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Police suspect that a cash van driver and his two sons meticulously planned the theft of Rs. 17 lakh from an ATM cash replenishment vehicle at I S Sadan. Five special teams have been formed to trace the accused and recover the money.

TGSRTC has identified 694 vacant shops and commercial units across Telangana and plans to invite tenders for their allotment. The initiative aims to increase non-fare revenue and attract businesses to high-footfall locations such as bus stations and RTC commercial complexes.

Hyderabad-based Velvet Seats is redefining social gatherings with invite-only, curated experiences. Founded by Sri Varsha Kasam, the club organises intimate events including drives, workshops and shared meals to help strangers build meaningful connections through carefully designed interactions.

Hyderabad is likely to witness moderate rains, thunderstorms and gusty winds on Thursday evening and night, according to the IMD. A yellow alert has been issued across Telangana, with heavy rainfall warnings for isolated places in four districts.

Businessman and social worker Abdul Muqeet Chanda has committed Rs 50 lakh towards the education of orphaned and meritorious students under the 'Gift A Smile' initiative, using savings from his son's wedding to support deserving children from economically weaker sections.

The Telangana Cyber Security Bureau has warned citizens about the rising "Boss Scam" or CEO impersonation fraud, in which cybercriminals use malicious files to gain access to devices and impersonate senior officials to trick victims into making financial transfers.

SCCL's latest operational data has triggered fresh questions over alleged inflated coal stock records, a sharp decline in production and a simultaneous record in productivity. The Opposition has demanded an independent probe into the nearly 40 lakh tonnes of allegedly unaccounted coal.

A 62-year-old man was allegedly attacked with an iron rod by two persons at King Kothi in Hyderabad on Wednesday. The victim sustained injuries and the police have registered a case against the accused and launched an investigation.

BRS MLA G Jagadish Reddy alleged a Rs 1,000-crore scam in the implementation of the PM-KUSUM scheme and demanded an investigation into irregularities in the Energy Department. He also accused the government of neglecting farmers and engaging in match-fixing politics with the BJP.

Hyderabad Police have advised parents to closely monitor their children's online gaming activities amid rising complaints of unauthorised in-game purchases and excessive gaming. The advisory highlighted the health and behavioural risks of gaming addiction and offered support sessions for parents and schools.

Agniveer Patil Anuraj and Agniveer Harsh Tiwari emerged champions in the ILCA-6 and ILCA-7 categories respectively at the Corps of EME Sailing Regatta 2026. HQ Southern Command claimed the Overall Championship Trophy at Hussain Sagar Lake

The Telangana High Court upheld the local candidature of an Assistant Executive Engineer aspirant, ruling that early schooling outside Telangana does not negate local status. In a separate case, the Court rejected an LRS plea for land earmarked as a road in a layout.

Ahead of the Special Intensive Revision in Telangana, election officials admitted there is no mechanism to identify voters registered in two States. Nearly 89.88 lakh voter records showed discrepancies, while authorities outlined measures to update and clean electoral rolls.

The GHMC has completed Hyderabad’s first footpath made entirely of recycled plastic paver blocks at Somajiguda. Developed as part of a pilot project, the eco-friendly walkway uses single-use plastic waste and offers durability, safety, lower maintenance and long service life.

A study by Hyderabad-based ICMR-NIN found that early screening and timely iron-folic acid supplementation reduced childhood anaemia by nearly 80 per cent among young children. Researchers also found that probiotic supplementation provided no additional benefit in improving anaemia-related outcomes.

Chief Minister A Revanth Reddy met Defence Minister Rajnath Singh and sought comprehensive development of Adilabad Airport, including cargo, MRO and hangar facilities. He also requested expedited approval for a DRDO/DRDL defence project proposed at Devarakadra in Mahabubnagar.

Industry bodies have sought changes to the Telangana government's HILT policy, including extended deadlines, priority land allotment and better infrastructure at relocation sites. Representatives said relocating industries within a year is impractical and raised concerns over machinery relocation costs and conversion charges.

The Telangana police have withdrawn or reduced security cover for several retired officers who served in anti-Maoist operations, citing the decline of the Maoist threat. The move has triggered concern among former officers, who question whether the decision has been taken prematurely.

With moderate to heavy rainfall forecast in Hyderabad, Cyberabad Police has urged companies and educational institutions to allow staggered early logouts from 3:30 pm. The advisory aims to reduce congestion, improve safety and ensure smooth emergency response during adverse weather conditions.

Questions continue to surround the Telangana government's Rs 15,000-crore Hyderabad Metro takeover, with key documents, valuation details, financing arrangements and commercial asset assessments remaining undisclosed. Opposition parties have demanded transparency, while conflicting claims over loan approvals have further fuelled concerns.