The Latest Breaking News from Hyderabad

We have lost, yet we remain hopeful, says petitioner on same-sex marriage verdict

Disappointed queer couple in Hyderabad fight for legal recognition of marriage. After a long drawn-out hearing, the Supreme Court unanimously ruled against legalising same-sex marriage, leaving the queer community disheartened. The court left the matter of legalisation to the legislature, while the community remains hopeful for full marriage equality.

The Hindu · Oct 17, 2023

Hyderabad student dies in car crash in the US, embassy help sought to bring back mortal remains

22-yr-old Pratiksha Kunwar from Hyderabad dies in car crash in US. Amjedullah Khan requests Indian Embassy to facilitate transportation of body. Pratiksha was pursuing Masters in Business Analysis from Wichita State University and travelling with her sister and a youth when accident occurred on Oct 15.

The Hindu · Oct 17, 2023

HCA elections: Good governance panel promises development of cricket in rural Telangana

HYDERABAD: Fearing that the Hyderabad Cricket Association (HCA)-Visaka Industries issue could affect their prospects in the forthcoming elections to the cricket body, the good governance panel members tried to distance themselves from political parties or individuals.

The Times of India · Oct 17, 2023

Shivlal and Ayub supported panel promises to bring back lost ‘glory of Hyderabad cricket’

HYDERABAD: After burning their hands badly in the last elections which were held in 2019, former Test cricketers N Shivlal Yadav and Arshad Ayub have decided to play it safe this time around.

The Times of India · Oct 16, 2023

Battlelines drawn for HCA elections: Four panels in the fray for Oct 20 poll

HYDERABAD: After a lot of uncertainty and delay of a year, elections to the Apex Council of the Hyderabad Cricket Association (HCA) will be finally held on Friday (October 21) with four panels entering the fray.

The Times of India · Oct 16, 2023

Ponnala Lakshmaiah joins BRS in Jangaon, says insult by Congress leadership led to his decision

Ponnala Lakshmaiah joins BRS; CM KCR welcomes him, lauds his 45-yr service to Congress. CM says Lakshmaiah was insulted by Congress, now he'll work for Telangana's dev. At Bhongir public meeting, CM says Lakshmaiah's experience will help dev. of Hyderabad-Bhongir-Jangaon corridor. Lakshmaiah says he was insulted by Congress, praises BRS…

The Hindu · Oct 16, 2023

Shivamogga airport to soon start flights to three new destinations

Bengaluru's Shivamogga airport, operational since Aug 31, will add direct flights to Goa, Tirupati & Hyderabad. Star Air, a regional airline, will start flights from Oct 29. Indigo operates daily flights between Bengaluru & Shivamogga. Airport built at ₹449.22 crore, expected to improve connectivity to Malnad region & tourist destinations.

The Hindu · Oct 16, 2023

‘Free, Fair and Firm’ should be the mantra, says Hyderabad Police Commissioner

‘Free, Fair and Firm’ should be the mantra, says Hyderabad Police Commissioner

The Hindu · Oct 15, 2023

Eye screening project to benefit 5 lakh people

LVPEI Hyderabad, in collaboration with Standard Chartered Bank and government healthcare facilities, has launched 'Closing the Gap' project in Siddipet district of Telangana. It will benefit 5 lakh individuals in 180 villages over 4 years. The project involves community eye health workers, door-to-door eye screening, referrals and delivery of services…

The Hindu · Oct 15, 2023

10-day ‘Divya Kala Mela’ showcases craftmanship of persons with disabilities

At 'Divya Kala Mela' in Hyderabad, disabled artisans, entrepreneurs showcased their products, skills across diverse categories. Over ₹88 lakh was earned by the 100+ participants from 20 states/UTs. Sanjeev Kumar, Anju Rani & Praveen Singh expressed gratitude for the platform. MoS Pratima Bhoumik & Brigadier K. Somashekar inaugurated/closed the event.…

The Hindu · Oct 15, 2023