Hyderabad

A Hyderabad court has remanded iBomma website administrator Immadhi Ravi to 14 days judicial custody in connection with multiple piracy cases. Police allege Ravi uploaded pirated films across websites, amassed properties worth crores, and facilitated online betting.

Senior BRS leader T. Harish Rao has accused the Congress government in Telangana of a Rs 50,000 crore scam in the power sector. He alleged that the rejection of NTPC’s cheaper electricity offer in favour of new thermal plants was aimed at generating kickbacks for ruling party leaders.

Telangana High Court temporarily stayed the 85% local quota in PG medical MQ1 seats. Aspirants urge the State government to file a strong Counter-Affidavit, highlighting public health and equity, to defend 318 reserved seats for Telangana candidates

Rakesh Kumar Singh was elected President of the All India EPF Employees Sangh, and S B Shukla as Joint Secretary, during the Executive Committee Meeting of the BMS-affiliated union. The election was supervised by senior BMS leaders and EPFO officials

A Hyderabad man, Bathini Shashikanth, was arrested for impersonating IAS, IPS, and NIA officers to cheat citizens. He allegedly extorted Rs 10.5 lakh from Gold Gym’s MD using forged documents, bodyguards, and fake IDs. Two associates remain absconding

KNRUHS has opened the additional stray vacancy counselling for UG AYUSH courses for 2025–26. Eligible candidates can choose web options until November 27. Those who receive an allotted seat but don’t join must pay a Rs 1 lakh penalty and face a three-year admission ban

BRS leader K.P. Vivekananda criticised the State Cabinet’s decision to merge 27 municipalities and gram panchayats with GHMC, calling it politically driven and unscientific. He alleged the move would burden residents, centralise power, and benefit real-estate interests without public consultation or stakeholder input.

BRS corporators demanded an unconditional apology from GHMC Mayor Gadwal Vijayalakshmi, accusing her of abusive language and attempted physical assault during the recent council meeting. They alleged bias, misuse of microphones and discriminatory conduct, warning of consequences if she failed to change her behaviour.

A fake IT company in Madhapur cheated more than 400 job aspirants by collecting Rs 3 lakh each for supposed training and job placements. The director, Swamy Naidu, vanished after taking the money. Victims have now approached Cyberabad EoW for investigation

Residents of Jubilee Hills colonies are facing major disruptions as GHMC’s road digging and drainage works move slowly, leaving open trenches and blocked roads. Daily movement has become difficult, and locals are demanding faster completion and clearer timelines from officials

A 26-year-old software engineer from Andhra Pradesh was found dead by suicide at his rented flat in Singapore Township, Pocharam. Police suspect emotional distress over a failed relationship. A case has been registered, and an investigation is underway.

A 24-year-old man with a dangerously narrowed airway was treated at Gandhi Hospital using a complex tracheal resection and anastomosis procedure. The surgery, normally costing Rs 10–15 lakh privately, was performed free by a skilled multidisciplinary team

After a large protest by students of a Nagarkunool women’s degree college, TGSWREIS has directed campuses not to allow students to leave for demonstrations. The Society is also upgrading faculty, coaching, and digital content while tightening security and administrative oversight.

Oakley and Meta have announced their AI-powered performance eyewear, Oakley Meta HSTN, with camera, speakers, water resistance and Ultra HD recording. Pre-sales begin November 25 and it launches nationwide December 1, priced from Rs 41,800.

Alchemist Live is launching the first Hyderabad Theatre Festival from December 12–14 at Shilpakala Vedika. The event will feature acclaimed theatre icons including Naseeruddin Shah, Ratna Pathak Shah, Lillete Dubey and Anupam Kher, with tickets now available on BookMyShow.

BRS working president K.T. Rama Rao accused Chief Minister A. Revanth Reddy of driving a “hidden real estate agenda” through the proposed merger of 27 ULBs with GHMC. He also criticised stalled works at Kakatiya Mega Textile Park and alleged dilution of BC reservations.

Zee5 will start streaming an action-comedy film The Pet Detective from November 28 onwards.

A man identified as Mohd Wajeed was rescued by relatives after he attempted suicide at his Narsingi home on Wednesday, reportedly after a video call with his wife. He was shifted to Osmania General Hospital in critical condition. Police suspect family issues.

Nehru Zoological Park, Hyderabad has been awarded a 5-Star Quality Rating along with ISO 9001:2015 and ISO 14001:2015 certifications by HYM International. Forest Minister Konda Surekha presented the certificates and lauded the zoo staff for achieving this national first.

Senior railway officer Ashish Mehrotra, a 1992-batch IRSEE officer, assumed charge as Senior Deputy General Manager and Chief Vigilance Officer of South Central Railway. He previously served in key electrical engineering and leadership roles across Indian Railways, including Northern Railway and IRCON.

Hyderabad’s Enforcement Directorate secured a five-year conviction under the PMLA against L. Srinivas Goud for obtaining a fraudulent loan from Federal Bank using forged documents and impersonation. He was fined Rs 25,000, and the bank suffered a loss of Rs 44.8 lakh

K.T. Rama Rao criticised the Congress government over the revised BC reservation pattern for gram panchayat polls, alleging it reduced the quota to 17 per cent despite promising 42 per cent. He also questioned the Rs 160-crore caste census expenditure and highlighted district-level disparities.

Amberpet Sub-Inspector Bhanu Prasad was detained after seized gold kept in official custody and his service weapon were found missing. A case has been registered, and the Task Force has joined the investigation as officials question the SI for further details.

Gomati Electronics owner Shivakumar Bansal died at Apollo DRDO Hospital after suffering severe burns in three late-night blasts that triggered a fire at his Shahalibanda shop. An unidentified man near the store also succumbed. Police suspect electrical or combustible causes; probe continues.