Hyderabad

Nehru Zoological Park will soon establish a Biosafety Level-3 (BSL-3) laboratory, the first of its kind in southern India, enabling rapid diagnosis, post-mortem analysis, and research on zoonotic diseases, reducing dependence on external labs for animal health care.

The Congress’ Janahita Padayatra, led by AICC in-charge Meenakshi Natarajan, remains stalled with no clarity on its resumption. Internal disagreements and shifting leadership roles have added to the uncertainty, leaving party workers anxious over the programme’s future.

The IMD-Hyderabad has forecast light to moderate rain or thundershowers with 30–40 kmph gusty winds across all six city zones on Saturday. Authorities warned of waterlogging, traffic congestion, and drainage blockages, advising residents to limit outdoor movement.

HMWSSB continued operating Himayat Sagar’s floodgates for a third day on Saturday as inflows reached 500 cusecs. Osman Sagar levels also rose, while GHMC reported Hussain Sagar’s inflows and outflows, alerting low-lying areas to possible waterlogging risks.

Farmers in Rudrangi mandal, including women, were forced to wait until late night for urea supplies at the Rythu Seva Kendram. They alleged repeated delays over the past month and criticised the Congress government’s handling of fertiliser distribution.

Telangana Sports Minister V. Srihari urged transparency in admissions to sports schools and called for upgraded infrastructure, recruitment of coaches, and compulsory yoga and motivation classes during a high-level review meeting

Labour Minister G Vivek Venkatswamy and Hyderabad Incharge Minister Ponnam Prabhakar visited rain-affected Krishna Nagar, Yousufguda, and nearby areas. They assured residents that works to clear drains, reconstruct nalas, and prevent waterlogging will begin within a week

Chief Minister A Revanth Reddy emphasised the urgent need to rejuvenate the 55-km River Musi stretch as the key to effective flood management in Greater Hyderabad, urging immediate infrastructure upgrades amid rising rainfall and flood risks

A tourist couple from Hyderabad was allegedly assaulted by local bike rental operators at the Panaji bus stand in Goa following a dispute over extra rental charges. The man sustained head injuries, while his pregnant wife suffered facial swelling. Police are investigating

Following severe flooding in Gachibowli after heavy rains on August 7, HYDRAA Commissioner AV Ranganath visited Malkam Cheruvu to assess the situation. He identified inadequate drainage and recommended installing sluice gates to prevent future flooding.

Continuing its efforts to improve women's safety, the Cyberabad Women and Children Safety Wing arrested 33 individuals for harassing women in public during decoy operations conducted between August 3 and 8. The offenders were sent for mandatory behavioral counseling.

Hyderabad District Collector Harichandana Dasari inspected flood-affected Chaderghat following the release of surplus water from Himayatsagar reservoir into the Musi River due to heavy rainfall. Residents are urged to stay alert and report issues via helpline numbers

A drug abuse investigation at a private medical college in Hyderabad has exposed a student-led drug supply ring, with senior medicos allegedly introducing and supplying narcotics to their juniors. A raid by the Hyderabad Anti-Narcotics Bureau and EAGLE team in Medchal led to eight students testing positive for marijuana use.

A 25-year-old woman, Syeda Rabab Fathima, has been missing from Yakutpura since August 6. She was last seen at her mother’s house in Noorkhan Bazaar. Her phone is switched off, and Mirchowk police are investigating the case

India is set to celebrate Independence Day with ceremonies from the Red Fort to villages. The Centre has issued detailed plans, honouring everyday heroes and launching campaigns like tree plantations and cleanliness drives, ensuring nationwide participation in the festivities

Prolonged heavy rains have disrupted daily life in Hyderabad, flooding roads, stalling traffic, and affecting businesses. Many commuters missed long-distance trains due to severe jams. Citizens are now urging the government to extend metro timings to reduce monsoon-time inconvenience

KPHB police arrested K Shiva (41), a burglar from Andhra Pradesh, for his role in several house burglary cases in Hyderabad. Authorities recovered gold and silver ornaments linked to three thefts. He had spent the stolen money lavishly and is now in custody

Launch Girls and the Telangana Commissionerate of Collegiate Education have partnered to launch the Girl Boss Future Ready programme in 148 government degree colleges, aiming to empower thousands of young women with entrepreneurial skills and work-readiness for a successful transition into careers

When the woman’s brother arrived and questioned them, the trio allegedly abused and assaulted him

This project, initially conceived in 1983, is designed in such a way that the tunnel would have no intermediate access

Industries Minister D Sridhar Babu laid the foundation for Toshiba’s new transformer plant and inaugurated other units worth Rs 347 crore in Telangana. He highlighted the State’s rapid industrial growth and plans to attract more green energy investments

To celebrate World Photography Day, FTCCI is hosting an open photography contest, inviting photographers from all backgrounds to capture the essence of Telangana. With no entry fee and unlimited submissions allowed, the contest offers a chance to win exciting cash prizes.

BRS MLA Vemula Prashanth Reddy accused Chief Minister Revanth Reddy and the Congress of deceiving BCs through false promises on reservations. He said the Kamareddy BC Declaration was a political stunt and urged voters to reject Congress in future polls

A team of young women IPS officers in Hyderabad played key leadership roles in ensuring the peaceful and incident-free conduct of Bonalu and Muharram processions. Their efforts earned appreciation from citizens and senior police officials for effective coordination and law enforcement