Hyderabad

Telangana’s once-rapid industrial growth has slowed sharply over the past two years, with stalled projects, declining TG-iPASS approvals, investment drops and policy uncertainty. Questions are also rising over land conversion plans, withheld IT export data and the status of Davos-announced investments

The IMD has issued an Orange Alert for seven Telangana districts as minimum temperatures are expected to fall by 3 to 4 degree Celsius over the next two days. Hyderabad may record 11 to 15°C, while several northern districts have already seen single-digit temperatures.

A 37-year-old man admitted to Gandhi Hospital after consuming pesticide due to financial debts died by suicide by jumping from a third-floor window early on Monday. Hospital staff tried to revive him, but he died. Chilkalguda police have begun investigation.

St Francis Girls’ High School, Secunderabad, is celebrating its 175th anniversary with a Gratitude Day on Tuesday and an Annual Day on Thursday. The events include a Holy Mass led by Cardinal Poola Anthony and performances in the presence of Governor Jishnu Dev Varma

Hundreds of Telangana PG medical aspirants have approached the High Court, expressing frustration over the State government’s delay in challenging the interim stay on 85 per cent local reservation in the PG Medical Management Quota. They say the delay is affecting ongoing counselling

The Task Force (North) and Karkhana Police arrested five members of a Nepali dacoity gang that robbed Capt D K Giri at Gunrock Enclave. Gold, cash and valuables worth Rs 10 lakh were recovered, while eight accused remain absconding.

A 16 year old intermediate student was murdered at her house in Warasiguda on Monday. Police suspect the attacker was known to her. She died on the spot due to heavy bleeding. Police have started investigation and further details are awaited

A realtor was shot and stabbed to death in Saket Colony under Jawaharnagar Police limits on Monday. Police suspect previous enmity over a financial issue. A special team has begun investigation to identify the assailants, and further details are awaited.

Restoration of the heritage Sardar Mahal near Charminar is in its final stages and is expected to be completed by April next year. The building will feature an art gallery, cafe and heritage accommodation, turning it into a new tourist attraction in the Old City

Sangareddy: Valki Raju, a sarpanch contestant for Pippadpally, was found dead under suspicious circumstances near the farmhouse of Congress mandal president Balaji Narasimhulu. Police have registered a case, shifted the body for postmortem, and launched an investigation.

With Tennis Premier League Season 7 beginning in Ahmedabad on December 9, defending champions Hyderabad Strikers look to retain their crown with Pedro Martinez, Carole Monnet and Vishnu Vardhan. Eight teams will battle in TPL’s fast-paced, 100-point format through December 14.

Nurses at NIMS launched a daily one-hour black-badge protest from Monday, alleging that the management has failed to address long-pending welfare issues. The union sought action on medical service access for families, filling vacancies, EL encashment, cadre review and pay revisions.

Mumbai Smashers completed a stunning turnaround to defeat Hyderabad Royals 5-1 in the Indian Pickleball League final in Delhi. The Times Group–backed, IPA-sanctioned league saw Mumbai rise from sixth place to champions, capping their run in front of dignitaries and fans.

Two persons, including a bike taxi rider, were killed on the spot when a speeding lorry rammed their motorcycle near Jyothi Milk Industry in Suraram on Monday. The Suraram police registered a case, shifted the bodies for autopsy and launched a search for the absconding driver.

Freezing conditions persisted across the erstwhile Adilabad district on Monday, with Arli (T) in Bheempur mandal recording 7.9°C and Ginnedhari in Tiryani mandal logging 8.2°C. Dense fog affected movement on NH-44, while residents stayed indoors and farmers halted fieldwork.

A migrant tigress that entered the Kawal Tiger Reserve core in late November has now moved into Khanapur division in Nirmal district. Forest officials are tracking her movement through Dasturabad and Kaddampeddur ranges while sensitising villagers and ensuring safe passage for the big cat.

Hyderabad’s Rajiv Gandhi International Airport faced significant disruptions on Monday as IndiGo cancelled 112 flights, including 54 departures and 58 arrivals. Passengers were advised to check flight status, contact customer support, and make alternative travel arrangements amid ongoing operational issues.

Mittapalli Rithvika continued her strong run, winning a silver in the 50m breaststroke and a bronze in the 100m breaststroke at the 28th Speedo Invitational Short Course Championship in Dubai. Telangana Swimming Association officials lauded her impressive international showing.

A realtor identified as Ratnam was brutally murdered in Hyderabad’s Saket Colony on Monday. Unidentified assailants allegedly opened fire and then attacked him with knives. Police suspect financial enmity and have formed special teams to trace the killers. Investigation is underway.

Hyderabad and several Telangana districts witnessed severe cold-wave like conditions as minimum temperatures dropped to single digits, with Hyderabad recording 8.4°C. Many districts saw temperatures between 6°C and 10°C. IMD forecasts colder nights over the next two to three days across isolated pockets.

Three Hyderabad-bound flights—IndiGo, Lufthansa and British Airways—received bomb threat emails on Sunday, prompting heightened security at RGIA. All aircraft landed safely, passengers were evacuated, and Bomb Squad teams conducted checks. The threats were later declared a hoax as police probe the source.

An 18-year-old first-year B.Tech student from Srinidhi College died after a speeding motorcycle skidded in Medipally on Sunday. The victim, Hasini, was travelling with her friend Akshay, who sustained serious injuries. Police said the bike was being ridden at high speed.

Two youths died after their car hit a road divider at Lalapet, Secunderabad, on Sunday morning. They were travelling with two friends to Tarnaka to play cricket when poor visibility due to fog led to the accident.

Three athletes from Telangana — B Akira Nandan, G Shirisha and Srinikesh — have been selected to represent India in the Para Youth Asian Games starting tomorrow in Dubai. The announcement was made by G Prasanth, president of Para Sports Association of Telangana