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India’s childhood obesity rates are surging by an average of 5% annually, marking it one of the fastest-rising trends recorded anywhere in the world

While digital breaks feel natural and fulfilling, mindful art-based activities deliver deeper and more sustainable cognitive benefits

Led by B Harika, the Telangana women’s team secured the silver medal in the 34th Federation Cup Throwball Championship in Tirupati. Telangana recorded several wins in the league and semifinal before finishing runners-up after losing to Andhra Pradesh in the final

An Armed Reserve constable of the Hyderabad police was allegedly stabbed to death by his friend in Uppal on Sunday evening after an argument. The accused fled after the attack and special police teams have been formed to trace him

A woman allegedly smothered her 14-month-old daughter at Risala Bazaar in Golconda on Sunday. Police said she tried to mislead family members by claiming the child was missing before the infant was found and declared dead at a hospital

Hyderabad traffic police have announced restrictions on several flyovers on the night of March 16 in view of Shab-e-Qadar. Two-wheelers will not be allowed on selected flyovers after 10 pm to ensure smooth traffic regulation and public safety

India finished the World Boxing Futures Cup 2026 in Bangkok with five medals, including a gold by Chandrika Pujari. Three Indian boxers won silver while Radhamani Longjam secured bronze, highlighting the progress of the country’s youth boxing programme

M Jeevan Reddy was elected Secretary of the Hyderabad Cricket Association while Dr Anil Kumar became Treasurer in the elections held on Sunday. Anil Kumar secured 61 votes, narrowly defeating Harinarayana Rao, who received 59 votes in the contest

A Ashvik Kumar won the juniors title with 5.5 points while Gade Vishal clinched the open category at the Brilliant Trophy chess tournament held at Brilliant Grammar High School in Hyderabad on Sunday

Rishabh Singh's unbeaten century powered North Zone to a commanding win over South Zone on Day 2 of the JK Bose Inter-Zonal T20 Cricket Trophy in New Delhi. West Zone also registered a convincing victory over East Zone

The Israeli military said it carried out strikes on Hezbollah infrastructure across Lebanon and issued evacuation orders for several Beirut neighbourhoods, while Hezbollah reported targeting Israeli troop positions and international leaders called for efforts to end the conflict.

Daniil Medvedev defeated top seed Carlos Alcaraz in straight sets to reach the Indian Wells final, ending the Spaniard's winning streak this year. Medvedev will face Jannik Sinner, who beat Alexander Zverev comfortably in the other semifinal

Nineteen-year-old Kimi Antonelli claimed his first Formula 1 victory at the Chinese Grand Prix, becoming the second-youngest race winner in history. The Mercedes rookie led teammate George Russell in a 1-2 finish, while Ferrari's Lewis Hamilton secured third place

Karimnagar Commissionerate police arrested 12 members of a cybercrime gang involved in creating mule bank accounts used for online fraud. The arrests were made under ‘Operation Crackdown’, with the alleged kingpin among those taken into custody

The UAE has ordered the arrest of 35 people, including 19 Indians, for posting misleading and fabricated videos online during regional tensions linked to the Israel-US-Iran conflict. Authorities said the content aimed to spread misinformation and create public panic

Prime Minister Narendra Modi wrote to Lok Sabha Speaker Om Birla after the House rejected a resolution seeking his removal, calling the move a political misdeed and accusing sections of the opposition of attempting to undermine democratic institutions

The DGCA has granted temporary relaxation in pilot duty norms for Air India’s long-haul flights as the airline takes longer routes to avoid restricted airspace over Iran and Iraq. The changes allow extended flying time and reduced crew requirements until April 30

Siddipet Foundation distributed more than 4,000 Ramzan kits to poor Muslims across Telangana. Founder Sadat Nazeer said the initiative was part of Zakat and aimed at helping needy families. Former Minister T Harish Rao appreciated the organisation’s charitable efforts

The Telangana government will release the first installment of Rythu Bharosa assistance on March 22. Chief Minister A Revanth Reddy will launch the distribution from Siddipet district, with Rs 3,590 crore to be credited to the bank accounts of 70 lakh farmers

Chief Minister A Revanth Reddy urged all religions to remain united for the development of Telangana while addressing an Iftaar gathering in Hyderabad. He said the government was committed to the welfare of minorities and highlighted measures taken for their representation

Authorities in Peddapalli have initiated legal action against rice millers who failed to return custom milled rice to the Food Corporation of India. Two mill owners were arrested as officials intensified measures to recover dues and curb misuse of the CMR system

BRS MLC Dasoju Sravan demanded an impartial investigation into the alleged drug case in Moinabad and accused the Congress of linking KT Rama Rao to it through a smear campaign. He challenged Congress leaders to undergo drug tests during the Assembly session

BRS district president Balka Suman expressed confidence that his party would win the Kyathanpalli municipality governing council. He accused the Congress and Labour Minister G Vivek of delaying the election process and demanded a democratic meeting as per the High Court order

Former minister T Harish Rao accused Chief Minister A Revanth Reddy of withholding Rs 10,000 crore in retirement benefits of government employees. Supporting a protest in Siddipet, he said delays had pushed retirees into hardship and demanded budget allocation to clear dues.