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India’s major airlines have warned the government of a potential operational shutdown due to soaring ATF prices and rising costs. The industry has sought uniform fuel pricing, tax relief and financial support to remain viable amid mounting losses
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The University of Hyderabad has secured a top-tier position in the Times Higher Education Asia University Rankings 2026. The ranking highlights its strong academic performance, research output, and global collaborations, placing it among the top Indian institutions.
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Gold prices in New Delhi fell ₹1,800 to ₹1.54 lakh per 10 grams while silver dropped ₹6,500, pressured by rising crude oil prices, a stronger US dollar, and expectations of prolonged higher interest rates impacting global bullion markets
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An elderly buffalo herder from Rangampet village drowned in the Godavari river near Mulkalla in Hajipur mandal while tending his herd. His body was recovered by divers a day later after police launched a search.
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Erstwhile Adilabad district is facing a severe heatwave for the second day, with Dasturabad in Nirmal district recording the state's highest temperature of 46.0 degrees Celsius. Multiple mandals across Adilabad, Nirmal, and Kumram Bheem Asifabad are consistently seeing mercury levels hover between 45 degrees Celsius and 46 degrees Celsius.
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Annalena Baerbock urged renewed commitment to the UN Charter amid global tensions, questioned Donald Trump’s “Board of Peace”, and highlighted India’s key role in multilateralism during talks with S Jaishankar
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Khairatabad police arrested D Robert Samuel for allegedly using a scooter registration number assigned to another vehicle, causing wrongful traffic challans to the actual owner. Following a complaint, police registered a case, traced the accused, and seized the vehicle.
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Saudi Arabia remains an OPEC heavyweight despite waning influence, as rivalry with the UAE deepens over economic interests and regional politics, particularly in the Red Sea region
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MVS Sudhakar has assumed charge as General Manager and Zonal Head of Bank of Baroda’s Hyderabad Zone. With over 30 years of experience, he will focus on business growth, compliance, digital banking, and strengthening MSME, retail, and agriculture segments.
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The Telangana Social Welfare Residential Educational Institutions Society is facing a leadership crisis, with no full-time secretary for months amid frequent bureaucratic transfers. The situation has raised concerns over administrative continuity in managing 268 residential schools and colleges.
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Former minister T Harish Rao accused the Congress government of filing false cases against BRS social media convenor Manne Krishank and other party workers. He alleged that the arrests were politically motivated to silence dissent, criticised the administration’s handling of agricultural procurement, and compared Chief Minister Revanth Reddy’s governance style to autocratic rule.
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BRS leaders and farmers staged a protest in Choppadandi against new paddy procurement norms, citing financial burden and delays. They demanded a return to the previous system, alleging the new rules would create hardships for farmers during procurement.
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Anand is currently working as the Special Secretary, Home Department, Government of Telangana. He is a receipient of the President’s Gallantry Medal in 2002
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The induction of T Jeevan Reddy into BRS has triggered political churn in Telangana, with several Congress leaders reportedly exploring a shift. Dissatisfaction within Congress and BRS’s growing traction are seen as key factors behind the trend.
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The National Medical Commission has scrapped population-based restrictions and enrolment caps on medical colleges, enabling expansion of MBBS seats. The reform also revises hospital distance norms, marking a significant policy shift aimed at easing growth in medical education.
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The Ministry of Home Affairs informed the Supreme Court of India about coordinated measures against digital arrest scams, including WhatsApp banning 9,400 accounts, SIM blocking systems, RBI safeguards, and a proposed biometric verification framework to strengthen cybercrime prevention nationwide
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A man allegedly killed his two minor sons and died by suicide by hanging in Thorrur of Mahabubabad district. Police shifted the bodies for post-mortem and registered a case. The reason behind the incident is yet to be known.
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Former minister T Harish Rao alleged that Telangana Police tapped phones and used CCTV surveillance to track BRS leaders, claiming evidence exists. He warned of action against officials and accused the Congress government of misusing State machinery
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The Kerala High Court took suo motu cognisance of violence during a statewide hartal over the death of student Nithin Raj, directing police to submit a report and issuing notices to organisers amid disruptions to public life
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Family members of a 56-year-old Nalgonda man declared brain dead following a road accident donated his organs, including kidneys, liver, and corneas. The decision facilitated life-saving transplants, with Jeevandan officials praising the family’s humanitarian gesture.
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Manish Sisodia said he will boycott proceedings before Justice Swarana Kanta Sharma in the excise policy case, citing concerns over impartiality and expressing solidarity with Arvind Kejriwal, invoking “Satyagraha” as his stance
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BRS leaders, along with farmers, staged a strong protest in Choppadandi, Karimnagar district, opposing the newly introduced paddy procurement system by the Telangana government. The protest, led by former MLA and Choppadandi in-charge Sunke Ravishankar, included a dharna and rasta roko at the Ambedkar statue.
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BITS Pilani has introduced a mandatory Social Conduct course for first-year students across all campuses. The credit-bearing programme focuses on emotional intelligence, consent, and gender sensitivity, aiming to promote safer and more responsible campus communities.
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The Supreme Court of India said religious institutions must operate with defined norms and cannot function in “anarchy” while hearing the Sabarimala Temple-related case, stressing structured management and constitutional limits on religious freedom and entry practices
