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Hyderabad Police Commissioner VC Sajjanar held a meeting with gau rakshak groups, urging them to follow legal procedures, avoid violence, and not assist at check-posts, while announcing strict measures to maintain law and order ahead of Eid al-Adha.

Telangana is set to receive relief from an intense heatwave as the IMD forecasts thunderstorms, rainfall, and a temperature drop of 2–3°C between May 5 and May 8, with heavy rain alerts issued for several districts.

The removal of the NMC’s population-based seat cap has strengthened Telangana’s ambitious plan of medical colleges in every district, enabling expansion of MBBS seats while shifting focus toward addressing faculty shortages and improving healthcare education infrastructure.

A mega camp organised by Narayan Seva Sansthan provided 815 artificial limbs to 745 differently abled individuals. The event saw emotional moments, with beneficiaries gaining mobility, while dignitaries praised the initiative’s impact on improving lives.

Hyderabad Police Commissioner V. C. Sajjanar urged motorists to follow strict road safety rules, avoid stopping on ORR unless necessary, and use the helpline in emergencies. He called for collective efforts to prevent accidents and save lives.

TG EAPCET 2026 will begin on May 4 with strict entry rules, including a one-minute late policy. Over 90,000 students will appear for the A&P test, while JNTU-H has prohibited wrist watches and electronic gadgets inside exam halls.

A Hyderabad father and son were felicitated by police for exposing an LPG cylinder theft racket after noticing a weight discrepancy. Their complaint led to arrests and seizure of illegally refilled cylinders, highlighting the importance of consumer vigilance.

GHMC has opened help desks across circle offices to assist citizens with LRS-2020 applications. The government has extended the payment deadline till July 31, 2026, offering a 25% rebate on fees to encourage plot regularisation.

A plumber has been arrested for allegedly killing a man during a drunken altercation in Moula Ali and hiding the body under a kitchen platform. The crime came to light four months later when skeletal remains were discovered.

INCOIS has received the Subhas Chandra Bose Aapda Prabandhan Puraskar 2025 for its vital role in ocean-related disaster warnings. The organisation provides crucial early alerts and advisories, strengthening India’s disaster preparedness and response systems.

Hyderabad restaurants are likely to increase Biryani and other food prices due to rising LPG costs and supply issues. Owners say the hike could be Rs 30–40 per plate as they struggle to manage growing operational expenses.

Water in Osman Sagar and Himayat Sagar has turned green, prompting concern among authorities. Officials attribute the change to monsoon vegetation and summer heat, while intensifying monitoring and testing to ensure safe drinking water supply across Hyderabad.

Commuter groups have raised concerns over Telangana’s proposal to introduce free MMTS travel, citing financial shortfalls, operational constraints, and potential overcrowding. They suggest a targeted reimbursement model instead, while highlighting unresolved infrastructure gaps and last-mile connectivity issues.

GHMC collected Rs 441.88 crore under its Early Bird property tax scheme in April 2026, surpassing last year’s figures. Over 3.57 lakh taxpayers availed rebates worth Rs 23.25 crore, with Khairatabad zone recording the highest collections among all zones

The Telangana government will provide double-bedroom houses to families displaced during lake restoration works in Hyderabad. Hydraa officials have begun identifying eligible beneficiaries using satellite data, following Chief Minister Revanth Reddy’s directive to ensure justice to affected residents

Inspired by KT Rama Rao, BRTU leader Hamali Srinivas provided insurance to 183 drivers in Uppal. KTR handed over certificates to beneficiaries and praised the initiative, promising to revive the insurance scheme if the party returns to power

BRS working president KT Rama Rao condoled the death of six Sircilla residents in a fatal ORR accident near Hyderabad. He assured support to bereaved families, coordinated relief measures, and directed officials to ensure medical aid for the injured

Water supply in several parts of Hyderabad will be disrupted for 24 hours from 6 am on May 2 due to cleaning works at Asifnagar filter beds. Multiple localities will be affected during the scheduled maintenance period.

Upon taking charge as the news DGP of Telangana, CV Anand stressed on the need to use modern methods to enhance policing as criminals too were evolving with new methods. He also directed SsP and CPs to remain in their respective districts and focus strictly on law and order duties. 

Hydraa has urged Hyderabad residents to report old and dilapidated buildings to prevent accidents, following a fatal wall collapse in Bengaluru, assuring prompt action and confidentiality for informants to help identify and demolish unsafe structures in high-traffic areas.