Hyderabad

The bus had halted at Bidar Cross Road for a student to get down when the driver spotted smoke from the engine

Prerna-2025, organised by IITH’s Rural Development Centre and Prayas, brought over 500 rural students, parents, and teachers to the campus for motivational sessions, laboratory tours, and discussions on lifelong learning aimed at strengthening educational aspirations and community empowerment

A TRAI assessment in and around Sangareddy found notable call silence levels across all major telecom operators. The drive test also evaluated call setup success, drop rates, voice quality and data speeds, revealing significant performance variations among Jio, Airtel, Vodafone and BSNL.

The Telangana Institute of Medical Sciences (TIMS) project, aimed at providing affordable super-speciality care and medical education, is significantly delayed. Four hospitals in Hyderabad remain incomplete, forcing poor and middle-class families to rely on costly corporate or limited government facilities

A container lorry travelling from New Delhi to Bengaluru skidded off an NH-44 bridge across the Haldi Vagu near Toopran. The driver and his assistant survived with minor injuries. Police registered a case, and both were shifted to the Toopran government hospital

A new Telugu wildlife documentary, Indian Fox – Fighting Habitat Loss, captures the life of an Indian fox in the Ramnathgudpalle Grassland, highlighting its struggles, behaviour, and the growing threats to the ecosystem. The film also stresses the need for urgent conservation efforts

Hyderabad Cybercrime Police warn of a surge in OTP-based frauds using fake calls, phishing links, SIM swaps, and UPI scams. Citizens are urged not to share OTPs, enable security features, and report suspicious activity to helpline 1930

Police Commissioner V C Sajjanar carried out a surprise midnight patrol in Tolichowki and Langer Houz, visiting rowdy-sheeters, checking late-night businesses, reviewing patrolling readiness, and inspecting the local police station. He warned offenders and stressed stronger night policing and accountability

An Andhra Pradesh Armed Reserve constable, Govardhan Reddy, was injured when his rifle accidentally fired while on duty at the Amberpet Police Lines. He was taken to hospital in stable condition and told police it was an accidental misfire, not a suicide attempt

Doctors at Care Hospitals, Malakpet, successfully performed a high-risk laparoscopic gallbladder surgery on a 72-year-old woman with several serious health issues. Early intervention prevented sepsis, and the patient recovered well, walking within a day of the procedure

The Telangana SHRC has ordered Rs 50,000 compensation to a mother whose newborn suffered head injuries when a ceiling fan fell at Gudihathnoor PHC. The inquiry cited poor hospital maintenance and stressed that public hospitals are responsible for patient safety

A 26-year-old cabin crew member alleged that a senior pilot sexually assaulted her at a Bengaluru hotel during an overnight stay on November 18. She lodged a complaint in Hyderabad, where a Zero FIR was filed and transferred to Bengaluru police for investigation

Telangana Medical and Sales Representatives Union (TMSRU) protested at the Karimnagar Collectorate against the Union government’s four new labour codes, demanding the revival of old laws, reinstatement of the Sales Promotion Employees Act 1976, and legitimate working conditions for staff

Battlefield 6 has become EA’s biggest launch ever, selling over 7 million copies and topping global charts. Steam has revived its hardware line with a new console and VR headset, while Nvidia shifts focus heavily toward AI, raising questions among gamers

Even with special police units, illegal spa and massage centres linked to prostitution continue to grow in Hyderabad. Tele-callers lure customers daily, sex workers are employed at many centres, and several operate inside residential apartments, causing discomfort and concern among local families

Hyderabad Police warn that fake Android apps shared through WhatsApp, SMS and social media are stealing personal and banking details. These apps copy official services, capture OTPs and even control phones. People are urged to avoid unknown links and report suspicious activity

BRS working president KT Rama Rao assured GHMC corporators of future posts for their dedicated service. He congratulated them for effective governance, urged preparations for Deeksha Diwas on November 29, and highlighted the historic 2009 hunger strike during Telangana’s formation.

Former Congress MLC T. Jeevan Reddy criticised CM A. Revanth Reddy for promoting defectors while ignoring long-serving party loyalists. He also raised concerns over BRS turncoat MLA Dr. Sanjay, questioning the Chief Minister’s commitment to Congress leaders in Jagtial.

Korutla MLA Dr. K. Sanjay Kumar alleged that CM A. Revanth Reddy’s family aims to convert industrial lands into real estate, claiming a Rs 5 lakh crore scam. He urged the Welfare Minister and the public to question the government on land acquisitions.

The High Court postponed the hearing on local body elections as the Chief Justice was on leave. The State government is prepared to conduct the polls, with reservation details for wards and panchayats ready, ahead of the expected announcement of the election schedule.

A speeding car lost control and rammed into shops near Select Theatre in Macha Bolarum early Monday, leaving the driver seriously injured and triggering panic. Alwal Police suspect drunken driving and have launched an investigation into the incident.

A man was burnt to death after his EcoSport car suddenly caught fire while moving on the Outer Ring Road at Shamirpet on Monday. The vehicle was completely gutted before help arrived. Police are probing technical failure and confirming the victim’s identity.

The Extra Mile Foundation organised the 4th edition of Premiethon – The Hope Run at T-Works, Raidurg, on Sunday, drawing over 2,500 participants. Held to mark World Prematurity Day and World Newborn Week, the event highlighted the urgent need to strengthen neonatal care for premature babies.

The BRS has announced a crucial meeting of its BC leaders at Telangana Bhavan to decide the party’s future course of action over the Congress government’s failure to implement its promise of 42 per cent reservation for Backward Classes. Former Minister Talasani Srinivas Yadav accused the Congress of deceiving BCs by failing to conduct a proper caste census.