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Cybercrime crackdown in Hyderabad focuses on suspicious transactions

Hyderabad Police, TGCSB intensify surveillance on suspicious banking activities to curb rising financial cybercrimes. Banks directed to tighten KYC protocols, report anomalies. Public awareness campaigns urge vigilance, promote reporting through helpline 1930 or cybercrime.gov.in Hyderabad: In a step towards tackling the rising threat of financial cybercrime, the Hyderabad Police, in collaboration with the Telangana Cyber Security Bureau (TGCSB), have intensified their surveillance and enforcement strategies. They are now focusing on and monitoring suspicious banking activities, particularly bank accounts that receive large sums of money within short periods, especially when linked to individuals without a clear source of income. Officials believe such accounts are often used by cybercriminals to launder money or facilitate fraudulent transactions. With digital transactions becoming a crucial part of daily life, officials emphasise that constructive and collaborative efforts between law enforcement agencies and financial institutions are essential. As part of the crackdown, banks across the State have been asked to tighten their Know…
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Hyderabad residents find hope in social media for retrieving lost items

In old city, social media helps residents recover lost items such as passports, phones, and vehicles. Through viral videos and citizen-driven efforts, people reconnect with their lost belongings, illustrating the power of digital platforms for positive change Hyderabad: While social media platforms are becoming synonymous with unverified news content and hatred, there is also a positive side to them in the old city. Consider this case: Mohammed Hanzala, a student and resident of Bazar Guard, lost his passport while on his way home from Malakpet after visiting an educational consultancy. “En route, I lost my passport and panicked. Soon, I made a video appealing to citizens to help me trace the passport. The message went viral, and after a few hours, I received a call from Abdul Khader, who handed it over to me,” said Hanzala. Khader, a resident of Chanchalguda, found the passport on Chaderghat Road. “I came across the video on Instagram and…
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Hyderabad job seeker duped of Rs. 1.1 lakh in cyber fraud

A 35-year-old Hyderabad man lost Rs. 1.1 lakh to cyber fraudsters who lured him with a fake high-paying job offer on WhatsApp. The scammers stopped responding after collecting the money under the guise of processing and investment fees Hyderabad: A job aspirant from the city was duped of Rs. 1.1 lakh by cyber fraudsters who promised him a high-paying job. According to the police, the 35-year-old man recently received a job offer via WhatsApp from individuals posing as officials of a reputed software company. The scam began when the victim contacted the fraudsters. They assured him of a lucrative job and collected nearly Rs. 1.1 lakh from him in installments. The fraudsters claimed the money was required for processing and investment purposes. However, after receiving the funds, they stopped responding. Victims of cyber fraud can report incidents at cybercrime.gov.in or call 1930.
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Khairatabad Ganesh to depict ‘Operation Sindoor’ theme, idol to be made from clay this year

The Khairatabad Ganesh idol for this year’s Vinayaka Chaturthi will feature the ‘Operation Sindoor’ theme and be crafted from eco-friendly clay. Preparations involve 150 artisans, with expectations of over 10 lakh devotees visiting during the 10-day festival. Hyderabad: Every Vinayaka Chaturthi festivity, a towering Khairatabad Ganesh is specially celebrated for its massive size, ranging from 60 to 70 feet. The origin of installing the idol dates back to 1954 with a one-foot idol. Over the years, the Khairatabad Ganesh pandal has endeavoured to have the most unique idol in terms of scale and popularity. The idol, which receives significant attention every year, attracts devotees by highlighting different themes. This year, it happens to be the Operation Sindoor. At the Sri Vishwashanti Maha Shakti Ganapathi theme, Lord Ganesh appears to bestow his blessings upon devotees, symbolising his divine intervention to restore peace throughout the country. “It takes four months to prepare the tallest idol, similar…
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Police lock Niloufer Cafe, Telangana Bhavan gates as KTR appears before ACB

Prohibitory orders were enforced around Telangana Bhavan as BRS leader K.T. Rama Rao appeared before the ACB in connection with the Formula-E race case. The area saw a heavy police presence, road barricades, and tension over rumours of a possible arrest. Hyderabad: Tension prevailed around Telangana Bhavan on Monday as BRS working president KT Rama Rao appeared before the Anti-Corruption Bureau (ACB) for questioning in the Formula-E race case. Anticipating protests, police enforced prohibitory orders under Section 144, turning the area into a virtual fortress. Shops, including the popular Café Niloufer, were shut down, and citizens were barred from accessing the premises. It is learned that the cafe was forced to pull shutters down even when there were several customers inside. The gates of Telangana Bhavan, located adjacent to the Integrated Command and Control Centre (ICCC), were locked for sometime, despite objections from BRS leaders. A heavy police presence was deployed, citing precautionary measures following the…

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    13 June
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    After brief hiatus rains lash parts of Hyderabad

    The heaviest of rain in the city was reserved for the western parts. The University of Hyderabad surroundings recorded 148.5 mm rain followed by MMTS Lingampally logging in 114 mm Hyderabad: After a brief hiatus, monsoon returned to the city lashing different parts on Wednesday night. Heavy rains lashed parts of the city and suburbs in the night. The day, though cloudy for most part, did not have rains but the late night had heavy rains. The heaviest of rain in the city was reserved for the western parts. The University of Hyderabad surroundings recorded 148.5 mm rain followed by MMTS Lingampally logging in 114 mm. Chandanagar also had recorded high rainfall at 109.8 mm. Nearby areas also witnessed good rainfall…

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    Hyderabad: Two arrested with 10 kg ganja-laced chocolates

    Both found stocking and selling the ganja-laced chocolates to customers and earning profits illegally, say police Hyderabad: The Hayathnagar police on Wednesday arrested two persons who were allegedly selling ganja-laced chocolates and seized 10 kg of ganja-laced chocolates from them. The arrested persons are G Shekar (40), a shopkeeper, and Rishi Shankar Mishra (39). According to the police, both were found stocking and selling the ganja-laced chocolates to customers and earning profits illegally. A case was registered against them at Hayathnagar police station. Investigation is on.

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  • 13 June
    126

    Hyderabad: ABVP condemns student bus pass fare hike

    Criticises Congress government’s mismanagement — from drastic reduction in the fleet of buses in Hyderabad to overcrowding caused by free bus scheme Hyderabad: Opposing the hike in student bus pass fare in the city, ABVP staged a protest at Bus Bhavan on Wednesday. ABVP city secretary Prithvi Teja condemned the move by the Congress government and criticised the ongoing mismanagement of the current government — from a drastic reduction in the fleet of buses in the city to overcrowding caused by free bus scheme — which was affecting student safety. ABVP workers through their dharna at Bus Bhavan and at various other locations across the city, made it clear they will continue to fight against the injustice faced by students. Meanwhile,…

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  • 13 June
    125

    Hyderabad: Police crack robbery case, arrest four from Uttar Pradesh

    The accused reportedly rob a motorist of Rs 20,000 cash; police nab them from Rajendranagar Hyderabad: The Miyapur police solved a robbery case and arrested four persons from Uttar Pradesh on Wednesday. Police said Afroz Ali Khan, Shabbir, Hassan and Arfath, all from Uttar Pradesh, had robbed a motorist and decamped with Rs 20,000 cash on Sunday. Based on a complaint, the police booked a case and nabbed the suspects from Rajendranagar.

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  • 13 June
    126

    Hydraa clears encroachment on nala in Banjara Hills

    Original width of the culvert on the nala was 15 feet which was shrunk up to 7 feet due to unauthorised structures, say officials Hyderabad: Hydraa demolished toddy compound and tin sheet sheds built by encroaching nala at Chintal Basti on Banjara Hills Road No. 12 on Wednesday. The original width of the culvert on the nala was 15 feet which was shrunk up to 7 feet due to unauthorised structures built on it, Hydraa officials said. This nala starts from Bulkapur Cheruvu in Shankarpally and passes through Nagulapally, Puppalaguda, Manikonda, Dargah, Mehdipatnam and Chintal Basti and reaches Hussain Sagar. To ensure free flow of Balkapur nala, the encroachments were removed and the unauthorised construction was demolished, Hydraa officials said in a press release.

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  • 12 June
    135

    Mehdipatnam: Daily commute turns into chaotic nightmare

    Mehdipatnam Bus Stand in Hyderabad faces daily chaos with traffic jams, blocked sidewalks, and unsafe conditions for pedestrians. Buses stop carelessly, there are no proper waiting areas or schedules, and the area urgently needs improvements for safety and order By Ali Raiyan Hyderabad: For thousands who depend on it daily, the Mehdipatnam Bus Stand is less of a travel hub and more of a stressful, dangerous obstacle course. Designed to connect key areas, this major transit point has instead become infamous for chaos and hardship. The traffic nightmare around the bus stand is constant. Buses cause a lot of this problem, especially during rush hours. Many stop half on the road to pick up passengers, completely blocking lanes and making it…

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  • 12 June
    134

    GHMC finds expired ingredients, hygiene violations in Hyderabad sweet shops

    During inspections of 29 sweet shops across Hyderabad, GHMC teams found multiple food safety violations, including the use of expired ingredients, unhygienic kitchens, unlabeled products, and expired FSSAI licenses. Officials acted on directions from Commissioner RV Karnan Hyderabad: Several food safety violations were detected by Greater Hyderabad Municipal Corporation (GHMC) teams during inspections of sweet shops across the city on Wednesday. The food safety teams, acting on instructions from GHMC Commissioner RV Karnan, inspected 29 sweet shops and found multiple irregularities. In some outlets, expired food ingredients—posing serious health risks—were being used in the preparation of sweets. Additionally, several kitchens were found to be unhygienic, and many products on sale lacked proper labels and expiry dates. Officials also observed that kitchen staff were…

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  • 12 June
    124

    SCR cancels certain trains from June 12 to September 12 due to maintenance works

    The South Central Railway has cancelled and partially cancelled several train services, including those between Kacheguda, Nizamabad, Medak, and Miryalaguda, from June 12 to September 12 due to maintenance works. Passengers are advised to plan their travel accordingly. Hyderabad: Due to maintenance works, the South Central Railway (SCR) has cancelled certain trains. Accordingly, Kacheguda – Nizamabad (77601) and Nizamabad – Kacheguda (77602) trains running between June 12 and September 12 have been cancelled. Similarly, Kacheguda – Medak (77603), Kacheguda – Miryalaguda (67775) and Miryalaguda – Kacheguda (67776) trains running during the same time period have been partially cancelled. SCR authorities requested rail users to plan their travel accordingly.

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  • 12 June
    132

    Hyderabad: Telugu female singer’s birthday bash lands in controversy; Marijuana, liquor seized in police raid

    A birthday party hosted for a Telugu female singer turned controversial after Cyberabad police raided a Chevella resort, seizing marijuana and liquor. Several guests tested positive for drugs, including children of celebrities. A case has been registered and investigations are ongoing. Hyderabad: A popular Telugu female singer’s birthday celebration has led to controversy with police conducting surprise raids on the celebrations held at a resort in Chevella on the city outskirts and allegedly seizing large amounts of marijuana and foreign liquor on Tuesday midnight. As per reports, many guests who attended this party tested positive for drugs in the drug tests conducted on them. According to available information, a large number of film and political celebrities as well as many youth…

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  • 12 June
    132

    Three injured in late-night mob attack at Hyderabad’s Raidurgam hotel

    According to reports, the miscreants reportedly came in two SUVs and entered into the hotel, they then attacked the hotel staff and pan shop workers with a rod and hands leading to injuries Hyderabad: Three persons belonging to a particular community were injured when a group of persons entered into a hotel at Raidurgam and attacked them late on Tuesday night. The incident happened at Chai Chaska Hotel located near Malkam Cheruvu on Raidurgam road around midnight. The miscreants reportedly came in two SUVs and entered into the hotel, they then attacked the hotel staff and pan shop workers with a rod and hands leading to injuries. The trouble mongers then shouted slogans and damaged two motorcycles parked in front of the hotel…

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