Hyderabad

In a first-of-its-kind procedure in the Telugu-speaking states, Yashoda Hospital, Hyderabad, successfully performed a 3D-printed titanium talus bone replacement on a 38-year-old businessman from Karimnagar. The innovative surgery, led by Dr. Sunil Dachepalli, addressed a collapsed ankle bone caused by a previous injury.

Hylenr, a clean energy innovator focused on Low Energy Nuclear Reactions (LENR), has appointed renewable energy expert Jeff Tolnar to its board. His leadership is expected to guide the company’s shift from R&D to productisation and global market expansion

Renowned Hasya Avadhani Shankara Narayana was honoured by the Wonder Book of Records for performing 550 Hasya Avadhanams over 27 years. At Tyagaraya Gana Sabha, he was recognised for his contribution to humour, including a 25-hour nonstop public performance

Hyderabad is preparing for Milad-un-Nabi with blood donation camps, food distribution drives, and the Seerah Expo at Chaderghat. Religious meetings and processions have been postponed to next weekend in view of Ganesh idol immersion scheduled on Saturday

All wine and toddy shops in Rachakonda Police Commissionerate (except Bhongir zone) will remain closed from 6 AM Saturday to 6 PM Sunday due to Ganesh idol immersion. The police have warned of strict action against any violations of this order

A 30-year-old Nigerian national, Ali Enuke Fortunatus Akudinanwa alias Fortune, was deported from Hyderabad for overstaying his visa. Previously involved in drug cases and working as a DJ, he was found illegally residing and was deported with FRRO assistance

BRS MLC Dasoju Sravan criticised both Centre and State for denying BC reservations in premier law universities, including NALSAR. He said despite National BC Commission’s 2020 directive, quotas were not implemented. BRS submitted a letter to Education Minister Dharmendra Pradhan

Excise officials in Malkajgiri arrested three persons, Kishore, Shiva and Akhil, for selling ganja. Kishore allegedly brought 2.2 kilograms of ganja from Maharashtra and, with his associates, was searching for customers when they were nabbed. A case was registered.

The 11th edition of iPHEX 2025 is being held on Sept 4–5 at Bharat Mandapam, New Delhi. Organised by Pharmexcil, the global pharma expo hosts 700 plus Indian exporters and 500 delegates from 120 plus countries, highlighting India’s pharmaceutical leadership

IIIT-Hyderabad played a key role in building ‘Adi Vaani’, India’s first AI-powered translator for tribal languages. Supporting Santali, Bhili, Mundari, and Gondi, it uses neural translation and speech tools to bridge communication gaps and preserve tribal heritage

DRDO’s DMRL in Hyderabad transferred advanced defence materials technologies to BHEL, JSPL, and SAIL, including Radomes and high-strength steels for missiles and naval applications. DRDO also signed an MoU with the Aircraft Accident Investigation Bureau for technical support

Hyderabad residents can witness a rare total lunar eclipse or ‘Blood Moon’ on September 7, starting at 8:58 PM. The red moon phase will begin around 11 PM and last till 12:22 AM. The full eclipse ends at 2:25 AM

The ACB trapped Nalgonda District Fisheries Officer M Charitha Reddy while accepting a Rs 20,000 bribe to approve new members in a fisheries cooperative society. She was arrested and produced before a Hyderabad court. The case is under investigation

A 57-year-old Hyderabad woman nearly died after a betel nut slipped into her airway during sleep. She was rushed to Kamineni Hospitals with severe breathing distress. Doctors removed the object via bronchoscopy, saving her life despite multiple pre-existing health conditions

Auxiliary Nurse Midwives (ANMs) across Telangana staged a protest at the Health Commissioner's office in Koti, demanding regularisation of their jobs, fair pay, and job security. They accused the government of ignoring election promises and creating unrealistic work expectations

The final darshan of the 69-ft Khairatabad Ganesh drew record crowds, with 25 lakh devotees visiting the pandal. Immersion preparations begin Friday, with a Shobha Yatra at 6 am on September 6 and completion planned by noon at Hussain Sagar

Union Home Minister Amit Shah will visit Hyderabad on September 6 to attend the Ganesh immersion procession and address the crowd at Mozamjahi Market. He will also inaugurate an exhibition and lay the foundation for the SSB’s 28th battalion HQ

Public health experts and anti-tobacco activists have criticised the GST Council’s decision to cut GST on bidis from 28% to 18%, even as taxes on cigarettes and cigars were raised to 40%. Experts warn this undermines India’s tobacco control efforts.

A woman farmer, Mannemma, collapsed while waiting in a long queue for urea at Tileru PACS in Narayanpet on Thursday. She was rushed to hospital and is stable. Meanwhile, officials began applying indelible ink to farmers to curb repeat entries.

Ahead of Chief Minister A Revanth Reddy’s visit to flood-affected Kamareddy, several BRS leaders including Gampa Goverdhan and Jajula Surender were placed under house arrest. Police action came amid BRS criticism over the CM’s delayed ground visit after last week’s aerial survey.

The GST Council, led by Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman, slashed taxes on daily essentials and packaged foods ahead of the festive season. UHT milk, paneer, parathas, biscuits, chocolates, dry fruits, and dairy products now attract lower or nil GST, boosting consumption outlook

A 23-year-old man, Saif alias Royal Saif, was stabbed multiple times following an argument at Attapur in Rajendranagar, Hyderabad, on Wednesday night. He is undergoing treatment at Osmania General Hospital. Police have registered a case and launched a manhunt.

The Enforcement Directorate (ED) arrested Aryan Singh, COO of Capital Protection Force Pvt Ltd, in connection with a Rs 792 crore Falcon invoice discounting scam. Investigations revealed Singh colluded with mastermind Amardeep Kumar, diverted funds, and personally gained Rs 2.88 crore.

Hyderabad’s Akshaya Reddy Varakantham won gold in set two and overall silver at the CISCE Archery Nationals in Kochi. The Future Kids School archer has consistently finished on the podium since childhood