Hyderabad

A pre-election survey by KK Surveys and Strategies reveals BRS candidate Maganti Sunitha leading the race in Jubilee Hills with a projected 55.2% vote share. The Congress trails at 37.8%, while BJP remains a distant third. The survey highlights BRS dominance in most divisions, with Congress gaining ground in Vengalraonagar and Rehmat Nagar.

As the Jubilee Hills bypoll nears, voters have voiced strong dissatisfaction with the Congress party’s failure to deliver on six key guarantees promised during the assembly elections. Unemployed youth and pensioners are particularly vocal, citing delays in job notifications and welfare schemes.

A threat email claiming a “human bomb” on an IndiGo flight from Jeddah to Hyderabad prompted authorities to divert the aircraft to Mumbai. The plane landed safely, and thorough security checks revealed no threat. Police have launched an investigation

BJP MLAs have filed a formal complaint with the Chief Electoral Officer against Telangana Chief Minister A Revanth Reddy, accusing him of intimidating voters in Jubilee Hills by threatening to withdraw welfare schemes. They also criticised his remarks on a Pakistan attack, calling them inflammatory and disrespectful to Indian soldiers.

Private professional colleges across Telangana will shut indefinitely from November 3, demanding clearance of fee reimbursement arrears. The Federation of Associations of Telangana Higher Institutions (FATHI) has called for a protest with one lakh staff on November 6

BRS leader and former minister Satyavathi Rathod criticised Chief Minister Revanth Reddy for failing to ensure women's safety in Telangana, citing a recent assault in Jubilee Hills as evidence of deteriorating law and order. She praised initiatives under the previous BRS regime, including 'She Teams' and CCTV surveillance.

Lionel Messi’s ‘GOAT Tour to India 2025’ has added Hyderabad after the cancellation of Argentina’s proposed Kerala match. The tour will now cover Kolkata, Hyderabad, Mumbai and New Delhi, featuring matches, concerts, and fan events across four cities

The Hyderabad Cybercrime Police arrested a pan masala dealer from Ghaziabad for allegedly duping a city resident of Rs 6.45 lakh in an insurance renewal scam. The accused, linked to similar cases nationwide, arranged mule accounts to route fraudulent funds

BRS leaders launched a sharp critique of Chief Minister Revanth Reddy, accusing him of misleading voters with inflated development claims in the Cantonment area. They highlighted unfulfilled promises, questioned the Congress’s welfare narrative, and demanded a public debate in Jubilee Hills.

Hyderabad North Zone Police recovered 118 lost or stolen mobile phones using the CEIR portal. A total of 111 complainants collected their devices at an event. DCP Rashmi Perumal praised the proactive efforts of crime teams in tracing and restoring the phones

The Hyderabad Police have issued an advisory warning citizens against ‘digital arrest’ scams. Fraudsters posing as police or government officials extort money by threatening victims with fake cases. Officials urged the public to stay alert and report such incidents immediately.

IDBI Bank organised a walkathon around LB Stadium in Hyderabad to commemorate Vigilance Awareness Week. The initiative aimed to foster awareness about anti-corruption practices and the importance of vigilance among staff, customers and the public.

Dr M Raghavendra Rao, a distinguished scientist with extensive experience in missile propulsion technologies, has been appointed Director of the Advanced Systems Laboratory (ASL), Hyderabad. ASL plays a pivotal role in India’s missile development programmes.

AIMIM president Asaduddin Owaisi and senior leaders are campaigning in Bihar after alliance talks failed with the RJD–Congress Mahagathbandhan. The party is contesting 25 seats, focusing on Muslim-majority constituencies, and attacking both the Mahagathbandhan and BJP in rallies

AIMIM leaders have begun campaigning for Congress candidate Naveen Yadav in the Jubilee Hills by-election. Led by MLC Mirza Rahmath Baig, AIMIM cadres are reaching out to voters in Erragadda and Shaikpet, following Asaduddin Owaisi’s call to back Congress

The ISSO Athletics Championship 2025–26, hosted by Indus International School, Hyderabad, concluded after three days of thrilling competition at Gachibowli Stadium. Over 800 student-athletes from 90 schools across India participated, showcasing talent, teamwork, and sportsmanship

A 75-year-old man from Hyderabad lost Rs 1.68 crore to cyber fraudsters who duped him through a fake trading website promising high returns. After repeated transfers, he realised the scam when he was unable to withdraw his “profits"

The Hyderabad Metro Rail has revised its schedule, with the last train now departing at 11 pm from November 3. Services will run from 6 am to 11 pm daily, affecting late-night commuters and those returning from work or shopping.

A mega job fair will be held on November 4 at Kings Palace, Mehdipatnam, from 7 am to 1 pm. Organised by engineer Mannan Khan, the event will feature several companies from multiple sectors, including IT, pharma, and education

Distinguished scientist Ankathi Raju has been appointed Director of the Defence Research and Development Laboratory (DRDL) in Hyderabad. With over three decades of experience in missile propulsion systems, Raju has played a pivotal role in several key defence projects, including Prithvi, Agni, and Mission Shakti.

The Telangana intermediate English practical exams on January 21 and 22 clash with JEE Main 2026 dates. The Board assured alternative arrangements for affected students. Meanwhile, the State government revised intermediate exam fees, introducing a new Rs 100 English practical fee

The Elite Action Group for Drug Law Enforcement raided a pub at Jubilee Hills and caught three persons who had consumed drugs. In another case, the team arrested two peddlers with MDMA, cocaine, hydroponic ganja, and LSD procured from Kerala

A 51-year-old GHMC sweeper was sexually assaulted by a drunk watchman early Saturday near Erragadda foot over bridge in Hyderabad. The woman reported the incident to police, who quickly arrested the accused. Investigation is currently in progress

BRS working president K. T. Rama Rao said a win in the Jubilee Hills bypoll would signal the party’s resurgence across Telangana, as he slammed CM Revanth Reddy for failed promises and defended Maganti Sunitha’s candidature as a symbol of resilience.