Hyderabad

The Hyderabad Metropolitan Water Supply and Sewerage Board on Sunday lifted the Himayat Sagar floodgates for the first time this monsoon, releasing 1,000 cusecs of surplus water following heavy rainfall in upstream areas. Officials said inflows are being monitored closely, with alerts issued to civic and district agencies to remain vigilant downstream.

Skipper Tanmay Agarwal's brilliant 133 off 61 balls guided EIPL & eleve Karimnagar Diamonds to their first victory of the TG20 season, as they defeated Warangal Warriors by two runs despite fighting half-centuries from Rishiket Sisodia and Bhavesh Seth

The Badminton Association of India has launched the 50-day countdown to the BWF World Championships 2026 in New Delhi. The tournament will feature players from more than 55 countries, marking its return to India after 17 years and its first staging in the national capital

The Congress government faces criticism over conflicting deadlines for the completion of the Srisailam Left Bank Canal project, with Ministers announcing different timelines. Chief Minister A Revanth Reddy sought to end the confusion by assuring completion before the 2029 Assembly elections.

The Hyderabad Traffic Police have announced diversions and road closures from Sunday until July 1 for the construction of the Saidabad elevated corridor. Commuters have been advised to avoid the Nalgonda X Road–DMRL Junction stretch and use designated alternative routes.

Minimum temperatures dipped across Telangana, with Mahabubnagar recording the state's lowest at 22.2 degrees Celsius. The IMD continued its seven-day yellow warning, forecasting heavy rainfall, thunderstorms, lightning and gusty winds across several districts, including Hyderabad, over the coming days

BRS working president KT Rama Rao visited the family of Telangana martyr Yadi Reddy and assured continued support. He said the sacrifices of Telangana martyrs would never be forgotten and promised healthcare assistance to Yadi Reddy's family on behalf of the BRS

BRS working president KT Rama Rao praised Hyderabad-based BluJ Aero for unveiling its second-generation eVTOL prototype. The T-Hub-incubated startup is developing hydrogen-electric and battery-powered VTOL aircraft for short-distance passenger and cargo transport without relying on conventional airport infrastructure

Despite intensified enforcement by the Civil Supplies Department, PDS rice smuggling syndicates allegedly continue operating across Hyderabad with political patronage and official support, sources claim. Authorities fear the organised network could expand into other forms of organised crime if left unchecked.

The Telangana Gazetted Junior Lecturers Association has urged the State government to extend the breakfast and mid-day meal scheme to all government junior colleges. It also sought early implementation of increments, probation declarations for the 2023 batch and improvements in college infrastructure.

A 20-year-old man from Mankhal in Pahadishareef died by suicide on Sunday. Police said his family told investigators he had been distressed after they could not immediately buy him a motorcycle as a birthday gift due to financial constraints.

The Railway Protection Force has installed solar-powered CCTV cameras at three vulnerable locations in the Secunderabad railway division to curb stone-pelting, vandalism and trespassing. The surveillance system will aid investigations, enhance passenger safety and may be expanded to other sensitive locations.

A 52-year-old car driver from Borabanda died by suicide on Sunday. Family members claimed he had been under stress over the Special Intensive Revision of the electoral rolls. Police registered a case and are investigating the circumstances surrounding the death.

Hydraa, in coordination with civic bodies, cleaned clogged stormwater drains and sewer lines across GHMC, CMC and MMC as part of monsoon preparedness. DRF teams removed truckloads of waste, cleared the blocked Aghapura nala and restored the free flow of floodwater at key locations.

A 22-year-old security guard, Upender Singh, died after allegedly falling from a residential building in Banjara Hills early Sunday. Police suspect he slipped from the terrace while under the influence of alcohol. A case has been registered and an investigation is underway.

At least three people were injured after a mob of around 40-to-50-armed men allegedly attacked a housewarming ceremony in Devender Nagar Colony, Boduppal, early Sunday. Police deployed additional personnel, registered a case and launched an investigation into the incident.

A 12-year-old boy, identified as Charan from Rajiv Gandhi Nagar in Nizampet, drowned while swimming in Bachupally Lake on Sunday. Bachupally police shifted the body to Gandhi Hospital for post-mortem and registered a case to investigate the circumstances surrounding the incident.

The annual Strawberry Moon will be visible over Telangana on June 29, offering skywatchers a chance to witness a golden-orange full moon. The event also marks the year's final micromoon, with the best viewing expected between 7.30 pm and 8.30 pm.

Two people were killed and six others critically injured after a car reportedly suffered a tyre burst, became airborne and landed on two oncoming vehicles near Gundrampally on the Hyderabad–Vijayawada National Highway, causing a major traffic disruption.

The BRS has continued to raise the issue of Sigachi blast victims, demanding compensation and action against those responsible. Former Minister Harish Rao and party leaders have supported victims' families and are planning a protest on June 30.

Minimum temperatures continued to fall across Telangana, with Mahabubnagar recording the state's lowest at 22.2 degrees Celsius. Hyderabad is expected to witness scattered intense thunderstorms, while isolated thunderstorms are forecast for several districts due to high heat

Former Vijayawada MP Kesineni Nani has urged Chief Minister A. Revanth Reddy to intervene against TDP MP Kesineni Sivanath, alleging an attempt to encroach upon 112.72 acres of government land at Shamshiguda and seeking legal and administrative action.

For many tribal children in Telangana, learning Hindi means navigating four languages at once—making a compelling case for mother tongue-based learning

Telangana swimmers Shivani Karra and Nithya Sagi have been selected to represent India at the 12th Asian Age Group Swimming Championship in Bangkok. The Telangana Swimming Association congratulated them and expressed confidence that the duo would bring honour to the nation