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Hyderabad Police arrested 52 persons, including 32 bank officials, in a nationwide cybercrime crackdown under Operation Octopus–2. The operation uncovered Rs 150 crore transactions linked to 850 cases across nine States, with officials urging swift reporting of cyber frauds.
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The Ministry of Textiles and NIFT unveiled the "Vishwa Sutra" collection at the 61st Femina Miss India in Bhubaneswar, showcasing 30 handloom weaves from across India reinterpreted with design inspirations from 30 countries. The initiative aims to position Indian handlooms as globally relevant while preserving their authenticity.
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Brahmin associations honoured Malkajgiri MLA Marri Rajasekhar Reddy after an acre of land was allotted for constructing a Brahmin building in Neredmet. He assured continued support to the community and thanked Minister Duddilla Sridhar Babu for assistance
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A 60-year-old woman died of sunstroke in Mancherial district while living under a makeshift polythene tent. Officials attributed her death to extreme heat conditions, as the district recorded high temperatures nearing 43 degrees Celsius
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Dilsukhnagar FC secured a 2-0 victory over Bolarum Sporting FC in the TFA C-Division league in Hyderabad. In another match, Reeds FC defeated Young Dynamos FC 1-0, with Atharva scoring the decisive goal
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Telangana is witnessing a high-stakes political clash as BRS chief K Chandrashekhar Rao holds his first major rally in Jagtial after a year, coinciding with Chief Minister Revanth Reddy’s Kataram event to launch the second phase of Rythu Bharosa.
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Pakistan has reportedly denied visas to 92 Indian Sikh devotees, sparking criticism over religious access to Gurdwara Panja Sahib. The move, reported in Khalsa Vox, has raised concerns about strained India–Pakistan religious pilgrimage arrangements and Sikh community sentiments
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Physical Directors and Physical Education Teachers of Telangana Social Welfare Residential institutions have urged the State government to grant long-pending promotions as principals. They also demanded immediate implementation of promotions from PD Grade II to Grade I
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Students from CHIREC International School, Hyderabad, won the beginner category at the Young Pioneers national finale held at IISc Bengaluru with their idea Plasmo Guard. The programme recognised innovative student projects from schools across India in multiple categories.
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RWAs in Hyderabad have proposed Fire Safety Cells in residential colonies to improve emergency response. The plan includes trained volunteers, fire drills in 500 societies, and a single-window NOC system. Officials discussed the proposal during Fire Service Week.
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The 405th Prakash Purab of Guru Tegh Bahadur was celebrated with devotion at Gurudwara Sri Guru Singh Sabha, Sitafalmandi, Secunderabad. The event featured Gurbani Kirtan, Kathas, and a community langar attended by hundreds of devotees and participants.
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Donald Trump said US negotiators will travel to Pakistan for talks with Iran amid rising tensions over a ceasefire. He accused Iran of violations in the Strait of Hormuz and warned of strikes on infrastructure if US terms are rejected
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The BJP has criticised Priyanka Gandhi Vadra over her remarks on the defeat of the Women's Reservation Bill in the Lok Sabha. The Bill failed to secure a two-thirds majority, triggering a sharp political confrontation between the ruling NDA and Opposition parties
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An explosion at the Vanaja Firecracker Factory in Tamil Nadu killed 18 workers and injured six others. The blast, likely caused by friction during production, destroyed parts of the unit and triggered a large-scale rescue operation
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Andhra Pradesh Deputy Chief Minister Pawan Kalyan is recovering steadily after undergoing a sinus procedure in Hyderabad. He thanked political leaders, ministers and actors for their wishes, while family members and colleagues expressed confidence in his quick recovery
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Global technology companies have laid off over 73,000 employees in early 2026 as they cut costs and shift focus to artificial intelligence. Firms including Snap, Meta and Oracle are restructuring operations, with more job losses expected across white-collar roles
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The government has initiated procurement of a compact UAV system for the IAF’s Garud Special Forces. The system will support high-altitude operations, enhance surveillance capabilities and promote indigenous defence manufacturing with a focus on improved range and endurance
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The BJP criticised Telangana Chief Minister A Revanth Reddy for comparing Prime Minister Narendra Modi to a demon, calling it an insult to a constitutional post. The party accused the Congress of spreading hatred and targeting Modi deliberately
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The West Bengal Assembly election narrative has shifted from corruption and governance to identity and citizenship after large-scale voter roll deletions. Political parties are now focusing on voter identity, making the polls a contest shaped by both numbers and emotions
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The Supreme Court issued pan-India road safety guidelines, banning parking on highways and ordering strict enforcement measures. It directed authorities to remove illegal structures, improve monitoring and ensure safer roads, stressing that protecting human life is a constitutional obligation
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A passenger bus fell 200 feet into a gorge near Pushkar Valley in Rajasthan’s Ajmer, killing two women and injuring 31 people. Rescue teams and locals carried out emergency operations as authorities investigate the cause and search for the driver
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Prime Minister Narendra Modi accused the TMC of betraying women by opposing the women’s reservation bill and said they would be punished in the upcoming West Bengal Assembly polls. He also announced welfare promises and targeted the ruling party’s governance
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West Bengal Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee accused Prime Minister Narendra Modi of misusing government machinery for political campaigns. She alleged violation of the Model Code of Conduct and questioned the delay in implementing the women's reservation bill
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Talasani Srinivas Yadav alleged that the state government announced Rythu Bharosa payments fearing the upcoming Jagtial meeting of K Chandrashekhar Rao. He criticised the Congress government’s performance and urged people to attend the public meeting in large numbers
