Hyderabad

Telangana’s peak electricity demand reached a record 20,003 MW on October 15, while daily consumption climbed to 334.54 million units. Rising agricultural, domestic, commercial and industrial needs are putting pressure on utilities, which are procuring additional power and monitoring supply.

BRS working president KT Rama Rao has alleged that Hyderabad is emerging as a hub for shell companies in the aerospace and defence sectors. He named three firms, questioned their operations and urged Defence Minister Rajnath Singh to investigate.

Secunderabad Cantonment Board officials demolished an unauthorised function hall in Sikh Village after a court ruled in the board’s favour. The action followed a legal battle reportedly dating back to 1996, with police deployed to prevent disturbances during demolition

Hyderabad Police deployed around 3,000 personnel in more than 100 teams under Operation Kavach to prevent crime and identify threats. Checks covered vehicles, documents and suspicious items, while officials urged residents to report concerns through emergency helpline 112

BRS spokesperson Manne Krishank has challenged Telangana Chief Minister A Revanth Reddy to debate alleged links involving Medicover Hospitals, Maxbien Pharma and MindVault Corporate Schools. Krishank cited shareholdings and called for a CBI probe into the alleged connections

At least six cars were damaged in a chain collision on Hyderabad’s PVNR Expressway near pillar No. 131 towards Aramghar around 11 pm Thursday. No casualties were reported there, but the crash caused extensive damage and a major traffic jam

TGSRTC operated 2,474 special buses for Dasara between October 9 and 14, achieving 94.07 per cent of its target. It added services in Greater Hyderabad and will arrange buses for returning passengers, with officials reviewing demand on October 16 and 17

Fake emails using the National Institute of Nutrition’s name are offering a digital healthcare workshop and credit certificates for a Rs 3,999 fee. NIN has denied organising the event and warned citizens against suspicious payment links and requests for personal information

Hyderabad Uppal police arrested a 33-year-old man accused of sexually exploiting a woman constable on the pretext of marriage and extorting Rs 1.10 lakh. He allegedly used a fake matrimonial profile, promised marriage, and later threatened her, prompting a complaint

The nine-day Dasara Shopping Bonanza organised by Namasthe Telangana and Telangana Today concluded at Chennai Shopping Mall in Ameerpet on Thursday. Final-day winners were announced, while prizes were presented to Wednesday’s winners at the concluding ceremony.

The TG SAFE Drugs Wing detected discrepancies at 137 medical shops during a statewide enforcement drive against the illegal sale and diversion of habit-forming drugs. Show-cause notices were issued, and officials proposed possible suspension or cancellation of drug licences.

The Telangana government has reduced Dasara holidays for polytechnics to three days. The TP JAC alleges the move is retaliation for protests against GO 97, which proposed merging polytechnics with Young India Skills University under a public-private partnership.

The Telangana Chief Electoral Officer's office conducted special voter registration camps across the State on Thursday. Additional CEO Dr Vasam Venkateswar Reddy inspected camps in Jubilee Hills. Eligible electors missing from the draft roll can submit Form 6, officials said.

Malkajgiri Municipal Corporation Commissioner T Vinay Krishna Reddy has directed officials to prepare for possible water scarcity amid El Niño concerns. Measures include improving distribution, curbing wastage, promoting treated sewage water for construction and parks, and raising public awareness.

Telangana has received around 3.55 lakh applications for graduate voter enrolment in two constituencies, against 10.36 lakh voters registered in 2021. Applications close on November 6, while draft electoral rolls are scheduled for publication on November 25.

Cyberabad Municipal Corporation Commissioner G Srijana inspected PJR Stadium in Chandanagar and the Sports Arena near Hafeezpet Flyover on Thursday. She directed officials to maintain cleanliness, safety and accessibility at the facilities to encourage sports and healthy lifestyles.

Anti-Corruption Bureau officials allegedly caught a TGSPDCL assistant engineer in Hyderabad while accepting a Rs 1.2 lakh bribe for approving applications for six new electricity meters. The officer was remanded in judicial custody, according to ACB officials.

BRS working president KT Rama Rao accused Chief Minister A Revanth Reddy of corruption following RVM Constructions MD Nama Ramesh's allegation of a 15 per cent commission demand in Radial Road-2 tenders. Ramesh sought the Builders Association of India's intervention.

Ahead of World Spine Day on October 16, CARE Hospitals doctors warned that long commutes, poor posture and uneven roads can aggravate back and neck pain. They recommended regular movement breaks, ergonomic seating, physiotherapy and early medical consultation.

Hyderabad-based ocular oncologist Dr Santosh G Honavar has ranked first among Indian ophthalmology researchers for the fifth consecutive year, according to a press release. He topped annual and career-long impact rankings and has more than 18,500 citations.

INCOIS Director Dr T M Balakrishnan Nair has been elected chair of the UNESCO Intergovernmental Oceanographic Commission’s Sub-Commission for the Central Indian Ocean. The appointment is expected to strengthen regional cooperation, marine research and ocean information services.

Hyderabad Police Commissioner VC Sajjanar has warned against auto-rickshaw and cab drivers using mobile phones while driving. He urged passengers to report dangerous behaviour through Dial 112, while police advised commuters to avoid confrontations and prioritise safety.

Hyderabad is witnessing an unprecedented rise in water-tanker demand towards the end of the monsoon, with daily bookings reaching 5,000 to 8,000. HMWSSB officials fear worsening shortages from November as groundwater levels fall and reservoir storage declines across the city.

SVPNPA Director Sujeet Pandey has identified propaganda and coordinated social media campaigns as emerging challenges for police. The academy is expanding training in information warfare, cybercrime, artificial intelligence, cryptocurrency-related offences and other technologies used by criminal networks.