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NITHM organised a Tourism Conclave in Hyderabad as part of Telangana’s Tourism Week celebrations under the “Prajalavaddaku Palana” initiative. Policymakers, tourism experts and hospitality leaders discussed opportunities and strategies for promoting domestic, heritage, experiential and sustainable tourism in Telangana

The Telangana Tourism Development Corporation will organise a mango pickle-making workshop at The Plaza, Begumpet, under the guidance of VahChef Sanjay Thumma. Participants will learn traditional Telangana pickle recipes, preservation techniques and spice combinations while preparing and taking home handmade mango pickle.

Located in Jayashankar Bhupalpally district, about 50 km from Warangal, this underrated treasure blends mesolithic petroglyphs, towering sandstone arches, caves, and rolling hillocks into a spectacular escape for nature lovers and history enthusiasts alike

Wildlife and nature story-teller Faizan Hussain has won the second prize in the 100 Weekend Wonders of Telangana contest for his short film Greens & Blues of Telangana. The film captures the state’s lesser-known natural landscapes, wetlands, forests, and wildlife, aiming to raise awareness about biodiversity and conservation.

TGTDC inaugurated the Hot Air Balloon Festival at Secunderabad’s Parade Grounds on Friday evening, with Tourism and Culture Minister Jupally Krishna Rao presiding. The festival will continue through the weekend, featuring balloon flights and glow shows to attract more visitors.

The International Kite and Sweet Festival begins at Secunderabad Parade Ground from January 13–15, featuring international and national kite flyers, traditional sweets from across India, and stalls for handicrafts. Hot air balloon and drone festivals follow later in January

Telangana Tourism has launched the ‘100 Weekend Wonders of Telangana’ contest, inviting travellers to capture lesser-known destinations through photos and videos. Participants can win cash prizes and complimentary Haritha Hotel stays, with entries open until January 5, 2026

The FTCCI Tourism Committee, along with State tourism bodies and industry partners, organised India’s first conference on ‘Building the Weekend Tourism Economy’ at NITHM, Gachibowli. Officials highlighted the growing demand for short breaks among Hyderabad’s workforce as stakeholders discussed new opportunities and partnerships

Valluru Kranthi highlighted the role of rural tourism in sustainable livelihoods at the Farm-to-Folk Tourism Conclave 2025 in Hyderabad. Sessions covered homestay guidelines, MSME funding, and digital marketing, with organisers pledging rural empowerment through hospitality opportunities

The Enforcement Directorate attached Rs. 4.8 crore worth properties of Mohd Munawar Khan and his wife Faiqa Taha Khan in a money laundering probe into the illegal sale of government and Bhoodan lands. The scam allegedly earned Rs. 6.45 crore

FTCCI is organising an open photography contest for World Photography Day, inviting entries that showcase Telangana’s culture, heritage, and landscapes. With cash prizes up to ₹10,000, the contest is free to enter and open to all photography enthusiasts.

To celebrate World Photography Day, FTCCI is hosting an open photography contest, inviting photographers from all backgrounds to capture the essence of Telangana. With no entry fee and unlimited submissions allowed, the contest offers a chance to win exciting cash prizes.

The Raikal waterfalls have come alive after recent rains, attracting visitors despite poor access roads. Though plans were made in 2017 to develop the site, including road work and amenities, no progress has been made so far.

The famed Kuntala waterfalls in Adilabad lack basic facilities like toilets and accommodation, deterring tourists. Despite multiple development proposals since 2017, none have materialised.

To this effect, Chief Minister A Revanth Reddy suggested to officials that three island like areas should be developed in Mir Alam Tank

Curated by Annapurna M and supported by Telangana Tourism, ‘Living Temple’ is a celebration of the ancient Indian temples, heritage and culture, and the contemporary and traditional artists who continue to keep it alive in their art

World Arena Polo Championship 2025 got underway in Hyderabad and Team France and Team UK clashed in the final leagues; France won

Minister Damodara Rajanarasimha asked tourism and other district officials to prepare a master plan and road map to develop the area into a sought-after tourist destination

Located six kilometres from the Begampet mandal headquarters, Ramagiri Khila was reportedly constructed on the hillocks in the 1st century. The stone structure is still standing rock solid even after centuries. Nobody was aware about the fort, which used to be located in the forest, till the Archaeology department unearthed it

Telangana Tourism has announced limited seating for the cruises.