Hyderabad

Begum Bazar, Telangana’s largest commodities hub, is reeling under heavy traffic congestion as road repair works continue. Traders and commuters face daily inconvenience, urging GHMC to complete the project quickly in the city’s historic 400-year-old marketplace

BITS Pilani signs five strategic MoUs with top European institutions, including CentraleSupélec, Dresden TU, Groningen, KU Leuven, and Ilmenau. These partnerships promote international curricula, student and faculty mobility, and joint research, enriching academic experience and global exposure

Vote counting for the Jubilee Hills by-election begins at 8 AM at Kotla Vijaya Bhaskara Indoor Stadium. Postal ballots will be counted first, followed by EVMs. Section 144 imposed; 186 staff deployed, with updates via LED screens and ECI app

BRS MLC Dasoju Sravan demanded that the Speaker withdraw the bulletin restricting entry into the Assembly during disqualification hearings. He alleged that the move curbs transparency and accused CM Revanth Reddy of driving Telangana into a financial crisis through mismanagement and heavy debt.

BRS MLC Dasoju Sravan accused the Congress government of large-scale rigging and code violations in the Jubilee Hills bypoll. He alleged that police acted under Congress control, AIMIM leaders ran illegal camps, and open bribery occurred under the Chief Minister’s banner.

A fire broke out at a plastic segregation and granule-making unit in Balapur, Hyderabad, on Wednesday night, destroying property worth several lakh rupees. Two people were rescued by locals, and firefighters brought the blaze under control.

Neredmet police raided a massage centre in Defence Colony, Hyderabad, on Wednesday night following reports of illegal activities. Two managers were arrested for allegedly employing women masseurs to lure men and encourage cross massage practices.

Reddy will return to the squad for the second Test post the conclusion of the 'A' series

The league will feature Men’s and Women’s 5x5 divisions, with Woxsen University as the official host, where the marquee matches will be held, while select rounds will take place at partner colleges across Telangana

Hyd Bottling loses to SCRSA; Jagadeesh hits half century

Water supply in several parts of Hyderabad will remain disrupted until November 13 evening due to a major leak in the Krishna Phase-II pumping main pipeline. The Hyderabad Metropolitan Water Supply and Sewerage Board (HMWSSB) said the leak occurred following a power outage at the Kodandapur Water Treatment Plant.

Chief Minister Revanth Reddy left for Delhi on his 56th trip since taking office, officially to attend a USISPF meet but also to meet party leaders amid talk of a Cabinet reshuffle and pending organisational decisions

The Telangana High Court refused to hear a PIL on Godavari river pollution, ruling that the issue falls under the jurisdiction of the National Green Tribunal. The Court directed the petitioner, a law student, to approach the NGT for appropriate relief

Exit polls conducted by KK Surveys and Strategies indicate that the Bharat Rashtra Samithi (BRS) is poised to retain the Jubilee Hills constituency, a bastion it has held for over a decade. The survey shows BRS leading with 49 per cent vote share, ahead of Congress at 41 per cent and BJP at 8 per cent.

High Court posting the matter to January 2026

The Telangana SSC Public Examinations 2026 are expected to begin on March 18, following the conclusion of intermediate exams. The Education department has sent the timetable for government approval.

After nearly four decades, students’ union elections are likely to return to Telangana’s State universities from the next academic year. The Telangana Education Commission has proposed the move in its draft education policy, citing the need to streamline student representation and reduce campus unrest caused by multiple organisations. Elections were banned in 1988 following violent incidents.

After a month-long campaign, candidates in the Jubilee Hills bypoll have taken a break ahead of Friday’s counting. BRS, BJP and Congress contenders, along with Independents, had engaged in extensive canvassing across the constituency. With turnout at 48 percent, the three main candidates are analysing its impact while expressing gratitude to voters.

The Gujarat Anti-Terrorism Squad (ATS), with Telangana police support, searched the Hyderabad home of Dr Ahmed Mohiuddin Sayeed, arrested last week along with two others for allegedly plotting terror activities. Police claim Mohiuddin was preparing ricin and had links to ISKP via Telegram.

Actor Prakash Raj appeared before the CID in Hyderabad for questioning over his alleged role in promoting online betting and gambling apps. The investigation, involving several celebrities, was recently transferred to the CID. Vijay Deverakonda was questioned earlier

A violent clash between two rowdy-sheeters inside Chanchalguda Central Prison, Hyderabad, left one inmate seriously injured on Wednesday. The fight, which broke out in the Mulaqat Room, damaged glass panels and prompted police to declare a high alert in and around the jail.

Hyderabad Police have deployed armed personnel and Quick Response Teams to secure EVMs stored at Kotla Vijay Bhaskar Reddy Stadium for Jubilee Hills by-polls. Multi-layered barricades, CCTV surveillance, and restricted access ensure EVM safety ahead of counting on November 14

Deputy Chief Minister Mallu Bhatti Vikramarka directed the Finance Department to release Rs 163 crore towards pending dues of SC and Minority Gurukuls, including diet, rent, and midday meal bills. He also called for regular inspections to ensure food quality and hygiene

Tata AIG has launched CyberEdge, a cyber insurance solution for businesses and individuals in Telangana and Andhra Pradesh. The policy covers data breaches, ransomware, and financial losses while offering 24/7 legal, forensic, and crisis management support.