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The Jeedimetla police arrested a gang involved in multiple phone snatching cases across Hyderabad and Cyberabad. The gang targeted lone walkers, especially women. Police recovered 9 phones and two bikes. The arrests followed CCTV and technical surveillance
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Cyber fraudsters are sending fake HMWSSB bill messages in Hyderabad, threatening water supply disconnection to trick people into sharing bank details. The HMWSSB clarified it never asks for payments through third-party links and urged the public to stay alert
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BRS leaders alleged that MLC Shambhipur Raju received death threats from MLA Mynampally Rohit and his father Hanumantha Rao. They met the Cyberabad Police Commissioner and demanded action. The leaders also criticised the Congress for rising lawlessness in Telangana
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BRS leader K.T. Rama Rao lauded a 26.4% drop in Hyderabad’s air pollution over seven years, attributing it to the KCR-led government's green initiatives, including Haritha Haaram, increased green cover, and policies prioritising urban greenery and livability.
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The ED conducted searches at eight locations in Hyderabad on Wednesday in connection with the sheep-rearing scam. The raids target suspects linked to the 2017 subsidy scheme under the BRS government. The probe is based on ACB-filed FIRs.
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INCOIS confirmed that the 8.8-magnitude earthquake off Russia’s Kamchatka Peninsula poses no tsunami threat to India. A separate tremor in the Bay of Bengal also caused no danger. The Indian Ocean remains unaffected, with authorities urging calm.
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A local court sentenced four persons to three years of rigorous imprisonment for murdering Abdul Rehman Bin Amer and stealing jewellery from his house in Bhavaninagar in 2016. The court also imposed a fine of Rs 10,000 on each of the convicts
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The BRS will hold a major BC rally in Karimnagar on August 8, demanding 42% reservation in local body elections. The party also plans to approach President Droupadi Murmu, accusing Congress and BJP of blocking the pending BC reservation Bills
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BJP state president N Ramachander Rao accused Congress leaders from Khammam and Nalgonda of obstructing Chief Minister Revanth Reddy. He also criticised the State’s fertiliser distribution system, claiming the Centre provided adequate supply for rabi and kharif seasons
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To reduce environmental damage during Ganesh Chaturthi, CPCB and TGPCB have issued revised guidelines mandating eco-friendly clay idols and organic colours. Authorities must create artificial immersion ponds, while citizens and vendors are urged to support sustainable celebrations and proper waste disposal
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The delay in tendering for Telangana's fishlings distribution scheme has left five lakh fishermen anxious. With the critical July–August release window slipping away, experts warn of lower fish yields and financial losses unless the government acts swiftly
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A mysterious aircraft spotted near Hyderabad’s T-Hub has caught the attention of Reddit users. Theories range from an abandoned aeroplane-themed restaurant to influencer content zones. While unverified, the aircraft continues to spark speculation and humour among tech corridor employees
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Hydraa officials removed illegal encroachments from a park site in Moosapet and from the Musi riverbed near Chaderghat. Encroachers had stalled park work and misused riverbank land for sheds and parking. Authorities acted following citizen complaints.
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BRS leaders lodged a complaint with the ED alleging a Rs 423 crore paddy procurement scam involving Chief Minister Revanth Reddy and Civil Supplies officials. They claimed funds were siphoned off through money laundering and demanded a wider probe by central agencies
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A woman died in Manikonda on Tuesday after a rashly driven HMWSSB water tanker hit her scooter. The victim, Shalini, was returning home after dropping her children at school. Locals have raised concerns about poor road safety in the area
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Veteran coach Anita Mishra received a heartfelt farewell in Hyderabad after a 35-year coaching career, having mentored numerous male and female cricketers, many of whom represented India and state teams
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Ramakant and Rizwan continued to lead their respective categories in the Youth Open Regatta at Hussain Sagar, with improving conditions helping younger sailors complete their scheduled races successfully
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Shashank Vanamala and Sarayu Suryaneni clinched singles titles at the Telangana State Sub-Junior Badminton Championship in Warangal, which also saw exciting victories in doubles and mixed doubles events
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Former MLA Balka Suman accused the Congress government of turning police into a tool for political vendetta. He alleged that false attempt-to-murder charges were filed against BRSV president’s wife, Swetha, and criticised CM Revanth Reddy for targeting BRS workers
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TGRERA has fined two Hyderabad-based builders Rs 2.85 lakh for failing to register Showri Pearl apartment and for not providing proper parking. The builders also violated approved plans by constructing extra floors and unauthorised flats, a complaint said