Hyderabad

The southwest monsoon has advanced further into the Arabian Sea, Bay of Bengal, and Andaman region, and is expected to reach Keralam around May 26. Meanwhile, Hyderabad and Telangana continue to experience intense heat, with isolated rain forecast in some districts.

NIMS Director Prof Nagari Bheerappa appealed to the public not to believe rumours about an alleged kidney racket scam at the hospital. An outsourcing employee accused of taking money from a patient has been terminated, while Punjagutta police continue their investigation.

HCLTech has partnered with Red Hat to launch enterprise-grade AI infrastructure solutions aimed at accelerating AI adoption. Built on Red Hat AI Enterprise, the collaboration enables organisations to manage AI workloads efficiently across on-premises, cloud, and edge environments at scale.

Yashoda Hospitals–Secunderabad inaugurated the two-day Deccan Arthroplasty Summit 2026, bringing together over 500 orthopaedic experts to discuss advancements in robotic-assisted joint replacement surgery, trauma care, sports medicine, and arthroplasty, with live robotic hip and knee surgeries drawing major attention.

SWAN, along with Youth for Seva, Fountainhead Global School, and forest officials, conducted a clean-up drive at Narsapur Forest to remove plastic waste and spread awareness about responsible environmental practices, wildlife protection, and the dangers posed by littering in eco-sensitive zones.

The Telangana government has directed schools to submit anti-drug declarations confirming preventive and awareness measures on campuses. Intermediate students will also submit anti-drug undertakings from 2026–27 as part of efforts to curb substance abuse and promote safe educational environments.

TG EAPCET 2026 results will be declared on May 17 at around 11 am at JNTU-Hyderabad. Candidates from engineering, agriculture, and pharmacy streams can check their scores online through the official TG EAPCET website after the announcement.

BRS MLA D. Sudheer Reddy has demanded an SIT probe into alleged irregularities in Group-I recruitment and sought repeal of GO 29 and GO 46. He urged the Telangana government to release job notifications and address unemployment concerns among youth.

Hyderabad Police have launched an inquiry into an alleged social media smear campaign targeting Telangana High Court judge Justice Madhavi Devi. Cyber Crime and Task Force teams are coordinating to identify those responsible, following concerns raised during a POCSO case hearing.

Hyderabad Police have cautioned citizens against fake apps and websites offering discounted IPL tickets for the SRH vs RCB match at Uppal Stadium. Officials warned that scammers are targeting fans and stealing banking details through fraudulent online booking platforms.

Telangana DGP C.V. Anand announced an “effective policing” model combining strict enforcement and citizen-friendly policing. He outlined priorities including action against drugs, cybercrime and road safety, along with a new health programme for police personnel and major structural reforms.

Public health experts report a worrying rise in lung cancer cases among non-smokers, especially women, across southern India. Studies point to environmental pollution, household exposure and genetic susceptibility as key drivers, with Hyderabad recording one of the highest incidence rates.

A man from Bengaluru died after the two-wheeler he was travelling on as a pillion rider crashed into a road divider near Ibrahimpatnam on Saturday. The rider sustained injuries and is undergoing treatment. Police have registered a case and launched an investigation.

The Telangana High Court has reserved orders on the anticipatory bail plea of Bandi Sai Bageerath in a POCSO case registered at Petbasheerabad police station. Justice T Madhavi Devi heard arguments late into the night, with counsels citing Supreme Court and High Court precedents.

AIMIM president Asaduddin Owaisi has sharply criticized the Madhya Pradesh High Court’s order declaring the Bhojshala-Kamal Maula mosque complex a temple, drawing parallels with the Supreme Court’s Babri Masjid verdict.

BRS women leaders staged a protest in Hyderabad demanding the arrest of Bandi Sai Bageerath in a POCSO case and sought Union Minister Bandi Sanjay’s resignation.

Chief Minister A. Revanth Reddy said Bandi Sai Bhageerath, son of Union Minister Bandi Sanjay Kumar and accused in a POCSO case, was absconding. He defended the police action, stressing that procedures had to be followed carefully in sensitive cases, especially involving minors.

Indira Priyadarshini Government Degree College for Women, Nampally, organised its Education Week Alumni Meet‑2026 as part of Praja Palana and Pragathi Palana.

A nine-year-old girl who went missing during a family function in Hyderabad was reunited with her mother within hours, thanks to prompt police action.

Sigma Advanced Systems has secured an export order worth USD 11.4 million (Rs 107 crore) from a North American customer to supply filled fuzes for 155 mm artillery shells.

Telangana Chief Minister A Revanth Reddy has reiterated his commitment to the Musi river rejuvenation project, warning that encroachments near water bodies will be demolished without hesitation.

Central Bank of India organised Corporate Customers’ Meet and Exporters’ Meet in Hyderabad to strengthen engagement with key industries. Senior officials interacted with corporates and exporters, highlighting customised financial solutions and innovative banking products to support industrial growth and export-oriented businesses.

A minor fire broke out in an empty coach of the Hyderabad–Jaipur Special Train at Hyderabad railway station on Friday evening before departure. Railway officials brought the fire under control quickly, with no injuries reported. The cause of the incident is under investigation.

GHMC Commissioner R V Karnan inspected the Census House Listing Operation in Shamshabad and reviewed field-level implementation at Enumeration Blocks 83 and 94. He directed officials to ensure complete household coverage, accurate data collection and timely completion of the exercise by June 9.