- newRamakant and Rizwan lead sailing regatta at Hussain Sagar
Ramakant and Rizwan continued to lead their respective categories in the Youth Open Regatta at Hussain Sagar, with improving conditions helping younger sailors complete their scheduled races successfully
- 6 hours ago 29 Jul 25, 12:22am - - newShashank, Sarayu win singles titles at Telangana Sub-Junior Badminton Championship
Shashank Vanamala and Sarayu Suryaneni clinched singles titles at the Telangana State Sub-Junior Badminton Championship in Warangal, which also saw exciting victories in doubles and mixed doubles events
- 6 hours ago 29 Jul 25, 12:15am - - newMotorists to pay more as Telangana Transport Department revises charges
After eight years, Telangana Transport Department has revised service charges for various transactions, effective July 28. Motorists will now pay higher fees, with some services seeing a four-fold hike. Exemptions include permits, fitness assessments, life tax, and interstate vehicle taxes
- 6 hours ago 28 Jul 25, 11:50pm - - newDue process followed in arrest of Narla Sri Vidya, says Telangana HC
Telangana High Court dismissed a habeas corpus plea by Narla Sudhakar Sharma alleging illegal detention of his daughter Narla Sri Vidya. The Court observed that due process was followed in her arrest for suspected CPI (Maoist) links and closed the petition
- 7 hours ago 28 Jul 25, 10:58pm - - newTelangana HC asks MLC Chinthapandu Naveen to move trial court on passport issue
Telangana High Court directed MLC and YouTuber Chinthapandu Naveen Kumar to approach the Nampally trial court for passport release, citing pending criminal cases. Naveen argued the impounding order violated his right to travel abroad for his daughter’s urgent medical treatment
- 8 hours ago 28 Jul 25, 10:41pm - - newTelangana Ministers, MLAs to camp in Delhi to seek Presidential nod for BC reservation Bill
The Telangana Cabinet will camp in Delhi from August 5-7 to seek President Droupadi Murmu’s approval for the 42% BC reservation Bill. The government plans to garner support from MPs and allies while exploring all measures, including protests, to ensure implementation
- 8 hours ago 28 Jul 25, 10:29pm - - newNIMS Deputy Superintendent booked for cheating fellow doctor
Hyderabad police have registered a case against NIMS Deputy Superintendent Dr Nori Lakshmi Bhaskar for allegedly cheating another doctor, Dr V Sree Ramulu, of several crores and issuing threats. The case was filed under BNS provisions, and investigation is underway
- 8 hours ago 28 Jul 25, 10:11pm - - newMeenakshi Natarajan’s ‘padayatra’ stirs debate within Telangana Congress
Meenakshi Natarajan’s upcoming padayatra in Telangana has sparked political debate within the Congress. Questions over trust in CM Revanth Reddy and TPCC leadership, internal rifts, and high command’s motives dominate discussions as the AICC leader prepares for her grassroots outreach
- 8 hours ago 28 Jul 25, 9:58pm - - newNo elections to Secunderabad Cantonment Board: MoS Defence
The Ministry of Defence has confirmed that elections to Cantonment Boards, including Secunderabad, will not be held as an excision and merger process with State municipalities is underway. The development was welcomed by local civic activists and residents’ groups
- 9 hours ago 28 Jul 25, 9:36pm - - newTGRERA imposes a penalty of Rs 2.85 lakh against Hyderabad-based builders for non-registration of an apartment
TGRERA has fined two Hyderabad-based builders Rs 2.85 lakh for failing to register Showri Pearl apartment and for not providing proper parking. The builders also violated approved plans by constructing extra floors and unauthorised flats, a complaint said
- 10 hours ago 28 Jul 25, 8:11pm - - newSuspended doctor continued IVF practice without valid registration: TG Medical Council
The Telangana Medical Council revealed that Dr Athaluri Namratha, suspended for five years in 2016 over surrogacy irregularities, did not renew her registration after expiry. Despite this, she allegedly continued running IVF clinics in Hyderabad and Visakhapatnam
- 10 hours ago 28 Jul 25, 8:06pm - - newMoosapet leads GHMC crackdown on littering, dumping; fines touch Rs 58.95 lakh citywide
GHMC imposed ₹58.95 lakh in penalties for littering and waste dumping between March and June, with Moosapet circle leading at ₹8.62 lakh. The civic body uses its CCMS app to issue e-challans and track violations with photos and GPS
- 10 hours ago 28 Jul 25, 7:56pm - - newTGHRC seeks reports on Nagarkurnool school food poisoning, fertility clinic malpractice
The Telangana Human Rights Commission has taken suo motu cognizance of reports on food poisoning at a Gurukul school in Nagarkurnool and alleged unethical practices at fertility clinics in Hyderabad, Vijayawada, and Visakhapatnam, seeking detailed reports from top State officials
- 11 hours ago 28 Jul 25, 7:36pm - - newHyderabad: Tata Power screens Tanvi The Great for neurodiverse children
Tata Power and Anupam Kher Studio hosted a special screening of Tanvi The Great in Hyderabad for over 350 neurodiverse children, caregivers and partners under the Pay Autention initiative to raise awareness about autism and neurodiversity in India
- 11 hours ago 28 Jul 25, 7:18pm - - newHyderabad: Armed Forces champion green mobility on India’s first solar-roofed cycling track
The College of Defence Management organised a cycling rally at India's first solar-roofed cycling track in Hyderabad to promote eco-friendly transport and fitness. Tri-services officers, families and international participants took part, reflecting the Armed Forces' commitment to green initiatives
- 11 hours ago 28 Jul 25, 7:00pm -
- newHyderabad: Attention diversion gang held
Tolichowki police arrested five members of a gang that duped people by luring them with fake cryptocurrency deals. They recovered Rs 7.55 lakh. The gang used attention diversion tactics to steal money and had cheated at least two victims
- 11 hours ago 28 Jul 25, 6:57pm - - newSarpanch JAC demands State government to release MGNREGS payments
The Telangana Sarpanch Sangham Joint Action Committee has demanded that the State government release Rs 1,200 crore in MGNREGS funds sent by the Centre. The committee also urged release of pending bills for works taken up earlier by Sarpanches
- 11 hours ago 28 Jul 25, 6:52pm - - newLeopard sightings trigger panic in Golconda, Hyderabad; authorities on alert
Panic spread in Golconda after multiple leopard sightings were reported in two days, including on Taramati Baradari road and Ibrahimbagh. Police are verifying a viral video while forest officials are on alert, following a similar incident in Gandipet last week
- 12 hours ago 28 Jul 25, 6:20pm - - newGroup Capt GJ Rao’s film ‘September 10’ wins 3 awards at Hyderabad Film Festival
Group Captain GJ Rao’s film September 10 won three awards at IFFHC 2025 in Hyderabad, highlighting suicide prevention. Directed by Om Sai Prakash, the film is yet to release in theatres.
- 13 hours ago 28 Jul 25, 5:00pm - - newHyderabad-based study reveals critical gaps in health insurance for the elderly
A decade-long study of 38,000 elderly patients across South India has found that only 16% had health insurance for cataract surgery. The lack of coverage worsens visual outcomes and financial security, highlighting the urgent need for improved insurance access for India’s aging population.
- 14 hours ago 28 Jul 25, 4:10pm - - newBRS dismisses MP CM Ramesh’s remarks against KTR
BRS leaders have accused BJP MP C.M. Ramesh of spreading lies and stoking caste divisions with allegations against K.T. Rama Rao. They highlighted BRS’s past support for the Kamma community and warned that attempts to import caste-based politics into Telangana will fail.
- 15 hours ago 28 Jul 25, 3:42pm - - newHyderabad police bust major drug smuggling ring, seize RS 5 crore worth marijuana
EAGLE busted a major drug syndicate, seizing 935 kg of marijuana worth ₹5 crore near Hyderabad. Three suspects, including kingpin Pawar Kumar Badu, were arrested. The smuggling network spanned Odisha, Andhra Pradesh, and Maharashtra, operating under a credit-financing model to fund suppliers.
- 15 hours ago 28 Jul 25, 3:41pm - - newHarish Rao hits out at Congress govt over Sigachi tragedy, demands immediate relief to victims
BRS leader T. Harish Rao accused the Congress government of neglecting Sigachi accident victims, demanding Rs 1 crore ex-gratia for each deceased worker and criminal action against the company. He warned of protests if compensation is not paid and justice delayed.
- 15 hours ago 28 Jul 25, 3:41pm - - newGleneagles Hospital holds awareness walk on World Hepatitis Day in Hyderabad
On World Hepatitis Day, Gleneagles Hospital, Hyderabad, organized an awareness walk to educate people about liver health and prevention of hepatitis, liver failure, and cancer. Doctors stressed the risks of Hepatitis B and C and emphasized early screening and vaccination.
- 15 hours ago 28 Jul 25, 3:18pm - - newHyderabad based space-tech startup Stardour successfully test-fires India’s first Hydrogen-Oxygen Propulsion
Indian space-tech startup Stardour has successfully tested the country’s first hydrogen-oxygen propulsion engine at IISc, Bengaluru. The engine will power Lucas, an Orbital Transfer Vehicle set for launch in 2027, advancing India’s private space and deep-space logistics capabilities.
- 16 hours ago 28 Jul 25, 2:35pm - - newUniform detention policy for engineering courses still pending in Telangana
Despite government assurances, Telangana has not implemented a uniform detention policy for engineering and professional courses. Universities continue with varied rules, causing confusion among students. The Higher Education Minister had promised a common system for 2025-26, but no decision has been taken yet.
- 16 hours ago 28 Jul 25, 2:30pm - - newHyderabad fertility clinic busted for surrogacy fraud; baby bought for Rs 90,000
A DNA test has exposed a Rs 35 lakh surrogacy scam at Universal Srushti Fertility Centre in Secunderabad. The clinic allegedly sold babies to childless couples, trafficked gametes across states, and forged records. Ten people, including the doctor, have been arrested.
- 16 hours ago 28 Jul 25, 2:20pm - - newTelangana Medical Council urges doctors to display QR codes for transparency
The Telangana Medical Council has asked doctors to display QR codes issued during registration at their clinics and on prescriptions. These codes, linked to doctor details, aim to boost transparency and help the public verify credentials online, curbing quackery in Telangana.
- 16 hours ago 28 Jul 25, 2:07pm - - newTelangana Poultry Federation opens Cull Bird Single Window facility at Pedda Amberpet
The Telangana Poultry Federation has inaugurated the Cull Bird Single Window – 5 Regions building at Pedda Amberpet, near ORR. The facility aims to strengthen poultry infrastructure, streamline farmer coordination, and enhance market connectivity across Telangana’s five poultry regions.
- 16 hours ago 28 Jul 25, 1:57pm - - newFIRs registered in Telangana over shocking animal sacrifice videos; PETA, Maneka Gandhi intervene
FIRs have been registered in Jagtial and Warangal after videos showing goats killed by biting and twisting their necks during animal sacrifices went viral. PETA, with Maneka Gandhi’s intervention, facilitated the cases under BNS and TABSP Act.
- 17 hours ago 28 Jul 25, 1:20pm - - newAndhra govt issues flood alert as Godavari river swells
The Andhra Pradesh State Disaster Management Authority warned residents along the Godavari river to remain vigilant as water levels rose to 14.9 metres at Kunavaram and 35.6 ft at Bhadrachalam due to heavy upstream rainfall. Inflows at Dowleswaram reached 5.5 lakh cusecs
- 17 hours ago 28 Jul 25, 1:19pm - - newHyderabad: Doctor held for running illegal surrogacy racket; child trafficking suspected
Authorities have sealed an IVF facility in Hyderabad, accusing Dr. Athaluri Namratha of running a surrogacy racket and suspecting child trafficking. Despite the cancellation of its registration, the doctor allegedly continued operations. Police are investigating links to multiple centres across Telugu States.
- 18 hours ago 28 Jul 25, 12:34pm - - newKTR’s warnings come true, Congress caught in its own storm
K.T. Rama Rao’s warnings about phone tapping and the Congress-BJP nexus have gained traction after CM Revanth Reddy admitted surveillance and BJP MP CM Ramesh’s firm won a major contract linked to a controversial land deal. Congress faces unrest and mounting opposition attacks.
- 18 hours ago 28 Jul 25, 12:10pm - - newWatch: 25-year-old dies of suspected heart attack while playing badminton in Hyderabad
A 25-year-old man, Gundla Rakesh, collapsed and died of a suspected heart attack while playing badminton at Uppal Stadium in Hyderabad. He was rushed to a hospital but declared dead. Rakesh was the son of a former deputy sarpanch from Khammam.
- 19 hours ago 28 Jul 25, 11:32am - - newTransient tiger kills another calf in Mancherial, triggers panic among villagers
A tiger believed to have strayed from Maharashtra killed another calf in Mancherial’s Rottepelli forests, triggering panic among villagers. Officials installed CCTV camera traps to track its movement and urged farmers not to take cattle deep into the forest.
- 19 hours ago 28 Jul 25, 11:08am - - newPolice bust counterfeit Apple accessories racket, seize material worth Rs 3 crore in Hyderabad
Hyderabad police busted a counterfeit Apple accessories racket, arresting three persons and seizing goods worth ₹3 crore. The suspects sourced fake products from Mumbai and sold them as genuine through a retail outlet in Koti. A total of 2,761 items were confiscated.
- 19 hours ago 28 Jul 25, 10:53am - - newBody found in Jaipur turns out to be man from Falaknuma in Hyderabad
A Canadian national from Hyderabad, Syed Qazi Mohiuddin alias Aamir, was found dead in Jaipur. He had gone missing while traveling to Ajmer. His identity was established with the help of media, and his family awaits a detailed investigation
- 20 hours ago 28 Jul 25, 10:33am - - Hyderabad: Toddler dies after falling into water tub at home
An 11-month-old toddler, Mohd Obaidullah, tragically drowned in a water tub at his home in Kalapather, Hyderabad, on Saturday evening.
- 1 day ago 28 Jul 25, 12:34am - - Triple riding turns fatal: Teenager from Bihar dies in bike crash at Jeedimetla
A 19-year-old man, Shivam Kumar, died in a tragic road accident at Jeedimetla, Hyderabad, when the bike he was riding with two friends crashed into a DCM truck.
- 1 day ago 28 Jul 25, 12:18am - - Tilak Varma to lead South Zone in Duleep Trophy
Tilak Varma will captain South Zone in the upcoming Duleep Trophy. Tanmay Agarwal and Tanay Thyagarajan are the other Hyderabad cricketers included in the 16-member squad for the championship
- 1 day ago 27 Jul 25, 11:52pm - - City lakes brim as monsoon boosts water levels across Hyderabad
Recent monsoon rains have significantly boosted water levels in Hyderabad's lakes and waterbodies, including Fox Sagar, Saroornagar, and Ameenpur. Authorities note improved groundwater recharge and inflows into key drinking water sources.
- 1 day ago 27 Jul 25, 11:45pm - - Rizwan and Roy shine in opening day of Open Regatta Championship
Mohd Rizwan and Shringari Roy led their respective categories on a wind-challenged opening day of the YAI Tiscon Youth Regatta at Hussain Sagar, showing skill and consistency
- 1 day ago 27 Jul 25, 11:42pm - - Four held with 4.5 kg ganja in Hyderabad; Two accomplices on the Run
Musheerabad police arrested four individuals for smuggling 4.5 kg of dry ganja into Hyderabad from Vizag. The accused were planning to sell the narcotics locally.
- 1 day ago 27 Jul 25, 11:24pm - - Engineering student feared drowned in Musi River at Rajendranagar
A final-year B.Tech student, Akshit Reddy, is feared drowned after accidentally slipping into the Musi River at Rajendranagar, Hyderabad, on Sunday.
- 1 day ago 27 Jul 25, 11:17pm - - BRAOU offers free degree programmes for transgenders in Telangana
Dr. BR Ambedkar Open University has launched a landmark initiative offering free graduation programmes to all transgender individuals in Telangana. As the first university in the state to introduce such a measure, BRAOU reinforces its commitment to 'education for all' and social justice.
- 1 day ago 27 Jul 25, 10:46pm - - Woman from Hyderabad abandons toddler at Nalgonda bus stand, flees with Instagram friend
In a disturbing incident at Nalgonda bus stand, a Hyderabad woman allegedly abandoned her two-year-old son and fled with a man she met on Instagram. The child, found crying, was rescued by bus station staff and handed over to police.
- 1 day ago 27 Jul 25, 10:07pm - - Kalpana She for STEM: Girl students from welfare colleges explore India’s top research labs in Hyderabad
As part of the Kalpana She for STEM initiative, 94 girl students and 47 faculty members from 47 Telangana government colleges visited leading research institutes CCMB and TIFR. The program, run in collaboration with three state welfare societies, aims to encourage young women to pursue STEM careers.
- 1 day ago 27 Jul 25, 9:47pm - - Prajavani petitions made easy: Hyderabad Collectorate goes digital for senior citizens and Divyangjans
In a move to make citizen services more accessible, the Hyderabad District Collectorate has launched a dedicated WhatsApp service for senior citizens and Divyangjans who are unable to attend the weekly Prajavani meetings. They can now send petitions remotely, which will be registered digitally and tracked via an ID.
- 1 day ago 27 Jul 25, 8:29pm - - Fake surrogacy racket busted in Hyderabad, 8 arrested including doctor
The Gopalapuram Police in Hyderabad arrested eight individuals, including a doctor and her advocate son, for allegedly running a fake surrogacy racket. The investigation began after a couple, who paid Rs 35 lakh to a fertility clinic, discovered through a DNA test that the baby given to them wasn't biologically theirs.
- 1 day ago 27 Jul 25, 7:26pm - - Innovation, inspiration mark VNRVJIET graduation day
VNRVJIET celebrated its graduation ceremony for the Class of 2025, honoring over 1,000 B.Tech, M.Tech, and Ph.D. graduates.
- 1 day ago 27 Jul 25, 7:10pm - - Hyderabad’s twin reservoirs, Hussain Sagar see decline in inflow after heavy rains
After heavy rains in Hyderabad, inflows into Hussain Sagar and the twin reservoirs, Osmansagar and Himayat Sagar, saw a significant rise. However, with the rains stopping on Sunday, the inflows have begun to decrease slowly.
- 1 day ago 27 Jul 25, 6:43pm - - BRS demands independent probe into phone tapping allegations against Revanth Reddy
The BRS has accused CM Revanth Reddy of phone tapping political rivals and journalists. They want an independent probe supervised by the Telangana High Court, claiming the current SIT is biased and spyware like Pegasus was misused to suppress dissent
- 1 day ago 27 Jul 25, 6:20pm - - Hyderabad: Man dies after autorickshaw knocks him down in Bahadurpura
A 52-year-old man died after being knocked down by an autorickshaw while crossing the road at Bahadurpura on Saturday evening. The victim suffered a severe head injury and was declared dead at the hospital. Police arrested the driver and registered a case
- 1 day ago 27 Jul 25, 6:20pm - - Hyderabad: Monsoon Dreams-A dance ballet by Tanusree Shankar
‘Monsoon Dreams’ by the Tanusree Shankar Dance Company captivated audiences in Hyderabad. Organised by Chowrangee, the evening featured signature choreographies and a powerful Tagore-inspired ballet, ‘Chirantan’, enriched by Amitabh Bachchan’s narration and Debajyoti Mishra’s evocative music
- 2 days ago 27 Jul 25, 5:20pm - - GHMC directs circle officers to speed up trade license issuance, property tax collection
GHMC Commissioner RV Karnan directed circle deputy commissioners to expedite issuing trade licenses for 3.5 lakh non-residential properties and ensure timely property tax collection. Zonal commissioners must submit weekly progress reports on licenses and tax targets.
- 2 days ago 27 Jul 25, 4:10pm - - Rachakonda She Teams nab 198 for harassing women, stop two child marriages in July drive
Rachakonda She Teams apprehended 198 individuals, including 42 minors, for harassing women between July 1 and 15. Officials booked cases, conducted counselling, and launched awareness drives, preventing two child marriages. Citizens can report harassment via WhatsApp at 8712662111 or Dial 100.
- 2 days ago 27 Jul 25, 4:00pm - - Green India Challenge takes up Mangrove plantation in Sundarbans
As part of its eighth edition, the Green India Challenge planted 2,000 mangrove saplings in the Sundarbans to strengthen coastal resilience and biodiversity. The initiative, supported by Purbasha Eco Helpline Society and Igniting Minds, also pledged 1 lakh trees across India.
- 2 days ago 27 Jul 25, 3:38pm - - Jagadish Reddy says Revanth Reddy running ‘surveillance State’
BRS MLA G Jagadish Reddy accused Telangana CM Revanth Reddy of creating a “surveillance state” and tapping phones of Cabinet colleagues. He dismissed allegations of BRS-BJP merger, calling them a Congress ploy, and reiterated that KCR would never align with BJP.
- 2 days ago 27 Jul 25, 2:50pm - - 452 bird species documented in Telangana; study records first sightings for India
A study by Osmania University and Hyderabad Birding Pals documented 452 bird species in Telangana, including first records for India such as the Spur-winged Lapwing. The paper highlights threatened species like the Indian vulture and urges stronger conservation efforts.
- 2 days ago 27 Jul 25, 2:30pm - - Green India Challenge eighth edition launched in Telangana
The Green India Challenge (GIC) launched its eighth edition at Keesaragutta on Sunday, with founder and former MP J Santosh Kumar planting saplings. The initiative, which began seven years ago, has resulted in planting over 20 crore saplings across India.
- 2 days ago 27 Jul 25, 1:33pm - - Cyberabad police catches 120 drunk drivers during weekend checks
Cyberabad police caught 120 people during a special drunken driving check on Saturday night. Among them were 71 two-wheeler riders, 43 car drivers, and others. All offenders had high BAC levels, and cases have been booked. They will face court proceedings.
- 2 days ago 27 Jul 25, 1:17pm - - Sun shines again in Hyderabad and districts, as widespread rains wipe out deficit
After over a week of heavy rainfall, sunshine returned to Hyderabad on Sunday, bringing relief to residents. The showers eliminated Telangana’s rainfall deficit, with the state now recording 336 mm against the normal 334 mm, according to TSDPS. More rain is forecast.
- 2 days ago 27 Jul 25, 12:47pm - - Hyderabad: Rave party busted in Kondapur, nine arrested with drugs, two absconding
The Prohibition and Excise Department’s State Task Force busted a rave party at a Kondapur service apartment, arresting nine persons and seizing ganja, OG Kush, magic mushrooms, charas, and LSD blots. Two others are absconding. All accused hail from Andhra Pradesh.
- 2 days ago 27 Jul 25, 12:00pm - - Watch: Students fall ill after consuming stale curd at Nagarkurnool residential school
Several students of Mahatma Jyotiba Phule Girls Residential School in Nagarkurnool fell ill after eating dinner on Friday night. They were hospitalised with complaints of stomach pain and vomiting. Officials suspect stale curd served during dinner caused the food poisoning.
- 2 days ago 27 Jul 25, 9:28am - - Singapore’s first Kuchipudi soloist shines at Hyderabad Rangapravesam
Priyanka Josyula’s full-length performance marked the result of dedicated training under Dr. Nishitha Yabaji at the Singapore Indian Fine Arts Society (SIFAS).
- 2 days ago 26 Jul 25, 10:57pm -