Hyderabad

The Hyderabad district administration is preparing for the annual fish prasadam distribution to asthma patients at Nampally exhibition grounds on June 8. Minister Ponnam Prabhakar reviewed arrangements with officials and Bathini family members on Thursday.

The GHMC, IIT Kharagpur and AIIMS New Delhi have signed an MoU to launch advanced water quality monitoring in Hyderabad. The project, set to begin later this year, will establish a next-generation surveillance and early-warning system using AI and plasma spectroscopy to detect contaminants and strengthen water governance across Telangana.

Intermediate toppers in Telangana have largely opted for government institutions, with Nizam College emerging as the most preferred destination in the DOST 2026 first‑phase allotment.

Commerce has once again emerged as the most sought-after stream in Telangana’s undergraduate admissions, with over 23,000 students opting for it in the first phase of DOST 2026 seat allotments.

Girls secured nearly two‑thirds of seats in the first phase of Telangana’s Degree Online Services (DOST) 2026 allotment, with 16 of 20 faculty toppers being female. Out of 56,147 seats allotted, 36,302 went to girls, underscoring their dominance in higher education admissions this year.

BRS leader RS Praveen Kumar appealed to the public to help trace absconding POCSO accused Bandi Sai Bageerath, alleging political interference in the investigation. He also demanded a probe into Union Minister Bandi Sanjay’s alleged role and criticised police silence

The Election Commission of India has announced the schedule for SIR Phase III across 16 States and three Union Territories, including Telangana. House‑to‑house enumeration will be conducted from June 25 to July 24, with draft rolls published on July 31 and final rolls on October 10.

A major fire erupted in an electrical shop on Hayathnagar Main Road in Hyderabad on Thursday, sparking panic among residents and causing traffic chaos.

Dhruva Space has secured a ₹105 crore government RDIF grant for Project Garud to develop a 500 kg-class standardised satellite platform. The initiative aims to enable high-volume satellite production, reduce foreign dependency, and strengthen India’s space manufacturing ecosystem and capabilities

A thief broke into the Sai Baba Temple in Attapur and stole the hundi containing about Rs 10,000 along with staff belongings. The incident, captured on CCTV, prompted police to register a case and launch an investigation.

A major Indian study led by Dr Lokeswara Rao Sajja suggests multiple-artery bypass surgery is safe and more effective for diabetic patients. The PRODICT Trial found high graft patency and reduced stroke risk, challenging conventional heart surgery practices globally.

The CISF has signed a five-year MoU with the Heartfulness Institute to introduce meditation, mindfulness and wellness programmes for personnel and their families. The initiative aims to reduce stress, enhance emotional resilience and improve overall mental well-being across the force.

Basavatarakam Indo American Cancer Hospital and Research Institute has launched the Roche Ventana DP 600 Digital Pathology System with ICICI Foundation support. The advanced 240-slide scanner enables high-resolution imaging up to 80X magnification, improving speed and accuracy in cancer diagnosis.

BRS working president KT Rama Rao met Australian High Commissioner Philip Green and Consul General Hillary McGeachy in Hyderabad to discuss investment opportunities, technology collaboration and educational partnerships aimed at strengthening Telangana-Australia economic relations and creating global opportunities for youth.

Madhuranagar police have booked a man for allegedly sexually exploiting a woman on the promise of marriage, forcing her to undergo an abortion, and later assaulting her after she confronted him about living with another woman. Investigation is underway.

“The association remains committed to nurturing young talent and elevating standards in Andhra cricket.”

The Secunderabad Railway Protection Force rescued 120 children under Operation Nanhe Farishte in April while intensifying anti-crime operations. Officials also recovered stolen property, seized ganja worth Rs 86.17 lakh, arrested traffickers and ticket touts, and returned lost belongings to passengers.

A fire broke out at a furniture store in Hyderabad’s Asifnagar on Thursday afternoon, triggering panic after thick smoke engulfed the area. Fire personnel rushed to the spot and doused the flames. No casualties were reported, and a short circuit is suspected.

Cyberabad police intensified efforts to trace Union Minister Bandi Sanjay’s son, Bandi Sai Bageerath, who is absconding in a POCSO case. Searches were conducted in multiple locations, while a second notice was issued to his maternal uncle for questioning.

The Telangana High Court postponed hearing of Bandi Sai Bageerath’s anticipatory bail plea in a POCSO case to Friday, while questioning urgency for interim relief amid objections from the victim’s counsel and the prosecution.

Cybersecurity agencies and police have warned users about malware hidden inside JPEG image files and fake wedding invitation scams on WhatsApp. Officials said cybercriminals are using malicious APK files and infected images to steal banking information, passwords and personal data from unsuspecting victims.

Protests continued at the Petbasheerabad police station in Hyderabad as student groups and women’s organisations demanded the arrest of Bandi Sai Bageerath in a POCSO case. Police deployed additional personnel and detained several protesters during Thursday’s demonstrations.

IIT Madras has announced a series of new undergraduate, postgraduate, online and web-enabled programmes for the 2026-27 academic year, covering emerging fields such as AI, Robotics, Semiconductor Technology, Sustainable Engineering and Public Policy with strong industry-focused applications.

Private moneylenders in Hyderabad are allegedly using unlicensed chit fund operators to continue illegal lending activities amid intensified police action. Investors are reportedly suffering heavy losses, while operators are accused of coercion, political backing and charging exorbitant repayment amounts.