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Hyderabad police arrested four people for supplying SIM cards to Dubai-based cricket betting syndicates. The fraudsters use WhatsApp and Telegram to cheat victims, manipulate betting results, and cause financial losses, highlighting a sophisticated cybercrime method involving SIM cards.

Malkajgiri police will deploy around 2,000 personnel for IPL matches at Uppal Stadium on April 5 and May 22. With 430 cameras and tight security measures, traffic restrictions will also be enforced on match day.

Motorists have criticised the sharp increase in vehicle registration number charges after the RTA revised its fee structure. With higher reservation costs and no guarantee of allocation, many say the new system adds financial burden and reduces interest in fancy numbers.

A pan shop owner in Attapur was brutally attacked by a group of men after refusing to sell cigarettes late at night. The injured man was rescued by passers-by and shifted to hospital. Police have registered a case.

Former Chief Minister K Chandrashekhar Rao extended Hanuman Jayanti greetings, praising Lord Hanuman as a symbol of strength and devotion. He urged youth to follow his values and prayed for Telangana’s continued progress and prosperity.

Rising temperatures and fluctuating weather in Hyderabad are increasing cases of heatstroke and diarrhoeal diseases. Doctors warn vulnerable groups to stay hydrated, avoid contaminated food, and take precautions, as hospitals report a growing number of summer-related illnesses.

BRS MLA Sudheer Reddy staged a unique protest in the Assembly by wearing a mosquito-net outfit to highlight Hyderabad’s mosquito problem. He criticised the government’s inaction and demanded large-scale fogging to prevent rising cases of dengue and malaria.

Cyberabad Police arrested 19 people linked to 12 trading fraud cases across India. A major Rs 2.93 crore scam was uncovered, and courts issued 884 refund orders in 125 cases, helping recover over Rs 4.35 crore.

BRS MLC Dasoju Sravan Kumar urged Rahul Gandhi to intervene against Telangana’s proposed Hate Speech Bill, alleging it threatens free speech and dissent. He called the Bill draconian and warned of misuse, citing constitutional and legal concerns.

An 18-year-old boy, Arbas, drowned while swimming in an irrigation project near Kagaznagar. After an overnight search involving expert divers, police recovered his body on Thursday. A case has been registered and an investigation is underway.

The 49th Higher Air Command Course concluded at Secunderabad’s College of Air Warfare, training senior officers from all three services. Air Marshal Manish Khanna reviewed the event, where top performers were honoured for excellence in academics, research, and overall performance.

Hyderabad Cybercrime police arrested Harshad from Kerala for duping a private company accountant of Rs 1.20 crore by impersonating the CEO on WhatsApp. The accountant reported the fraud after realizing a suspicious request, leading to a police investigation and arrest.

Hyderabad paediatrician Dr Sivaranjani Santosh refused to comply with legal notices from two pharma companies over her social media posts criticizing high-sugar ORS beverages. She cited FSSAI orders and her duty to public health as justification for maintaining her posts.

A newborn baby boy’s body was allegedly found in a flush tank at Ramdevrao Memorial Hospital, Kukatpally. A housekeeping worker discovered the infant, and police are investigating, reviewing CCTV footage to determine how and when the baby died.

A court sentenced Ch Veeresh (52) to 15 months rigorous imprisonment and imposed a Rs 1,500 fine in the 2019 sexual assault case of an 11-year-old girl in Chikkadpally. Police had registered the case following a complaint from the girl’s family.

Hyderabad hotels and tiffin centres are reducing menus due to a shortage of commercial LPG cylinders caused by the Israel-US-Iran conflict. Items like puri and idli are being skipped, and some establishments are switching to firewood for cooking.

Ravi Teja Girijala, editor of hits like Pelli Choopulu and Cinema Bandi, conducted a masterclass at ACFM. He highlighted the unseen art of editing, emphasizing objectivity, tough creative decisions, and the difference between storytelling on paper and in the editing suite.

South Central Railway achieved its highest-ever gross originating revenue of Rs 21,211.92 crore in 2025-26, led by record freight and passenger earnings. The GM credited the milestone to staff efforts, operational efficiency, and a focus on customer service.

Malkajgiri police arrested nine individuals involved in an online trading fraud. The gang duped a professor of Rs 36.35 lakh in a stock market scam. Seized items include laptops, phones, ATM cards, cheque books, and identification documents.

A truck driver was allegedly robbed by two youths on the PVNR Expressway in Hyderabad. The accused stopped him on the pretext of an accident, demanded money, and fled after snatching his mobile phone. Police are investigating.