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A mega job fair will be held in Hyderabad on April 6, offering opportunities across multiple sectors. Candidates with SSC qualification can attend. Entry is free, and preliminary interviews will be conducted at the venue.

Cyberabad police arrested two men in Ganesh Nagar and seized 316 grams of MDMA during a raid. The accused allegedly sourced drugs from a local supplier and sold them to customers. A case has been registered.

An autorickshaw driver climbed a cellphone tower in LB Nagar to protest an LPG shortage and long queues for fuel. Police and rescue teams responded quickly, while drivers across the city continue to face difficulties due to supply issues.

Elections for chairpersons and vice-chairpersons in three Telangana municipalities are set to witness a high-stakes contest between Congress and BRS, following legal hurdles and political tensions, with both parties mobilising leadership in a prestige battle.

Chief Minister Revanth Reddy has come under criticism for claiming implementation of six guarantees in Telangana, with political observers and opposition questioning the claims, while his recent remarks in Kerala and past statements have also triggered controversies.

With water levels in Singur reservoir falling sharply, HMWSSB is preparing to begin emergency pumping operations. Officials say the move will ensure uninterrupted water supply to parts of Hyderabad and GHMC areas despite declining reservoir levels.

With rising summer temperatures and increasing water demand, HMWSSB has stepped up water drawal from Osman Sagar and Himayat Sagar. Officials cite groundwater depletion, while assuring that supply from Godavari, Krishna and Manjeera sources remains stable.

Hyderabad Police Commissioner VC Sajjanar warned of strict action against food adulteration, revealing that 92 cases were registered and 98 persons arrested in a month. He urged traders to maintain standards and citizens to report violations.

BRS leaders from Jubilee Hills met Hyderabad officials, urging that SPR Hills remain a sports playground. They opposed the proposed Working Women’s Hostel construction, citing local use, limited transport, and suitability concerns, and requested the land be transferred to GHMC or State Sports Authority.

South Central Railway reported record performance in 2025-26, carrying 286 million passengers and transporting 147 million tonnes of freight. Revenues hit Rs 21,211 crore, infrastructure and safety upgrades were made, and the Union Budget allocates Rs 13,026 crore for 2026-27.

The Enforcement Directorate conducted simultaneous searches across multiple cities, including Hyderabad, in connection with a money laundering probe linked to the West Bengal coal smuggling case. Officials examined documents and financial records to trace fund flows.

Despite LPG shortages and rising fuel costs, Hyderabad’s mobile cycle tiffin vendors continue serving affordable breakfast like idli, dosa, and Mysore bonda. Using firewood stoves, they cater to daily commuters, workers, and low-income residents, ensuring food security citywide.

Hyderabad police busted an illegal meat storage racket in Mangalhat, seizing 12 tonnes of spoiled sheep and goat offal worth Rs 10 lakh. The store manager was arrested, while the owner remains absconding. Contaminated meat was allegedly supplied to hotels and events.

Hyderabad traffic police will implement diversions for heavy vehicles during TATA IPL 2026 matches on April 5 and May 22 at Uppal Stadium. Commuters are advised to avoid congestion-prone routes and use alternative roads during match timings.

Hyderabad Police arrested Syed Khadeer for running an unlicensed bakery in Tappachabutra. Materials and equipment worth Rs 2.77 lakh were seized. The bakery allegedly operated in unhygienic conditions and supplied products to local shops and hotels.

Telangana government tightens Compulsory Government Service rules for medical postgraduates. Doctors who fail to complete one-year service face fines of Rs 15-20 lakh, are barred from government employment, and have restricted leave eligibility, with extensions allowed only for maternity cases.

Hyderabad police arrested four people for supplying SIM cards to Dubai-based cricket betting syndicates. The fraudsters use WhatsApp and Telegram to cheat victims, manipulate betting results, and cause financial losses, highlighting a sophisticated cybercrime method involving SIM cards.

Malkajgiri police will deploy around 2,000 personnel for IPL matches at Uppal Stadium on April 5 and May 22. With 430 cameras and tight security measures, traffic restrictions will also be enforced on match day.

Motorists have criticised the sharp increase in vehicle registration number charges after the RTA revised its fee structure. With higher reservation costs and no guarantee of allocation, many say the new system adds financial burden and reduces interest in fancy numbers.

A pan shop owner in Attapur was brutally attacked by a group of men after refusing to sell cigarettes late at night. The injured man was rescued by passers-by and shifted to hospital. Police have registered a case.