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Public health experts have sounded an alarm over counterfeit Abhayrab rabies vaccines linked to batch KE25012, urging patients vaccinated on or after November 7, 2025, to verify authenticity with healthcare providers. The CDSCO seized spurious vials from an unlicensed premises in Delhi, with Indian Immunologicals confirming multiple packaging discrepancies.
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BRS chief K Chandrashekhar Rao has called for a statewide “water war” against the Congress government, accusing it of neglecting irrigation and drinking water projects. He directed BRS legislators to raise water, unemployment, education and governance issues during the Assembly session
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Hyderabad is experiencing a hot and muggy spell despite rain in parts of the city. The IMD expects temperatures to remain around 32-33°C with high humidity through September 12, while thunderstorms and isolated showers are forecast across parts of Telangana.
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Malkajgiri Municipal Corporation has identified 40 Ganesh immersion centres across three zones and arranged cranes, swimmers, boats and safety equipment. More than 1,300 sanitation workers will provide round-the-clock services, while teams will manage waste along procession routes and immersion sites.
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Chief Secretary Sanjay Jaju has directed Metro Rail and RTC officials to introduce joint daily and monthly passes for Hyderabad commuters. He also inspected Metro stations and HMDA corridors and asked officials to expedite road-widening works for the Old City Metro corridor.
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Hyderabad is set to host one of the country’s largest data centres with a 1-GW capacity, promising a major technology push and thousands of jobs. However, the project has triggered concerns over its massive electricity and water requirements, with experts warning of environmental strain in a city already facing resource challenges.
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Tahreek Muslim Shabban has announced a two-month campaign seeking greater transparency in the Telangana State Wakf Board’s functioning and increased Muslim representation in government. It also plans to seek details of Waqf assets and examine pending property-related cases.
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More than 250 orthopaedic surgeons attended AAS 2026 in Jubilee Hills, where experts discussed joint replacement, arthroscopy, trauma, spine surgery and other specialties. Doctors also cautioned that platelet-rich plasma should not be considered a proven cure for severe osteoarthritis.
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Two groups clashed at a Jubilee Hills pub around 2 am on Sunday, triggering panic among customers and damaging the premises. Police booked both sides, identified around 20 persons for further investigation and registered a separate case against the management.
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Manasa Institute of Child Health & Disability Studies hosted a Teachers’ Day seminar highlighting the role of special educators in identifying and nurturing every child’s potential. Speakers stressed individualised support, while celebrating teachers, therapists, parents and caregivers supporting children.
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The NMC and Union Health Ministry have warned patients against unverified stem cell therapies for conditions including autism, cancer and neurological disorders. Fresh guidelines restrict routine clinical use to approved conditions and say offering unapproved treatments outside research settings may constitute professional misconduct
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The Commissioner’s Task Force and Adibatla police raided a farmhouse where cockfight betting was allegedly being organised and apprehended 22 persons. Police seized cash, 31 roosters, knives, smartphones and vehicles worth an estimated Rs.35 lakh
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Dhoolpet is bustling with activity ahead of Ganesh Chaturthi, with artisans completing idols of various sizes for destinations across Telangana and neighbouring States. Meanwhile, police and civic authorities are preparing security, crowd-management and immersion arrangements for the festivities.
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An unidentified man was killed after being hit by a car on the ORR near Narsingi on Sunday. Four occupants of the car escaped unhurt. Police and emergency teams reached the spot, while efforts are underway to identify the deceased.
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Seven persons were injured after a DCM vehicle hit an Activa and subsequently collided with other vehicles near Inorbit Mall Road in Madhapur on Saturday night. The injured were shifted to nearby hospitals, while police registered a case.
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A 40-year-old lineman died after suffering an electric shock while attending to a power fault at Nandi Hills in Meerpet. Police said he had climbed an electric pole after switching off the transformer, but power reportedly continued in the line.
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A mega job mela will be held in Shaikpet on September 10, offering employment opportunities across IT, pharma, healthcare, education and banking. Candidates with SSC qualification and above can attend, with preliminary interviews scheduled at the venue.
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Indian Consul General Dr E Vishnuvardhan Reddy urged the Telugu workforce in the UAE to enhance skills, pursue career growth and consider entrepreneurship. Addressing Telugu NRIs in Dubai, he also stressed preserving Telangana's cultural heritage and strengthening community welfare
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GHMC Commissioner RV Karnan recalled how discussing the green bee-eater during his 2007 IFS interview became a memorable moment in his career. A keen birdwatcher, Karnan also shared his experiences of birding across India at the Hyderabad Bird Atlas event
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Telangana has invited bids from private Charge Point Operators for 369 public EV charging stations, including 200 in Hyderabad and 169 under TGNPDCL jurisdiction. Selected operators will handle installation, maintenance and commercial management for 10 years, with subsidy support available
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Telangana Chief Electoral Officer C Sudharshan Reddy has sought a three-week extension of the ongoing Special Intensive Revision of electoral rolls. The request could push final voter list publication to late November or early December, from the scheduled October 19 date
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Speculation over a Telangana cabinet expansion and portfolio reshuffle has intensified, with senior and younger Congress MLAs lobbying for ministerial berths. The leadership faces a balancing act involving regional, community and age considerations while accommodating competing aspirants
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BRS leader T Harish Rao has criticised the Telangana government over pending fee reimbursement dues, alleging that students are being denied certificates and consequently missing job and higher-education opportunities. He demanded immediate payment of dues to eligible beneficiaries
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The BRS has challenged the Congress government in Telangana to dissolve the Assembly and face mid-term elections, questioning its achievements and unfulfilled promises. Party leaders also criticised the government over irrigation, welfare schemes and alleged neglect of Nalgonda district
