Hyderabad

Hyderabad-based power electronics startup Leanwatts has raised approximately $2 million in seed funding across two tranches, led by Trivest Partners. The company develops EV charging and power electronics products, including portable and onboard chargers for multiple electric vehicle segments.

A 30-year-old man with chronic Budd-Chiari syndrome avoided a liver transplant after doctors at KIMS Hospitals, Kondapur, restored venous drainage from his liver through a minimally invasive procedure. His recurrent abdominal fluid accumulation resolved completely and liver function improved

A field visit near Shahikaman in Keesaragutta has identified a veeragallu as a sati stone, believed to date to the 14th–15th centuries. Nandi-carved pillars and a Banalinga found nearby point to medieval Shaivite traditions and memorial practices

The decomposed body of an unidentified woman was found in bushes near Sreenidhi University at Yamnampet on Friday. Police suspect she may have died about a week ago and are probing possible foul play while awaiting postmortem and forensic reports.

ITC Kohenur has introduced two curated dining experiences for September at Yi Jing and Ottimo Cucina Italiana. Yi Jing is offering a celebration-focused set menu, while Ottimo has a special Italian-inspired menu for couples, with both available daily until September 30.

BRS working president KT Rama Rao has been invited to deliver a keynote address at Luxembourg Venture Days-2026 on October 14 and 15. He will speak on investment policies, risk appetite, startup expectations, opportunities and international collaboration.

KNRUHS has announced the first phase of web-based counselling for BDS admissions under the Competent Authority Quota for 2026–27. Eligible candidates can exercise web options from 2 pm on September 4 to 4 pm on September 6.

Doctors at Osmania General Hospital successfully removed three razor blade pieces from the stomach of a 16-year-old Hyderabad boy who had ingested multiple blades. The technically challenging endoscopic procedure was performed by the hospital’s Medical Gastroenterology team.

Telangana has sought an early NOC from Chhattisgarh for the Sammakka Sagar Project to enable full reservoir storage and realise irrigation benefits. Minister N Uttam Kumar Reddy assured compensation for land and houses affected by submergence in Chhattisgarh.

Elena Rybakina advanced to the US Open third round, moving closer to the world No. 1 ranking. Defending hopes continue for Coco Gauff, who also advanced, while both players face tough opponents in the next round

Traffic diversions will be enforced around Attapur Bridge, Bapughat and Langar Houz from September 4 to 11 due to road works. Commuters have been advised to avoid the stretch and use designated alternative routes during the period.

Tension prevailed in Hyderabad’s Bowrampet after unidentified persons allegedly poured petrol on a car outside businessman Narsareddy Veerareddy’s office and set it ablaze. Police are examining CCTV footage and possible business, personal or financial disputes to establish the motive

An RTC bus travelling from Vijayawada to Hyderabad rammed into a parked iron-laden DCM at Inamguda in Abdullapurmet on Thursday, injuring 10 of the 48 passengers onboard. Locals shifted the injured to a nearby private hospital for treatment.

Chief Minister A Revanth Reddy’s decision to drop Konda Surekha from the Cabinet follows allegations by her daughter. A chronology of recent developments, including disputes over tenders, appointments and political decisions, raises questions about whether Surekha was increasingly sidelined politically.

Governor Shiv Pratap Shukla has approved Chief Minister A Revanth Reddy’s decision to drop Forest Minister Konda Surekha from the Telangana Cabinet. A Lok Bhavan press note said the Governor removed Surekha from the Council of Ministers with immediate effect.

Chief Minister A Revanth Reddy directed officials not to disturb poor people occupying encroached land while ordering clearance of encroachments by the rich. He also backed the Owaisi brothers’ patriotism and announced Metro connectivity to Chandrayangutta within two-and-a-half years.

Telangana Minister Ponguleti Srinivasa Reddy hit back at BRS leader K T Rama Rao over criticism of his family’s aerospace venture. Reddy accused KTR and his family of corruption and misuse of power, while defending his own business background and financial dealings

HMDA’s e-auction of residential plots at Inmulnarva Layout in Kothur, Ranga Reddy district, generated Rs 6.57 crore from 20 plots on Thursday. The highest bid was Rs 21,000 per square yard, with a weighted average rate of Rs 16,725.

As many as 123 teachers and faculty members from Telangana’s school, intermediate, technical and higher education sectors have been selected for the State Teacher Awards 2026. Three officials, including A Sridevasena and Kumar Deepak, were also chosen for excellence awards.

Hydraa has deployed 51 disaster response teams, 21 bike-borne teams and 394 expert swimmers for Ganesh idol immersions in Hyderabad on September 25 and 26. The arrangements cover 103 lakes across GHMC, CMC and MMC limits.

An alleged insider connection and possible honey trap operation have emerged as key angles in the probe into the theft of firearms and ammunition from the Madras Regiment establishment in Bolarum. Investigators are examining personnel access, communications and financial transactions.

BRS spokesperson Manne Krishank demanded immediate construction of 6,000 Indiramma houses on eight acres in Survey No. 157/1 in Secunderabad Cantonment constituency. He led a protest at the site, accusing the Congress government of failing to fulfil its housing promise.

Protests demanding release of Telangana’s pending fee reimbursement dues rocked Hyderabad on Thursday. BJP leaders and BJYM activists attempted to besiege the Secretariat, while ABVP held a Fee Deeksha, alleging Rs 11,000 crore in dues remained unpaid.

The Cyberabad Municipal Corporation has demolished 185 unauthorised structures under construction across its limits. Serilingampally recorded the highest number of demolitions at 81, followed by Quthbullapur and Kukatpally. The enforcement drive began after a seven-storey structure collapsed in Gachibowli.