Hyderabad News Digest
Telangana assembly passes landmark bill granting transgender persons representation in urban local bodies, while the state bans non-dairy paneer for one year to combat food fraud.
Hyderabad Today
Transgender Representation in Local Bodies
Telangana assembly passed a bill to give transgender persons a voice in urban local bodies, marking a significant step toward inclusive governance and representation for marginalized communities.
Non-Dairy Paneer Ban Enforced
Telangana has banned non-dairy paneer for one year to eliminate fake paneer from the market and protect consumers from food fraud.
B.Pharm Seats Available Across Telangana
Hyderabad and surrounding areas have 8,473 Bachelor of Pharmacy seats available across 124 colleges for the upcoming academic year.
Telangana Seeks OBC Category in Census
The Telangana assembly passed a resolution seeking OBC (Other Backward Classes) category recognition in the national census, addressing long-standing demands for better representation.
K-Hub Planned for Warangal
Telangana government plans to establish a Knowledge Hub (K-Hub) in Warangal and promote drug-free campuses across the state as part of its education and development strategy.
Data Centres and GCC Policy Drive IT Growth
Data centres and Global Capability Centre (GCC) policies are positioned to power Telangana's next phase of IT sector growth, according to state IT minister Sridhar Babu.
IIT Hyderabad Launches AI Certification Programme
IIT Hyderabad has launched an Applied AI certification programme designed for working professionals seeking to upskill in artificial intelligence.
Cybercrime Police Arrest Impersonation Fraud Accused
Hyderabad Cybercrime Police brought an impersonation fraud accused from Patiala, Punjab, as part of ongoing efforts to combat online fraud.
Real Estate Fraud: Couple Loses Rs 1.97 Crore
A Hyderabad couple allegedly lost Rs 1.97 crore in a real estate fraud scheme, highlighting ongoing risks in property transactions.
SHG Women Transition to Solar Entrepreneurship
Self-Help Group (SHG) women in Telangana are transitioning from savings groups to become solar entrepreneurs, creating new economic opportunities.
Bank Strike Disrupts Hyderabad Branch Operations
A bank strike on September 11 disrupted branch operations in Hyderabad, with operations expected to resume on September 15.
Hyderabad Basketball League Begins September 17
The Hyderabad basketball league is set to begin on September 17, bringing competitive sports action to the city.
HC Relief for KTR Assembly Case Aides
The High Court granted relief to aides of KTR (K. Taraka Rama Rao) in connection with an assembly case, marking a legal development in the ongoing matter.
BRS MLCs' Bail Challenged by Police
Hyderabad police challenged the bail granted to BRS (Bharat Rashtra Samithi) MLCs, indicating ongoing legal proceedings.
India News
BRICS Summit: Modi, Putin, Xi in Delhi
Prime Minister Modi is hosting Russian President Putin and Chinese President Xi Jinping at the BRICS Summit in Delhi, with discussions on global governance reform and strategic cooperation.
Modi, UN Chief Discuss Global Body Reform
At the BRICS Summit, PM Modi and UN Secretary-General discussed the need to reform global bodies to reflect contemporary geopolitical realities.
Iran President in Delhi: Defiant Stance
Iran's President Pezeshkian is in Delhi for the BRICS summit, declaring that Iran will not be bullied by the US and Israel despite international pressure.
Delhi Traffic Advisory for BRICS Summit
Delhi has issued traffic advisories for the BRICS Summit on Saturday, with specific routes to avoid due to heightened security and diplomatic movements.
India Secures 70% of Crude Oil Outside Strait of Hormuz
India has secured 70% of its crude oil imports from sources outside the Strait of Hormuz, reducing vulnerability to regional geopolitical tensions, according to the Petroleum Ministry.
Congress-AAP Dispute Over School Standards
Congress and AAP engaged in a political exchange over Punjab and Himachal Pradesh school standards, with AAP countering Congress comments on education quality.
Vande Mataram Row: Congress vs Omar Abdullah
Congress and Kashmir leader Omar Abdullah clashed over the Vande Mataram controversy, with Congress urging a 'stand upright' posture on national symbols.
BJP Claims Congress Drowned India
BJP stated that Congress drowned India and that the party has rebuilt the nation, framing the political narrative around governance and development.