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Hyderabad-based fintech firm UpTik will host the International Conference on Investments & Global Affairs at the BSE in Mumbai on January 24, bringing together global investors and policy experts to discuss capital flows, alternative investments and regulatory frameworks.

A Mailardevpally-based rowdy-sheeter has been convicted in a narcotics and illegal arms case registered at Falaknuma police station. The Nampally court sentenced him to one year of imprisonment and imposed fines, while police officials welcomed the conviction.

Temples across the city and suburbs witnessed a heavy rush of devotees on Vasanth Panchami. Families gathered in large numbers to offer prayers to Goddess Saraswati, perform special pujas and conduct Aksharabhyasam rituals for children from early morning hours.

The sixth Samuel Vasanth Kumar memorial basketball tournament for men, organised by the Sports Writers Association of Telangana, will be held at the YMCA in Secunderabad from February 10, with entries open till February 7

K Praveen Kumar will captain the Cricket Association of Telangana team in the BVCI South Zone Veterans Tournament, to be held in Vijayawada from January 24 to 26, featuring teams from five southern states

Mumbai rode on centuries by Siddhesh Lad and Sarfaraz Khan to post 332 for four against Hyderabad on the opening day of their Ranji Trophy Elite Group D match at the Rajiv Gandhi Stadium

A bike-borne assailant snatched a woman’s handbag and mobile phone from a couple travelling on a motorcycle at Somajiguda in broad daylight. Police have registered a complaint and are checking CCTV footage to identify and arrest the offender

A 55-year-old woman from Kenya successfully underwent a living-related kidney transplant at AINU, Hitec City, after exhausting treatment options back home. Her sister donated a kidney, and doctors said the patient recovered well after surgery.

A woman died while three members of her family were hospitalised in critical condition following an alleged suicide attempt in Jagathgirigutta. Police said financial distress pushed the family into depression, leading to the tragic incident. A case has been registered.

AI Engineer has emerged as the fastest-growing job role in Hyderabad, according to LinkedIn’s Jobs on the Rise 2026 report. The findings highlight growing demand for AI-led and cross-functional roles amid evolving hiring trends in the city.

Hyderabad is witnessing ‘mixed winter’ conditions, marked by hot days and chilly nights, with a temperature variation of up to 15 degrees Celsius. IMD-Hyderabad said fog and large diurnal variation are likely to persist till the second week of February.

Police registered a case against the NIT Warangal chief warden and three dog catchers for allegedly relocating stray dogs from campus in an inhumane manner. Animal activists accused them of cruelty, saying dogs were dragged and injured before intervention halted the activity

Two persons were killed in a road accident at Aleru when their two-wheeler was rammed by a car

Mohd Siraj, captaining Hyderabad against Mumbai in the Ranji Trophy, said the green wicket would challenge both batters and bowlers. He praised young talent Aman Rao, while Mumbai’s stand-in skipper Siddesh Lad stressed preparation and a competitive pitch

Hyderabad face Mumbai in a crucial Ranji Trophy Group D clash at Rajiv Gandhi Stadium. Injuries to Tanmay Agarwal, Tanay Thyagarajan and Nitesh Reddy hurt Hyderabad, while Mohd Siraj leads the side against Siddesh Lad’s in-form Mumbai

A major fire broke out in a provision store at the Monda Market area in Secunderabad on Wednesday evening. No casualties were reported. Fire officials suspect a short circuit, and swift action prevented the blaze from spreading to nearby shops.

Protests intensified across the Singareni coal belt as BRS and TGBKS demanded a CBI inquiry into alleged irregularities in SCCL under the Congress rule. Demonstrations were held at multiple locations opposing controversial tenders and warning of continued agitation.

Uncertainty surrounds Minorities Welfare Minister Mohammed Azharuddin’s continuation in the State Cabinet as he must secure Legislative Council membership by April 30. With limited vacancies and legal hurdles, Congress is exploring possible nomination options amid the approaching municipal elections

A Reddit post showing what appeared to be an aircraft inside Hyderabad’s BHEL Stadium on Google Maps sparked curiosity online. Users explained that the image captured a plane mid-flight, a common satellite imaging effect caused by fast-moving objects.

A eight-year-old boy was killed after an Army truck allegedly rammed into a two-wheeler at the RK Puram flyover in Neredmet on Wednesday. The child’s mother was seriously injured and is undergoing treatment at a private hospital.