Hyderabad

Hyderabad recorded its coldest morning with temperatures dropping to 6.3 degrees in Gachibowli and 7.1 in Moula Ali. The severe cold wave disrupted early routines, with activity resuming only after 9 am as temperatures rose slightly.

A seven year old boy from OU Colony sustained multiple burn injuries after his Film Nagar tuition teacher allegedly branded him with a heated spoon. His parents filed a complaint. Police registered a case, sent the child for medical evaluation and began an ongoing investigation.

Telangana HC suspended the State government’s memo permitting higher ticket rates and a special premiere show for ‘Akhanda 2’. The judge criticised repeated violations of earlier court orders and directed that no enhanced-price tickets be sold. Further hearing is on Friday

PM Narendra Modi reportedly reprimanded Telangana BJP MPs during a review meeting in New Delhi, expressing displeasure over poor coordination and weak organisational performance. He instructed leaders to strengthen ground-level activity, highlight Central schemes and intensify campaigns against the State government

Telangana Social Welfare Residential Educational Institutions Society will enforce night and holiday duties for teachers only until Sankranti vacation following protests. TGSWREIS assured teachers that additional responsibilities will end before Sankranti, with phased protests planned if assurances are unmet

Telangana Government Doctors Association has raised alarm over delayed salaries and lack of administrative leadership in the Telangana Vaidya Vidhana Parishad. With DCHS posts vacant and key decisions pending, healthcare services and staff morale are reportedly taking a severe hit

DRC Kiron of Advantage Tennis Academy defeated Surya Teja 9-0 in the 35 years & above singles second round of the GVK-AISTA Senior National Tennis Championship at LB Stadium, Hyderabad. The tournament saw competitive matches across 35+, 45+, 55+, 65+ and 70+ categories

Sujata Mandi of West Bengal scored 313 points to lead the women’s 50 m event in the NTPC Senior National Archery Championship at Hyderabad Public School. Chhattisgarh’s Chandi Sahu and Manipur’s Okram Naomi Chanu finished second and third respectively

The Hyderabad Pickleball League will see All Stars take on Credicon Mavericks in the final at The League, Financial District. The championship night will feature Lucky Ali’s halftime show, community celebrations, and actor Sushanth’s All Stars aiming for the title

Lionel Messi will play in Hyderabad on December 13 as part of his India tour. The event at Rajiv Gandhi Stadium will feature a short match, football clinic, parade, and appearances by Luis Suárez and Rodrigo De Paul

Mismanagement, corruption, and unrealistic economic claims have pushed Telangana into a deepening financial crisis under the Congress government

TG EAPCET 2026 is likely to be held in the first week of May, with TGCHE preparing a preliminary schedule for government approval. Other state-level CETs may also be held in May, with notifications expected in February

DGP B Shivadhar Reddy reviewed security and logistical arrangements at the Uppal stadium ahead of the December 13 football match featuring Lionel Messi. Departments were instructed to ensure smooth spectator movement, strong coordination and clear communication of traffic and safety guidelines

The BRS has filed a PIL in the Telangana High Court challenging Revanth Reddy’s appointments of multiple advisors with Cabinet rank, citing Article 164(1A) and pointing out the CM’s own 2017 PIL against similar appointments

With only five days left to submit objections on the GHMC expansion notification, ward maps for the newly formed 300 divisions are yet to be uploaded. Residents say the absence of clear boundaries is hampering meaningful feedback, prompting assurances from the GHMC Commissioner.

The Nampally Court has issued a Non-Bailable Warrant against Minister Konda Surekha after she failed to appear in the criminal defamation case filed by former minister K T Rama Rao. The trial has been adjourned to February 5, 2026

Doctors at Care Hospitals, Malakpet, successfully removed a complex Acoustic Schwannoma from a 25-year-old man from Khammam. The high-precision surgery prevented neurological damage, with the patient regaining balance and mobility before being discharged within three days

Around 400 visually impaired children, along with their siblings and parents from IVR, LVPEI, spent a day at Wild Waters amusement park. The event focused on bonding, emotional support, shared experiences, and inclusive fun through curated games and activities

Anurag University and the National Remote Sensing Centre (NRSC) have signed an MoU to collaborate on research projects. The agreement enables students to undertake academic and research work at NRSC and access training, industrial visits and guidance from domain experts

KTR sharply criticised the Centre’s draft Seeds Bill, calling it anti-farmer and pro-corporate. He said the Bill weakens States, lacks safeguards against fake seeds, offers no compensation guarantees and risks seed sovereignty. The BRS has sought its withdrawal and wider consultations

Nizampet residents seek better roads, improved sanitation and action against encroachments even as they fear a steep rise in taxes after the area’s merger with GHMC. Officials say decisions on unapproved layouts and civic surveys will follow the merger

KG Reddy College of Engineering and Technology organised an interactive session for first-year B.Tech students, where Prof. Dr. Balakista Reddy highlighted technology, innovation, and ethical use of AI. The event concluded with the formal launch of the college diary

 Delivering the lecture titled 'Cancer Without Disease: Combining the Concept of Healthy Living and Aging with Strategies to Prevent Malignant Disease of Cancer' at UoH, Prof Kalluri emphasized the critical role of the immune system in preventing cancer progression

TGSRTC will launch dedicated bus services to 373 newly developed colonies under its ‘Hyderabad Connect’ initiative. The plan is expected to benefit more than 7.6 lakh daily commuters by improving access to major job hubs and reducing dependence on private vehicles