Hyderabad News Digest
Hyderabad police arrested a man with 15 fake educational certificates as part of ongoing credential fraud investigations, while Canada's high commissioner invited Telangana CM to lead a delegation focused on trade and investment opportunities.
Hyderabad Today
Man arrested with 15 fake educational certificates
Hyderabad police arrested a man in possession of 15 forged educational certificates, with two additional suspects still absconding. The arrest is part of ongoing investigations into credential fraud networks operating in the city.
Canada invites CM-led delegation for trade talks
Canada's high commissioner Chris Cooter met with CM Revanth Reddy and extended an invitation for a CM-led delegation to visit Canada. The talks focus on strengthening bilateral trade and investment between Telangana and Canada.
Police chief stresses idol transport safety for Ganesh Utsav
Hyderabad's police chief met with Ganesh Utsav organisers to emphasize safety protocols during idol transportation for the upcoming festival celebrations.
42 defence startups showcase military tech at conclave
Hyderabad hosted a defence startup conclave featuring 42 companies as Telangana positions itself as a hub for military technology innovation and development.
State Police Sports Meet inaugurated with new five-cluster format
Telangana DGP inaugurated the State Police Sports Meet and announced a restructured five-cluster format for organizing the event.
High Court intervenes in dog welfare shelter case
Telangana High Court has intervened in a Hyderabad dog welfare matter and sought a detailed report on the conditions at animal shelters in the city.
Irregular house numbering delays voter registration work
Booth-level officers (BLOs) in Hyderabad report that inconsistent house numbering systems are hampering their efforts to complete voter registration before the SIR deadline.
BLOs seek deadline extension for voter registration
Hyderabad's booth-level officers have requested an extension to the SIR (Systematic Identification and Registration) deadline to complete voter registration work.
Lionel Messi inspires Hyderabad schoolchildren beyond World Cup
A feature explores how Lionel Messi's World Cup success has motivated Hyderabad schoolchildren to pursue football and sports beyond the tournament.
India News
India adds biofuels to petrol amid driver resistance
India is blending biofuels into petrol supplies, but the policy faces pushback from many drivers concerned about vehicle compatibility and fuel quality.
Mahadev app founder arrested in Oman
Saurabh Chandrakar, founder of the illegal Mahadev betting app, has been arrested in Oman and is facing extradition proceedings related to his involvement in online gambling operations.
UGC-NET exam faces scrutiny over potential paper leak
The University Grants Commission's National Eligibility Test (UGC-NET) is under investigation following allegations of another exam paper leak, raising concerns about test integrity.
India and Japan to co-develop naval radio antenna
India and Japan have announced a joint development project for a naval radio antenna based on the UNICORN technology platform, strengthening defence cooperation.
PM Modi welcomed by Indian community in Australia
Prime Minister Modi received a warm reception from the Indian diaspora during his visit to Australia, with community leaders calling the engagement 'truly unforgettable.'
India jumps 2 ranks as foreign investment surges 44%
India improved its global investment ranking after foreign direct investment inflows increased by 44%, reflecting growing international confidence in the economy.
US charges Indian crime leader in Sikh activist's assassination
US prosecutors have charged an Indian crime boss in connection with the murder of a Sikh activist, marking a significant development in an international criminal investigation.
India calls for restraint amid West Asia tensions
India has issued a formal call for dialogue and restraint as tensions escalate in the West Asia region, emphasizing the need for diplomatic solutions.
Rescuers search for 5 missing after Kerala landslide
A deadly landslide in Kerala has claimed lives and left five people missing, with rescue operations ongoing in the affected area.
World News
Ukraine to produce Patriot missiles under new licence
Trump announced that Ukraine will receive a licence to manufacture Patriot missiles domestically, though production timelines remain lengthy.
Teenager arrested after German school attack injures two girls
A teenager has been arrested following a serious attack at a secondary school in Bavaria that left two 13-year-old girls severely injured.
German doctor sentenced to life for killing 15 patients
A German palliative care doctor has been sentenced to life imprisonment for murdering 15 patients and is suspected of additional crimes.
Nato allies announce £37bn for new missile project
NATO members have committed £37 billion to a new missile development programme, with PM Starmer set to convene around a dozen leaders in Ankara to discuss the initiative.
Catnip lotion proves as effective as Deet against mosquitoes
A study conducted in Uganda found that catnip lotion repels mosquitoes just as effectively as the widely-used artificial chemical Deet, offering a cheaper, homegrown alternative.
Five charged in Liberia after 200kg cocaine seizure
Liberian authorities have charged five suspects following the seizure of over 200kg of cocaine valued at £14.2 million that was falsely declared as seasoning cubes at Monrovia airport.
Archaeologists uncover Byzantine city in Egypt's western desert
Excavations in Egypt's Dakhla oasis have revealed a well-preserved fourth-century Byzantine city with residential structures, a basilica-style church, coins, and pottery fragments.
Sudan's El Obeid faces intense drone strikes, aid workers report
The besieged Sudanese city of El Obeid has endured escalating drone attacks that have struck schools and fuel stations, killing over 20 people including students in recent strikes.