Hyderabad

Environmentalists and activists have raised concerns over MRDCL’s plan to build a conventional bridge across the historic Mir Alam Tank, warning that multiple pillars and ongoing construction activity could cause serious ecological damage to the centuries-old water body.

Cannabis cultivation, once limited to border and agency areas, is now surfacing inside Hyderabad homes. Police and excise officials have seized thousands of plants, warning that high market prices are driving residents and small-time peddlers to grow cannabis locally.

A study by ICMR-NIN found that the STAR strategy significantly reduced anaemia in Telangana villages. Community-level screening and doorstep iron-folic acid supply proved effective, especially among adolescent girls and women of reproductive age.

Cybercrime cases across Hyderabad, Cyberabad and Rachakonda dropped sharply in 2025, with police registering 15,105 cases compared to 20,574 in 2024. Authorities attribute the decline to public awareness campaigns and stricter action against cyber fraud networks.

BRS Working President K.T. Rama Rao condemned the arrest of autorickshaw drivers and union leaders across Telangana following a protest call. He accused the Congress government of suppressing dissent and demanded their immediate release and implementation of poll promises.

Mild tension prevailed near the Telangana Legislative Assembly after police detained several autorickshaw drivers who attempted to stage a protest under a ‘Chalo Assembly’ call. The drivers raised concerns over financial hardship linked to the free bus travel scheme for women.

Senior CPI (Maoist) leader Badse Sukka alias Deva, a Dandakaranya Special Zonal Committee member, surrendered before the Telangana police along with around 19 Maoists. He reportedly laid down arms and cash and carries a Rs 50 lakh reward.

Union Ministry of Jal Shakti has constituted a committee to examine and resolve water sharing and management issues between Telangana and Andhra Pradesh. Headed by the Central Water Commission chairman, the panel will submit its report within three months

The men’s Hockey India League 2026 begins in Chennai with Tamil Nadu Dragons facing Hyderabad Toofans in the opener. The league features eight teams, top Indian and foreign stars, and a new round-robin format before the final in Bhubaneswar on January 26

Selectors meet to pick India’s ODI squad for the New Zealand series starting January 11 in Vadodara. Pant’s role as wicketkeeper and Siraj’s return to the pace attack are key talking points, with Sarfaraz Khan and Padikkal also in contention

Hyderabad defeated Vidarbha by 20 runs in the BCCI Women’s Under-15 one-day cricket championship first-round match at Vizianagaram. Arya Nandanwar starred with four wickets, while K Deekshaja’s three-wicket haul could not prevent Vidarbha’s defeat

Sportive CC defeated Khammam by five wickets, while Ensconse outplayed Apex in the HCA B-Division T-20 cricket quarterfinals. CPS Karthikeya and Siddharth Rao starred for Sportive, while Junai Ali’s unbeaten 65 powered Ensconse to a quick chase

Gowtham Model School stormed into the HCA Inter-schools and District Under-14 cricket final with a 234-run win over Academic Heights Public School, thanks to centuries from Akhileshwar and Sai Vaibhav. The Sarrornagar unit beat Pallavi Model School in the other semi-final

Ahead of the Sankranti festival, the Cyberabad Police have urged residents travelling to their native places to adopt precautionary measures against burglaries and property crimes. Citizens were advised to install CCTV cameras, inform neighbours or local police stations before travelling.

Adilabad defeated Medak by four wickets, while Karimnagar outplayed Hyderabad in the Kaka Venkataswamy Memorial T-20 cricket tournament. Sai Krishna starred for Adilabad with 38 runs, while Shuanik’s four-wicket haul could not save Hyderabad

A tense situation unfolded at ESI Hospital in Erragadda, Hyderabad, after locals opposed the allotment of prime government land for a graveyard. The BJP alleged that the Congress initiated construction work at night using bulldozers on land originally meant for hospital use.

The Ice Skating Association of Telangana ended a successful campaign at the Short Track Ice Skating Open in Delhi. With 52 skaters competing after a six-day camp, the team secured podium finishes under the guidance of coach Mohammad Abdul Quadeer and Jitender Kumar

The Cyberabad Police have issued a stern advisory against the use and sale of nylon and Chinese manja, citing grave risks to humans, animals, and birds. The warning follows several incidents where two-wheeler riders sustained severe neck injuries from sharp kite strings coated with glass or metal.

Rashtrapati Nilayam in Hyderabad will host the second edition of Udyan Utsav from January 3 to 11, offering free public entry to promote environmental awareness and cultural engagement. Special zones such as the Green Knowledge Hub, Millet Mandi, Eco Bazaar, and Startup Hub will be part of the event.

The WTT Youth Contender 2026 began in Vadodara with strong performances from Divyanshi Bhowmik, Syndrela Das, Miku Matsushima and Tanishka Kalbhairav in U-17 girls singles. Ritvik Gupta and Ved Panchal impressed in boys’ U-17, while Divija Paul dominated U-13 girls

A Secunderabad man was allegedly cheated of Rs 72 lakh by cyber fraudsters posing as stock trading and IPO advisors. Lured through a Facebook advertisement and WhatsApp group, he invested money before being denied withdrawal

Haryana’s Ameerah Arshad won gold in the 10m Air Rifle Women final, while Uttar Pradesh’s Zuhair Khan clinched the men’s trap title at the 68th National Shooting Championships. Karnataka’s Tilottama Sen secured a golden double in junior and youth women’s events

M Vinay of Karimnagar and M Mallika of Yadadri-Bhuvanagiri won the men’s and women’s titles in the 11th Telangana State cross country championship at GMC Balayogi Stadium, Hyderabad. The meet also saw strong performances across boys and girls categories

With their five-year tenure nearing completion, GHMC corporators are set to undertake an all-expenses-paid study tour to Sabarmati in Ahmedabad. The trip, planned in two phases, excludes BRS corporators but includes members from Congress, BJP and AIMIM.