Telangana

The Congress party in Sangareddy district faced embarrassment as several senior leaders, including TPCC Working President T Jagga Reddy and district in-charge minister G Vivekananda, skipped a crucial political affairs committee meeting.

Karimnagar rural police raided an illegal gambling centre in Subashnagar and arrested 17 persons. Cash worth Rs 6.75 lakh, vehicles and mobile phones were seized, and the case was later handed over to Three Town police.

The Bharat Rashtra Samithi will hold a key meeting on April 27 in Hyderabad, chaired by K Chandrashekhar Rao. The meeting is expected to focus on organisational restructuring, membership expansion and future political strategy.

Telangana government has not extended the upper age limit relaxation for job aspirants, reverting eligibility to 34 years. The decision comes amid criticism over delayed recruitment notifications, as TGPSC opens applications for Assistant Scientist posts in TG Pollution Control Board.

The Eruditus IBC Open House Series 2026 will bring top global universities to Hyderabad on April 25. The event offers students and parents direct interaction with institutions from the UK, US, and Australia to explore study opportunities abroad.

Hyderabad-based Urdu weekly Gawah has completed 27 years, continuing its print and digital presence despite industry challenges. Editor Syed Fazil Parvez was honoured at the Nai Duniya Media for Unity Awards for his long-standing contribution to Urdu journalism.

Hyderabad police arrested three chain snatchers and a receiver in a theft case. The accused targeted a woman in Habsiguda, stole her gold chain, and sold it. Police recovered gold, motorcycles, and mobile phones after tracing them through CCTV evidence.

IHM Hyderabad hosted its Annual Awards Ceremony 2025–26 at its Vidyanagar campus, celebrating student achievements and placements. The event was attended by hospitality leaders, academics, and dignitaries, highlighting excellence in hospitality education and industry collaboration.

Warangal police arrested four members of an inter-State gang involved in smuggling hash oil and seized contraband worth Rs 2.50 crore. The accused were travelling to Mumbai to sell the drugs when they were intercepted based on a tip-off.

MM Helix has acquired Hyderabad-based Zibew to expand its digital healthcare platform. The deal will integrate clinic and pharmacy solutions, aiming to improve efficiency and connectivity across healthcare services, including diagnostics and telemedicine.

Afzalgunj police arrested a man for stealing gold ornaments from a passenger on a sleeper bus. The theft occurred while passengers slept, and CCTV footage helped police recover 17 tulas of gold and identify the accused.

The Telangana government has formed a high-level committee to review issues raised by TGSRTC employees. The panel, led by senior officials, will examine service conditions and submit recommendations within four weeks to address staff concerns.

Young men from Odisha are moving to Hyderabad to work as master cooks in restaurants and street food stalls. With formal training and experience, they earn good daily wages and play a key role in the city’s growing food industry.

Men from across the Telugu States are enrolling in short-term cooking courses in Hyderabad to become master cooks or start tiffin centres. With low fees and high demand, the training offers a practical path to stable income and self-employment.

UKIBC and T-Works have signed an MoU to boost collaboration between UK and India in innovation and manufacturing. The partnership will help UK firms access Indian facilities while enabling startups to explore global markets and expand internationally.

MANAGE Hyderabad has launched The Far Acre, a book featuring stories of agri-entrepreneurs. It highlights their efforts in solving challenges in Indian agriculture, including market access and finance, while showcasing innovation and long-term commitment in the sector.

A Hyderabad paediatrician has launched a petition urging authorities to regulate sugar-based drinks marketed like ORS. The move aims to prevent confusion among consumers, especially parents, and calls for clearer branding guidelines to protect public health.

Public transport services in Telangana may be disrupted as TGSRTC employees plan a strike from Tuesday midnight. With thousands of workers involved, talks between the government and JAC leaders are expected, while contingency measures are being explored.

KNRUHS has announced a Registrar vacancy open to professors, government officials, and university officers in Telangana. The post offers a three-year term, with applications due by May 12 via registered post along with required documents.

Historian Dr Thummala Devrao claims discovery of an ancient 200-step well at Nirmal fort, possibly used for military movement and defense. He says it includes tunnels and secret passages and urges government protection and development of the site as a tourist attraction

  Congress leaders criticised Chief Minister Revanth Reddy for his remarks against former Minister Jeevan Reddy, saying they were unwarranted and disrespectful, and highlighting internal dissent over leadership decisions and treatment of loyal party members 

BRS held a massive Jagtial public meeting led by K Chandrashekar Rao boosting cadre morale. He criticized Congress government over governance failures, welfare delays and civic issues avoiding personal attacks while highlighting Telangana’s past struggles and party’s development record message

Prashanth Goud and his 11-year-old son Sritan died after an unidentified vehicle hit their motorcycle on ORR service road near Adibatla. His wife Vani and daughter Sashika were injured. Adibatla Police Station is investigating the hit-and-run case

Tension prevailed in Mailardevpally after rowdy sheeter Ulla Khan allegedly attacked two men Mohammed Farees and Mohammed Ismail for refusing money demand. Victims were stabbed and admitted to Osmania General Hospital condition stable. Police registered case and launched investigation