Telangana

Nalgonda Speed Strikers defeated Hyderabad Hurricanes 54–42 in the girls’ Under-15 category, while Warangal Stallions secured a 74–54 win in the boys’ category at the Telangana Junior Basketball League matches held at Kotla Vijaya Bhaskara Reddy Indoor Stadium

Police rescued 15 calves and arrested two persons during a vehicle check at Yamnampet in Ghatkesar. The animals were allegedly being transported illegally from Tuni cattle market to Hyderabad. The calves and vehicle were seized, and an investigation is underway.

The ACB conducted fresh searches in a disproportionate assets case involving suspended Shamirpet Tahsildar T Sucharitha, already in custody for an alleged bribery case. Officials are examining her properties, bank accounts and investments as part of the ongoing investigation.

Alwal Police arrested three persons for allegedly duping nearly 100 families by issuing fake double-bedroom housing allotment certificates. The accused collected money promising government houses, while police seized fake documents and said the main accused remains absconding.

The Special Intensive Revision of electoral rolls has begun in Hyderabad district and will continue until July 24. Booth Level Officers will make three household visits, while voters can verify records, update addresses, submit forms online, and seek assistance through helplines.

The Khairatabad Ganesh Utsav Committee has unveiled the theme for the city's iconic 69-foot Ganesh idol as Panchamukha Sankatahara Maha Ganapati. Construction commenced with Karra Puja, and over 100 workers will craft the eco-friendly idol ahead of Ganesh Chaturthi.

Cybercrime experts have raised alarm over the growing misuse of AI-driven deepfake technology by fraudsters to impersonate company executives and trick employees into authorising payments or sharing sensitive data. Finance, HR and procurement teams are increasingly being targeted in ‘Boss Scam’ cases.

The Telangana School Education Department announced the SSC Advanced Supplementary Examination 2026 results, with 82.61 per cent of candidates clearing the test and the overall Class X pass rate reaching 98.75 per cent.

Fresh questions have emerged in the SCCL coal discrepancy controversy, with overburden removal data indicating possible inconsistencies in production figures. Sources and experts have called for an independent audit of coal production, stock and mine-wise overburden removal records.

The BRS has accused the Congress government of paving the way for political interference in Anganwadi recruitments through new guidelines. The party demanded the withdrawal of GO No. 37 and sought changes to ensure a transparent and merit-based recruitment process.

A major accident was averted in Adilabad after a TGSRTC driver noticed smoke emanating from the engine of a bus and immediately stopped the vehicle near Dongargaon village. All 20 passengers disembarked safely and no injuries were reported.

BRS MLC Dasoju Sravan accused the Congress government of deliberately weakening the fee reimbursement scheme through GO Ms No. 9, alleging it was aimed at concealing the State’s financial crisis rather than safeguarding students.

Axis Bank has reaffirmed its commitment to Telangana's MSME sector, with advances of Rs. 14,847 crore to more than 24,000 enterprises in the State. The bank highlighted robust growth in lending segments and increased use of digital platforms for business loans.

BRS working president KT Rama Rao accused the Congress government of failing to fulfil its promises, pushing Telangana into debt and hurting the real estate sector. He also called on party workers to strengthen the organisation and prepare for future electoral battles.

Thousands of maize farmers in Khammam district are yet to receive payments for produce procured in April. Farmers' representatives say Rs. 300 crore remains pending and have urged the State government to clear dues immediately ahead of the ongoing kharif agricultural season.

Monkey menace has intensified in Siddipet's Nanganur mandal, with simians now damaging paddy nurseries in addition to fruits and vegetables. Farmers say repeated monkey attacks have affected cultivation and are urging the government to relocate the animals to forest areas.

The British Council will host a virtual Study UK Pre-Departure Briefing on July 16 for Indian students heading to UK universities in the Autumn/Winter 2026 intake. The session will cover visas, accommodation, travel, wellbeing, student life and support services.

A 35-year-old auto-rickshaw driver transporting schoolchildren was caught driving under the influence of alcohol during a special traffic check in Goshamahal. With a BAC level of 60 mg/100 ml, he was booked for endangering human life and public safety.

Former Minister T Harish Rao helped a 20-year-old youth from Siddipet, who lost his leg in an accident, by arranging a prosthetic limb worth Rs. 5 lakh. The gesture has enabled the youngster to walk again and regain confidence in life.

NxtWave has partnered with IIT Kharagpur Outreach Course Network (OCN) to offer micro-specialisation courses to NIAT learners from 2026. Eligible students will receive certificates, alumni status, student credentials and advanced technology training alongside their regular NxtWave programme.

The Hyderabad Public School, Begumpet, held its Investiture Ceremony 2026, formally inducting the newly elected Student Council. Rear Admiral Srinivas Maddula inspired students with lessons on leadership and service, while the school reaffirmed its commitment to holistic education and responsibility.

An electrified iron fence around a farm field in Bodu gram panchayat of Tekulapally mandal claimed two lives within 24 hours. A farm labourer died of electrocution, while the landowner allegedly died by suicide fearing legal action in the case.

Police have reportedly solved the mystery behind the discovery of four decomposed bodies in Nalgonda's Telangana Colony. Investigators suspect the involvement of the deceased woman's daughter and son-in-law, with a property dispute emerging as the likely motive behind the murders.

A 35-year-old daily wage worker from Mahabubabad was stabbed to death on a hillock in Mancherial. Police registered a case against two brothers and another accomplice who allegedly killed him over a dispute involving a teenage girl