"hussain-sagar"

B. Ravi Kumar and Shringhari Roy clinched the Optimist Main Fleet boys' and girls' titles respectively at the YAI-Secunderabad Club GMR Sports Youth Open Regatta. Several other categories, including ILCA 4 boys and Optimist Green girls, will be decided on Saturday.

Team Trishna Sailing Club defeated Team Telangana Sailing Association in a deciding race to win the Optimist Class Team Racing title at the 6th YAI-Secunderabad Club GMR Sports Youth Open Regatta on Hussain Sagar after a thrilling contest in challenging wind conditions.

Constant rain and shifting squalls tested young sailors on Day 2 of the 6th YAI Secunderabad Club GMR Sports Youth Open Regatta 2026 at Hussain Sagar, with Shringhari Roy, B. Ravi Kumar, and Tulsi Patle holding their lead across key fleets

Sixth YAI Secunderabad Club GMR Sports Youth Open Regatta inaugurated at Hussain Sagar in HyderabadThe sixth YAI Secunderabad Club GMR Sports Youth Open Regatta 2026 was inaugurated at Hussain Sagar Lake in Hyderabad on Monday.

The EME Sailing Association successfully hosted the first ILCA Open India International Sailing Championship alongside the 40th Hyderabad Sailing Week. The historic event drew 124 domestic and international sailors competing across elite ILCA-4, 6, and 7 classes

BRS working president KT Rama Rao has issued a legal notice to Deccan Chronicle, alleging defamation over a front-page report linking him to building permissions near Hussain Sagar. The notice demands removal of the article and an unconditional apology within 48 hours, warning of civil and criminal proceedings if the newspaper fails to comply.

Several Grade E lakes in Hyderabad have become major breeding grounds for disease-carrying mosquitoes due to severe pollution, low oxygen levels and water hyacinth growth, raising concerns over dengue, chikungunya and malaria risks, according to experts and the Telangana Lake Health Survey.

Agniveer Patil Anuraj and Agniveer Harsh Tiwari emerged champions in the ILCA-6 and ILCA-7 categories respectively at the Corps of EME Sailing Regatta 2026. HQ Southern Command claimed the Overall Championship Trophy at Hussain Sagar Lake

At 62, Suheim Sheikh, president of Yacht Club of Secunderabad, continues to mentor young sailors at Hussain Sagar Lake. His guidance has produced national champions, with debutants impressing at the Monsoon Regatta, blending academics and sport to inspire future talent

Synopsis: Telangana completely dominated the 17th Monsoon Regatta at Hussain Sagar, capturing 15 medals. Prodigy Rameeza Bhanu clinched the U-16 girls' gold, while national champion Ravikumar Banneoulu secured a historic double-trophy feat, anchoring the state's stellar sailing performance

Thirteen-year-old Nilkonda Mani stole the spotlight on the opening day of the 17th Monsoon Regatta National Ranking Sailing Championship at Hussain Sagar. Despite difficult wind conditions, the young sailor secured a commanding victory to take the early lead in the competition.

Hussain Sagar lake is emitting a strong foul odour as rising summer temperatures trigger heavy algal bloom. BPPA has intensified bioremediation using microbial solutions and plans additional measures, including speed boats, while restoration equipment remains unused pending operations begin soon.

Traffic restrictions and diversions will be in place near Ashok Nagar and Indira Park X Road from March 13 due to dismantling and reconstruction of the Hussain Sagar Surplus Nala Bridge. Motorists have been advised to plan travel and use alternate routes.

Water quality at Hussain Sagar has deteriorated, with yellowish colour and foul smell alarming visitors and residents. BPPA officials attributed the change to seasonal weather conditions and pollution, and said bioremediation measures are being taken to control the stench during summer.

A 26-year-old woman from Kukatpally was found dead in Hussain Sagar after going missing for two days. Police suspect suicide, citing emotional distress linked to repeated failures in marriage talks and family responsibilities.

The GHMC will inaugurate a new link bridge across Hussain Sagar surplus nala at Ashok Nagar on January 2. Built at a cost of Rs 6 crore, the bridge will improve connectivity and ease traffic in central Hyderabad.

Chief Election Commissioner of India Gyanesh Kumar visited key historical and cultural landmarks in Hyderabad on Saturday. He toured Golconda Fort and Hussain Sagar, where officials briefed him on heritage and architectural aspects of the sites.

Despite heavy monsoon rains, Hyderabad’s groundwater levels dipped by 1–3 metres in several areas, according to the Ground Water Department. Officials blame poor percolation, illegal borewells and rapid urbanisation, warning of a likely water crisis in summer if trends continue.

A delegation of Thai Buddhist monks visited key Buddhist landmarks in Hyderabad, including Mahabodhi Vihara and the Buddha statue at Hussain Sagar, as part of a world peace pilgrimage. Organised by the Gagan Malik Foundation and Gulbarga Siddhartha Buddha Vihara, the visit highlighted Telangana’s potential as a global Buddhist tourism destination.

A 28-year-old chartered accountant from Hyderabad, identified as Keerthika Agarwal, died by suicide along with her toddler daughter after jumping into Hussain Sagar Lake. Police suspect marital disputes led to the tragedy. A case has been registered and investigation is underway.