Hyderabad

Former Telangana DGP Anjani Kumar secured the gold medal in the 25-metre pistol event at the XII Telangana State Shooting Championship held at Gachibowli. Shafath Ali Khan won silver, while Aga Mohammed Hussain finished with bronze in the competition.

BRS General Secretary Praveen Kumar has alleged a Rs 2,041 crore scam in the procurement of commodities for residential schools in Telangana. He accused contractors of irregularities, including links to drug peddling, and challenged SC and ST Welfare Minister Adluri Laxman to an open debate at the Press Club on July 2.

The Hare Krishna Movement celebrated the Panihati Chida–Dahi festival at the Golden Temple in Banjara Hills, drawing devotees from across Hyderabad and the twin cities.

Hyderabad Heroes and Mumbai Dreamers secured victories to reach the final at Gachibowli. Heroes edged Chennai Bulls 29–24 in a high-intensity clash, while Mumbai Dreamers outlasted Bengaluru Bravehearts 7–5 in a tight defensive battle to book their final berth

An NRI priest accused of cheating devotees of lakhs of rupees under the pretext of performing special pujas was arrested by Bachupally police at RGIA after his return from the US. The accused, Ch. Rama Lacharao, allegedly threatened victims with black magic and is suspected to be involved in similar cases abroad.

The Telangana Prantha Upadhyaya Sangam (TPUS) has announced a series of protests beginning July 4 to press for implementation of the National Education Policy (2020) and 51 per cent PRC fitment.

Consumers in Hyderabad have accused the HMWSSB of closing complaints lodged through its Metro Customer Care system without resolving persistent low water pressure problems. A Boduppal resident said multiple tickets were marked “resolved” despite no inspection or rectification.

Cyberabad Municipal Corporation (CMC) on Saturday carried out a large-scale anti-encroachment drive across multiple zones, targeting unauthorised stalls and structures on public footpaths.

The Special Intensive Revision of electoral rolls is progressing slowly in Hyderabad, with the distribution of enumeration forms lagging across all 15 Assembly constituencies. GHMC officials cited transportation issues and weekend absenteeism among residents as key reasons for the delay.

Around 200 families in Rahmat Nagar, Yousufguda, say delayed stormwater drain construction by the GHMC has disrupted daily life and affected businesses during the monsoon. Officials attribute the delay to rain and labour shortages, promising completion by the first week of July.

Hyderabad has witnessed a sharp dip in temperatures over the past two days, with minimum levels dropping to 24.2 degrees Celsius at Serilingampally and several areas recording below 25 degrees Celsius. The IMD has forecast cloudy skies with light to moderate rain and issued a yellow warning for heavy rainfall in parts of Telangana on Sunday.

The GHMC is set to launch a pilot medicine waste collection drive in Hyderabad by installing dedicated collection boxes at select medical shops. The initiative aims to promote the safe disposal of expired and unused medicines while protecting public health and the environment.

Hero MotoCorp has launched the all-new Passion Disc, a feature-rich commuter motorcycle with refreshed styling, advanced digital features and a front disc brake. Powered by a 100cc BS-VI engine, the bike is aimed at urban riders seeking performance, fuel efficiency and convenience.

Eight people were injured, one critically, after a lift plunged from the fourth floor to the ground floor in an apartment building at Hanuman Nagar, Meerpet. Police are investigating whether poor maintenance or a technical malfunction caused the accident.

A four-year-old boy died after being struck by a reversing Tata Ace mini truck outside his house in Bholakpur, Musheerabad. The incident triggered a road protest by family members before police intervened, registered a case, and launched an investigation.

The Badruka Educational Society has signed an MoU with Sri Chandrasekharendra Saraswathi Viswa Mahavidyalaya, Kanchi, to jointly offer a certificate programme in Temple Management. The initiative aims to train volunteers for temple administration while paving the way for broader academic collaborations.

Residents of Al Ain Colony in Shaheennagar have been grappling with stagnant drainage water for four months, leading to mosquito breeding, foul smell and health concerns. They say repeated complaints have yielded no lasting solution and have urged GHMC to take immediate action.

Classic Legends celebrated World Motorcycle Day by bringing together more than 2,000 riders from the Jawa, Yezdi and BSA communities across 19 States and 59 cities. The company also launched the Guardian Bell Initiative to promote one of motorcycling's cherished traditions.

The Telangana Health department aims to administer Pulse Polio vaccine drops to more than 40.97 lakh children aged below five years during the National Immunization Day campaign. Over 22,000 booths and hundreds of mobile teams have been deployed across the State.

Released on World MSME Day, Recordent's Indian SME Receivables Report 2026 reveals that delayed payments continue to strain India's MSMEs. The study found that the average SME has Rs 3.83 crore in receivables pending for over 360 days and takes 73 days to settle invoices.

A mega job mela will be held at Kings Palace, Mehdipatnam, on July 1 from 8 am to 1 pm. Companies from sectors including IT, healthcare, pharma, banking and education will conduct spot interviews. Entry is free for SSC-qualified candidates.

IMT Hyderabad concluded Abhyuday 2026 with a panel discussion on industry expectations from management students. Corporate leaders highlighted the importance of continuous learning, responsible use of AI, emotional intelligence, adaptability and strong fundamentals for building successful management careers.

BRS leader T. Harish Rao accused Chief Minister A. Revanth Reddy of compromising Telangana's water rights and demanded details of the recent meeting with the Chief Ministers of Andhra Pradesh and Karnataka, alleging the State's interests were being ignored in Krishna and Godavari river projects.

Hyderabad's specialty coffee scene is embracing ube, a purple yam native to the Philippines. Known for its distinct vanilla-coconut notes and striking violet color, the ingredient is rivaling matcha across city menus through lattes, desserts, and viral social media posts