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Two Indians were killed and eleven people injured in a bombing incident in Sohar city near Muscat. The Ministry of External Affairs said ten of the injured are Indians with non-lethal injuries and are undergoing treatment at a local hospital.

BRS working president KT Rama Rao has sought a Central probe into alleged irregularities involving KLSR Infratech, accusing Chief Minister Revanth Reddy of shielding the firm and influencing officials to tamper with evidence in the case.

The Supreme Court has stayed a Telangana High Court order directing the State government to announce movie ticket price hikes at least 90 days before a film’s release. The court issued notice on a plea filed by production house Mythri Movie Makers.

Over 250 doctors, including leading faculty and surgical experts from across India, are attending the AMASI Skill Course and FMAS fellowship programme at Nizam's Institute of Medical Sciences (NIMS), Hyderabad.

Sreenidi Deccan FC will take on Gokulam Kerala FC in an I-League clash in Manjeri on Saturday. The Hyderabad side is aiming to bounce back from its recent defeat, while Gokulam Kerala enters the match after a 1-1 draw.

Pantaloons has launched Truly SMA, a contemporary fashion label founded by actor Samantha Ruth Prabhu, at its flagship store in Hyderabad. The brand aims to combine Samantha’s effortless style with practical, everyday wear.

India’s leading paddlers will compete in the 87th UTT Inter-State Senior National Table Tennis Championships in Indore, with powerhouse teams PSPB and Railways leading the title race. Nearly 500 players have entered the men’s singles event.

Former Andhra Pradesh Director General of Police H.J. Dora passed away at 83 in Hyderabad while undergoing treatment. The 1965-batch IPS officer was known for his efforts against Left-Wing Extremism and also served as CISF chief and Vigilance Commissioner.

Hyderabad’s cinema experience has been upgraded with the launch of Allu Cinemas in Kokapet, featuring India’s largest Dolby Cinema screen. The 75-foot-wide display combines Dolby Vision visuals and Dolby Atmos sound to offer an immersive premium movie experience.

Kushal Das, former General Secretary of the All India Football Federation (AIFF), passed away at the age of 66. A Chartered Accountant by profession, Das had an illustrious career in sports administration, serving with IMG, ICC, and later AIFF from 2010 to 2022.

Google has introduced major upgrades to Google Maps, including a conversational “Ask Maps” feature powered by Gemini AI and a redesigned immersive navigation system. The update aims to provide personalised search results, enhanced route guidance and a more intuitive driving experience.

BRS leader T. Harish Rao criticised the State government over the Musi river project, questioning large-scale demolitions and lack of a DPR. He demanded clarity on the project’s purpose, financial outlay and buffer zones affecting thousands of families.

Mercedes-Benz India has announced a 2 per cent price increase across its portfolio effective April 1, 2026, citing foreign exchange volatility and rising input costs. Audi India also declared a similar 2 per cent increase earlier this week.

Wales defeated Korea 2–1 in the 5–8th place classification match at the FIH Hockey World Cup Qualifiers 2026 in Hyderabad. Captain Elizabeth Bingham scored both goals for Wales, while Yeongeun Park netted Korea’s lone goal.

Actress Adah Sharma has announced her upcoming film ‘Super Velli’, directed by Rajesh Bachchani. The film presents her as a lazy, chaotic superhero who defies traditional hero stereotypes. The teaser showcases a superhero who naps instead of saving the world, yet stumbles into chaos with clumsy brilliance.

A 28-year-old man died after allegedly jumping from a rail overbridge in Jammikunta town of Karimnagar district on Thursday night. He was shifted to a hospital by locals but succumbed to injuries while undergoing treatment, police said.

As temperatures in Hyderabad approach 40°C, the National Institute of Nutrition advises residents to rely on traditional drinks like buttermilk, lemon water and tender coconut water to stay hydrated, warning that sugary beverages may worsen dehydration during intense summer heat.

Ultimate Table Tennis will return for its seventh season in Goa from July 2026, bringing together leading international paddlers and India’s top players. The franchise-based league will be broadcast on Star Sports and streamed on JioHotstar.

Municipal staff across Telangana have begun field verification of PTIN records and trade licences. The exercise has raised concerns about a possible property tax revision as the government struggles to meet its revenue collection targets.

Nearly one in six government primary schools in the State functions with only one classroom, forcing multiple grades to study together, according to the UDISE+ Report 2025, which highlights severe infrastructure shortages, teacher deficits and low enrolment in thousands of institutions.

Authorities across India, including Delhi, Jammu and Kashmir, and Uttar Pradesh, have intensified security measures ahead of Jumat-ul-Vida, the last Friday of Ramadan. Police deployments, drones, and CCTV monitoring were arranged to ensure peaceful observance.

The Directorate of Revenue Intelligence (DRI) has dismantled a large-scale clandestine synthetic drug manufacturing facility in Kondapalli, NTR District, under 'Operation White Hammer'.

A BBC and Collective Newsroom study reveals that women’s participation in cricket across 14 Indian states has doubled since 2020, with 16 per cent of young women now playing the sport. Motivations for following women’s sports have shifted towards supporting national teams and individual athletes.

BRS leader A Rakesh Reddy criticised the Congress government for sidelining unemployed youth while prioritising publicity programmes. He alleged that promises made in the Youth Declaration, including filling two lakh jobs annually, remain unfulfilled.