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Marking 25 years of his legendary 281 at Eden Gardens, VVS Laxman recalls the historic comeback Test against Australia in 2001, highlighting the crucial partnership with Rahul Dravid and the belief that helped India script one of cricket’s greatest victories.
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The Secunderabad Cantonment Board has received Rs 8.70 crore as service charges from the Army to address financial constraints and meet salary and pension liabilities. The allocation is part of ₹82.33 crore released to 17 cantonment boards across India.
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The Supreme Court has granted bail to Kashmiri separatist leader Shabir Ahmed Shah in a terror funding case, noting his prolonged incarceration and slow trial progress. Shah, arrested by the NIA in 2019, had challenged the Delhi High Court’s rejection of his bail plea.
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The GHMC has announced a 90 per cent rebate on pending property taxes under a one-time settlement scheme until March 31. Taxpayers can clear their dues through the GHMC website, MyGHMC app, Mee Seva centres, and Citizen Service Centres.
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Facing space shortage for academic activities, JNAFAU has asked the State government to direct TGCHE to vacate its rented campus building. The move follows the Council’s request to transfer 1,500 square yards of land along with the existing building
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A speeding car lost control on the outskirts of Medak town, crashing into a passenger auto and two motorcycles. Several people, including the auto driver and riders, sustained serious injuries, with a few reported to be critical.
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Hyderabad cyber crime police arrested 117 suspects during ‘Operation Octopus’ after conducting raids across 16 States in connection with 74 cybercrime cases. The accused were linked to over 1,081 cases nationwide, with fraud transactions worth around Rs. 139 crore.
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T-Hub has partnered with JETRO to support Japanese startups, corporates and investors entering the Indian market while helping Indian startups expand into Japan. The collaboration will focus on deeptech, AI, mobility and manufacturing through exchange programmes, innovation partnerships and investor connections.
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Hyderabad Task Force and Chilkalguda police arrested three persons for allegedly smuggling ganja in the city. Police seized 11.53 kg of ganja and three mobile phones. The accused reportedly sourced the drugs from an Odisha supplier and sold them to local customers.
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The Supreme Court has closed hearings on petitions filed by the Bharat Rashtra Samithi (BRS) seeking disqualification of MLAs who defected to the ruling Congress. The decision came after the Assembly Speaker informed the court that he had completed the inquiry and delivered his verdict, dismissing petitions against 10 MLAs for lack of evidence.
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Chief Minister A Revanth Reddy inaugurated the Netflix Eyeline facility in Hyderabad, describing both Netflix and the city as “glocal” --- global yet local. He highlighted Hyderabad’s cultural openness and Netflix’s transformation into a global entertainment leader.
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Indian Air Force helicopters carried out 54 sorties, dropping over 1.62 lakh litres of water to control a forest fire in East Siang district of Arunachal Pradesh. The four-day operation helped protect nearby settlements with multi-agency support
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The Supreme Court of India refused to hear a plea seeking repatriation of ashes believed to be of Subhas Chandra Bose from Renkoji Temple. The petition by grand nephew Ashis Ray was withdrawn after the court questioned proof and family consensus
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BRS working president KT Rama Rao has written to Union Petroleum Minister Hardeep Singh Puri highlighting a severe shortage of commercial LPG cylinders in Telangana. He warned that nearly 90 per cent of hotels and eateries in Hyderabad could shut down within 48 hours if supply is not restored.
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A Jharkhand boy who accidentally boarded a train to Kerala as a child reunited with his family after 13 years. Raja Gope was traced to his village in Chaibasa through efforts by NGOs and authorities
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Twenty-one Tangkhul Naga civilians detained by Kuki villagers and armed men in Manipur’s Ukhrul district were released after overnight negotiations between authorities and civil society groups. Security forces intensified patrols along the Ukhrul-Imphal road to prevent further tensions
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Two persons were killed and 19 others injured when a van carrying a marriage party overturned after a tyre burst at Kondapur village in Nirmal rural mandal on Thursday. Seventeen others sustained minor injuries, while two remain in critical condition and were referred to RIMS, Adilabad.
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Gold prices in India slipped slightly on Thursday while silver rebounded on strong buying. On Multi Commodity Exchange, gold futures declined marginally as global bullion weakened due to a stronger dollar, while silver gained. Meanwhile, the Indian Rupee hit a record low
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A 28-year-old government job aspirant allegedly died by suicide in Lambadithanda village, Kasipet mandal, Mancherial district. In a note, he expressed regret at not being able to fulfil his wish of supporting his parents.
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BRS working president KT Rama Rao visited the residence of late Union Minister Kavuri Sambasivara Rao in Hyderabad to pay his last respects and console the bereaved family. Accompanied by senior leaders, he recalled Sambasivara Rao’s contributions during the Telangana movement, particularly his visit to Sircilla as Union Textile Minister to interact with loom workers.
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The Baloch Republican Guards claimed responsibility for blowing up a major gas pipeline carrying fuel from Sui to Karachi in Pakistan. Meanwhile, the Balochistan Liberation Front reported attacks on military checkpoints in Balochistan, escalating regional security tensions
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Over 5,000 newly appointed licensed surveyors in Telangana met BRS working president KT Rama Rao, alleging that the Congress government had failed to provide them work or salaries despite issuing licences months ago. The delegation demanded immediate work allotment, allowances, and a transparent policy.
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Gas Authority of India Limited has halted natural gas supply to the 370 MW Yelahanka Gas-Based Power Plant, raising concerns over possible power disruptions. The shortage follows the West Asia conflict and the Centre’s decision to prioritise gas allocation for domestic and essential sectors
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Indian security agencies have warned of a possible surge in narcotics smuggling by Pakistan-based Khalistani elements, with several training camps reportedly reactivated. Intelligence inputs suggest groups backed by ISI may intensify drug trafficking and terror activities targeting Punjab
