Hyderabad

KPHB police arrested two unqualified technicians at MedQuest Diagnostic Centre after a woman died during a CT scan last year. The DMHO found their certificates to be fake. Authorities suspect negligence, as the patient developed complications following a dye contrast injection.

Saidabad police arrested Sai Charan, the driver accused of a hit-and-run that killed motorcyclist Sunil Kumar on Champapet Road. The car dragged the motorcycle for about 50 metres. Charan was arrested four days after the incident while he was absconding.

Hyundai Motor India Limited (HMIL) has announced its foray into the commercial mobility sector with the launch of Prime HB and Prime SD, two purpose-built taxi models. HMIL said the launch underscores Hyundai’s commitment to hassle-free ownership in the commercial segment.

South Central Railway operated 209 special trains between January 7 and 18 to manage the Sankranti travel rush. SCR carried about one crore passengers, nearly 10 lakh more than last year, and strengthened crowd control, ticketing and security arrangements across major stations.

Over 200 contract and outsourcing healthcare workers staged a protest at ESIC Hospital, Nacharam, demanding release of salaries pending for five months. Workers blamed delays in fund release and lapses by outsourcing agencies for the crisis.

The Hyderabad Literary Festival 2026 will be held from January 24 to 26 at Hitec City, featuring literature, climate conversations and music. Governor Jishnu Dev Varma will inaugurate the event, with Nobel laureate Kailash Satyarthi as guest of honour.

A major fire broke out in a provision store at the Monda Market area in Secunderabad on Wednesday evening. No casualties were reported. Fire officials suspect a short circuit, and swift action prevented the blaze from spreading to nearby shops.

A mega job fair will be held on January 24 at Gulzar Function Hall, Hyderabad, offering employment opportunities across multiple sectors. Candidates with SSC qualification can attend free interviews conducted on the spot. Work-from-home options will also be available.

Chinmaya Mission will celebrate its Amrit Mahotsav in Hyderabad on January 24 and 25, marking 75 years of spiritual, educational and social service. The event will honour founder Swami Chinmayananda and the Mission’s global contributions.

Medchal police arrested three drug peddlers and seven consumers during a late-night raid and seized ganja and hashish oil. The accused allegedly sourced the drugs from Andhra Pradesh. A case has been registered under the NDPS Act.

Residential property registrations in Hyderabad fell by 2 per cent in 2025, but the total value rose 11 per cent to Rs 52,351 crore, driven by strong demand for premium homes priced above Rs 1 crore, according to Knight Frank India.

A Reddit post showing what appeared to be an aircraft inside Hyderabad’s BHEL Stadium on Google Maps sparked curiosity online. Users explained that the image captured a plane mid-flight, a common satellite imaging effect caused by fast-moving objects.

A Kondapur businessman was allegedly cheated of around Rs 1.03 crore by a cyber fraudster posing as a US-based stockbroker. The suspect used a WhatsApp group and a fake trading app to lure the victim with promises of high returns.

Cyberabad Police have started registering FIRs at victims’ homes in select cases to reduce inconvenience. The initiative was implemented in a Dundigal burglary case, with police recording the complaint on-site and handing over the FIR immediately.

The ACB conducted raids at multiple locations linked to suspended Hanumakonda Deputy Collector Venkat Reddy, allegedly uncovering disproportionate assets worth Rs 8.30 crore. Cash and property documents were seized as part of an ongoing investigation.

Doctors at Gandhi Hospital successfully performed a complex heart surgery on a 25-year-old woman with Bardet-Biedl syndrome. Despite multiple health complications, the high-risk procedure corrected a heart defect and leaking valve, saving her life.

A 27-year-old cattle feed trader from Choutuppal allegedly died by suicide after suffering heavy financial losses through online betting. Police said repeated debts and mounting pressure may have driven him to take the extreme step. A case has been registered.

The long-accepted ‘8×8’ water rule is now considered outdated, with Indian nutrition experts stressing personalised hydration. ICMR-NIN guidelines recommend higher fluid intake based on climate, lifestyle and activity, urging people to rely on thirst cues rather than rigid targets.

A eight-year-old boy was killed after an Army truck allegedly rammed into a two-wheeler at the RK Puram flyover in Neredmet on Wednesday. The child’s mother was seriously injured and is undergoing treatment at a private hospital.

Entry-level hiring in digital marketing continues to gain momentum, with agencies leading volumes and brands offering higher pay, according to Kraftshala’s Digital Marketing Hiring Trends Report 2025. Skills, analytics and AI adoption are expected to shape hiring in 2026.

The detailed schedule for TG EAPCET 2026 is expected by late January or early February. The Telangana Council of Higher Education has already announced CET dates, with engineering, agriculture and pharmacy entrance tests scheduled between May 4 and 11.

BRS working president K.T. Rama Rao condemned the alleged assault on Alampur MLA Vijayudu by Congress MP Mallu Ravi during a public event, calling it an attack on democracy and demanding an apology and action from the Revanth Reddy government.

BRS working president K.T. Rama Rao termed the suicide of three farmers in a single day as alarming, blaming the Congress government for agrarian distress. He demanded Rs 25 lakh ex gratia for each family and flagged policy failures.

A speeding car overturned on the Begumpet flyover in Hyderabad on Wednesday morning, disrupting traffic. Three passengers sustained injuries and were hospitalised. Police suspect rash driving and have launched an investigation into the incident.