Hyderabad

BRS working president KT Rama Rao has accused the Congress government of stalling the construction of key super-speciality hospitals conceptualised by former CM K Chandrashekhar Rao, urging the government to prioritise their completion to ensure accessible healthcare in Telangana.

Vikas Chand, a Hyderabad resident, was reportedly swept into the sea at Puri while bathing on Saturday. Despite immediate rescue efforts by lifeguards, the man remains missing. He had come along with his wife, son, and a group of friends.

In Medipally, Hyderabad, a 22-year-old pregnant woman was allegedly killed by her husband, who dismembered her body and kept it in a bag. Neighbours discovered the gruesome scene, and police have taken the husband into custody. Investigation is ongoing.

Smriti Mandhana launched the Girls Cricket Academy at Suchitra Academy in Hyderabad, praising the initiative as a platform for young women cricketers, while urging players to enjoy the journey and remain humble

Telangana Congress has formed a four-member Ministers’ committee to explore extending 42 percent reservations to Backward Classes. The panel, reviewing legal provisions while the matter is in the Supreme Court, is expected to submit its report by August 26

M Vihaan and Yashashree Sil clinched the boys’ and girls’ under-11 singles titles at the Telangana State-ranking table tennis tournament, winning their respective finals at All Bahadur Stadium, Hyderabad

Top seed Rounak Chouhan defeated Ansh Negi in a three-game thriller to reach the men’s singles final at the India Junior International Series, with Shriyanshi, Aikya, and others also advancing

Hyderabad’s Nehru Zoological Park is set to expand its conservation breeding programmes to Indian Wolves, Dholes, Gaurs, Otters and Four-Horned Antelopes. Building on its mouse deer success, the zoo will seek CZA approval to scale up wildlife conservation efforts.

Hyderabad’s Nehru Zoological Park has successfully bred Indian Wolves for the first time, with five pups born recently. The milestone adds to nearly 40 animal births this year, as the zoo expands conservation and introduces new bloodlines to prevent inbreeding

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