Hyderabad

Brar Squadron won the Commandant’s Banner at the Air Force Academy, Hyderabad, recognising its overall excellence across physical, academic and competitive events. Desa Squadron emerged victorious in the drill competition as AFA Commandant Air Marshal Vohra praised cadets’ teamwork and discipline

Rachakonda Police have begun a unique programme where reformed history-sheeters work as traffic volunteers. They help manage traffic and assist commuters, earning praise from residents and officers. Police say the initiative reduces stigma and supports reintegration into society

Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Thursday unveiled Skyroot’s first orbital rocket, Vikram-I, while inaugurating the startup’s Infinity Campus in Hyderabad. He praised Gen Z engineers and credited space sector reforms for the rise of over 300 private space startups in India

Luxury homes in India’s top seven cities saw the highest price rise—40% in three years—driven by strong demand, according to Anarock. NCR led the surge, while Hyderabad saw major growth across segments. Affordable housing grew more modestly at 26%

BRS Working President K.T. Rama Rao unveiled an inspirational song for the BRSV student wing at his Nandinagar residence. Conceptualised by Nagararam Prashant, the track aims to motivate and unite student activists. Senior BRS and BRSV leaders attended the event.

BRS leaders have filed a PIL in the Telangana High Court challenging the appointment of 16 advisors with Cabinet rank by the Congress government. They allege the move is unconstitutional, financially wasteful and amounts to creating an extra-constitutional authority without public mandate.

After a deadly fire at Gomathi Electronics in Shahalibanda killed two and injured six, residents and officials warn that many electronics shops operate without adequate fire safety measures. Exploding compressors intensified the blaze, raising concerns over repeated fires in the area.

Tension prevailed near the Telangana DGP office after Ayyappa Swamy devotees protested against police for denying permission to a Kanchanbagh sub inspector to wear Ayyappa attire during deeksha while on duty. Officials cited departmental rules and advised applying for leave instead.

A 21-year-old woman from Vikarabad district died by suicide on Wednesday night, with her family alleging she was harassed by her husband since their marriage six months ago. Police said the harassment may have led to depression. A case has been registered.

BRS leader G. Jagadish Reddy accused the Congress government of executing a large-scale land scam under the HILTP by allotting undervalued prime land to Chief Minister Revanth Reddy’s relatives and associates. He demanded disclosure of all beneficiaries and warned of action if BRS returns to power.

Top-ranking NEET-PG students are increasingly opting for non-surgical super-specialties such as General Medicine, Cardiology and Neurology. Senior doctors say demanding hours, burnout, delayed career stability and medico-legal pressures are pushing young doctors away from surgical branches.

Prime Minister Narendra Modi virtually inaugurated Skyroot’s new Infinity Campus in Hyderabad and unveiled the Vikram-I orbital rocket. Highlighting the government’s space reforms, he said private participation has transformed India’s space ecosystem, with over 300 startups driving innovation and attracting global investment.

The Congress faced a setback in Narsapur after several key leaders, led by former ZPTC Anjaneyulu, joined the BRS in the presence of MLA V Sunitha Lakshma Reddy. Harish Rao welcomed them and accused the Congress government of failing to fulfil its promises.

CAG Sanjay Murthy inaugurated the Centre of Excellence for Financial Audit in Hyderabad to strengthen AI-driven, technology-enabled public sector auditing. The centre aims to modernise financial audit practices across PSEs, Autonomous Bodies, and Urban Local Bodies

The BRS demanded a CBI investigation into the structural failures at Tanukula check dam and Medigadda barrage, alleging large-scale corruption and negligence. Party leaders said only an independent probe can establish accountability for the recurring infrastructure lapses and safeguard public resources

The Telangana Sainik Welfare Department, under the Ministry of Defence’s Director General Resettlement, will organise a job fair on November 28 at Air Force Station, Secunderabad. The event aims to provide employment opportunities for ex-servicemen.

The Telangana High Court celebrated Constitution Day, with Governor Jishnu Dev Varma and Chief Justice Aparesh Kumar Singh emphasising the Constitution’s living character, the need for harmony among State organs, and the importance of spreading constitutional awareness at the grassroots

Moghalpura police have identified the man killed in the Shahalibanda road fire as realtor Mir Sajjad Ali of Khilwat. Sajjad was struck by a shutter piece ripped apart during explosions at Gomathi Electronics while riding his scooter. His family, after filing a missing complaint, identified his belongings and later confirmed the body at Osmania General Hospital.

Telangana High Court reprimanded the Endowments Department for failing to place crucial records of temple lands before the court. Justice Anil Kumar Jukanti directed the Commissioner to appear with complete records from 1925 onwards, warning of further action if not complied

Hyderabad city police have warned jewellery shop owners of strict legal action if they are found purchasing stolen gold or silver articles. At a meeting with jewellers’ associations, DCP (North) S Rashmi Perumal urged shop owners to avoid buying ornaments from unverified sources, stressing that such practices encourage crime.

BRS has accused the Congress-led Telangana government of orchestrating a land scam under the Hyderabad Industrial Land Transfer Policy (HILTP). Party spokesperson Krishank Manne alleged that prime industrial lands worth crores are being undervalued and sold at throwaway prices.

The 17th Poultry India Expo 2025 opened at Hyderabad’s HITEX Exhibition Centre, inaugurated by Ministers Ponnam Prabhakar Goud and Tummala Nageswara Rao. Organised by IPEMA, the four-day event highlights global participation, strategic collaborations and innovations across the poultry value chain.

Indrajaal Drone Defence has launched India’s first Anti-Drone Patrol Vehicle (ADPV), branded as the Indrajaal Ranger. Unlike traditional stationary anti-drone systems, the Ranger offers mobile detection, AI-driven threat assessment, and real-time interception.

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.