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KVBR Indoor Stadium defeated Trinity Basketball Promotions 60-53 in a closely fought match. Dharani led the scoring with 27 points, including a strong final quarter, helping KVBR secure victory in the BM John Vinayasager basketball tournament

Secunderabad Cantonment Board’s plan to directly collect Transfer of Property Tax from June 1 has sparked confusion, with registration officials citing lack of legal backing. Stakeholders warn the move could disrupt property transactions and create hardship for citizens and developers.

Hyderabad’s Manjeera water supply system was disrupted due to power outages caused by dust storms and unseasonal rains. Several areas faced delays in water supply, while officials said efforts are ongoing to restore normal operations and maintain supply elsewhere.

TGCHE has approached Hyderabad police to investigate an impersonation fraud involving calls made to engineering colleges demanding money. The caller allegedly used a mobile number displaying TGCHE details on Truecaller, prompting the council to seek strict legal action

TGSRTC unions under the Joint Action Committee have announced a statewide strike from April 22 after failed talks with the state government. Leaders are mobilising workers, demanding implementation of promises, merger with the government, and improved pay and job security.

A man accused in the murder of an elderly woman in Suryapet died under suspicious circumstances at Kodad while being transported by police from Eluru. The incident has raised concerns over a possible custodial death, with further details awaited.

Severe thundershowers with lightning and gusty winds are likely to continue across Telangana for another week, IMD Hyderabad said. While evening temperatures may dip slightly, daytime temperatures in over 20 districts will remain high, with alerts issued for multiple regions.

Hyderabad police arrested three persons involved in a mobile phone snatching case and recovered 10 stolen phones and a two-wheeler. The gang allegedly targeted victims, especially elderly persons, while one more accused remains absconding.

Cyberabad police arrested a man accused of duping multiple women, including a minor, by posing as a wealthy suitor on social media. He allegedly extorted money and gold, with police now probing links to nearly ten victims.

A man identified as Rehan was allegedly attacked while asleep in Suleman Nagar under Attapur limits. The incident, captured on CCTV, led to an attempt to murder case. Police have launched an investigation to identify and apprehend the suspect.

BRS chief K Chandrashekhar Rao paid tributes to Basaveswara on his birth anniversary, highlighting his teachings on equality and social justice. He urged people to follow these ideals and work towards building an inclusive and equitable society.

Hyderabad’s heatwave has sharply impacted Irani chai sales, with demand dropping by up to 40 per cent. Customers are shifting to cold beverages, while rising LPG costs and supply shortages add further financial pressure on small hotel businesses across the city.

Telangana will experience intense heat with temperatures up to 44°C, followed by evening thunderstorms and gusty winds over the next four days, the IMD said, warning of volatile weather conditions across most districts till April 22.

Fifty-one students graduated from Amazon’s data centre skilling programme in Hyderabad, designed to train professionals for cloud infrastructure roles. The AWS-backed initiative supports India’s growing demand for data centre talent amid rapid expansion of cloud and AI services.

A woman constable in Hyderabad allegedly attempted suicide after being pressured by her husband, also a constable, to undergo an abortion. She is undergoing treatment after consuming tablets at her residence in Yousufguda. Police are examining the case.

Hyderabad police launched ‘Operation Safe School’ deploying 5,000 personnel to curb tobacco sales near schools. Undercover operations led to action against pan shop owners selling nicotine products to minors under COTPA and JJ Act provisions.

The GHMC intensified its footpath encroachment clearance drive across Hyderabad, carrying out demolitions in multiple zones. With police support, officials deployed earthmovers in key locations to reclaim pedestrian spaces and address long-standing encroachment issues across the city.

Bhavani Nagar police arrested a 21-year-old man for allegedly killing another youth following an argument at a pan shop in Talabkatta. The victim suffered internal injuries and later died during treatment. Police are continuing the investigation.

BRTU State president Rambabu Yadav announced support for the April 22 RTC workers’ strike, alleging unfulfilled promises by the Telangana government. He also backed electricity workers’ protests and warned of intensified agitation if long-pending issues remain unresolved.

Malkajgiri She Teams nabbed 88 persons during a special drive against harassment of women. Acting on 106 complaints, police registered cases, counselled offenders and addressed serious incidents including stalking, molestation and blackmail, reinforcing measures to ensure women’s safety.