Hyderabad

Tolichowki police solved the murder of 23-year-old auto driver Mohd Irfan within 24 hours, arresting main suspect Shaik Bilal and two women. The attack stemmed from a dispute over alleged rumours. A fourth accused is still absconding.

Kaveri University received the Telangana Best University Award at the Pride of Nation Awards 2025 in New Delhi. The university was recognised for excellence in academics, nation-building, youth empowerment, leadership, and community service.

BRS working president KT Rama Rao expressed grief over the death of Vellalacheruvu Sambasiva Rao, father of TV9 Telugu Managing Editor V Rajinikanth. He extended condolences to the family and recalled Sambasiva Rao’s long association with trade unions

Telangana government has directed officials to complete the takeover of Hyderabad Metro Rail from L&T by the end of this financial year. Chief Secretary K Ramakrishna Rao emphasised a smooth transfer, with L&T cooperation and a 100-day action plan.

ETS hosted the TOEFL Experience Days in Hyderabad, offering educators and partners a preview of the enhanced TOEFL iBT set to launch on 21 January 2026. Participants explored the updated format, fairness principles, and preparation strategies.

Osmania University’s CBCS has released Flora of Osmania University, documenting 839 plant species across the campus. The book highlights biodiversity, native and introduced species, and aims to raise awareness for conservation and sustainable campus management.

A suspected Hyderabad connection has emerged in the Sydney Hanukkah mass shooting that killed 15 people. Australian authorities have declared it a terrorist attack, while Telangana Police say there is no evidence linking the accused’s radicalisation to India.

ACB officials arrested an Osmania University deputy executive engineer for allegedly accepting an Rs 11,000 bribe to clear renovation bills worth Rs 7.37 lakh. The official received part of the bribe online and the rest in cash before being trapped by ACB officials

Hyderabad Cybercrime Police arrested two men from Mumbai for cheating a woman of ₹23.48 lakh through a fake online investment scheme. The accused lured her via a WhatsApp group and used a fraudulent trading app to steal the money.

A special court has sentenced Mohd. Yaseen to 20 years of rigorous imprisonment for sexually assaulting a minor girl in Bolarum in 2018. The court also imposed a fine and ordered compensation for the victim.

North Zone Police solved two theft cases on Tuesday, arresting three people and recovering gold and silver ornaments worth Rs 31 lakh. In both cases, maid servants were found to be involved, police said.

HETC Foods has launched Navdhan, a new brand of scientifically processed sprouted millet powders. Designed for easy digestion and convenience, the products are available in Telangana and Andhra Pradesh and will soon expand across India.

The Telangana government has approached the Supreme Court challenging Andhra Pradesh’s Polavaram–Nallamala Sagar Link Project, alleging violations of water-sharing laws and lack of clearances. The case could affect interstate river management and national river-linking plans.

Women PG students of Veeranari Chakali Ilamma Women’s University protested on campus, alleging harassment by a hostel mess-in-charge. Following a complaint to Hyderabad She Teams, the university reportedly suspended the accused pending inquiry.

With exams scheduled from January 3, teachers are juggling regular classroom work, while simultaneously preparing for the TET. Overall, the School Education department received 2,37,754 applications, with 85,538 for Paper-I and 1,52,216 for Paper-II, including applications from other than in-service teachers

Hyderabad Police Commissioner VC Sajjanar condemned the neglect and abandonment of elderly parents, stressing it is unacceptable. He warned of strict legal action against offenders and assured senior citizens that police support, protection, and justice are readily available

Mahindra University and nonprofit Goonj have partnered to promote community development and environmental sustainability. A material donation centre will be set up on campus, enabling students and staff to contribute items for Goonj’s initiatives addressing disaster relief and social development

TG BIE will implement a jumbling system for intermediate practical exams from February 2, 2026, allotting students to different colleges. Exams will be monitored via CCTV, ensuring fairness, with special provisions for JEE Main candidates

GHMC commissioner RV Karnan stated a five-member committee will review 3,002 zone-wise objections and suggestions on the delimitation of 300 wards. Citizens can submit inputs, while opposition parties raised concerns over infrastructure, ward boundaries, and alleged political bias

Secunderabad Cantonment Board is identifying sites to shift centre median hoardings obstructing two elevated corridor projects. In coordination with HMDA, hoardings along Paradise Circle, Dairy Farm Road, and other key areas will be relocated, though revenue losses of nearly ₹40 lakh are expected

BRS-backed sarpanch candidates have performed strongly in Adilabad district local body polls, winning 224 villages across two phases. The party secured notable victories in Adilabad, Nirmal, Mancherial, and Kumram Bheem Asifabad districts, consolidating its presence in the region

An argument over the sarpanch election turned violent in Cheruvukommu thanda of Warangal’s Chennaraopet mandal as Congress and BRS workers clashed, leaving several injured. Police registered cases and deployed tight security ahead of polling.

Sarpanch-elect Ambothu Ravi Kumar was allegedly attacked by Congress activists in Anthergaon mandal of Peddapalli district while thanking voters after his victory. Police registered a case and launched an investigation following protests by supporters.

Telangana skaters delivered a dominant performance at the 63rd Senior National Roller Skating Championship in Visakhapatnam, clinching 38 medals including 19 gold, with standout displays across individual, pair and group events, officials said.