Hyderabad

Hyderabad Police destroyed narcotic drugs valued at Rs 4.56 crore in the first phase of the 2025 disposal drive. The consignment, linked to 128 NDPS cases across 26 stations, included marijuana, MDMA, cocaine

Hyderabad Police Commissioner VC Sajjanar has suspended Task Force Sub-Inspector Srikanth Goud following a review that revealed serious lapses in duty. The Commissioner reaffirmed his commitment to enforcing accountability within the force.

The induction of Mohammed Azharuddin into the Telangana cabinet has triggered internal dissent within the Congress, with TPCC president Mahesh Kumar Goud admitting he was unaware of the move. Senior leaders have voiced concerns over lack of consultation and timing.

The Telangana High Court has stayed proceedings initiated by the State Human Rights Commission against Sultan-ul-Uloom Educational Society, citing concerns over jurisdiction and statutory overreach.

The Bharat Rashtra Samithi (BRS) is set to launch its "Maata-Mucchata" outreach programme in Jubilee Hills, Hyderabad, on Friday. Party leaders will engage directly with citizens in public spaces to discuss local issues and criticise the Congress government's performance.

The Telangana government is considering Rs 10,000 per acre compensation for farmers who suffered crop losses due to Cyclone Montha. Preliminary damage reports are ready, and ground-level assessments begin October 31

Australian wellness startup Give Me 5 (GM5) has launched its Beta App in Hyderabad, marking its entry into India’s mental health space with a $5 million AUD investment. The initiative focuses on early intervention and emotional counselling, especially among school students, and has already impacted over 5,000 individuals.

A passenger arriving from Kolkata was detained at Hyderabad’s Rajiv Gandhi International Airport after a live 38 mm bullet was discovered in his luggage during screening. The man, identified as Vishal, was preparing to board a connecting flight to Bengaluru.

The Hyderabad Cybercrime Police warned citizens about a surge in online trading and investment scams. Fraudsters are cheating victims through fake trading platforms promising high returns. Officials urged the public to stay alert and report suspicious activity to 1930 or cybercrime.gov.in

A woman was allegedly sexually assaulted and attacked by her colleague Bhanu Prakash at her Somajiguda flat under Punjagutta police limits. The accused threatened the victim and her roommates before attacking her. He was later arrested and remanded to judicial custody.

The BRS lodged a complaint with the Election Commission of India against Congress candidate V Naveen Yadav for allegedly threatening to eliminate BRS workers during his Jubilee Hills campaign. The party urged the ECI to act immediately to ensure fair elections.

Chief Electoral Officer C Sudarshan Reddy has sought the Election Commission of India’s directions after receiving complaints from the BRS and BJP alleging Model Code of Conduct violations by the Congress government over promises to film workers and Azharuddin’s Cabinet induction

With 10 days to polling on November 11, Jubilee Hills bypoll campaigns have intensified. BRS, BJP, and Congress are focusing on full coverage of slum pockets and residential colonies through padayatras, door-to-door outreach, and deployment of senior leaders and ministers

A boulder rolled down a road in Malkajgiri on Thursday due to heavy rains from Cyclone Montha, causing traffic disruption and alarming residents. Police and DRF services responded, while authorities urged vigilance and reporting of potential further landslides

During a campaign event in Hyderabad’s Jubilee Hills constituency, an elderly woman publicly challenged Excise Minister Jupally Krishna Rao and Congress candidate V Naveen Yadav over unmet election promises. Her pointed questions on pensions and free electricity went viral, highlighting voter frustration and accountability demands.

CoinSwitch’s Q3 2025 report highlights a generational shift in India’s crypto investment landscape, with Gen Z emerging as the largest investor group. Hyderabad maintains its rank as the fourth-largest crypto hub, with 70.4% of portfolios in profit, reflecting disciplined and fundamentals-driven investment strategies.

Cyber scammers are using “forwarding fraud” to divert calls and SMS messages from victims’ phones by tricking them into dialing USSD codes. Forwarded OTPs enable theft from bank and UPI accounts. Police urge caution, checking call forwarding, and reporting suspicious activity

The Congress plan to induct Mohammed Azharuddin into the Cabinet and the BJP’s MCC complaint against the move have fuelled speculation of a Congress-BJP understanding aimed at undermining BRS candidate Maganti Sunitha in Jubilee Hills by-election

The Jubilee Hills bypoll features 58 candidates aged 27 to 75, including eldest Subhadra Reddy and youngest Abhilas Bethi. Contestants from varied age groups bring diverse perspectives and are campaigning actively through rallies, door-to-door outreach, and social media engagement

Irrigation Minister N Uttam Kumar Reddy said a Congress victory in Jubilee Hills was a mere formality, citing favourable surveys. He highlighted welfare measures while Minister Ponnam Prabhakar accused the BRS and BJP of forming a covert alliance against Congress

At a YFLO Hyderabad session titled ‘Invisible Selves – Insights into Mental Health’, Neerja Birla shared her personal experiences and called for greater awareness, empathy, and open dialogue. She urged parents to stay emotionally connected and prioritise mental wellness for all

GMR School of Aviation has partnered with global aerospace leader RH AERO to offer specialized tooling training programs. The collaboration aims to strengthen aerospace skill development in India through structured modules, simulator-based learning, and hands-on practical training for future-ready aviation professionals

Sections of the BJP are reportedly favouring the Congress in the Jubilee Hills by-election by maintaining a low-profile campaign. The strategy, seen as a bid to weaken the BRS, has left many leaders quietly supporting the Congress to split opposition votes

The Indian School of Business (ISB) has launched the AI Factory under its AI Venture Initiative (AIVI) to convert India’s AI potential into scalable, responsible solutions. The platform integrates research, entrepreneurship, and industry to accelerate AI-driven innovation and market readiness