Hyderabad News Digest
Hyderabad surpassed Mumbai in housing sales with ₹4.77 lakh crore, while the city prepares for Bonalu festivities with traffic diversions and tight security in place.
Hyderabad Today
Hyderabad Overtakes Mumbai in Housing Sales
Hyderabad has edged out Mumbai with ₹4.77 lakh crore in housing sales, marking a significant milestone for the city's real estate sector and attracting continued investor interest.
Bonalu Festival Celebrations Begin
Bonalu festivities are gripping Hyderabad with processions and celebrations underway across the city, particularly in the Old City area, amid tight security arrangements.
Traffic Diversions for Bonalu Processions
Hyderabad Traffic Police have announced diversions for Bonalu processions to manage congestion and ensure smooth movement during the festival celebrations.
Liquor Outlets Shut During Bonalu
All liquor outlets across Hyderabad, Cyberabad, and Future City will remain closed during the Bonalu festival period.
SIR Forms Deadline Extended to August 10
Hyderabad electors have been urged to submit Special Elector Registration (SIR) forms before the August 10 deadline, with BJP chief emphasizing focus on the registration process.
Over 35,000 Applications for Affordable Housing
More than 35,000 applications have been received for affordable flats in Hyderabad with an August 10 deadline; lottery draws are scheduled to begin from August 20.
Telangana Sets $3 Trillion Investment Target
Telangana government is actively wooing global investors with an ambitious $3 trillion economic target, positioning the state as a major investment destination.
Telangana Tourism Wins Awards at TTF
Telangana Tourism has bagged Best Design and Best Decoration awards at the Travel and Tourism Fair (TTF), highlighting the state's tourism promotion efforts.
EV Tax Waiver Extension Under Consideration
The Telangana government is mulling an extension of the tax waiver for electric vehicles to continue supporting the adoption of clean energy transportation.
Drug Network Bust: Seven Arrested
EAGLE (Enforcement Against Gambling and Liquor Establishments) busted a Rajasthan-Hyderabad drug network, arresting seven persons with opium and mephedrone worth ₹12.65 lakh.
Police Warn of 'Rent-a-Boyfriend' Cyber Fraud
Hyderabad Police Commissioner has cautioned young women about fraudulent 'rent boyfriend' offers circulating on social media, urging vigilance against this emerging cyber scam.
Missing Woman's Remains Found
The remains of a missing woman have been discovered in an oil palm plantation in Telangana, with investigations ongoing.
BRS Warns Against Water Rights Compromise
The Bharat Rashtra Samithi (BRS) has warned of major agitation if Telangana's water rights are compromised in any state-level negotiations.
India News
RBI Holds Repo Rate; GDP Growth Projected at 6.9%
The Reserve Bank of India has kept the repo rate unchanged and projected India's real GDP growth for the current fiscal year at 6.9%.
UPI to Remain Free for Consumers
The Centre has confirmed that UPI will continue to be free for consumers, though merchants may face a small fee in the future.
Kashmir Anti-National Narrative Raids
Raids have been conducted across four Kashmir districts in connection with an anti-national narrative case as part of ongoing security operations.
India's Palestine Policy Reaffirmed
External Affairs Minister Jaishankar has reaffirmed India's long-standing policy on Palestine, calling for ceasefire and humanitarian aid.
Odisha Wins Hockey India Junior Championship
Odisha has clinched the 16th Hockey India Junior Men National Championship 2026 title, demonstrating strong performance in junior hockey.
Pilots' Federation Calls for Independent Aviation Regulator
India's Pilots' Federation has urged Prime Minister Modi to establish an independent aviation regulator to improve governance in the aviation sector.
Mansukh Mandaviya Addresses Youth on Developed India Vision
Union Minister Mansukh Mandaviya has called on youth to contribute to the vision of a developed India through their participation and commitment.
India to Recover 'Green Boots' Climber from Everest
India is planning to recover the body of a climber known as 'Green Boots' from Mount Everest after 30 years, in a significant mountaineering recovery operation.
UP Woman Dupes Men of ₹6 Crore via Dating Apps
A woman from Uttar Pradesh has defrauded multiple men of approximately ₹6 crore using dating apps and intimate photos in an elaborate scam.
Elderly Woman Killed in Delhi Hit-and-Run
An elderly woman was killed in Delhi when a police officer's son, allegedly under the influence, crashed a Mercedes into her.
Rahul Gandhi Addresses Students on Corruption
Congress leader Rahul Gandhi has told students to end the corrupt system with love and affection, addressing youth participation in governance reform.