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TG EAPCET 2026 has attracted applicants across age groups, including a 65-year-old candidate. With no upper age limit, older aspirants are seeking engineering and pharmacy admissions, primarily to gain qualifications required for licences and regulatory compliance

The Telangana government has promoted six senior IPS officers, including Swati Lakra and VC Sajjanar, to the rank of Director General of Police. The officers will, however, continue in their current postings despite the elevation.

Telangana has shifted admissions for five-year integrated UG–PG programmes to the DOST portal, replacing CPGET. Around 370 seats are available across state universities in courses like MSc and MBA. Eligible Intermediate students can now apply online.

RTC employees’ strike in Telangana is set to intensify as the Joint Action Committee calls for a statewide Maha Dharna. Union leaders accuse the government of inaction, while the agitation continues until their key demands are addressed.

The indefinite TGSRTC strike disrupted public transport across Telangana, halting most bus services and affecting nearly 60 lakh commuters. Limited hired services failed to meet demand, while the government initiated talks and temporary measures to manage the crisis.

NCB Hyderabad seized 69 kg of Alprazolam and arrested three people during a raid on an illegal drug manufacturing unit in Moula Ali. Officials also recovered chemicals used for Ephedrine production, with contraband valued at Rs 17.40 crore.

Cognizant has partnered with OpenAI to scale Codex across enterprise clients, integrating the AI coding tool into its engineering workflows. The collaboration aims to enhance software development through automation, while combining human expertise with AI-driven capabilities.

UPES Dehradun announced its transition into an AI-first university, partnering with OpenAI to deploy ChatGPT Edu across campus. The initiative aims to integrate AI into learning, research, and teaching for over 20,000 students and faculty members.

Redwood Software has inaugurated its India technology centre in Hyderabad to drive AI-powered automation and innovation. The company plans to hire over 300 professionals by 2027, strengthening its global operations and supporting more than 7,000 customers worldwide.

Premia Academy staged its second theatre production, ‘Sitayan – The Shadow of Flame’, offering a modern take on Sita’s journey. The play highlighted resilience and strength while providing students a platform to showcase their artistic growth before theatre experts.

Cyberabad Police have booked 22 cases and arrested 28 people in a major crackdown on food adulteration over four months. Authorities seized adulterated goods worth ₹64 lakh, exposing illegal units using unsafe ingredients and operating without proper licences.

TGSRTC has urged employees not to join the ongoing strike, warning it may be illegal during ongoing conciliation talks. The management emphasised dialogue, citing legal provisions and cautioning workers about wage cuts and disciplinary action.

Tree removal for Hyderabad’s H-CITI infrastructure project has impacted greenery along a key stretch near KBR Park. GHMC says necessary permissions were obtained and measures are in place to minimise loss as road and excavation work progresses.

A mega job fair will be held in Hyderabad on April 25 at Masab Tank, offering jobs across sectors including IT, healthcare, banking, and education. Candidates with SSC qualification and above can attend free preliminary interviews at the venue.

A man was arrested in Hyderabad for allegedly killing his younger brother and sister-in-law in Sultanpura over a financial dispute. Police said a heated argument escalated, leading to the fatal stabbing of both victims. Investigation is underway.

Hyderabad Traffic Police have announced night-time diversions from 12 am to 6 am on Tuesday and Wednesday due to Skywalk construction at Mehdipatnam. Alternate routes have been issued for vehicles coming from Masab Tank, Tolichowki, and surrounding areas.

IMD Hyderabad has issued a yellow alert for thunderstorms, lightning, and gusty winds across most Telangana districts for the next 48 hours. The weather pattern of hot days followed by evening storms is expected to continue until April 27.

Contract sanitation, security, and patient care workers in Telangana government hospitals staged a protest in Hyderabad demanding a minimum wage hike to Rs 26,000 and better benefits. Led by AITUC, they submitted memorandums to health department officials.

A 14-year-old boy died in Nacharam, Hyderabad, after falling from his balcony while allegedly creating social media reels. He reportedly lost balance while performing a stunt. Police have registered a case and launched an investigation.

Jubilee Hills police booked a 26-year-old food delivery worker for allegedly using a fake vehicle number plate to avoid traffic fines. The offence was detected during a routine check, and a case has been registered under relevant BNS sections.