Hyderabad

Family members of candidates have joined the Jubilee Hills by-election campaign, adding a personal touch. Daughters of BRS candidate Maganti Sunitha and wife of Congress nominee Naveen Yadav actively canvassed across Yousufguda and Venkatagiri, connecting emotionally with voters

Three men were arrested for killing auto driver Roshan Kumar Singh in Jagadgirigutta, Hyderabad. Police said the prime accused Bala Showreddy had a rivalry with Roshan. Bala and his aides stabbed Roshan, who later died during treatment. All three were remanded

Singer and dubbing artist Chinmayi Sripada appealed to Hyderabad Police Commissioner V C Sajjanar after facing abusive and derogatory comments during an X Space discussion. Following her complaint, the Cybercrime Unit was directed to initiate an inquiry into the incident

Chief Electoral Officer C Sudarshan Reddy said minor errors in voter ID cards would not affect voter identity verification. He clarified that EPICs from other constituencies are valid and urged voters to carry approved photo IDs while voting on November 11

The South Central Railway has announced a one-way special train from Nanded to Charlapalli on November 7 to ease passenger congestion. The service will include multiple coach classes, officials said.

Congress MP Imran Pratapgarhi criticised AIMIM chief Asaduddin Owaisi for what he termed opportunistic politics. Drawing parallels between Bihar’s Bahadurgunj and Hyderabad’s Jubilee Hills bypolls, he accused Owaisi of double standards for supporting Congress in Telangana while opposing it in Bihar

The BRS accused Congress of exploiting N.T. Rama Rao’s legacy for political mileage in the Jubilee Hills byelection, stressing that K. Chandrashekhar Rao had genuinely honoured NTR through developmental initiatives, including a 60-foot statue in Khammam.

The indefinite strike by private professional colleges in Telangana demanding fee reimbursement dues entered its fourth day, with 2,000 institutions remaining shut. FATHI has demanded Rs 5,000 crore be released immediately and warned of mass protests if dues remain unpaid

A 25-year-old mother in Hyderabad died by suicide after years of battling myrmecophobia, an intense fear of ants. Her note asked her husband to care for their child. The case highlights the urgent need for mental health awareness and support.

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The Telangana State Cotton Association deferred its indefinite bandh after assurances from State and Central officials, but key issues over CCI’s new procurement rules remain unresolved. Ginning units and farmers continue to express discontent amid ongoing talks for resolution.

BRS leaders alleged that Hyderabad police, acting at the behest of the ruling Congress and AIMIM, harassed party workers and raided the home of advocate Maulvi Wahed in Tolichowki. They also accused the Congress of coercing BRS leaders to defect.

A 28-year-old mobile phone technician from Kalapather died under suspicious circumstances in a flat at Shivrampally, Rajendranagar, while his girlfriend from Kurnool remains critical after allegedly consuming drugs. Police suspect a drug overdose and have launched an investigation.

A man in Medak district was caught with a toy gun while allegedly trying to threaten a rival farmer during a land dispute. Police seized the dummy weapon and said the case is under investigation.

A 55-year-old man in Mancherial district was burnt alive after falling asleep while smoking a beedi. The fire spread from his wooden cot, killing him instantly. Police said the victim was inebriated at the time.

BRS district president Rega Kantha Rao urged officials to probe the alleged harassment of a woman excise constable in Kothagudem. He assured support to the staff and called for impartial action to prevent similar incidents.

A man in Nirmal district, along with his brother, killed his alcoholic son with a stick and surrendered to police. The accused said they were fed up with the victim’s behaviour and constant harassment.

Telangana Agriculture Minister Thummala Nageswara Rao has urged the Centre and the CMs of both Telugu States to demerge five Telangana villages merged with Andhra Pradesh in 2014, citing administrative, developmental, and law and order challenges.

Following the Chevella bus accident, residents of Medak have raised concerns over overloaded gravel trucks operating without regulation. With over 2,000 trucks on the move daily, authorities are being urged to enforce safety and curb road damage.

An RTC bus carrying 20 passengers veered onto a road divider and struck a pole near Muthangi in Patancheru mandal. Fortunately, no injuries were reported.

India-born Democrat Ghazala Hashmi has been elected as Virginia’s Lieutenant Governor, becoming the first Muslim and South Asian American to hold the post. Born in Hyderabad in 1964, Hashmi was four years old when she emigrated to the US

Rahul Karthikeya fifer helps Team Yellow beat Team Green

Some of the impressive performances came from Vihaan Chowdavaram, who was adjudged ‘best athlete’ in the boys under-14 category, winning three gold in the 100m, 200m, and 80m and a silver in the 4x400m relay

The VJA will host a special book release on Sunday at Hyderabad’s Press Club, unveiling ‘Appudu–Ippudu’ by Ganduri Krishna and ‘Anubhavalu–Gnapakalu’, celebrating senior journalists’ experiences. Former Vice-President Venkaiah Naidu will be the chief guest