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A Hyderabad family met with a tragic accident near Alamogordo in New Mexico, leaving Purna Gopi Avala dead and other family members seriously injured. The family is now facing mounting medical and funeral expenses.
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Government Degree College (Autonomous), Khairatabad organised “Praja Palana Pragathi Pranalika – Education Week” featuring literary activities, yoga sessions, SDG awareness initiatives, Library Day celebrations, and women empowerment programmes, along with the release of “Illumine Literati 2026” and multiple academic collaborations.
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GMR Hyderabad International Airport Ltd. has commissioned Cargo Terminal 2 at Hyderabad airport, featuring advanced cold-chain infrastructure, sustainability measures, and an annual handling capacity of 50,000 metric tonnes, expandable to 100,000 metric tonnes, to strengthen India’s growing air logistics and cargo network.
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India Meteorological Department has issued a five-day red alert for Telangana as temperatures in several districts are expected to cross 44°C. Hyderabad and neighbouring districts remain under orange alert, while isolated rain and thundershowers are forecast in some areas later this week.
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Ramgopalpet Police recovered a bag containing Rs 1.2 lakh that was accidentally left in an autorickshaw by a passenger rushing for his father’s surgery. CCTV footage helped trace the vehicle, and the driver later returned the cash intact and was felicitated.
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Advertising Standards Council of India’s AdWise advertising literacy initiative has reached over 10.6 lakh students across India, helping them recognise advertisements, understand influencer marketing, and make informed digital choices through multilingual, age-appropriate classroom sessions focused on media and advertising literacy.
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Telangana continues to experience intense summer conditions with Adilabad recording the highest temperature of 44.5 degrees Celsius. While northern districts are facing extreme heat, high humidity levels across central and southern regions are adding to public discomfort.
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The origins of Hyderabad’s MMTS can be traced to the ambitious Circular Railway System proposed in the late 1980s. Conceived to reduce congestion through suburban rail connectivity, the project later evolved into MMTS, though experts say the original vision remains only partially realised.
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Hyderabad commuters have renewed demands for MMTS expansion, better Metro and TSRTC integration, and a direct rail link to RGIA after Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s appeal to reduce private vehicle use. Rail users say improved suburban connectivity is essential to easing congestion and lowering emissions.
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Mehdipatnam police arrested a man for allegedly using a fake number plate on his scooter to avoid traffic challans. The original registration number belonged to a Nizamabad resident, who filed a complaint after receiving repeated fines. Vehicle was seized
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Hyderabad Police have launched SOCEYE, an AI-based social media surveillance system designed to detect and track harmful online content. The platform enables real-time monitoring, automated alerts and analysis, helping identify objectionable posts and maintain public order during sensitive incidents
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Thousands of chemists and druggists in Hyderabad and nearby districts will observe a one-day shutdown on May 20 to protest against digital e-pharmacies, unfair pricing practices and relaxed online drug retail rules. Associations also raised concerns about public health and prescription verification
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DGP CV Anand reviewed the Maoist situation and anti-extremist operations at the Special Intelligence Branch in Hyderabad. Telangana police said 820 underground Maoist cadres surrendered between 2024 and 2026, along with 334 firearms, including several sophisticated weapons.
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A complaint was lodged at Narsingi Police Station against Telugu news channel Maha News for allegedly airing defamatory content targeting BRS leader RS Praveen Kumar’s family. The complainant sought action under the SC/ST Atrocities Act and withdrawal of the broadcasts.
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The Supreme Court on Monday stayed tree felling in the eco-sensitive zone around Hyderabad’s KBR Park and issued notice on a plea challenging tree cutting linked to road development under the H-CITI project. The interim order was passed by a two-judge bench.
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Students and experts described Physics as the toughest section in JEE Advanced 2026, while Mathematics was moderately difficult and Chemistry relatively easy. Paper II was more challenging due to length and conceptual demands, with time pressure affecting many aspirants.
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The NCB Hyderabad unit busted an illegal Alprazolam manufacturing and trafficking network, seizing 39.47 kg of the drug and Rs 85.36 lakh in cash. Three accused, including a chemist, were arrested for allegedly operating a long-running drug supply chain in Telangana.
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Petbasheerabad police have registered cases against 27 social media accounts for allegedly revealing the identity of a POCSO case victim. Authorities have launched an investigation into claims that some handles also monetised the disclosure, violating legal provisions protecting victim privacy.
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Under COVA’s Compassionate Citizenship Programme, students in Hyderabad are leading a campaign for plastic-free schools and elder care awareness. Several schools have pledged to eliminate plastic use by 2026, while students are also engaging faith leaders to spread awareness.
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Violence broke out in Gudimalkapur after two groups clashed over suspected cattle transportation, injuring several people, including a policeman. Stone pelting and vandalism disrupted traffic near PVNR Expressway, prompting police intervention and a probe into the incident.
