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Dr Snigdha Gowd, Chairperson and CEO of Dr Gowd’s Dental Hospitals, has won the ‘Aligner Specialist of the Year’ award at the Famdent Excellence Awards in Mumbai, becoming the only orthodontist from Telangana to be honoured for her advanced aligner and orthodontic expertise.

The 64 Yogini Trail exhibition by Dr Beena Unnikrishnan, Ekaa: The One, will be held at Gallery 78, Hyderabad, from March 26 to 28. The national travelling showcase reimagines India’s Yogini tradition and celebrates the sacred feminine through contemporary art.

Three men, including Bojja Ajay, were arrested in Mavala for allegedly attempting to extort Rs 50 lakh from property owner Rakesh Sharma over a land dispute. Police seized two phones, while a fourth suspect remains absconding.

GHMC Commissioner RV Karnan conducted an unscheduled inspection of the Chanchalguda–Santosh Nagar steel flyover on Tuesday, directing officials to expedite construction and meet the firm June 2026 deadline. The flyover aims to ease traffic congestion in the area.

NACO, under Mission AIDS Suraksha, is intensifying engagement with States to strengthen district-level HIV response. Hyderabad will host the Suraksha Sankalp Karyashala on March 25, with Telangana’s 19 priority districts participating to discuss progress, challenges, and targeted strategies.

The University of Hyderabad inaugurated the third cohort of its five-day Faculty Development Programme on Artificial Intelligence, training college faculty from Andhra Pradesh in practical AI applications. Hands-on sessions aim to enhance teaching and research capabilities across multiple disciplines.

A technical glitch at the State Data Centre disrupted property and asset registrations across Hyderabad on Tuesday. Key services, including e-KYC and document verification, were affected, causing delays. Authorities deployed technical teams and advised citizens to check portal status before visiting offices.

Gujarat Titans head coach Ashish Nehra said the team will not change its approach for the upcoming IPL season. Emphasising trust in players, he highlighted the team’s consistent performances and strong mindset since joining the league in 2022.

Election Commission of India held a high-level meeting to boost coordination among poll-bound states, aiming to ensure free and fair elections. Officials focused on curbing illegal inducements, strengthening surveillance, and enhancing inter-state cooperation ahead of upcoming polls

The Women’s Selection Committee has announced India’s squad for the five-match T20I series against South Africa starting April 17. Harmanpreet Kaur will lead the team, with Smriti Mandhana as vice-captain for the away tour.

KT Rama Rao criticised the arrest of BRSV leaders during a protest near the Assembly, calling it suppression of dissent. He demanded their immediate release and accused the government of ignoring student issues, pending dues and problems in residential schools.

Nitish Kumar was elected unopposed as National President of Janata Dal (United) for the fourth time. With no rival candidates, he will continue leading the party, aiming to ensure stability and organisational control ahead of upcoming political challenges

The Centre plans to cut broken rice allocation under PDS to boost ethanol production, freeing 90 lakh tonnes annually. Sanjeev Chopra said the move aims to strengthen supply chains, support blending targets and reduce crude import dependence

Unemployed youth in Hyderabad announced a ‘Chalo Assembly’ protest on March 26 against the Congress government’s failure to deliver promised jobs and allowance. Protesters demand recruitment notifications, job calendar and fulfilment of election commitments

Drugs Control Administration Telangana issued a high-priority advisory on Semaglutide use, warning against self-medication and online purchases. Authorities stressed prescription-only access amid rising demand after patent expiry and cautioned about serious health risks from misuse

Dr Sivaranjani Santosh faces legal notices from pharma firms over high-sugar ORS products, triggering nationwide support from doctors. Backed by Food Safety and Standards Authority of India norms, the controversy has intensified debate on misleading health claims

The Supreme Court ruled that individuals who convert to religions other than Hinduism, Sikhism or Buddhism cannot claim Scheduled Caste status or related benefits. The court upheld an Andhra Pradesh High Court decision quashing a pastor’s case filed under the SC/ST Act

Swiggy raised its platform fee by 17% to ₹17.58 per order after Zomato made a similar move. The hikes reflect rising operational costs and a broader industry trend to improve margins amid increasing expenses

T Jeevan Reddy plans to quit Congress, prompting Mahesh Kumar Goud to hold last-minute talks in Jagtial. The move follows internal rift over leadership priorities, with party leaders attempting to persuade him to reconsider his decision

Bharat Rashtra Samithi Students Wing activists protested near Telangana Assembly over pending fee reimbursements and education neglect. Police detained several leaders after a scuffle, as students demanded dues clearance, job calendar implementation and better funding for welfare schemes

A 26-year-old man was arrested in Hyderabad for allegedly filming a woman bathing in a hostel in SR Nagar. Caught by the owner, he was handed to police, who registered a case and launched an investigation

A 54-year-old man was killed in a road accident in Hyderabad when a speeding truck hit his motorcycle in Keesara. The victim died on the spot, while the driver fled. Police have registered a case and launched an investigation

A report by Emkay Global Financial Services forecasts recovery in Indian markets as oil pressures ease. The Nifty 50 may stabilise, with rupee strengthening and bond yields softening, though higher crude prices could impact growth, inflation and fiscal balance

Akshay Kumar revealed he chose Raju’s role in Hera Pheri over the lead to explore a mischievous character. Director Priyadarshan confirmed the actor preferred experimentation, shaping one of Bollywood’s most iconic comic performances