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Students are being forced to attend classes in an over 55-year-old building that has already been identified as a dilapidated structure a year ago. On Sunday, a large portion of the ceiling came down in the corridor on the first floor of the college. As it was a holiday there was no mishap
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Games like Wuchang: Fallen Feathers show how poorly optimised launches remain a major issue. From bugs and glitches to heavy file sizes, unpolished releases waste power, time, and money. Better optimisation could improve play, reduce energy costs, and ensure sustainable gaming
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A crocodile was spotted for the third time this monsoon in Hyderabad’s Musi River, resting on a rock near Langer Houz. Children alerted elders, who informed the police. Forest officials have been notified to handle the situation
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BITS Pilani celebrated the achievements of 8,450 working professionals graduating under its Work Integrated Learning Programmes. About 1,050 attended in person, while over 7,400 joined virtually through Metaverse technology, including 122 graduates from 24 other countries.
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A mega job mela will be held on August 19 at Simal Garden, Malakpet, from 8 am to 1 pm. Companies across pharma, healthcare, IT/ITES, education, and banking will conduct preliminary interviews. Entry is free, and SSC-qualified candidates can attend
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Traffic congestion is rampant in Hyderabad’s Old City, particularly on Charminar–Chandrayangutta and Shamsheergunj–Kalapather roads. Citizens say alternative routes are available but underused due to haphazard parking and minimal police guidance, worsening travel times during peak hours
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Osmania University has outrightly rejected the TGCHE recommendation of introducing BE Biotechnology and BA (Hons) Telugu programmes from the academic year 2025-26, citing a dearth of faculty, classrooms, hostels and infrastructure. The University accused the TGCHE of taking the top-down approach, undermining its autonomy
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Over 1.4 lakh Ganesh pandals will immerse idols in Hyderabad this year. BGUS has set RTA-approved tariffs for vehicles, with trailers costing Rs 33,000 and smaller vehicles from Rs 1,000 upwards. Tokens and time slots will ensure smooth immersion on September 6
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A 40-year-old woman, Boinala Swetha of Gowlipura, died by suicide at Chatrinaka on Saturday night. She jumped from her building’s terrace and died on the spot. Police said family members cited depression due to family issues as the reason
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BRS working president KT Rama Rao attended the wedding of Navitha, daughter of late activist Dhanaboyina Narsimlu, saying his presence was not political but a brotherly duty. He said the party’s bond with people is built on trust and family ties
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Hyderabad will see moderate to heavy rain this week, while several Telangana districts face red alerts for very heavy rainfall. Adilabad saw up to 173 mm in 24 hours, and IMD warns of more intense spells in the coming days
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A fire broke out in three shops at Shastripuram, Rajendranagar, including an AC repair workshop, chicken shop, and onion godown. Firefighters controlled the blaze in two hours. No casualties were reported, and a short circuit is suspected as the cause.
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A Ganesh idol fell off a vehicle while being transported to a pandal on the outskirts of Aramghar, causing a major traffic jam. Police cleared the road, and devotees expressed grief over the unfortunate incident
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Telangana Chief Minister A Revanth Reddy highlighted his decade-long role in the statehood movement, defended showcasing Telangana to Miss World contestants, and stressed welfare-focused development over skyscrapers. Poet Ande Sri praised the CM for his achievements at a book launch
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Olympic champion PV Sindhu, at GVK Diagnostics’ first anniversary, emphasised the importance of preventive health check-ups, discipline, and recovery. She encouraged people to prioritize early health interventions to avoid setbacks, maintain consistency, and achieve long-term performance in sports and daily life
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Hyderabad’s Hare Krishna Golden Temple hosted grand Sri Krishna Janmashtami celebrations, featuring darshan of Lord Krishna in multiple forms, Unjala Seva, 56 Chappan Bhog offerings, Shodashopachara Seva, and the evening 108-Kalasha Sandhya Maha Abhishekam, attracting devotees from across the city
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BRS MLC Dasoju Sravan criticised Chief Minister A Revanth Reddy for mismanagement of Hyderabad's construction sector, citing plummeting building permissions, pending applications, and rising RR Tax. He accused the government of intimidating builders and undermining the city’s investment hub image
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Munugode MLA Komatireddy Rajgopal Reddy has criticised Telangana CM A Revanth Reddy and party leadership over fund allocations and cabinet posts. The TPCC has instructed its Disciplinary Committee to examine his repeated outbursts amid rising tensions in the party
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BRS working president KT Rama Rao questioned political double standards over dam safety, criticising silence on Polavaram’s second cofferdam collapse while Kaleshwaram faced intense scrutiny. He urged NDSA, Congress, and BJP to act consistently on national and Telangana projects
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The Air Force Band, led by Warrant Officer B Ranga Rao, delivered a spectacular Independence Day performance at Bison Ground, Secunderabad. Patriotic songs, dynamic instrumentation, and energetic stage presence delighted dignitaries and the twin cities’ public during the 79th Independence Day celebrations