Hyderabad

Mahatma Gandhi Institute of Technology celebrated its first Graduation Day after attaining autonomous status in 2021. More than 1,000 graduates from the first two autonomous batches received degrees, while meritorious students were honoured with gold and silver medals

Dr KV Rao Scientific Society honoured outstanding young researchers during its 26th annual day celebrations in Hyderabad. Awards were presented across Physics, Chemistry, Biology and Mathematics, while innovative science outreach and interdisciplinary presentations also featured at the event

A 40-year-old caretaker from Yapral allegedly died by suicide after a finance company seized his motorcycle over non-payment of the first EMI. Jawaharnagar police registered a case following a complaint and are investigating the circumstances surrounding the incident

The delayed reconstruction of a bridge over a stormwater drain at Ashok Nagar has triggered severe traffic congestion and public frustration. GHMC officials blamed improper debris disposal by the contractor, while commuters criticised the slow pace and poor coordination of the project

Hyderabad police arrested a cab driver for allegedly forging Double Bedroom housing allotment orders and cheating more than 50 people by promising government houses. Police seized 52 fake allotment copies and are investigating the full extent of the alleged fraud

Hyderabad is set for the week-long Old City Bonalu celebrations beginning Sunday, with thousands of devotees expected at the Simhavahini Mahankali Temple in Lal Darwaza. Police have deployed 2,000 personnel to ensure smooth crowd management, traffic regulation and security

The Indian Chamber of Commerce hosted the Defence MSME Manufacturers Forum in Hyderabad, focusing on strengthening MSME participation in defence and aerospace manufacturing and positioning Telangana as a hub for advanced industries.

BRS working president KT Rama Rao criticised the proposed Hate Speech Bill, saying the Congress should first restrain its own leaders. He also alleged increasing censorship of social media, defended freedom of expression and questioned claims made on several political issues

Defending champions India have been drawn with Maldives and Pakistan in Group B of the SAFF Championship 2026, to be held in Bangladesh from November 4 to 17. The Blue Tigers will begin their campaign against Maldives on November 5

India dominated the 22nd Commonwealth Table Tennis Championships as all eight paddlers reached the men's and women's singles semifinals. Syndrela Das upset top seed Yangzi Liu, while Manush Shah, Payas Jain, Ankur Bhattacharjee and Manav Thakkar advanced in the men's draw

Prajwala organised a State-Level Anti-Human Trafficking Conference in Hyderabad to mark the World Day Against Trafficking in Persons. The event brought together 500 delegates, highlighted emerging trafficking challenges, and celebrated the organisation's 30 years of survivor-centred rehabilitation and advocacy

JNTU-Hyderabad has signed an MoU with Coursera to provide open online courses for its students. The partnership will enable students to earn academic credits through subsidised courses, including capstone projects, offered by internationally reputed faculty and institutions

Hyderabad Metro Rail facilitated the priority transport of a donor heart and lungs from CARE Hospitals in Gachibowli to KIMS Hospitals in Secunderabad. The organs travelled 14 km across 13 stations in 25 minutes through coordinated efforts with healthcare professionals

Cognizant partnered with OpenAI to host its first global Codex Hackathon across six Indian cities. Around 10,000 associates participated in hands-on coding challenges, masterclasses and collaborative sessions aimed at building innovative AI-powered technology solutions using OpenAI Codex.

H-NEW and Hussainialam police busted an inter-state drug trafficking network and arrested two alleged traffickers in Hyderabad. Police seized hydroponic cannabis, cocaine, LSD blots, mobile phones and a car, while efforts are underway to trace the absconding supplier.

Cyberabad Police rescued 664 children during the month-long Operation Muskaan-XII conducted in July. The drive targeted child labour, begging, rag-picking and other hazardous situations, with details of all rescued children uploaded to the DARPAN platform for rehabilitation and monitoring.

Hyderabad's Metro expansion remains stalled amid uncertainty over Phase II approval and the State government's takeover of Phase I. While the Centre has approved over 380 km of Metro projects in several cities since January 2024, Telangana's proposals remain pending.

Balapur police rescued a newborn baby girl after foiling an alleged attempt to sell the infant to a couple in Shaheennagar for Rs 5 lakh. Four persons were detained, and an investigation is underway to determine the roles of those involved.

Hyderabad Traffic Police registered six criminal cases in a week-long crackdown on vehicles with fake or tampered number plates, warning that only government-approved High Security Registration Plates are valid.

Hyderabad Customs held an interactive session on Budget 2026 reforms, highlighting record revenue growth and infrastructure expansion plans, including new ICDs and product-specific facilities to boost trade efficiency.

The Telangana Congress government’s alleged interference in JNTU-Hyderabad’s Registrar appointment has sparked a confrontation with Vice-Chancellor T. Kishen Kumar Reddy, who resisted pressure to reinstate former Registrar K. Venkateshwara Rao.

Chief Secretary Sanjay Jaju has proposed a unified ticketing system across Metro and TGSRTC services in Hyderabad, reviewed Metro Rail progress, and directed officials to expedite land acquisition, approvals, and procurement of additional coaches.

The Telangana High Court found HYDRAA Commissioner AV Ranganath guilty of civil contempt for violating court orders by entering disputed land at Lothukunta. Justice Jukanti Anil Kumar directed the Chief Secretary to remove him from office, stressing that the Rule of Law must prevail over arbitrary actions by officials.

Researchers at LV Prasad Eye Institute (LVPEI) and NYU Grossman School of Medicine have discovered that sulforaphane, a compound in broccoli, can activate the NRF2 defence pathway to counter keratoconus-related corneal damage. The breakthrough points to potential non-invasive therapies like sulforaphane eye drops, offering hope for early diagnosis and treatment.