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The State government on Saturday ordered a major reshuffle in the police department, transferring and posting 20 IPS officers across Telangana. Several key commissionerate and traffic wing changes were made, including new appointments in Hyderabad, Cyberabad and Malkajgiri commissionerates

Amid complaints over pollution, authorities have stepped up cleaning of Hussain Sagar lake using floating trash skimmers and an amphibious excavator. Officials said waste thrown by visitors and weeds entering from Kukatpally nala are being removed as part of a continuous cleaning drive

A massive fire broke out at a scrap warehouse in Kondapur, Hyderabad, on Saturday, triggering panic among residents. The warehouse stored thermocol and other combustible materials used for film shootings. Fire personnel brought the blaze under control, and no casualties were reported

Nacharam police arrested a man for allegedly cheating unemployed youth by promising railway jobs and collecting Rs 20 lakh from them. The accused and his associates reportedly took money from 20 job aspirants but failed to provide the promised employment.

Eight migrant workers from Andhra Pradesh were detained at RGIA after airline staff detected fake IndiGo tickets during verification. The passengers were allegedly cheated by a local agent who promised to arrange their travel to Kuwait. Police have launched an investigation.

A hot air balloon carrying three passengers made a safe emergency landing near Ibrahim Bagh Lake in Hyderabad on Saturday after a technical glitch caused a loss of air pressure. The incident occurred during the State government-organised hot air balloon festival.

Hyderabad Police Commissioner V.C. Sajjanar has warned the public against fraudulent lucky draw schemes promoted by social media influencers, promising costly prizes. He said strict legal action would be taken under the Prize Chits and Money Circulation Schemes Act against those cheating citizens.

Only those who registered online will be allowed to attend the drone show at Gachibowli Stadium on Saturday, Telangana Tourism Department said, citing capacity constraints. The event drew overwhelming response, while hot air balloon rides continued elsewhere in the city.

Police prevented BRS leaders and workers from leaving Telangana Bhavan and stopped Legislative Council Opposition leader V. Madhusudhana Chary from proceeding to a hospital, allowing him to leave only after a delay and under police escort, triggering protests and slogans.

A 30-year-old man is battling for life after being hit and dragged by a speeding car in Saidabad. The driver fled the scene, while police registered a case and launched a search to trace the vehicle and the accused.

Hyderabad were bowled out for 123 in the BCCI Women’s Under-15 One-Day pre-quarterfinal at Puducherry, with Shaik Aisha scoring 31 not out. Maharashtra chased down the target in 24.4 overs, led by Niheera Sharma’s fluent 51

Ahead of the Medaram Maha Jatara, locals are selling hot water for Rs 50 per bucket to devotees during the Sankranti rush. Over one lakh devotees visited on Friday, causing traffic jams in Mulugu near key temples and roads

A local court sentenced Mohd Irfan to 10 years’ rigorous imprisonment and Rs 1000 fine in a 2014 Miyapur murder-for-gain case. Irfan killed P Jagdish after a money demand and fled with cash and a mobile phone.

Durgam Cheruvu, once a popular tourist attraction in Hyderabad’s IT corridor, is facing severe weed and algal infestation. Visitors have complained of foul smell and limited boating, blaming administrative inaction for the lake’s deteriorating condition.

Durgam Cheruvu, once a popular tourist attraction in Hyderabad’s IT corridor, is facing severe weed and algal infestation. Visitors have complained of foul smell and limited boating, blaming administrative inaction for the lake’s deteriorating condition.

TBZ-The Original has opened a new showroom at Himayathnagar, marking over 25 years of its presence in Hyderabad. The jewellery brand announced month-long silver jubilee offers across its three city stores to celebrate the milestone

Low frequency and irregular TSRTC bus services in Hyderabad’s southern suburbs are causing hardship to students and office-goers during peak hours. Commuters complain of long waiting times, overcrowding and lack of bus shelters at several locations.

In a special enforcement drive, Secunderabad Zone Police arrested 12 persons and seized 162 bobbins of banned Chinese manja worth Rs 1.88 lakh. Raids were conducted in Chikkadpally, Gandhinagar and Osmania University areas.

Researchers must move beyond conventional methods and ensure their work benefits people below the poverty line, said Prof R S Nirjar at a conference at Maulana Azad National Urdu University, where academicians discussed socially relevant and inclusive research practices.

A gang of burglars allegedly armed with knives carried out a series of midnight burglaries during Sankranti on the outskirts of Hyderabad. Several houses in Chengicherla, Kanakadurga Colony and Anushakti Nagar were targeted, prompting a police investigation.