Hyderabad

BRS Legislature Party Deputy Leader T. Harish Rao condemned the arrest of unemployed youth protesting at the Telangana State Police Recruitment Board and demanded their immediate release. He urged the Congress government to issue a fresh recruitment notification for 20,000 police vacancies.

Former Minister G. Jagadish Reddy accused Chief Minister A. Revanth Reddy of ignoring Nalgonda's development and focusing on personal attacks against BRS leaders. He demanded an Assembly discussion on public issues and alleged the Congress government had failed to fulfil its promises.

The IMD Hyderabad has issued a heavy rainfall and thunderstorm warning across several Telangana districts active through July 6, forecasting up to 115.5 mm of rain, while the capital city prepares for light to moderate evening showers

The Railway Protection Force and Government Railway Police, Secunderabad, returned lost valuables worth Rs 29.15 lakh to two passengers under Operation Amanat. The recovered items included gold ornaments, cash, mobile phones and a wristwatch. RPF has restored belongings worth Rs 68.69 lakh this year.

Panic erupted at a pub in Hyderabad's Raidurgam after a dispute between two groups allegedly turned violent, with one man reportedly brandishing a firearm. The suspects also vandalised the premises before fleeing. Police have launched an investigation to identify those involved.

A software engineer from Hyderabad's Gowlidoddi allegedly lost more than Rs 37 lakh after fraudsters posing as SEBI-authorised stock market analysts promised guaranteed returns. Cyberabad Cybercrime Police have registered a case and launched an investigation into the suspected investment fraud.

Tokyo Paralympic gold medallist Krishna Nagar secured one silver and two bronze medals at the British & Irish Para Badminton International in Dublin, delivering another strong international performance as he builds momentum ahead of the season's major competitions

India defeated England 3-2 in a penalty shoot-out after a goalless draw in the FIH Hockey Pro League. Defender Sanjay earned Player of the Match honours as India's disciplined defence and composed shoot-out display secured the bonus point in London

Indian women wrestlers won three gold, two silver and three bronze medals on the second day of the Under-15 Asian Wrestling Championships. The Indian Greco-Roman team also finished third overall, underlining the country's strong performance in the continental competition

Hyderabad Heroes defeated Mumbai Dreamers 41-17 to win the HSBC Rugby Premier League title. Strong defence, quick counter-attacks and clinical finishing helped Hyderabad dominate the final, while Bengaluru Bravehearts secured third place after edging Chennai Bulls

A couple, married for just over a year and parents to a five-month-old boy, were found dead at their home in Janwada village, Rangareddy district, on Sunday.

The Hyderabad Metropolitan Water Supply and Sewerage Board on Sunday lifted the Himayat Sagar floodgates for the first time this monsoon, releasing 1,000 cusecs of surplus water following heavy rainfall in upstream areas. Officials said inflows are being monitored closely, with alerts issued to civic and district agencies to remain vigilant downstream.

Skipper Tanmay Agarwal's brilliant 133 off 61 balls guided EIPL & eleve Karimnagar Diamonds to their first victory of the TG20 season, as they defeated Warangal Warriors by two runs despite fighting half-centuries from Rishiket Sisodia and Bhavesh Seth

The Badminton Association of India has launched the 50-day countdown to the BWF World Championships 2026 in New Delhi. The tournament will feature players from more than 55 countries, marking its return to India after 17 years and its first staging in the national capital

The Congress government faces criticism over conflicting deadlines for the completion of the Srisailam Left Bank Canal project, with Ministers announcing different timelines. Chief Minister A Revanth Reddy sought to end the confusion by assuring completion before the 2029 Assembly elections.

The Hyderabad Traffic Police have announced diversions and road closures from Sunday until July 1 for the construction of the Saidabad elevated corridor. Commuters have been advised to avoid the Nalgonda X Road–DMRL Junction stretch and use designated alternative routes.

Minimum temperatures dipped across Telangana, with Mahabubnagar recording the state's lowest at 22.2 degrees Celsius. The IMD continued its seven-day yellow warning, forecasting heavy rainfall, thunderstorms, lightning and gusty winds across several districts, including Hyderabad, over the coming days

BRS working president KT Rama Rao visited the family of Telangana martyr Yadi Reddy and assured continued support. He said the sacrifices of Telangana martyrs would never be forgotten and promised healthcare assistance to Yadi Reddy's family on behalf of the BRS

BRS working president KT Rama Rao praised Hyderabad-based BluJ Aero for unveiling its second-generation eVTOL prototype. The T-Hub-incubated startup is developing hydrogen-electric and battery-powered VTOL aircraft for short-distance passenger and cargo transport without relying on conventional airport infrastructure

Despite intensified enforcement by the Civil Supplies Department, PDS rice smuggling syndicates allegedly continue operating across Hyderabad with political patronage and official support, sources claim. Authorities fear the organised network could expand into other forms of organised crime if left unchecked.

The Telangana Gazetted Junior Lecturers Association has urged the State government to extend the breakfast and mid-day meal scheme to all government junior colleges. It also sought early implementation of increments, probation declarations for the 2023 batch and improvements in college infrastructure.

A 20-year-old man from Mankhal in Pahadishareef died by suicide on Sunday. Police said his family told investigators he had been distressed after they could not immediately buy him a motorcycle as a birthday gift due to financial constraints.

The Railway Protection Force has installed solar-powered CCTV cameras at three vulnerable locations in the Secunderabad railway division to curb stone-pelting, vandalism and trespassing. The surveillance system will aid investigations, enhance passenger safety and may be expanded to other sensitive locations.

A 52-year-old car driver from Borabanda died by suicide on Sunday. Family members claimed he had been under stress over the Special Intensive Revision of the electoral rolls. Police registered a case and are investigating the circumstances surrounding the death.