Hyderabad

The 211-year-old Ujjaini Mahakali temple in Secunderabad is making elaborate arrangements for Lashkar Bonalu on August 2. Thousands of devotees are expected to participate, while temple authorities have planned dedicated queue lines and smooth crowd management for the celebrations.

Hyderabad CCS has registered a cheating case against six persons for allegedly duping at least 27 job aspirants of ₹5.05 crore by promising UK Tier-2 work visas and jobs in London. The accused allegedly threatened victims when confronted over the fraud.

Hyderabad is hosting a range of Friendship Day events, from block-printing and DIY craft workshops to painting sessions and a lively music night. The city offers experiences for creative enthusiasts, partygoers and solo visitors looking to meet like-minded people.

Hyderabad Cyber Crime police have registered two cases against social media users and the Head of Meta in India following a BJP complaint over alleged derogatory posts targeting Prime Minister Narendra Modi. The complainant sought an investigation and preservation of digital evidence.

The Godavari River crossed the first flood warning level at Bhadrachalam after heavy upstream rainfall pushed inflows beyond 10 lakh cusecs. Authorities have sounded an alert, opened control rooms and asked residents in vulnerable areas to remain vigilant as water levels continue rising.

BRS working president K.T. Rama Rao appeared before the Nampally ACB Special Court in the Formula E race case following the filing of the chargesheet. The court directed him to furnish a Rs 1 lakh personal bond and adjourned the matter to August 25.

Chief Minister A. Revanth Reddy's repeated remarks about remaining in office until 2034 have reportedly sparked discontent within the Telangana Congress. Party leaders maintain that the Congress high command alone decides the Chief Minister, citing Kerala and Karnataka as recent examples.

The monsoon season can increase the risk of dandruff because of humidity and sweating. Regular scalp care, the right shampoo, proper hair hygiene, a balanced diet and timely medical advice can help prevent flakes and keep the scalp healthy

Rain-damaged roads and waterlogged potholes have made commuting hazardous across Hyderabad's northeastern colonies, including Sainikpuri, Neredmet and Yapral. Residents say temporary repairs are ineffective and have urged authorities to undertake emergency road restoration and desilting of clogged catch pits.

BRS leaders paid rich tributes to former Narsampet MLA Peddi Sudarshan Reddy, recalling his contributions to the Telangana movement, dedication to public service and close association with K Chandrashekhar Rao. They described his death as an irreparable loss to the party and society.

Heavy to very heavy rainfall continued across northern Telangana during the past 24 hours, with Mancherial recording the highest rainfall. Hyderabad and nearby districts received light showers as the IMD attributed the widespread rain to strong weather systems over central India

Film Nagar police registered a POCSO case against a resident for allegedly sexually assaulting a minor girl and blackmailing her using private photographs. Police have launched an investigation, while the victim and her family are receiving counselling support from the authorities

BRS president K Chandrashekhar Rao and working president KT Rama Rao expressed grief over the death of former Narsampet MLA Peddi Sudarshan Reddy, recalling his role in the Telangana movement and assuring support to his family during the difficult time

Former Narsampet MLA and senior BRS leader Peddi Sudarsan Reddy passed away at 12.51 a.m. on Friday in Hyderabad. He was being treated at at Yashoda Hospital after suffering a massive pulmonary embolism.

The Telangana High Court has directed the Hyderabad Commissioner of Police to inquire into allegations of illegal detention and custodial torture against Malakpet police personnel. The Court ordered examination of CCTV footage and medical evidence submitted by the petitioner.

A 28-year-old woman identified as Hema allegedly died by suicide by hanging at Meerpet on Thursday. Her family accused her husband Raj Kumar of mental harassment and alleged an extramarital relationship. Police have launched an investigation into the incident.

A TGSRTC driver has faced criticism after a viral video allegedly showed him refusing to open the doors for a woman waiting in heavy rain at Paradise traffic signal. Commuters criticised the conduct and urged authorities to take action.

Unemployed youth staged a flash protest at Hyderabad’s City Central Library demanding recruitment notifications for 19,000 police vacancies and other government posts. They sought relaxation in age limits, scrapping of GO 46 and GO 29, and warned of continued protests.

Three migrant workers were injured after loosened soil collapsed on them during foundation work at a private building in Gachibowli. Rescue teams from police, HYDRAA DRF and CMC rushed to the spot, while officials suspect safety lapses at the site.

Remarks that there was a complete lack of coordination among government departments, resulting in arbitrary executive action

The Telangana Board of Intermediate Education has imposed penalties ranging from Rs 1 lakh to Rs 10 lakh on more than 95 private junior colleges for violating norms. It has also withheld the affiliation of several colleges that failed to meet mandatory standards.

A married woman from Boduppal has accused a man of blackmailing her with private photos and videos after allegedly luring her into a relationship. She claimed she was forced to hand over Rs 10 lakh and 30 tolas of gold. Police are investigating

After months of hardship in Saudi Arabia, bedridden Hyderabadi Mohammed Abdul Aleem returned home with the help of Lulu Group Chairman M.A. Yousuf Ali, who cleared his outstanding dues and coordinated his repatriation following support from Malayali social workers.

Amgen has launched its first Scholars Program in India at IIIT Hyderabad with 10 undergraduate students from across Asia. The two-month residential programme focuses on AI, machine learning and scientific research, culminating in presentations and participation in a regional symposium in Tokyo.