Hyderabad News Digest
Hyderabad celebrates two athletes named Arjuna Award 2025 recipients, while Telangana aggressively pursues clean energy expansion with ambitious solar capacity targets of 20,000 MW by 2030.
Hyderabad Today
Dhanush Srikanth, Gayatri Gopichand Named Arjuna Award 2025 Recipients
Two Hyderabad-based athletes have been named recipients of the prestigious Arjuna Award 2025, marking a significant achievement for the city's sporting community.
Telangana CM Inaugurates TIMS Hospital in Hyderabad
The Chief Minister of Telangana inaugurated a new TIMS hospital facility in Hyderabad, expanding healthcare infrastructure in the city.
Telangana Targets 20,000 MW Solar Capacity by 2030
Telangana is aggressively pursuing clean energy expansion, aiming for 20,000 MW of solar power capacity by 2030 and 26,000 MW by 2035, opening doors to investors in the renewable energy sector.
Only 1.72 Crore 'Clean' Votes in Telangana
Analysis shows that Telangana has 1.72 crore registered voters classified as 'clean' votes, highlighting the state's electoral composition.
KBR Park One-Way Traffic System Causes Confusion and Congestion
Implementation of a new one-way traffic system at KBR Park has triggered confusion and traffic snarls in Hyderabad, with pedestrians particularly affected during the initial rollout.
Workshop Focuses on Fire NOCs and Building Safety Standards
A workshop was held in Hyderabad to streamline fire safety clearance procedures and upgrade building safety standards across the city.
Families Donate Organs of Two Brain Dead Individuals
Two families in Hyderabad donated organs from brain dead individuals, contributing to the city's organ donation efforts.
Several Tollywood Celebrities Give Up Voting Rights
Multiple Tollywood celebrities have voluntarily surrendered their voting rights in Hyderabad, raising questions about civic participation in the entertainment industry.
BRS Demands Revenue Minister's Resignation Over Land Issue
The BRS party has called for the resignation of Telangana's Revenue Minister over the handling of Section 22A prohibited lands, intensifying political pressure on the state government.
Staff Shortage and Medicine Crunch Hit Basthi Dawakhanas
Basthi Dawakhanas (traditional Ayurvedic clinics) across Hyderabad are facing severe staff shortages and medicine supply disruptions, affecting healthcare delivery.
6 Kg Ganja Seized Near Hyderabad; 5 Arrested
Police seized 6 kilograms of ganja hidden inside an auto near Hyderabad and arrested five individuals in connection with the drug trafficking case.
Rain Lashes Parts of Hyderabad on August 18
Scattered rainfall occurred in several parts of Hyderabad on the afternoon of August 18, bringing temporary relief from summer heat.
India News
Prime Minister Modi Makes Seven Appeals for Economic Self-Reliance
Prime Minister Narendra Modi has made seven key appeals to the nation emphasizing the importance of economic self-reliance and indigenous development.
Shivraj Singh Chouhan Administers 'Sapt Dhara' Pledge to Ministry
Madhya Pradesh Chief Minister Shivraj Singh Chouhan administered the 'Sapt Dhara' (seven principles) pledge to his cabinet ministry, outlining governance commitments.
India's Election Machinery Globally Recognized for Credibility
The Ministry of External Affairs affirmed that India's election machinery is well-established and recognized globally for its credibility and robustness, responding to international scrutiny.
RBI Keeps Repo Rate Unchanged; Projects 6.9% GDP Growth
The Reserve Bank of India maintained the repo rate at its current level while projecting India's real GDP growth for the current fiscal year at 6.9%.
India Defeats South Africa 6-1 in FIH Hockey World Cup 2026
India's hockey team registered an impressive 6-1 victory over South Africa in the FIH Hockey World Cup 2026, marking their first win of the tournament.
India vs Pakistan High-Stakes Rivalry at FIH Hockey World Cup 2026
India and Pakistan are set to face off in a crucial Pool D match at the FIH Hockey World Cup 2026, with significant implications for tournament standings.