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The DGCA said IndiGo has processed all refunds for flight cancellations between December 3 and 5. The airline is also offering Rs 10,000 travel vouchers to eligible passengers as part of its Gesture of Care initiative
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In Sangareddy’s Nizampet, a man allegedly set his in-laws’ house on fire after his wife refused to reconcile with him. The blaze destroyed the house and two motorcycles. Police identified the accused as Ravi, married to Sayavva for 15 years, with three children.
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An eight-year-old boy was left alone at an Etah hospital after his mother died during treatment. He arranged her postmortem by himself until police stepped in to complete legal formalities and ensure her last rites
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TBZ-The Original has opened a new showroom at Himayathnagar, marking over 25 years of its presence in Hyderabad. The jewellery brand announced month-long silver jubilee offers across its three city stores to celebrate the milestone
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The Supreme Court has stayed the Calcutta High Court order disqualifying veteran leader Mukul Roy as a West Bengal MLA for defection. The top court granted interim relief while hearing a petition challenging the high court verdict
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A Surat man has been arrested for allegedly recording his wife’s self-immolation instead of saving her during a marital dispute. Police booked him for cruelty and abetment of suicide after the woman succumbed to burn injuries
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Ramagundam Police Commissioner Amber Kishore Jha announced a target to reduce road accidents by 30 per cent annually within commissionerate limits. As part of the ‘Arrive-Alive’ programme, a coordinated plan involving municipal, education, health, transport and other departments is being prepared.
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Delhi recorded 1,617 road accident deaths in 2025, the highest in seven years, according to official data. Fatal accidents and injuries increased despite enforcement and awareness drives, with police citing traffic density, speeding and violations as key reasons
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Low frequency and irregular TSRTC bus services in Hyderabad’s southern suburbs are causing hardship to students and office-goers during peak hours. Commuters complain of long waiting times, overcrowding and lack of bus shelters at several locations.
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The Supreme Court has given the Telangana Assembly Speaker two weeks to decide on disqualification petitions against 10 BRS MLAs who defected to the Congress. While petitions against nine legislators may be dismissed citing lack of evidence, their cases are expected to face judicial review. Petitioners presented photos and videos of the MLAs joining Congress, but the legislators relied on affidavits denying defection.
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Intelligence agencies have flagged a fresh ISI-backed plan to push drugs, arms and ammunition into Punjab, with Babbar Khalsa International leading the operation. The strategy aims to revive Khalistan activities and later route contraband into Jammu and Kashmir
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A 38-year-old man died by suicide after coming under a goods train near Dabeerpura Railway Station in Hyderabad. Police said health-related and personal issues may have led to the incident. The Government Railway Police have launched an investigation
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The Central Consumer Protection Authority has penalised major e-commerce platforms for illegally listing and selling walkie-talkies operating on restricted frequency bands. The action follows the detection of nearly 17,000 non-compliant listings and violations of telecom and consumer protection laws
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A suspect has been arrested in connection with the vandalism at the Maisamma Temple near Puranapul Darwaza in Hyderabad. Police confirmed that only a flex banner and a Plaster of Paris idol in the verandah were damaged, while the sanctum sanctorum idols remained untouched.
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As many as 65 candidates from ten municipal corporations in Maharashtra were elected unopposed ahead of the January 15 civic polls, with the BJP accounting for the highest number. The State Election Commission shared the data as counting continued
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In a special enforcement drive, Secunderabad Zone Police arrested 12 persons and seized 162 bobbins of banned Chinese manja worth Rs 1.88 lakh. Raids were conducted in Chikkadpally, Gandhinagar and Osmania University areas.
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Despite festive celebrations, incidents involving banned Chinese manja caused injuries and deaths during Sankranti. City Police Commissioner V.C. Sajjanar said accidents declined compared to previous years, attributing the reduction to awareness drives and strict enforcement.
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Shrikant Pangarkar, an accused in the 2017 killing of journalist Gauri Lankesh, has won the Jalna Municipal Corporation election as an Independent candidate. He defeated a BJP rival as counting continued for civic polls across Maharashtra
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BRS working president KT Rama Rao said Telangana should be proud of NITI Aayog naming TS-iPASS the best industrial policy in the country. He said the recognition reflects K Chandrashekhar Rao’s role in building a strong industrial ecosystem
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Shortage of veterinary doctors and poor infrastructure at animal hospitals in Kothagudem district are causing hardship to dairy farmers and pet owners. Many centres lack staff and medicines, forcing farmers to seek private treatment for their cattle.
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Researchers must move beyond conventional methods and ensure their work benefits people below the poverty line, said Prof R S Nirjar at a conference at Maulana Azad National Urdu University, where academicians discussed socially relevant and inclusive research practices.
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Members of the Mesram clan have camped at Keslapur village ahead of the five-day Nagoba Jatara beginning January 18. Sacred rituals, including Mahapuja and Banpen Puja, will be performed as lakhs of tribals from across India gather to worship the serpent god.
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The Hyderabad Cybercrime Unit has warned citizens about rising digital arrest frauds, where scammers pose as officials and threaten legal action to extort money. Police urged people not to panic, avoid sharing details and report such calls immediately.
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A wreath-laying ceremony was held at the War Memorial in Secunderabad to mark the 78th Indian Army Day. Senior officers paid homage to fallen soldiers, recalling the Army’s legacy of sacrifice, bravery and dedication to national security
