HYDERABAD

Drug traffickers use courier services to smuggle narcotics into Hyderabad

Drug smugglers in Hyderabad are increasingly using private courier and parcel delivery services to move narcotics like MDMA and marijuana across State borders. The EAGLE task force has intensified checks after uncovering student involvement and courier staff complicity. Hyderabad: Narcotic trafficking gangs are finding new ways to continue their illegal drug trade, and this time, they have turned to private courier and parcel delivery services to transport and smuggle contraband from various states into Hyderabad. According to intelligence gathered by the Telangana State Anti-Drug Task Force ‘EAGLE’, smugglers are now using these courier networks to move synthetic drugs such as heroin, cocaine, MDMA, and high-grade marijuana like hydroponic and ‘OG’ weed across State borders. “With the police intensifying checks on buses,…

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Hyderabad Police issue fake poster alert over viral WhatsApp message

Hyderabad Police issued a fake poster alert after a digital image in Telugu claiming new WhatsApp and phone call rules went viral. Officials clarified the poster was fake and urged citizens to verify messages through official sources before sharing. Hyderabad: The Hyderabad Police have issued a ‘Fake Poster Alert’ after a digital poster, allegedly claiming that “new WhatsApp and phone call rules” were being implemented from tomorrow, went viral on social media. The poster, written in Telugu, falsely claims that all phone calls and social media activities will be recorded, monitored, and saved by the government. It even lists misleading details such as “three blue ticks mean the government has read your message” and “three red ticks mean legal action has…

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Hyderabad: Young couple die by suicide in Manchal

A young couple from Manchal mandal died by suicide in separate incidents, sparking grief across two villages. The woman’s family blamed her partner for her death, prompting a protest at the local police station. Police have launched an investigation. Hyderabad: A young couple ended their lives in a tragic turn of events at Arutla village in Manchal on city suburb. According to reports, Nandini (18) and Nagaraju, both residents of the village, had been in love for some time. On Monday, when Nandini was alone at home, she allegedly took her own life by hanging. Her family members accused Nagaraju of being responsible for her death and staged a protest in front of the Manchal police station, demanding justice. Upon learning…

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Cyclone ‘Montha’ causes massive traffic jams, paralyses Hyderabad’s IT corridor

A cyclone-triggered downpour paralysed traffic across Hyderabad, particularly in the IT corridor, stranding commuters for hours. Metro stations and major roads witnessed heavy congestion, while HMWSSB and GHMC teams worked to clear waterlogging and restore normal traffic movement. Hyderabad: The cyclone caused widespread disruption, leading to severe congestion on major roads in the city. Commuters faced long delays as traffic came to a standstill in several areas at the IT corridor. Commuters were stranded for the past three hours between 8 am to 11 am in the traffic jams, resulting in reaching their workplaces two hours after the scheduled office hours. The impact of the cyclone was felt across the city, with public transport services also affected. The downpour started in the early…

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Hyderabad Police launches official WhatsApp Channel for real-time citizen updates

Hyderabad Police Commissioner V.C. Sajjanar launched the department’s official WhatsApp Channel to share real-time alerts, safety advisories, and traffic updates with residents. The initiative aims to enhance public communication and ensure verified information reaches citizens directly. Hyderabad: In a move to enhance communication and transparency with citizens, Hyderabad Police Commissioner VC Sajjanar, has launched the official Hyderabad Police WhatsApp Channel. The initiative aims to share real-time alerts, safety updates, traffic advisories, and important announcements directly with residents. Citizens can follow the channel to stay informed and receive verified information from the police department. “Stay connected and never miss an important update from Hyderabad — the safest and fastest-growing city in India,” said Sajjanar while launching the channel. Follow the official Hyderabad Police…

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Hyderabad: Manchirevula road closed due to heavy waterlogging

The Cyberabad Traffic Police closed the Manchirevula Village Road after heavy rains caused severe waterlogging. Traffic diversions were put in place as authorities urged motorists to avoid the stretch and drive cautiously amid continued rainfall across Hyderabad. Hyderabad: The Cyberabad Traffic Police have announced the temporary closure of the Manchirevula Village Road after heavy water flow was reported in the area on Tuesday night. The decision was taken as a precautionary measure to ensure public safety amid continuous rainfall affecting several low-lying regions of the city. According to officials, the road was inundated following the overflow of nearby drains and stormwater channels, making it unsafe for vehicular movement. Traffic personnel have been deployed at the site to divert commuters and prevent…

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Rains lash Hyderabad as Cyclone ‘Montha’ impacts Telangana

Rains continued across Hyderabad and nearby areas on Tuesday night under the impact of Cyclone Montha. The IMD issued an orange alert for several Telangana districts, forecasting heavy rainfall and gusty winds as the cyclone moves northwestwards. Hyderabad: Under the impact of cyclonic storm Montha, several parts of Hyderabad and outskirts have been receiving rains of varying intensity since Tuesday evening. Some parts of the city were lashed with occasional heavy rains while some others had sustained drizzles. Moderate to heavy rain was in store for Gachibowli, Lingampalli, Chintal, Budvel and Attapur among other places. Meanwhile, the IMD Hyderabad units forecast had issued an orange alert for several districts in Telangana including Kothagudem, Hanamkonda, Khammam, Mahabubnagar, Nalgonda, Vikarabad, and Suryapet.

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Hyderabad police may arm patrol teams with pistols after attacks on officers

Hyderabad police are considering arming patrol personnel with short firearms like 9 mm pistols after recent attacks on officers. The proposal aims to enhance safety during operations, as unarmed combat training has proved ineffective in real confrontations Hyderabad: The Hyderabad police are currently considering the idea of equipping patrol personnel with short firearms in view of the growing instances of attacks on police personnel. The proposed arms would include 9 mm pistols that are usually allotted to officers of sub-inspector rank and above in the law and order wing. The proposal of providing patrol police with short firearms reportedly came up for discussion among the top brass following an attempt on the life of the gunman of DCP (South East) S Chaitanya Kumar at Sultan…

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Man dies by suicide in Hyderabad after employer fails to repay Rs. 13 lakh

A man from Chandanagar, Hyderabad, died by suicide after his employer allegedly failed to return Rs. 13 lakh he had lent seven years ago. Police said financial distress and pressure from acquaintances led him to take the extreme step Hyderabad: Upset over an unpaid debt, a man died by suicide in HUDA Colony, Chandanagar, on Monday. The man, identified as Purushotham Reddy, had reportedly lent Rs. 13 lakh to his employer, Rajan Babu, around seven years ago after borrowing the amount from acquaintances. Despite repeated requests, the employer allegedly failed to return the money. Distressed over the non-repayment and mounting financial pressure, Purushotham Reddy hanged himself at his residence. Based on a complaint lodged by his son, Harinath Reddy, the Chandanagar…

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Retired schoolteacher in Hyderabad loses Rs. 90,000 in QR code scam

A retired schoolteacher from Hyderabad lost Rs. 90,000 to cyber fraudsters after she listed her furniture for sale online. The scammer, posing as a buyer, tricked her into scanning a QR code, leading to fraudulent bank withdrawals Hyderabad: A retired schoolteacher from the city fell victim to an online scam after listing her furniture for sale on an e-commerce site, losing Rs. 90,000 to cyber fraudsters. The complainant, a resident of Sadguru Nagar in LB Nagar, had recently posted an advertisement to sell her furniture. Police said a man contacted her via WhatsApp from the number 9829718568, expressing interest in purchasing the items. To gain her trust, the fraudster initially transferred Re. 1 to her bank account and then sent a…

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