Hyderabad

The Telangana Pollution Control Board observed International E-Waste Day, stressing the need for responsible use and recycling of electronic items. Officials urged citizens to hand over old gadgets to authorised centres to reduce pollution and promote resource conservation

Excise officials seized 1.6 kg of ganja chocolates at Secunderabad railway station. The suspect fled after abandoning the bag on Platform No 10. A case has been registered, and efforts are underway to identify and arrest the accused.

AWS India and Sri Sathya Sai Annapoorna Trust organised a health and hygiene awareness drive at ZPHS Hythabad. Volunteers conducted interactive sessions for girl students on hygiene and nutrition, serving SaiSure Millet Health Mix. The Trust supports 16.5 lakh children in Telangana

AIMIM is considering whether to field its own candidate or support Congress in the Jubilee Hills by-election. Party president Asaduddin Owaisi said a decision will be made soon, highlighting AIMIM’s outreach to both Muslim and backward class communities

A 55-year-old woman, Yadamma alias Kamala, who went missing from Badangpet three days ago, was found dead in Mantrala Cheruvu, Meerpet. Police suspect suicide due to ill health. Her body was retrieved by expert swimmers. Investigation is ongoing

Prof Srinivasarao Yaragorla from the University of Hyderabad has been elected Fellow of the Royal Society of Chemistry (FRSC) and Telangana Academy of Sciences (FTAS). A noted synthetic organic chemist, he has published over 90 research papers in top journals

This monsoon, Hyderabad’s tanks received abundant water, with 11 of 139 GHMC-maintained tanks overflowing. Continuous rains boosted groundwater levels but also led to overflow and minor damage in some colonies. GHMC officials said surplus water could last for two years

The Andhra Pradesh SIT conducted searches at multiple properties linked to YSRCP MP Peddireddy Midhun Reddy in connection with the Rs 3,200 crore liquor scam. The probe has revealed large-scale kickbacks during 2019–24, allegedly involving top political leader

A 30-year-old Begumpet resident lost Rs 7.9 lakh to a fraudster posing as an NGO founder offering a Rs 50 lakh loan. The victim transferred money via WhatsApp communication before realising the scam. Hyderabad Cybercrime police are investigating the case

Senior Congress leader Ali Masqati and former TDP leader Shakeela Reddy joined the BRS ahead of the Jubilee Hills by-election in the presence of KT Rama Rao. KTR said their induction reflects the growing public trust in BRS and KCR’s leadership

The BRS condemned Ministers Thummala Nageswara Rao and Ponnam Prabhakar for their remarks against Maganti Sunitha, the Jubilee Hills bypoll candidate. Party leaders V Srinivas Goud and Tata Madhu demanded apologies, calling the statements insulting to women and politically motivated.

BC Welfare Minister Ponnam Prabhakar and Agriculture Minister Thummala Nageswara Rao face criticism for accusing BRS candidate Maganti Sunitha of feigning grief to gain sympathy votes in Jubilee Hills. BRS leaders demand unconditional apologies for the “insensitive and derogatory” comments

Unknown thieves stole cash, phones, and documents from two parked TSRTC buses at Uppal. The drivers, asleep at the time, noticed the theft in the morning and reported it to Uppal police. CCTV footage is being checked to identify the culprits

Ahead of Diwali, South Central Railway warned passengers not to carry firecrackers or inflammable items on trains. Violators face fines or jail under the Railway Act. SCR has tightened checks and urged people to report suspicious materials to Helpline 139

Additional CP M Srinivas reviewed Hyderabad Police’s CCS, Cybercrime, and Women Safety units. He stressed fair investigations, better use of technology, cybercrime awareness for citizens, respectful handling of complaints, and coordination to rescue and rehabilitate missing children

Legislators from Telangana’s Palamuru region, including Jadcherla MLA Anirudh Reddy and Mahabubnagar MLA Yennem Srinivas Reddy, have demanded annual development funds of ₹25 crore per constituency, criticizing unequal distribution and alleging neglect compared to regions like Khammam and Nalgonda

BRS leader T Harish Rao warned that Telangana is slipping into economic collapse under the Congress government, citing repeated deflation and weak consumer demand. He blamed Chief Minister Revanth Reddy’s “reckless policies” for pushing the State toward financial stagnation.

The National Medical Commission (NMC) plans to tighten guidelines on Continuing Medical Education (CME) programs by banning live surgery broadcasts and sponsorships from pharma and device firms, aiming to curb commercial influence and protect patient ethics in medical training

The Telangana government has filed a Special Leave Petition (SLP) in the Supreme Court challenging the High Court’s stay on GOMs 9, which provides 42% reservations for Backward Classes in local body elections, citing constitutional provisions and population data.

Telangana returned to deflation in September, with retail prices falling 0.15%, the third such instance in four months. Economists warn the trend reflects weak consumption, sluggish rural demand, and could impact business investment, jobs, and state revenue.

BRS president K Chandrashekhar Rao handed over the party B-form and Rs 40 lakh to Sunitha Gopinath for the Jubilee Hills bypoll. With polling on November 11, the party ramps up rallies, door-to-door outreach, and campaign efforts

Pugmarks of a tiger spotted in agricultural fields of Bibra, Pesarikunta, and Sarsala villages have raised alarm among farmers in Kagaznagar division. Forest officials are monitoring the animal and advising safety measures to prevent human-animal conflicts.

A woman in Hyderabad’s Balanagar area killed her twin children before ending her life on Tuesday. Police said the woman, identified as Sai Lakshmi from Nuzvid, Eluru district, was reportedly facing domestic issues that may have led to the tragedy.

Guman Singh led the charge as UP Yoddhas returned to winning ways with a 40-24 victory over U Mumba in the Pro Kabaddi League. His sharp raiding and solid team defence ensured a dominant performance at the Thyagaraj Indoor Stadium