Hyderabad

The Anti-Corruption Bureau (ACB) officials on Wednesday caught two officials of the commercial tax department red handed when they allegedly demanded and accepted a bribe of Rs. 50,000.

The Madhapur police registered a case against Srinivas who had excavated earth to construct a cellar and lay foundation for a building that eventually led to the tilting of an adjoining building at Siddiqnagar on Tuesday evening.

The High Court has disposed a batch of writ petitions filed by landowners in Patelguda Village in Ameenpur who alleged that officials from the HYDRAA demolished their properties, accusing them of encroaching upon government land in Survey No.12, without proper notice or survey.

This model aims to maximize financial gains from sediment management activities. On Wednesday, the government issued a GO stating that the initiative would align with the National Framework for Sediment Management Guidelines by the Ministry of Jal Shakti, Government of India. The state policy for desilting operations will focus on major and medium projects that have been losing storage capacity annually due to sedimentation.

Seven Indian Police Service (IPS) officers working in Telangana are all set to retire from the service in next year.

After assuming power, the Congress government announced plans to modify the Telangana Thalli statue and the State emblem. The move sparked controversy, with many questioning its necessity. In response, the government formed a cabinet subcommittee to gather suggestions from various groups and provide recommendations.

During the meeting, the UGC chairman addressed doubts regarding the NEP and provided suggestions for reforming the State's agricultural university. He also assured support for constructing a girls' hostel block on the university campus in Rajendra Nagar. During the meeting, the UGC chairman addressed doubts regarding the NEP and provided suggestions for reforming the State's agricultural university. He also assured support for constructing a girls' hostel block on the university campus in Rajendra Nagar.

In a press release, Cyberabad police warned commuters of potential traffic congestion on Friday between 9 am and 12 pm due to President Droupadi Murmu's visit.

The annual gold medal will be funded through the interest earned on this deposit. Prof. Kumar thanked Lakshmaiah for his generous contribution as a proud alumnus, aimed at motivating students. The Vice-Chancellor confirmed that the gold medal will be awarded beginning with the next convocation.

Tirumala Tirupati Devasthanams (TTD) chairman BR Naidu met BRS working president KT Rama Rao at his residence in Nandinagar, Hyderabad on Wednesday in a courtesy call. During the meeting, Rama Rao felicitated Naidu and presented him with a shawl and memento.

The association emphasized that, in line with the Supreme Court's verdict on "equal pay for equal work," employees in KGBVs and URS should receive the basic pay for their respective posts. Additionally, it demanded an annual increment of ₹1,000 for KGBV staff.

The Brewers Association of India (BAI) have urged the Telangana government to immediately allow price increases to beer companies to duly compensate for inflation

To improve pass rates in the Class X examinations, several government and local body schools across the state have started special evening classes without providing snacks, leaving students to attend the sessions on an empty stomach. After regular class hours from 9 am to 4:15 pm, the schools hold additional sessions lasting one to one and a half hours to help students prepare for their exams, aiming for a 100% pass rate.

The traffic police urged citizens to note the "need-based travel restrictions" and plan their journeys accordingly.

Extreme cold can cause hypothermia, injuries, and even death if precautions are not taken. The advisory urges that anyone noticing symptoms such as shivering, exhaustion, confusion, fumbling hands, memory loss, slurred speech, drowsiness, or infants with cold skin, bright red color, and low energy should seek immediate medical attention.

The interaction at the Cultural Center became a memorable experience as the young scouts and guides witnessed the President's remarkable humility and warmth. The four students, selected from Classes 1 to 10 through activities that tested their physical and mental endurance, resilience, teamwork, and leadership, were given the opportunity to meet the President.

The Kennel Club of India Championship Dog Show and the Indian Cat Club Cat Show, featuring the best dogs and cats from across the country, will be held soon. The event will include a Top 10 Breed Awards competition, showcasing popular breeds like German Shepherds, Labradors, Golden Retrievers, and Shih Tzus, in a specialty-style format, according to a press release.

The Civil Supplies Corporation, responsible for the food security program under the National Food Security Act (NFSA), has proposed starting the distribution of fine rice on Ugadi, the Telugu New Year, on March 30, 2025. This proposal is currently awaiting approval from the State government.

Police reported that a group of workers was cleaning the boiler when a sudden fire broke out, likely caused by some solvents. Anil (43) suffered fatal injuries and died at the scene, while three other workers with burn injuries were rushed to a private hospital, where they are receiving treatment.

Police reported that the fire broke out at an apparel shop on Attapur Road in the afternoon. Workers initially tried to move consignments out of the shop but fled upon realizing the intensity of the flames. Within minutes, the property was completely reduced to ashes.

Shikha Goel, Director of TGSCB, revealed that fraudsters were distributing APK files via fake links to ‘PM-KISAN’ and ‘PM YOJANA’ apps on WhatsApp. Clicking these links prompts the download of an application that hacks the phone, potentially leading to financial losses.

Such misleading claims violate the Drugs and Magic Remedies (Objectionable Advertisements) Act, 1954, which prohibits advertising specific drugs for treating certain diseases and disorders, DG TSDCA V B Kamalasan Reddy stated in a press release on Wednesday.

The High Court on Wednesday sharply criticized police officials over the arrest of former Kodangal MLA Patnam Narender Reddy in connection with the Lagacherla incident. The court raised serious concerns about the manner in which the arrest was carried out, particularly asking whether the police considered Reddy to be a 'terrorist' given the circumstances of his detention.

The TSDCA conducted a raid at the premises of Md Gulam Rasool in Chowdarpally village, Gandeed mandal, Mahabubnagar district, where 49 varieties of medicines were illegally stocked, and he was found practicing medicine without proper qualifications. Similarly, the DCA officials raided the premises of another unqualified practitioner, Mohammed Khaja Moinuddin, in Sugur village, Pebbair mandal, Wanaparthy district, seizing 38 varieties of medicines that were unlawfully stored for sale.