Hyderabad

BRS working president K.T. Rama Rao accused the BJP of hypocrisy, citing India’s cricket match with Pakistan despite the Pahalgam massacre. He defended his party’s support for the Supreme Court’s Waqf verdict, stressing that “real nationalism” means inclusivity and equality.

The incident occurred on March 28, 2023, when the victim, a Class 4 student, was alone and sleeping at her home after returning from school. The accused broke into the house, woke up the minor and offered sweets before sexually assaulting her

Gold surged past Rs 1.10 lakh per 10 gm in India amid safe-haven demand, global tensions, and Fed rate cut expectations, with silver and ETFs also showing sharp gains in August.

Over 2,700 acres of farmland in Medak were buried under sand after August rains. Officials plan to use MGNREGS workers to clear fields, easing costs for farmers who now seek quick relief to prepare for Yasangi crops.

Hyderabad Metropolitan Development Authority hopes to raise Rs 500 crore through plot auctions in Turkayamjal and Bachupally to fund pending projects. Despite optimism over high returns, officials are worried about poor pre-bid response amid a sluggish real estate market

Weather analysts have warned of heavy rainfall in Hyderabad and adjoining districts from Tuesday evening through early Wednesday. The IMD forecast cloudy skies, thundershowers with gusty winds, and misty conditions. Residents have been advised to stay alert.

A man from Mallemdoddi village in Jogulamba Gadwal district died after his wife allegedly poured hot oil on him during a quarrel. He succumbed while under treatment in Kurnool. The accused, Padma, has been remanded to judicial custody.

A truck rammed into a stationary car on Hyderabad’s Outer Ring Road near Adibatla around 2 am Tuesday, killing one person and injuring five others. Police registered a case and are probing the accident.

The ACB launched surprise raids on Electricity Department ADE Ambedkar’s residences in Hyderabad over graft allegations. During the searches, officials seized cash worth Rs 2 crore stacked in bundles at the officer’s residence and the residence of one Sathish, reportedly a benami of the officer.

A 34-year-old painter, Pradeep Rao from Medak, died by suicide at his Miyapur residence on Monday. Police said he had been depressed after suffering serious injuries in a fall two months ago. His wife reported he was struggling with health issues

Private colleges in Telangana ended their indefinite strike after the state government agreed to release Rs 600 crore towards fee reimbursement arrears. Talks with ministers ensured reopening of colleges from Tuesday

D Rajkumar of Hyderabad secured the Open Prize Money Chess Tournament title at A2H Chess Academy, scoring seven points from eight rounds, ahead of I Joel and A Aashish Reddy

P Sai Rohit netted a hat-trick as Bolarum Government High School thrashed Trishul Park School 6-0 in the Jaya Rao Memorial inter-schools football tournament, with victories also recorded in other categories

KNRUHS has released the first-phase counselling notification for MBBS 2025-26 under Competent Authority Quota. Eligible candidates can submit web options online from September 16 to 18. Technical and regulatory assistance is available through dedicated contacts and email

Private professional and degree colleges in Telangana called off indefinite closure after the government assured release of Rs 600 crore in fee reimbursement dues within a week, with the remaining Rs 600 crore to be released before Diwali

CM A Revanth Reddy instructs sarpanches to maintain streetlights in all Gram Panchayats, with LED networks linked to Central Command Centre, solar power promotion, and third-party audits for efficiency

Telangana High Court quashed FIRs against BAMS doctors for prescribing allopathic medicines, ruling such practice does not constitute cheating. Alleged professional misconduct can be addressed by AYUSH authority through departmental action

Yogesh Kathuniya, silver medallist in men’s F56 discus, aims to break his world record at the IndianOil World Para Athletics Championships in New Delhi, inspired by home crowd and family support

The fifth India Open under-23 athletics meet will be held at JN Stadium, Hanamkonda, from October 16 to 18, featuring 800 athletes, including 100 internationals, competing for top honors

Komari Shiva Kumar was sentenced to rigorous life imprisonment and fined Rs 60,000 for sexually assaulting a minor girl in 2018, who later died by suicide following his threats and harassment

Union Defence Minister Rajnath Singh will unveil former Prime Minister Atal Bihari Vajpayee’s statue at Picket Public Garden, Secunderabad Cantonment, on September 17, following the Hyderabad Liberation Day Parade

NCC cadets from Andhra Pradesh and Telangana excelled at the All India Thal Sainik Camp 2025 in Delhi, securing second place for boys, sixth for girls, and first in field signals

KT Rama Rao welcomed the Supreme Court’s interim order on the Waqf Amendment Act 2025, calling it crucial to protect communal harmony, opposing divisive provisions, and pledging continued commitment to minority welfare

Telangana farmers protest against the Regional Ring Road realignment, alleging the state government altered the southern route to protect lands of Congress leaders and private industries. They demand restoration of the original alignment and fair compensation for affected villages