Hyderabad

A 12-feet, 120 kg crocodile was spotted near a canal in Taramatipet village, Abdullapurmet, causing panic among locals. Forest officials and police caught the reptile after an hour and a half and shifted it to the Nehru Zoological Park

Ranga Reddy Excise Enforcement teams conducted raids at Pahadishareef, seizing 198 bottles of Non-Duty Paid Liquor worth Rs 8 lakh. Twelve persons were arrested for smuggling the liquor from Delhi and Goa in violation of Telangana Excise laws

In preparation for the upcoming bye-election in Jubilee Hills, authorities have covered the statues of prominent political leaders across the constituency. This action, part of the Model Code of Conduct enforcement, aims to prevent undue influence and maintain electoral neutrality.

Based on current production levels and future demand, the State is projected to see a fruit production shortfall of over 5 lakh metric tonnes by 2035

Burglars struck the Brilliant Institute of Engineering and Technology in Abdullapurmet, stealing nearly Rs 1 crore in cash and a DVR with footage from 200 CCTV cameras. Police suspect an inside knowledge angle and have begun investigations

Villagers in Thalamala, Luxettipet mandal, were alarmed by the reported movement of a tiger near their fields. Forest officials confirmed pugmarks and advised caution. The female tiger reportedly moved from Maharashtra and is now shuttling between Thalamala and Peddampet forests

BC Welfare Minister Ponnam Prabhakar defended the Congress high command’s decision to field V Naveen Yadav in the Jubilee Hills by-election. Senior leaders met former MP Anjan Kumar Yadav to pacify him, amid his concerns over local and non-local factors

The Special Operations Team, Malkajgiri, and Keesara police arrested Lokesh Bareth, an interstate drug peddler from Rajasthan, in Hyderabad and seized 7 kg of opium and 2 kg of poppy straw worth Rs 1 crore. Efforts continue to trace his associate

A 30-year-old man from Odisha allegedly committed suicide by jumping before a speeding train on the tracks between Moula Ali and Charlapalli in Hyderabad. Police say he struggled to find a job and faced financial distress

The EAGLE team arrested D Rataji Prajapati, kingpin of a major drug money laundering network linked to Nigerian cartels. The operation led to the seizure of Rs. 3 crore hawala funds and exposed a nationwide network spanning Mumbai, Delhi, and Goa

India’s first Chhota Bheem-themed café will open in Hyderabad’s Hitec City by December 2025. A collaboration between Green Gold Animation and EBG Group, the ₹200 crore project aims to expand nationwide with 300 outlets combining dining, play, and storytelling.

Telangana Congress leaders are working to placate former MP Anjan Kumar Yadav after the Jubilee Hills Assembly ticket was given to Naveen Yadav. Reports suggest Anjan Kumar considered contesting independently, prompting senior leaders to intervene and seek a resolution.

On the fifth day of GHMC’s special sanitation drive, 979 colonies across 150 divisions in Hyderabad were cleaned, resulting in the removal of 1,524.5 metric tons of municipal waste and 515.5 metric tons of construction debris.

The GHMC’s city-wide road safety drive has filled 13,738 potholes, repaired 755 catch pits, and replaced 356 covers. Commissioner R.V. Karnan is monitoring the mission closely, urging officials to complete all road repairs within a week.

Voters in the Jubilee Hills Assembly bye-election on November 11 can vote using any of 12 valid photo ID proofs, including Aadhaar, PAN, passport, and driving licence, the District Election Commissioner said, ensuring no eligible voter is left out.

A 35-year-old man was allegedly beaten to death by his co-worker at a brick and cement unit in Ghatkesar, Hyderabad, after being accused of stealing a mobile phone. Police later altered the case from suspicious death to murder.

In the BCCI Senior Women's T-20 Championship, Hyderabad suffered a 48-run loss to Tripura, while in the Vinoo Mankad Trophy, Karnataka defeated Hyderabad by 28 runs in the first round. Hyderabad's batting faltered in both matches, leaving them with tough losses

The 233rd Brilliant Trophy chess tournament, organised by Brilliant Chess Academy, will take place on October 11 and 12 at Brilliant Grammar High School in Hyderabad. The event offers Rs 10,000 in prize money. Players must register by 1 pm on October 11

The Tennis Premier League (TPL) Season 7 player auction saw fierce bidding wars, with Sriram Balaji and Rithvik Bollipalli securing the highest bids. Top tennis talents like Shrivalli Bhamidipaty, Carole Monnet, and others were also acquired by franchises

Chennai Blitz triumphed 3-2 over Goa Guardians in a thrilling RR Kabel Prime Volleyball League match at Gachibowli Indoor Stadium. Jerome Vinith’s efforts and key plays from Luiz Felipe Perotto helped Blitz clinch the victory in a nail-biting finish

Over 1.5 lakh participants, including 10,000 Navodaya students, are expected to join the Quambiant Global Cancer Awareness Run organized by Grace Cancer Foundation on Sunday at Gachibowli Stadium, Hyderabad. The event will raise funds for one lakh free cancer screenings

A 20-year-old degree student, Moulika, from Lalaguda, Hyderabad, allegedly died by suicide after facing harassment from a youth identified as Ambaji Naik. Police have registered a case based on her family’s complaint and are investigating the incident

The family of 29-year-old software engineer Gadey Yugender, declared brain dead after a road accident in Uppal, donated his liver, kidneys, and corneas under the State-run Jeevandan initiative, saving five lives in accordance with organ donation guidelines

The first EVM randomisation for the Jubilee Hills Assembly constituency bye-election was conducted at Victoria Play Ground, Chaderghat. District Election Officer also inaugurated the MCC control room to monitor violations during the upcoming bypoll