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Nizam Basketball Academy defeated Good Training Academy 77-45 after a strong all-round performance in the BM John Vinayasager Basketball Tournament in Hyderabad. Balaji and Majid starred as Nizam dominated the game after taking control from the first half

Hyderabad’s Ayushi Prajapati won the 63 kg category in the Telangana State powerlifting championship to qualify for the national meet. The 18-year-old will compete in the junior category for the first time and aims to win an international medal

Congress Minister Ponnam Prabhakar urged Andhra Pradesh Chief Minister N Chandrababu Naidu to act against objectionable remarks on Telangana’s formation. He warned that such statements could create tensions and affect harmony between people of both States.

Senior BRS leaders criticised Agriculture Minister Tummala Nageswara Rao for personal remarks against T Harish Rao, demanding answers on farm issues, fertiliser supply and irrigation. They also raised concerns over Khammam development and alleged administrative failures.

TEDxHyderabad 2026 featured 14 speakers and multiple performances under the theme ‘Fire-Up’. Experts from healthcare, environment and social sectors shared insights, inspiring over 1,200 attendees with ideas on innovation, awareness and meaningful change.

Students of Aakash Educational Services Limited in Telangana delivered strong results in JEE Main 2026, with Jayanth Shekhar securing a top rank. Several others also achieved high percentiles, highlighting consistent performance and effective academic training

A former software engineer was arrested in Hyderabad for cultivating ganja plants on his house terrace. Excise officials seized 17 plants capable of yielding 10 kilograms of ganja. The accused allegedly took to cultivation after addiction.

Public transport services in Telangana may be disrupted as TGSRTC employees plan a strike from Tuesday midnight. With thousands of workers involved, talks between the government and JAC leaders are expected, while contingency measures are being explored.

A nine-month-old infant with severe respiratory complications was airlifted from Raipur to Hyderabad and treated at KIMS Cuddles. After 45 days of intensive care, including ECMO support, the child recovered fully and was discharged.

Terminal lucidity, a rare phenomenon where patients regain clarity before death, is gaining attention in science and fiction. Recent studies and Dan Brown’s novel explore its causes, blending medical research with mystery around consciousness and end-of-life experiences

Tilak Varma’s maiden IPL century guided Mumbai Indians to a commanding 99-run victory over Gujarat Titans in Ahmedabad. The win ended MI’s losing run, with Jasprit Bumrah’s bowling and strong team support playing a key role in the result.

Prashanth Goud and his 11-year-old son Sritan died after an unidentified vehicle hit their motorcycle on ORR service road near Adibatla. His wife Vani and daughter Sashika were injured. Adibatla Police Station is investigating the hit-and-run case

Tension prevailed in Mailardevpally after rowdy sheeter Ulla Khan allegedly attacked two men Mohammed Farees and Mohammed Ismail for refusing money demand. Victims were stabbed and admitted to Osmania General Hospital condition stable. Police registered case and launched investigation

Members of the Water Works Employees Union staged a protest in Hyderabad against HMWSSB over employee transfers and lack of uniforms. The union alleged violation of transfer norms and demanded proper facilities for staff, including annual uniforms and summer gear

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.