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DRI foiled a gold smuggling attempt at RGI Airport, seizing 11 gold bars weighing 1196.20 grams worth Rs 1.55 crore. The passenger from Sharjah and his Andhra Pradesh-based associate were arrested, and further investigation is underway.

Cyber impersonators are increasingly targeting senior officials in Hyderabad, including police commissioners, IAS and IPS officers. Fraudsters have been sending messages using officials’ display pictures and demanding small amounts of money under the guise of emergencies.

GHMC’s Happy Streets event at Sanjeevaiah Children’s Park focused on promoting a clean and green Hyderabad. Children participated in eco-friendly activities, took the Swacch City Heroes pledge, and received saplings, highlighting civic responsibility, waste segregation, and sustainable habits

The 1974–75 SSC batch of CSI High School, Karimnagar, celebrated its golden jubilee reunion on Sunday. Former classmates reunited at their alma mater, sharing laughter, anecdotes, and nostalgia. Retired teachers were felicitated for their contributions, while organisers ensured the event carried warmth and emotion.

Young Congress MPs are increasingly frustrated with Rahul Gandhi’s disruption-driven parliamentary strategy, which they say sidelines emerging voices and harms their careers. John Brittas’ recent revelations have intensified speculation about internal dissent and a possible split within the party

Rohini Acharya accused members of her family of abusing and humiliating her for donating a kidney to her father Lalu Prasad, announcing she was quitting politics and cutting ties. She blamed Tejashwi Yadav’s close aides for the RJD’s electoral collapse

Andhra Pradesh Chief Minister N Chandrababu Naidu said the recent tightening of the H-1B visa regime in the US is only a temporary setback, asserting that Indian tech professionals’ skill and cost advantage will keep them in global demand despite short-term policy disruptions

Hyderabad’s National Institute of Nutrition developed a patented herbal therapy for menopausal syndrome as a safer alternative to HRT. Recognised with the Health Research Excellence 2025 award, the non-hormonal Ayurvedic treatment addresses osteoporosis, metabolic syndrome, and fatty liver

A Mysuru college lecturer has been booked for allegedly sexually harassing an engineering student by promising good marks and threatening her with failure. The case adds to several recent harassment incidents involving faculty members at educational institutions across Karnataka

LVPEI concluded Children’s Eye Care Awareness Week with an awareness walk at KBR Park, attended by 600 children and parents. The event promoted outdoor play, sunlight exposure, and healthy reading habits to prevent or slow myopia, along with competitions and expert guidance

The fourth edition of Granules Green Heartfulness Run and Plantation Week saw over 100,000 participants nationwide, including 5,000 at Kanha Shanti Vanam. The event promoted fitness, community unity, and environmental awareness, with support from sports icons and the Ministry of Youth Affairs

Hyderabad and Cyberabad police conducted special weekend checks, catching 925 drunk drivers, mostly two-wheelers. Several recorded dangerously high BAC levels, with some exceeding 300 mg/100 ml. Authorities have booked cases, warning the public against drunk driving to ensure road safety

YSRCP chief YS Jagan Mohan Reddy criticised the TDP-led Andhra Pradesh government, citing CAG data that shows low revenue growth, shrinking capital expenditure, and rising debt. He said the state’s tax performance contradicts the government’s claims of high GSDP growth

BRS leader KT Rama Rao criticised both Centre and Telangana governments for the cotton procurement crisis. With only 1.12 lakh tonnes procured, farmers face losses of Rs 2,000 per quintal. He demanded a high-level Delhi delegation and urgent Central intervention

Experts from the Madras Crocodile Bank Trust visited Shivvaram Crocodile Sanctuary in Telangana, home to around 100 freshwater crocodiles. Officials plan to develop ecotourism, including trekking and visitor amenities, while promoting conservation of crocodiles, otters, and endangered bird species

Sabarimala is set to open for the 41-day Mandala pilgrimage season beginning Monday, with the Travancore Devaswom Board completing all arrangements for lakhs of devotees. Facilities include drinking water points, medical centres, sanitation services and strict virtual queue control

Two men from Pune and Ahmedabad were arrested in Kagaznagar for defrauding the public through fake online trading platforms. Police traced them after three others were arrested earlier. The accused allegedly cheated people of Rs 76.5 lakh using multiple bank accounts

A parked electric car caught fire near NTR Stadium in Domalguda on Sunday. Locals alerted authorities, and the fire department quickly doused the flames. No casualties were reported, and officials suspect a short circuit caused the fire.

A 28-year-old man from Choppadandi died by suicide after worrying about possible punishment and the fine in a drunk-driving case. Court proceedings were delayed, increasing his fear. Police have registered a case based on his mother's complaint and begun investigation

YS Jaganmohan Reddy criticised the Andhra Pradesh government, citing CAG data that shows slow tax growth and shrinking capital spending. He said the TDP’s high GSDP claims don’t match the weak revenue trends and alleged rising debt under the current regime

Actress Trisha Krishnan celebrated her dog Izzy’s first birthday with a small family gathering. She shared cute photos of the cake, decorations and her pet on Instagram. Fans flooded her post with love, while Trisha also updated followers on her personal goals and upcoming film

During her Hyderabad trip for a film event with Mahesh Babu and SS Rajamouli, Priyanka Chopra shared a cute video getting her hair undone, expressing how much she misses husband Nick Jonas while remembering his previous hairstyling attempts

Twenty-nine blackbucks have died at the Kittur Rani Chennamma Mini Zoo in Belagavi, with post-mortem reports blaming a bacterial disease, Hemorrhagic Septicemia. Conflicting official statements and delayed action have raised concerns about negligence and poor health monitoring at the zoo

India are 10/2 at lunch on Day 3 of the first Test against South Africa at Eden Gardens, chasing 124. Yashasvi Jaiswal and KL Rahul fell early, while Washington Sundar and Dhruv Jurel held their ground in the challenging conditions.