Hyderabad

A BRS delegation led by former Deputy Chief Minister Mohammed Mahmood Ali will travel to Saudi Arabia to support the families of the victims of the Madinah bus accident. The visit follows instructions issued by BRS working president KT Rama Rao

In Shamshabad, M Vijay allegedly died by suicide after the death of his pregnant wife, Shravya, and their unborn twins. Vijay, deeply grief-stricken, was found hanging at home. RGIA police are investigating the incident

Sixteen pilgrims from Jhirra, Asifnagar, including Mansoor and members of two families, died in a Saudi Arabia accident while on Umrah. The news brought grief to the locality, and public representatives visited the families to offer condolences

Sixty-year-old sisters Rayeezunnisa and Shajahan Begum planned to perform Umrah together, joined by their children. The families were excited for the pilgrimage, but relatives in their city were shocked upon learning about a tragic accident involving them

GRP and RPF arrested 25-year-old Mohd Sanidul Islam for targeting railway passengers. He was linked to two theft cases in November. Police recovered gold ornaments worth Rs 2.9 lakh. The investigation into possible further thefts is ongoing

Raidurgam police arrested four suspects, including two juveniles, for the murder of 24-year-old CCTV technician Saurabh Kumar. After a failed robbery near Jubilee Hills, the attackers tracked and brutally assaulted him near FDDI College. The case is under investigation

Following the official declaration of Jubilee Hills by-election results, the Election Commission of India has lifted the Model Code of Conduct (MCC). The by-election was held on November 11, with results announced on November 14, marking the election’s completion

A Hyderabad family of 18, led by retired railway official Naseeruddin, was killed in a tragic bus accident in Saudi Arabia during an Umrah pilgrimage. Relatives said the family had long planned the journey, leaving the community in deep shock.

At Borabanda, a group of transgender persons protesting against a rival group set themselves on fire, injuring three. Police at the scene also suffered burns while rescuing them. The injured were taken to Gandhi Hospital, and an investigation is underway

The Animal Warriors Conservation Society, with GHMC and HCL Foundation, has launched awareness programmes across Hyderabad to promote responsible kite flying and discourage the use of banned nylon manja. Sessions in parks and schools aim to reduce bird injuries during the upcoming kite-flying season

Mohammad Abdul Shoaib from Asifnagar, the sole Indian witness to a bus-tanker collision in Saudi Arabia, escaped by breaking the bus windscreen. He is critically injured and receiving ICU care. Shoaib informed his family in India from the accident site

The Telangana Cabinet has approved Rs 5 lakh ex gratia for families of those who died in the Saudi Arabia bus accident. A team led by Minister Mohammed Azharuddin will visit Saudi to oversee coordination, with families to attend funerals locally.

A woman named Lakshmi was walking in Karthikeya Nagar when two men on a motorcycle snatched her 3-tola gold chain and escaped. She raised an alarm, but the suspects fled. Nacharam police are checking CCTV footage to identify them

KNRUHS has opened the stray vacancy round for MBBS/BDS Management Quota seats for 2025–26. Eligible candidates can give web options from Nov 17 to 18. Those already allotted seats cannot apply. Discontinuing after this round will lead to a Rs 20 lakh penalty and a three-year ban.

Apollo Defence Industries, a subsidiary of Apollo Micro Systems, has completed its full acquisition of IDL Explosives from GOCL Corporation. The move strengthens Apollo’s defence capabilities, adding advanced explosives and warhead technologies. IDL’s manufacturing units will support the group’s expansion plans

A 49-year-old Hyderabad man arrived at Care Hospitals in severe heart failure and cardiogenic shock. Doctors found a major blockage and a clot, placed a stent to restore blood flow, and stabilised him. He recovered well and was discharged in five days

Sonu Nigam has extended all shows of his Satrangi Re India tour to a three-hour non-stop performance after strong public demand. The new format will debut in Hyderabad on November 29, following a record Mumbai show attended by over 13,000 fans.

Anno 117: Pax Romana is a gorgeous and accessible city-building game with smooth console controls and deep strategy. Its campaign and endless modes offer hours of fun, strong details, and thoughtful planning, making it one of this year’s best strategy games.

Krishna Kanth Park in Hyderabad faces overgrowth of water hyacinth and weeds in its water bodies, causing foul odours and affecting visitors. Officials plan annual cleaning, but lack of maintenance diminishes the park’s charm and ecological balance.

BRS chief K Chandrashekhar Rao expressed grief over the death of 42 Telangana pilgrims in a Saudi Arabia bus accident during the Umrah pilgrimage, urging government action and financial support for families and better care for the injured.

Hyderabad Police revealed that Ravi, operator of iBomma, uploaded nearly 21,000 films and earned Rs 20 crore from piracy. The case involves international links and online betting promotion. Authorities plan to escalate investigations to CBI and Enforcement Directorate.

The Supreme Court issued a contempt notice to Telangana Assembly Speaker Gaddam Prasad Kumar for delaying action on disqualification pleas against 10 BRS MLAs who defected to Congress. The matter is posted for hearing in four weeks.

Telangana experiences intense winter with single-digit minimum temperatures across Hyderabad and northern districts. IMD forecasts a further drop of 2–3 degrees Celsius. Cold and dry winds are expected to continue for the next two days, with gradual improvement thereafter.

C.V. Anand clarified that an old emoji reply on his social media, which sparked controversy among Nandamuri Balakrishna fans and critics, was posted by a handler without his knowledge. He apologised to the actor and urged closure of the matter.