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Prof Ajailiu Niumai from University of Hyderabad co-edits a new volume titled Hundred Years of Sociology in India, released by Springer. The book captures a century of sociological evolution and includes essays from leading and emerging Indian sociologists

The Telangana Crime Investigation Department (CID) has arrested two more individuals in connection with a kidney transplant racket busted in Hyderabad’s Saroornagar in April.

The Hyderabad Narcotics Enforcement Wing (HNEW) arrested a 28-year-old software professional, Harshavardhan, for allegedly peddling drugs.

A research team led by Dr. Manjula Reddy at Hyderabad’s Centre for Cellular and Molecular Biology (CCMB) has discovered a crucial proofreading mechanism in bacteria that helps maintain the strength of their cell walls.

Chinthala Yamini (27), a software professional from Khammam, was found hanging in her room at a ladies hostel in Gachibowli on Tuesday night. Police said she was alone at the time. A case has been registered and investigation is underway

New AI lead for Lloyds Technology Centre has been appointed in Hyderabad.

A 24-year-old UPSC aspirant from Cherukuthota Colony, Saroornagar, died by suicide after failing to clear the prelims exam twice. He had been preparing for civil services for three years and reportedly slipped into depression over repeated failures

A construction worker named Mohd Saleem Pasha died after an unknown vehicle hit his bike near Golconda on Tuesday night. He was taken to the hospital but didn’t survive. Police are trying to find the vehicle and driver involved

Hyderabad police arrested five people, including four from Maharashtra and one local man, for selling cocaine in the city. Two customers were also caught. Police seized 276 grams of cocaine and eight phones during the operation

Should the offer be accepted, the company will hold a 35.75 per cent stake in the South Africa firm, valued at R4 billion (USD 226 million), the company stated in a regulatory filing

Students from Left groups protested at the Secretariat in Hyderabad over poor education policies. They demanded a new Education Minister, action on student deaths, fee control in private schools, and release of pending scholarships and other student dues

The redevelopment of Huppuguda railway station under the Amrit Bharat Station Scheme is progressing rapidly and is scheduled for completion by December 2025. With a Rs 26.81 crore investment, the project aims to upgrade infrastructure and enhance passenger facilities.

Hyderabad is witnessing a spike in seasonal diseases due to persistent bad weather. Government and private hospitals are reporting more cases of viral fevers. Health authorities have advised the public to avoid stale food, drink clean water and prevent mosquito breeding

IRCTC will launch the ‘Ambedkar Yatra with Panch Jyotirlinga Darshan’ Bharat Gaurav tourist train from Secunderabad on August 16. Covering key spiritual and historical sites, the 9-day tour includes travel, stay, and meals. Bookings are now open.

Many homeless people in Hyderabad are suffering due to heavy rain. With no proper shelter, they sleep on pavements, under flyovers or trees. They ask for help like raincoats, shelters, and basic needs from the government during the monsoon

Several educational institutions in low-lying areas declare holiday as a precautionary measure; commercial markets at Charminar, Gulzar Houz, Shehran wear a deserted look

Apollo Hospitals in Jubilee Hills honoured bone cancer survivors on World Sarcoma Day. Survivors shared their recovery stories, doctors spoke on early detection and treatments, and experts raised awareness about bone cancer symptoms, surgeries, and rehabilitation

BRS MLC S Madhusudana Chari accused the Congress and BJP of long-standing betrayal of BCs by denying them reservations, resources, and representation. He demanded full implementation of the Kamareddy BC Declaration and warned of a backlash from BC communities.

BRS leader T Harish Rao criticised the Congress government for imposing prohibitory orders at libraries and universities, calling it a move to stifle dissent among Telangana’s unemployed youth. He demanded immediate job notifications and accused the government of failing its promises.

Ganesh idol immersion in Hyderabad will be held on September 6, coinciding with Anant Chaturdashi and marking the conclusion of the 10-day Vinayaka Chaturthi festival. Police and civic bodies will coordinate arrangements for a smooth and safe immersion process.

The Supreme Court adjourned the Kancha Gachibowli forest case to August 13, criticising Telangana for allegedly clearing forest land overnight. The CJI warned that bulldozing forests under the pretext of development cannot be justified and officials could face jail.

To improve patient comfort, the Chaganam Lalithamma-Bhaskar Rao Memorial Trust donated 30 cement benches worth Rs 3 lakh to NIMS Hospital in Hyderabad. The benches were officially handed over to hospital officials in a ceremony attended by faculty and Trust representatives.

The Cyberabad Police recovered 827 stolen or lost mobile phones worth nearly Rs 2 crore using the CEIR portal. The devices were returned to their owners during a special event. Citizens were urged to report lost phones through CEIR for faster recovery.

The two-time Olympics medallist and star Indian shuttler outslugs the sixth seed 21-15, 8-21, 21-17 to reach the round of 16