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Old city of Hyderabad switches off lights to protest Waqf Act

Several areas in old city of Hyderabad went dark, as people respondded positively by switching off lights in response to the AIMPLB protest call of Batti Gul against the enactment of Wakf Act Hyderabad: The All India Muslim Personal Law Board’s ‘Batti Gul’ protest against the Waqf (Amendment) Act evoked a positive response in Hyderabad and other parts of Telangana with people switching off lights for 15 minutes on Wednesday night. There was near total darkness in several parts of the old city of Hyderabad and in many other areas, including Nampally, Mallepally, Toli Chowki, Mehdipatnam and Golconda. Shopkeepers also stopped their business for 15 minutes to join the protest. In response to the call given by the AIMPLB, people switched off the lights of their houses, shops and business establishments from 9 p.m. to 9.15 p.m. to register their protest. All India Majlis-e-Ittehad ul Muslimeen (AIMIM) president and Hyderabad MP…
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Does Hyderabad’s onion-in-pocket hack work for heat strokes? 

It is widely believed that onions have natural cooling properties. There are suggestions that onions have a lot of moisture content and volatile oils that can help the body to stay cooler Hyderabad: Being a Hyderabadi, chances are that you might have come across ‘old-timers’ who advise you to carry a bulb of onion in your pocket to avoid becoming a heat stroke victim. While the jury is still out over the scientific validity of such claims, there are many parts of the country where carrying onion during oppressive heat is grounded in traditional beliefs and folk remedies. Traditionally, it is thought that onions have the ability to absorb heat from the body, thus preventing overheating. Onions have been a part of the folk remedies and the practice of utilizing them during severe summer has been passed down through generations, especially in rural areas, as a simple solution to heat waves.…
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IMD Hyderabad issues thunderstorm warning for next five days in Telangana

However, an orange heat wave alert was also issued for 17 districts which are expected to experience temperatures between 41 and 44 degree Celsius Hyderabad: Amidst searing temperatures in the State, the Indian Meteorological Department (IMD) Hyderabad on Wednesday issued a thunderstorm warning accompanied by gusty winds over the next five days. However, an orange heat wave alert was also issued for 17 districts which are expected to experience temperatures between 41 degree Celsius and 44 degree Celsius. Between Tuesday and Wednesday, intense heat wave like conditions prevailed in most parts of Telangana. A day temperature of 45.2 degree Celsius was recorded at Adilabad and several parts of Jagtial, Nizamabad, Nirmal, Karimnagar and Peddapalli, recorded temperatures between 44 degree Celsius and 44.9 degree Celsius. In Hyderabad, the maximum temperature hovered between 41 degree Celsius and 41.9 degree Celsius. However, Hyderabad, Medchal-Malkajgiri and Rangareddy districts will get some reprieve due to thunderstorms…
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Hyderabad: Two held with marijuana worth Rs 9.5 lakh

The arrested Mubeen Ahmed and Nafees Afsar Khan Pathan, both from Maharashtra and the absconding suspect is Atiq, also from Maharashtra. Hyderabad: The Secunderabad Government Railway Police (GRP) along with the Railway Protection Force (RPF) busted an interstate drug peddling racket operating between Visakhapatnam and Maharashtra via Hyderabad and arrested two smugglers with 18 kgs of marijuana worth Rs 9.4 lakh at Secunderabad railway station on Tuesday. The arrested Mubeen Ahmed and Nafees Afsar Khan Pathan, both from Maharashtra and the absconding suspect is Atiq, also from Maharashtra. Police said Mubeen and Afsar Khan procured marijuana from drug dealers in Visakhapatnam and smuggled it in trains to be sold to consumers in Manmad in Maharashtra. Following a tip-off, the duo was nabbed along with the drug substance. Efforts are on to nab Atiq.
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Flutter’s Hyderabad Global Capability Centre surpasses 1,000 employees

As part of its global sustainability strategy, the Positive Impact Plan, Flutter committed GBP 30,000 in 2024 to support local initiatives in Hyderabad, including cancer screening for 550 women and Data Science and Machine Learning education for 76 students. Hyderabad: Flutter Entertainment, the leading sports entertainment operator, has reached a major milestone in the growth of its business in India. The company’s Global Capability Centre (GCC)-Flutter Entertainment India LLP (FEI) delivers a broad spectrum of capabilities and is based in RMZ Spire, Knowledge City, Hyderabad, has now surpassed the 1,000-employee mark. As part of Flutter’s global sustainability strategy, the Positive Impact Plan, Flutter allocated GBP 30,000 to local initiatives in Hyderabad in 2024 to support cancer screening for 550 women and education in Data Science and Machine Learning for 76 students. In recognition of the initiative’s impact and Flutter’s commitment to ‘Do More,’ Flutter has doubled its investment in local initiatives…

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    22 April
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    Hyderabad: Medical Council lodges complaint against man with fake certificates working as doctor at private hospital

    Kalapala Bharat Kumar, allegedly fabricating registration certificate as a doctor and working as a Duty Medical Officer at Ankura Hospitals, was terminated from his services Hyderabad: The Telangana State Medical Council (TSMC) on Monday filed a complaint at Miyapur police station against an individual, Kalapala Bharat Kumar, who was working as a Duty Medical Officer (DMO) at Ankura Hospitals, Madinaguda by allegedly fabricating registration certificate, as a doctor. “On receiving credible information, an inspection team headed by Dr Kadali Vishnu, member TSMC, along with Vigilance Officers M Ramu and M Rakesh made a surprise inspection at Ankura Hospital, Madinaguda on April 19. The inspecting team found that Kalapala Bharat Kumar was allegedly working as DMO at the hospital with forged registration certificate. He is also…

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  • 22 April
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    Hyderabad: Couple robbed on city outskirts

    A group of unidentified persons barged into a house and robbed a couple in P&T Colony in Rajendranagar on the city outskirts Hyderabad: A group of unidentified persons barged into a house and robbed a couple in P&T Colony in Rajendranagar on the city outskirts on Monday. As per available information, four suspects came in a car and threatened the couple with knives and sticks and confined them in the house. The suspects then robbed them of 6 tolas of gold ornaments and cash, before fleeing in the car. Based on a complaint, the Rajendranagar police booked a case and took up investigation. They are examining the CCTV footage to identify and nab the suspects.

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  • 22 April
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    Hyderabad: Woman murders husband, buries body in Kukatpally

    As per available information, Sailu had been having critical health issues for the past 15 years. The couple was also living separately for past few years. However, recently they reunited. Hyderabad: A woman murdered her husband and later buried the body in Kukatpally in the city. Though the details as to when the murder took place were yet to be ascertained, the crime came to light on Monday. The couple identified as Sailu and Kavitha, both daily wage workers from Papannapet in Medak district, had recently moved to Hyderabad. Sailu was working as a watchman at an apartment at Mitra Hills in KPHB. As per available information, Sailu had been having critical health issues for the past 15 years. The couple…

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  • 22 April
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    Hare Krishna Culture Camp 2025: Enriching children’s summers with values, joy, culture and tradition

    SUMEDHASA, the cultural wing of the Hare Krishna Movement, has announced the launch of Culture Camp 2025—a holistic and value-based summer enrichment program designed for children, starting April 24. Hyderabad: SUMEDHASA (Intelligence Through Culture), the cultural wing of the Hare Krishna Movement, Hyderabad, has announced the launch of Culture Camp 2025—a holistic and value-based summer enrichment program designed for children, starting April 24. Held during the summer break, this 21-day immersive camp offers a blend of Indian traditional arts, cultural activities, and spiritual learning. Children will have the opportunity to explore modules such as Pooja Vidhana, Mantra Meditation, Sloka Chanting, Krishna Rhymes, Vedic Stories, and Fireless Cooking, Yogic Games, ensuring all-round development while staying connected to their rich heritage. Highlights of the camp include Ratha Yatra, a chariot festival specially curated for kids, Abala Gopalam, Abhishekham to Supreme Lord Sri Krishna by kids and Mega Talents Day, a…

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  • 22 April
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    25 years of BRS: A journey of Aspiration, Achievement and Evolution

    With a new generation of leaders emerging within the party, including KT Rama Rao, the future of BRS may hinge on its ability to blend legacy with innovation, emotion with execution, and regional pride with national purpose By Nagender Reddy Kasarla As the Bharat Rashtra Samithi (BRS) marks its 25th anniversary, it is a moment of reflection not only for the party but also for the people of Telangana and the broader Indian political landscape. What began in 2001 as the Telangana Rashtra Samithi (TRS) — a regional movement with a singular mission to achieve statehood for Telangana — evolved into a national political entity, symbolising the transformation of regional aspirations into national ambition. Birth of a Movement Founded by…

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  • 22 April
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    Hyderabad Cybercrime Police arrests UP man for investment fraud of Rs 52.2 lakh

    The suspect is involved in a total of nine cases across India Hyderabad: The Hyderabad Cybercrime Police nabbed Prateek Shukla (23), a trader from Uttar Pradesh who allegedly cheated a 68-year-old city based investor to the tune of Rs 52.2 lakh promising huge returns for investments and trading in stocks. Police said the suspect is involved in a total of nine cases across India, including one case in Hyderabad.

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  • 22 April
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    Hyderabad: Woman police constable dies by suicide at Hastinapuram

    The 38-year-old, who was working at the Nagole police station, was reportedly upset over financial problems and debts and hanged herself from the ceiling fan Hyderabad: A woman police constable, who was allegedly upset over financial problems, died by suicide by hanging at her house at Teacher’s Colony in Hastinapuram on Monday. Akula Deepika (38), who was working at the Nagole police station, was staying with her husband Ravi Kumar and other family members in a rented house in Hastinapuram. According to the police, Deepika was upset over financial problems and debts. She had shared her situation with close friends and colleagues. On Monday, she hanged herself from the ceiling fan in her bedroom. On receiving information, the police visited the…

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  • 22 April
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    Hyderabad woman rescued from ending life at Durgam Cheruvu

    The 30-year-old woman was reportedly upset over family problems Hyderabad: A woman, who allegedly attempted to die by suicide at Durgam Cheruvu in Madhapur, was rescued by police on Sunday midnight. The 30-year-old woman was reportedly upset over family problems and decided to end her life. She came to the lake around 12 noon, and tried to jump into it. The Durgam Cheruvu lake police patrol staff who were at the vicinity, rushed to her rescue. They reached her immediately as they saw her walking towards the lake and pulled her aside. She was counselled and handed over to her family members.

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  • 21 April
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    Hyderabad: Cops foil murder plot, arrest five persons

    Task Force team along with police foiled a murder conspiracy and arrested five persons and seized two country-made pistols and other material, altogether worth Rs 5 lakh Hyderabad: The Task Force (South-West) team along with the Langar Houz police foiled a murder conspiracy and arrested five persons and seized two country-made pistols and other material, altogether worth Rs 5 lakh on Friday. The arrested persons are Syed Afroz, Mohd Shah Owais and Mohd Arbaaz Khan, Syed Firdos and Syed Imtiyaz Ali, all residents of Langar Houz. The absconding suspects are Jabber and Jameel. The individuals involved in business dealings and financial transactions, conspired to eliminate their opponents due to alleged business rivalry, financial dispute and personal grudge that arose during the…

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  • 21 April
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    Hyderabad: Kidney donors, kin, senior kidney recipients felicitated by Yashoda Hospitals

    The event celebrated the strength of kidney transplant patients, the commitment of dialysis technicians, and the selflessness of kidney donors Hyderabad: Kidney donors, their family members and senior kidney recipients were felicitated in a special programme ‘Celebrating Second Chances – Life with Kidney Transplant Patients’, organised by Yashoda Hospitals, Hitech City on Sunday. A total of 285 participants including 10 senior kidney recipients for their resilience and long-term success, 80 kidney donors for their life-saving generosity, transplant surgeons, dialysis patients, care givers and family members were present in the event, which was organised with the support of Cheyutha Foundation for Organ Transplants, Care for Your Kidney Foundation, and Kidney Warriors Foundation. The event celebrated the strength of kidney transplant patients, the…

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