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CARE Hospitals, Hitec City, has completed 250 robotic-assisted knee and hip replacement surgeries using the Mako system. Doctors said the technology improves accuracy, reduces surgical variability, and supports faster recovery through patient-specific planning and real-time robotic guidance.
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The State Task Force of the Prohibition and Excise Department seized 141 bottles of non-duty-paid liquor during vehicle checks at Pahadishareef near the airport. Officials said the liquor was being smuggled from other States, causing revenue loss to the State.
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Hyderabad Police arrested four persons for allegedly possessing and selling ganja. Four kilograms of the contraband and three mobile phones were seized. Police said the ganja was sourced from Odisha and distributed to local customers in the city.
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Attapur police have registered two cases following an incident involving cattle transporters and gau rakshaks. One case was booked under the Cow Slaughter and Animal Cruelty Acts, while another was filed against a group accused of attacking the transporters.
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The National Medical Commission will introduce anti-doping awareness into medical education and CPD programmes, mandating stricter prescription documentation for athletes.
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Traffic police are monitoring GHMC’s proposal to build three flyovers and an underpass at IIIT Junction in Gachibowli. While the project aims to ease congestion in the busy IT corridor, diversion plans will be finalised once construction begins.
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Khanapuram Haveli police arrested three persons for allegedly encroaching on Bhoodan and government lands in Khammam urban mandal. The accused reportedly collected up to Rs. 1 lakh from people by promising house plots and later attacked Forest officials during fencing work
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Cyberabad Police have added two trained dogs from the State CID to their K9 squad, increasing the total strength to 18. The unit includes explosive, narcotics, and tracker dogs used for VIP security, investigations, and crime detection.
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The Kerala High Court has stayed the release of the controversial film Kerala Story 2 for 15 days, just a day before its scheduled debut. Petitioners argued that the film could incite communal tensions, prompting the court to issue an interim order halting screenings.
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Sree Vishnu’s upcoming film Vishnu Vinyasam will run for 1 hour and 59 minutes. Despite its short length, the actor promises full entertainment. The urban comedy features Nayana Sarika and boasts a strong supporting cast and technical team.
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Alembic Pharmaceuticals has received final approval from the USFDA for its Lamotrigine orally disintegrating tablets used in the treatment of various seizure disorders.
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The Cyberabad Police are considering adopting an Artificial Intelligence-based predictive traffic management system to address congestion and improve road safety. The move aims to strengthen data-driven planning amid rapid urban growth.
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Nearly 145 small and marginal farmers in Cheriyal village of Sangareddy district are set to lose 107 acres for an industrial park. Over 600 trees may be felled. Officials promise compensation and jobs, but villagers allege pressure to part with lands.
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BRS MLC Dasoju Sravan has written to Rahul Gandhi seeking intervention against the proposed Rs 5,000 crore Mahatma Gandhi Sarovar Project on the Musi riverfront. He urged the Congress leadership to halt evictions and prioritise social guarantees.
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The Director of Medical Education, Telangana, has terminated 94 government doctors for remaining unauthorisedly absent for over a year. The action impacts several key departments and medical colleges across the State.
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Border areas of Maharashtra experienced mild tremors late on Wednesday night after a 3.9 magnitude earthquake struck near Mancherial at a depth of 10 km. No casualties or property damage were reported, though residents rushed outdoors in panic.
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Actors Vijay Deverakonda and Rashmika Mandanna were married in an intimate ceremony at Mementos by ITC Hotels, Ekaaya, Udaipur. The couple christened their union “The Wedding of VIROSH”, a name coined by fans. Close family and film fraternity members attended the celebrations.
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Union Minister Ashwini Vaishnaw urged social media platforms to fairly share revenue with content creators, including journalists, influencers, and researchers. Proposed IT rules also mandate labeling AI-generated content, strengthening transparency, accountability, and fairness in India’s digital content ecosystem
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Tamil director Venkat Prabhu humorously acknowledged a clock goof in his 2008 hit *Saroja* on X. The playful exchange with a fan, featuring Senthil and Goundamani gifs, delighted netizens, highlighting the film’s lasting popularity and comedic charm
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'Bhooth Bangla' reunites Akshay Kumar and director Priyadarshan after 14 years. The film’s first song, ‘Ram Ji Aake Bhala Karenge’, showcases a fun-filled ghostly universe. Produced by Balaji Motion Pictures, it releases on 10th April 2026 with a star-studded cast
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A major fire broke out at Mangala Gowri Shopping Mall on Road No. 36 on Thursday afternoon. Four persons trapped inside were rescued safely, with no casualties reported. Fire tenders, Disaster Response Force teams and police launched a coordinated operation.
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VK Sasikala, former aide of late Chief Minister J. Jayalalithaa, on Thursday said the name of her new political party will be announced within a week and confirmed that it will contest the upcoming Assembly elections.
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The Election Commission of India estimates 2,500 CAPF companies may be needed for a single-phase West Bengal Assembly poll. Final decision on phases depends on feasibility, balancing security deployment with preventing voter intimidation and reducing multi-phase election complexity
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The Telangana government has announced the introduction of a Road Safety Cess on new vehicle purchases from March 1 to generate dedicated funds for traffic management and accident prevention. The cess, ranging between Rs 2,000 and Rs 10,000 depending on vehicle category, is expected to raise Rs 270 crore annually.