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Aham Brahmaasmi Foundation will organise a three-day symposium, “Awakening Through Enquiry”, in Hyderabad from June 19 to 21. The event will explore Indian philosophical traditions through lectures and discussions, offering participants an opportunity for study, reflection and intellectual engagement.

Andhra Pradesh para athletes won 29 medals, including 15 gold, at the 26th Junior and Sub-Junior National Para Swimming Championship in Bengaluru. Ravikumar Valasanaini and Parnika Nuthangi secured three gold medals each as the State delivered a strong performance

The ASMITA Women City League Cycling Competition, an initiative of Khelo India and the Sports Authority of India, will be organised on June 13 by the Medchal Malkajgiri District Cycling Association, providing a competitive platform for girls and women cyclists

Google’s AI chatbot Gemini faced an abrupt service disruption on Wednesday, with users reporting widespread unresponsiveness across apps and web platforms. Outage reports surged on Downdetector, highlighting errors and lockups across devices.

Sanika Chalke’s brilliant unbeaten 74 off 51 balls steered Aakash Tigers into the inaugural T20 Mumbai Women’s League final. Chasing 114, the Tigers defeated Thane Sky Risers by eight wickets at Wankhede and will face SOBO Mumbai Falcons on Saturday

Uncertainty over rainfall due to the expected El Nino effect is leaving farmers in Karimnagar district undecided about paddy cultivation this Vanakalam season. Agriculture officials are encouraging a shift to irrigated dry crops to minimise risks and potential losses.

Nepal’s Dipendra Singh Airee and Bangladesh duo Taijul Islam and Mushfiqur Rahim have been shortlisted for the ICC Men’s Player of the Month award for May. Lauren Bell, Gull Feroza and Maddy Green are contenders for the women’s honour

Sanika Chalke’s brilliant unbeaten 74 off 51 balls steered Aakash Tigers into the inaugural T20 Mumbai Women’s League final. Chasing 114, the Tigers defeated Thane Sky Risers by eight wickets at Wankhede and will face SOBO Mumbai Falcons on Saturday

AI and data security company Theom has launched its India operations with a new office in Hyderabad. The company plans to hire more than 50 employees this quarter and build teams across engineering, product development and innovation to support global growth.

Brilliant Chess Academy will conduct the 241st Brilliant Trophy Chess Tournament on June 13 and 14 at Brilliant Grammar High School, Dilsukhnagar. The event carries Rs 10,000 prize money and special awards for leading performers across multiple junior age categories

TVS Motor Company has presented a TVS Apache RTR 310 to India’s fastest 100m sprinter Gurindervir Singh in recognition of his achievements. The company said the association reflects a shared commitment to speed, performance, precision and pushing competitive boundaries

The Telangana government has extended key investigations for the damaged Kaleshwaram barrages from May-end to early July, raising concerns over restoration timelines. While the government maintains that repairs will be completed by summer 2027, technical studies and approvals remain pending

Hyderabad will host the second season of the Archery Premier League from October 8 to 18 at People’s Plaza. Six franchise teams featuring 48 Indian and international archers will compete in recurve and compound events in an 11-day tournament

A Nizampet farmer, declared brain dead after a medical emergency, became an organ donor under the Jeevandan initiative. His family donated his kidneys, liver and corneas, saving five lives. Telangana authorities praised the family’s decision as a noble act.

The Wireless, Antennas and Microwave Symposium (WAMS 2026) began at BVRIT in Medak with delegates from 18 countries participating. The event features discussions on 6G technologies, antenna systems and wireless communications, along with presentations of 753 selected research papers.

Seven iconic cricketers, including Harmanpreet Kaur and Ellyse Perry, are set to feature in their 10th consecutive Women's T20 World Cup. The milestone celebrates their extraordinary structural longevity from the tournament's 2009 inception to England 2026

The IMD Hyderabad has issued a week-long thunderstorm and lightning warning for all Telangana districts. Light to moderate rain is likely in several areas, with maximum temperatures expected to remain below 36°C due to ongoing weather activity.

Cyberabad police arrested a man and a hired killer for the murder of a woman in IDA Bollaram. The husband allegedly hired assailants from Bihar for Rs 2 lakh. Two others remain absconding as investigations into the contract killing continue.

Union Minister Mansukh Mandaviya launched Daaji’s book Five Prescriptions from the Ashtavakra Mahagita. The work reinterprets ancient wisdom from the Ashtavakra Gita as a guide for modern leadership, inner healing and spiritual growth, blending philosophy with practical life applications.

Karnataka Chief Minister D.K. Shivakumar arrived in New Delhi to discuss escalating portfolio discontent within his newly formed cabinet. Accompanied by disgruntled minister K.H. Muniyappa, Shivakumar seeks high command intervention to pacify senior leaders dissatisfied with their ministerial assignments

Residents of Hyderabad's Old City have urged authorities to address recurring waterlogging and traffic congestion during the monsoon season. They have called for improved drainage maintenance, regular de-silting and preventive measures at several flood-prone locations across the area.

The Cabinet Committee on Economic Affairs has approved a ₹1,234.91 crore General Pool Residential Accommodation project in Amaravati. Spanning 17 acres, the eco-friendly campus will feature 1,504 quarters, modern amenities, and generate significant employment during construction

Hyderabad Police have asked investors of Dhanwantari Foundation International to submit their details to the CCS for the refund process. Authorities have attached properties linked to the alleged Rs 516-crore fraud and plan to distribute auction proceeds among depositors.

A fierce war of words erupted between the Congress and the BJP over the rejection of Meenakshi Natarajan’s Rajya Sabha nomination papers. While Congress alleged systemic bias by the Election Commission, the BJP defended the decision on procedural ground