HYDERABAD

Stone-pelting incident on private bus after minor accident in Chaitanyapuri

Four men allegedly pelted stones and damaged a private bus at Chaitanyapuri after accusing the driver of hitting their car. Police suspect the accused were drunk and have begun efforts to trace and arrest them based on a complaint. Hyderabad: A group of persons pelted stones and damaged the windscreen of the private bus at Chaitanyapuri following an alleged minor accident on Friday night. According to the police, a bus bound for AP from Patacheru was stopped by four miscreants who alleged the bus had hit their car. The angry youngsters who are suspected to have been drunk pelted stones on the bus and damaged the windscreen. Based on a complaint made by the bus driver, the Chaitanyapuri police registered a…

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21-year-old woman found murdered in Hyderabad’s Dundigal

Swathi, 21, was found murdered at her Dundigal residence in Hyderabad on Saturday morning. Police have taken the body for postmortem and launched an investigation. More details on the case are awaited. HYDERABAD: A 21-year-old woman was found murdered at her house in Dundigal on Saturday morning. According to reports, the victim Swathi was found lying in a pool of blood at a house in Green Hills colony, Dundigal. On information the police reached the spot and shifted the body for postmortem examination . The police have started an investigation. Further details awaited

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Hyderabad CP Sajjanar criticizes cricketers for promoting betting apps

Hyderabad Police Commissioner VC Sajjanar criticised cricketers Suresh Raina and Shikhar Dhawan after reports emerged of an ED probe into their alleged promotion of online betting platforms, urging celebrities to act responsibly and guide the youth positively Hyderabad: City Police Commissioner VC Sajjanar on Friday took to social media platform ‘X’ to strongly criticise cricketers Suresh Raina and Shikhar Dhawan, following reports that the Enforcement Directorate (ED) has initiated a probe into their alleged involvement in promoting online betting platforms and attaching their assets. In a sharp post, Sajjanar questioned how such public figures, who “even monetise affection,” could serve as role models for the youth. He wrote, “Due to addiction to the betting epidemic, countless young people are destroying their…

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Hyderabad Cybercrime police crack 33 major cases in October

The Hyderabad Cybercrime Police arrested 55 suspects across eight States and facilitated Rs 62.34 lakh refunds to victims during October. The accused operated 61 bank accounts linked to Rs 107 crore in transactions and 136 nationwide cybercrime cases Hyderabad: The Hyderabad Cybercrime police continued its aggressive drive against cyber frauds across India, registering 196 FIRs, arresting 55 suspects, and facilitating refunds worth Rs 62.34 lakh to victims in the month of October. Zonal Cyber Cells also registered 130 FIRs, arrested 29 individuals, and ensured refunds of Rs 18.22 lakh to citizens duped in various scams. The arrested offenders collectively operated 61 bank accounts, handling transactions exceeding Rs 107 crore, and were found involved in 136 cybercrime cases nationwide, including 45 in Telangana. Nature…

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Raids at former BRS MLA Marri Janardhan Reddy’s residence trigger tension in Motinagar

Tension erupted in Motinagar as police conducted searches at former BRS MLA Marri Janardhan Reddy’s residence ahead of the Jubilee Hills bypoll. The BRS accused the Congress government of harassment, alleging the operation had no jurisdictional link to Jubilee Hills. Hyderabad: Tension prevailed at Motinagar on Friday after police personnel arrived in large numbers at the residence of former BRS MLA from Nagarkurnool, Marri Janardhan Reddy, and conducted searches ahead of the Jubilee Hills by-election scheduled for November 11. The Election Flying Squad reached the former MLA’s residence at around 11 a.m., while he and his supporters were engaged in an informal chat at the gate. As nearly 100 police personnel gathered at the spot, the former MLA attempted to enter the…

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Hyderabad: Truck catches fire on NH-44 near Shamshabad, traffic hit

Traffic movement on National Highway 44 near Shamshabad was disrupted early Friday after a truck carrying plastic material caught fire. The driver and cleaner escaped unhurt, while fire officials suspect a short circuit triggered the blaze. Hyderabad: Traffic on the busy National Highway 44 at Shamshabad was affected after a truck laden with a load of plastic material caught fire on Friday early hours. No casualties were reported in the fire incident. According to reports, the truck was on its way from Hyderabad towards Bengaluru when a sudden fire started in the front portion of the truck. On noticing it, the driver and cleaner jumped out of the cabin. The truck was engulfed into flames within minutes. The local people who…

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DCM van rams TGSRTC bus at Aramghar, several passengers injured

Several passengers sustained minor injuries after a speeding DCM van hit a TGSRTC bus from behind at Aramghar in Rajendranagar early Friday. The injured were given first aid at a local hospital, while police detained the DCM driver. Hyderabad: Few passengers travelling in a TGSRTC bus suffered minor injuries when a DCM van collided with the bus at Aramghar in Rajendranagar early on Friday. The bus belonging to Shadnagar depot, was on its way to MGBS from Shadnagar when a DCM also coming towards Hyderabad hit the bus from behind at a high speed. Due to the impact of the collision the passengers in the bus suffered minor injuries and were shifted to local hospital for first aid. The DCM driver…

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Cyberabad police reach 4.8 lakh in mega cybercrime awareness drive

In a sweeping campaign under ‘Cyber Jagarookta Divas’, Cyberabad Police sensitised over 4.8 lakh citizens about online investment frauds. The drive spanned educational institutions, parks, residential colonies, and corporate offices, with support from SCSC volunteers. Hyderabad: As part of ‘Cyber Jagarookta Divas’, the Cyberabad Police conducted a mega cybercrime awareness drive focusing on various types of investment frauds and sensitized over 4.8 lakh citizens across the commissionerate on Thursday. The initiative involved 240 police personnel and 20 corporate volunteers from SCSC. Awareness sessions were held in 41 educational institutions, 18 parks, five residential communities, and four corporate offices. The drive also included collaboration with Hyderabad Metro Rail, reaching over one lakh commuters, and special sessions for high-risk groups. Cyber safety drive engages 350…

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Bachupally: Telugu university student found dead in hostel room

A third-year student of Suravaram Prathapareddy Telugu University, Parashuram, was found dead in his hostel room in Bachupally. Police suspect suicide by hanging, though the motive remains unclear. Hyderabad: A 22-year-old degree student of Suravaram Prathapareddy Telugu University died by suicide in his hostel room in Bachupally on Thursdsay. The reason for the suicide was not known, police said. The victim, Parashuram, who was studying third year in the university stayed in the college hostel on the campus. As per available information, Parashuram’s friends told the police that he was visibly upset over an unknown issue for the past few days and mostly stayed isolated. He died by suicide by hanging himself from the ceiling fan in the hostel room in the absence…

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Rowdy sheeters to be closely monitored: CP Sudheer Babu

Rachakonda Police Commissioner G Sudheer Babu has instructed officers to closely monitor rowdy sheeters and property offenders, including their residences and movements. SOT and Crime Teams are also tasked with tracking anti-social elements to prevent crimes and maintain public peace Hyderabad: Rachakonda Police Commissioner G Sudheer Babu directed all police officers under the commissionerate to maintain constant surveillance over rowdy sheeters and property offenders within their jurisdiction. The Commissioner on Thursday instructed all zonal DCPs, Inspectors and Sub-Inspectors that they should be fully aware of the rowdy sheeters under their limits, including their residences, current movements, and daily activities. He further said that strict measures should be taken to prevent rowdy sheeters from getting involved in settlements, criminal activities, or disturbing…

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