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Hindi Mahavidyalaya and MC Gupta College of Business Management organised a two-day national seminar on Indian Knowledge Systems in Hyderabad. Experts discussed sustainability, traditional sciences, holistic health practices and the use of modern technology to preserve and expand ancient knowledge.

Shopping activity is picking up early in Hyderabad’s Old City as residents prepare for Ramzan. Many shoppers are completing their purchases in advance to devote more time to prayers during the holy month, prompting traders and vendors to stock up across major markets.

Despite rising commuter demand in Hyderabad, plans to introduce mini buses remain stalled. Nearly 100 Vajra mini buses bought by TGSRTC lie unused and deteriorating, even as ageing buses struggle to meet last-mile connectivity needs across the city.

Sri NityanandaTrayodashi was celebrated with devotion at the Hare Krishna Golden Temple, Banjara Hills. The event featured a 108 Kalasha Maha Abhishekam, spirited sankirtana, devotional dancing, and a grand Chappan Bhog with 56 varieties of prasadam

Punjab National Bank inaugurated its Manikonda branch on Saturday, the 76th under the Hyderabad Circle. The event, attended by officials and customers, underscores PNB’s focus on expanding its network, enhancing customer outreach, and offering technology-enabled banking solutions

Heritage Aviation acquired an Airbus H130 helicopter at Wings India 2026 to expand heli-pilgrimage, passenger transport, and regional connectivity, including in North East India, supporting both private operations growth and the government’s regional air transport initiatives.

Air India Express stole the spotlight at Wings India 2026 with a live Usha Uthup performance and the showcase of VT-RNT, its first line-fit Boeing 737-8, featuring a Parsi Gara-inspired livery and designed to the airline’s new brand standards.

Wings India 2026 concluded at Begumpet Airport with over 70,000 visitors, 30+ aircraft displays, and aerobatic performances. The summit featured major deals, including Air India’s Boeing order, HAL helicopter supply, and Airbus A321XLR conversions, highlighting global collaboration and indigenous innovation.

The DRI arrested seven people smuggling 27.15 kg of hydroponic ganja, valued at Rs 9.5 crore, from passengers arriving from Bangkok. The substance tested positive for cannabis, and all accused were booked under the NDPS Act, 1985.

Sneha Raju from Hyderabad has become the world’s first two-time kidney transplant recipient to complete an Antarctic expedition, including overnight camping and crossing the Antarctic Circle. Her journey highlights resilience, medical success and the possibilities of life after organ transplantation.

A satellite-based study by PJTAU has found that the cropped area in Telangana was 8–12 percent lower than the total cultivable land during the last Kharif season. The data will help improve crop insurance and delivery of government schemes.

Falaknuma police detained six persons for gambling after raiding a house in Fatimanagar. Police seized cash, playing cards and mobile phones, and registered a case against the accused under the Telangana State Gaming Act.

Hyderabad police have launched a manhunt after two armed robbers shot a businessman and looted ₹6 lakh at a Koti SBI ATM. Special teams are analysing CCTV footage and coordinating with neighbouring areas to track down the suspects.

Two armed robbers shot and injured a businessman at an ATM centre in Koti and fled with Rs 6 lakh. Police suspect the assailants escaped by train after abandoning the victim’s scooter in Kacheguda

The GHMC has intensified its special mega sanitation drive across 300 wards, covering 6,255 locations. As part of the drive, nearly 9,840 metric tonnes of garbage and construction waste were cleared under close supervision of senior officials

India will need an integrated network of 400 airports and a fleet of 3,000 aircraft by 2047, according to a KPMG–FICCI report released at Wings India, projecting strong growth in aviation, MRO, cargo and sustainable fuels

Brigade Group has signed an agreement to acquire 2.25 acres of prime land in Secunderabad through an outright purchase to develop a premium residential project with an estimated gross development value of Rs 650 crore

The BRS signature campaign supporting the Secunderabad Cantonment Board merger with GHMC saw an overwhelming response in Rasoolpura, with over 2,300 signatures collected on Day 1 as residents, especially women, backed the move for better civic facilities

The SIT probing the alleged phone-tapping case has issued a fresh notice to BRS chief K Chandrashekhar Rao, directing him to appear for questioning at his Nandi Nagar residence, citing the need to examine sensitive electronic and physical records

Construction of the Moosarambagh bridge over the river Musi has slowed after hard rock strata were encountered, officials said. GHMC estimates the issue could delay the project by two years, impacting traffic relief plans for key city areas.