Hyderabad

The South Central Railway has warned the public about electrocution risks from kite flying near railway tracks. Metallic or chemically treated threads can touch 25 kV overhead lines, threatening human life, damaging infrastructure, and causing train disruptions.

The Rajendranagar SOT and local police arrested Mohd Irfanuddin in Attapur for illegally selling deer meat. Authorities seized 15 kg of venison and Rs 3,000, and are investigating possible links to organised poaching and wildlife trafficking networks.

Telangana police’s CI wing, using advanced technology, helped bust 62 drug networks, arrest 171 suspects, and seize drugs worth Rs 189.6 crore, along with seven clandestine units and 56 vehicles, preventing illegal activities and subversive misuse of trafficking networks.

Telangana’s EAGLE Force conducted nationwide operations, seizing 107 bank accounts and Alprazolam worth Rs 42.98 crore. Operation Kallu closed illegal factories, while awareness programmes, college committees, and school Prahari Clubs helped enroll nearly 48,000 Anti-Drug Soldiers across the State.

Almost 80 per cent of the Nalgonda–Owaisi corridor works have been completed. GHMC Commissioner R V Karnan reviewed progress and directed officials to expedite remaining work, obtain traffic permissions, and complete land acquisition for smooth connectivity by April 2026.

Telangana police expect more CPI (Maoist) cadres to surrender in the coming year. The DGP said 509 Maoists have already surrendered, adding that the movement has lost support and recruitment has stopped. Rehabilitation benefits are offered under the State’s surrender policy.

Osmania University’s Department of Commerce organised an investor awareness programme for postgraduate students. Conducted by a SEBI-registered expert, the session focused on equity, derivatives, and financial literacy, helping students understand market regulation and smart investment practices.

The Telangana Council of Higher Education has announced the schedule for TG CETs 2026. The TG EAPCET will begin on May 4, followed by ICET, EdCET, ECET, and other entrance exams through early June.

A land payment dispute turned fatal in Ranga Reddy district after a man was allegedly assaulted by his younger brother. The victim collapsed and died on the spot. Police have detained the accused and are investigating the incident.

Shamirpet police have booked an 18-year-old for spreading a fake leopard sighting near Shamirpet Lake using an AI-generated image. The false claim caused panic among residents before authorities confirmed that no wild animal was present.

The Hare Krishna Golden Temple in Banjara Hills observed Vaikunta Ekadashi with devotion and spiritual fervour. Devotees passed through the sacred Vaikunta Dwara, participated in special darshan and rituals, and attended grand aratis held throughout the day.

Country Oven is celebrating the New Year with special cake discounts and a free dosa batter offer at select outlets. Founded in 1993, the brand continues to be a popular choice for cakes, gifting, and festive treats.

Triveni Season 3 brings renowned classical vocalist Kaushiki Chakraborty to Hyderabad for an evening of music and live art. Organised by Surmandal, the concert also supports Sparsh Hospice through a unique charitable initiative.

Indie games ruled 2025, delivering unforgettable experiences across genres. From Hades II’s refined combat to Expedition 33’s emotional storytelling, this year proved that innovation and creativity mattered more than blockbuster budgets.

In the iBomma piracy case, Hyderabad Cybercrime Police found suspect Immandi Ravi used forged identity documents of Bengaluru professional V Prahlad to run his piracy network, earning an estimated Rs 20 crore. Authorities froze Rs 3.5 crore during the ongoing probe

Overall crime in Telangana declined by 2.33 per cent in 2025, with rioting cases dropping sharply, police said. However, offences such as dacoity, POCSO and counterfeiting rose, while accident fatalities declined despite an increase in road mishaps

Kumram Bheem Asifabad district recorded a 60% rise in crimes in 2025, with 1,934 offences versus 1,207 in 2024. Property crimes, burglaries, thefts, and NDPS violations increased, while police strengthened village-level policing and conducted cordon operations

Large numbers of devotees participated in the Uttara Dwara Darshanam ritual at Sri Seetha Ramachandra Swamy Devasthanam, Bhadrachalam, on Mukkoti Vaikunta Ekadashi. Special poojas and Kodandapani kirtans marked the opening of the Vaikunta Dwaram for devotees’ darshan

Telangana Forest Department plans to set up three professional wildlife rescue teams at Amrabad, Kawal, and Warangal to manage wild animals entering human areas. Each team will have trained personnel, specialized vehicles, equipment, and medical kits to ensure animal and human safety

The district reported a 63% surge in crimes in 2025, with 6,486 cases versus 3,979 in 2024. Cheating, thefts, burglaries, kidnappings, and rapes saw significant increases. Convictions were achieved in 1,829 cases, with multiple life and long-term sentences

Singur dam repair works in Sangareddy will halt irrigation for 40,000 acres under Singur canals and 25,000 acres under Ghanpur anicut in Medak. Farmers may switch to alternative crops, while protests are expected over potential losses during the Yasangi season

In Sangareddy, alert homeowner Bharath Kumar used CCTV footage to alert police and neighbours, helping nab two burglars attempting to loot his house. The accused injured themselves to evade locals, while two accomplices escaped; investigation is ongoing

Hyderabad’s policing structure is being overhauled with four new commissionerates—Hyderabad, Cyberabad, Malkajgiri, and Future City—while Yadadri-Bhongir becomes a separate district unit. The revamp addresses urban expansion, population growth, and specialised policing across IT, industrial, suburban, and emerging city zones

Telangana Chief Minister A Revanth Reddy offered prayers at the Tirumala Lord Venkateswara temple on Vaikuntha Ekadashi. TTD officials accorded him traditional honours after darshan during the annual Vaikuntha Dwara Darshan, held from December 30 to January 8