Hyderabad

Police stopped a BJP protest march towards Gandhi Bhavan in Hyderabad and detained several party leaders amid tight security. Mild tension prevailed during the demonstration, while a television channel reporter sustained injuries after a stone was allegedly hurled.

Actor Nandamuri Balakrishna is in a stable condition after injuring his left knee during a film shoot in Rajahmundry. Airlifted to AIG Hospitals in Hyderabad, he is undergoing detailed medical evaluation while specialists determine the most appropriate treatment plan.

Telangana Chief Minister A Revanth Reddy stayed away from Rahul Gandhi's protest in New Delhi and the Congress' "Chalo Lok Bhavan" demonstration in Hyderabad, even as party leaders across states joined nationwide protests against the detention of students and Opposition leaders

The Task Force and Banjara Hills police arrested two brothers for allegedly stealing over 1.028 kg of gold ornaments from a jewellery export company in Hyderabad. The entire stolen property was recovered after investigators tracked the accused using CCTV footage and technical evidence.

Hyderabad has emerged as India's safest metropolitan city for driving, scoring 93 in the India Road Safety Report 2026. Based on millions of real-world trips, the study found disciplined driving in the city, while late-night driving remains the riskiest across India.

Overcast weather and intermittent rain continued across Hyderabad and Telangana over the past 24 hours. Nandigam in Rangareddy recorded the highest rainfall of 59.2 mm, while temperatures remained moderate, with Hyderabad's maximum reaching 30.8 degrees Celsius.

Egg and chicken prices have surged across Telangana due to heavy bird mortality during summer, rising poultry feed costs, and strong export demand. Consumers, bakeries, and eateries are facing higher expenses, while the poultry industry expects prices to remain elevated until supply improves.

Chief Minister A Revanth Reddy alleged that a BJP-BRS conspiracy was slowing the Special Intensive Revision of electoral rolls in Kodangal. He also criticised Booth Level Officers for poor progress and directed Congress workers to ensure complete voter enrolment by July 30.

BRS president K Chandrashekhar Rao, working president KT Rama Rao and senior leader T Harish Rao paid tributes to poet and freedom fighter Dasarathi Krishnamacharyulu on his birth anniversary, recalling his role in the Telangana Armed Struggle and his enduring literary contribution.

The Uppal Special Operations Team arrested a 56-year-old man for allegedly selling banned oxytocin injections used to artificially enhance milk production in dairy animals. Five vials were seized during a raid at Maktha village, and Pocharam IT Corridor police are investigating.

A 28-year-old migrant worker from Uttar Pradesh was killed and his friend critically injured after a speeding water tanker allegedly rammed their motorcycle near the Puppalaguda Toll Gate in Narsingi. Police are examining CCTV footage to determine the cause of the accident.

Hyderabad will host its first Soulful Sunday – Friendship Edition on August 2 at Lumbini Park, featuring sunrise yoga overlooking Hussain Sagar, a daylight coffee rave, healthy breakfast and wellness activities, offering a refreshing way to celebrate Friendship Day with friends or family.

A parked ambulance was severely damaged after a tree collapsed on it near Niloufer Hospital in Hyderabad's Nampally on Tuesday midnight. No injuries were reported. GHMC's Monsoon Emergency Team and police cleared the tree and restored traffic movement.

The Anti-Corruption Bureau conducted simultaneous raids at properties linked to TGTRANSCO Deputy Engineer Mutyam Venkataramana across Telangana over allegations of possessing assets disproportionate to his known sources of income. Officials are examining financial records and property documents as the investigation continues.

A 23-year-old cab driver was arrested for allegedly raping an airline cabin crew member after diverting her vehicle to a secluded location while she was travelling to the Rajiv Gandhi International Airport for duty. Police tracked him using technical evidence and arrested him.

A Sports Authority of India delegation inspected major sports venues in Hyderabad to assess their readiness for the 2026 Khelo India Games. Officials appreciated the infrastructure while recommending minor repair and maintenance works before continuing inspections in other Telangana districts

SKLTSHU Vice Chancellor Dr Danda Raji Reddy urged Telangana farmers to prioritise vegetable cultivation and avoid paddy under borewells due to El Niño. He also advised reducing chemical fertiliser use and following the university's alternative crop plan for the season

VOICE-4 conducted its 'Parichay' module under the 'Her Voice' programme for 480 adolescent girls at MJPTBCWREIS, Shapur Nagar. The sessions focused on health, gender equality, child rights, life skills and leadership through interactive activities and discussions

The family of 40-year-old construction worker Gunji Srinu, who was declared brain dead after a road accident, donated his organs through the Jeevandan initiative. His kidneys, liver, heart, lungs and corneas helped save or improve the lives of seven patients

Osmania University will confer 631 PhD degrees and award 68 gold medals during its 85th annual convocation on September 8. Vice Chancellor Prof Kumar Molugaram invited Governor and Chancellor Shiv Pratap Shukla to attend the ceremony at Lok Bhavan

STAR Hospitals has launched the STAR Centre for Brain Health at its Banjara Hills and Nanakramguda facilities in Hyderabad. The dedicated Centre of Excellence will offer multidisciplinary neurological care, emergency services and specialised outpatient clinics for a wide range of brain and spine disorders

GM M Pranesh defeated World Champion D Gukesh for the second straight time, while GM Nihal Sarin overcame Arjun Erigaisi in the Chennai Grand Masters 2026. Alireza Firouzja moved into the sole lead with one round remaining in the prestigious classical chess tournament

The Hyderabad and Rangareddy district Under-13 selection tournaments for the Telangana State Inter-District Chess Championship will be held at the LB Stadium Yoga Hall from July 25 to 26. Eligible players born on or after January 1, 2013, can register by July 24

Irrigation Minister N Uttam Kumar Reddy said all nine pumping units of the Devadula Lift Irrigation Scheme will operate round the clock to maximise water lifting from the Godavari. He also defended the project and criticised the BRS over the Kaleshwaram issue