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Civil supplies authorities in Hyderabad said adequate petrol and diesel stocks are available at all 185 fuel outlets in the district. Despite a surge in demand due to panic buying, officials assured that supplies from oil companies are sufficient for about a month.
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Hyderabad police have made elaborate security arrangements for the Sree Ramanavami Shobha Yatra on Friday, with around one lakh devotees expected to participate. The procession will pass through several localities before culminating at Hanuman Tekdi amid tight security.
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The long-pending MMTS rail connectivity project linking Secunderabad to Raigir near Yadadri is expected to begin soon, with Prime Minister Narendra Modi likely to launch it in April. The Rs 430 crore project aims to improve suburban rail access for devotees.
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Lower Paleolithic stone tools, including hand axes and a flake tool, were discovered along the Manchirevula forest track near Gandipet in Rangareddy district. Experts say the artefacts, dating back up to six lakh years, highlight Hyderabad’s rich prehistoric heritage.
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At least ten passengers were killed and several injured after a private bus caught fire following a collision with a granite-laden truck near Rayavaram in Andhra Pradesh, with the accident occurring early Thursday morning
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HMWSSB and GHMC officials inspected sewage-affected areas in Amberpet, Patel Nagar and Golnaka after residents faced hardships during the rainy season. Damage to drains during road widening works caused the problem, and officials reviewed possible solutions, including a new stormwater drain.
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Bandlaguda police arrested a 24-year-old man for allegedly cheating people by posing as the owner of a rented house and using forged documents to secure loans. Four accomplices involved in the fraud are absconding, police said.
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The Middle East crisis is increasing manufacturing costs for medical devices in India, with raw material prices rising sharply. Industry bodies warn that prolonged disruptions could lead to shortages and higher prices for patients unless government relief measures are introduced.
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Panic bookings of LPG cylinders by households have disrupted the distribution network, delaying deliveries by five to seven days in Telangana. The Federation of LPG Distributors of India said the surge in bookings, not fuel shortage, caused the backlog.
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A remark on Ippa Sara by a BJP MLA sparked a heated clash between Congress and BJP in the Telangana Assembly, leading to protests, repeated interventions by the Chair and disruption of proceedings, delaying discussions on key public issues.
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Jawaharnagar police arrested a man and his minor wife for allegedly murdering the woman’s mother in May 2025 after she opposed their relationship. The accused buried the body inside their house. Skeletal remains were later exhumed during investigation.
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The family of Head Constable Nallala Laxmirajam from Korutla police station donated his organs under the State-run Jeevandan initiative after he was declared brain dead in a Hyderabad hospital. Two kidneys were retrieved and allocated to needy patients.
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The Central Consumer Protection Authority has directed hotels and restaurants not to levy additional charges such as LPG charges, gas surcharge or fuel cost recovery by default in bills. Consumers can report violations through the National Consumer Helpline or e-Jagriti portal.
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Apollo Hospitals, Jubilee Hills, announced completion of 2,000 robotic procedures using the Xi robotic surgical system. The minimally invasive platform, deployed across multiple specialties, offers superior precision, reduced patient pain, faster recovery, and improved outcomes in complex surgical cases.
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Doctors at Care Hospitals, Hitec City, successfully removed a 35 cm ovarian tumor from a 59-year-old woman from Vemulawada. The patient underwent a comprehensive staging laparotomy and has recovered, highlighting advanced surgical oncology capabilities in Hyderabad.
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Hyderabad Police Commissioner VC Sajjanar assured that the city has sufficient fuel reserves for 60 days and dismissed rumours of shortage. Officials from police, revenue and civil supplies departments have been deployed at fuel stations to monitor the situation.
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Oil marketing companies HPCL, BPCL and IOCL assured that adequate petrol and diesel stocks are available across Hyderabad and Telangana. They said temporary disruptions at some fuel stations were due to panic buying and urged the public to avoid unnecessary stocking.
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Canteens and restaurants in Hyderabad are facing severe difficulties for the third consecutive week due to restricted supply of commercial LPG cylinders. Many eateries have reduced menu items or suspended kitchen operations, while roadside tiffin centres are disappearing from highways.
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Auto-rickshaw drivers in Hyderabad are facing severe hardship due to the shortage of auto LPG at fuel stations. Long queues and limited supply have disrupted their daily earnings and transport services, with drivers alleging overcharging and delays.
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The Institute of Chartered Accountants of India has begun registrations for its 64th Campus Placement Programme for newly qualified CAs. Recruitment interviews will be held across major centres, including Hyderabad, in April 2026, with several reputed companies participating.
