Hyderabad

BJP State president N Ramchander Rao said the Jubilee Hills by-election was a direct fight between the BJP and AIMIM, alleging that Congress nominee Naveen Yadav earlier contested on an AIMIM ticket. He urged voters to back BJP’s Deepak Reddy

Patna Pirates extended their winning streak to eight matches with a dominant 46-37 win over Bengaluru Bulls in Eliminator 2. Ayan's 19-point performance and strong team defence secured their spot in Eliminator 3 against Telugu Titans on Wednesday

Rain halted Puducherry's reply to Hyderabad's 435, leaving them struggling at 92/8 on day three of their Ranji Trophy Elite Group D match. Punnaiah and Tanay Thyagarajan impressed with the ball, while rain interruptions further hampered the hosts' progress

A 13-year-old girl studying at a private school in Nagaram was allegedly called by the school principal, Saibaba, for special classes, claiming she was lagging behind in studies. During these sessions, he allegedly behaved inappropriately with her

Vikramjit Singh of South Central Railway won the 83rd Maestro Category A Classical Chess Tournament, while Hiten Goel triumphed in Category B with a perfect score. The event saw fierce competition with the final placements across both categories

L Srinivas Reddy, a Hyderabad-based coach, led the Indian boys' kabaddi team to gold at the Youth Asian Games in Bahrain. The team remained unbeaten, with a thrilling 35-32 victory over Iran in the final, showcasing India’s kabaddi talent

The Telangana Pickleball Association’s inaugural State Ranking Tournament concluded successfully at PicklePro Academy, featuring over 150 matches across various age groups. The event also served as selection trials for the upcoming IPA Nationals, where Telangana will field a strong 56-member team

Kishan Gangolli made history by winning the Gold Medal on Board 3 at the 2nd FIDE Chess Olympiad for People with Disabilities in Astana, Kazakhstan. His outstanding achievement marks India's first-ever gold medal at this prestigious event for disabled chess players

Hyderabad Traffic Police have announced diversions in Yousufguda from 10 am to 4 pm on Tuesday for a Telugu Film Industry Employees Federation meeting at Police Grounds. Motorists have been advised to follow alternative routes to avoid congestion

Chief Minister Revanth Reddy’s absence from a review meeting by AICC in-charge Meenakshi Natarajan on the Jubilee Hills bypoll raised eyebrows within the party. While top ministers attended, Congress leaders downplayed the move as a constituency-specific meeting

The Telangana High Court directed the DGP and Maheshwaram police to file a report on the Enforcement Directorate’s communication alleging illegal transfer of government land and forgery of revenue records in Maheshwaram mandal

A BRS delegation led by S Madhusudhana Chari filed a complaint with the Chief Electoral Officer alleging that the Congress violated the Model Code of Conduct in Jubilee Hills. The party sought cancellation of permission for a film union event and action against Congress leaders

A woman from Sainagar, Jillelguda, was arrested for killing her husband with an iron rod following an argument over her extramarital affair. The accused later tried to portray the murder as an accident before confessing to the crime during police interrogation.

Three habitual drug peddlers from Solapur, Mahabubabad, and Bhadradri Kothagudem were detained under the Prevention of Illicit Traffic in NDPS Act by Telangana Police. The CID issued orders to curb their repeated involvement in narcotics smuggling cases across the State

BRS leader T Harish Rao accused the Congress of using dummy independent candidates with symbols resembling the party’s Car to confuse voters in the Jubilee Hills bypoll. He also alleged corruption in liquor licences and demanded a probe into the Deccan Cements gun threat case.

As many as 58 candidates, including 22 non-locals from across Telangana, are contesting the Jubilee Hills bypoll. Their agendas range from unemployment and SC classification to public welfare, highlighting the constituency’s diverse and politically vibrant character.

In a setback for the Congress ahead of the Jubilee Hills bypoll, Hyderabad police bound over party candidate Naveen Yadav’s father, Chinna Srisailam Yadav, and uncle, both rowdy sheeters. The preventive action has sparked fresh political controversy in the constituency.

Tension gripped Hyderabad’s Mudfort area after a man named Prudhvi died under suspicious circumstances while consuming liquor at a local wine shop. His family and locals staged a protest demanding a detailed inquiry. Police have begun an investigation.

Two associates of rowdy-sheeter and robber Umar Ansari were arrested by Hyderabad police after being on the run for three days. The gang was involved in several mobile-snatching incidents across the city, including one that injured a DCP and his security officer.

The Telangana United Christians and Pastors Association (TUCPA) urged DGP B Shivadhar Reddy to act against online platforms spreading religious discord, protect churches and Christian minorities, and ensure safety for upcoming Christmas events while seeking action against groups disturbing communal harmony

ASIFA India celebrated International Animation Day 2025 at Ravindra Bharathi, Hyderabad, with over 1,100 attendees. The event featured sessions by leading industry experts on AI, VFX, storytelling, and major projects like Mahavatar Narsimha and Kalki 2898 AD

A mega blood donation drive was held across Hyderabad, with 10 camps organised by the city police. DGP B Shivadhar Reddy and Commissioner VC Sajjanar urged citizens to donate blood regularly to help accident victims during emergencies. Over 4,000 donated

Following the recent Kurnool bus accident, TGSRTC Managing Director Y Nagi Reddy inspected buses at the Miyapur-1 Depot to review safety protocols. He stressed driver awareness, emergency preparedness, and ensuring all buses are equipped with fire safety systems and emergency tools

After a tragic accident in Kurnool caused by a drunk rider killed 20 people, Hyderabad Police Commissioner VC Sajjanar announced intensified citywide drunken driving checks. Sajjanar warned that offenders will face strict legal action as part of new safety measures