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Khairatabad Police Station police arrested two repeat offenders accused of stealing mobile phones from homes where residents slept with open doors during summer nights. Police recovered 22 stolen phones, while one accused was found to have 29 prior criminal cases.

A retired bank employee from Old Alwal has alleged that she was cheated of Rs 3.75 crore by a man posing as an insurance executive. The accused reportedly promised huge profits before disappearing, prompting the victim to approach the police.

Two men posing as Enforcement Directorate officials allegedly attempted to extort money from Vindhya Bullion Company in Hyderabad’s Sanathnagar by using fabricated complaints and threats. The company later approached police, who have launched an investigation into the incident.

Telangana State Road Transport Corporation is expanding EV charging infrastructure across Hyderabad to support the phased introduction of electric buses. Charging stations are operational at several depots, with 13 more planned as part of the State’s green public transport initiative.

A POCSO case has been registered against Bandi Sai Bageerath, son of Union Minister Bandi Sanjay Kumar, following allegations by a minor girl in Hyderabad. Bageerath has filed a counter-complaint accusing the girl’s family of attempting to extort Rs 5 crore

Hiyya Dino Mandi Restaurant has opened at GPR Multiplex in Kukatpally, Hyderabad. Inaugurated by Manchu Manoj and Suma Kanakala, the dinosaur-themed restaurant promises a unique dining experience for families and children, with plans for expansion across the city.

A 49-year-old woman who accidentally fell into the Musi River near Amberpet spent the night trapped in the water before being rescued on Saturday morning by HYDRAA, DRF, and Fire Department personnel.

Yashoda Hospitals Group has been featured in the ‘World’s Best Hospitals 2026’ rankings by Newsweek and Statista for the eighth consecutive year, with its Somajiguda, Secunderabad, and Malakpet units earning recognition among India’s top hospitals.

The Telangana Pollution Control Board announced the State Best Environmental Performance Awards 2026 to recognise institutions and industries for achievements in pollution control and waste management. The awards will be presented on World Environment Day, with nominations open until May 15.

TG ECET 2026 hall tickets will be available from May 9 at 11 am. The exam, conducted on May 15, has over 18,000 applicants and enables lateral entry into BE, BTech and BPharmacy programmes across Telangana.

Adilabad police arrested five persons for allegedly creating fake Aadhaar cards, voter ID cards and birth certificates in Mavala. Nearly 300 digital documents and five mobile phones were seized, while another accused person remains absconding.

Two people were injured after a car carrying five occupants overturned on the PVNR Expressway near pillar 161. The vehicle, travelling from Rajiv Gandhi International Airport, lost control and hit a divider, causing traffic disruption before being cleared.

Hyderabad’s women safety narrative faces scrutiny after CP Sumathi’s undercover midnight operation in Dilsukhnagar exposed widespread harassment, raising larger questions about policing, misogyny and women’s safety in public spaces after dark.

TG EAPCET 2026 will provide instant provisional scores for over 2.10 lakh engineering aspirants, based on a preliminary key. Conducted by Jawaharlal Nehru Technological University Hyderabad, the exam aims to improve transparency and reduce student anxiety.

The Hydraa Police Station at Hussain Sagar remains non-functional a year after inauguration, awaiting legal clearance. Though staff has been deputed and 29 FIRs registered, full operational status is still pending, according to officials of the Hydraa agency.

New findings from LinkedIn show rising caution among Indian job seekers, with 82% checking for scams before applying. However, Gen Z professionals remain vulnerable, prompting LinkedIn to introduce stronger verification, detection and safety measures across its platform.

Skyroot Aerospace has raised nearly $60 million, achieving unicorn status at a $1.1 billion valuation. The funding will support the development and launch of Vikram-1, India’s first privately developed orbital rocket, strengthening the country’s private space industry.

Researchers from L V Prasad Eye Institute have warned that contaminated swimming pools may expose children and swimmers to serious eye infections. Doctors advise using goggles, avoiding swimming with contact lenses and maintaining proper hygiene to reduce risks during the summer season.

Amazon India has announced that its Great Summer Sale 2026 will begin on May 8, offering discounts across multiple categories. The sale will also showcase AI-powered shopping tools, affordability options and products from leading technology, fashion and lifestyle brands.

A 21-year-old security guard from Bihar died after a fire broke out at his residence in Mailardevpally, Hyderabad, during the early hours of Thursday. Fire officials suspect a short circuit caused the blaze, which trapped the victim inside the smoke-filled house.