Hyderabad

Rigved Reddy and Srikrishna Vivek tied for first in the juniors category at the Brilliant Trophy chess tournament. Rigved won after a tie-break, while Manoj Reddy Maram claimed the open category. Samanvith secured third in juniors

GBHS (Urdu, Golconda) defeated Defense Lab School 2-0 in the under-14 final, while Bharatiya Vidya Bhavan won 3-2 via a tie-breaker against Maaz School in the under-17 final of the Hyderabad District School Games Federation football tournament

Mustangs defeated Saints 59-51 in a closely contested match in the Level-II Stage of the Annual League Basketball Championship. A strong defensive effort in the second half and key performances from Akhil, Annamayya, and Vinod led to the win

A plumber, Mohammed Shadab (35), was found dead at his house in Falaknuma, reportedly over family issues. Police have registered a case and begun investigation into the circumstances surrounding his death

Hyderabad Cybercrime Police arrested 59 people across India in September for their role in online frauds, including investment and matrimonial scams. The police also helped victims recover Rs 86.64 lakh lost in various cyber fraud cases

Following the selection of V. Naveen Yadav as the Congress candidate for Jubilee Hills by-election, Telangana Congress leaders are working to placate disappointed aspirants, including former MP Anjan Kumar Yadav and GHMC Corporator CN Reddy, amid concerns over party priorities and future representation.

Discontent grows across Telangana as Congress fails to deliver on promises to BCs, Muslims, employees, farmers, and unemployed youth. Delayed reservations, disputed land allotments, and unresolved arrears could influence voter sentiment in the Jubilee Hills by-election and local body polls.

The notification for the Jubilee Hills Assembly by-election will be issued on Monday. Nominations open the same day. Polling will be held on November 11, and the Election Commission has appointed Sanjiv Kumar Lal as Expenditure Observer

A fire at BRC Apartments in Manikonda on Sunday caused panic among residents. Believed to have started due to a short circuit, the fire was quickly controlled. Three people were injured while rushing out of the building

BRS leader K.T. Rama Rao accused CM Revanth Reddy of betrayal, corruption, and demolitions ahead of the Jubilee Hills bypoll, urging voters to reject Congress’s “false promises” and restore development under BRS leadership by electing candidate Maganti Sunitha.

Cyberabad police booked 478 persons for drunk driving during weekend checks. Most were two-wheeler riders. Medchal and KPHB areas reported the highest numbers. Offenders face court action, with several found having dangerously high alcohol levels

BRS has intensified its Jubilee Hills by-election campaign, led by leaders Ravichandra and Srinivas Goud, accusing the Congress government of failing on promises. They’re urging voters to support Maganti Sunitha Gopinath, promoting BRS as the true people’s voice

Kukatpally police raided a hostel in Hyderabad, arresting seven individuals for gambling and seizing Rs. 97,370 in cash along with seven mobile phones. The action followed a tip-off and highlights intensified local anti-gambling efforts.

Two people were killed after a speeding lorry hit their scooter near the Lifestyle building at Greenlands on Saturday night. One died on the spot and the other succumbed at the hospital. Police have launched an investigation.

A tribal woman from Medak, who was gang-raped near Edupayala temple in Kulcharam mandal, died while being shifted to Gandhi Hospital. Police have launched a manhunt and are examining CCTV footage to identify and arrest the accused.

Five people were injured when a speeding car, allegedly driven by a drunk man, rammed motorcycles and overturned in Hyderabad’s B N Reddy Nagar late on Saturday night. Police have registered a case and are investigating the incident.

AZORTE, Reliance Retail’s premium fashion brand, launched its autumn/winter 2025 collection in Hyderabad, featuring actor Ritu Varma. The event highlighted modern silhouettes and statement pieces while engaging with customers and celebrating their style journeys

Bhavtegh Singh Gill stays in contention for a finals spot at the ISSF World Championship Shotgun 2025 with 97 hits in men’s skeet. He is just one hit behind the leaders, with top shooters Vincent Hancock and Jakub Tomeček at the top

Shaik Roshan of Andhra Pradesh won the silver in the 110m hurdles for men (under-20) with a time of 14.02 at the 40th National Junior Athletics Championship in Bhubaneswar. Saif Chafekar and K Kiran won gold and bronze, respectively

Illegal chit fund operators are defrauding investors across Hyderabad, Cyberabad, and Rachakonda by collecting large sums and disappearing overnight. Police have registered multiple cases, but recovery of funds remains a lengthy legal process.

A D L Janardhan of Andhra Pradesh claimed the 35 years & above title at the AISTA Prize Money Veterans Tennis Tournament with an 8-7 (5) victory over Vamshi Krishna of Telangana. Other category results included decisive wins for players from AP and TN

School Education Department has sent a proposal to revive breakfast scheme, stopped by the Congress government for the last two academic years, in all government and local body schools from the next academic year

The Cyberabad Women and Children Safety Wing conducted a special drive from 5 to 11 October, rescuing two victims of sex trafficking and arresting four accused.

BM Birla Science Centre in Hyderabad has inaugurated the Singareni Pavilion, featuring 7-foot Stegodon Elephant tusks, petrified wood, and geological samples from the region. Discovered by SCCL, the exhibit offers a fascinating glimpse into millions of years of Earth’s history