Hyderabad

The 20th edition of Narayana Scholastic Aptitude Test (NSAT 2025) saw over 1 lakh students from Telangana and Andhra Pradesh participate, with over Rs 50 crore in scholarships and Rs 1 crore in cash prizes offered. Online exams will follow on October 19 and 26

A doctor and a bike taxi driver were killed in a tragic accident on Begumpet Road, Hyderabad, due to rash driving by a 16-wheeler lorry. Police emphasized the need for helmets to prevent head injuries in such accidents

The Election Commission has issued guidelines to political parties ahead of the Jubilee Hills by-poll, advising against the misuse of AI tools and ensuring that AI-generated content is properly labeled. Accessible voter slips will also be issued for PWDs

The D Sons Patola Art Exhibition at Banjara Hills showcases traditional textiles, including Patola art sarees, handloom products, and jewellery. Running until October 18, the exhibition supports weavers and promotes the handloom industry by offering a platform for artisans

Chief Minister A Revanth Reddy released Rs 60 crore from CMRF to meet emergency needs in BC, SC, ST, and Minority welfare hostels. The funds will be used for diet, staff salaries, motor repairs, and more. New measures include facial recognition and food quality monitoring

A Gurukul teacher in Khammam, accused of sexually harassing a Class 9 boy, died by suicide on Monday after his actions were revealed. He had been booked under the POCSO Act and had earlier attempted suicide before passing away in Hyderabad

A petition was filed in the Telangana High Court challenging the non-refundable Rs 3 lakh application fee for liquor shops under the state’s Liquor Policy 2025–27. The petitioner argues it is discriminatory and burdensome, especially for weaker sections

The Telangana High Court heard a criminal revision petition seeking FIR registration against IAS officer Naveen Mittal over alleged illegal Bhoodan land transfers in Maheshwaram. The petitioner claims land records were tampered with and passbooks issued illegally

The Hyderabad Commissioner’s Task Force (South East) arrested seven property offenders, including a juvenile, for their involvement in six theft cases across Hyderabad, Cyberabad, and Rachakonda. Police recovered a two-wheeler, an autorickshaw, and 10 mobile phones worth Rs 7 lakh.

Over 200 property owners in Secunderabad Cantonment protested against the widening of Rajiv Rahadari from 100 to 200 feet. Led by the JAC, they demanded reduced road width, alternative land, and jobs for displaced families, causing traffic congestion in the area

This initiative represents the first implementation of its kind in the country, offering citizens a direct and accessible way to share their experiences and provide feedback on services received.

NGO Hyderabad Youth Courage entered politics as its president Mohd Salman filed his nomination for the Jubilee Hills bypoll. Known for his social work, Salman accused the Congress government of neglecting minority issues, particularly the demand for a Muslim burial ground

Hyderabad Task Force raided a godown at Teacher’s Colony, Trimulgherry, and seized illegal firecrackers worth Rs 45 lakh. One man, Abhimanyu Kumar Sharma, was arrested for storing explosives in a residential area. Police have begun further investigation.

Burglars broke into two houses in the Sadashiva gated community at Peddamberpet, Hayathnagar, and stole gold, silver, cash, and sarees. The incident, caught on CCTV, led police to register a case and begin investigation into the theft

Telangana launched its first Tourist Police Force to ensure visitor safety and comfort. Eighty trained officers will be stationed at major tourist spots across the State, following a week-long training at NITHM, Gachibowli, focusing on soft skills and emergency preparedness

BRS working president KT Rama Rao accused Congress of large-scale voter-list manipulation ahead of Jubilee Hills by-election. The party submitted evidence to the CEO and warned of court action if fraudulent votes were not removed before nominations.

Yashoda Hospitals, Hitec City, completed over 300 kidney transplants in 36 months, contributing to 3,500 across its network. Telangana Governor Jishnu Dev Varma attended the celebration honouring donors and patients, as doctors highlighted India’s growing burden of chronic kidney disease

The Mala community’s JAC has decided to file 300 nominations in the Jubilee Hills by-election to protest injustice due to SC categorisation. Leaders demanded amending the categorisation, enhancing reservations, and warned Congress of electoral backlash if issues remain unaddressed

MedPlus Health Services shares fell over 3.6 pre cent after its subsidiary, Optival Health Solutions, received a 15-day drug license suspension at a Karnataka store, potentially affecting revenue. Despite setbacks, CareEdge reaffirmed its financial ratings for the company’s bank facilities

Hyderabad-based Divis Foundation for Gifted Children (DFGC) relaunched the Varnam Child Development Centre (VCDC), expanding its focus on multidisciplinary developmental care, training, research, and awareness. The initiative aims to promote inclusive early childhood development through national and international collaborations.

T Harish Rao accused Chief Minister A Revanth Reddy of turning Telangana into a State of corruption and abandoning promised schemes. He urged voters in Jubilee Hills by-election to reject Congress, while BRS candidate Maganti Sunitha pledged to serve the constituency.

IICT Hyderabad will host the International Symposium on ‘Frontiers in Sustainable Organic Synthesis and Chemical Biology (FSOSCB–2025)’ on October 13–14. The event will feature global experts, 500 delegates, and 120 poster presentations focused on sustainable and green chemistry

ZIMA Film School, Hyderabad, announced the Oggu Katha Universe Awards – 2025 to honour Telangana’s folk storytellers and revive Oggu Katha. The November 2025 event will celebrate traditional artists and invite nominations statewide until October 20, 2025

BRS MLC Dasoju Sravan Kumar accused Telangana CM A. Revanth Reddy of mortgaging the State’s future, criticising the Congress government’s plan to raise Rs 9,000 crore through open market borrowings. He warned that unchecked debt could trigger a prolonged financial crisis.