Hyderabad

A major fire destroyed around 50 roadside furniture shops in Bachupally on Tuesday night, causing losses of nearly Rs 1 crore. While no casualties were reported, dozens of small traders suffered heavy losses and sought government compensation to restart their businesses

KT Rama Rao distributed financial aid cheques to 16 MBBS students in Hyderabad, supported by Bandari Lakshma Reddy and the BLR Charitable Trust, helping underprivileged students continue medical education

Dalit activists in Velur village protested against R&B officials for demolishing a platform meant for a B R Ambedkar statue. Activists rebuilt the platform amid police presence, asserting their constitutional rights

The election of chairpersons and deputy chairpersons in three Telangana municipalities, Kyathanapally, Khanapur and Ibrahimpatnam, remains unresolved despite completion in 120 other urban local bodies. The High Court has directed the State to conclude the process in Ibrahimpatnam within three weeks.

Families in Telangana are anxious about relatives working in Gulf countries amid escalating Iran-Israel tensions. Flight cancellations have stranded travellers, while migrant workers remain indoors and stay in contact with families as authorities issue safety advisories.

A 27-year-old autorickshaw driver was allegedly killed by his younger brother during an alcohol-fuelled argument in Miyapur. The accused reportedly struck him with a stone. Police have registered a case and taken the suspect into custody

Around 650 police personnel participated in a late-night mobilisation drill at Masab Tank in Hyderabad to assess emergency response readiness. The exercise focused on coordination, response time, equipment checks and strengthening visible policing across zones.

Chief Minister Revanth Reddy once again directed District Collectors to undertake field visits for at least 10 days a month, warning that performance would determine their continuation. He announced a June review meeting while outlining preparations for the 99-day Praja Palana programme

Several shops were gutted in a major fire that broke out at Nizampet in Kukatpally on Tuesday evening. The blaze reportedly began in a furniture shop before spreading to adjacent establishments. Fire tenders rushed to the spot and launched firefighting operations. Further details are awaited

Three Hyderabad bowlers — Ayush Malhotra, Mohammed Abdul Malik and Rahul Karthikeya — have been invited for selection trials at the MRF Pace Foundation in Chennai. They were identified during the BCCI domestic tournament in the 2025-26 season

Under the ASMITA programme, a nationwide athletics league will be held at 250 locations on March 8 to mark International Women’s Day. The initiative aims to boost women’s participation in sports and identify talent across districts ahead of major global events

A2H Chess Academy will conduct a Rapid chess tournament for unrated players at Kukatpally on March 8. The top three winners will receive free entry to the A2H Classical prize money chess tournament scheduled on March 22 at the same venue

Ranga Reddy District Basketball Association will conduct selection trials at Sanathnagar Playground on March 10 between 2 pm and 4 pm for boys and girls born on or after 1-1-2008 for the Junior inter-district championship at Woxsen University

TDCA President Allipur Venkateswar Reddy calls for a thorough investigation into the Rs 68.73 crore embezzlement in the Hyderabad Cricket Association. He demands the funds be spent on rural cricket development and warns of statewide agitation if not returned

The Indian women’s cricket team has been nominated for the prestigious Laureus World Team of the Year award, following their historic win at the ICC Women’s Cricket World Cup 2025. They are shortlisted alongside world-renowned sports teams

Telangana players Sahaja Yamalapalli and Shrivalli Rashmikaa Bhamidipaty have been selected for the Billie Jean King Cup Asia/Oceania Group 1 in Delhi from April 7 to 11. Shrivalli excelled in 2025, earning the Billie Jean King Heart Award

World champion and double Olympics medallist P V Sindhu returned to Bengaluru after being stranded in Dubai en route to the All England Championship. She thanked airport staff, Dubai authorities, and ground teams for their support during the difficult situation

The Ramky Foundation inaugurated the Telangana men’s table tennis coaching camp at Somnath Ghosh UTT Academy. President M V Rami Reddy highlighted sports as a catalyst for development, while players and experts, including Arjuna awardee Akula Sreeja, shared insights on training and nutrition

Mamatha scored a brilliant century while Drithi Kesari and Vanka Pooja took key wickets to help Hyderabad beat Goa by 68 runs in the BCCI Women’s Under-23 One-Day Championship at Dehradun. K Srivalli also made valuable contributions with the bat

Hyderabad Cricket Association President Amarnath denied involvement in Rs 68-crore transaction to the Court related to Visaka Industries. He clarified the action followed legal orders issued before his tenure, while former off-spinner N Shivlal Yadav called it unfair to blame individuals

Hyderabad police arrested three persons for allegedly selling duplicate grocery items sourced from Gujarat as genuine products. Tea powder, detergent powder and mosquito repellents were seized. The accused were supplying the items to traders in city markets

Hyderabad traffic police issued an advisory announcing diversions on Wednesday due to Holi Mahela and a Sikh religious procession from Central Gurudwara to Barambala Gurudwara, Attapur. Commuters have been advised to follow alternative routes during the procession hours

The State Task Force of the Prohibition and Excise Department arrested six persons for allegedly selling ganja-laced bhang during Holi celebrations in and around Begum Bazaar and Dhoolpet areas of Hyderabad on Tuesday.