Hyderabad

A corporate fraud case has been registered against Symphony IT Distribution in Hyderabad for allegedly cheating a client of nearly USD 292,000. Police are probing financial records and possible international transactions linked to the accused

A 30-year-old Hyderabad man died by suicide days before his wedding, allegedly due to financial stress and mental distress over costly arrangements. Police suspect he consumed tablets and slit his throat. Investigation is ongoing

A 16-year-old boy working at a juice shop in Tolichowki was allegedly murdered by a co-worker following a dispute. Police registered a case and launched a manhunt, while the body was sent for autopsy

Two police officers were caught by ACB while accepting a bribe at Shamshabad airport outpost in a case linked to a fake certificates racket. They allegedly demanded money to spare accused persons’ family members from arrest.

The Telangana government has issued a new order making cancer a notifiable disease across the state. All hospitals, clinics, AYUSH centres, and labs must report diagnosed cases and deaths within a month through a centralised portal.

The Anti-Corruption Bureau (ACB) in Hyderabad arrested Dr. M Goverdhan, Associate Dean of Agronomy at PJTSAU, Rajendra Nagar, for allegedly accepting a bribe of Rs 1 lakh.

India’s mixed doubles pair Dhruv Kapila and Tanisha Crasto opened their Badminton Asia Championships campaign with a 21-14, 11-21, 21-15 win over Thailand’s Phuwanat Horbanluekit and Benyapa Aimsaard. They now face Malaysia’s Cheng Tang Jie and Toh Ee Wei

Falaknuma FC registered a commanding 6-0 win over OK Sporting FC in the TFA C-Division football league at Gymkhana Ground, Hyderabad. Six different players scored for Falaknuma. RBI will face Secunderabad Blues FC in the next fixture

Ribhav Verma shot a bogey-free six-under 66 to lead the IGU Hyderabad Amateur Golf Championship at Boulder Hills. The 18-year-old from Panchkula holds a two-shot lead over Anshul Mishra, with Parth Raman Sood in third place

Telangana Football Association president GP Palguna has appealed to the Sports Authority of Telangana to release funds to recognised sports associations. He thanked CM A Revanth Reddy for support and assured transparency in TFA’s financial records and fund utilisation

Daily labourers and vendors dependent on the Ziaguda Abattoir in Hyderabad staged protests against the GHMC and Congress Government over the facility’s closure. The workers, supported by BRS leaders including Gellu Srinivas Yadav, set a Sunday deadline for reopening, warning of a massive demonstration at GHMC headquarters if their demands are not met.

The Telangana government has permitted the absorption of PG-qualified doctors into the Directorate of Medical Education. The move aims to streamline specialist placement in teaching hospitals, with doctors joining based on qualification completion and willingness.

Private school fees in Hyderabad have surged up to 50% for 2026–27. Parents allege lack of regulation and rising costs. Here’s a clear breakdown of what’s happening and who is affected.

Four SSC examination personnel and an invigilator were removed for negligence during the 2026 exams. One malpractice case was registered in Bhadradri Kothagudem. Over 5.2 lakh candidates appeared for the biological science paper; exams conclude with social studies on April 13.

BRS general secretary RS Praveen Kumar has issued a 72-hour ultimatum to officials over the Nadargul land dispute, demanding removal of fencing and blue sheets on 373 acres. He accused Chief Minister Revanth Reddy and Revenue Minister Ponguleti Srinivas Reddy of misusing their positions and engaging in irregularities.

A collaborative study by CCMB and LVPEI reveals alarming antimicrobial resistance in eye infection bacteria in India. Over 45% of isolates are multidrug-resistant, including vancomycin-resistant Staphylococcus aureus and XDR Klebsiella pneumoniae, raising concerns for antibiotic treatments.

The 39th IGNOU convocation at Hyderabad Regional Centre awarded 2,815 degrees, diplomas, and certificates. The Centre serves all 33 Telangana districts, plans a new AIIMS Bibinagar centre, and contributes to 2,99,092 awards nationwide under innovative educational programs.

The first quarter of 2026 has seen massive layoffs across global tech and multinational companies, with over 61,000 jobs lost worldwide, including thousands in India. Oracle led the cuts with 30,000 jobs, followed by Amazon, Dell, Block Inc., Epic Games, and Salesforce.

Hyderabad Narcotics Enforcement Wing, along with local police, arrested six individuals for drug trafficking, seizing Rs 63.65 lakh worth of MDMA, hash oil, ecstasy, cannabis, LSD, and assets. Suspects reportedly used social media and encrypted apps to evade detection.

ICMAI Hyderabad Chapter felicitated top-ranking students, including Deepansh Agarwal and Cheekatla Suguna Chandrika. BHEL GM PV Arun Kumar shared industry insights. The event also marked the December 2025 batch’s completion of the Advanced Skill Training Programme for newly qualified Cost Accountants.

Telangana is set to face heatwave conditions from April 9, with temperatures soaring up to 44°C in 12 districts. The IMD attributes the sudden rise to fading Western disturbances and predicts above-normal summer heat across the southern peninsula.

Life is Strange: Reunion brings back Max and Chloe but struggles with a weak story and reduced player choice impact. Despite strong visuals and nostalgia, the game feels disconnected and fails to match the emotional depth of earlier titles.

AstraZeneca Pharma India has partnered with the Telangana State Health Department to implement AI-powered lung cancer screening in 20 government hospitals. The initiative aims for early detection, triaging high-risk patients, and improving lung health outcomes in both urban and rural areas.

The Young Entrepreneurs Association announced its new leadership at AGM 2026, appointing RC Rahul as President for 2026–27. The organisation continues to foster networking, knowledge sharing, and growth among around 100 entrepreneurs across various sectors.