Telangana

Cooking gas shortages in Hyderabad hostels have forced the suspension of staple breakfast items and beverages. Hostels are switching to rice, upma, and poha, with some using induction stoves or firewood. Authorities are urged to prioritise gas supply.

Vanasthalipuram police arrested seven people for allegedly cheating a man in a 400-square-yard land deal at Munuganoor using forged documents, including a sale deed and legal certificates. One suspect remains absconding, and electronic evidence was seized.

Mangalhat police, with GHMC officials, arrested a meat shop owner for selling unhygienic goat and sheep offal in Hyderabad. Around 300 kg of decomposed meat was recovered. Authorities warn citizens to avoid unauthorised outlets and report violations.

Sixty Indians, including Hyderabad residents, stranded in Bahrain, returned safely with help from the Central and Telangana governments. The Bahrain Telugu Association and Gulf Air provided crucial support, while the local community arranged food and essentials during the evacuation.

BRS working president KT Rama Rao accused the Congress government of acting as a “real estate mafia” in Telangana, alleging large-scale demolitions of homes in Velugumatla and other areas. He demanded compensation, proper rehabilitation, and promised probe into officials and political beneficiaries

BRS working president KT Rama Rao criticised the Congress government and Assembly Speaker over the dismissal of disqualification petitions against 10 defected MLAs, accusing Rahul Gandhi of orchestrating the verdict. He termed it undemocratic and said BRS would explore legal and political options.

Officials of the National Dam Safety Authority have expressed concern over slow and substandard repair works at the Singur Multipurpose Project in Sangareddy district. Limited machinery and workforce could delay completion, affecting irrigation and drinking water supply to surrounding districts and Hyderabad.

SR University celebrated its 24th Annual Sports Day 2026 with students from all departments participating. International athlete Nandini Agasara addressed the event, highlighting the importance of discipline, practice, and determination in sports, while officials encouraged students to maintain fitness and leadership qualities.

Concerns over potential fuel disruptions due to the Middle East geopolitical crisis have triggered discussions on social media about adopting work-from-home policies in India, with users suggesting remote work could reduce commuting, fuel consumption, and overall energy usage.

A 33-year-old man, Banaka Chand, was found dead in the Mallapur canal in Thimmapur mandal on Wednesday morning. Family members alleged foul play after noticing injuries on the body and demanded that police arrest those responsible.

Hyderabad-based Avio Smart Market Stack Limited has signed multiple partnerships with organisations in climate services, agriculture, and carbon markets under Project AVIO Agritech, aiming to promote sustainable farming, carbon credit generation, and technology-driven advisory services for farmers.

South Central Railway earned a record Rs 602.06 crore from scrap sales in 2025–26, surpassing the Railway Board’s Rs 510 crore target. Over 1.32 lakh metric tonnes of scrap were sold through e-auctions, marking the highest revenue from scrap in SCR’s history.

A six-year-old girl was seriously injured after a wall of an under-construction building collapsed onto a nearby house in Ramanthapur, Hyderabad. The child sustained head injuries and was admitted to a private hospital. Uppal police have launched an investigation.

Villagers in Sikindlapur, Shivvampet mandal, caught a 20-year-old youth after he allegedly tried to sexually exploit a 10-year-old girl returning home from a circus. The accused was handed over to police, who registered a case under the POCSO Act.

Consumer activists and food safety officials have raised concerns over the alleged use of harmful synthetic colours instead of turmeric while cleaning chicken at several centres in Warangal. Authorities warned of strict action and announced awareness programmes on food safety.

GMR School of Aviation has partnered with Gati Shakti Vishwavidyalaya to offer a specialised B.Sc. programme in Aircraft Maintenance Engineering. The initiative aims to bridge the aviation skill gap by combining academic education with industry-oriented technical training aligned with MRO sector requirements.

Paloncha-based Nava Limited donated competitive examination books worth Rs 25,000 to the Tekulapally District Library branch under its CSR programme. Tahsildar L. Veerabhadram handed over the books, aimed at helping youth from agency areas prepare for competitive examinations.

Bhadrachalam sarpanch Punem Krishna has lodged a complaint with the ASP alleging that the town Circle Inspector behaved rudely with him when he sought the release of a tractor carrying sand meant for development works within the town limits.

The Banjara Hills police have secured a Red Corner Notice against an accused in a 2016 road accident that killed a nine-year-old girl and two others. Authorities say the accused fled to the United States during the trial and is being traced.

Air Marshal Rahul Bhasin has taken charge as Commandant of the Air Force Academy at Dundigal, succeeding Air Marshal Praveen Keshav Vohra. A fighter pilot with over 3,500 flying hours, he previously served as Director General (Weapon Systems).

Army Chief General Upendra Dwivedi addressed officers at the College of Defence Management in Secunderabad, highlighting the Indian Army’s shift toward technology-driven transformation, proactive deterrence, and multi-domain warfare while stressing leadership, strategic management, and self-reliance in future conflicts.

The National Medical Commission has announced 43,250 CRMI internship slots for the 2026–27 academic year to address the shortage of training seats for foreign medical graduates. Telangana and Andhra Pradesh received significant allocations to help clear the backlog of eligible FMGs.

An Air India Express flight from Hyderabad made a hard landing at Phuket International Airport, causing the nose landing gear to collapse. All 131 passengers and crew were evacuated safely while the runway remained closed for hours.

Hyderabad Cybercrime police arrested four men for supplying SIM cards used in an online betting fraud that cheated a city resident of Rs 1.5 crore. The victim was lured through WhatsApp promotions and fake profits before fraudsters blocked withdrawals.