Hyderabad

A 16-year-old Intermediate student from Nalgonda district died by suicide in a private college hostel in Madhapur, Hyderabad. The teenager had come to the city for betterment examinations. Police suspect academic stress may have contributed to the incident and are investigating the case.

Mahindra University has opened admissions for its 2026–27 undergraduate programmes and launched the RISE Scholars Programme for BTech students. The university also introduced a new BBA in Infrastructure Management to cater to India’s rapidly expanding infrastructure and development sector.

Tension prevailed outside Pet-Basheerabad police station after IFTU-led women’s organisations protested demanding arrest of Bandi Bageerath in a sexual assault case. Protesters also sought action against Union Minister Bandi Sanjay, prompting police to detain several participants.

Creative hobbies like candle-making, crochet and handmade flowers are evolving into small businesses for young creators in Hyderabad. With rising demand for personalised products, hobbyists are building brands, participating in pop-ups and turning passions into full-time entrepreneurial ventures.

BRSV activists staged a protest at Lok Bhavan over the NEET-UG paper leak, demanding strict action and resignations of key officials. They blamed the Centre and NTA for repeated failures and sought fresh exam dates without disruption.

Volunteers of Save KBR Park were detained by Banjara Hills police after protesting tree felling near Indo-American Cancer facility. The group alleged early morning detention during a peaceful protest, prompting demands for disclosure of detainees’ status and legal access.

The Telangana Board of Intermediate Education clarified that students and parents need only submit a simple anti-drug declaration during admissions, not a notarised affidavit. The move follows confusion over the 2026–27 admission guidelines and aims to ease the process.

BRS working president KT Rama Rao accused the BJP of double standards in the POCSO case involving Bandi Sanjay’s son. He also criticised the Telangana Congress government, citing rising crimes against women and cybercrime in the state.

Posters declaring POCSO accused Bandi Sai Bageerath as “missing” appeared across Hyderabad, prompting swift removal by municipal staff. The campaign came amid police claims of absconding and a High Court anticipatory bail plea filed by the accused.

TG EAPCET 2026 results are likely to be declared around May 26. JNTU–Hyderabad has released preliminary keys and response sheets, with objection windows open for engineering and A&P streams. Final results will be announced after expert committee review.

Two daily wage workers died after a car collided with their motorcycle at Mallapur in Nacharam on Tuesday night. The accident occurred near Swagath Function Hall around midnight. Police have registered a case and are investigating the circumstances of the crash.

The Telangana government has transferred T-SAT from the IT and Communications Department to the Education Department. The move, formalised through an order by the Chief Secretary, aims to streamline satellite-based educational services and improve access for rural and underprivileged communities.

Hyderabad researchers at CCMB have discovered a “molecular glue” in plants that traps and disables viruses by forming protein condensates. The breakthrough, published in a leading journal, could aid crop protection and open new possibilities for treating human diseases.

Telangana is witnessing a steady rise in temperatures after thunderstorm activity subsided across the State. Northern districts recorded temperatures between 42 and 44 degrees Celsius, while Hyderabad touched 39.4 degrees Celsius, with the IMD forecasting further heat surge and continued dry weather conditions

Young consumers are shifting from fast fashion to mindful shopping, focusing on durability, versatility and sustainability. Fashion rentals and thrift culture are gaining popularity as shoppers seek cost-effective, eco-friendly alternatives, while resale platforms encourage a circular fashion economy and reduce unnecessary clothing waste

Nine persons were arrested in Hyderabad for allegedly attacking police personnel and pelting stones at a cattle transport vehicle suspected of carrying animals for slaughter. The bulls were reportedly being transported for a film shoot, while police officers sustained injuries during the violence

A Nepali gang posing as domestic workers allegedly drugged and robbed a doctor couple in Hyderabad’s Kowkoor area. The accused, employed only two weeks earlier, reportedly looted gold, silver and cash, tied up the victims, damaged CCTV cameras and fled

Gujarat Titans defeated Sunrisers Hyderabad by 82 runs in Ahmedabad, climbing to the top of the IPL points table. Sai Sudharsan and Washington Sundar scored fifties, while Kagiso Rabada and Jason Holder dismantled SRH’s batting in a dominant all-round display

Chidvilas Sai Surapaneni clinched the 240th Brilliant Trophy Classical Chess Tournament title at Dilsukhnagar after defeating Santosh Sai Karthik Kandi on tie-break following a tied finish with 7.5 points. Sricharan Sandipagu secured third place in the tournament

Attapur police arrested a man for fraudulently using another vehicle’s registration number to evade traffic fines. The accused had used a Mumbai car’s number plate, leading to challans being wrongly reflected against its owner.

Humanscale has emerged as the most decorated brand in the office furniture category after winning multiple iF and Red Dot Design Awards in 2026, underscoring its focus on ergonomic innovation, sustainability, and collaboration with leading designers.

Bakka Judson, social activist and former Congress leader, staged a protest at the Telangana DGP office demanding the arrest of Bandi Sai Bhageerath in a POCSO case. He accused the police of shielding influential suspects while targeting the poor.

Fencers from Deccan Fencing Club have been selected to represent Telangana at the 21st Cadet National Fencing Championship in Rudrapur, Uttarakhand. The athletes impressed at the Telangana Cadet Selection Trials with medal-winning performances in foil and epee events

The IMD, Hyderabad has warned of rising temperatures and intense heatwave conditions across Telangana over the next four days. Several districts are expected to record temperatures between 41 degrees Celsius and 44 degrees Celsius, while dry weather is likely to prevail statewide.