Hyderabad

GHMC Commissioner RV Karnan reviewed progress on the Moosarambagh downstream bridge and Nalgonda flyover projects on Thursday. He directed officials to accelerate construction works and ensure the bridge is opened to traffic at the earliest to ease commuter movement.

The BRS has criticised the Congress government for inviting parties that opposed the statehood struggle to the Telangana Movement Activists Committee meeting.

Hyderabad police have registered the first case under the Telangana Advocates Protection Act, 2026, after a woman allegedly attacked advocate Nishat Raza at the Family Court in Purani Haveli. A counter-case has also been filed, and both complaints are under investigation.

A three-year-old girl found wandering alone in Hyderabad's Chilkalguda area was safely reunited with her family after a local resident alerted police. Officers quickly secured the child, conducted inquiries in the neighbourhood, and traced her family within a short time.

The Secunderabad Task Force and Malakpet police arrested two interstate drug peddlers and seized 20 kg of marijuana worth about Rs 10 lakh in Dilsukhnagar. The accused allegedly transported the contraband from Odisha, while two other suspects remain absconding.

A complaint has been lodged with Mehdipatnam police seeking legal action against Goshamahal MLA T Raja Singh over alleged remarks targeting Muslims and Muslim women. The complainant has urged authorities to verify a viral video, investigate the matter, and safeguard communal harmony.

A construction worker from Andhra Pradesh died after reportedly losing his balance and falling from the third floor of an under-construction building at Navodaya Venture in Medchal on Thursday. Police visited the site and have launched an investigation into the incident.

Hyderabad has emerged as a major data centre destination, with live capacity more than doubling since 2022 and a 1.9 GW project pipeline. Investments by Microsoft, AWS and Oracle are accelerating the city's transformation into a leading hyperscale and AI infrastructure hub.

Star Hospitals has released a free public health book, The Human Bone Joints Explained, authored by orthopedic and robotic surgeon Dr Neelam V Ramana Reddy. The publication aims to promote mobility, dispel myths, prevent joint degeneration, and encourage pain-free living.

A seven-year-old boy who suffered life-threatening injuries in a dog attack, including severe blood loss, scalp avulsion, and an ischemic stroke, has recovered after intensive care and reconstructive surgery at Kamineni Hospitals. He was discharged on Thursday following successful treatment.

The TG LAWCET and PGLCET 2026 results were announced on Thursday, with 76.65 per cent qualifying in the three-year law course, 52.72 per cent in the five-year course, and 93.03 per cent in PGLCET. Toppers from Andhra Pradesh and Telangana were also declared.

A Telangana Government committee member has urged TITA to identify and document IT professionals who participated in the Telangana Movement. TITA will form a Screening and Selection Committee and invite eligible individuals to submit evidence supporting their involvement in the statehood struggle.

The Telangana Forest Development Corporation organised a series of eco-awareness programmes at the Botanical Garden, Hyderabad, including World Bicycle Day celebrations and a forest fire awareness drive. Participants pledged to adopt sustainable practices and contribute towards a greener, healthier Telangana.

The Telangana Football Association will kick off its Under-15 Boys Youth League in late June 2026. TFA Secretary GP Palguna has urged all registered clubs and academies to urgently complete player registrations via the Centralized Registration System

Telangana Governor Shiv Pratap Shukla felicitated para-athletes at the Aditya Mehta Foundation in Hyderabad. The foundation distributed ₹3.46 crore in financial support and high-performance adaptive equipment to empower disabled athletes ahead of major international competitions

Telangana sailors dominated Day 3 of the 17th YAI Monsoon Regatta. While Nilkonda Mani maintained his overall lead in the Under-16 Optimist class, youngster Vutla Narasimha stole the spotlight by securing his maiden national-level race victory

BRS leader T Harish Rao has urged the Polavaram Project Authority to protect Bhadrachalam from potential backwater flooding. He demanded compensation, rehabilitation and infrastructure measures, warning that thousands of residents and key industrial units could face future submergence risks.

Hyatt Hyderabad Gachibowli has launched Mango Muse, a limited-period dining experience at 4Note celebrating the versatility of mangoes. Featuring curated appetisers, main courses and desserts inspired by regional and global cuisines, the showcase will run from June 5 to 14.

Former minister V Srinivas Goud accused the Congress government of neglecting irrigation and agricultural issues in the undivided Palamuru region. He demanded completion of the Palamuru-Rangareddy project, better paddy procurement and compensation for farmers affected by unseasonal rains.

The Southwest Monsoon, which reached Kerala on Thursday, is expected to enter Telangana by June 7 or 8, according to IMD. Officials said statewide coverage could take up to 10 days and cautioned that rainfall during July and August may remain uncertain.

A fire broke out at a garments store in Maitrivanam, Ameerpet on Thursday afternoon. Firefighters rushed to the spot and launched operations. No casualties have been reported so far, while nearby buildings were evacuated as a precautionary measure.

Hyderabad-based wildlife photographer Sushanth Nakkana recounts his memorable trip to Kenya’s Amboseli National Park, describing its vast grasslands, elephants and rich birdlife. He highlights encounters with cheetahs, hippos and crocodiles, calling it a paradise for nature photography.

BRS working president KT Rama Rao made a brief stop at Nimrah Cafe near Charminar, where he enjoyed Irani chai and Osmania biscuits. His visit drew crowds in Hyderabad’s Old City, with locals gathering for selfies and photographs.

A new cultural trend in Hyderabad is blending devotional music with concert-like energy, as bhajan jamming sessions attract youth and families alike. Featuring live instruments and collective singing, these events are becoming popular weekend experiences across the city.