Hyderabad

Satya Nadella announced Microsoft’s US$ 17.5-billion India investment to expand AI and data-centre infrastructure, including a new Hyderabad cloud region by 2026. After meeting PM Modi, he highlighted sovereign cloud offerings aligned with India’s data-protection regime and stressed strong cybersecurity and resilience

BRS leader KT Rama Rao condemned the killing of party worker Uppula Mallaiah in a clash with Congress cadres in Suryapet, accusing Congress of violent politics. He demanded swift police action and assured support for injured workers and the victim’s family

A fire broke out at Shivam Technologies in Ameerpet on Wednesday, triggering panic among students and residents. Firefighters controlled the blaze quickly. Preliminary reports point to battery explosions. Nearby coaching centres were evacuated as police launched an investigation into the incident.

Police detained multiple student leaders at Osmania University before Chief Minister Revanth Reddy’s visit, triggering allegations of repression. Students accused the government of suppressing dissent and failing on job, education and welfare promises, as security ramped up ahead of developmental programme launches

Congress-backed sarpanch aspirants in Karimnagar are making unrealistic election promises, including cash deposits for newborn girls, jobs, funds to control monkey menace, and major infrastructure. Residents remain sceptical, noting many assurances lie beyond panchayat powers and mirror earlier unfulfilled party pledges 

NIMS nursing staff continued their one-hour protest on Wednesday, urging the hospital management to address long-pending issues related to welfare, staffing and service conditions. The union said repeated appeals over the past year have gone unanswered, prompting peaceful daily demonstrations.

A petty argument over biryani escalated into a murder attempt in Ramnagar, where a youth allegedly smashed a stone on his sleeping friend’s head. The victim is critical, and police have arrested the accused on charges of attempted murder.

A 25-year-old shop worker was stabbed to death by unidentified assailants near Devi Bagh in Kamatipura on Tuesday night. Police suspect a personal dispute but are examining all angles. CCTV footage is being analysed and special teams formed to trace the attackers.

Telangana government claimed Rs 5.75 lakh crore in investment commitments at the Global Summit, with major pharma companies seeking large land parcels in the rebranded Green Pharma City—reviving a project the Congress had once declared scrapped

The GHMC issued a preliminary delimitation notification after doubling wards from 150 to 300, inviting public objections. With uncertainty over whether the corporation will be reorganised or split, doubts are growing over the timely conduct of GHMC elections

The arrested are Gonigunta Vamshi Krishna (32) and M Bharath Rajiv Gandhi (23), both residents of Jagadgirigutta and natives of Andhra Pradesh

The exams will be conducted in accordance with the timetable, notwithstanding any declaration of public or general holiday announced by the government in respect of any of the scheduled dates

NTPC conducted the Regional Round (South) of its Electron Quiz in Hyderabad, with 259 teams participating. Nizam College won the Grand Finals, followed by IIT Kanpur and Vishwa Vishwani Institute. The top two teams will compete in the National Semi-Finals in New Delhi

Telangana High Court pulled up the State for failing to explain regulatory responsibilities concerning Sigachi Industries, where a fatal industrial accident occurred. The Bench sought clarity on compliance obligations, compensation details and agency roles, and posted the case to December 30.

Hyderabad shooting mentor Niranjan Reddy, who trained Olympian Gagan Narang and Deaflympics star Dhanush Srikanth, has earned the prestigious ISSF License A certificate in Doha, making him one of only 10 worldwide to achieve this milestone

Rath Yatra Festival which will be held on December 13 in the evening, commences from Kokapet and proceeding to the Hare Krishna Heritage Tower, Narsingi

Manish and Madhu bagged a double at the GBR Cultural Association Ground in Kompally, winning both the 40 years and above and 50 years and above doubles titles. The tournament also saw victories for Bose Kiran and Chandrasekhar in the 30 years category

Chief Minister Revanth Reddy unveiled the Vision Document: Telangana Rising 2047, saying it charts a development roadmap shaped by inputs from nearly four lakh citizens. He said ISB experts and NITI Aayog also contributed to the policy framework

The fourth annual D Chandra Sekhar Memorial Open tennis tournament will be held at Advantage Tennis Academy, Hyderabad, from December 20 to 21. Organised by DRC Sports Foundation, the event honours veteran coach Dasiga Chandra Sekhar and features competitions for men, women, and veterans

Osmania University’s Teaching and Non-Teaching Employees JAC has submitted a charter of demands ahead of Chief Minister Revanth Reddy’s campus visit, seeking pension reforms, regularisation of contract staff, UGC pay scales, and justice for 47 faculty members denied CAS promotions

Telangana’s GM Prraneeth Vuppala won the Rome City Aperta International Chess Tournament, scoring eight points from nine rounds. The 17-year-old will soon compete in international tournaments across the Netherlands, Spain and other European countries, continuing his rise in world chess

Chama Milind, Hyderabad’s left-arm pacer and captain, has led his team to the Syed Mushtaq Ali Trophy Super League phase with five wins from seven matches, continuing his consistent domestic form despite being overlooked for higher-level recognition

India will face Sri Lanka Women in a five-match T20I series starting December 21, with World Cup-winning captain Harmanpreet Kaur leading the side. The first two matches are in Visakhapatnam, followed by three in Thiruvananthapuram

Telangana’s Jameel Khan won gold in the traditional weapon category at the International Martial Arts Championship in Toronto, Canada. Competing in the senior black belt division for the 50 years and above age group, he outshone athletes from 30 countries