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Hyderabad saw a record 3.03 lakh Ganesh idols immersed, causing nearly 20,000 tonnes of waste. GHMC sanitation workers faced challenges clearing it, eight times the normal daily waste. Environmentalists urge eco-friendly idols and better waste disposal methods

Hyderabad’s GHMC Food Safety wing inspected 18 vegetable and fruit markets during a weekly drive, engaging 455 vendors. Officials highlighted hygiene practices, grading standards, FSSAI registration, and proper waste disposal to ensure safer food supply in the city.

The GHMC has started major stormwater drain works at Maitrivanam in Ameerpet, leading to severe traffic congestion. Officials say the project, aimed at reducing flooding during rains, will be completed in two to three weeks despite current commuter inconvenience

GHMC has launched distribution of 2 lakh eco-friendly Ganesh idols in Hyderabad, along with clay pots and lamps. The civic body has also deployed 25,000 workers in three shifts and set up immersion ponds, sanitation and safety measures for smooth festivities.

Justice B Vijaysen Reddy asked GHMC to justify its order closing beef shops on August 15 and 16, after a petitioner challenged the directive as arbitrary, lacking legal basis or explanation

GHMC will hold an indie puppy adoption drive at Jalagam Vengalrao Park, Banjara Hills, on August 17. The initiative aims to find homes for stray puppies, offering health checks and vaccinations to encourage adoption over pet purchases.

GHMC has launched new tech-driven services, including online tax payment, e-waste pickup, mosquito fogging requests, and asset mapping, via the MyGHMC app to make civic services faster, transparent, and citizen-friendly in Hyderabad

The water level in Hyderabad’s Hussain Sagar rose to 513.41 meters on Saturday after three days of heavy rain. Officials said there is no immediate overflow risk and are maintaining 18 vents for outflow while monitoring inflows and low-lying areas.

BRS MLA KP Vivekanand accused Congress MLA Mynampally Hanumantha Rao of provoking violence and targeting BRS leaders in Malkajgiri. He also blamed CM Revanth Reddy for law and order failures, warning of serious consequences if political attacks continue

Many internal roads in Hyderabad are in poor condition due to neglect and incomplete works. Residents face daily hardships, urging GHMC to act swiftly to restore and maintain road infrastructure

The Greater Hyderabad Municipal Corporation has launched an intensive road maintenance drive, aiming to fix potholes, catch pits, and damaged medians at 7,500 locations across the city within a week, in a bid to improve traffic flow and ensure motorist safety

Indiramma canteens in Hyderabad will soon serve breakfast at Rs 5, with GHMC subsidising the cost. The Rs 15.33-crore scheme uses 139 mobile containers. GHMC also clears tenders for civic infrastructure projects and lease extensions for TGSPF and Hydraa at Buddha Bhavan

Justice B Vijaysen Reddy of Telangana High Court criticizes GHMC officials for their failure to act on unauthorized constructions in Khanamet, demanding weekly reports and accountability from civic departments

80 food samples have been collected for analysis; bakeries urged to follow hygiene norms and label food items properly

The initiative aimed at strengthening urban governance, improving sanitation and taking up select development works across ULBs, is scheduled to run until September 10

On Thursday, the GHMC Commissioner, RV Karnan, held a video conference with zonal commissioners and town planning officials. He instructed them to identify dilapidated and dangerous buildings and ensure the safety of human lives

Desilting of nalas and drains is progressing at a snail’s pace. Huge piles of mud remain accumulated on main roads, along with uncovered manholes, open craters filled with pebbles, and potholes that remain unfilled — all of which are likely to become major problem areas once the rains begin to lash the city

Officials say initiatives are underway to ensure dignified employment opportunities for community members

Hyderabad's fire department is launching an awareness campaign after recent fire incidents, including a blaze at the State Bank of India building. The GHMC is enforcing fire safety rules, issuing notices to non-compliant buildings to ensure regular equipment maintenance

The farmer, Krishna collapsed at his residence while discussing the land selling issue after dump yard proposal, with Lakhsmi. He was rushed to the government hospital in Narsapur where he died while undergoing treatment