Hyderabad

Twenty-five rural women have completed the first cohort of the FlySakhi – Drone Queens of Bharat programme and received certificates at TiHAN, IIT Hyderabad. The initiative aims to equip rural women with skills in agricultural drone technology and entrepreneurship.

Researchers from Osmania University's Department of Sociology have been granted an Indian patent for a wearable device designed to collect and analyse voter feedback in real time during political speeches.

HMWSSB will launch its Dial-a-Green Tanker service on November 1 to promote treated sewage water for construction, industries and landscaping. The board aims to increase daily treated water use to 500 MLD amid concerns over rainfall and reservoir supplies.

BRS working president KT Rama Rao alleged that graduates, educated youth and unemployed people were disillusioned with the Congress government over its failure to implement electoral promises. Reviewing preparations for the graduate MLC elections, he urged party leaders to focus on voter registration and mobilise support, asserting that voters would deliver a strong message to the ruling party.

Matrika Fertility and Laparoscopic Centre was inaugurated on Hi-Tension Road in Kondapur, Hyderabad, on Thursday. Managed by Dr Sai Shiva and Dr Pooja, the centre will focus on fertility care, laparoscopic and cosmetic gynaecology services, and patient-centred medical support.

The 76th Ravana Dahan will be held at Ganesh Ghat in Hyderabad’s Puranapul on October 20 from 7.02 pm as part of Dasara celebrations organised by the Vijayadashami Seemollanghana Committee and Narayana Kala Charitable and Cultural Trust.

Hyderabad recorded 55,715 residential property registrations during January-September 2026, with transaction value rising 4 per cent year-on-year to Rs 39,910 crore. September registrations fell 15 per cent, while homes priced above Rs 1 crore accounted for 56 per cent of transaction value.

The VVC Group will organise a two-day festive exhibition at the Convention Centre in Jubilee Hills, Hyderabad, featuring the unveiling of six new vehicle models from Mahindra, Tata and Renault.

Hyderabad accounted for the highest number of voter enrollment applications in Telangana this year, with more than 4.13 lakh Form-6 submissions received for inclusion in the electoral rolls.

The Greater Hyderabad Municipal Corporation launched a drive against unauthorised constructions, carrying out demolitions in three zones. A preliminary assessment identified 473 ongoing constructions as unauthorised or in violation of sanctioned plans, with enforcement operations set to continue

Hyderabad Cybercrime Police arrested four persons for allegedly supplying mule bank accounts and SIM cards to cyber fraudsters. Police linked the alleged network to 54 cases across India involving suspected transactions worth Rs 10 crore and seized phones and cards

Telugu star Mahesh Babu and Malayalam actor Tovino Thomas wished Prithviraj on his birthday. Director S S Rajamouli also extended his greetings, praising the actor’s portrayal of Kumbha, the antagonist in his upcoming magnum opus ‘Varanasi’

The Telangana Junior Doctors Association has urged KNRUHS to audit postgraduate medical examination evaluation and revaluation systems. It cited alleged discrepancies in marks and practical assessments, seeking independent evaluations, transparent recounting, limited grace marks, a grievance cell and technology-assisted evaluation tools.

BRS working president KT Rama Rao accused the Telangana government of worsening drought conditions by allowing more than 1,000 TMCft of Godavari and Krishna water to flow downstream. He alleged that irrigation pumps were not used despite warnings of El Niño

GMR Aero Technic has signed an MoU with Canada-based Corporation Logic Air Inc. to collaborate on aircraft modification, engineering, certification and obsolescence solutions. The partnership will target airlines, lessors and cargo operators while developing installation, training and support capabilities in India.

JM Financial Services is expanding in Hyderabad with customised investment solutions, dedicated local relationship managers, equity research covering over 200 stocks, goal-based portfolio construction and access to alternative investments, including AIFs, PMS and pre-IPO opportunities, through an omnichannel advisory model.

BRS working president KT Rama Rao demanded a sitting judge’s inquiry into alleged Singareni irregularities and proposed foreign coal imports. He blamed the Congress government for Telangana’s drought, alleging water wastage, declining coal production and inadequate support for distressed farmers

A 14-year-old boy from Warangal living with Type 1 diabetes has improved glucose control with an advanced hybrid closed-loop insulin pump system, doctors at KIMS Cuddles, Secunderabad, said. The technology automatically adjusts insulin delivery using continuous glucose monitoring

The Sri Sathya Sai Dakshata Programme is launching a free 90-day data engineering course for eligible graduates from Telangana. Conducted offline near Khairatabad Metro Station, the programme covers Python, SQL, AI tools, soft skills, career counselling and placement assistance.

BRS spokesperson Manne Krishank challenged Chief Minister A Revanth Reddy to a debate over alleged links among Medicover Hospitals, Maxbien Pharma and MindVault Corporate Schools. He cited shareholdings and alleged connections, calling for a CBI probe or distribution of funds among farmers

Drogo Aerospace has secured DGCA type certification for its JK 250e hybrid UAV, taking its certified platforms to six. Designed for the Indian armed forces’ surveillance needs, the aircraft offers two to three hours of endurance and supports operator training

Activists from PETA India, Vegans of Telangana and Citizens for Animals staged a demonstration at Hyderabad’s Dharna Chowk on World Food Day. Wearing animal-themed body paint, they urged people to go vegan, citing habitat destruction and biodiversity loss

NFHS-6 data highlights rising obesity and elevated blood sugar levels in Telangana, with women in Hyderabad particularly affected by excess weight. Public health experts stress the need for long-term preventive policies as obesity, diabetes and hypertension place growing demands on healthcare.

Cyberabad Police have urged residents travelling to their native places for Navaratri to take precautions against burglaries and vehicle thefts. The advisory recommends informing neighbours and local police, installing CCTV cameras, securing valuables and reporting suspicious activity to Dial 112.