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Hyderabad:Managed workspace provider iSprout on Wednesday, April 1, launched a 5.6 lakh square foot enterprise-grade office facility at Minaas Towers, a 20-storey commercial complex in Hitech City in Hyderabad, taking its total portfolio in the city to over 17 lakh square feet. The new facility, targeted primarily at Global Capability Centres (GCC) and large enterprises, Get the latest updates in Hyderabad City News , Technology , Entertainment , Sports , Politics and Top Stories on WhatsApp &
Hyderabad: Commercial LPG prices were hiked on Wednesday, April 1, in Hyderabad and other Indian cities as the spike in global energy rates following the West Asia crisis weighed on the worlds third-largest energy consumer. Rates were last increased by Rs 114.5 per 19-kg cylinder on March 1. Commercial LPG cylinder prices in Hyderabad, other Get the latest updates in Hyderabad City News , Technology , Entertainment , Sports , Politics and Top Stories on WhatsApp & Telegram by subscribing to our
Washington: US President Donald Trump has told his aides that hes willing to end the military operation against Iran even if the Strait of Hormuz remains largely closed, leaving the campaign to reopen it for a later date, the Wall Street Journal reported, citing administration officials. In recent days, Trump and his aides assessed that Get the latest updates in Hyderabad City News , Technology , Entertainment , Sports , Politics and Top Stories on WhatsApp & Telegram by subscribing to our chan
Hyderabad: In a step towards protecting the rights of gig workers, the Telangana Assembly on Monday, March 30, passed the Telangana Platform-Based Gig Workers Registration, Social Security and Welfare Bill, 2026. Under this, strict penalties have been prescribed for non-complianceof welfare laws. Under the new Bill, platform companies will have to submit details regularly and Get the latest updates in Hyderabad City News , Technology , Entertainment , Sports , Politics and Top Stories on WhatsA
Mumbai: The rupee slumped by a massive 89 paise to close at a historic low of 94.85 against the US dollar on Friday, March 27, as concerns of higher crude oil prices weighed heavily on the currency and overall macroeconomic outlook. Forex traders said the rupee is succumbing to the pressure exerted by continued sales Get the latest updates in Hyderabad City News , Technology , Entertainment , Sports , Politics and Top Stories on WhatsApp & Telegram by subscribing to our channels. You can also d
In January, New Delhi made what many saw as a quiet but significant diplomatic concession, sharply cutting purchases of Russian crude oil as part of broader negotiations to soften punishing US tariffs on Indian exports. Two months on, things have changed. According toReuters, India and Russia have reached a verbal agreement to begin negotiating the Get the latest updates in Hyderabad City News , Technology , Entertainment , Sports , Politics and Top Stories on WhatsApp & Telegram by subscribing
New Delhi: Amid rising crude prices and mounting pressure on oil retailers, the Centres Rs 10 per litre excise duty cut on petrol and diesel signals both near-term relief for consumers and a potential impact on one of its key revenue streams. Under the revised rates, excise duty on petrol has been reduced to Rs Get the latest updates in Hyderabad City News , Technology , Entertainment , Sports , Politics and Top Stories on WhatsApp & Telegram by subscribing to our channels. You can also downloa
Indias strategic crude oil reserve can cover just 9.5 days of demand at full capacity, with current stock levels showing the buffer is substantially lower in reality, according to a reply to a right to information (RTI) request filed by India Today and government data. Strategic reserves are emergency stockpiles of crude oil, protected from Get the latest updates in Hyderabad City News , Technology , Entertainment , Sports , Politics and Top Stories on WhatsApp & Telegram by subscribing to our
New Delhi: The CEO of Chinese mobile device maker OnePlus India, Robin Liu, has stepped down, the firm said on Tuesday, March 24. The development comes as the company works to recover from the ongoing decline in shipments. We thank Robin for his contributions to OnePlus India. He moves on to pursue his personal passions, Get the latest updates in Hyderabad City News , Technology , Entertainment , Sports , Politics and Top Stories on WhatsApp & Telegram by subscribing to our channels. You can al
Hyderabad:The Telangana State Road Transport Corporation (TGSRTC) announced on Wednesday, March 25, a 30 per cent fare reduction on its Metro Deluxe and AC Metro bus services, as panic buying at petrol stations across Hyderabad showed no sign of abating. The fare cut was aimed at nudging citizens away from private vehicles amid a fuel Get the latest updates in Hyderabad City News , Technology , Entertainment , Sports , Politics and Top Stories on WhatsApp & Telegram by subscribing to our channe
New Delhi: State-owned oil companies on Wednesday, March 25, said there is no shortage of petrol, diesel or LPG in the country, urging citizens not to believe rumours circulating on social media or resort to panic buying. Indian Oil Corporation (IOC), the nations largest oil firm, said there is no shortage of petrol or diesel, Get the latest updates in Hyderabad City News , Technology , Entertainment , Sports , Politics and Top Stories on WhatsApp & Telegram by subscribing to our channels. You
Hyderabad:The Telangana Gig and Platform Workers Union (TGPWU) on Tuesday, March 24, welcomed the state Cabinets decision to approve the Telangana Platform-Based Gig Workers (Registration, Social Security and Welfare) Bill, 2026, while suggesting a series of amendments to strengthen the legislation. TGPWU founder president Shaik Salauddin, in a communication to Labour Minister Gaddam Vivek Venkatswamy, Get the latest updates in Hyderabad City News , Technology , Entertainment , Sports , Politic
Mumbai: Indian benchmark bond yield rose to a 14-month high on Monday, March 23, possibly due to surge in Brent crude oil prices amid escalating conflict in the Middle east. The 10-year government bond yield was trading at 6.8173 per cent around 11 am on Monday, as compared to Fridays close of 6.737 per cent. Get the latest updates in Hyderabad City News , Technology , Entertainment , Sports , Politics and Top Stories on WhatsApp & Telegram by subscribing to our channels. You can also download
Hyderabad: Riding high on the Mahalakshmi Scheme, the Telangana government proposed an allocation of Rs 12,789 crore for the Transport, Roads, and Buildings Department in this years budget. Presenting the Budget 2026-27 in the Assembly, Deputy Chief Minister Mallu Bhatti Vikramarka, who is also the Finance Minister, announced a significant portion for the TGSRTC, the Get the latest updates in Hyderabad City News , Technology , Entertainment , Sports , Politics and Top Stories on WhatsApp & Tele
Hyderabad: Bringing significant tax relief to salaried employees, the Central Board of Direct Taxes on Friday, March 20, notified the rules for the Income-tax Act, 2025, providing an exemption of 50 pc under House Rent Allowance (HRA) to four more cities, including Hyderabad. At present, salaried employees in Mumbai, Delhi, Kolkata, and Chennai are allowed Get the latest updates in Hyderabad City News , Technology , Entertainment , Sports , Politics and Top Stories on WhatsApp & Telegram by sub
New Delhi: Oil marketing companies on Friday, March 20, increased the price of premium petrol by around Rs 2 per litre, amid rising global crude prices triggered by escalating tensions in West Asia. State-run oil marketing companies, including Hindustan Petroleum Corporation Limited and Indian Oil Corporation Limited, have raised the prices of their premium petrol Get the latest updates in Hyderabad City News , Technology , Entertainment , Sports , Politics and Top Stories on WhatsApp & Telegra
Mumbai: The rupee fell 19 paise to its record intra-day low of 93.08 against the US dollar in early trade on Friday, March 20, as the greenback strengthened further and FII outflows continued unabated amid the ongoing West Asia conflict. Elevated global crude oil prices put further pressure on the local unit, while a positive Get the latest updates in Hyderabad City News , Technology , Entertainment , Sports , Politics and Top Stories on WhatsApp & Telegram by subscribing to our channels. You c
New Delhi/Mumbai: HDFC Banks non-executive chairman Atanu Chakraborty abruptly resigned, citing differences over values and ethics a ground that the management of the countrys second-largest lender said was baffling, as the former bureaucrat offered no specific instance despite repeated requests. Keki Mistry, a veteran of the HDFC Bank Group, was appointed as the interim Get the latest updates in Hyderabad City News , Technology , Entertainment , Sports , Politics and Top Stories on WhatsApp &
Hyderabad: The Rajiv Gandhi International Airport in Shamshabad, more commonly known as the Hyderabad airport, received the Best Airport Staff in India and South Asia on Thursday, March 19, at the Skytrax World Airport Awards. This is the fifth time that the airport has received this award. The recognition is based on comprehensive global passenger Get the latest updates in Hyderabad City News , Technology , Entertainment , Sports , Politics and Top Stories on WhatsApp & Telegram by subscribing
New Delhi:BMW Group India on Thursday, March 19, said it will increase vehicle prices by up to 2 per cent across its vehicle range with effect from April 1, in order to offset the impact of escalating logistics, material costs and depreciating rupee. The price increase will be applicable across the range for BMW and Get the latest updates in Hyderabad City News , Technology , Entertainment , Sports , Politics and Top Stories on WhatsApp & Telegram by subscribing to our channels. You can also do
Mumbai:Shares of HDFC Bank came under pressure on Thursday, March 19, after the countrys largest private lenders part-time Chairman and Independent Director, Atanu Chakraborty, stepped down with immediate effect, citing a mismatch between his personal values and certain practices observed within the bank. In domestic trade, the stock slipped over 4 per cent during the Get the latest updates in Hyderabad City News , Technology , Entertainment , Sports , Politics and Top Stories on WhatsApp & Tel
Hyderabad: Young men and women from the Scheduled Caste (SC) can apply for electric two-wheelers and three-wheelers with up to 90 per cent subsidy, the Hyderabad District Collector announced on Thursday, March 19. The initiative aims to promote eco-friendly transport and self-employment, the release stated. Last date to apply is March 24, 2026. Those interested Get the latest updates in Hyderabad City News , Technology , Entertainment , Sports , Politics and Top Stories on WhatsApp & Telegram b
New Delhi: In a sudden move, Atanu Chakraborty resigned as the part-time chairman of the countrys second biggest lender HDFC Bank citing ethical concerns. This is the first time that the part-time chairman of HDFC Bank left mid-way, raising concerns over its functioning. Certain happenings and practices within the bank, that I have observed over Get the latest updates in Hyderabad City News , Technology , Entertainment , Sports , Politics and Top Stories on WhatsApp & Telegram by subscribing to
New Delhi: E-commerce major Amazon India has witnessed a significant surge in demand for convenient, ready-to-consume meals, with categories such as instant noodles, packaged meals, snacks, and beverages recording over 15 per cent growth on its platform, driven by concerns over the ongoing LPG shortage. The spike in demand is not limited to major urban Get the latest updates in Hyderabad City News , Technology , Entertainment , Sports , Politics and Top Stories on WhatsApp & Telegram by subscri
Mumbai: The rupee slumped 23 paise to close at a record low of 92.63 (provisional) against the US dollar on Wednesday, March 18, weighed down by a stronger greenback and sustained FII outflows. Elevated crude oil prices in global markets amid intensifying conflict in West Asia further dampened sentiments, forex traders said. At the interbank Get the latest updates in Hyderabad City News , Technology , Entertainment , Sports , Politics and Top Stories on WhatsApp & Telegram by subscribing to our
Mumbai, March 17 (IANS) Shares of Infosys came under sharp selling pressure on Tuesday, with the stock hitting an over six-year low during intra-day trade. The stock slipped as much as 3 per cent to Rs 1,215.15 on the BSE, falling below its previous low of Rs 1,215.45 recorded in April 2023. This marks its Get the latest updates in Hyderabad City News , Technology , Entertainment , Sports , Politics and Top Stories on WhatsApp & Telegram by subscribing to our channels. You can also download our
New Delhi: The government on Monday, March 16, informed that there are 25,605 Liquefied Petroleum Gas (LPG) distributorships in India (as of March 1, 2026), including 17,677 in rural areas, served by 214 LPG bottling plants of Oil Marketing Companies (OMCs). To improve LPG access in rural and remote areas, 8,037 distributorships were commissioned between Get the latest updates in Hyderabad City News , Technology , Entertainment , Sports , Politics and Top Stories on WhatsApp & Telegram by subsc
Thiruvananthapuram: An Emirates flight bound for Dubai from Thiruvananthapuram returned to the airport here on Monday, March 16, following a security incident reported at the destination airport, an official said. The Emirates TRVDXB flight returned midway after Dubai International Airport closed and landed at Thiruvananthapuram International Airport, a spokesperson of the airport here said. The Get the latest updates in Hyderabad City News , Technology , Entertainment , Sports , Politics and T
New Delhi/Mumbai: Air India has detected large-scale discrepancies in the utilisation of its leisure travel policy, involving more than 4,000 employees and has initiated corrective actions, including imposing penalties on the erring staff, according to sources. Loss-making Air India was acquired by the Tata Group in January 2022, and the airline, which has faced multiple Get the latest updates in Hyderabad City News , Technology , Entertainment , Sports , Politics and Top Stories on WhatsApp &
Dubai: Unrelenting Iranian attacks on shipping traffic and energy infrastructure pushed oil above USD 100 a barrel Thursday, March 12, as American and Israeli strikes pounded the Islamic Republic with no sign of an end to the war in sight. Iran hit a container ship off the coast of Dubai, caused a blaze near Bahrains Get the latest updates in Hyderabad City News , Technology , Entertainment , Sports , Politics and Top Stories on WhatsApp & Telegram by subscribing to our channels. You can also d
Hyderabad: Telangana Chief Minister A Revanth Reddy on Thursday, March 12, inaugurated Netflix Eyeline Studios Global VFX and Virtual Production Hub here and invited the OTT leader to set up a bigger facility in the Bharat Future City being developed by the state government on the city outskirts. Eyeline is Netflixs innovation hub. Reddy vowed Get the latest updates in Hyderabad City News , Technology , Entertainment , Sports , Politics and Top Stories on WhatsApp & Telegram by subscribing to o
Hyderabad:The wedding invitations had already gone out. Guests were flying in from abroad, or trying to, through the flight disruptions that the US-Israel-Iran war has caused over the past 12 days. The food to be served for the big day had been decided. Things seemed set. Until now. Everything has now hit a massive roadblock, Get the latest updates in Hyderabad City News , Technology , Entertainment , Sports , Politics and Top Stories on WhatsApp & Telegram by subscribing to our channels. You c
Asma Sultana and her son Faizan had been sitting at a gas agency in Warasiguda since Wednesday afternoon, March 11, looking visibly anxious. Their spare cylinder was empty, and the one in use had been booked almost a month ago. Every time they tried booking a new one, the automated call cut off before they Get the latest updates in Hyderabad City News , Technology , Entertainment , Sports , Politics and Top Stories on WhatsApp & Telegram by subscribing to our channels. You can also download our
Mumbai: Benchmark equity indices Sensex and Nifty were trading sharply lower during afternoon session on Wednesday, March 11, after a days breather as investors sentiment remained cautious amid the ongoing tensions in West Asia and sustained foreign fund outflows. Besides, selling in blue-chip bank stocks also drove the markets lower. The 30-share BSE Sensex tumbled Get the latest updates in Hyderabad City News , Technology , Entertainment , Sports , Politics and Top Stories on WhatsApp & Teleg
Chennai: A section of hotels and restaurants operating in Chennai and parts of Tamil Nadu on Wednesday, March 11, declared a holiday following the lack of commercial LPG supply to the establishments, employees said. Early morning customers who had come for tea and coffee expressed disappointment over the closure of the hotels and expressed hope Get the latest updates in Hyderabad City News , Technology , Entertainment , Sports , Politics and Top Stories on WhatsApp & Telegram by subscribing to
New Delhi: Billionaire Mukesh Ambanis Reliance Industries on Tuesday, March 10, said its giant Jamnagar oil refining complex will maximise cooking gas LPG production, while gas from Bay of Bengal KG-D6 fields will be diverted to the priority sector with a view to aid the Indian economy overcome West Asia war-related disruptions. This came after Get the latest updates in Hyderabad City News , Technology , Entertainment , Sports , Politics and Top Stories on WhatsApp & Telegram by subscribing to
Dubai: Saudi Arabias oil giant Aramco reported 2025 profits of USD 104 billion, down from the year before as the Iran war has seen its fields and facilities targeted. Aramco released its annual results Tuesday, March 10. It planned to brief investors later in the day as the war that began Feb. 28 has seen Get the latest updates in Hyderabad City News , Technology , Entertainment , Sports , Politics and Top Stories on WhatsApp & Telegram by subscribing to our channels. You can also download our
Tokyo: Asian shares have rebounded from their sharp declines a day before after a rally on Wall Street as global investors wagered that the war with Iran may not last too long. But the gains early Tuesday, March 10, fell far short of losses Monday, when oil prices neared $120 per barrel before falling back Get the latest updates in Hyderabad City News , Technology , Entertainment , Sports , Politics and Top Stories on WhatsApp & Telegram by subscribing to our channels. You can also download our
New Delhi: The oil ministry has constituted a committee to examine supply issues after a sudden shortage of commercial LPG cylinders alarmed the hospitality sector, with restaurant associations warning that eateries could shut down within days if supplies are not restored. As the widening conflict in the Middle East disrupted fuel lifelines, including Indias LPG Get the latest updates in Hyderabad City News , Technology , Entertainment , Sports , Politics and Top Stories on WhatsApp & Telegram
New Delhi: E-commerce firm Meesho has received an income tax demand notice of around Rs 1,500 crore, including interest, which the company plans to contest, a recent company filing said. Meesho received the notice on March 6 for assessment year 2023-24. The Assessment Unit of Income Tax Department has raised a tax demand aggregating to Get the latest updates in Hyderabad City News , Technology , Entertainment , Sports , Politics and Top Stories on WhatsApp & Telegram by subscribing to our chann
New Delhi: Gold prices are expected to remain volatile next week as investors track geopolitical developments in the Middle East and key macroeconomic data releases that could shape the sentiment in the domestic market, analysts said. Focus will again be on the developments in the Middle East and further escalation would be positive for gold Get the latest updates in Hyderabad City News , Technology , Entertainment , Sports , Politics and Top Stories on WhatsApp & Telegram by subscribing to our
New Delhi: Indian refiners have begun negotiating for additional crude cargoes from the US, Russia and West Africa to ensure supplies remain adequate in the event of the Middle East conflict drags on for a longer period, industry officials and analysts said. Refineries, which convert crude oil into fuels like petrol and diesel, have deferred Get the latest updates in Hyderabad City News , Technology , Entertainment , Sports , Politics and Top Stories on WhatsApp & Telegram by subscribing to our
New Delhi: The global steel industry, including India, is expected to face multiple market-related issues in the coming days as the escalating crisis in the Middle East impacts fuels cost that has lead to increased freight rates, according to BigMint Research. Military tensions in the region are increasing as both Iran, and the US, along Get the latest updates in Hyderabad City News , Technology , Entertainment , Sports , Politics and Top Stories on WhatsApp & Telegram by subscribing to our cha
New Delhi: Indias top three food delivery players Swiggy, magicpin and Zomato regained growth momentum in the October-December period after a period of slower expansion, on strong order volumes led by festive demand, affordability-focused offerings and expanding user bases. With continued investments in marketing, product innovation, and value-led propositions, industry executives said the Get the latest updates in Hyderabad City News , Technology , Entertainment , Sports , Politics and Top S
Hyderabad: The Telangana government is planning to levy a professional tax on the 11,000-odd private unaided schools and their teaching staff with a view to boost revenues of the state. School Education Director Naveen Nicholas issued orders a couple of days ago to all the District Education Officers (DEO) to oversee the collection of property Get the latest updates in Hyderabad City News , Technology , Entertainment , Sports , Politics and Top Stories on WhatsApp & Telegram by subscribing to o
New Delhi: Domestic cooking gas LPG price on Saturday, March 7, was hiked by a steep Rs 60 per cylinder, the second increase in rate in less than a year, as oil companies pass on a part of the spike in global energy rates that followed the West Asia crisis. Non-subsidised LPG the one Get the latest updates in Hyderabad City News , Technology , Entertainment , Sports , Politics and Top Stories on WhatsApp & Telegram by subscribing to our channels. You can also download our app for Android and i
Mumbai: The Reserve Bank of India on Friday, March 6, issued draft amendment directions to strengthen the framework governing customer liability in digital transactions, as it seeks to widen protection for users and speed up resolution of complaints related to fraudulent electronic banking transactions. The central bank has asked stakeholders and members of public to Get the latest updates in Hyderabad City News , Technology , Entertainment , Sports , Politics and Top Stories on WhatsApp & Tele
Bengaluru: Ride-hailing platform Uber on Friday, March 6, announced the launch of Intercity Bus ticketing on its app, with India becoming its first market globally to roll out the product. The new offering expands Ubers Intercity portfolio, enabling riders to plan and book long-distance bus journeys with the same trusted Uber experience, it said. Uber Get the latest updates in Hyderabad City News , Technology , Entertainment , Sports , Politics and Top Stories on WhatsApp & Telegram by subscrib
The US has drawn a clear line on how far it is willing to go in accommodating Indias rise, even as both countries push to finalise a trade deal. Deputy Secretary of State Christopher Landau, speaking at the Raisina Dialogue in New Delhi on Thursday, March 5, said the US would not extend to India Get the latest updates in Hyderabad City News , Technology , Entertainment , Sports , Politics and Top Stories on WhatsApp & Telegram by subscribing to our channels. You can also download our app for An
Hyderabad: If you have ever taken an Ola, Uber or Rapido, you know how it works. You pay the app, the app pays the driver. But a growing number of platforms are quietly experimenting with turning that arrangement on its head, making drivers pay the company just for the right to log in and work Get the latest updates in Hyderabad City News , Technology , Entertainment , Sports , Politics and Top Stories on WhatsApp & Telegram by subscribing to our channels. You can also download our app for Andr

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