Hyderabad

Government and local body teachers staged a massive protest at Dharna Chowk, Hyderabad, demanding release of pending bills, PRC implementation, CPS abolition, unified service rules, and filling of vacancies. They accused the Congress government of ignoring teachers’ problems despite 20 months in power

A 10-year-old boy, S Sushant, went missing from a government-run street children’s forum in Secunderabad after his mother Manga took him away on August 16. CCTV footage confirmed the incident, and police have launched a search to trace the child

The first Telangana Conference for Women in Police concluded in Hyderabad with over 400 officers participating. Experts highlighted key concerns, including women’s low representation at 8.6 per cent, and recommended reforms on gender bias, workplace culture, training, and work-life balance

The Telangana State Pollution Control Board (TSPCB) will distribute over 3.2 lakh eco-friendly clay Ganesh idols in Hyderabad and districts for Vinayaka Chaturthi. Minister Konda Surekha launched the campaign, which also includes workshops and awareness programmes promoting sustainable festive practices

The American Society of Mechanical Engineers (ASME) will host its flagship International Mechanical Engineering Congress and Exposition (IMECE) in India for the first time at Hyderabad’s HICC from September 10-13, 2025, focusing on sustainability, innovation and inclusivity in engineering

A Lancet study has found a severe shortage of Rabies Immunoglobulin across Telangana, with only 1.8% of UPHCs stocking the life-saving injection. While rabies vaccines are widely available, doctors warn severe dog-bite victims may face life-threatening treatment delays

Following a recent electrocution incident, BGUS urged Ganesh pandals to follow certified electrical safety standards. The committee will deploy 160 Ganesh Action Teams and provide free electricity. Organisers are encouraged to use Swadeshi products and adhere to TGSPDCL guidelines

Rachakonda Police Commissioner G Sudheer Babu reviewed Ganesh festival and immersion arrangements, directing officials to ensure peaceful celebrations. He banned DJ systems at pandals, stressed safety measures, and ordered additional security at sensitive areas with close watch on anti-social elements

Cyberabad SOT and local police raided a gambling den in a newly built Ali Nagar building, arresting four and seizing Rs 19,500, vehicles and phones. Three suspects escaped. A case has been registered and further investigation is underway

BRS MLC Takkallapalli Ravinder Rao blamed the Congress government for Telangana’s sanitation crisis, citing garbage accumulation, disease outbreaks, and delayed local body elections. He warned of direct action if conditions fail to improve, accusing the government of neglecting people’s basic needs

BRS senior leader T Harish Rao accused both the Centre and Telangana government of mishandling the urea crisis, calling it a political drama. Citing Central data, he claimed there is no national shortage and blamed the Congress government’s negligence for farmers’ hardships

Thalaivan Thalaivii, directed by Pandiraj, is a family drama where petty arguments spiral into chaos for Vijay Sethupathi and Nithya Menen’s characters. While loud and uneven, the film benefits from strong performances, good music, and relatable emotions. Now streaming on Prime Video

Hyderabad will host ICN Deccan Uprising 2025, a two-day natural fitness event, on August 23–24 at SR Classic Convention Centre, Shamshabad. With over 400 athletes competing in bodybuilding, fitfashion, fitness modelling, and transformation challenges, the event will also feature actor Allu Sirish

Parents and relatives of a 10-year-old girl, allegedly killed by a juvenile, staged a protest at Kukatpally police station demanding strict punishment. They accused police of shielding the accused. Traffic was disrupted before reinforcements restored order

GNITS welcomed its new B Tech 2025–29 batch with an orientation programme at its Shaikpet campus, attended by over 900 students and parents. Actor Tanikella Bharani inspired the gathering with life lessons, while institute leaders shared GNITS’ vision for future-ready women engineers

Overflowing manholes across Hyderabad — including IAS Officers’ Colony, Jubilee Hills, Borabanda and Kalyan Nagar — have triggered foul odours and inconvenience for residents. The HMWSSB said daily sewage complaints touched 1,000 during recent rains, with backlog clearance now underway

Chief Minister A. Revanth Reddy has ordered State honours for the last journey of CPI national leader and former MP Suravaram Sudhakar Reddy. His mortal remains will be kept at Makhdoom Bhavan for public tributes before being donated to Gandhi Medical College.

IT Minister D. Sridhar Babu reaffirmed the Congress government’s commitment to the River Musi rejuvenation project despite objections. Speaking at an urban planning conference, he said Telangana would emerge as a model in sustainability, stressing climate-resilient cities and intergenerational justice.

The Chandanagar police arrested two more suspects in the Khazana jewellery store heist, taking the total arrests to six. The gang had looted 10 kg of silver articles on August 12. Police urged jewellery shops to tighten security

Tracking interstate criminal gangs remains a major challenge for police as offenders flee Hyderabad after crimes. From the Afzalgunj travel agency shooting to jewellery and ATM heists, suspects often escape to Bihar, UP, MP, Chhattisgarh, or even Nepal, evading capture

Interstate gangs are increasingly targeting jewellery shops and ATMs on Hyderabad’s outskirts for quick getaways using highways and ORR routes. Recent cases in Chandanagar, Adibatla and Choutuppal highlight a trend, prompting police to urge traders to enhance security measures

The 5K Curtain Raiser of the 14th NMDC Hyderabad Marathon was held at Hitex with 8,000 runners. Organisers announced a record 28,000 registrations, including elite athletes. Inspiring stories and NGO participation highlighted the event ahead of the main race on August 24

Hyderabad Commissioner A.V. Ranganath said the demolition of Fatima Owaisi Educational Campus will be taken up after the final notification of Salkam Cheruvu and verification of FTLs. He also urged IMD-Hyderabad to improve real-time forecasting with updated technology.

A 15-year-old boy allegedly murdered a 10-year-old girl in Kukatpally after she caught him stealing a cricket bat from her house. Police said the juvenile stabbed her repeatedly with a knife. He was sent to a boys’ observation home