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Stormwater drain widening works in Ameerpet caused severe traffic congestion on the busy SR Nagar–Mythrivanam stretch after more than 40 per cent of the road was blocked. GHMC officials said the project aims to improve drainage and prevent flooding during the monsoon.

Residents of Vengalraonagar Colony have opposed the proposed TIMS mortuary near their residential area, citing sanitation, traffic and psychological concerns. They have urged the government to relocate the facility within the hospital campus and warned of continued protests until action is taken.

The Secunderabad Cantonment Board has intensified monsoon preparedness by undertaking desilting works in Patny and Hasmathpet nalas. The initiative aims to improve drainage, prevent flooding in vulnerable colonies and ensure smoother stormwater flow before the rainy season begins.

Two Hyderabad students, Mohit Shekher Shukla and Kuchi Sandeep, secured AIR 4 and AIR 5 respectively in JEE Advanced 2026. Mohit emerged as the Telangana topper and IIT Madras zone topper, crediting disciplined preparation for his achievement

With heatwave conditions persisting across Telangana, parents and lecturers have urged the State government to postpone the reopening of junior colleges by a week. However, the Intermediate Education Department has completed preparations for the commencement of the new academic session on Monday.

The Telangana School Education Department has completed its 2026 general transfer exercise for officers and non-teaching staff. Conducted online for the first time for non-teaching personnel, the exercise involved transfers across district, zonal, multi-zonal and State cadres.

Alumni of Osmania University's Department of Zoology from the 1999–2001 batch reunited on campus to celebrate 25 years since their student days. The gathering featured nostalgic interactions, shared memories and a special felicitation of professors who mentored the batch.

A 41-year-old mechanic from Alwal died after allegedly suffering electrocution while repairing a lift at an apartment building in Chaderghat on Saturday night. Residents found him inside the lift, and police have registered a case and begun an investigation.

A 21-year-old engineering student from Shadnagar died after a tipper lorry hit the scooter he was travelling on at Tolichowki on Saturday night. The victim succumbed to injuries during treatment, while police registered a case and launched an investigation.

An 82-year-old woman suffering from Achalasia Cardia, a rare disorder that prevented food from reaching her stomach, has been successfully treated at Aster Prime Hospital in Hyderabad. Doctors performed an advanced POEM procedure, restoring her ability to eat and drink normally.

A ragpicker who was injured in a hit-and-run accident on Salar Jung Bridge in Afzalgunj on May 23 died while undergoing treatment at Osmania General Hospital. Police have registered a case and are trying to identify and arrest the driver.

The Telangana School Education Department has released the TG TET June 2026 examination schedule. The test will be conducted from June 16 to 22 in 10 sessions, with 1.36 lakh candidates, including 28,149 in-service teachers, registered to appear.

The DOST 2026 second-phase seat allotment results have been announced, with 52,302 students securing provisional admissions. Commerce remained the most preferred stream, while candidates have been asked to complete online self-reporting before participating in the next admission phase.

The Anti-Corruption Bureau arrested a Telangana Cyber Security Bureau inspector for allegedly demanding and accepting a bribe in connection with a cyber fraud investigation. Searches at his residence reportedly led to the recovery of unaccounted cash, gold ornaments and property documents.

PETA India and SAFI have facilitated the registration of an FIR against the chairman of Metpally Municipality over the alleged illegal relocation of more than 100 community dogs. Police have launched an investigation to trace the animals and determine their whereabouts.

The CPI has accused Congress leaders in Khammam of encouraging encroachments on valuable NSP lands. District secretary Dandi Suresh alleged political backing for illegal occupation of canal lands and demanded immediate removal of encroachments and establishment of a greenbelt.

BRS working president KT Rama Rao accused the Congress government of failing to fulfil promises made to SCs, STs, BCs and Minorities. He alleged favouritism in awarding contracts, demanded repeal of GOMs 17 and sought a white paper on contractor funds.

A college student has been booked by Medchal police for allegedly sexually exploiting a pharmacy student after promising marriage. The accused is also alleged to have recorded intimate content, demanded money, and blackmailed the woman by threatening to share the material.

The redevelopment of Hafizpet railway station under the Amrit Bharat Station Scheme is nearing completion, with 99 per cent of works finished. The upgraded station features modern passenger amenities, improved accessibility and enhanced infrastructure at a revised project cost of Rs 33 crore.

The national flag has been re-hoisted at Hyderabad’s historic Moazzam Jahi Market after being absent for nearly a month due to damaged support cables. GHMC replaced the flag, installed stronger cables and ensured compliance with the Flag Code of India, 2002.