Hyderabad

AIMIM concludes its campaign for Maharashtra’s 29 municipal corporation elections. The party is contesting in 24 corporations, focusing on minority and backward-class strongholds. Buoyed by last year’s 81-seat local election victory, AIMIM hopes for a strong showing on January 15.

Kothur Police have solved the murder of Madhav Biradar (Akash), who was stabbed to death on January 11. Two suspects were arrested; investigations revealed motives linked to a money dispute and personal grudge, and the accused confessed to the crime.

NFHS-5 data show that alcohol consumption in Telangana is much higher than the national average, especially among men. The survey highlights greater usage in rural areas, links with lower education levels, and increased risks of domestic violence.

Mahankali Police are investigating a case in which a woman allegedly cheated over 100 devotees by promising Tirumala darshan and Srivari Seva using fake tickets during the Vaikuntha Ekadashi rush. Police are probing the source of the forged tickets.

A mega job fair will be held in Nampally, Hyderabad, on January 19, offering employment opportunities across multiple sectors. Candidates with SSC qualification can attend free interviews, with some companies also offering work-from-home roles.

Hyderabad Police have warned of a rise in OTP-related cyber frauds, where criminals trick people into sharing passwords or approving fake UPI requests. Citizens have been urged to stay alert and report suspicious activity immediately.

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Hyderabad citizens and commentators criticized CM A Revanth Reddy’s proposal to auto-debit traffic challan fines from bank accounts, citing legal, constitutional, and ethical concerns. Critics highlighted contradictions with past Congress promises of waivers and questioned the fairness of automatic deductions without due process

A lorry overturned near Batasingaram on the Hyderabad–Vijayawada Highway, causing major traffic congestion between Abdullapurmet and Hayathnagar. Police cleared the vehicle with a crane, while festive traffic worsened delays. Details on injuries or damage are yet to be confirmed

The International Kite and Sweet Festival begins at Secunderabad Parade Ground from January 13–15, featuring international and national kite flyers, traditional sweets from across India, and stalls for handicrafts. Hot air balloon and drone festivals follow later in January

Hyderabad pediatrician Dr. Sivaranjani Santosh warned that rabies vaccines must not be injected into the buttocks, as fat prevents proper absorption. Infants require injections in the thigh, adults in the deltoid, and severe bites also need Rabies Immunoglobulin for effective protection

Traffic restrictions and special parking arrangements will be in place in Secunderabad from January 13–15 for the International Kite and Sweet Festival at Parade Grounds. Shuttle services, designated parking, and alternative transport are advised to ease congestion

Farmers in Sangareddy protested the Telangana government’s priorities as water from Singur Dam was assured to beer companies during repair works, while irrigation to over 65,000 acres was halted. Farmers demand compensation or clarity as protests intensify

Two people were injured in separate incidents involving banned Chinese manja in Hyderabad. A 70-year-old woman suffered a severe leg injury in Meerpet, while a police officer sustained a neck injury in Uppal. Both were hospitalised and are stable 

A car went berserk and hit a stationary truck in Attapur leading to a traffic jam for sometime in Hyderabad

A US federal court ordered immigration authorities to facilitate the return of an Indian national deported in violation of a court stay, ruling the removal unlawful and a breach of due process and judicial authority.

Fire broke out in a plastic recycling unit in Katedan on Hyderabad outskirts. Thick plumes of smoke are emanating leading to palpable tension

A rare Himalayan vulture was rescued in a dehydrated and exhausted state from a Singapore highway and is undergoing rehabilitation. Wildlife experts hope to release the near-threatened migratory bird once it fully recovers.

Traffic movement near Madhapur’s Cyber Gate has been affected due to a road cave-in, causing congestion on the stretch from IKEA towards Cyber Towers and JNTU. Police have put diversions in place during restoration work

DRDO has successfully flight-tested the indigenous third-generation Fire-and-Forget Man Portable Anti-Tank Guided Missile with top-attack capability, marking a key milestone towards its induction into the Indian Army and strengthening India’s defence self-reliance

IIIT-Hyderabad researchers are developing an automated system to detect bugs in AI-generated and concurrent software code. The project focuses on ensuring “correctness by construction” and aims to identify errors early using advanced testing techniques

Senior Congress leader Thakkalapally Ravinder Rao from Narsampet joined the BRS, citing dissatisfaction with the Congress government’s policies and lack of direction, and praising former Chief Minister K Chandrashekhar Rao’s developmental initiatives

School Education Department has announced that Class X pre-final examinations will be conducted from February 17 to 24, with officials directed to ensure prompt evaluation and special focus on improving performance of academically weak students

Medchal Urban defeated Ranga Reddy by five wickets in the Telangana Gold Cup cricket tournament, with V Kalyan scoring 75 and S Praneeth Reddy adding 70. Cyberabad also registered a convincing win, beating Vikarabad by 87 runs thanks to Narayanashetty Tejesh’s 75