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R Upender Reddy assumed charge as the new managing director of Hyderabad Growth Corridor Limited on Friday. He reviewed ongoing projects and key issues with senior officials, visited project sites and directed officials to ensure quality and timely completion.

BRS MLC Dasoju Sravan has demanded cancellation of the PM Ekta Mall tender in Hyderabad and sought probes by the CBI, CAG and Lokpal. He alleged project expansion, increased costs, lack of approvals and irregularities benefiting private developers.

An FIR has been registered at Madhapur Police Station after a vehicle allegedly used the HMWSSB name and logo while offering sludge and septage cleaning services. The Water Board warned the public against unauthorised use of its official identity and urged caution.

Hyderabad witnessed festive fervour on Friday as women celebrated Varalakshmi Vratam with traditional rituals and devotion. Temples and flower markets saw heavy footfall, while rising demand for flowers pushed prices up. Households were decorated with flowers, silk and gold.

The Telangana BJP defended the Centre’s decision to deny political clearance for Chief Minister A Revanth Reddy’s proposed US visit, rejecting allegations of political motive. BJP State president N Ramchander Rao said the decision was based on regulations and procedural norms.

Pressure is mounting on Forest Minister Konda Surekha as around 20 Congress MLAs demanded action against her, Komatireddy Rajgopal Reddy and Chinna Reddy. The MLAs alleged that their comments against Chief Minister Revanth Reddy and the government were damaging the party's image.

A 24-year-old woman from Andhra Pradesh died by suicide at a private hostel in KPHB, Hyderabad, on Friday. She had recently moved to the city in search of a job and was reportedly distressed after failing to secure suitable employment.

Cyber fraudsters posing as ACB officials allegedly duped a Hyderabad government engineer of Rs 10 lakh by threatening him with surprise raids over alleged corruption charges. The engineer transferred the money in instalments before approaching Cyberabad Cybercrime Police.

Doctors at KIMS Cuddles, Kondapur, successfully treated a 28-day-old infant with severe airway narrowing caused by Grade 2 subglottic stenosis. An endoscopic balloon dilatation procedure opened the airway, enabling the baby to breathe normally without requiring a tracheostomy

Hyderabad’s CSIR-CCMB researchers have uncovered a biological circuit that enables Cryptococcus neoformans to form giant Titan cells and evade immunity. The discovery links fungal metabolism, calcium signalling and calcineurin activation, potentially opening new approaches to combating cryptococcal disease

Pre-bookings for the traditional Onam Sadhya are now open at LULU Hypermarket, Kukatpally. Priced at Rs 525 per kit, the feast features more than 25 traditional Kerala dishes and can be reserved in advance for pickup or delivery.

Errors in Telangana’s Section 22A prohibited-properties list are affecting home loans and property-backed lending, with banks keeping many applications on hold. Private property owners are also unable to sell or mortgage assets, as authorities struggle to resolve widespread erroneous property tagging.

Telangana’s polytechnic education system is facing uncertainty following GO MS No. 97 proposing to move polytechnics from SBTET to the Young India Skills University. Students and staff have raised concerns over academics, fees, careers, cadre structure and ECET.

Guidehouse has opened a new hub in Hyderabad, its fourth location in India, and plans to expand its workforce there from around 200 to 1,000 employees within 12 months, focusing on healthcare, financial services and technology-enabled managed services

Hyderabad police counselled 1,022 youngsters during a week-long Operation Chabutra in the Charminar zone. Police warned youngsters against unlawful activities and late-night roaming, while medical shop owners were cautioned against allowing establishments to facilitate late-night gatherings.

HIMTEX 2026, the ninth edition of the Hyderabad International Machine Tool & Engineering Exhibition, opened at HITEX Exhibition Centre. The five-day event features around 300 exhibitors showcasing machine tools, robotics, engineering solutions and industrial automation to visitors from across India.

Eight decades after Independence, 45 tribal families in a remote forest habitation of Mulugu continue to wait for electricity, safe drinking water, road connectivity and accessible healthcare, while a small classroom keeps the hopes of their children alive

The Telangana Congress decision to serve a showcause notice on Forest Minister Konda Surekha over her daughter Konda Sushmitha’s remarks against Chief Minister A Revanth Reddy has triggered dissent, with party leaders questioning the disciplinary process and alleging discrimination.

Former MLA Gongidi Sunitha has demanded Chief Minister A Revanth Reddy’s resignation, alleging failure to maintain law and order and ensure women’s safety. She also sought a probe into Rupa Reddy’s murder and stronger action against drugs, alcohol and crimes.

BRS working president KT Rama Rao has extended support to the statewide agitation by polytechnic students against GO MS No 97. He demanded that the Congress government withdraw the order and criticised alleged police action against students during peaceful protests.