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The Secunderabad Task Force and Malakpet police arrested two interstate drug peddlers and seized 20 kg of marijuana worth about Rs 10 lakh in Dilsukhnagar. The accused allegedly transported the contraband from Odisha, while two other suspects remain absconding.

A complaint has been lodged with Mehdipatnam police seeking legal action against Goshamahal MLA T Raja Singh over alleged remarks targeting Muslims and Muslim women. The complainant has urged authorities to verify a viral video, investigate the matter, and safeguard communal harmony.

A construction worker from Andhra Pradesh died after reportedly losing his balance and falling from the third floor of an under-construction building at Navodaya Venture in Medchal on Thursday. Police visited the site and have launched an investigation into the incident.

Hyderabad has emerged as a major data centre destination, with live capacity more than doubling since 2022 and a 1.9 GW project pipeline. Investments by Microsoft, AWS and Oracle are accelerating the city's transformation into a leading hyperscale and AI infrastructure hub.

Star Hospitals has released a free public health book, The Human Bone Joints Explained, authored by orthopedic and robotic surgeon Dr Neelam V Ramana Reddy. The publication aims to promote mobility, dispel myths, prevent joint degeneration, and encourage pain-free living.

A seven-year-old boy who suffered life-threatening injuries in a dog attack, including severe blood loss, scalp avulsion, and an ischemic stroke, has recovered after intensive care and reconstructive surgery at Kamineni Hospitals. He was discharged on Thursday following successful treatment.

BRS leader T Harish Rao accused the Congress government of failing to fulfil promises made to employees and workers, including implementation of the PRC and DA dues. Campaigning for a BRTU-backed candidate, he urged employees to support the union in upcoming elections.

The TG LAWCET and PGLCET 2026 results were announced on Thursday, with 76.65 per cent qualifying in the three-year law course, 52.72 per cent in the five-year course, and 93.03 per cent in PGLCET. Toppers from Andhra Pradesh and Telangana were also declared.

A Telangana Government committee member has urged TITA to identify and document IT professionals who participated in the Telangana Movement. TITA will form a Screening and Selection Committee and invite eligible individuals to submit evidence supporting their involvement in the statehood struggle.

The Telangana Forest Development Corporation organised a series of eco-awareness programmes at the Botanical Garden, Hyderabad, including World Bicycle Day celebrations and a forest fire awareness drive. Participants pledged to adopt sustainable practices and contribute towards a greener, healthier Telangana.

BRS leader Talasani Srinivas Yadav accused the Congress government of failing unemployed youth and taking credit for recruitments initiated during the previous regime. He announced a major youth meeting in August and said the BRS would continue fighting for employment opportunities.

The Southwest Monsoon, which reached Kerala on Thursday, is expected to enter Telangana by June 7 or 8, according to IMD. Officials said statewide coverage could take up to 10 days and cautioned that rainfall during July and August may remain uncertain.

A fire broke out at a garments store in Maitrivanam, Ameerpet on Thursday afternoon. Firefighters rushed to the spot and launched operations. No casualties have been reported so far, while nearby buildings were evacuated as a precautionary measure.

Cyberabad police arrested four persons for allegedly posing as policemen and kidnapping businessmen to extort money. The gang used fake IDs and uniforms to deceive victims. Over Rs 6 lakh was extorted, and multiple fake documents and weapons were seized.

Hyderabad Task Force and SR Nagar police arrested a suspended CISF constable for allegedly transporting 158 kg of marijuana worth Rs 79 lakh. The accused, previously booked under the NDPS Act, is suspected of continuing interstate drug trafficking activities.

Tolichowki police arrested a caretaker for allegedly robbing an elderly woman’s house and stealing mobile phones and imitation jewellery. The accused was engaged through a home care service. Police recovered stolen items and registered a case following a complaint.

Prohibition and Excise Department officials seized defence liquor worth Rs 1 lakh from a former military employee in Secunderabad. The accused allegedly sourced liquor from Madhya Pradesh at low prices and sold it illegally in Sainikpuri. A total of 58 bottles were recovered.

Kothagudem SP B Rohith Raju reviewed monsoon preparedness with SDRF, DDRF, Singareni rescue and fire department teams, stressing coordination and readiness. At Bhadrachalam, officials were directed to identify flood-prone villages and prepare relief measures in view of possible flooding.

BRS working president KT Rama Rao challenged the Congress and BJP to identify a State that achieved more progress than Telangana under K Chandrashekhar Rao. Citing economic and development indicators, he defended the BRS record and criticised the Congress government's performance.

The Hyderabad Management Association and Rishi UBR Women’s College have launched the PRAGNYA Management Research Centre to promote research, publications, and industry-academia collaboration. An MoU was signed to support the centre’s long-term growth and strengthen research capabilities among students and faculty.