Hyderabad

As many as 58 candidates, including 22 non-locals from across Telangana, are contesting the Jubilee Hills bypoll. Their agendas range from unemployment and SC classification to public welfare, highlighting the constituency’s diverse and politically vibrant character.

In a setback for the Congress ahead of the Jubilee Hills bypoll, Hyderabad police bound over party candidate Naveen Yadav’s father, Chinna Srisailam Yadav, and uncle, both rowdy sheeters. The preventive action has sparked fresh political controversy in the constituency.

Tension gripped Hyderabad’s Mudfort area after a man named Prudhvi died under suspicious circumstances while consuming liquor at a local wine shop. His family and locals staged a protest demanding a detailed inquiry. Police have begun an investigation.

Two associates of rowdy-sheeter and robber Umar Ansari were arrested by Hyderabad police after being on the run for three days. The gang was involved in several mobile-snatching incidents across the city, including one that injured a DCP and his security officer.

The Telangana United Christians and Pastors Association (TUCPA) urged DGP B Shivadhar Reddy to act against online platforms spreading religious discord, protect churches and Christian minorities, and ensure safety for upcoming Christmas events while seeking action against groups disturbing communal harmony

ASIFA India celebrated International Animation Day 2025 at Ravindra Bharathi, Hyderabad, with over 1,100 attendees. The event featured sessions by leading industry experts on AI, VFX, storytelling, and major projects like Mahavatar Narsimha and Kalki 2898 AD

A mega blood donation drive was held across Hyderabad, with 10 camps organised by the city police. DGP B Shivadhar Reddy and Commissioner VC Sajjanar urged citizens to donate blood regularly to help accident victims during emergencies. Over 4,000 donated

Following the recent Kurnool bus accident, TGSRTC Managing Director Y Nagi Reddy inspected buses at the Miyapur-1 Depot to review safety protocols. He stressed driver awareness, emergency preparedness, and ensuring all buses are equipped with fire safety systems and emergency tools

After a tragic accident in Kurnool caused by a drunk rider killed 20 people, Hyderabad Police Commissioner VC Sajjanar announced intensified citywide drunken driving checks. Sajjanar warned that offenders will face strict legal action as part of new safety measures

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The Nehru Zoological Park inmates have perfectly curated, planned meals, keeping them strong and healthy just like in the wild, every day. From lions, tigers, reptiles, primates, to birds, each animal and bird species has their own menu tailored to match their daily dietary needs and satisfy their hunger

KLH Aziz Nagar, in collaboration with Google Developer Groups, held a workshop titled ‘Build with AI using Google Cloud’. Students and faculty learned hands-on about Google Gemini, MCP, RAG, and IDC frameworks to build scalable, intelligent AI applications

National Law University students across India have urged the CLAT Consortium to reduce application and counselling fees, calling them unaffordable. Despite repeated representations since November 2024, the Consortium has not responded. Students seek need-based waivers and transparent consultation

Hyderabad Police have bound over more than 100 persons, including Congress candidate Naveen Yadav’s father Chinna Srisailam Yadav, ahead of the Jubilee Hills bye-election. The move follows Election Commission directions to maintain peace and prevent law and order issues.

A 26-year-old man named V Madhu from Wanaparthy, working as a labourer in Shamshabad, died by suicide after a woman he loved refused to marry him. He was found hanging in a shed. RGIA police are investigating the case

Cyberabad Police arrested four men in Hyderabad for conducting a fake “Cash Barish” ritual and scamming victims. The gang collected money, drugged their targets, and escaped with cash; main conspirator Guru Kayyoom remains absconding.

KT Rama Rao accused Congress, especially Rahul Gandhi, of betraying Telangana’s auto drivers by failing welfare promises. BRS highlights worsening distress among drivers and demands action on financial support and the promised welfare board, intensifying campaign tensions in Hyderabad

Rama Rao addressed a gathering of auto drivers, promising to fight for their rights and expose the government’s betrayal. “Rahul Gandhi rode in Mashrat Ali’s auto promising change. Today, that same man struggles to feed his family. This is the real face of Congress governance," he said, demanding immediate implementation of the promised Auto Drivers’ Welfare Board and financial aid.

Police arrested BRS leaders Eashwar and Chander along with many BRS workers, when they tried to protest at the Ambedkar statue in Hyderabad.

In Sangareddy, K. Vamsidhar Reddy struck gold by bagging three liquor shop licences in Patancheru after filing over 100 applications along with two friends. The trio’s collective effort paid off as all three allotted outlets fell under Reddy’s name.

BRS working president K.T. Rama Rao helped repatriate Balasani Gouraiah, a Gulf migrant from Baswapur, Sircilla, who was stranded in Muscat after being deceived by an agent. Acting on his video appeal, KTR sought the Indian Embassy’s intervention, ensuring Gouraiah’s safe return home.

The BRS has urged the Telangana State Women’s Commission to act against Ministers allegedly summoning women officers for late-night reviews. Led by V. Sunitha Lakshma Reddy, the BRS delegation accused the Congress government of endangering women’s dignity and creating a hostile work culture.

Tollywood actor and former Union Minister Chiranjeevi has lodged a police complaint against websites circulating AI-generated pornographic deepfake videos using his name and image. Hyderabad cybercrime police have registered a case under IT Act and BNS sections and initiated an investigation.

BRS leader T. Harish Rao warned Rahul Gandhi against visiting Hyderabad unless the government clears Rs 24,000 dues per auto driver, threatening statewide protests. He accused the Revanth Reddy administration of neglect and demanded ex-gratia for deceased drivers and immediate payment of outstanding aid.