Hyderabad

Ahead of the High Court hearing on 42% BC reservation, Telangana District Collectors have issued notices for the first phase of ZPTC and MPTC elections. Nominations open October 11, elections on October 23, with results scheduled for November 11.

Panic erupted at a Bachupally apartment when residents spotted a large python on the second floor. Police alerted the forest department, and volunteers safely captured the snake, which will later be released into a nearby forest.

BRS leaders, including K.T. Rama Rao and T. Harish Rao, led the ‘Chalo Bus Bhavan’ protest against the RTC fare hike in Secunderabad. Heavy police deployment, house arrests, and scuffles with party workers marked the rally, with several detained en route.

City-based wildlife photographer Jeet Aman received a special award for his “leopard with full moon” image at the Global Big Cats Photography Competition 2025. Out of 1,400 submissions, his photo ranked sixth among the top eight selected by the jury.

BRS leaders, including KTR and Harish Rao, were initially placed under house arrest but later allowed to board city buses to stage the ‘Chalo Bus Bhavan’ protest against the RTC fare hike. Police detained some leaders en route, delaying their movement.

BRS senior leader T Harish Rao condemned the house arrests of party leaders ahead of the “Chalo Bus Bhavan” protest, accusing the Congress government of suppressing dissent. He alleged that the Revanth Reddy regime was burdening citizens and planning to privatise the RTC.

Police placed BRS leaders, including KT Rama Rao and T Harish Rao, under house arrest to prevent them from joining the “Chalo Bus Bhavan” protest against the RTC fare hike. Heavy police deployment was seen across Hyderabad as tensions rose Thursday morning.

Bharat Hooda marked his 100th PKL game with an absolute masterclass, registering 20 points - including 16 raid points and 4 tackle points

Shameem, who has the FIVB Referees Badge, compares PVL to the T-20 format in cricket and having played junior grade volleyball

Raunak Sood bags a ‘triple’ by winning the Open men’s singles, doubles and mixed doubles titles in the Ranga Reddy district pickleball tennis tournament

Dhrithi was brilliant in the field, picking two catches and was adjudged ‘best fielder’ of the match

A clash broke out between two student groups during a Palestine Solidarity March at EFLU, Tarnaka, prompting Osmania University police to intervene and register a case. Police have detained several students and are investigating the incident under relevant sections of the BNS.

Mumbai, with controlled aggression, and tremendous blocking from foreigners Mathias Loftesnes and Petter Alstad Ostvik, sealed their third straight win without dropping a single set

The Telangana Regional Office of NABARD inaugurated the 12th Grameen Bharat Mahotsav in Hyderabad, featuring 53 stalls and 44 products from artisans and self-help groups across India. Collector Harichandana Dasari opened the GI Pavilion and proposed a ‘Grameen Tag’ to certify authentic rural artisans.

Congress leader Naveen Yadav was declared the party candidate for Jubilee Hills bypoll on November 11, despite being booked for distributing fake voter IDs. Naveen has a history of political controversies and earlier unsuccessfully contested from the constituency

The TGSRTC has resumed bus services to Professor Jayashankar Telangana Agricultural University, ending a six-year disruption that affected students, faculty, and farmers. The decision follows a six-month traffic survey.

As Telangana votes, let it serve as a reminder that democracy thrives not on caste or cash, but on informed choice and accountability

Hyderabad District Election Officer RV Karnan clarified that the Model Code of Conduct applies solely to the Jubilee Hills constituency and not the entire city. He warned of punitive action against attempts to influence voters.

Cyberabad police arrested five individuals for aiding cybercriminals by providing SIM cards and bank accounts used in fraudulent transactions. The gang operated via Telegram and WhatsApp groups and managed illicit funds through the gaming portal Dodgebook 777.

Telangana SEC likely to issue notification for local body elections on Thursday, starting the nomination process, despite ongoing High Court hearings challenging BC reservation enhancements. Elections will be held in five phases from October 31 to November 11

In a weeklong special drive, Hyderabad traffic police booked 10,652 motorists for wrong-side driving, a practice deemed both dangerous and disruptive. Additional Commissioner D. Joel Davis has urged citizens to follow traffic rules responsibly.

The AIMIM is expected to stay out of the upcoming Jubilee Hills by-election on November 11, a strategic move aimed at preventing minority vote division and defeating the BJP. With over 1.20 lakh Muslim voters in the constituency, AIMIM’s decision is seen as a tactical shift.

The FATHI has postponed its proposed college shutdown from October 13 to October 23 following an assurance from the Chief Minister’s Advisor Vem Narender Reddy that Rs. 300 crore in fee reimbursement dues will be released before Diwali festival.

District Election Officer RV Karnan said political parties and candidates must obtain MCMC approval for all electronic, social media, and online ads once the election schedule is announced. Print ads on polling eve and day also require clearance