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Recent police raids suggest illegal matka gambling is slowly resurfacing in parts of Hyderabad despite years of sustained enforcement. Police say operators are attempting to rebuild betting networks through informal channels, prompting intensified surveillance and strict action against organisers, facilitators and participants.

With one week left before the August 3 deadline, over 92 lakh electors in Telangana are yet to submit their enumeration forms under the Special Intensive Revision of electoral rolls. Election officials have urged voters to complete the process without further delay.

Pillar construction on the Paradise Circle–Suchitra Junction stretch of the SCB Elevated Corridor is nearing completion, while girder work continues. However, tunnel excavation beneath Begumpet Airport remains delayed due to pending Airports Authority of India land clearance, leaving the project's next phase uncertain.

Gachibowli police have apprehended 15 holiday consultants for allegedly cheating customers through deceptive holiday membership schemes. The investigation began after a Hyderabad resident complained of losing Rs 3.40 lakh, with police identifying 19 victims who allegedly lost nearly Rs 22 lakh.

Educational institutions are increasingly hiring trained narcotics detection dogs to conduct surprise inspections and keep campuses drug-free. Service providers report growing demand for canine teams, with most detections involving ganja and cigarettes, while trained dogs are also deployed for explosive detection and security duties.

Hyderabad EOW arrested six alleged QNET independent representatives from Goa in connection with a suspected pyramid and money circulation scheme. Police alleged that a Hyderabad businessman was lured into investing Rs 7.5 lakh through social media-based recruitment tactics.

A local court convicted former 3F Industries Depot Manager M. Veera Venkata Krishna Rao in a Rs 1.23-crore cheating case and sentenced him to one year's simple imprisonment. The case involved alleged diversion of company stock during an ERP-to-SAP migration.

A mini truck caught fire on Bachupally–Miyapur Road near Urbanrise on Thursday, causing panic among commuters. Bachupally police quickly reached the spot and used fire extinguishers to control the flames, preventing major damage. No casualties were reported.

Resident Welfare Associations have raised objections to Telangana's proposed CURE Bill 2026, seeking wider consultation and scientific evaluation. They have flagged concerns over property tax calculations, building permission cancellations, utility restrictions and protection of apartment owners from developer defaults.

A 33-year-old woman was arrested by Chilkalaguda police for allegedly attempting to murder her mother-in-law during a dispute over family property. The victim was rescued by neighbours and taken to Gandhi Hospital after sustaining injuries in the reported attack.

Former Telangana Director of Public Health Dr G. Srinivasa Rao has urged the State government to strengthen Covid-19 surveillance, testing and public communication amid rising cases in neighbouring Andhra Pradesh. He also warned about increasing dengue and other monsoon-related diseases.

Osmania University has postponed all examinations scheduled for July 24 following a shutdown call by Left-affiliated student unions protesting the alleged lathi-charge during the Chalo Sansad March over the NEET UG 2026 paper leak. A revised schedule will be announced later.

The CREDAI Hyderabad Property Show 2026 will be held from August 28 to 30 at HITEX Exhibition Centre, featuring more than 100 RERA-approved projects. Homebuyers can interact with developers, consult leading banks and explore residential and commercial investment opportunities across Hyderabad.

Hyderabad-based fintech startup VIYONA has received BBPS approval to operate as a Customer Operating Unit, enabling it to offer digital bill payment services across multiple categories. The certification also allows banks, NBFCs and enterprises to integrate secure payment solutions through its platform.

Raghu Vamsi Aerospace Group will invest more than Rs 600 crore to establish a 50-acre integrated superalloy manufacturing facility in Telangana. The plant will produce critical nickel-based alloys for aerospace, defence and energy sectors, helping reduce India's reliance on imports.

GMR Hyderabad International Airport has launched a dedicated premium taxi service with a fleet of more than 200 vehicles. Available 24/7, the airport-assured service offers multiple booking options and aims to provide passengers with safe, reliable and convenient last-mile connectivity.

CSIR-IICT has handed over a 500 KLD decentralised effluent treatment plant to Siripuram village, bringing eco-friendly wastewater management to the Pochampally Ikat handloom cluster. The initiative aims to protect water resources, support artisans and promote sustainable textile production.

Cyclists and fitness enthusiasts have urged HMDA to repair cracks and damaged bollards along Hyderabad's 23-km Cycling Track, warning of potential safety hazards. The appeal comes days after controversy over the removal of a section of the track near My Home Avatar Junction.

A pan shop owner was arrested by Hyderabad's Prohibition and Excise Department after officials seized 500 grams of ganja packed in sachets during a raid. The accused allegedly sold the contraband for profit and has been booked under the NDPS Act.

Hyderabad's traditional Kalai craftsmen are witnessing renewed demand as restaurants and households return to copper cookware. Though only a few workshops remain, the centuries-old tin-coating craft continues to protect health, preserve cooking quality and keep an important part of the city's heritage alive.