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A bomb threat email caused panic at the All India Radio station in Hyderabad. Police and bomb squads conducted searches but found no explosives. Authorities have launched an investigation to identify the sender of the hoax message.

Narayanguda Police arrested an interstate burglar near Secunderabad Railway Station while he was allegedly planning another theft. The accused was linked to earlier house burglaries and multiple offences across Telangana, Delhi, and West Bengal.

Rapid urbanisation reduced sparrow populations in Hyderabad, but the ‘Bring Back Sparrow’ campaign by AWCS has helped revive numbers. With nest boxes and community support, nearly 20,000 sparrows have returned, improving urban biodiversity and ecological balance.

Hyderabad has strengthened women’s safety through initiatives like SHE Teams, Bharosa Centres, and safety apps. Combining policing, technology, and awareness, authorities aim to prevent harassment, support victims, and make reporting easier through helplines and digital platforms.

Hyderabad Cyber Crime Police registered hundreds of FIRs and arrested suspects across multiple states in March. Authorities recovered over Rs 2.5 crore, cracked down on betting scams, and supported victims through the ‘C-Mitra’ initiative and Zero FIR registrations.

Hyderabad Police have warned about rising IPL-related online betting scams. Fraudsters are using fake match predictions to lure users. Authorities blocked hundreds of ads and profiles and urged people to report scams by calling 1930 or using the cybercrime portal.

Santosh Nagar Traffic Police conducted a special drive at DMRL Junction against mobile phone use while driving. Eight motorists were booked and 12 others penalised. Police also counselled violators and warned about the dangers of distracted driving.

KT Rama Rao urged Indian youth to become job creators and emphasised upskilling amid the growing impact of Artificial Intelligence, while highlighting Hyderabad’s startup ecosystem and calling for innovation, entrepreneurship and stronger public-private partnerships.

BRS leader RS Praveen Kumar predicted a Gen Z-led uprising against the Congress government in Telangana, alleging anti-youth and anti-farmer policies, and urged students to lead a statewide movement against alleged irregularities and governance failures.

The Telangana State Heritage Department signed an MoU with seven government degree colleges in Sangareddy to promote heritage awareness, conservation and research among students through academic activities, field visits and the formation of heritage clubs.

A Sub-Inspector in Khammam district distributed solar lamps and essential supplies to 50 migrant adivasi families in Palavagu village with support from the Robin Hood Army, marking his mother’s death anniversary and extending continued support to the community

CMR Engineering College, Hyderabad, launched its five-day IDE Bootcamp Edition 3 – Phase I to mentor students in idea validation, prototyping, and pitching. Sponsored by the Ministry of Education, AICTE, and MoE Innovation Cell, it featured 250 participants and industry experts.

Hyderabad-based QCIL signed agreements with AMPIN Energy and Radiance Renewables to supply solar power to five hospitals in Odisha, Chhattisgarh, and Maharashtra. This is the first phase of a 19-hospital plan targeting 30 MW and 80% renewable energy adoption.

A car caught fire on Khairatabad Road in Hyderabad on Sunday night, causing panic. The driver escaped safely, and a fire tender extinguished the flames. Officials suspect a short circuit as the cause. No casualties were reported.

Filmnagar police arrested three YouTubers—Mohammed Taj, Mohd Taufeeq, and Mohd Al Hasan—for impersonating Civil Supplies Department officers and extorting Rs 50,000 from an LPG delivery boy. A complaint led to their swift arrest and case registration.

Nawab Najaf Ali Khan, grandson of Nizam VII Mir Osman Ali Khan, urges the Telangana government to officially commemorate the Nizam’s 140th birth anniversary on April 6, highlighting his secular outlook, contributions to education, healthcare, infrastructure, and enduring legacy.

The Secunderabad Cantonment Board will begin direct collection of Transfer of Property Tax from June 2026, remitting funds into the Cantonment Fund Account. The 5 per cent TPT rate continues, drawing criticism from civic groups seeking lower property tax rates.

The Raw Strength Calisthenics Championship in Hyderabad brought together athletes and fitness enthusiasts for two days of competition. With a Rs 3 lakh prize pool, the event highlighted strength, endurance, and agility, inspiring functional fitness and healthier lifestyles.

Hyderabad is witnessing a rise in advanced-stage prostate cancer due to low screening rates and lifestyle factors. Experts stress early detection and routine primary care integration as essential measures to reduce fatalities and improve survival outcomes.

KNRUHS has warned private medical and dental colleges in Telangana against незакон fee collection, clarifying that course fees must be calculated for 4.5 years only. The university threatened strict action following complaints of overcharging students, especially under management quota admissions.