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A Phuket-bound Air India Express flight from Hyderabad returned just 16 minutes after take-off due to a technical issue. Passengers faced delays and communication gaps. The airline arranged another aircraft, offered refreshments, and apologised, citing safety as the top priority

Despite official claims, several roads in Hyderabad’s old city remained flooded after Friday’s rains. Stretches near Bandlaguda, Falaknuma, Chatrinaka, and Chaderghat saw severe water logging, forcing commuters to take long detours and causing damage to shops

Patny Nagar residents gheraoed SCB CEO D Madhukar Naik during his visit to inspect flooding after Patny Nala overflowed. Residents blamed wall demolition for the inundation. Naik defended the action, citing safety concerns and illegal encroachments.

The HCA’s adjourned AGM on Saturday unanimously appointed Justice (Retd) Suresh Kumar Kait as Ombudsman and Justice (Retd) K.C. Bhanu as Ethics Officer. Despite expectations of discord, the meeting passed off peacefully, focusing only on the appointments.

Tension broke out at Rajiv Gandhi International Cricket Stadium in Uppal after Telangana Cricket Joint Action Committee members protested, demanding equal representation in HCA. Police took the protesters into custody and shifted them to Uppal police station. No untoward incident was reported.

Rachakonda Police Commissioner G. Sudheer Babu has ordered the closure of all liquor outlets in the Commissionerate limits from 6 am on Sunday to 6 am on Monday in view of Bonalu. Violators will face strict legal action, officials warned.

After a short break overnight, rains are likely to resume in Hyderabad on Saturday, with scattered thunderstorms expected in multiple suburbs. A weather alert issued around noon warned of rainfall within hours, followed by more spells post 2:30 pm.

Security was intensified at Rajiv Gandhi International Cricket Stadium in Uppal for the Hyderabad Cricket Association meeting following a fund misuse case involving HCA president Jagan Mohan Rao. Police barred suspended members and Commissioner G. Sudheer Babu reviewed arrangements in person.

The Boxing Federation of India clarified that the Indian Amateur Boxing Federation lacks legal standing and advised boxers and officials to avoid participation in IABF-related events or activities

The fourth Charminar Challenge Khelo Hyderabad Athletics Championships will be held at Chirec International School on July 26. Events are open for all age groups from 8 years to adults

Traffic diversions will be enforced in Hyderabad from July 20–22 for bonalu celebrations at Lal Darwaza, Amberpet, and Chilkalguda. Visitors are advised to follow designated routes and parking instructions

Builders in Telangana are facing delays in getting fire NOCs due to glitches in the Auto DCR system introduced by the Fire Department. CREDAI members urged officials to fix issues and conduct awareness drives to help streamline the application process

Raksha Rajya Mantri Sanjay Seth visited DRDO's missile cluster labs in Hyderabad to review missile and weapon system developments. He praised DRDO scientists for contributing to Aatmanirbhar Bharat and urged continued efforts to strengthen India’s defence capabilities

TG-RERA has imposed fines on three Hyderabad-based builders for violating RERA norms. Offences include selling villas without HMDA approval, non-registration of layouts, and acquiring disputed land. Penalties total over Rs. 50 lakh following complaints from buyers and legal heirs

Hyderabad's Tansen restaurant celebrates its first anniversary with two curated food festivals — The Tales of Arabia by Chef Pin (July 17–19) and the Royal Kitchen Festival by Chef Anuj Wadhawan (July 24–26), reviving rich Indo-Arab and colonial flavours.

BRS leader K T Rama Rao accused CM Revanth Reddy of tapping phones of his Cabinet colleagues and striking secret deals with AP CM Chandrababu Naidu. He criticised the Congress for failing on its promises and challenged Revanth to take a lie detector test

A 43-year-old woman from Medak district was killed in a road accident at Pragathi Nagar, Hyderabad, while on her way to celebrate Bonalu. She was first hit by a motorcycle and then run over by a speeding car. Police are investigating

Hyderabad comes alive this weekend with a mix of comedy, music, art, and poetry. From Harsh Gujral’s stand-up and Arjun Vijay’s live concert to creative workshops and DJ nights, there’s something for everyone. Book your tickets on BookMyShow

The Rachakonda SOT raided a milk adulteration unit in Parvathapur and arrested its owner for allegedly selling chemically altered milk to hotels and homes. Police seized 110 litres of adulterated milk and handed the suspect over to Medipally police.

BRS leader T Harish Rao criticised Rahul Gandhi for calling the probe against Robert Vadra a “witch hunt,” accusing him of hypocrisy and selective outrage. Rao questioned the Congress's silence when the KCR family was allegedly targeted by its leaders.