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Autorickshaw drivers in Hyderabad are facing long queues and hours of waiting at LPG dispensing stations due to a severe supply shortage. Many drivers say the crisis is affecting their daily earnings as they struggle to find fuel across the city.

Two Indian LPG tankers carrying about a day’s supply of cooking gas have crossed the Strait of Hormuz amid tensions. Their arrival is expected to ease shortages as India continues to secure fuel supplies despite global disruptions

Sambhuti Learning, in association with HSSC, organised an ‘AI Playbook for School Leaders’ workshop in Kompally for over 100 CBSE school principals. Experts discussed artificial intelligence’s growing role in teaching, administration and future-ready educational institutions.

Prime Minister Narendra Modi urged citizens to remain united and vigilant amid the ongoing West Asia conflict, warning against rumours. Speaking during Mann Ki Baat, he also thanked Gulf nations for supporting over one crore Indians living and working in the region.

Nizam’s Institute of Medical Sciences will organise a free comprehensive health screening camp for senior citizens on March 31 in Hyderabad. The camp will include diagnostic tests, physiotherapy and counselling services to help detect common age-related health conditions.

Cybercriminals are exploiting gaps in coordination between police wings to operate mule account networks across the country. Officials say better monitoring at the police station level could help track account holders and curb cyber fraud.

Scientists at Hyderabad’s National Institute of Nutrition have developed a five-spice Poly-Herbal Extract that may help prevent serious diabetes complications. Preclinical studies show it can reduce cataracts, kidney damage and nerve disorders, with human clinical trials planned next.

Prime Minister Narendra Modi addressed a rally in Palakkad, saying Kerala is witnessing political change. He targeted the LDF and UDF while projecting the NDA as an alternative, as part of an intensified campaign for the 2026 Assembly elections

Luxury fashion label Divani has opened its flagship store in Banjara Hills, Hyderabad, with Namrata Shirodkar and other guests attending the launch. The collection revives heritage silhouettes such as khada dupatta and farshi gharara using traditional craftsmanship techniques.

Property owners along the two elevated corridor stretches in Secunderabad Cantonment have defaulted on property tax payments, citing the impact of road widening works. The SCB has issued demand notices and warned of penalties if dues are not cleared before March 31.

Mumbai Indians will become the first IPL franchise to play 300 T20 matches when they face Kolkata Knight Riders in their IPL 2026 opener at Wankhede Stadium. The five-time champions also aim to end a five-year title drought.

Tamil Nadu Chief Minister M K Stalin will launch the DMK’s Assembly election campaign from Tiruvarur on March 31. The party has announced candidates and begun outreach efforts as alliances take shape ahead of the April 23 polls

Seven of India’s top 10 most valued companies lost Rs 1.75 lakh crore in market value last week amid global uncertainties. Reliance Industries led the losses, while markets remained volatile due to geopolitical tensions and weak global cues

Cyberabad Traffic Police booked 138 motorists during a weekend special drive against drunk driving. Seven offenders recorded extremely high blood alcohol levels up to 550 mg/100 ml. All accused will be produced before court, while a local court imposed fines on 403 persons.

CAIT said India’s supply chains remain strong and stable despite global tensions, with adequate stocks of essential commodities. Traders have been advised to maintain normal operations and avoid panic, while authorities continue to monitor supply and distribution closely

A 10-month-old baby girl was crushed to death by a reversing lorry at a cement bricks manufacturing unit in Seetharampalli village of Mancherial district on Sunday. Police registered a case against the driver following a complaint.

Speaker G. Prasad Kumar suspended BRS MLAs for two days from the Telangana Assembly amid protests demanding a House Committee probe into alleged illegal mining involving Revenue Minister Ponguleti Srinivas Reddy during the ongoing Budget session.

The RBI will introduce stricter digital payment rules from April 1, 2026, making two-factor authentication mandatory. The move aims to reduce online fraud, improve security and increase accountability, though transactions may take slightly longer to complete

Several financial and regulatory changes, including the new Income Tax Act, revised railway rules and possible labour reforms, will come into effect from April 1, impacting taxpayers, employees and commuters while influencing household finances and compliance requirements

IndiGo will introduce over 30 new routes from Navi Mumbai International Airport between March 29 and April 23, expanding connectivity across India. The airline will also increase Gujarat operations and partner with AAHL for duty-free shopping rewards

Former India all-rounder Irfan Pathan says Sunrisers Hyderabad’s poor powerplay performance with the bat and lack of bowling control led to their six-wicket loss to Royal Challengers Bengaluru in the IPL 2026 opener at the M. Chinnaswamy Stadium.

Two-time Olympic medallist Hardik Singh has set his sights on the 2026 Hockey World Cup after winning the Balbir Singh Sr Award for Player of the Year for the third time at the Hockey India Annual Awards in New Delhi.

Hyderabad hosted the country’s first Sports Hackathon, organised with Telangana government support. Over 2,000 participants registered, with 20 innovators shortlisted to pitch ideas aimed at solving athletes’ fitness and technical challenges through technology and sports innovation.

In Telangana, government doctors’ associations—including TTGDA, TGGDA, and TSRDA—strongly opposed the State’s proposal to appoint IAS officers as heads of teaching hospitals. They argued that hospital administration requires specialized medical training and clinical expertise, not bureaucratic leadership, to maintain quality and accountability