Hyderabad

Hyderabad’s Yadav community celebrates the annual Sadar buffalo carnival, blending tradition, music, and devotion. Prized buffaloes parade through decorated streets, with rituals rooted in a 1946 legacy that honors heritage, abundance, and the sacred bond between humans and cattle.

For the Jubilee Hills Assembly by-election, 211 candidates filed 321 nominations between October 13 and 21, with 117 candidates submitting 194 on the final day. Election officials will scrutinise nominations on October 22, while withdrawals close on October 24.

An assistant professor, Malothu Srinivas, died after a mini bus lost control and collided with oncoming two-wheelers at Yellampet X Roads in Medchal. The driver cited brake failure, and police have launched an investigation into the tragic incident.

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BRS leaders KT Rama Rao and T Harish Rao honored tribal freedom fighter Kumram Bheem on his birth anniversary, recalling his struggle with the slogan ‘Jal, Jangal, Zameen’ and highlighting initiatives like ST welfare schools and memorials in his name.

Four people sustained minor injuries when a bull went out of control during Sadar Utsav celebrations in Madhura Nagar on Tuesday night. The animal reportedly charged ahead while being decorated but was soon brought under control by its owner.

A businessman, identified as Ayesh, was found dead by suicide at his home in Attapur, Rajendranagar, on Tuesday night. Police said preliminary investigation indicated he was depressed following a quarrel with his wife, who had gone to her parents’ home.

Telangana’s industrial sector has seen a sharp decline in investments and job creation since the Congress government took office in December 2023. Despite high-profile investment commitments, TG-iPASS approvals have dropped significantly.

Kochi Blue Spikers ended their campaign with a 3-1 win over Ahmedabad Defenders in the RR Kabel Prime Volleyball League. Erin Varghese was named Player of the Match, and the result did not impact Ahmedabad's semi-final qualification

Centuries by Sagar Chaurasia, K. Prajwal, and Buddhi Rahul were the highlights of the HCA A-Division one-day league cricket championship. Notable performances from players like C.P. Venkatesh and Mohd Abdun Adnan made the day exciting

The Forum for Good Governance has urged the State Election Commission to conduct long-pending Gram Panchayat elections in Telangana. FGG president M Padmanabha Reddy cited legal clarity from courts and criticised the SEC for seeking government permission, despite having constitutional authority.

IM Artem Lutsko of Ukraine won the Brilliant Trophy Open online chess tournament with a perfect score of 12 points from 12 rounds. A. Viswaa and Ujan Alex secured second and third places with 10 points each

More than 1,000 families who invested in Indu Projects at Kukatpally and Bandlaguda have appealed to Telangana Chief Minister Revanth Reddy to resolve the prolonged delay in property registration. Despite partial completion in 2016, legal ownership remains elusive for them.

BRS MLC Dasoju Sravan has accused the Congress government in Telangana of targeting the poor through aggressive demolition drives along the Musi River, while protecting influential interests. He criticised the HYDRAA initiative and called on voters to oppose the Congress in the Jubilee Hills by-election.

Rental vehicle owners in Telangana staged a protest near the Secretariat demanding immediate clearance of long-pending dues. With bills unpaid for up to two years in some districts, small contractors face financial distress. BRS MLA T Harish Rao criticised the Congress government for mismanagement and favouring large contractors.

Chandana Mohan Rao, visionary entrepreneur and founder of CMR Shopping Mall, passed away on Monday. Known for introducing shopping malls and hallmark gold ornaments in Telugu States, his retail ventures and philanthropy impacted thousands, leaving a lasting legacy

A clash between rival Congress factions in Hyderabad’s Jubilee Hills constituency disrupted electioneering efforts on Tuesday. Supporters of corporators CN Reddy and Bhavani Shankar engaged in a heated argument that escalated into a physical altercation.

The Hyderabad traffic police issued a detailed advisory for Sadar Utsav Mela at YMCA Narayanguda on Wednesday night. Key roads and RTC bus routes will be diverted to manage traffic. Motorists are advised to follow alternate routes and plan travel accordingly

The Telangana government's decision to extend the liquor shop licence application deadline has sparked widespread criticism and legal threats. Drawing parallels with a 2019 Andhra Pradesh case where a similar extension was struck down by the High Court, applicants allege unfair practices and political manipulation.

South Central Railway operated 1,010 regular and festival special trains between September 21 and October 20, carrying 4.8 crore passengers. Extra coaches, halts, holding areas, CCTV surveillance, and staff deployment ensured smooth and safe travel during the festive season

Internal rifts, caste-based divisions, and slow implementation of key promises have weakened the Congress’s position in Telangana. AICC chief Mallikarjun Kharge has reportedly voiced concern over the party’s trajectory, especially after the Supreme Court dismissed its plea on BC reservations.

The Telangana Cyber Security Bureau apprehended a 17-year-old juvenile from Rajasthan for allegedly cheating a Nizamabad doctor. The boy posed as a CRPF constable on Facebook, collected Rs 50,000 as advance for furniture, and then disappeared

Citizens can report violations of the Model Code of Conduct during the Jubilee Hills Assembly by-election using the cVIGIL app. Complaints with photos or videos are reviewed and acted upon within 100 minutes, ensuring swift ECI intervention while protecting user confidentiality

Miyapur police arrested six individuals involved in mobile phone theft from sharing auto passengers. The gang stole phones and money by diverting victims’ attention. Police recovered 20 mobiles, and most members were found to have prior criminal records