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An expert team from JNTU-Hyderabad inspected the four-storey building in Nampally where a fire killed five people. The GHMC requested the assessment of structural stability. A preliminary report was submitted, with a detailed inspection planned after handover.

Two men, Mohammed Imtiyaz and Habeeb Quadri, died while attempting to rescue two children and a woman trapped in Hyderabad’s Bacha Furniture Building fire. The blaze spread rapidly, and thick smoke prevented them from escaping. Police confirmed their heroic actions.

A massive fire in a Nampally building killed five people, including two children and an elderly woman. Rescue teams recovered the bodies from the cellar, and authorities are investigating. Fire spread quickly due to combustible materials stored in the basement.

The Hyderabad Commissioner’s Task Force arrested two men at IS Sadan and seized 11 kg of ganja worth Rs 5.5 lakh. Police said the contraband was sourced from Nagpur. Three others, including a juvenile, are absconding.

LV Prasad Eye Institute has inaugurated its new Lahoti Eye Centre in Kondapur. Opened by the Governor, the expanded facility offers specialised outpatient services and aims to improve access to quality eye care for city residents.

Cyberabad and Hyderabad traffic police booked over 690 people during weekend drunk driving checks on Saturday night. Most offenders were two-wheeler riders. Several drivers recorded dangerously high alcohol levels and will be produced before the court.

An elusive tiger roaming Yadadri Bhuvanagiri district killed a calf in a village cattle shed. Forest officials have set up camera traps to track the animal, which is suspected to have migrated from Maharashtra through northern Telangana.

Telangana’s delay in fixing the Class I admission age may disadvantage government school students in future competitive exams. While private schools admit children at six, government schools still follow a five-year norm, raising eligibility concerns.

Construction of the SCB elevated corridor has gained pace at Paradise Circle, with eight pillars completed. While utility shifting and road widening are done, uncertainty remains over Begumpet Airport land clearance needed for the underpass.

Telangana has reduced malaria cases by over 98% since 2014 through aggressive testing, treatment and prevention. A new MOHFW-ICMR report calls the State a national model for malaria control and elimination.

BRS working president KT Rama Rao has served legal notices on Union Minister Bandi Sanjay Kumar and BJP MP Dharmapuri Arvind, seeking an unconditional apology over alleged defamatory remarks and warning of civil and criminal action if they fail to comply

For Republic Day 2026, traffic restrictions will be in place around Secunderabad Parade Ground from 7 am to 12 noon. Citizens are advised to avoid key roads, follow diversion routes, and use Metro Rail. Malkajgiri Police helpline: 8712662999.

A spate of burglaries hit Hyderabad suburbs during Sankranti, targeting homes in Ghatkesar, Narapally, and other areas. Residents, including police constables, demanded intensified night patrols, while authorities review CCTV footage and register FIRs for all reported incidents.

A male tiger, around 10 years old, attacked calves in Ibrahimpur village, Yadadri Bhuvanagiri. Forest Department teams are monitoring camera traps, analyzing tiger scat, and urging villagers to report any sightings as the tiger moves from Peddapalli and Siddipet.

Cyberabad Police rescued 337 children and apprehended 55 offenders during a week-long women and child safety drive. The She Teams conducted decoy operations, acted on complaints, and the Anti-Human Trafficking Unit registered 119 cases under juvenile and child labour laws.

A fire at a furniture shop in Nampally caused heavy traffic disruptions on Saturday. Hyderabad Traffic Police and District Collector Harichandana Dasari advised commuters to use alternate routes and visitors to postpone their trip to the Numaish exhibition.

Loyola Academy Degree & PG College celebrated its 10th Graduation Day in Secunderabad, awarding degrees to nearly 1,500 students in its largest convocation so far. Chief guests highlighted ethics, leadership and lifelong learning.

Club Artizen is showcasing an augmented reality installation inspired by Cheriyal scroll paintings at the Hyderabad Litfest. The immersive project blends traditional folk art with modern technology while highlighting ethical practices and artisan recognition.

BRS general secretary RS Praveen Kumar alleged political vendetta after receiving midnight notices from the SIT, claiming it was issued on Chief Minister’s instructions. He said notices were being used to intimidate Opposition leaders questioning the Congress government

Warangal police have issued externment orders against rowdy sheeter Vanchangiri Suresh alias Kothi Suresh, barring him from the commissionerate limits for six months. The move aims to curb criminal activities and maintain public order.