Hyderabad

The Central Crime Station and local police arrested two fruit vendors in Falaknuma for possessing a country-made pistol, allegedly bought to sell for profit. A third suspect is absconding. Police seized a pistol and two mobile phones

A 30-year-old man, M Narender, died by suicide by setting himself ablaze in a hotel room at ECIL on Wednesday. Police suspect financial problems and stock market losses drove him to take the extreme step. Kushaiguda Police are investigating

The Telangana Public Health Doctors Association has opposed the State government’s plan to hand over hospital administration to Group-I officers. The association said only doctors can understand patients’ needs and urged the government to professionalise hospital management instead

KNRUHS has extended the last date for online registration for PG Medical Degree and Diploma admissions under the Competent Authority Quota for 2025–26. Eligible NEET PG 2025 candidates can apply online at https://tspgmed.tsche.in till 1 pm on October 10

BRS leader K.T. Rama Rao blamed Chief Minister Revanth Reddy for three farmer suicides in Telangana this week, alleging that the Congress government has reversed the progress made under K. Chandrashekhar Rao’s rule, which had sharply reduced agrarian distress and suicides.

The National Academy of Cyber Security invites online applications from Telangana for government-certified cyber security and ethical hacking courses. Eligible candidates can apply for diploma to master-level programs with promising career prospects.

The Cyberabad and Rachakonda Police Commissionerates have issued notifications for individuals and businesses seeking temporary licences to sell or possess firecrackers for Diwali 2025. Applications must be submitted online by October 16, failing which penal action will be taken

A passenger died and his brother was injured after a co-passenger allegedly pushed them off the Dakshin Express near Hyderabad. The suspect, who appeared mentally unstable, was detained by RPF and handed over to the police.

ICMR–NIN has invited innovators and startups to submit ideas for its INFUSE 2025 summit on December 4–5 in Hyderabad, focusing on nutrition, food technology, and health innovations. Selected entries will receive recognition and mentorship support.

The Telangana State Road Transport Corporation (TGSRTC) has clarified that there are no immediate plans to hike district bus fares after revising city ticket prices in Hyderabad, saying the move was necessary to fund EV fleet expansion and urban transport infrastructure.

For nearly three decades, Sanjay Kumar Gupta has continued his family’s century-old tradition of selling surma at Charminar and Jummerat Bazaar in Hyderabad. From a horse cart to a moped, his family’s trade has evolved but endured through generations.

A 22-year-old man from Karimnagar district died after falling into a pothole near Mamidipally in Sircilla district. The damaged road had caved in due to rains and heavy traffic. Police have registered a case following a complaint from the family.

Hyderabad has experienced erratic, localized rainfall over the past week, with some areas receiving heavy showers while others remain dry. The IMD predicts light rain and thunderstorms with gusty winds as high humidity above 80 percent continues to trigger intense rainfall.

Three people, including two women, were arrested by Chandanagar Police at Lingampalli Railway Station for allegedly transporting 45 kg of marijuana from Visakhapatnam to Mumbai. The suspects are in custody, and further investigation is ongoing.

Telangana Drug Control Administration has issued an advisory to stop using cough syrups Relife and Respifresh TR, detected with toxic Diethylene Glycol (DEG). Authorities urge reporting possession, alert retailers, and freeze stocks to prevent risks to public health.

BRS working president KT Rama Rao accused the Revanth Reddy government of undermining Telangana’s Gurukuls by delaying rent arrears and locking hostel buildings. He demanded immediate action and warned of a statewide stir involving students and parents if the issue is ignored.

The rift between Ministers Ponnam Prabhakar and Adluri Laxman Kumar has been resolved following a conciliatory meeting convened by TPCC president Mahesh Kumar Goud. Prabhakar clarified his remarks were misinterpreted, reaffirming his long-standing friendship and political collaboration with Laxman.

A python sighting near the Sai Baba Temple at Chaderghat caused brief panic on Tuesday night. Traffic constable Venkatesh Nayak from Malakpet police captured the Indian Rock Python, which will be handed over to the Forest Department.

The ACB arrested two Drugs Control Administration officials and a private employee in Karimnagar for allegedly taking a ₹20,000 bribe from a medical shop owner. The officials had sent the private employee to collect the money, who was caught in a trap.

Hyderabad NGO Hyderabad Youth Courage President Mohd Salman accused the Congress Government of misleading minorities over the allocation of disputed graveyard land in Jubilee Hills and Erragadda, alleging repeated deceit and damage to religious structures in Kodangal constituency

Hyderabad software engineer Satish Reddy was honoured by DKMS Foundation India for donating his stem cells twice to save two blood cancer patients. Doctors and DKMS officials urged more Indians to register as potential stem cell donors

Young Birders’ Month 2025, led by Early Bird and WWF-India, invites schools and organizations across India to host bird-themed events in November to engage children with nature and biodiversity

BC associations in Telangana have threatened to paralyse the state if their demand for 42 per cent reservations is not fulfilled. Leaders from multiple organisations vowed to form a new JAC and launch a stronger agitation across political lines

BRS working president KT Rama Rao demanded immediate formation of a welfare board for auto drivers in Telangana. He highlighted pending payments, discontinued insurance schemes, and economic distress, urging the Congress government to act and support the 8 to 8.5 lakh drivers