Hyderabad: The Hyderabad Disaster Response and Asset Protection Agency (HYDRAA) on Thursday carried out a major anti-encroachment drive in Khanamet, reclaiming around 11 acres of government land valued at nearly Rs 2,200 crore. The action came after local residents raised complaints through HYDRAA’s public helpline about illegal occupation of government land in the area. Acting…
Hyderabad: Officials of the Directorate of Revenue Intelligence have seized 27.15 kg of hydroponic ganja valued at around Rs 9.5 crore at Rajiv Gandhi International Airport and arrested seven people in connection with the case. According to a statement, acting on specific information, DRI officers intercepted four Indian passengers who had arrived from Bangkok in…
Hyderabad: The Hyderabad Police have announced a strict “zero drugs” policy for the upcoming New Year celebrations, warning of tough action against anyone found violating the law during the festive period. City police commissioner V C Sajjanar, while chairing a coordination meeting with senior officers on Friday, directed personnel across ranks to maintain heightened vigilance…
Hyderabad: Air travel from the Rajiv Gandhi International Airport (RGIA) is expected to be hit on Thursday, with as many as 33 outbound IndiGo flights likely to be cancelled, airport sources said. Around 35 incoming IndiGo flights may also be cancelled during the day. On Wednesday, the airline had already cancelled 19 flights from Hyderabad,…
Hyderabad: Stone quarrying in Telangana’s Vikarabad district has been temporarily stopped after a rare rock eagle owl was found nesting with its eggs at the site. The decision was taken to ensure the bird can safely hatch its eggs without disturbance. The Telangana Forest Department acted immediately after wildlife photographers and conservationists reported spotting the…
Hyderabad: A 78-year-old retired Central government employee from Hyderabad lost Rs 51 lakh after falling victim to a ‘digital arrest’ cyber fraud, where criminals impersonated police officials to extort money under false allegations. According to police, the victim, a resident of Srinagar Colony, received a call from a person claiming to be an ACP from…
Hyderabad: Chief Minister A Revanth Reddy is spearheading efforts to transform Hyderabad into a vibrant 24×7 city, unveiling plans to boost the night economy in commercial hubs like Hi-Tec City. The initiative aims to keep establishments open round-the-clock, fostering economic growth and creating employment opportunities. To implement this vision, the chief minister has directed officials…
Hyderabad: In a disturbing incident in Telangana’s Nizamabad district, a man, who earned his livelihood by cleaning cars at traffic signals, lost his life after being run over by a tipper lorry. The incident happened on Thursday evening at a traffic junction in the Armoor area, police said. According to the police, the altercation ensued…
Hyderabad: In a bizarre turn of events, a 31-year-old businesswoman, running a digital marketing business, was apprehended by the police for allegedly stalking and kidnapping a TV music channel anchor with the intention of marrying him. The woman reportedly discovered the TV anchor’s photos on a matrimony website and initiated a conversation with the account…
