Hyderabad

Students Protection Forum members staged a protest at JNTU-Hyderabad demanding the removal of Vice Chancellor Prof T Kishen Kumar Reddy. The protesters alleged inappropriate behaviour, discrimination against Dalit and tribal students, and restrictions on student access to the university administration.

Former Finance Minister T Harish Rao accused the Congress government of extravagant spending while citing a shortage of funds for welfare schemes. He alleged that despite claiming the treasury was empty, the Chief Minister sanctioned a Rs 100 crore luxury guest house.

The University of Hyderabad has announced two new online certificate courses, one in advanced malariology and another in Sanskrit learning through computational tools, beginning July 15.

As part of monsoon preparedness, GHMC, CMC and MMC have identified nearly 1,000 waterlogging hotspots across Hyderabad. Despite annual mitigation efforts and deployment of resources, authorities are yet to find a long-term solution to recurring flooding points.

HYDRAA is overseeing monsoon response in Hyderabad’s CURE region, handling DRF and emergency teams. While civic bodies review preparedness, concerns have emerged over coordination among agencies after GHMC’s earlier role in monsoon management was redistributed.

Heavy rains in Hyderabad caused major traffic congestion in the IT corridor. While motorists blamed signal failures, Cyberabad Traffic Police said signals were switched off for manual control to manage congestion. Authorities say lessons have been learnt for future rains.

A major leak on the Manjeera Phase-2 pipeline near Rudraram has disrupted water supply across several Hyderabad localities. The HMWSSB said repair work is underway and tankers are being deployed to minimise inconvenience.

Cyberabad Traffic Police are using WhatsApp and digital platforms to provide real-time traffic updates through the ‘Traffic Pulse’ initiative. The system helps commuters avoid congestion, plan routes efficiently and receive instant alerts on accidents, diversions and city traffic conditions.

Heavy monsoon rains and ongoing infrastructure works have led to severe traffic congestion in Hyderabad, especially in the Gachibowli–Raidurg corridor. Incomplete road projects, excavation work and waterlogging have worsened peak-hour travel, prompting criticism of civic preparedness.

Heavy rains during peak hours caused severe traffic congestion across Hyderabad’s IT corridor, including Hitec City and Gachibowli. Waterlogged roads and slow-moving vehicles led to long delays, exposing drainage and traffic management issues during the ongoing monsoon season.

A realtor was arrested by Malkajgiri police for allegedly shooting his wife dead at Maruthi Nagar following marital disputes. Police recovered weapons and arrested another suspect, while one more accused remains absconding. Investigation is ongoing into the murder case.

Around 1,200 students and parents attended NISAU UK 2026 in Hyderabad to explore higher education opportunities in the United Kingdom. The event featured representatives from leading UK universities, government officials and motivational speaker Manasi Joshi, who encouraged students to pursue their goals.

Dr P Raghu Ram and the KIMS-Ushalakshmi Centre for Breast Diseases secured a Guinness World Record for hosting the largest audience at an AI-enabled holographic health awareness lecture. The event also launched NARI, a national initiative promoting breast health awareness.

Viyona Fintech has completed certification as a Biller Operating Unit under the Bharat Bill Payment System. The approval enables the Hyderabad-based company to onboard billers onto the Bharat BillPay network, strengthening its digital payments portfolio and expanding payment collection capabilities.

Hyderabad police are considering registering criminal cases against homeowners found negligent in safeguarding valuables. Officials said repeated disregard of police advisories has contributed to burglary incidents, forcing police to spend significant resources on investigations across multiple states.

A free Kathak workshop organised by Naad Bhed Dance Studio will be held in Hyderabad on June 13. Led by Dr Dyuti Pandya, the event celebrates Dr Puru Dadhich's legacy and has already attracted nearly 160 students and teachers.

Hyderabad police are awaiting forensic reports in the deaths of two sisters from Narayanguda who fell ill after consuming food, including mangoes. Investigators are examining all possible causes and gathering information from family members and friends to determine what happened.

The Federation of Telangana Chambers of Commerce and Industry will host the International Conference on Shipping & Logistics 2026 in Hyderabad on June 12. The event will bring together industry leaders and policymakers to discuss logistics, supply chains, AI, automation and infrastructure development.

GMR Hyderabad International Airport Limited has remitted an interim dividend of ₹12.28 crore to the Telangana Government. The payout takes its total FY26 dividend distribution to over ₹49 crore, while cumulative dividends paid since operations began have reached ₹149.87 crore.

Hyderabad Police arrested six people allegedly linked to the IGNITE multi-level marketing scheme. Investigators claim victims were promised high profits, asked to buy products and recruit members. Police suspect an international network and are pursuing key accused reportedly based abroad.

The Enforcement Directorate conducted raids at multiple locations linked to former YSRCP minister Karumuri Nageswara Rao and others in connection with an alleged ₹195 crore liquor transport scam. Officials said cash, luxury watches, vehicles and documents were seized during searches

The Transport Department has extended the deadline for reserving fancy or special vehicle registration numbers. Owners of newly purchased vehicles can now select and reserve preferred numbers within two months of temporary registration, failing which the system will automatically allot a regular number.

The Telangana Board of Intermediate Education announced the 2026 advanced supplementary examination results, with 49.29% of second-year students and 68.84% of first-year students passing. Girls outperformed boys in both categories. Recounting and re-verification applications will be accepted until June 18.

Three persons were injured, one critically, after a head-on collision between two cars on Ibrahimpatnam road in Ranga Reddy district. The accident occurred at Aghapally village on Thursday morning, with police attributing the crash to overspeeding and launching an investigation.