Hyderabad

Hyderabad Metro Phase-I is now under Telangana government ownership, but delayed refinancing funds have sparked a political battle with the Centre. Here's a complete breakdown of the takeover, funding challenges, Metro Phase-II plans, and what it means for Hyderabad's future.

Telangana Minister G Vivekanand dismissed allegations of fund misappropriation involving Visaka Industries, stating that the arbitration award was upheld by courts and no money had yet been credited to the company as legal proceedings remain pending

CR Gnaneshwar’s unbeaten 75 and KSS Jayanth’s 46 guided Tungabhadra Warriors to a six-wicket win over Bhimavaram Bulls in the Andhra Premier League T20 championship at Kadapa after the Bulls posted 153 for nine in their allotted overs

The Special Intensive Revision (SIR) of electoral rolls in Telangana will be conducted through a house-to-house enumeration from June 25 to July 24, 2026. Booth Level Officers (BLOs) will visit households multiple times to distribute and collect forms, ensuring eligible citizens are included.

The Telangana government has prohibited the dumping of construction and demolition waste in open areas, drains, and public places within GHMC, CMC, and MMC limits. A government order warned that violators will face penal action, stressing strict adherence to C&D Waste Management Rules to prevent environmental damage and urban flooding.

Transport authorities in Hyderabad have seized an AC sleeper bus fitted with glass‑enclosed cabins, citing violations of safety norms. Officials warned that such unauthorised modifications pose risks to passenger safety and vowed strict enforcement.

HYDRAA will resume its Prajavani grievance system from June 22 at Buddha Bhavan to address monsoon-related issues. Citizens are urged to report waterlogging, flooding causes, and encroachments on public spaces, with priority given to resolving civic complaints quickly.

Cyberabad Cybercrime Police arrested seven persons for allegedly operating a mule account network in an online trading fraud case. The accused reportedly routed and laundered cyber fraud proceeds through multiple channels, with further investigation underway to identify the masterminds.

MLR Institute of Technology (MLRIT) received the Prabhava Puraskaram Award under HYSEA Project Drona 2.0 for achieving the highest number of faculty certifications. The recognition highlights faculty upskilling across multiple engineering departments through an Infosys Springboard–TASK initiative.

Several Congress MLAs in Telangana are reportedly concerned about inadequate funding for development works and the potential impact of constituency delimitation. The uncertainty has made many legislators cautious, despite Chief Minister Revanth Reddy’s confidence about the party remaining in power

GHMC removed 283 encroachments across five zones in Hyderabad as part of its ongoing anti-encroachment drive. Since April 4, a total of 2,620 structures have been cleared to improve urban mobility and ensure encroachment-free roads across the city.

Special children at the Manasa Institute of Child Health & Disability Studies celebrated the eve of International Yoga Day through yoga demonstrations and a plantation drive. The programme promoted fitness, inclusion, environmental awareness, and holistic development among children with intellectual disabilities.

Heartfulness Institute will attempt a world record on International Yoga Day at Kanha Shanti Vanam near Hyderabad by conducting the Common Yoga Protocol in 25 languages across 13 live-streamed time zone-based sessions, aiming to showcase yoga’s ability to unite people globally

Around 50 passengers travelling from Hyderabad to Rajasthan were reportedly stranded after the Khairatabad RTA seized their private bus. Travellers alleged that no alternative transport was provided, leaving them without adequate food and restroom facilities for several hours.

Residents of Gangubhai Basthi and Srinivasa Nagar in Ameerpet have expressed concern over delayed stormwater drain works, fearing flooding during the monsoon. Locals blame poor coordination between GHMC and HMWSSB, while students complain about difficulties caused by ongoing excavation.

The Artillery Centre in Hyderabad conducted the Attestation Parade for 2,436 Agniveers of Batch 8/26, marking their formal induction into the Armed Forces. The ceremony highlighted military discipline, precision, and the successful completion of months of intensive training.

The six black velvet pouches adorning Hyderabad's Bibi-ka-Alam have intrigued devotees for generations. Historians believe they contain priceless jewels gifted by the Nizams, while the alam itself houses a sacred relic linked to Hazrat Bibi Fatima and Islamic history.

Organisers of the Bibi ka Alam procession, in coordination with Hyderabad City Police, conducted a trial run in the Old City on Saturday. Elephant Sreedevi, brought from Kerala, traversed the traditional route ahead of the Muharram procession scheduled for June 26.

UNOX, along with IRINOX and BERKEL, hosted an exclusive Chefs' Table event in Hyderabad, bringing together renowned chefs to showcase innovative cooking techniques, advanced kitchen technology, and culinary creativity while encouraging industry collaboration, learning, and inspiration.

The FIFA-AIFF Telangana Academy was inaugurated at the Gachibowli Stadium Complex, in Hyderabad. The Academy was inaugurated by Telangana Governor Shiv Pratap Shukla alongside Chief Minister A Revanth Reddy.

With 2,539 underage driving cases recorded between January and May, Hyderabad police have proposed that schools award negative marks to students caught driving. Officials warned of strict penalties for minors and parents while stressing the need for stronger road safety measures.

BRS leaders and workers staged a protest at the MRO Office, demanding protection of eight acres of Government land in the Cantonment area from alleged encroachment. The party urged the Government to use the land for constructing 6,000 Indiramma houses.

NTPC has donated an electric rickshaw to the Sports Coaching Foundation under its CSR initiative, strengthening the organisation's efforts to promote sports among underprivileged children. The vehicle will help transport sports equipment to government schools across Telangana.

The Anti-Corruption Bureau seized Rs 1.5 crore in cash from a bank locker maintained by Survey and Land Records Deputy Director Sunkari Narahari Rao. The recovery comes days after officials unearthed assets worth over Rs 30 crore during searches.