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Police rescued 15 calves and arrested two persons during a vehicle check at Yamnampet in Ghatkesar. The animals were allegedly being transported illegally from Tuni cattle market to Hyderabad. The calves and vehicle were seized, and an investigation is underway.

The ACB conducted fresh searches in a disproportionate assets case involving suspended Shamirpet Tahsildar T Sucharitha, already in custody for an alleged bribery case. Officials are examining her properties, bank accounts and investments as part of the ongoing investigation.

Alwal Police arrested three persons for allegedly duping nearly 100 families by issuing fake double-bedroom housing allotment certificates. The accused collected money promising government houses, while police seized fake documents and said the main accused remains absconding.

The Special Intensive Revision of electoral rolls has begun in Hyderabad district and will continue until July 24. Booth Level Officers will make three household visits, while voters can verify records, update addresses, submit forms online, and seek assistance through helplines.

The Khairatabad Ganesh Utsav Committee has unveiled the theme for the city's iconic 69-foot Ganesh idol as Panchamukha Sankatahara Maha Ganapati. Construction commenced with Karra Puja, and over 100 workers will craft the eco-friendly idol ahead of Ganesh Chaturthi.

BRS working president KT Rama Rao accused the Congress government of failing to fulfil its promises, pushing Telangana into debt and hurting the real estate sector. He also called on party workers to strengthen the organisation and prepare for future electoral battles.

The British Council will host a virtual Study UK Pre-Departure Briefing on July 16 for Indian students heading to UK universities in the Autumn/Winter 2026 intake. The session will cover visas, accommodation, travel, wellbeing, student life and support services.

A 35-year-old auto-rickshaw driver transporting schoolchildren was caught driving under the influence of alcohol during a special traffic check in Goshamahal. With a BAC level of 60 mg/100 ml, he was booked for endangering human life and public safety.

A fire broke out at the Swapnalok Complex in Secunderabad on Thursday, triggering panic among occupants. Firefighters and police rushed to the spot, evacuated the building and brought the blaze under control within two hours. No casualties were reported.

NxtWave has partnered with IIT Kharagpur Outreach Course Network (OCN) to offer micro-specialisation courses to NIAT learners from 2026. Eligible students will receive certificates, alumni status, student credentials and advanced technology training alongside their regular NxtWave programme.

The Hyderabad Public School, Begumpet, held its Investiture Ceremony 2026, formally inducting the newly elected Student Council. Rear Admiral Srinivas Maddula inspired students with lessons on leadership and service, while the school reaffirmed its commitment to holistic education and responsibility.

Police suspect that a cash van driver and his two sons meticulously planned the theft of Rs. 17 lakh from an ATM cash replenishment vehicle at I S Sadan. Five special teams have been formed to trace the accused and recover the money.

Hyderabad's historic, centuries-old Bibi-ka-Alam procession will traverse the Old City this Friday. Mounted on a caparisoned elephant, the sacred relic honors Bibi Fatima, drawing thousands of mourners along a five-kilometer route from Dabeerpura to Chaderghat

The Telangana government has announced elaborate arrangements for the upcoming Bonalu festival in Hyderabad, scheduled from July 16 to August 13. The festivities will begin at Golconda Fort and conclude at Lal Darwaza and Haribowli temples.

Businessman and social worker Abdul Muqeet Chanda has committed Rs 50 lakh towards the education of orphaned and meritorious students under the 'Gift A Smile' initiative, using savings from his son's wedding to support deserving children from economically weaker sections.

Police beat patrolling has evolved significantly from foot patrols and point books to GPS-enabled tablets and vehicles. Officers recall decades of change in equipment, mobility and methods, highlighting how modern technology has transformed policing and improved monitoring of local jurisdictions.

AIMIM floor leader Akbaruddin Owaisi inaugurated Rs 3.27 crore worth of development works in Hyderabad’s Old City. As part of his outreach programme, he is touring municipal divisions and interacting with voters ahead of upcoming municipal elections expected in October.

Turkapally Police, along with Agriculture Department officials, busted an interstate spurious cotton seed racket and seized ₹10 lakh worth banned BG-II seeds. One person was arrested while another remains absconding. The accused allegedly misled farmers with false yield promises.

Hyderabad Cyber Crime Police have arrested six persons for allegedly facilitating a trading fraud that cheated a city resident of Rs 1.22 crore. The accused reportedly provided bank accounts to cyber fraudsters and earned commissions for enabling illegal financial transactions.

TGSRTC is set to deploy 37 newly procured electric buses on five additional routes across Hyderabad. The expansion is expected to improve commuter connectivity, strengthen the corporation's eco-friendly fleet and reduce emissions, with trained drivers being prepared ahead of the phased rollout.