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Fourteen jazz musicians from India and the United States will perform at Hyderabad's RNR Auditorium on June 24 as part of Swing City Jazz. Led by Boston Jazz Artist of the Year Jared Sims, the concert will feature a full-scale big-band ensemble.

Mahindra University and France's Groupe des Écoles Centrale have launched the MU × GEC Innovation Challenge under the India–France Year of Innovation 2026. The initiative will support early-stage start-ups through mentorship, exchanges, innovation programmes and international market exposure.

The Telangana Anti-Narcotics Bureau's EAGLE Force conducted simultaneous raids across multiple districts and commissionerates, leading to the detection of 14 drug consumers. Investigators linked the users to an alleged drug supply network and uncovered financial transactions exceeding Rs 3 lakh.

Bank of Baroda has launched the bob Golden Goal Deposit Scheme, a 555-day retail term deposit offering interest rates of up to 7.40 per cent per annum. The scheme is available for deposits below ₹3 crore and can be accessed online or through branches.

BRS working president KT Rama Rao criticised Chief Minister Revanth Reddy over the delay in Hyderabad Metro Rail Phase-II, alleging the Congress government failed to secure Central approval despite repeated visits to Delhi and accusing it of mishandling Metro expansion plans

Fuel prices in Hyderabad have risen sharply over the past month, with petrol increasing by nearly ₹8 per litre. Following the US–Iran agreement to ease tensions around the Strait of Hormuz, consumers are now hoping for relief at the pumps.

A casting artist has been booked by Banjara Hills police after a budding actress accused him of sexual harassment, intimidation and non-payment of dues. The actress alleged threats and inappropriate behaviour after being called to meet him in Hyderabad.

TGSRTC has announced special arrangements to ensure smooth transportation for students as schools reopen after summer break. MD Y Nagi Reddy directed officials to restore routes, align schedules with school timings and operate additional services to meet student commuting demand.

The Transport Department launched a statewide inspection drive as schools reopened, checking over 1,000 buses and booking 150 violations. Thirty-five buses without fitness certificates were seized. Officials said strict enforcement will continue to ensure student safety across the State.

As the FIFA World Cup captivates football fans worldwide, several video games offer immersive ways to experience the sport. From eFootball and Dream League Soccer 26 to Goals and FC 26, these titles deliver realistic gameplay, online competition and World Cup-inspired action.

Ongoing underground drainage works at Gandi Maisamma junction have caused severe traffic congestion for months, delaying thousands of commuters. Narrowed roads, rainwater stagnation and heavy vehicle movement have worsened conditions, though authorities say restoration work will soon be completed.

Vehicle registration services at RTOs were disrupted on Monday due to recurring technical issues in the upgraded Vahan software. Slow response times and intermittent outages caused long queues, delayed registrations, and increased waiting times, prompting public frustration and calls for swift resolution.

The Labour Welfare Organisation has invited applications for educational scholarships for children of Beedi workers, mine workers and cine workers in Telangana and Andhra Pradesh. Eligible students from Class I to professional degree courses can apply online through the National Scholarship Portal.

Golconda Police have arrested four persons for the murder of social media influencer Masood Chandi in Hyderabad. Investigators said a dispute over his love marriage led to the attack. The accused allegedly assaulted him with weapons before fleeing the scene.

KVB Reddy, Managing Director and CEO of L&T Metro Rail (Hyderabad) Limited, has been named among India’s Top 50 Great People Managers 2026 by the Great Manager Institute. The recognition highlights his people-centric leadership and contribution to organisational excellence.

Researchers at BITS Pilani Hyderabad have developed PestiSafe, a portable pesticide detection device that rapidly tests food and water samples without laboratory equipment. Costing about Rs 7,000, the platform combines dual optical sensing technologies and smartphone connectivity for accurate field-based monitoring.

A new study warns that India's healthcare system is failing to identify pesticide-related illnesses in farming communities. Gaps in medical education, limited toxicology training, and inadequate patient questioning mean chronic diseases linked to pesticide exposure often go undiagnosed and unreported.

A Hyderabad-based advocate has urged Telangana Police to formulate SOPs for handling property disputes involving alleged organised mafias. Citing his own experience, he claimed police often classify such cases as civil matters, leaving property owners vulnerable to harassment and unlawful occupation.

Members of the Cockroach Janata Party and other organisations staged a protest demanding Union Education Minister Dharmendra Pradhan’s resignation over alleged exam irregularities. Activist Sonam Wangchuk called for accountability and systemic reforms to strengthen India’s education and examination framework.

Recent spells of rain have exposed deficiencies in Hyderabad’s monsoon preparedness, prompting intervention by senior police and HYDRAA officials. Civic bodies cite resource limitations and delayed infrastructure works as waterlogging, traffic congestion and rain-related fatalities continue to affect residents.