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A TGSRTC bus driver was allegedly assaulted by a group of youths at Karmanghat in Hyderabad after an argument. The injured driver was hospitalised, and police have registered a case and launched efforts to identify and apprehend the attackers.

EAGLE Force arrested a Nigerian national in Hyderabad for allegedly overstaying his visa for nearly eight years. The man, who had been living in Kondapur and doing minor film roles, was deported to Nigeria after legal formalities and FRRO clearance.

Yashoda Hospitals, Hitec City, organised a two-day national conference on maternal emergencies and neonatal critical care. Over 1,000 healthcare professionals attended the event, which focused on real-life clinical decision-making and multidisciplinary coordination in emergency maternal and newborn care.

Mosques across Hyderabad are witnessing a large turnout of devotees observing itikaaf during the last ten days of Ramzan. Muslims spend long hours in prayer and spiritual reflection, while mosques make special arrangements for those participating.

As summer temperatures rise in Hyderabad, several NGOs are distributing water bowls for birds and stray animals. Volunteers are encouraging citizens to place and refill bowls regularly, helping thousands of animals stay hydrated during the hottest months of the year.

Cambridge Isotope Laboratories and Chemtatva Chiral Solutions have announced a Rs 300 crore joint venture to set up advanced isotope manufacturing in Genome Valley, Telangana. The project is expected to create 250 high-skilled jobs and support pharmaceutical and semiconductor research.

A leadership and career development programme at GNITS in Hyderabad highlighted the city’s growth as a technology hub. Experts discussed the need to strengthen leadership development and encouraged students to focus on building meaningful careers and leadership skills.

Star Health Insurance said it covers over 24 lakh lives across Andhra Pradesh and Telangana. The company settled nearly 1.7 lakh claims worth Rs 1,150 crore in FY26 and has expanded outreach across 720 villages and towns.

The 25th R&D Showcase at IIIT Hyderabad began at its Gachibowli campus, featuring over 400 research posters, demos and prototypes from 29 centres. The event highlights technology innovations focused on security, privacy and transparency in emerging digital systems.

Former Andhra Pradesh DGP H J Dora passed away, drawing tributes from police officials and colleagues. Hyderabad Police Commissioner V C Sajjanar remembered him as a distinguished officer whose leadership strengthened the force during a peak period of Naxal activity.

A BBC and Collective Newsroom study reveals that women’s participation in cricket across 14 Indian states has doubled since 2020, with 16 per cent of young women now playing the sport. Motivations for following women’s sports have shifted towards supporting national teams and individual athletes.

A sudden swarm of honey bees attacked Venkatapur village in Sadasivapet mandal, Sangareddy, leaving at least 15 people injured, including schoolchildren. One young man sustained serious injuries while riding his bike.

The Telangana High Court directed the State government to examine the issue of regularisation of temporary and contract employees, observing that thousands of similar cases were pending and that clear policy guidelines could help resolve disputes and reduce the burden on courts

The Telangana High Court reserved judgment on petitions challenging the Justice PC Ghose Commission report on alleged irregularities in the Kaleshwaram project, with petitioners arguing that procedural violations and denial of natural justice vitiated the inquiry

Displaced families from Velugumatla in Khammam were asked by police and revenue officials to vacate Ambedkar Bhavan and a function hall where they had been staying after their houses were demolished. The families demanded a re-survey to identify real beneficiaries for housing.

The Hyderabad Metropolitan Water Supply and Sewerage Board warned citizens not to dump waste into manholes after finding blankets, clothes and plastic items blocking sewage lines in Madhapur and nearby areas. Officials said such practices are causing repeated sewage overflow problems.

A local court sentenced a man to five years of rigorous imprisonment and imposed a Rs 5,000 fine for sexually harassing a minor girl in a case reported at Chandrayangutta in 2019.

A local court sentenced Lalu Prasad Yadav to life imprisonment and imposed a Rs 5,000 fine for the murder of E Praveen near Miyapur Bus Stop in February 2023. The killing followed a drunken quarrel over Rs 2,000.

The HMDA announced Rs 4 lakh crore infrastructure projects for Hyderabad Metropolitan Area up to 2050, covering roads, bridges, skywalks, elevated roads, and RoBs/RuBs. A workshop on the Comprehensive Mobility Plan discussed additional metro and MMTS networks.

LPG shortages in Hyderabad have led households, eateries, and hostels to temporarily switch to firewood stoves, while electric alternatives like induction stoves see cautious demand. Firewood supply remains stable, with prices ranging from Rs 4–Rs 12 per kg.