Hyderabad

Osmania University has outrightly rejected the TGCHE recommendation of introducing BE Biotechnology and BA (Hons) Telugu programmes from the academic year 2025-26, citing a dearth of faculty, classrooms, hostels and infrastructure. The University accused the TGCHE of taking the top-down approach, undermining its autonomy

Over 1.4 lakh Ganesh pandals will immerse idols in Hyderabad this year. BGUS has set RTA-approved tariffs for vehicles, with trailers costing Rs 33,000 and smaller vehicles from Rs 1,000 upwards. Tokens and time slots will ensure smooth immersion on September 6

A 40-year-old woman, Boinala Swetha of Gowlipura, died by suicide at Chatrinaka on Saturday night. She jumped from her building’s terrace and died on the spot. Police said family members cited depression due to family issues as the reason

BRS working president KT Rama Rao attended the wedding of Navitha, daughter of late activist Dhanaboyina Narsimlu, saying his presence was not political but a brotherly duty. He said the party’s bond with people is built on trust and family ties

Hyderabad will see moderate to heavy rain this week, while several Telangana districts face red alerts for very heavy rainfall. Adilabad saw up to 173 mm in 24 hours, and IMD warns of more intense spells in the coming days

GHMC Commissioner R.V. Karnan inaugurated the Indie Puppy Adoption Fair at Jalagam Vengalrao Park, urging adopters to treat native puppies as family. Of the 39 healthy puppies showcased, 24 were adopted. The fair promoted the slogan “Adopt, Don’t Shop.”

Former minister T Harish Rao warned that switching the KLIP pumps on and off daily could damage their motors. He accused the Congress government of negligence, citing BHEL experts’ advice, and alleged that pumps were run only during ministerial visits.

Former minister T Harish Rao accused the Congress government of “criminal negligence” for allowing Godavari water from Yellampalli to flow into the sea. He alleged the delay in operating KLIP pumps was deliberate to malign BRS and warned of a farmers’ agitation.

A distributory of the Singur left bank canal breached at Isojipet in Pulkal mandal, Sangareddy, on Sunday—the second such incident in a year. Officials blamed heavy inflows, while farmers alleged poor-quality repairs. Health Minister Damodara Rajanarasimha inspected the site.

BRS working president KT Rama Rao accused Chief Minister Revanth Reddy of turning the scrapped Hyderabad Pharma City into a “Future City” real estate venture. He alleged misuse of farmers’ lands, wastage of public money, and warned the Congress of a BRS-led fight.

A fire broke out in three shops at Shastripuram, Rajendranagar, including an AC repair workshop, chicken shop, and onion godown. Firefighters controlled the blaze in two hours. No casualties were reported, and a short circuit is suspected as the cause.

The Prime Hyderabad Black Hawks Varsity Volleyball League 2025 has launched with over 50 teams, featuring 16 boys’ and 12 girls’ teams who advanced to the main draw, set to compete for the title

The inaugural Hyderabad Pickleball League, starting October 10, features 8 teams, an auction for players, and a total prize pool of Rs 12 lakhs. The league will run in a round-robin format

St. Francis Boys secured a commanding 61-34 win over Rovers in the Annual League Basketball Championship, dominating the second half with strong performances from Jackson, Nitish, and Peter

A car accident near Batasingaram in Hyderabad led to the arrest of a drug peddler transporting 16 kg of marijuana. Police discovered the drugs upon inspection and took him into custody.

A Ganesh idol fell off a vehicle while being transported to a pandal on the outskirts of Aramghar, causing a major traffic jam. Police cleared the road, and devotees expressed grief over the unfortunate incident

Telangana Chief Minister A Revanth Reddy highlighted his decade-long role in the statehood movement, defended showcasing Telangana to Miss World contestants, and stressed welfare-focused development over skyscrapers. Poet Ande Sri praised the CM for his achievements at a book launch

Olympic champion PV Sindhu, at GVK Diagnostics’ first anniversary, emphasised the importance of preventive health check-ups, discipline, and recovery. She encouraged people to prioritize early health interventions to avoid setbacks, maintain consistency, and achieve long-term performance in sports and daily life

A centering worker was fatally attacked by his friend in Madhuranagar, Hyderabad, after he intervened in a quarrel. When he asked his friends to stop fighting over a missing blanket, one of them retaliated by striking him with a granite slab.

An auto-rickshaw driver was found dead under suspicious circumstances at his residence in Allapur, Hyderabad. Police suspect foul play involving his wife, Tabusam Begum, and her alleged lover, Toufeeq, both of whom are currently missing along with the couple’s daughter

Hyderabad’s Hare Krishna Golden Temple hosted grand Sri Krishna Janmashtami celebrations, featuring darshan of Lord Krishna in multiple forms, Unjala Seva, 56 Chappan Bhog offerings, Shodashopachara Seva, and the evening 108-Kalasha Sandhya Maha Abhishekam, attracting devotees from across the city

BRS MLC Dasoju Sravan criticised Chief Minister A Revanth Reddy for mismanagement of Hyderabad's construction sector, citing plummeting building permissions, pending applications, and rising RR Tax. He accused the government of intimidating builders and undermining the city’s investment hub image

Munugode MLA Komatireddy Rajgopal Reddy has criticised Telangana CM A Revanth Reddy and party leadership over fund allocations and cabinet posts. The TPCC has instructed its Disciplinary Committee to examine his repeated outbursts amid rising tensions in the party

The National Institute of Tourism and Hospitality Management (NITHM) held its Curriculum Advisory Committee meeting in Hyderabad, where academicians, industry leaders and experts discussed strengthening academics, bridging skill gaps, promoting spiritual tourism and aligning growth with Telangana’s tourism policy.