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V Yogesh and Sisika Borelli won the under-15 titles at the inaugural Deccan Chess Academy Sub-junior Tournament held at The Shri Ram Academy, marking International Chess Day celebrations in Hyderabad

Jawahar Nagar in Musheerabad received the highest rainfall in Hyderabad on Wednesday with 18 mm recorded by 7 pm. Himayatnagar and Ramanthapur followed closely, while ESS Jeedimetla saw the lowest rainfall in the city at just 2 mm

BRS MLC Dasoju Sravan criticised Chief Minister Revanth Reddy for supporting BJP leader Bandaru Dattatreya’s Vice President bid, calling it hypocritical. He demanded that Congress clarify its stand and said Revanth should resign if serious about BC empowerment

Four quacks operating unlicensed clinics and distributing medicines were caught by the Telangana Medical Council in Addagutta and Jawaharnagar. Long-running clinics were found violating medical norms, and cases will be registered under relevant sections of the NMC, TSPMR, and BNS Acts.

The BRS Vidhyarthi wing will hold a state-level student conference in Hyderabad on July 26 to oppose the Banakacherla project in Andhra Pradesh, accusing state and national leaders of conspiring to divert Telangana's water resources and pledging a protest campaign

A 23-year-old BTech student from Yadadri-Bhongir died by suicide after jumping in front of a passenger train near the Yamnampet railway bridge in Ghatkesar. He was staying in a Scheduled Caste hostel. Police are investigating the incident

Apple’s iOS 26 developer beta is now available, featuring a new Liquid Glass design. The public beta is expected later this month, with the full release likely by mid-September. iOS 26 may bring UI changes and updates to Messages, CarPlay and more

A 24-year-old patient from Somalia, suffering from complications due to a failed VP shunt and abdominal TB, was successfully treated at Medicover Hospitals in Hyderabad. The patient had undergone failed surgeries in eight countries before reaching India for treatment

A woman identified as D Radhika died by suicide at her home in Bandlaguda, Nagole, following frequent disputes with her husband. The incident happened on Thursday when no other family members were present. Police have taken up investigation

Hyderabad MP Asaduddin Owaisi urged CM Revanth Reddy to resume GHMC’s halted mechanical sweeping operations. He said the work was stopped due to lack of funds and called for long-term tenders to maintain hygiene and worker safety in the city

India lost over Rs 22,845 crore to cyber crimes in 2024, with 36.37 lakh cases reported. A major chunk is linked to Chinese-run cybercrime syndicates trafficking Indians for scams. The government is rescuing victims and strengthening international cooperation.

Commuters in Hyderabad’s Old City are facing hazardous conditions as continuous rains worsen potholes and cause road erosion. Several roads are flooded, and many women have stopped using two-wheelers due to safety concerns. Locals demand urgent civic intervention.

Hyderabad and its surrounding districts continued to experience persistent rainfall and overcast skies on Thursday. The IMD forecasts that this damp weather will persist until Sunday. Rainfall peaked at 38.8 mm in Quthbullapur, with average GHMC rainfall above normal.

Hyderabad’s idol makers are shifting from Plaster of Paris to eco-friendly clay Ganeshas. While Dhoolpet artisans still use PoP for large idols, demand for clay idols is surging—especially from NRIs and civic bodies. Prices have risen amid higher material costs.

A woman visiting Peddamma Temple in Jubilee Hills had her purse stolen, and Rs 40,000 was later withdrawn using her ATM card. Police are examining CCTV footage. The victim had written her PIN on the back of the card.

Sigachi Industries has begun distributing ex gratia compensation to families of those killed in the June 30 blast at its Pashamylaram plant. Payments of Rs.10 lakh each have been issued to 15 families so far, with more disbursements to follow

Prof Ajailiu Niumai from University of Hyderabad co-edits a new volume titled Hundred Years of Sociology in India, released by Springer. The book captures a century of sociological evolution and includes essays from leading and emerging Indian sociologists

BRS working president KT Rama Rao called the upcoming local body polls a turning point for the party, urging cadres to treat them seriously. He criticised the Congress government for failed promises and said the polls would pave the way for BRS's return.

Chinthala Yamini (27), a software professional from Khammam, was found hanging in her room at a ladies hostel in Gachibowli on Tuesday night. Police said she was alone at the time. A case has been registered and investigation is underway

A 24-year-old UPSC aspirant from Cherukuthota Colony, Saroornagar, died by suicide after failing to clear the prelims exam twice. He had been preparing for civil services for three years and reportedly slipped into depression over repeated failures