Hyderabad News Digest
Hyderabad dominates Telangana's tax revenue, generating 91% of GST collections despite housing only 69% of taxpayers, while the state faces scrutiny over voter roll deletions ahead of elections.
Hyderabad Today
Hyderabad Drives Telangana's Tax Revenue
Hyderabad accounts for 69% of Telangana's GST taxpayers but generates 91% of total GST collections, underscoring the city's outsized economic contribution to the state.
Telangana GST, VAT Collections Rise 16.4%
Telangana's combined GST and VAT collections increased 16.4% during April–August, reflecting strong economic activity across the state.
High Court Revives Kalyana Lakshmi-Shaadi Mubarak Schemes
Telangana's high court stayed a single judge's order and revived the Kalyana Lakshmi and Shaadi Mubarak welfare schemes, restoring financial assistance for marriages.
Voter Roll Deletions Exceed 2023 Winning Margins
In Hyderabad's Special Integrated Review (SIR) draft rolls, deletions in multiple constituencies exceed the winning margins from the 2023 elections, raising concerns about electoral accuracy.
Secretariat Employees Protest Over Pending Dues
Telangana Secretariat employees protested over pending bills, Pay Revision Commission (PRC) adjustments, Dearness Allowance (DA), and Employee Health Scheme (EHS) benefits.
Non-MBBS Doctors Trigger Healthcare Complaints
Telangana's Doctors Association received 30 complaints regarding non-MBBS qualified doctors being assigned clinical duties in state healthcare facilities.
Army Cantonment Theft: AK-47s and Ammunition Stolen
AK-47 rifles, pistols, and approximately 19,000 bullets were stolen from an Army cantonment in Telangana, prompting a security investigation.
BITS Pilani UAV Sets India Record
A unmanned aerial vehicle developed by BITS Pilani's Hyderabad campus has entered the India Book of Records.
Hyderabad Hosts WRO India National Championship
Hyderabad is hosting the World Robot Olympiad (WRO) India National Championship 2026, attracting robotics teams from across the country.
Global Universities Announce Hyderabad Campuses
University of London and Northeastern University have announced plans to open offshore campuses in Hyderabad as part of the state's education expansion initiative.
Folk Dancer Booked Over Alleged AI Videos
Folk dancer Eshwar Sai was booked by Hyderabad police over allegations involving unauthorized AI-generated videos.
BJP Chief Under House Arrest in Hyderabad
Telangana BJP Chief Ramchander Rao was placed under house arrest in Hyderabad.
India News
India Secures 70% of Crude Oil Outside Strait of Hormuz
India's Petroleum Ministry reported that the country has secured 70% of its crude oil imports from sources outside the Strait of Hormuz, reducing vulnerability to regional supply disruptions.
RBI Holds Repo Rate; Projects 6.9% GDP Growth
The Reserve Bank of India kept the repo rate unchanged and projected India's real GDP growth for the current fiscal year at 6.9%.
PM Modi To Address SRCC Students on September 5
Prime Minister Narendra Modi is scheduled to address students at Delhi's Shri Ram College of Commerce (SRCC) on September 5.
PM Modi Makes Seven Appeals for Economic Self-Reliance
Prime Minister Narendra Modi made seven appeals for India to pursue economic self-reliance and reduce dependence on foreign goods and services.
AIMPLB Launches Constitution and Sharia Protection Campaign
The All India Muslim Personal Law Board (AIMPLB) announced a campaign focused on protecting the Constitution and Sharia law principles.
India Reiterates SCO Condemnation of Iran Attacks
India joined the Shanghai Cooperation Organization (SCO) in reiterating condemnation of attacks attributed to Iran, signaling India's balanced stance within the bloc.
J&K Lt Governor Calls for Robust Counter-Terror Strategy
Jammu and Kashmir's Lieutenant Governor called for a robust counter-terrorism strategy and intensified area domination operations to enhance security.
ED Seeks FIR in Punjab 'Transfer Racket' Case
The Enforcement Directorate (ED) told court that despite seven letters to Punjab Police, no FIR has been filed in an alleged 'transfer racket' case, requesting judicial intervention.
Delhi Voter List Revision: Tughlakabad Tops Missing List
In Delhi's voter list revision process, Tughlakabad constituency recorded the highest number of missing voters, followed by Okhla, raising questions about electoral roll accuracy.
Maharashtra Grants One-Year Relief on Loose Edible Oil Sales
Maharashtra granted traders a one-year relief period from regulations on the sale of loose edible oil, easing compliance requirements.
Bengaluru Woman Allegedly Kills Twin Infants
A Bengaluru woman was arrested on allegations of killing her 3-month-old twin daughters and attempting suicide.