1. Hyderabad police detain Pakistani national who arrived via Nepal to meet wife
Hyderabad police detained Mohammad Fayaz, a Pakistani national who entered India via Nepal to meet his wife. This incident comes amidst strained India-Pakistan relations following the Pahalgam terror attack. With visa cancellations and stricter monitoring underway, officials have identified 208 Pakistani nationals currently in Hyderabad.
2. Hyderabad Metro Rail continues to operate under heavy losses despite public support
Despite strong public patronage, Hyderabad Metro Rail (HMRL) has been posting continuous losses since its 2017 launch. As of 2025, cumulative losses have reached ₹6,598.21 crore, worsened by the COVID-19 pandemic and high loan interest payments. Efforts like asset mortgaging have provided limited relief.
3. Revanth Reddy government to raise another ₹1,400 crore loan amid growing debt
The Revanth Reddy-led Telangana government is set to raise ₹1,400 crore through the open market to manage state finances. This loan is part of a broader plan to raise ₹14,000 crore during the first quarter of FY 2025–26. The government had already secured ₹3,000 crore earlier this April.
4. Chief Minister Revanth Reddy to flag off Telangana Haj Committee’s first Haj convoy on 29 April
Chief Minister Revanth Reddy will flag off the first Haj convoy from Telangana Haj Committee at Haj House, Nampally, on 29 April. The departures will continue until 29 May, with arrangements at the Haj Camp and airport in full swing. Around 12,000 pilgrims are scheduled to leave from Hyderabad, including approximately 7,000 from Telangana.
5. GHMC launches special drive to remove horse weed from Musi riverbanks to curb mosquitoes
GHMC has started a major campaign to remove horse weed along the Musi River to control the mosquito menace. Using Hitachi machines and drones spraying anti-larval chemicals, officials are targeting stagnant water areas. The corporation appealed to citizens to maintain cleanliness to support the initiative.
6. BRS to celebrate 25th anniversary with grand rally in Warangal on April 27
The BRS party is organising a massive celebration of its 25th anniversary on 27 April in Warangal, with preparations involving a multi-crore budget. The event aims to draw around 10 lakh participants and will be critical for reviving the party’s political momentum after its electoral setbacks. Senior leaders like KTR and Kavitha are overseeing arrangements.
7. Medical colleges must now mandatorily report cadaver details in annual declaration: NMC
The National Medical Commission’s Undergraduate Medical Education Board (UGMEB) instructed all medical colleges to mandatorily include cadaver details in their annual declarations. This decision follows concerns that several institutions were not disclosing the number of cadavers, affecting anatomy education standards. The rule aims to ensure transparency and quality in medical training.
8. Record temperatures in Telangana; Yellow alert issued for several districts
Telangana recorded extreme heat, with Nizamabad touching 45°C. The weather department issued yellow alerts for multiple districts and forecasted thunderstorms with strong winds in some areas. Authorities urged residents to take precautions as heatwave conditions continue.
9. High Court issues notices to Teenmaar Mallanna in KTR’s plea to quash Medipally case
The Telangana High Court issued notices to Teenmaar Mallanna following a petition by BRS leader KTR to quash a case registered at Medipally police station. Mallanna had accused KTR and another MLA of damaging his reputation with fake videos during the MLC elections. The High Court has directed counters to be filed by 13 June.
10. Thief targeting elderly women living alone arrested by Begumpet police
Begumpet police arrested Kranti Kumar, who targeted elderly women living alone to steal gold chains. He was caught through CCTV footage after a recent theft and was found with stolen jewellery worth ₹8 lakh and a motorbike. Police urged the public to remain vigilant against such crimes.
