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Foreign media praises ECI's Special Intensive Revision (SIR) drive for enhancing India's electoral integrity. The initiative strengthens democracy by updating voter rolls, increasing credibility, and encouraging participation, especially among marginalized groups

The second edition of Udyan Utsav at Rashtrapati Nilayam in Secunderabad drew an unprecedented crowd of 8,000 visitors on Sunday. Entry is available through online booking or kiosks at the Visitor Facilitation Centre.

Stasya Pandya of Mumbai earned silver in the Dressage Team Event at the Junior National Equestrian Championship, scoring 67.463 with Kirrhi Taonga. Her team secured second place with a total of 207.287.

IAF celebrates Tejas LCA’s 25th anniversary of its first flight, highlighting advancements in the aircraft's development, including new variants, successful missile tests, and breakthroughs in indigenous life support systems

HariOm Dabeli & Vadapav, partnered with Kesar Ice Gola, launches a new expanded menu in Hyderabad, featuring traditional Indian snacks, beverages, Jain specials, and hygienic ice gola creations for all tastes

A three-year-old boy drowned in a swimming pool at a gated community in KPHB, Hyderabad, on Sunday. The police have registered a case and are investigating the incident.

Water conservationist Rajendra Singh blamed corruption for Indore's contaminated drinking water crisis, calling it a "system-created disaster." He criticized reliance on Narmada water and poor infrastructure, citing recent deaths from contamination

The Charminar, Hyderabad’s most iconic monument, has 149 steps leading to its top floor through narrow spiral staircases. While visitors can access only one minaret, the climb offers panoramic views of the city.

Cyberabad police caught 316 people for drunk driving during Saturday night checks, including two-wheelers, three-wheelers, cars, and heavy vehicles. 21 individuals had high BAC levels. All offenders are required to appear in court.

In Chandrayangutta, an auto-rickshaw driver, Syed Irfan, threatened a traffic sub-inspector with a dead snake after being caught drunk driving. He fled but was traced by police, apologized, and now faces legal proceedings in court.

Bangladesh Cricket Board refused to send its team to India for the T20 World Cup citing security concerns, government advice and Mustafizur Rahman’s IPL release, seeking ICC to shift matches to Sri Lanka

For the 2026 intermediate exams, TG BIE bars students from switching subjects. Barcoded OMR sheets will replace blank ones to streamline evaluation. Hall tickets will include QR codes for exam centres, with previews sent via WhatsApp to parents and students.

Telangana Governor Jishnu Dev Varma visited INS Himgiri and a Kalvari-class submarine at Visakhapatnam. He was briefed on the Navy’s advanced capabilities, indigenous technologies, and commended the Eastern Fleet for safeguarding India’s strategic interests in the Indo-Pacific region.

Police arrested 26 people after banner disputes sparked violent clashes involving stone-pelting and firing, killing one man and injuring several, ahead of a Valmiki statue inauguration in Gangavati, Karnataka

Doctors in Telangana, including IMA and TTGDA, oppose the government’s order expanding the Telangana Medical Council with ex officio members. They say it weakens doctors’ representation, compromises oversight, and urge withdrawal of GO Ms No 229 for democratic governance.

Amith Singh (38) was killed in Kamatipura, Old City, after being attacked near Pochamma Temple Road on Saturday. His wife reported the incident to police. Two people have been detained, and authorities are investigating the case.

Hyderabad Growth Corridor Limited is installing booster lanes at ORR toll plazas to ease Sankranthi traffic. FASTag users can pass without stopping, and authorities expect smoother journeys. R&B Minister requests toll-free travel between Hyderabad and Vijayawada during festival days.

Two men in Hyderabad, Mohd Arif (Bandlaguda) and Nissar Pasha (Chandrayangutta), were found dead on Saturday night. Families reported financial and personal difficulties. Police have registered cases and are investigating the circumstances surrounding the deaths.

The 359th Prakash Purab of Sri Guru Gobind Singh Ji concluded in Secunderabad with thousands of devotees attending the Vishaal Diwan. The celebrations included Gurbani recitations, Kathas, and traditional Guru-Ka-Langar, organised by the Prabhandak Committee of Gurdwara Saheb.

A 39-year-old woman in Madhapur, Hyderabad, was found dead at her home on Saturday night. Police say she had been experiencing health challenges. A case has been registered, and authorities are investigating the circumstances of her death.

NIMS, Hyderabad, successfully treated two young patients with ventricular premature contractions (VPCs) using advanced 3D mapping and radiofrequency ablation, improving heart function and addressing severe complications like LV dysfunction

A Pakistan-linked hacker group, APT36 (Transparent Tribe), has launched a cyber espionage campaign targeting Indian government bodies and universities. Malware delivered via spear-phishing emails can steal data, monitor activity, and hijack cryptocurrency transactions, cybersecurity firm Cyfirma reports.

Dr Chada Raji Reddy, senior scientist at IICT Hyderabad, has been elected a Fellow of the Indian Academy of Sciences. He is recognised for his work in organic synthesis, pharmaceutical chemistry, and development of scalable processes for drugs including COVAXIN®.

The DGCA has barred passengers from using power banks to charge devices during flights, citing fire risks linked to lithium batteries. Airlines have been directed to tighten safety checks, train crew and clearly inform passengers about the updated rules.