Hyderabad

The Secunderabad Government Railway Police and Railway Protection Force arrested two men involved in an interstate drug smuggling racket and seized marijuana worth Rs 18.18 lakh. The accused were allegedly transporting ganja from Odisha to Karnataka through Secunderabad railway station

A study by IIT Gandhinagar and the University of Illinois found that herbal cigarettes may be as harmful as or more dangerous than tobacco cigarettes. Researchers identified higher toxic particle emissions, increased oxidative potential and high lead concentrations in some herbal cigarette variants

India captain Harmanpreet Kaur, coach Amol Muzumdar and batter Jemimah Rodrigues reflected on the team’s historic ICC Women’s Cricket World Cup triumph, discussing mental struggles, the painful England defeat, dressing-room conversations and staying away from social media during high-pressure tournaments

Central Excise registered a dominant 10-wicket victory over EMCC in the HCA A-Division T-20 qualifier. Hyderabad Blues, Ensconse, Osmania University, Concorde and Hyderabad Wanderers also recorded wins in the B-Division league-cum-knockout matches played in Hyderabad on Friday

Health experts say zero-sugar sodas may help reduce calorie and sugar intake temporarily, but frequent consumption could affect gut health, metabolism and cravings. Doctors caution that artificial sweeteners are not entirely harmless and should not replace nutritious and hydrating beverages

A Hyderabad court sentenced five Nepali nationals to seven days in jail for harassing a woman near Nizam College PG Hostel on May 27. The Abid Road police arrested the accused, who were later convicted by the Nampally court on Friday.

Political developments in Karnataka have delayed Telangana’s cabinet expansion, leaving aspirants for ministerial berths in suspense. With the Congress high command prioritising Karnataka, the Telangana leadership is expected to take up cabinet-related discussions only after the situation stabilises.

Osmania University College of Engineering has signed an agreement with Pragya Cyber to establish a Cyber Security Centre of Excellence on campus. The initiative aims to bridge academia and industry, enhancing AI-driven cybersecurity training, research and workforce readiness.

Researchers at IIT Madras have developed an injectable hydrogel that delivers antifibrotic drugs in a sustained manner, potentially replacing prolonged treatments with a single dose. The innovation, derived from silk and seaweed biomaterials, could significantly reduce treatment costs for chronic fibrosis.

The IMD has forecast a below-normal Southwest Monsoon for 2026, with Telangana likely to receive deficient rainfall and a sluggish onset in June. The report also warns of continued heatwave conditions in isolated pockets despite the official monsoon season beginning.

A modest juice stall near Public Gardens in Nampally, serving health drinks since 1987, has gone viral after an Instagram reel. The stall, run without advertising or branding, now attracts new visitors for its traditional wellness drinks priced at Rs 30.

Hyderabad Police have arrested six persons, including a Congress leader and his son, for allegedly conspiring to murder senior advocate Khaja Moizuddin by staging it as a road accident. Investigators suspect the killing is linked to a land dispute case.

A major fire broke out at a car mechanic shed in Jeedimetla on Friday, causing panic among locals. Fire personnel rushed to the spot and brought the blaze under control. A car parked inside the shed was gutted, while police suspect a short circuit triggered the fire.

Police have registered a case at the Jubilee Hills police station in connection with the case involving Chandrashekhar Azad alias Arjun, who allegedly deceived young girls on instagram

Cyberabad EOW booked Rohit Infra directors for duping investors with fake buyback promises and high-return schemes. A complainant alleged losing ₹43.75 lakh, while 11 investors together lost ₹4.52 crore. Police registered a case and launched investigation into the fraud

Two bus accidents in Hyderabad’s Dilsukhnagar and Punjagutta caused traffic chaos Friday, though no injuries were reported. The incidents, following recent crashes in Hayathnagar and LB Nagar, reignited concerns over reckless driving, overspeeding, and road safety in the city

Chief Minister A Revanth Reddy said the Congress government drew inspiration from former Chief Minister NT Rama Rao’s welfare-oriented governance, comparing several Congress schemes with initiatives launched during the TDP founder’s tenure while unveiling NTR’s statue in Hyderabad

TGIIC’s e-auction of a 6.29-acre land parcel at Knowledge City, Raidurg fetched a record Rs 237 crore per acre, generating nearly Rs 1,490 crore overall. Officials said the auction reflected strong investor confidence in Telangana’s growing real estate and investment ecosystem

The Malkajgiri Traffic Police conducted a special enforcement drive against footpath encroachments and carriageway obstructions, booking 3,497 cases and collecting Rs 6.03 lakh in fines. Zone-II recorded the highest violations, with Uppal Traffic Police Station registering 804 cases

Former Rajya Sabha member J Santosh Kumar urged that heatwaves be declared a national disaster, citing their deadly toll. Speaking at IIM-B’s Climate Innovation Summit, he stressed bridging policy gaps, citizen-led climate action, and expanding carbon credit schemes to grassroots projects

The Telangana government plans to introduce a Unified Card integrating welfare benefits and citizen data across departments. Chief Minister Revanth Reddy directed officials to develop an AI-based profiling system aimed at reducing duplication, improving welfare delivery, and streamlining beneficiary tracking

Hyderabad residents are expected to witness a rare Blue Micromoon on May 31 as two full moons appear in May 2026. The event combines a Blue Moon and a Micromoon, making the Moon appear slightly smaller and dimmer than usual

The Kazipet Rail Manufacturing Unit is nearing completion and will soon begin producing 200 modern intercity trains over five years. The trains, designed for short-distance travel, will feature advanced safety systems and eco-friendly technology to improve affordable rail connectivity.

Police and Malkajgiri Municipal Corporation officials seized 172 cattle during a special drive against illegal transportation in Hyderabad. The animals were shifted to a civic shelter, where veterinary officials examined and provided care to those in distress.