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Temperatures across Telangana may touch 40 degrees Celsius in the coming days. The IMD has issued a heat advisory for several districts including Hyderabad. Here’s what’s causing the heat and how to stay safe.

MLR Institute of Technology (MLRIT) has received the Van Mahotsav Award 2025 for the fourth year in a row, recognising its continued dedication to environmental sustainability. The award was presented at the CII Telangana State Annual Meeting 2025–26 in Hyderabad.

BRS working president KT Rama Rao urged young women to prioritise financial independence while addressing an International Women’s Day event in Serilingampally. He also called for greater representation of women in politics and highlighted welfare schemes launched during the previous BRS government.

Since the sighting of Ramzan, hijab-clad women across Hyderabad have been attending taraweeh prayers in large numbers at mosques, madrasas, and community halls. Local groups and seminary students are playing a key role in organising these congregations for women.

LinkedIn research shows Indian women professionals are leading in AI adoption, with nine in 10 confident using AI tools and 35 percent actively learning AI skills. Women founders also report higher optimism and drive digital transformation in their businesses.

Hyderabad District Collector Harichandana Dasari participated in a cleanliness drive at the Collectorate complex in Lakdikapul under a 99-day action plan. Officials were directed to remove old files, abandoned vehicles, and electronic waste with support from GHMC.

A total of 130 CPI (Maoist) cadres surrendered, handing over 124 weapons and over 5,000 rounds of ammunition. With only seven cadres still underground in Telangana, officials say the mass surrender deals a serious blow to the PLGA

The Secunderabad Task Force and local police arrested four persons in Lalaguda for preparing and selling adulterated ginger-garlic paste in unhygienic conditions. Police seized 1,915 kg of adulterated products and materials used in the illegal food preparation unit.

Multiple districts in Telangana, including Hyderabad, are expected to witness a surge in daytime temperatures with the mercury likely to touch 40 degrees Celsius in the coming days. IMD officials say it is not yet a heatwave, but authorities have issued precautions.

Telangana Chief Minister A. Revanth Reddy launched the ‘Stand With Her’ campaign initiated by Telangana Police to encourage men to intervene safely and report harassment of women. The initiative promotes prevention-led policing and community participation to improve women’s safety.

A new Amrit Bharat Express connecting Nagercoil in Tamil Nadu and Charlapalli will be launched soon. The train will run with Sleeper and General Second Class coaches and pass through Andhra Pradesh, improving affordable rail connectivity across Tamil Nadu, Telangana, and Andhra Pradesh.

Chief Minister A Revanth Reddy said it reflects poorly on any government if women feel unsafe stepping out. Launching the ‘Stand with Her’ campaign, he warned about rising cyber harassment and urged youth to support women’s rights and safety.

The Democratic Teachers Federation urged the Telangana government to strengthen SCERT as a research-driven academic institution. It sought departmental restructuring, compulsory field engagement for faculty, and immediate recruitment to address faculty shortages in teacher education institutions.

Sreenidhi University has launched the Sreenidhi School of Business to redefine management education for a changing global economy. The event featured leadership addresses, a presentation on reimagining management education, and a panel discussion with industry experts on emerging technologies.

Ramgopalpet police arrested a man accused of cheating several people by promising to arrange bank loans. The accused collected large processing fees from victims. Police seized cash and a car and froze bank funds during the investigation.

A fire broke out at a liquor outlet on Raj Bhavan Road, Somajiguda, in the early hours of Saturday, destroying property worth several lakhs. No casualties were reported.

Cyberabad police raided two houses in Kukatpally on Saturday, uncovering a prostitution racket. Two organisers and five customers were arrested, while two women were rescued.

Unidentified miscreants broke open a Vakrangee ATM at Gaddapotharam municipality in Sangareddy district early Saturday and fled with Rs 1.60 lakh. Jinnaram police registered a case and began investigation with forensic evidence and CCTV footage analysis.

The IMD has forecast daytime temperatures of 36°C to 40°C across nearly 25 districts in Telangana in the coming days. The Health Department issued an advisory urging precautions, hydration and reduced outdoor activity to prevent heat-related illnesses.

The India vs England T20 World Cup semifinal in Mumbai set a new world record for digital viewership, with 65.2 million peak concurrency on JioHotstar. ICC Chairman Jay Shah hailed the milestone as a proud moment for global cricket

Former Olympian Syed Habibul Hassan, popularly known as Hamid, passed away in Hyderabad at 85. He represented India at the 1960 Rome Olympics and played for several clubs. Telangana Football Association and former players paid tributes to the football legend

The Chief Postmaster General, Telangana Circle, will conduct an online Dak Adalat on March 23 to hear customer service complaints related to India Post. Public grievances can be submitted to the postal department before March 13, according to an official release

Surgeons at Gleneagles Hospitals successfully performed Transcatheter Tricuspid Valve Edge-to-Edge Repair on a 75-year-old patient with severe tricuspid regurgitation and heart failure, using the indigenously developed MyClip system that offers a minimally invasive alternative to open-heart surgery

AIG Hospitals in Hyderabad has launched the ZAP-X Gyroscopic Neuro-Radiosurgery Platform for treating brain tumors and complex neurological disorders without open surgery. The system delivers highly precise radiation, enabling painless, non-invasive treatment without hospital stay