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Hyderabad police arrested five people, including four from Maharashtra and one local man, for selling cocaine in the city. Two customers were also caught. Police seized 276 grams of cocaine and eight phones during the operation
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Should the offer be accepted, the company will hold a 35.75 per cent stake in the South Africa firm, valued at R4 billion (USD 226 million), the company stated in a regulatory filing
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Students from Left groups protested at the Secretariat in Hyderabad over poor education policies. They demanded a new Education Minister, action on student deaths, fee control in private schools, and release of pending scholarships and other student dues
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Dr Naveen E Nicholas, Director of School Education, visited a free dental camp at Government Girls High School, Paloncha. Organised by Nava Limited and Rohini Foundation, the camp provided health checkups and dental kits to students as part of CSR
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Heavy rains triggered flooding in Mulugu, Mahabubabad, Kothagudem and Khammam, bringing Bogatha waterfalls alive while disrupting coal production, submerging homes and hostels, and leaving at least one dead. Authorities imposed curbs at tourist sites and deployed rescue teams across vulnerable areas.
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BRS MLC Dasoju Sravan criticised the Congress government for keeping BC reservation bills and caste survey reports secret. He demanded transparency, a White Paper, and an all-party delegation to Delhi to push for BC reservations in the Ninth Schedule
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All mortal remains handled with utmost professionalism; authorities concerned carried out identification of victims as per established protocols and technical requirements, says Ministry of External Affairs
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The redevelopment of Huppuguda railway station under the Amrit Bharat Station Scheme is progressing rapidly and is scheduled for completion by December 2025. With a Rs 26.81 crore investment, the project aims to upgrade infrastructure and enhance passenger facilities.
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Relentless rainfall across Telangana has inundated districts like Mulugu, Karimnagar and Khammam, disrupting daily life, damaging infrastructure, and prompting flood alerts. One person went missing, villages faced power outages, and tourism was restricted at Bogatha Waterfall amid heavy inflows.
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Hyderabad is witnessing a spike in seasonal diseases due to persistent bad weather. Government and private hospitals are reporting more cases of viral fevers. Health authorities have advised the public to avoid stale food, drink clean water and prevent mosquito breeding
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IRCTC will launch the ‘Ambedkar Yatra with Panch Jyotirlinga Darshan’ Bharat Gaurav tourist train from Secunderabad on August 16. Covering key spiritual and historical sites, the 9-day tour includes travel, stay, and meals. Bookings are now open.
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Many homeless people in Hyderabad are suffering due to heavy rain. With no proper shelter, they sleep on pavements, under flyovers or trees. They ask for help like raincoats, shelters, and basic needs from the government during the monsoon
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Two residents of Karimnagar drowned in Lower Manair Dam while fishing near Alugunur on Wednesday. One slipped into the water and the other drowned while trying to save him. Police retrieved the bodies and registered a case based on family’s complaint
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Several educational institutions in low-lying areas declare holiday as a precautionary measure; commercial markets at Charminar, Gulzar Houz, Shehran wear a deserted look
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A lorry driver allegedly ran over and killed a man on NH-44 in Medak after a collision and attempted escape. The victim, Sathi Reddy, died on the spot while trying to stop the lorry. Police registered a case and began investigation
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An Air India Express flight to Doha returned to Calicut Airport due to a cabin AC issue. All 188 on board were safe. The airline provided refreshments and later arranged another flight, which departed at 2:16 pm
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Apollo Hospitals in Jubilee Hills honoured bone cancer survivors on World Sarcoma Day. Survivors shared their recovery stories, doctors spoke on early detection and treatments, and experts raised awareness about bone cancer symptoms, surgeries, and rehabilitation
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Cleaning up supply chains will not just lower emissions, it will enhance long-term cost competitiveness and position Indian auto manufacturers as preferred international suppliers, says CEEW study
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Over 55,000 pension grievances were resolved via the CPENGRAMS portal between January and mid-July 2025, the government informed Parliament. The average redressal time dropped to 20 days, as per Minister Jitendra Singh, reflecting improved grievance handling
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A 22-year-old man died and four were injured when a speeding car rammed into a parked lorry near Renigunta toll plaza in Karimnagar. The victims were travelling from Hyderabad to Gangadhara. Police have registered a case and are investigating.
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A 24-year-old man and a 19-year-old girl died by suicide in separate incidents in Khammam’s Panditapuram village. Police suspect a love affair between them. Both bodies were handed over to their families after postmortem. Investigation is underway
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BRS MLC S Madhusudana Chari accused the Congress and BJP of long-standing betrayal of BCs by denying them reservations, resources, and representation. He demanded full implementation of the Kamareddy BC Declaration and warned of a backlash from BC communities.
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A man in Old Sarapaka, Kothagudem, was booked for kicking and threatening his minor daughter. The incident was reported by the child's mother through the Childline helpline, prompting ICDS officials to lodge a police complaint in Burgampadu.
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BRS leader T Harish Rao criticised the Congress government for imposing prohibitory orders at libraries and universities, calling it a move to stifle dissent among Telangana’s unemployed youth. He demanded immediate job notifications and accused the government of failing its promises.
