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A fire at the girls hostel of Government Medical College in Rajanna Sircilla caused property damage but no injuries. While officials cited a possible student lapse, junior doctors alleged systemic failure and poor safety standards in newly established medical colleges.

A 12-year-old boy drowned in an open well in Khammam district after jumping in with other children during a wedding visit. The victim, who did not know how to swim, was pulled out by villagers. Police registered a case.

RWAs in KPHB Colony raised concerns over hostel nuisance, roadside cooking, parking issues and footpath encroachments during the Cyberabad Municipal Corporation commissioner’s visit. They also flagged pending MP-LADS works and sought better sanitation and waste management measures.

Hyderabad police arrested a 21-year-old man for impersonating a police officer and posting fake AI-generated videos on Instagram. The accused was caught by Task Force and Kalapathar Police, with a mobile phone seized and a case registered.

Hyderabad experienced brief relief from heat after overnight thundershowers, but temperatures climbed again by mid-morning. The IMD forecasts highs around 39°C, while northern Telangana districts continue to record peak temperatures above 40°C.

Hyderabad’s café culture is expanding with a wave of new openings offering unique concepts, curated menus, and immersive spaces. From boba tea spots to art-inspired dining, these cafés are redefining how the city experiences coffee and casual hangouts.

A Central Reserve Police Force head constable, Surinder Singh from Hyderabad, died after collapsing at a Shopian camp in Jammu and Kashmir. He was declared dead on arrival at hospital

Telangana BJP chief N Ramchander Rao took a dig at Chief Minister A Revanth Reddy, citing Congress performance in five States. He alleged a pattern in candidate representation and criticised the party’s stance, referring to results in Bengal and Assam.

Hyderabad reported a fatal road accident involving Prabhas film 'Fauji' crew at Abdullapurmet when a production vehicle lost control and hit a median killing one crew member and injuring five others who were hospitalised as police began investigation probe ongoing

The Hyderabad District Athletics Association will conduct trials for jumps and throws across multiple age categories, including under-20, 18, and 16, along with Kid Athletics events, at Gymkhana Grounds on May 6. Interested participants can contact the coordinator

Uppal police arrested three persons for allegedly using forged letters to obtain VIP cricket match tickets and selling them at high prices. Three others are absconding. Police seized five tickets and are continuing efforts to trace the remaining suspects.

Senior BRS leaders congratulated actor-turned-politician Vijay on his party TVK’s electoral victory in Tamil Nadu. They described the win as historic, reflecting people’s aspirations, and expressed confidence in his leadership for future development and inclusive growth.

Former Telangana Governor Tamilisai Soundararajan suffered her seventh consecutive electoral defeat, losing the Mylapore constituency in the Tamil Nadu Assembly elections. Despite a long political career, she has been unable to secure a win in multiple contests over the years.

The decades-old Red Hills service reservoirs in Hyderabad were cleaned after water in Osman Sagar and Himayath Sagar turned green due to rising temperatures. Officials said the maintenance work was aimed at improving water quality and ensuring smooth operations.

A Thailand-inspired lantern festival will be held in Hyderabad on May 9, featuring floating lantern releases, live performances, and food stalls. The event promises an immersive evening experience, bringing together music, lights, and cultural festivities for families and visitors.

A 42-year-old woman died by suicide in Kacheguda after allegedly consuming pesticide following an argument with her husband over purchasing an iPhone. Police registered a case and launched an investigation into the incident.

Hyderabad police arrested a woman and her son for allegedly murdering her live-in partner Shivareddy in Jeedimetla following harassment claims. They reportedly stabbed him, attempted to dispose of the body in a sack, but were intercepted; investigation continues on Sunday

Hyderabad Traffic Police booked 445 persons in two days for traffic violations during enforcement drives. Similar action in Malkajgiri and Cyberabad saw hundreds apprehended, with several cases of high blood alcohol concentration detected among offenders.

As summer holidays begin, Hyderabad offers a wide range of camps for children, from sports training and creative arts to robotics and AI. These programmes aim to keep kids engaged, active and learning beyond classrooms during the break.

Hyderabad is set to experience another hot and hazy day with temperatures expected to touch 41 degree Celsius, according to the IMD. Low humidity and dry heat conditions will persist, with partly cloudy skies and mild south-westerly winds forecast.