Hyderabad

Will the Secunderabad–New Delhi route be included? How much time will the sleeper version save compared to Rajdhani and Duronto trains? And why does this train matter so much for Hyderabad passengers?

Hyderabad Police arrested a 29-year-old man at Khilwath in Hussainialam for illegally possessing a country-made pistol during a checking drive. Police said the weapon was procured from Madhya Pradesh, while two other suspects involved in the supply are absconding

Medchal Special Operations Team police arrested eight persons for alleged drug peddling during a checking drive at Suchitra Circle in Pet Basheerabad. About 4.5 grams of heroin and cocaine, along with a scooter and mobile phones, were seized.

A Vishaal Deewan will be organised in Secunderabad on January 4 as part of the 359th Prakash Purab celebrations of Sri Guru Gobind Singh Ji, featuring Gurbani Kirtans, spiritual discourses by Ragi Jathas and Guru Ka Langar.

Infrastructure works to ease traffic around KBR Park have resumed after NGT clearance. Proposed under SRDP by the previous BRS government, the GHMC plans to complete flyovers and underpasses in two phases within two years.

A 55-year-old woman from Mauritius underwent successful surgery for a rare pancreatic tumour, insulinoma, at KIMS Hyderabad. Doctors used advanced laparoscopic techniques and intraoperative ultrasound to accurately locate and remove the tumour.

GHMC has made cashless payment mandatory for property tax, trade licence fee and vacant land tax across its jurisdiction. The move follows the merger of 27 Urban Local Bodies and aims to ensure uniform tax collection and promote digital transactions.

Prof. T.P. Radhakrishnan of the University of Hyderabad has been selected for the prestigious DAE–Raja Ramanna Chair, a three-year national programme recognising distinguished contributions to research in chemistry, materials science and related advanced scientific fields.

Anger is rising over India’s drug regulators for failing to issue a public advisory on counterfeit Abhayrab rabies vaccines. Despite alerts from Indian Immunologicals Limited, authorities chose a quiet probe, prompting ethical concerns after global warnings were issued by foreign regulators.

Researchers from Kotha Telangana Charitra Brundam discovered 12 Paleolithic stone tools in Mulugu district. Dating back 40,000 years, the tools include hand axes, scrapers, and cleavers from Bhupathipur village

The Congress government has restricted public access to Srisailam and Jurala reservoir data ahead of an Assembly debate on the Palamuru–Rangareddy project, drawing criticism over transparency and allegations of avoiding scrutiny on irrigation and water management.

Two Indigo flights from Delhi and Mumbai were diverted to Vijayawada’s Gannavaram Airport due to heavy fog in Hyderabad. Each flight carried around 200 passengers, who landed safely, with departures to Hyderabad scheduled after weather clearance

Public outrage is growing over the failure of India’s drug regulators to issue a timely advisory on counterfeit anti-rabies vaccines. Experts say the silence endangered lives, with clarity emerging only after global health agencies issued alerts.

As Indian Railways prepares to launch its first Vande Bharat Sleeper service, speculation is growing over a Secunderabad–New Delhi route. Hyderabad commuters hope the high-speed overnight train will reduce travel time and offer greater comfort.

Hyderabad and several Telangana districts witnessed dense fog over the past two days, reducing visibility to below 50 metres on key highways. The IMD has attributed the conditions to moisture accumulation and warned that foggy weather is likely to persist till January 4.

Hyderabad Police Commissioner V.C. Sajjanar has outlined his New Year resolutions, stressing police fitness, modern policing and public safety. He highlighted the need to tackle cybercrime, adapt to emerging crime trends and maintain a healthy work-life balance.

Several engineering students were injured when a college bus overturned and fell into a roadside ditch in Mondikunta forest area of Kothagudem while travelling from Manugur to Paloncha. One student suffered a fractured hand; police are investigating the incident today

BRS has submiited an adjournment motion in Assembly seeking an immediate discussion on urea shortage in the state

A couple was killed in a road accident in Malakpet area after an RTC bus hit their motorcycle, while police in Hussaini Alam locality seized a country mae weapon in a different incident

The Telangana Cricket Association announced its 12th Annual Domestic Cricket Calendar to prepare state teams for the BCCI 2026–27 season. Covering 32 districts, the calendar focuses on grassroots cricket, transparent selection, and strengthening Telangana’s representation in national tournaments

Vadodara will host the WTT Youth Contender 2026 and WTT Feeder Series 2026 at Sama Indoor Sports Complex from January 2 to 11. Over 300 players from several countries will compete, with top Indian stars leading the challenge

Chief Minister Revanth Reddy avoided answering BRS leader Harish Rao’s questions on key irrigation issues and instead launched political attacks on former CM K Chandrashekhar Rao, even admitting that the Congress government has set aside Palamuru–Rangareddy project

BRS leader Harish Rao launched a blistering attack on Chief Minister A Revanth Reddy, accusing him of spreading misinformation and displaying alarming ignorance on Krishna river water allocations, warning that such misstatements could irreparably harm Telangana’s interests

Rajendranagar police arrested a Bihar native, Surendar, for cultivating ganja in Kismatpur and selling it locally. In a separate Cyberabad case, Mithlesh was caught with heroin and cocaine. Both suspects have been handed over to police for further investigation.