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Thousands of devotees thronged the Ujjaini Mahakali temple in Secunderabad for the Lashkar Bonalu festival on Sunday, with long queues and complaints about VIP entries. Despite the crowds, police reported peaceful celebrations, supported by AI-based surveillance for the first time.

Hyderabad Police has restricted Ganesh idols to a maximum height of 16 feet during this year's festivities. The decision aims to improve public safety during transportation and immersion, with authorities also promoting eco-friendly clay idols and stricter compliance with safety norms.

Hyderabad Police Commissioner VC Sajjanar has urged residents to remain vigilant as heavy rainfall is forecast over the next 48 hours. Citizens have been advised to avoid unnecessary travel, follow IMD advisories, drive carefully, and contact Dial 100 for emergencies.

Hyderabad police have reported 565 servant theft cases in two years, urging residents to make police verification of domestic workers mandatory. Jubilee Hills recorded the highest cases, with IT professionals, senior citizens, and students living alone identified as prime targets.

Hyderabad Police Commissioner VC Sajjanar suspended Malakpet Inspector Kumbham Narasimha following an internal inquiry that reportedly found negligence and lapses in handling cases during his tenure at Sultan Bazar Police Station. Further departmental proceedings will continue against the officer

Hyderabad Police Commissioner VC Sajjanar warned Indiramma housing scheme applicants about cyber fraud attempts involving fake APK files, WhatsApp links and websites. He urged people to avoid sharing personal details, OTPs and banking information, and use official channels for payments and queries

Hyderabad Police Commissioner V.C. Sajjanar announced that the newly established Investigation Monitoring Cell has boosted conviction rates, with 2,469 cases secured in six months, including one death sentence and multiple life terms.

Hyderabad police, along with other civic and highway agencies, have identified nearly 80 accident‑prone stretches on the Outer Ring Road and are considering an AI‑based traffic enforcement system to curb violations.

Hyderabad Police Commissioner V.C. Sajjanar revealed that the city loses nearly ₹1 crore daily to cyber fraud. Speaking at an FTCCI round table, he called for a coordinated crackdown on mule bank accounts and ghost SIM cards

Hyderabad Police Commissioner VC Sajjanar has directed Ganesh Utsav organisers to restrict idol heights to 15 feet to avoid accidents during transportation and immersion. He urged early coordination with idol makers and warned against unsafe practices such as lifting overhead power lines during processions.

Hyderabad Police Commissioner V.C. Sajjanar inspected the traffic trial around KBR Park and reviewed congestion patterns at key junctions. Officials identified operational challenges, proposed infrastructure improvements, and said any permanent traffic changes would be based on detailed analysis of collected data.

With 2,539 underage driving cases recorded between January and May, Hyderabad police have proposed that schools award negative marks to students caught driving. Officials warned of strict penalties for minors and parents while stressing the need for stronger road safety measures.

School managements in Hyderabad have been directed to prioritise student safety and adopt a zero-tolerance approach towards underage driving, substance abuse, cybercrime and unsafe transport practices. Authorities also stressed stronger monitoring, surveillance and parental support to protect schoolchildren.

Recent spells of rain have exposed deficiencies in Hyderabad’s monsoon preparedness, prompting intervention by senior police and HYDRAA officials. Civic bodies cite resource limitations and delayed infrastructure works as waterlogging, traffic congestion and rain-related fatalities continue to affect residents.

Hyderabad City Police have been placed on high alert to handle rain-related emergencies and ensure public safety. Police Commissioner VC Sajjanar inspected waterlogging-prone areas and directed officials to prevent water stagnation while coordinating closely with civic and utility departments

Under 'Operation Kavach', Hyderabad Police seized 2,149 vehicles on Thursday night during a massive drive against number plate tampering and fake registrations. Police Commissioner V.C. Sajjanar warned that violators will face criminal cheating and forgery charges

Telangana State Formation Day was celebrated across the Hyderabad, Cyberabad, Malkajgiri and Future City Police Commissionerates. Senior police officials hoisted the National Flag, paid tribute to Telangana martyrs and highlighted achievements in policing, technology adoption and public service.

The Hyderabad Police launched ‘AI-CopWriter’, an AI-powered mobile application that records, transcribes and translates complaints in 10 Indian languages in real time. The app helps generate FIR drafts quickly and aims to improve efficiency and uniformity across police stations

Hyderabad Police Commissioner V C Sajjanar urged citizens to conduct proper background verification before hiring domestic workers, especially after the alleged involvement of a Nepalese housemaid in the murder of former Andhra Pradesh DGP Vinay Ranjan Rao’s wife in Jubilee Hills.

BRS leader T Harish Rao accused the Congress government of ignoring large-scale land encroachments in Nadergul, Rangareddy district, while targeting the poor through HMDA.