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GHMC Commissioner RV Karnan reviewed progress on the Moosarambagh downstream bridge and Nalgonda flyover projects on Thursday. He directed officials to accelerate construction works and ensure the bridge is opened to traffic at the earliest to ease commuter movement.

Hyderabad police have registered the first case under the Telangana Advocates Protection Act, 2026, after a woman allegedly attacked advocate Nishat Raza at the Family Court in Purani Haveli. A counter-case has also been filed, and both complaints are under investigation.

A three-year-old girl found wandering alone in Hyderabad's Chilkalguda area was safely reunited with her family after a local resident alerted police. Officers quickly secured the child, conducted inquiries in the neighbourhood, and traced her family within a short time.

The Secunderabad Task Force and Malakpet police arrested two interstate drug peddlers and seized 20 kg of marijuana worth about Rs 10 lakh in Dilsukhnagar. The accused allegedly transported the contraband from Odisha, while two other suspects remain absconding.

A complaint has been lodged with Mehdipatnam police seeking legal action against Goshamahal MLA T Raja Singh over alleged remarks targeting Muslims and Muslim women. The complainant has urged authorities to verify a viral video, investigate the matter, and safeguard communal harmony.

A construction worker from Andhra Pradesh died after reportedly losing his balance and falling from the third floor of an under-construction building at Navodaya Venture in Medchal on Thursday. Police visited the site and have launched an investigation into the incident.

Hyderabad has emerged as a major data centre destination, with live capacity more than doubling since 2022 and a 1.9 GW project pipeline. Investments by Microsoft, AWS and Oracle are accelerating the city's transformation into a leading hyperscale and AI infrastructure hub.

Star Hospitals has released a free public health book, The Human Bone Joints Explained, authored by orthopedic and robotic surgeon Dr Neelam V Ramana Reddy. The publication aims to promote mobility, dispel myths, prevent joint degeneration, and encourage pain-free living.

A seven-year-old boy who suffered life-threatening injuries in a dog attack, including severe blood loss, scalp avulsion, and an ischemic stroke, has recovered after intensive care and reconstructive surgery at Kamineni Hospitals. He was discharged on Thursday following successful treatment.

The TG LAWCET and PGLCET 2026 results were announced on Thursday, with 76.65 per cent qualifying in the three-year law course, 52.72 per cent in the five-year course, and 93.03 per cent in PGLCET. Toppers from Andhra Pradesh and Telangana were also declared.

A Telangana Government committee member has urged TITA to identify and document IT professionals who participated in the Telangana Movement. TITA will form a Screening and Selection Committee and invite eligible individuals to submit evidence supporting their involvement in the statehood struggle.

The Telangana Forest Development Corporation organised a series of eco-awareness programmes at the Botanical Garden, Hyderabad, including World Bicycle Day celebrations and a forest fire awareness drive. Participants pledged to adopt sustainable practices and contribute towards a greener, healthier Telangana.

A fire broke out at a garments store in Maitrivanam, Ameerpet on Thursday afternoon. Firefighters rushed to the spot and launched operations. No casualties have been reported so far, while nearby buildings were evacuated as a precautionary measure.

Cyberabad police arrested four persons for allegedly posing as policemen and kidnapping businessmen to extort money. The gang used fake IDs and uniforms to deceive victims. Over Rs 6 lakh was extorted, and multiple fake documents and weapons were seized.

Hyderabad Task Force and SR Nagar police arrested a suspended CISF constable for allegedly transporting 158 kg of marijuana worth Rs 79 lakh. The accused, previously booked under the NDPS Act, is suspected of continuing interstate drug trafficking activities.

Tolichowki police arrested a caretaker for allegedly robbing an elderly woman’s house and stealing mobile phones and imitation jewellery. The accused was engaged through a home care service. Police recovered stolen items and registered a case following a complaint.

Prohibition and Excise Department officials seized defence liquor worth Rs 1 lakh from a former military employee in Secunderabad. The accused allegedly sourced liquor from Madhya Pradesh at low prices and sold it illegally in Sainikpuri. A total of 58 bottles were recovered.

The Hyderabad Management Association and Rishi UBR Women’s College have launched the PRAGNYA Management Research Centre to promote research, publications, and industry-academia collaboration. An MoU was signed to support the centre’s long-term growth and strengthen research capabilities among students and faculty.

A multi-year evaluation of COVA Peace Network’s Compassionate Citizenship Programme found significant improvements in students’ social awareness, environmental consciousness, civic responsibility, and community participation. The report recommends expanding similar initiatives to educational institutions nationwide for holistic student development.

Lupin and Hyderabad-based Natco Pharma have received USFDA approval for Eribulin Mesylate Injection, a generic version of Halaven used to treat metastatic breast cancer and advanced liposarcoma. The reference drug recorded annual US sales of approximately $43.7 million.