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The parents of a Hyderabad woman student stranded in Tehran have sought help from the Indian government for her safe return. Her father has approached the Ministry of External Affairs and AIMIM president Asaduddin Owaisi, expressing concern over her safety.

The Railway Protection Force of Secunderabad Division has intensified security measures during the festive season, deploying additional personnel at major stations and on crowded trains. Surveillance, crowd management and women safety measures have been strengthened to ensure safe travel

Senior BRS leaders condemned the midnight arrest of journalists in Telangana, accusing the Revanth Reddy government of abusing power and attacking press freedom. They compared the action to the Emergency era and demanded the immediate release of the journalists.

BRS working president KT Rama Rao condemned the midnight arrests of three journalists in Telangana, likening the situation to the Emergency era. He questioned Rahul Gandhi and accused the Congress government of suppressing media freedom and misusing police power.

TiE Hyderabad hosted an exclusive session featuring TiE co-founder Kanwal Rekhi, marking the launch of his book The Groundbreaker. Rekhi also spoke about entrepreneurship, leadership and the newly inaugurated rural startup centre in Nizamabad.

Maulana Azad National Urdu University has launched AI-based audio-visual lessons for its distance learners, becoming the first Indian university to develop such content in Urdu. A national workshop was held to train learner support centre coordinators.

The son of a noted Telugu film director was allegedly cheated of nearly Rs 63 lakh by a Hyderabad-based couple who promised high retu

Osmania University has suspended senior faculty member and OUTA outgoing president Prof B Manohar, accusing him of running a parallel administration and ethical violations linked to CAS promotions. The teachers’ association has termed the move arbitrary and unilateral.

Royal Enfield Ice Hockey League Season 3 returns to Ladakh from January 29–February 14, featuring 75 round-robin matches across men’s and women’s categories. The League promotes local talent, women’s participation, community development, and professional officiating in Himalayan ice hockey

The Ministry of Youth Affairs & Sports has directed all National Sports Federations to form dedicated Committees on International Relations and Make in India. These committees will enhance India’s global sports engagement and promote domestic sports manufacturing under Atmanirbhar Bharat

India’s para badminton team kicks off its 2026 season at the SPIRO SPATHIS Egypt Para Badminton International in Cairo. Pramod Bhagat and Sukant Kadam will compete in men’s singles and doubles, using the tournament to build form and momentum for the year

A lorry overturned near Batasingaram on the Hyderabad–Vijayawada Highway, causing major traffic congestion between Abdullapurmet and Hayathnagar. Police cleared the vehicle with a crane, while festive traffic worsened delays. Details on injuries or damage are yet to be confirmed

Hyderabad pediatrician Dr. Sivaranjani Santosh warned that rabies vaccines must not be injected into the buttocks, as fat prevents proper absorption. Infants require injections in the thigh, adults in the deltoid, and severe bites also need Rabies Immunoglobulin for effective protection

Traffic restrictions and special parking arrangements will be in place in Secunderabad from January 13–15 for the International Kite and Sweet Festival at Parade Grounds. Shuttle services, designated parking, and alternative transport are advised to ease congestion

Two people were injured in separate incidents involving banned Chinese manja in Hyderabad. A 70-year-old woman suffered a severe leg injury in Meerpet, while a police officer sustained a neck injury in Uppal. Both were hospitalised and are stable 

Australian cricket great Alyssa Healy announced her retirement from all formats following the upcoming multi-format home series against India. The 35-year-old ends a 15-year career marked by leadership success, multiple World Cup titles, and record-breaking performances

Olympic bronze medalist Aman Sehrawat toured Mumbai to connect with youth and akhada wrestlers ahead of the Pro Wrestling League starting January 16. His outreach highlighted grassroots wrestling as Tiigers of Mumbai Dangal prepare for their debut season

Osmania University will conduct men’s cricket selections at Bhavan’s Vivekananda Degree and PG College, Sainikpuri, on January 17. The team chosen will represent OU in the South Zone Inter-university cricket championship scheduled in Mysuru from January 27

P Shanvi has been named captain of Hyderabad for the BCCI Women’s under-15 one-day cricket championship knock-out matches starting January 14 in Puducherry. V Nikeshini will be vice-captain, with Prateeka Katravath as wicketkeeper in the 15-member squad

Hyderabad will host the FIH Women’s Hockey World Cup qualifiers from March 8 to 14 at the GMC Balayogi Hockey Complex. Eight teams, including hosts India, will compete for seven remaining berths for the 2026 World Cup.