Hyderabad

Nirvi performed each chess opening trap with perfect clarity and speed, seamlessly moving between more than 50 different chess setups, a press release said.

Telangana is facing a rainfall deficit in 10 districts, with paddy sowing at just 8.02% of the normal area. Though maize and cotton show better progress, the Kharif season remains uncertain with limited rainfall forecast in the coming weeks

Despite a Central advisory prohibiting mandatory collection of mobile numbers, Hyderabad retailers continue to insist on them during billing. Consumers face unsolicited promotions and privacy breaches, while the Telangana Consumer Affairs Department has yet to implement the advisory effectively.

TG EdCET 2025 admissions for two-year BEd programs start July 21. Certificate verification for special quotas is from July 23–26. Web options are open August 4–6, with seat allotment on August 9. Classes begin tentatively on August 18

Two men were arrested in Hyderabad's Tolichowki for illegal possession of deer meat and horns. Police seized the items and handed them to forest officials. Authorities are investigating possible wildlife trade and violations of the Wildlife Protection Act

Union Bank of India held a Suraksha Saturation and Awareness Camp at Munchintala, Rangareddy, with over 300 attendees. Sanction letters worth Rs. 50 crore were distributed, and 15 stalls showcased financial products under a nationwide financial inclusion campaign

More Indian students are choosing US universities for green degrees in sustainability, renewable energy, and environmental policy. These programs offer global skills and hands-on learning, helping students lead India’s green transition and tackle climate change challenges with practical, real-world solutions

Sanjay Kumar Srivastava has taken charge as General Manager, South Central Railway. A 1988 IRSE officer, he previously served at CORE and RDSO and has contributed to key innovations in civil engineering and advanced rail technologies

A four-year-old boy accidentally drowned in an uncovered sump while playing near his home in Hafeezpet, Miyapur. The child’s body was discovered by his parents and rushed to hospital, where he was declared dead. Police have begun an investigation.

Hyderabad’s Banjara Hills Police recovered 67 lost or stolen mobile phones using the CEIR portal and returned them to their owners. Citizens are urged to report lost devices through CEIR to prevent misuse and ensure faster recovery.

Senior Telangana leader A.P. Jithender Reddy was elected unopposed as Treasurer of the Constitution Club of India. The development is seen as recognition of his integrity and leadership, with expectations of transparency and fiscal discipline in the Club’s administration.

Four construction workers from Odisha were injured when part of an RCC slab roof collapsed at an under-construction building at Anurag University, Medchal. Two workers are reportedly critical. Police have launched an investigation into the cause of the accident.

A body handed over for Kumara Swamy’s funeral was found to be someone else’s, sparking confusion in Warangal. Authorities later confirmed Kumara Swamy was alive and undergoing treatment. The deceased, a railway accident victim, remains unidentified. Probe is underway.

Jubilee Hills police denied allegations of assaulting a minor in a privacy invasion case, calling them baseless and misleading. The minor was accused of attempted voyeurism, and the investigation was completed lawfully. Police suspect the complaint was made to mislead the public.

Two leopards were reportedly sighted on the premises of the Research Centre Imarat (RCI) in Balapur, Hyderabad, causing panic among residents. Forest officials and police are verifying CCTV footage, while the RCI school urged parents to keep children indoors.

Deputy Chief Minister said the Telangana government would introduce Rohith Vemula law shortly and the law department was already working on drafting a foolproof piece of legislation.

After BJP leadership okayed his resignation, the Goshamahal MLA said he will always work with dedication and honesty for Hindutva, nationalism and Sanathan Dharma

Hima Teja, Sai Vikas, Avanish Rao and Yash Gupta hit centuries in the HCA two-day league. Multiple close contests unfolded across divisions, with standout performances and bowling efforts deciding outcomes

The Jogulamba Gadwal DEO issued show-cause notices to 36 school headmasters for failing to record student attendance via the FRS app. While 36 schools had under 40 per cent attendance, five didn’t update records at all. Disciplinary action may follow

Foundation stones were laid on Friday for new footpaths in Tolichowki and CC roads across several city areas. Ministers inaugurated completed roads and kicked off Rs 5.12 crore worth of infrastructure works, including sports and community spaces under Shaikpet flyover

Starting next year, the Telangana Board of Intermediate Education has decided to issue a memorandum of marks certificate, which is made using tear-proof and waterproof material, making it durable for lifetime. It will also come with QR code, making it easy for verification

The State government has sanctioned Rs 85 lakh as ex-gratia to the families of the 17 victims who died in the Gulzar Houz fire accident on May 18. The amount will be disbursed through the Chief Minister Relief Fund

Cyberabad SOT and Rajendranagar police arrested a six-member interstate drug gang, including a woman, and seized 109 kgs of marijuana, two cars and Rs 6,000 in cash. The gang was smuggling ganja from Odisha to Pune via Hyderabad