Hyderabad

HMWSSB officials detected two illegal borewells and a storage tank within the FTL and buffer zones of Himayat Sagar Lake. An FIR was registered against an individual accused of illegally supplying groundwater for commercial purposes through water tankers

India Stone & Tech Expo 2026 will be held at the HITEX Exhibition Centre in Hyderabad from May 29 to 31. The event will bring together stakeholders from the stone, machinery and surface technology sectors and highlight Telangana’s strong presence in the granite export industry

The viral Cockroach Janata Party movement is emerging as a satirical yet sharp commentary on unemployment, burnout and youth frustration in India. Through memes, slogans and humour, the online trend reflects the emotional exhaustion faced by educated youngsters struggling with job insecurity and endless competition

Semi-permanent tattoos are becoming increasingly popular among young adults seeking stylish body art without lifelong commitment. Offering painless application and temporary designs, these tattoos allow users to experiment with changing aesthetics, personal expressions and fashion trends while avoiding the permanence of traditional tattoos

NITHM organised a Tourism Conclave in Hyderabad as part of Telangana’s Tourism Week celebrations under the “Prajalavaddaku Palana” initiative. Policymakers, tourism experts and hospitality leaders discussed opportunities and strategies for promoting domestic, heritage, experiential and sustainable tourism in Telangana

Two directors of Ananya Infra Projects Pvt Ltd in Hyderabad alleged that police, under pressure from a Congress MP, are harassing them to sell their 34.5-acre land in Ranga Reddy district at a throwaway price.

A total of 44,205 candidates registered for Civils Preliminary Examination in Hyderabad and 29,609 appeared for the paper – I. Further, the number of candidates taking the paper – II have come down to 29,262, with absentees at 14,943.

The Civil Services Preliminary Examination 2026 Paper – I was considered one of the toughest in recent years, with a heavy focus on current affairs and case-study-based governance questions. Aspirants struggled, and experts predict lower qualifying marks across categories.

Telangana is facing an intense heatwave, with several districts recording temperatures above 46°C. Kumuram Bheem Asifabad reported the highest at 46.5°C, while Hyderabad touched 42.7°C.

BRS working president KT Rama Rao visited senior party worker Surender, who has been battling cancer for several years, at a hospital in Musheerabad. He extended financial assistance for treatment and appreciated Surender’s long association and commitment to the party

The BRS Legal Cell demanded an SIT probe and fast-track trial in the murder case of senior advocate Khaja Moizuddin. Party leaders alleged rising attacks on lawyers in Telangana and sought police protection for the victim’s family along with stronger security measures for advocates

The IMD has forecast the onset of pre-monsoon thundershowers across Telangana from May 28, bringing relief from the ongoing heatwave. Temperatures are expected to remain high until Wednesday before falling by 2–3°C, with thunderstorms and gusty winds likely statewide.

Former Minister G Jagadish Reddy alleged that the Congress government was attempting to privatise Telangana’s power sector through RDSS and prepaid electricity meters. He warned that the move would affect consumers and farmers, and announced that the BRS would launch protests against the policy

A Telangana woman and her two daughters, stranded in Bahrain due to visa overstay and the absence of a birth certificate for the younger child, finally returned to Hyderabad after intervention by the Indian Embassy, MHA and expatriate support organisations.

Hyderabad police formed multiple special teams to investigate the killing of advocate Khaja Moizuddin, who was allegedly run over by a speeding car in Nampally. Investigators are analysing CCTV footage, vehicle ownership records and mobile phone data to identify the suspects.

GHMC, CMC and MMC have intensified monsoon preparedness works, including desilting nalas, strengthening retaining walls and improving flood safety measures across Hyderabad. Officials aim to prevent waterlogging and urban flooding as the city braces for the upcoming rainy season.

Cyberabad police imposed traffic restrictions at Novopan Junction on NH-65 due to ongoing Vehicle Underpass construction works. Diversions for commuters travelling between Sangareddy and Patancheru came into effect on Sunday and will continue until the completion of the project.

Hyderabad traffic police announced temporary diversions at Mehdipatnam and along the PVNR Expressway due to skywalk construction and CCTV pole erection works. The restrictions will remain in force from Sunday evening until Monday morning, affecting traffic towards RGIA, Masab Tank and Rethibowli.

Raidurgam police booked four youngsters for dangerous driving in Knowledge City under Cyberabad limits after a late-night interception on Niloufer Road. A police constable sustained hand injuries while attempting to stop the speeding car. The accused were later taken into custody.

Malkajgiri traffic police booked 227 persons during weekend drunk driving enforcement drives. Most offenders were two-wheeler riders, while 10 individuals recorded Blood Alcohol Concentration levels above 300 mg/100 ml. All accused will appear before the court in connection with the cases.

Historians and heritage experts have identified a rare Kakatiya-era granite sculpture depicting Emperor Ganapatideva, his wife Somaladevi and royal preceptor Visveswara Sivacharya at Totapalli village in Siddipet district, marking the first such identification of the royal couple in Telangana.

Addressing the party meeting in Amberpet on Sunday, Rama Rao said the State Cabinet had decided to replace existing electricity meters with prepaid meters across rural and urban areas, including agricultural connections.

Official estimates indicate Telangana’s GSDP growth has slowed after the Congress government assumed office, compared to the high-growth phase witnessed under the previous BRS regime. Economists warn that continued moderation could impact employment generation, investments, tax revenues and future welfare expenditure.

Poor families in Telangana are facing difficulties in availing benefits under the Kalyana Lakshmi and Shaadi Mubarak schemes due to delays in processing applications and fund allocation. Expenditure under the welfare schemes has significantly declined across Minority, SC and ST departments.