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Researchers at BITS Pilani Hyderabad have developed PestiSafe, a portable pesticide detection device that rapidly tests food and water samples without laboratory equipment. Costing about Rs 7,000, the platform combines dual optical sensing technologies and smartphone connectivity for accurate field-based monitoring.
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A new study warns that India's healthcare system is failing to identify pesticide-related illnesses in farming communities. Gaps in medical education, limited toxicology training, and inadequate patient questioning mean chronic diseases linked to pesticide exposure often go undiagnosed and unreported.
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Maaya World, a new immersive attraction at Prism Mall in Gachibowli, offers visitors 11 themed experiences featuring mirrors, lights and optical illusions. Inspired by international immersive destinations, the venue combines interactive installations, visual storytelling and family-friendly entertainment.
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Film Nagar police registered a case against a 25-year-old man from Nagarkurnool district for allegedly harassing a married woman through obscene messages, repeated phone calls and stalking. The complainant alleged he pressured her to leave her husband and marry him.
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Schools across Telangana reopened for the 2026-27 academic year after a 52-day summer vacation. Attendance remained low as reopening coincided with Amavasya. The State government also relaunched the breakfast scheme and introduced a milk scheme in select government schools.
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The Ranga Reddy District Transport Department launched a special enforcement drive as private schools reopened, inspecting school buses for compliance with transport and safety norms. Six buses were seized for violations, while officials checked documents, driver eligibility and student safety equipment
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Telangana Deputy Chief Minister Mallu Bhatti Vikramarka, speaking at the 75th anniversary of the Salar Jung Museum and the 137th birth anniversary of Salar Jung III, hailed the museum as Hyderabad’s cultural soul and a symbol of religious harmony.
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Nitin Kumar and Likhita Srivastava won the mixed doubles gold medal at the Yonex-Sunrise Memorial All India Senior Ranking Badminton Tournament in Pune. Likhita also added a women's doubles silver, underlining the success of Suchitra Badminton Academy's training programme
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FUC Army produced a dominant display to defeat Browlers FC 4-0 in the Bolarum Challenge Cup football tournament at Bolarum. Kishore struck twice, while Snehith and Ziddu added a goal each. Super Strikers FC also registered a 4-0 victory
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Chief Minister A Revanth Reddy admitted that officials failed to act on advance warnings, leading to severe waterlogging and traffic snarls in Hyderabad after recent rains. He criticised poor coordination between civic and police departments, warning of strict action against lapses and directing a data-driven approach to tackle rain-related disruptions.
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The Telangana Congress announced that it will appoint supervisors for every 10 polling booths and coordinators for each Assembly constituency to address issues related to the Special Intensive Revision (SIR) of electoral rolls.
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A Hyderabad-based advocate has urged Telangana Police to formulate SOPs for handling property disputes involving alleged organised mafias. Citing his own experience, he claimed police often classify such cases as civil matters, leaving property owners vulnerable to harassment and unlawful occupation.
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Telangana dominated the opening day of the South Zone Pickleball Championship 2026 in Hyderabad, winning 21 medals including five golds. The hosts topped the tally ahead of Andhra Pradesh and Karnataka, with competitions held across multiple age categories
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Cyberabad police arrested a 22-year-old Vijayawada resident in Madhapur for possession and sale of MDMA and cannabis. The raid led to the seizure of narcotics, mobile phones, and weighing machines, while two suppliers remain absconding.
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Two auto‑rickshaw drivers were killed and another injured when a GHMC tipper lorry hit them while they were attempting to tow a broken‑down vehicle at Mandamallamma crossroads in Meerpet late Saturday night. In a separate accident at Gachibowli on Sunday morning, a pillion rider died and two others were injured after a motorbike rammed into a cyclist and crashed into a roadside wall.
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Abhimaan Deshpande won the juniors category and P. Karyasheel clinched the open title at the 241st Brilliant Trophy chess tournament in Hyderabad. The event saw strong performances across age groups, with category winners recognised in boys, girls, and special awards
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DraperU India organised its Summer Carnival 2026 in Hyderabad, bringing together entrepreneurs, students, investors, and ecosystem leaders for a day of networking and innovation.
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BRS Legislature Party deputy leader Talasani Srinivas Yadav criticised the Congress government over civic issues in Hyderabad, questioning its ability to execute the proposed Bharat Future City project. He also urged party cadre to strengthen grassroots activities and prepare for the GHMC elections
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Members of the Cockroach Janata Party and other organisations staged a protest demanding Union Education Minister Dharmendra Pradhan’s resignation over alleged exam irregularities. Activist Sonam Wangchuk called for accountability and systemic reforms to strengthen India’s education and examination framework.
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Recent spells of rain have exposed deficiencies in Hyderabad’s monsoon preparedness, prompting intervention by senior police and HYDRAA officials. Civic bodies cite resource limitations and delayed infrastructure works as waterlogging, traffic congestion and rain-related fatalities continue to affect residents.
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The Sri Konda Laxman Telangana Horticultural University has released a crop contingency plan to help farmers manage the effects of El Niño. The advisory recommends drought-resilient varieties, efficient water-management practices and preventive measures against pest and disease outbreaks.
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Four young women interested in public policy and politics met BRS working president KT Rama Rao at Telangana Bhavan. The students sought firsthand exposure to governance and leadership, while Rama Rao assured guidance and encouraged greater participation of women in politics
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BRS working president KT Rama Rao criticised the Congress government in Telangana, calling its tenure a flop show and accusing it of failing to fulfil electoral promises. He alleged misgovernance, political vendetta and neglect of welfare commitments while expressing confidence in the BRS resurgence
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Government Advisor Mohd Shabbir Ali dismissed a viral audio clip as fake, doctored and politically motivated. Responding to a TPCC Disciplinary Committee notice, he denied making derogatory remarks and announced legal action against those responsible for circulating the clip
