Hyderabad

Defending champions Calicut Heroes, aiming to be the first team to defend the title, takes on Hyderabad Hawks

Jaidev Goud's double century and Kshrughal Goud's seven wicket haul help in the victory

Hyderabad police raided a house in Bandlaguda and seized large quantities of illegal Karachi mehandi. Mohd Abdul Waseem, the accused, was manufacturing the cheap, unsafe product for market supply, raising consumer safety concerns

Senior Congress leader and former minister Ramareddy Damodar Reddy passed away at the age of 73 at AIG Hospital in Hyderabad. A five-time MLA from Nalgonda district, he had represented Tungaturthi and Suryapet constituencies and served as IT Minister during YS Rajasekhara Reddy’s tenure.

Hyderabad-led study has revealed alarming changes in the gut microbiome of India’s wild tigers, linking pollutants and human interference to compromised digestive health. Researchers warn the shifts could affect tiger immunity, fitness, and conservation outcomes across major reserves

Hyderabad City Police Commissioner V.C. Sajjanar distributed wheelchairs to persons with disabilities at an event jointly organised by Vikalaangula Network, Freedom Association, Triple R Foundation, and NAMC Trust.

The BRS has accused the Congress-led Telangana government of betraying minorities and implementing the BJP’s Waqf Act amendments. Party leaders announced mosque protests on October 3 to highlight unfulfilled promises, including the Minority Declaration.

A seven-year-old girl, Sumaiya, went missing while visiting her grandmother’s house in Madannapet. Her body was found in a water tank on the terrace the next day. Both her hands were tied, and police are investigating the suspicious death

NCC Directorate of Andhra Pradesh & Telangana excelled at the All India Vayu Sainik Camp 2025 in Bengaluru, with a 38-cadet contingent competing in aviation and NCC events. CPL K. Udaya won bronze in Health & Hygiene

Telangana police booked 336 human trafficking cases in 2023, standing second in India. They rescued 626 persons, including 604 women. Anti-Human Trafficking Units continue raids against gangs, aiming to make the State free from human trafficking, says Women’s Wing official

Tanush, a man from Adraspalli in Ranga Reddy district, died after his speeding car overturned near Lingapur Thanda, Shamirpet. The vehicle hit a road median and flipped. Another passenger was injured. Shamirpet police have registered a case and begun investigation

India recorded 86,420 cybercrime cases in 2023, a sharp rise from previous years. Telangana ranked second with 18,236 cases. Hyderabad stood 2nd among metro cities. Despite high arrests, convictions were low—only 26 in Telangana, with 760 acquitted

Major General G Srinivas has taken over as Commandant of the College of Defence Management, Secunderabad. A seasoned Gunner Officer, he brings vast experience in operational logistics, joint planning, and defence leadership. He succeeds Lt Gen Harsh Chhibber

NIMS Hyderabad inaugurated three advanced physiotherapy devices worth Rs. 40 lakh, including Dynamometry, Foot Pressure Analysis System and Shortwave Diathermy. The equipment will aid treatment of diabetic foot care, sports injuries, arthritis, rehabilitation needs and chronic conditions, officials said

Silparamam, Madhapur, is hosting Navaratri, Bathukamma and Dasara celebrations along with a Saree Mela till October 5. The event features daily cultural performances by folk troupes from across India, showcasing dances like Kolatam, Bhangra, Songi Mukhavate, Ghedi Nrutya and more

A truck carrying a liquor consignment caught fire on Street No. 8 in Ramanthapur on Wednesday after overhead wires sparked flames. The driver escaped unhurt, liquor bottles were gutted, and police restored order as crowds tried to grab burning bottles

Burglars struck a house at Keerthi Homes in Bowrampet, Dundigal, on Tuesday night and stole 14 tolas of gold ornaments and Rs 20,000 in cash. CCTV footage captured two masked men. Dundigal police registered a case and are investigating

The DRI Hyderabad unit seized over 1,300 kg of ganja worth Rs 2.6 crore in Vijayawada. The drugs were hidden in a truck coming from Chhattisgarh. Three people, including the mastermind from Tamil Nadu, were arrested under the NDPS Act

Hyderabad Traffic Police has imposed diversions for Durga Matha idol immersions on October 1 from 3 PM to October 2, 6 AM. Several routes near Tank Bund and PVNR Marg will be restricted. Public is advised to take alternate roads

Hyderabad witnessed festive fervour on Wednesday as devotees thronged temples for Ayudha Puja and shopped at crowded markets for Vijayadasami. Traditional bazaars and malls alike were decorated, while pandals, temple committees and the Bengali community organised Navaratri puja and prasadam distribution.

Ahead of Dasara, Hyderabad's bus and train stations are packed as people travel to their hometowns. TGSRTC has added 7,754 special buses, while SCR runs extra trains. Despite the rush, the mood remains festive and energetic across stations

Senior IPS officer Charu Sinha has officially taken charge as the new Director General of the Anti-Corruption Bureau in Telangana. She promised to boost the fight against corruption, ensure transparent governance, and protect public interest across the state

Six young doctors, including four from Telangana and Andhra Pradesh, died by suicide in September, exposing severe stress and lack of institutional support in medical education. Experts urge reforms such as wellness centres, mentoring, and confidential psychiatric care to prevent further tragedies.

BRS leader KT Rama Rao visited Doctor Guard, a waterproofing solutions startup founded by nine youth from Borabanda inspired by his call to become job creators. He pledged to be their first customer and praised their determination to generate jobs and innovate.