Hyderabad

Raja Bahadur Venkat Rama Reddy, Hyderabad’s first Hindu Kotwal, modernised policing and maintained communal harmony under the Nizam’s rule. A philanthropist, he also founded schools, colleges and hostels that empowered women and rural students. His legacy continues through police and educational institutions

Tension escalated at Osmania University after police arrested OU JAC chairman Kothapalli Tirupati and other student activists during the Telangana bandh, sparking protests and demands for their immediate release.

A woman passenger’s life was saved at Secunderabad station when RPF constable Sanjay Kumar quickly pulled her away from a moving train, showcasing courage under Operation Jeevan Raksha.

Oakridge International (Gachibowli) boys won their second straight game, while Indus girls beat Suchitra Academy in the Keystone Schools League U14 basketball championship, with Keystone boys also securing victory on Thursday

Osmania University will conduct its Inter-college swimming championship for men and women on August 25 at GHMC Swimming Pool, Secunderabad. Team selections will be overseen by Prof K Deepla and Manoj Bidla

Will Rahul Gandhi uphold the Constitution, the sacred document he professes to defend, or back Revanth Reddy’s opportunism?

Ramraj Cotton inaugurated its new Miryalaguda showroom, launched by MLA Bathula Laxma Reddy. The company introduced anti-bacterial dhotis and offers a wide range of dhotis, shirts, and youth T-shirts, all crafted from soft cotton fabrics for comfort and style

Here are the key arguments before the Telangana High Court on the Kaleshwaram case. We simplified the arguments for you...

Mindspace Business Parks REIT sees Hyderabad office occupancy rise to 97.3%, surpassing pre-pandemic levels. Expansion includes redevelopment of two buildings, B1 and B8, launch of The Pearl Club, and The Square in Financial District to meet growing office space demand

The Hyderabad Metropolitan Water Supply and Sewerage Board to introduce an online process for obtaining Water Feasibility Certificates. The service reduces office visits, includes document upload, fee payment of Rs 5,000, and digital certificate issuance after field verification

Former Telangana Chief Minister K. Chandrashekhar Rao and ex-Finance Minister T. Harish Rao approached the High Court seeking to nullify the Ghose Commission report on alleged irregularities in the Kaleshwaram Project. They argue the report is politically driven and procedurally flawed, citing violations under Sections 8B and 8C of the Commissions of Inquiry Act.

BRS spokesperson Manne Krishank has alleged collusion between Congress MLA Sri Ganesh and BJP nominee Banuka Narmada to extort bribes for construction approvals in Secunderabad Cantonment.

Saudi Arabia launched the Nusuk Umrah platform, allowing global pilgrims, including Indians, to apply directly for visas and book services like accommodation and transport. The app, available in seven languages, aims to simplify and enhance the Umrah pilgrimage experience

arayana Educational Institutions students Banibrata Majee and Akshat Srivastava won gold medals at the International Olympiad on Astronomy and Astrophysics 2025 in Mumbai. Their success boosted India’s tally to four gold and one silver at the global science contest

Star Hospitals has launched a special initiative for senior citizens to provide a dedicated helpline and facilities to provide timely treatment to prevent health issues

The family of 37-year-old Krishna Sumanth from Miyapur, declared brain dead after a road accident, donated his organs under the Jeevandan programme. Seven organs, including kidneys, liver, lungs, corneas and heart, were retrieved and allocated to needy patients

The Hyderabad Cybercrime police arrested Gurgaon businessman Vineet Chadha in connection with a Rs 2.02 crore online trading fraud. He allegedly routed Rs 40 lakh through a shell company. Six others were earlier arrested. Police warn against fake trading apps offering quick profits

Hyderabad Cybercrime Police have arrested two men from Ghaziabad in connection with a Rs 63.4 lakh insurance fraud. The accused supplied bank accounts for laundering scam proceeds and are linked to at least six such frauds nationwide.

GHMC and Hydraa are preparing flood prevention plans for Ameerpet and Maitrivanam after a joint survey of drainage systems. Officials identified narrowed stormwater drains as the cause and proposed remodeling to prevent recurring floods in the busy commercial hub

Hyderabad continues to face a major internet outage after power utilities indiscriminately cut cables on electric poles. At least one lakh connections are affected, crippling UPI payments, online banking, and small businesses. Restoration may take two more days, officials said

The body of an unidentified man was found in the Musi River near Amberpet on Thursday. With cable wires around his neck raising suspicion, police are probing whether he died accidentally or was murdered. The body was shifted for autopsy

The Hyderabad Traffic Police deployed 50 patrolling bikes and 100 traffic marshals to strengthen city traffic management. Equipped with advanced tools, the new units aim to raise average vehicle speed from 18 kmph to 23 kmph. More marshals will be added soon

The Anti-Corruption Bureau (ACB) booked Enjamuri Venkaiah, Panchayat Secretary of Janpahad in Suryapet district, for demanding a Rs.15,000 bribe to process instalments under the Indiramma Housing Scheme. He was produced before the court, and the case is under investigation

The Task Force (West) team in Hyderabad busted an interstate gang smuggling e-cigarettes and foreign cigarettes from Dubai. Six people were arrested and contraband worth Rs 25 lakh, including 6,800 cigarette packs and 360 e-cigarettes, was seized