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Sunrisers Hyderabad have signed South African pacer Gerald Coetzee as a replacement for injured David Payne for the remainder of IPL 2026. Coetzee brings international experience and added pace strength as SRH push for a strong finish this season.

Meta is reportedly planning to lay off at least 10 per cent of its workforce next month, with further cuts likely in 2026. The move comes amid a global surge in tech layoffs driven by AI-led restructuring and post-pandemic corrections.

Rashmika Mandanna is undergoing martial arts training for her upcoming film Mysaa, with director Rawindra Pulle calling her character a “weapon”. A new poster showcases her intense, battle-worn look in the female-driven action drama set against a tribal backdrop.

Andhra Pradesh Chief Minister Chandrababu Naidu criticised the Congress-led Opposition for blocking key bills on women’s reservation and delimitation, warning of reduced representation for southern and smaller states and calling it a setback to federal balance and women’s empowerment.

Costa Rica received a second group of migrants deported from the US under a third-country agreement, including an Indian national, offering options for voluntary return or residency amid concerns over migrants facing legal uncertainty abroad.

Pune airport runway was temporarily shut after an Indian Air Force aircraft incident on Friday night. The IAF confirmed the aircrew are safe with no civil damage. Efforts are underway to restore operations and resume normal flight services soon

Royal Challengers Bengaluru, led by Virat Kohli's brilliant form, will look to extend their winning run when they face an inconsistent Delhi Capitals side. Despite a few star performances, DC’s lack of consistency makes them underdogs in this contest

Shubman Gill's 86 guided Gujarat Titans to a five-wicket win over Kolkata Knight Riders, while Kagiso Rabada and Mohammed Siraj's fiery spells reduced KKR to 180. Cameron Green's 79 was not enough to save KKR from defeat

Chennai Super Kings' coach Stephen Fleming discusses the team's confidence after consecutive wins, MS Dhoni's progress, and captain Ruturaj Gaikwad's form ahead of the IPL match against Sunrisers Hyderabad. He also praises Dewald Brevis' return to the team

Ravinder Singh Bhinder, the Rajasthan Royals team manager, was fined Rs 1 lakh for using a mobile phone in the dugout during the IPL match against Royal Challengers Bangalore. This violation was against BCCI’s IPL PMOA protocols

At the Thrive 2026 conference in Stanford, RSS General Secretary Dattatreya Hosabale emphasised that technological progress must be tempered by ethics, equality, and respect for nature. He highlighted India’s civilisational traditions that integrate science and spirituality, while warning that rapid innovation without social balance could deepen inequality.

A late-night fire broke out in a private AC sleeper bus at KPHB, Hyderabad, sparking panic among passengers. Thanks to the quick response of the bus crew, all 20 passengers were evacuated safely before the flames consumed the vehicle.

Protests broke out across Telangana after BJP MP Tejasvi Surya likened the state’s formation to the partition of India and Pakistan. BRS leaders condemned the remarks as insulting to Telangana martyrs and warned of intensified agitation.

Telangana has accelerated scientific restoration of Kaleshwaram barrages. Advanced tests and studies are under way, with designs to be finalised before monsoon. Repairs will begin after rains, aiming to ensure long-term structural safety.

The Constitution (131st Amendment) Bill, 2026, aimed at amending the Women’s Reservation Act, failed to secure a two-thirds majority in the Lok Sabha. YSR Congress chief Jagan Mohan Reddy criticised parties opposing the bill, warning of adverse consequences for southern states if delimitation is based on the 2026 census.

Vedakumar Manikonda, a noted heritage conservationist from Hyderabad, has been elected to the National Executive Committee of INTACH for a three-year term. Already a member of the Governing Council, his inclusion in the Executive Committee strengthens South India’s representation in national heritage initiatives.

BRS working president KT Rama Rao accused the BJP of deliberately stalling the Women’s Reservation Bill by linking it to delimitation, despite broad political support. He also pressed for the long-pending increase in Telangana Assembly seats under the Andhra Pradesh Reorganisation Act.

BRS working president KT Rama Rao distributed laptops to seven underprivileged girl students in Hyderabad under an initiative by the Touch A Life Foundation. The programme, held at his residence, aimed to promote digital access and self-reliance among marginalised communities.

Attributing motives to judges weakens institutional legitimacy, and normalises executive pressure on courts

Police in Hanamkonda have arrested five people, including a woman, her brother, and her lover, for plotting and executing the murder of her husband, Bharath, in Mulugu district. The police cracked the case after a missing complaint was filed by Bharath’s father, leading to the arrest and remand of all accused.

Former BRS MP Joginipally Santosh Kumar presented the "Green India Challenge" at a Commonwealth Secretariat meeting in London, highlighting India’s citizen-driven ecological restoration efforts. The initiative has planted 196 million trees, installed over 22,000 rainwater harvesting systems, and revived thousands of water bodies.

The Telangana Electricity Regulatory Commission (TGERC) will conduct a public hearing on May 28 regarding the licence application of the newly formed Telangana Rythu Power Distribution Company Limited (TGRPDCL). Citizens can submit objections or suggestions by May 18.

The Telangana Asthitva Vedika, chaired by V Prakash, has called for collective action to preserve the state’s cultural and historical identity. Warning that rapid modernisation threatens Telangana’s distinct character, the Forum announced its inaugural meeting on April 19 at Ravindra Bharathi.