Hyderabad

BRS leader T Harish Rao recorded his statement before a Nampally court in a defamation case against Congress leaders B Mahesh Kumar Goud and Addanki Dayakar over alleged black magic remarks. The court will record their statements on September 30.

BRS general secretary RS Praveen Kumar alleged that the Telangana government was targeting BRS leaders through the GO 134 inquiry into 22-A lands. He demanded that complaints concerning properties linked to Chief Minister Revanth Reddy’s family also be examined.

The CBI arrested Abhishek Kumar, a key suspect in the Mahadev Online Betting App case, at Hyderabad airport after he arrived from Dubai. A court in Raipur later granted the agency two days’ police custody, officials said.

A 13-year-old girl died after a TGSRTC bus allegedly hit the scooter she was travelling on with her mother in Balanagar on Thursday. The girl fell onto the road and came under the bus wheels, police said.

Students at NALSAR University of Law screened a documentary on jailed activist Umar Khalid on Wednesday, days after proposed screenings at IIIT-Hyderabad and NLSIU Bengaluru were cancelled amid objections over certification and opposition to the film

BRS working president KT Rama Rao questioned the functioning of the Election Commission of India, citing reported objections within the three-member poll panel. He also raised concerns over voter deletions during Telangana’s SIR and alleged a Congress-BJP-ECI nexus

BRS leaders visited thermal power stations in Kothagudem, Manuguru and Bhupalpally on Thursday to assess coal stocks and generation. They alleged power cuts and coal shortages were affecting farmers and claimed police initially prevented them from entering the plants.

More than 1.03 lakh Ganesh idols were immersed at designated points across Cyberabad as of September 23, with the Cyberabad Municipal Corporation deploying field teams, machinery and control room monitoring. Flower waste is also being separately collected and processed for reuse.

Hyderabad-based Raghu Vamsi Group has appointed Amit Pathak as Group Chief Business Officer. Pathak, who has 27 years of global aerospace and defence industry experience, will lead the group’s commercial strategy and growth across its five business segments.

Hyderabad recorded 5,937 residential property registrations in August 2026, down nine per cent year-on-year, according to Knight Frank India. Transaction value stood at Rs 4,576 crore, while registrations during January-August rose two per cent to 50,095 units.

The NMDC Hyderabad Marathon 2026, in collaboration with Goethe-Zentrum Hyderabad, has opened ‘Beyond the Finish Line — 15 Years of Hyderabad Marathon’, a photographic exhibition showcasing the event’s evolution, community spirit and human stories. The exhibition is open until October 5

Hyderabad civic agencies have made extensive arrangements for Ganesh idol immersion on Friday, with designated immersion points, artificial ponds, swimmers and DRF teams deployed across the city. Arrangements are also underway for the immersion of the Khairatabad Ganesh idol.

A private travels bus caught fire while parked near a petrol pump at Mandamallamma Junction in Karmanghat on Thursday. Passengers quickly evacuated after noticing flames. Firefighters brought the blaze under control, and no injuries were reported.

Hyderabad Police Commissioner VC Sajjanar warned of strict action against those playing vulgar or provocative songs during Ganesh idol immersion processions. Police social media teams are monitoring reels and videos, with action to follow against violations after the festival.

The ACB searched 10 locations in Hyderabad and Zaheerabad as part of its disproportionate assets probe against suspended DSP Sankireddy Bheem Reddy. Officials found Rs 1.35 crore in cash, foreign currency and liquor, besides documents linked to suspected benami assets.

Concerns over land acquisition for the Gandhi Sarovar project linked to the Musi Riverfront Development Project have reportedly affected participation in the Ganesh laddu auction at Keerthi Richmond Villas, with the winning bid falling to Rs 1.01 crore this year.

TG SAFE suspended the FSSAI licences of eight restaurants and ordered their immediate closure after inspections found serious food safety violations. Officials also closed an unlicensed eatery, lifted 16 samples and issued improvement and show-cause notices to other establishments

Kacheguda Railway Station is set for a proposed Rs 474.29-crore redevelopment, with a new terminal on the eastern side and a 72-metre-wide air concourse. The plan also proposes improved passenger circulation, a skywalk, parking facilities and modern amenities.

The HMWSSB has urged RWAs operating private sewage treatment plants in Hyderabad to register by October 1 as part of an initiative to promote treated wastewater use. The move will create a network of certified suppliers for non-potable applications.

BRS MLA Padi Kaushik Reddy hailed the Supreme Court decision upholding Danam Nagender’s disqualification, saying it vindicated the party’s legal battle against defections. He also questioned the BJP’s role and criticised the Congress government over Ganesh immersion arrangements.

The Shriram Group awarded scholarships to 134 Class X toppers from government schools across 119 assembly constituencies in Telangana. The initiative under ‘Chaduvuko Telangana’ included State, district and constituency toppers, with scholarships ranging from Rs 1 lakh to Rs 5 lakh.

Lexus India launched the all-new Lexus ES 350h in Hyderabad, powered by a 2.5-litre self-charging strong hybrid electric powertrain. The luxury sedan offers refined performance and efficiency, with prices starting at Rs 66.10 lakh, ex-showroom.

BRSLP deputy leader T Harish Rao challenged Rahul Gandhi to act on his “Samvidhan Bachao” call by demanding resignations of BRS MLAs who defected to Congress. He questioned the Congress’s conduct in Telangana following Danam Nagender’s disqualification.

Abdul Muqeet Mohiuddin Chanda has been elected chairman of the HMWSSB Minority Employees Welfare Association, with Mohd Jameeluddin as president and Syed Haji Ali as general secretary. The new body will focus on employee welfare, workplace issues and support systems.