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A man allegedly attacked his former lover with a knife in Miyapur after she married another person earlier this year. Police arrested the suspect and his father following the incident. The injured woman was shifted to Gandhi Hospital for treatment.

Eid-ul-Fitr was celebrated with religious fervour across Telangana on Saturday as thousands gathered at Eidgahs and mosques for special prayers. The largest congregation was witnessed at Eidgah Mir Alam in Hyderabad, where around two lakh people participated.

Chief Minister Revanth Reddy indicated possible further arrests in the phone tapping case and said investigations would follow due process. He also spoke on the Formula-E case and hinted at education reforms, including scrapping SSC exams under a new system.

The Telangana government will relaunch the school breakfast scheme from the 2026-27 academic year. Originally introduced by the BRS government, the programme aims to improve student nutrition and attendance with added provisions like milk and ragi porridge.

Thousands of Muslims gathered at Mecca Masjid and other mosques across Hyderabad to offer Jumaath-ul-Vida prayers. Authorities deployed heavy security and implemented traffic diversions to manage large crowds during the last Friday of Ramzan.

Doctors and medical bodies expressed concern over gaps in the Telangana Health Budget 2026-27, highlighting the omission of Osmania General Hospital, lack of recruitment plans, and absence of dedicated funding for infection control and antimicrobial resistance.

Residents of Madhu Park Ridge in Bandlaguda Jagir staged a protest against eviction under the Gandhi Sarovar Project, vowing not to vacate their homes. Over 100 people, including children, demanded the government stop harassment and reconsider displacement plans

Hyderabad’s residential property registrations rebounded in February 2026, rising 3% year-on-year and 32% month-on-month, with both premium and affordable segments showing growth, reflecting renewed demand across key micro-markets and sustained momentum in higher-value transactions.

In Hyderabad, a 57-year-old man reportedly lost Rs 40 lakh from his bank account without receiving OTPs or transaction alerts. Cyberabad police are investigating possible cyber fraud involving SIM cloning, malware, or unauthorized access to banking credentials

In Hyderabad, police arrested Appari Vishwa Phanindra for allegedly duping a scooter owner through an OLX scam and fleeing with the vehicle during a test ride. Investigations revealed a duo targeting online sellers; the stolen scooter was recovered

A2H Chess Academy will host an open prize money chess tournament in Hyderabad on March 22, offering a total prize pool of Rs 50,000, with registrations open for interested participants through the academy’s FIDE Arbiter.

Telangana’s higher education system faces a severe crisis as several universities have no professors and large-scale faculty vacancies. Delays in recruitment and policy issues have affected academic activity, with the government planning to begin hiring in the coming months.

Hyderabad Traffic Police have announced road closures and diversions around Charminar and Mecca Masjid for Jummat-ul-Vida prayers on March 20. Restrictions will be in place from morning to afternoon, with designated parking and alternate routes arranged

C-DAC celebrated its 39th Foundation Day in Hyderabad with a workshop on emerging technologies and a tech showcase. The event drew over 1,000 participants and saw the participation of researchers, professionals and representatives from key institutions.

A 21-year-old engineering student died by suicide at a private hostel in Medipally. She was pursuing BTech and hailed from Sircilla district. Police have registered a case and are investigating the reason behind the incident.

Thunderstorms with gusty winds and a drop in temperatures are expected to continue across Telangana till Saturday. The IMD has issued warnings for several districts, forecasting light to moderate rain and fluctuating temperatures over the next few days.

The BRS has alleged a scam exceeding Rs 20 crore in smartphone procurement for Anganwadi workers under Poshan Abhiyan. The party has demanded a vigilance probe, citing pricing discrepancies and questioning maintenance costs in the tender process.

ASMS has partnered with Kissan Agri Mall to develop a technology-driven agri-retail ecosystem under Project AVIO Agritech, combining digital infrastructure and rural networks to deliver integrated agricultural services, supply chain solutions and market linkages across villages.

Bounteous x Accolite has partnered with ISB Institute of Data Science for the Capstone Project in its AMPBA programme, enabling students to work on real-world AI and analytics projects while gaining industry exposure and strategic decision-making skills.

Hyderabad is gearing up for Eid-ul-Fitr prayers, with lakhs expected at major Eidgahs, including Mir Alam. Authorities have made elaborate arrangements, while religious scholars highlight the significance of Eidgahs in fostering unity and large congregational prayers.