Hyderabad

After a dry and humid weekend, heavy rains lashed Hyderabad on Monday afternoon. Several areas saw intense downpour within an hour, causing waterlogging and traffic disruptions. Banjara Hills recorded the highest rainfall at 74.5 mm, followed by other key localities

Satya Prakash has taken charge as Additional General Manager of South Central Railway. A senior IRSE officer with 35 years of service, he has held key positions across Indian Railways and is an IIT Delhi graduate in Civil Engineering

Shaik Jani, 34, of Saroornagar, was arrested by the Hyderabad Commissioner’s Task Force after being on the run for four years. He allegedly duped several women by promising Mudra loans and collecting large sums of money from them

Hyderabad-based builder Jayathri Infra was ordered by TGRERA to refund Rs 11.60 lakh with 11 per cent interest to a buyer for not delivering a commercial space project on time and failing to show proof of land ownership

Incessant rains have worsened road conditions across Hyderabad, frustrating commuters. GHMC's slow and limited response has drawn flak from residents and associations. While pothole repairs are underway, many interior roads remain neglected, with no clear timeline for full restoration

Hyderabad witnessed severe evening showers on Monday, leading to traffic chaos and waterlogging across several localities. Weather expert T Balaji issued a warning of a dangerous thunderstorm with 50 mm rainfall expected in a short span. Citizens were urged to stay indoors.

Police have filed more FIRs in the IVF scam linked to Universal Srushti Fertility Center in Hyderabad. Victims, including NRIs, allege fraud and extortion during fake surrogacy procedures. Police suspect a wider racket and ongoing investigations continue

Around 80% of the redevelopment work at Hitec City Railway Station is complete under the Amrit Bharat Scheme. With modern architecture, eco-friendly features, and improved facilities, the upgraded station will serve as a future-ready city hub in Hyderabad.

IHub-Data at IIIT Hyderabad has launched a 24-week Sunday training program in AI/ML for BTech students from AICTE-approved colleges. Starting September 28, the hands-on course blends theory and projects to build practical machine learning skills.

Only 42% of Indian babies are breastfed early, and delays in complementary feeding persist, warns NIN. Former director Dr. R. Hemalatha urges supportive breastfeeding environments in workplaces and better training for frontline workers during World Breastfeeding Week.

MERGEN Corporates has launched its largest ServiceNow Center of Excellence in Hyderabad, investing $1 million. With 50+ experts onboard and plans to double the team by 2026, the CoE will support enterprises in digital transformation through low-code and AIOps.

A one-day special court will be held on August 5 at Nagaram to resolve electricity-related complaints under the Keesara division. TGSPDCL officials will address power supply issues, billing errors, wiring problems, and connection or account change requests from consumers.

Dhruva Space will launch its first commercial space mission, LEAP-1, aboard SpaceX’s Falcon 9 in Q3 2025. The mission will carry AI and hyperspectral payloads, marking a key step from tech demos to global commercial satellite deployments by the Hyderabad-based company.

The BRS on Monday sought the immediate disqualification of 10 MLAs who defected to Congress. With the Speaker unavailable for their scheduled meeting, the MLAs submitted a petition at the Assembly and accused him of evading constitutional responsibility despite the Supreme Court directive.

BRS leaders K. Chandrashekhar Rao, K.T. Rama Rao, and T. Harish Rao paid tributes to late JMM founder Shibu Soren, recalling his pivotal support for the Telangana movement. They called his death a major loss to India’s federal and tribal causes.

Chief Minister Revanth Reddy’s criticism of social media journalists has drawn sharp condemnation from Congress MLA Komatireddy Rajgopal Reddy and others. The remarks have triggered protests from digital journalists who warned of campaigning against the Congress government if he doesn’t retract.

BRS leader KT Rama Rao blamed the Congress government in Telangana for a fertiliser supply crisis affecting 70 lakh farmers. He accused it of mismanagement and failure to lift central quotas, contrasting it with proactive planning under the previous BRS rule.

A youngster was murdered in Koppal city over an interfaith relationship, allegedly by a rival suitor. The accused surrendered after the brutal attack. Police suspect premeditation and are probing possible negligence, as the killer had posted threats online before the incident.

Priyanka Chopra and daughter Malti have landed in Hyderabad, prompting speculation about her role in SS Rajamouli’s upcoming film SSMB29. The actress shared glimpses of their arrival on Instagram, calling it a moment of joy: “Hyderabad we made it.”

Children from migrant families in Karnataka’s Chamarajanagar district fell ill after consuming a wild fruit. Eight were hospitalised, and four remain in critical condition. The incident highlights health risks for seasonal workers unfamiliar with local environmental hazards.

A 40-year-old construction worker died in a road accident at Tukkuguda in Hyderabad's Maheshwaram area on Saturday night.

A 30-year-old unemployed man was found dead by suicide at his residence in Balapur, Hyderabad.

The Telangana Government Doctors’ Association (TGGDA) has criticised the State Government for its continued neglect of primary and secondary healthcare services. The association has urged immediate reforms, warning of declining morale and impact on public healthcare delivery.

A2H Chess Academy will host an open prize money chess tournament on August 9 and 10 at Kukatpally. The event welcomes all age groups, with Rs 50,000 in total prizes