Hyderabad

Katora Houz, a 16th-century heritage tank at Golconda Fort, once filled with rose water and surrounded by gardens, now lies neglected and used as a garbage dumping site. Locals urge authorities to restore this historic architectural gem.

The ITC WOW Awards 2025–26 recognised students, schools, colleges, and corporates for supporting the Swachh Bharat Mission. Over 1.15 lakh students contributed around 1,200 metric tons of dry waste, with awards presented by Governor Jishnu Dev Varma and ITC officials.

Neglect and garbage dumping have turned the historic Katora Houz near Golconda Fort into a cesspool. Hyderabad-based NGO SAHE, with support from HYDRAA and archaeology officials, has initiated efforts to restore and protect the centuries-old water body.

South Central Railway has introduced new parking and traffic measures at Secunderabad railway station as part of redevelopment works. Parking is restricted on Platform No 1, while controlled access and paid basement parking are available on the Platform No 10 side to ensure smooth traffic flow.

Sankara Eye Hospital, Hyderabad, successfully restored vision in a patient with a critical retinal detachment. Despite a delayed diagnosis and high risk of vision loss, advanced retinal surgery led to steady recovery, with doctors continuing follow-up care.

The Indian Green Building Council and GHMC organised a stakeholder consultation in Hyderabad to discuss water discharge, waste and stormwater management. Officials and experts highlighted the need for integrated planning, flood resilience and sustainable infrastructure to build a water-secure city.

As part of Republic Day celebrations 2026, the Railway Protection Force organised a brass band performance at Begumpet railway station in Hyderabad. The event, attended by officials and staff, aimed to promote patriotism and was well received by passengers and the public.

HCES 2023–24 data reveal a sharp shift in Telangana from beedis to gutkha, with rural and urban households spending heavily on tobacco products. Public health experts warn the trend, driven by poverty and work conditions, could worsen nutrition and health outcomes.

A 55-year-old woman from Kenya successfully underwent a living-related kidney transplant at AINU, Hitec City, after exhausting treatment options back home. Her sister donated a kidney, and doctors said the patient recovered well after surgery.

A woman died while three members of her family were hospitalised in critical condition following an alleged suicide attempt in Jagathgirigutta. Police said financial distress pushed the family into depression, leading to the tragic incident. A case has been registered.

Hyderabad is witnessing ‘mixed winter’ conditions, marked by hot days and chilly nights, with a temperature variation of up to 15 degrees Celsius. IMD-Hyderabad said fog and large diurnal variation are likely to persist till the second week of February.

Police registered a case against the NIT Warangal chief warden and three dog catchers for allegedly relocating stray dogs from campus in an inhumane manner. Animal activists accused them of cruelty, saying dogs were dragged and injured before intervention halted the activity

Two persons were killed in a road accident at Aleru when their two-wheeler was rammed by a car

The Telangana High Court directed Hyderabad Police to grant conditional permission for a proposed public meeting after holding that prolonged inaction on the application violated fundamental rights under Article 19, while balancing public order concerns with strict safeguards

The Telangana High Court directed the State government to reconstitute the Telangana State Animal Welfare Board without delay if it has not been revived after its tenure ended in 2022, observing that the government’s affidavit lacked clarity on the Board’s status

The Municipal Administration & Urban Development (MA&UD) has sanctioned Rs 488 crore for a new Trumpet interchange to ease traffic between Radial Road–2, ORR–Gachibowli, ORR–Shamshabad–RGIA, and Budvel.

BRS working president KT Rama Rao accused Union Coal Minister Kishan Reddy of abdicating responsibility by saying a CBI probe into SCCL irregularities would proceed only if the Telangana government requested it. Rama Rao alleged the site visit certificate rule facilitates backdoor tender allotments and warned of historic accountability

The Santosh Trophy 2025-26 Final Round began in Assam with West Bengal defeating Nagaland 4-0. Tamil Nadu edged hosts Assam 1-0, while Rajasthan beat Uttarakhand 3-2 to join the champions on three points

The Telangana Cricket Association will host the Telangana Premier League, cautioning players against participating in HCA’s unrecognised league. TCA assured cricketers of transparent opportunities and confirmed Telangana teams will play in BCCI tournaments during the 2026–27 domestic season

The Telangana Football Association will hold its Coaches Committee meeting on January 24 at 6.30 pm at LB Stadium, Hyderabad. Licensed coaches must attend, while new coaches can participate for registration

Mohd Siraj, captaining Hyderabad against Mumbai in the Ranji Trophy, said the green wicket would challenge both batters and bowlers. He praised young talent Aman Rao, while Mumbai’s stand-in skipper Siddesh Lad stressed preparation and a competitive pitch

Hyderabad face Mumbai in a crucial Ranji Trophy Group D clash at Rajiv Gandhi Stadium. Injuries to Tanmay Agarwal, Tanay Thyagarajan and Nitesh Reddy hurt Hyderabad, while Mohd Siraj leads the side against Siddesh Lad’s in-form Mumbai

Karan Singh defeated Udit Kamboj in a three-set battle at the Hyderabad Open ITF men’s tennis tournament. Rifqi Fitriadi overcame Amit Vales, while Ishaque Eqbal and Sidharth Rawat also advanced. Indian doubles pairs impressed in the pre-quarterfinals

BRS working president KT Rama Rao accused the Congress government of hypocrisy for meeting Greenko representatives at Davos while branding the company’s Formula-E involvement in Hyderabad as a scam. He raised concerns about possible backroom deals and questioned the government’s credibility.