The Latest Breaking News from Hyderabad

Hyderabad man compares Rs 230 restaurant bill with Rs 436 Swiggy order: Same meal costs almost double online

A man's eye-opening comparison in Hyderabad unveiled a staggering mark-up on restaurant meals ordered via Swiggy. A meal priced at Rs 230 directly from the establishment surged to Rs 436 on the platform. This price difference ignited a lively debate online about the trade-off between delivery convenience and added costs,…

The Economic Times · Sep 14

Indian-origin man wanted in US over $93 million Medicare fraud

An Indian-origin individual is a fugitive in the US for allegedly defrauding Medicare. Khadeer Khan Mohammed submitted false claims for genetic tests, totaling USD 93 million. Medicare paid at least USD 65 million from these fraudulent claims. He allegedly used physicians' information without their knowledge or consent. Mohammed is believed…

The Economic Times · Sep 14

7 Serious Health Problems Indian Cab and Truck Drivers Develop From Long Driving Hours

Chronic Back and Spine PainSitting in a fixed position for 10 or more hours, absorbing road vibration through a seat that rarely offers lumbar support, is one of the fastest routes to spinal degeneration. A 2019 study published in the Indian Journal of Occupational and Environmental Medicine found that professional…

Times Life · Sep 14

Fly91 launches direct flights from Tirupati to Vijayawada, Hyderabad, Rajahmundry

Fly91 has launched new flight services connecting Tirupati with three key cities. The airline now offers direct flights to Vijayawada, Hyderabad, and Rajahmundry. These new routes aim to provide convenient travel options for pilgrims and other passengers. The expansion strengthens Fly91's regional network across Andhra Pradesh and Telangana. Tirupati is…

The Economic Times · Sep 10

Vitamin C Serums Oxidise Faster in Indian Humidity: How to Spot Discolouration and Fix Your Skincare Routine

What oxidation actually does to vitamin CAscorbic acid, the active form of vitamin C in most serums, is chemically unstable. When it reacts with oxygen, it converts first into dehydroascorbic acid and then into diketogulonic acid, a compound with no brightening activity, no collagen-stimulating effect, and no antioxidant function. The…

Times Life · Sep 10

Corporate Health Checkup Packages Skip These Critical Screening Tests Every Indian Employee Needs

What the Standard Corporate Package Actually CoversMost employer-sponsored health checkup packages in India run on a template that has barely changed in two decades. A complete blood count, fasting blood sugar, lipid profile, liver function tests, a chest X-ray, and blood pressure measurement. Some add an ECG for employees over…

Times Life · Sep 9

Bengaluru, Hyderabad, Chennai hold 62% of total office space portfolio owned by listed REITs

Indian cities are showing a strong trend in real estate investment, with four major locations accounting for sixty-two percent of all listed REITs' office spaces. Bengaluru tops the chart with twenty-seven percent of its office area under REITs. Hyderabad and Mumbai also exhibit notable levels of REIT activity. Additionally, retail…

The Economic Times · Sep 8

Bengaluru, Hyderabad, Chennai hold 62pc of total office space portfolio owned by listed REITs

In India, four key cities dominate the REIT office landscape, accounting for sixty-two percent of total listed space. Bengaluru stands out with twenty-seven percent of its office assets in REITs, while Hyderabad and Mumbai also showcase substantial REIT-supported office inventory. Furthermore, retail and warehousing REITs are broadening the scope of…

The Economic Times · Sep 8

Real estate firm promised Rs 60,000 every month for a Rs 17.5 lakh investment, paid Rs 30,000 for six months, then stopped; court orders company to pay client over 55 lakh

A Hyderabad consumer commission has ordered a real estate company to pay over Rs 55 lakh to a customer after finding that it stopped honouring a lease agreement tied to a white sandalwood plantation investment. The customer had invested Rs 17.5 lakh in 2023 on the promise of Rs 60,000…

The Economic Times · Sep 8

India white-collar hiring rises 14% in August, led by auto, healthcare and retail

In August, white-collar job opportunities in Mumbai surged by fourteen percent from last year. This growth was largely propelled by strong performances in the automotive, healthcare, and retail industries. The rise was evident across IT and non-IT sectors, along with various experience levels. Hyderabad and Kolkata emerged as leaders in…

The Economic Times · Sep 8