Hyderabad

KT Rama Rao warns India risks a Gen Z-led uprising if youth aspirations are ignored. Praising Telangana’s progress, he urged young people to engage in politics, challenge the status quo, and drive innovation, citing UoH students’ successful activism as an example

Cyberabad Police destroyed 1,858 kg of seized narcotics worth Rs 25.30 crore at GJ Multiclave, Edulapalli. The operation included 316 NDPS Act cases involving marijuana, heroin, cocaine, methamphetamine, ketamine, LSD, and other drugs, following environmental safety norms

Valluru Kranthi highlighted the role of rural tourism in sustainable livelihoods at the Farm-to-Folk Tourism Conclave 2025 in Hyderabad. Sessions covered homestay guidelines, MSME funding, and digital marketing, with organisers pledging rural empowerment through hospitality opportunities

Two private buses collided near Gagillapur in Dundigal when an MSN bus hit a Honour Company bus from behind while overtaking. Fifteen people suffered minor injuries and were taken to a Petbasheerabad hospital. Police are investigating the incident

In just 15 days, Rachakonda SHE Teams caught 310 people, including 129 minors, for harassing women in public places. They handled 339 complaints and took strong action through counseling, preventive cases, and criminal charges. Metro violators were also fined

Telangana victims have lost nearly Rs 640 crore in 17,169 investment fraud cases this year. Cybercriminals use phishing, fake investment apps, and social media promotions to lure victims with promises of high returns, warning citizens to be cautious

A man snatched a gold chain from a woman at Mehdipatnam bus stop but was caught by an alert policeman nearby. The accused, Shaik Aleem, admitted to the crime and said he was inspired by YouTube videos and financial struggles

TGSRTC and South Central Railway have announced special travel arrangements for Bathukamma, Dasara and Diwali. Over 7,700 buses and joint security plans will help manage heavy passenger rush. Extra services, camps, and patrolling will ensure safe festival travel

Two people died and another was critically injured after a train hit them at Bolarum Bazar railway station in Hyderabad. The victims, residents of Macha Bolaram, were crossing the tracks when the incident occurred. Railway police have registered a case

GRP Secunderabad and RPF seized 37.5 kg of marijuana worth Rs 18.7 lakh and arrested two persons, including a minor boy, at Secunderabad railway station. The accused were transporting the contraband from Odisha to Mumbai. Key suppliers remain absconding

BRS leader Gadari Kishore appeared before Jubilee Hills police in a defamation case over alleged remarks against Andhra MP CM Ramesh. Kishore denied the charges, calling it politically motivated, and emphasized his commitment to the party and its supporters.

MLR Institute of Technology, Hyderabad, hosted an AICTE-ATAL FDP on 'AI in Education' from Sept 15–20. Over 340 faculty from 23 states joined. Experts from NITs and industry shared AI tools and trends for future-ready teaching

Hyderabad police traced cab driver Usman Ali, who fled with Rs 25 lakh while transporting City Union Bank cash, to a Mumbai hotel area. Surveillance cameras confirmed his presence. A special police team has been dispatched to nab the repeat offender.

Bowenpally police arrested a Narsingi couple for cheating two women of Rs 22.5 lakh in a real estate scam. They floated a fake venture, Skanda Sri Infra Developers, forged documents and threatened the victims when asked to register the plots

A Punjab man was arrested by Hyderabad Cyber Crime police for allowing cyber fraudsters to use his bank account. The fraud involved duping a city-based freelancer of Rs 86.65 lakh through a fake stock trading offer shared via WhatsApp.

RGI Airport police arrested three youths for a Rs 18 lakh burglary at a businessman’s house in Rallaguda, Shamshabad. Gold ornaments and silver articles were recovered. Surveillance camera footage helped police track and nab the accused, who later confessed

Heavy rains in Hyderabad have pushed the water level in Hussain Sagar above its full tank level. GHMC and Irrigation officials are closely monitoring the lake, which is receiving major inflows through city nalas. Pollution remains a persistent issue

GHMC has partnered with UN-accredited NGO 1M1B to train young job seekers in digital and professional skills. Twenty participants were trained in the first batch, with six earning certifications. GHMC officials awarded certificates and promised further job support

The Telangana government has turned to the Kaleshwaram Lift Irrigation Project, once criticised by Chief Minister Revanth Reddy, to supply drinking water to Hyderabad. The Rs 2,085 crore plan will draw Godavari water through Mallannasagar to meet the city’s growing demand

A Hyderabad family continues to wait for the body of Ramu, who was swept away in Afzalsagar nala while trying to save his nephew during heavy rains. Rescue teams have so far failed to trace him, leaving his family devastated.

A woman arriving from Dubai was caught at Hyderabad's RGI Airport with 12 kg of hydroponic cannabis. DRI officials found 6 kg in her baggage, and another 6 kg in a misplaced bag. She was arrested under the NDPS Act

A man named Banda Shankar stabbed his wife Manjula to death at her sister's house in Kushaiguda, Hyderabad. He suspected she was having an affair. After promising to reconcile earlier that day, he killed her at night and ran away

Hyderabad officials have warned of drug peddlers using QR codes to connect with consumers via encrypted apps. The latest modus operandi, first seen in Europe, has emerged in India, with buyers directed to neighbouring States for delivery of narcotics.

A massive surprise check at Hassannagar under Attapur police limits led to raids on belt shops, a gas refilling centre, and gutkha units. Hyderabad police also seized 55 two-wheelers and six autorickshaws during the 300-personnel operation.