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Chief Minister A Revanth Reddy warned District Collectors against negligence in paddy and maize procurement as farmers across Telangana faced delays, shortages of gunny bags and transport facilities, and crop damage due to unseasonal rains. Officials were directed to take immediate corrective measures.

The National Testing Agency has cancelled the NEET UG 2026 examination conducted on May 3 following allegations of irregularities. The Government of India has ordered a CBI inquiry, while the NTA announced that the examination will be re-conducted on dates to be announced shortly.

Telangana is witnessing rising heatwave conditions as maximum temperatures crossed 40°C in several districts. Nizamabad recorded the highest temperature at 42.5°C, while Hyderabad touched 38.7°C amid dry weather and declining thundershower activity

A software employee identified as Madhuri died by suicide at her residence in Madinaguda. Police suspect personal issues led to the incident. Her father alerted neighbours after unanswered calls, following which her body was discovered

GHMC Commissioner R V Karnan said 1.27 lakh households in the CURE region completed online self-enumeration. Over 25,000 personnel were trained for the census exercise, which began on May 11 and will continue till June 9 across the designated urban region.

Attapur police arrested eight persons for allegedly beating a man to death following a dispute over Rs.700 meant for ganja purchase. The victim, Mohammed Hussain alias Waseem from Langer Houz, was attacked with metal knuckles on Attapur Road on Saturday night.

BRSV State president Gellu Srinivas Yadav accused the Congress and BJP of working together in Telangana and alleged political suppression of BRSV leaders. He also demanded the dismissal of Union Minister Bandi Sanjay over a POCSO case registered against his son.

Hydraa has installed 900 CCTV cameras around lakes in Hyderabad to prevent encroachments and illegal soil dumping. The surveillance system is connected to the Hydraa office and the Telangana Integrated Command and Control Centre for round-the-clock monitoring and quicker violation alerts.

Lexus Hyderabad has launched the all-new Lexus ES 500e, the brand’s first electric vehicle in India. The luxury electric sedan offers a range of up to 580 km and features advanced safety systems, connected technology and premium handcrafted interiors.

India successfully conducted the first flight test of the Agni-5 missile equipped with MIRV technology under Mission Divyastra. Developed by DRDO, the missile can carry multiple nuclear warheads, placing India among a select group of nations possessing advanced MIRV capabilities.

The FSSAI has introduced strict standards for Hyderabadi Haleem, including minimum meat, protein and moisture requirements. The new regulations aim to standardise the iconic dish, with compliance deadlines extended until November 2026 following concerns raised by exporters and manufacturers.

Telangana government has constituted a special team led by IPS officer Riti Raj to probe the POCSO case against Sai Bageerath, son of Union Minister Bandi Sanjay Kumar, following criticism over delay in action

Landscaped greenery and vertical gardens under several Hyderabad flyovers are drying up due to rising summer temperatures and inadequate watering. Citizens have raised concerns over poor maintenance, while GHMC officials said efforts are underway to restore the greenery before the monsoon season.

Hyderabad’s rising summer heat is keeping people indoors, but boredom need not follow. From binge-watching and indoor games to DIY crafts, home workouts and cooking experiments, residents are finding creative ways to stay entertained, productive and relaxed while escaping extreme temperatures.

Several MMTS train services in Hyderabad have been cancelled or partially cancelled on May 11 and 12 due to operational reasons. Multiple routes between Lingampalli, Falaknuma, Umdanagar and Secunderabad are affected, and passengers have been advised to check updated schedules before travel.

An SBI employee in Hyderabad has been booked for allegedly siphoning Rs 23 lakh from ATM cash reserves at the Yousufguda branch. The fraud reportedly came to light during ATM replacement, prompting police to register a case and launch an investigation.

Hyderabad is hosting two major live entertainment events this month — Olympian Circus at Qutubullapur Playground and the Giant Light Puppet Show at Shilpa Kala Vedika. Featuring acrobatics, laser effects and giant glowing puppets, both productions promise immersive family-friendly experiences for audiences.

HYBE India Pop-Up Park will arrive in Hyderabad on May 23 with K-pop-themed dance sessions, quizzes, DJ performances and fan experiences. The event at Financial District will also feature brand showcases, interactive zones and live entertainment as part of HYBE India’s mega audition celebrations.

Burglars broke into a locked house in Hyderabad’s Goshamahal area while the family was away at a wedding, stealing gold, silver and cash worth several lakhs

Two brothers in Hyderabad drowned in Kowkuru lake after reportedly slipping into deep water while bathing despite not knowing how to swim. Locals alerted authorities, and rescue teams recovered the bodies as police continue investigating the tragic incident