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GHMC Commissioner RV Karnan inspected the Shastripuram RoB after a media report and confirmed it is ready for inauguration. He also reviewed Nalgonda flyover works and directed officials to expedite construction for completion by June.
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Former Chief Justice of India BR Gavai has joined NALSAR University as Chair Professor. He declined a salary and delivered a lecture on development and equality, while also inaugurating the Ambedkar Chair office to support academic research.
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Students at Osmania University protested against delays in scholarships and fee reimbursement dues, citing financial hardship. ABVP activists joined the agitation, warning of larger protests if the government fails to release pending funds and fill faculty vacancies soon.
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Civil Supplies officials and police seized 35 tonnes of PDS rice near Shamirpet and arrested two persons. The rice, meant for public distribution, was being illegally diverted to Madhya Pradesh. Authorities are investigating the larger smuggling network involved.
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Activists and alumni protested in Patancheru demanding protection of Zilla Parishad High School land after demolition of its boundary. Allegations of encroachment and ownership disputes have surfaced, with calls for legal action and construction of a new school building.
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Hyderabad is witnessing a rise in gastroenteritis and other water-borne diseases amid intense summer heat. Hospitals report increased admissions, with a localised outbreak in Secunderabad linked to sewage contamination. Officials urge precautions like boiling water and maintaining hygiene.
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IKP Knowledge Park has launched IKP ARK, a 12-month accelerator programme offering up to Rs 2 crore in funding and services to science startups. The initiative aims to help MedTech and HealthTech ventures move from lab stage to market efficiently.
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A dispute between two senior officials in Hyderabad’s Banjara Hills, allegedly over a pet dog, escalated into a public disturbance. Police have registered a case and are investigating allegations of aggressive behaviour, property damage, and abusive language.
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A major Rs 459-crore infrastructure project at Hyderabad’s IIIT-H junction will add three flyovers and one underpass to ease heavy traffic. The project aims to create signal-free movement and improve connectivity, with completion targeted by 2028.
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Hyderabad is witnessing intense heat due to clear skies, direct solar radiation and lack of green cover. Glass buildings in Hitec City are worsening conditions by reflecting heat, making ground temperatures significantly higher than official readings, especially in urban zones.
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Telangana Police and Godrej Consumer Products Ltd conducted a raid in Hyderabad, seizing 3,600 counterfeit Goodknight refills from a wholesaler in Jambagh. FIRs have been registered, and investigations are underway to trace the supply network.
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Mailardevpally police arrested two men for allegedly breaking into a pan shop near Thanda Garam Hotel and stealing goods. The accused were identified through CCTV footage after the shop owner filed a complaint. Both have been remanded.
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A 15-year-old girl died after suffering severe burns in a house fire in Chevella, taking the toll to two, including her mother. Police have registered a case, while the family has alleged foul play and demanded investigation.
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Jubilee Hills police arrested two employees of ‘Trivial Chapter’ consultancy for allegedly cheating job seekers with false promises of overseas employment. The accused reportedly issued fake work permits, while eight others, including the founder and CEO, remain absconding.
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A 76-year-old man was found dead near railway tracks between Charlapalli and Ghatkesar in Telangana. Police suspect suicide linked to health issues. The case is under investigation, and further details are awaited.
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Police in Kumram Bheem Asifabad booked three traders for allegedly diverting PDS rice in Jainoor mandal. A total of 64 quintals of rice was seized during inspections, and investigations have been launched into the illegal activity.
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Several parts of the erstwhile Adilabad district witnessed severe heatwave conditions with temperatures crossing 41 degrees Celsius. The intense heat forced people indoors and disrupted farm work, with residents relying on cooling drinks to cope with the weather.
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Researchers at IIIT Hyderabad have developed GoldAid, a wearable safety device that alerts supervisors during industrial accidents. The system detects falls, gas exposure, and vitals in real time and has been tested at power plants and construction sites.
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A 20-year-old auto-rickshaw driver was allegedly murdered by three unidentified persons in Tallabkatta, Hyderabad, over a petty issue. The victim succumbed to injuries in hospital. Police have registered a case and launched a search for the suspects.
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Cognizant has launched the Technoverse Hackathon 2026, offering students a platform to solve real-world industry challenges across multiple sectors. The competition promotes innovation, includes 50% women’s participation, and will conclude in May with winners felicitated in Pune.
