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India’s government says RIL and BP built larger-than-required facilities at KG-D6 fields and failed to meet output targets
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BRS working president KT Rama Rao accused the Congress government of failing to keep its election promises and pushing farmers into distress. He said public sentiment favoured a BRS return and asserted that K Chandrashekhar Rao would be back as Chief Minister.
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Ahead of New Year celebrations, Cyberabad Traffic Police issued an advisory warning cab drivers, pub owners and the public against violations. Drunk-driving checks, surveillance cameras and strict penalties will be enforced across Cyberabad from 8 pm onwards.
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Anti-Corruption Bureau officials conducted surprise checks at the Jammikunta municipal office in Karimnagar following allegations of irregularities. Officials examined files related to town planning, revenue administration and contractor payments as part of the verification process.
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Miyapur police arrested two men from Maharashtra and seized 10.5 grams of MDMA from them following a tip-off. Police said the accused brought the drugs from Mumbai to sell them in Hyderabad ahead of New Year celebrations.
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Crime against women increased in Medak district during the year, according to the annual report released by SP DV Srinivas Rao. While women-related offences rose, the district recorded a significant decline in road accidents and accident-related deaths.
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BRS MLC Dasoju Sravan urged the Telangana government to ensure proper implementation of the RPwD Act, 2016, stating that five per cent reservation in higher education alone was insufficient. He highlighted gaps in awareness, facilities and support for families.
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Senior BRS MLA T Harish Rao accused the Congress government of failing to protect Telangana’s water rights and neglecting farmers. He questioned the reduction in water allocation for the Palamuru-Rangareddy project and pressed for a longer Assembly session
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Cyberabad Traffic Police have announced strict traffic enforcement for New Year celebrations, including drunk-driving checks, penalties for cab refusals and action against bars aiding intoxicated driving. Violators face heavy fines, licence cancellation and possible imprisonment.
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Farmers in Adilabad staged a protest by kneeling down before officials saying that they were being harassed to procure soybean produced in Bela mandal . The farmers said authorities have forced them to return with their crop.
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Spiritual leader Satya Gaura Chandra Dasa Prabhuji explains how the Bhagavad Gita offers guidance on duty, devotion, courage and inner peace. The reflection highlights practical ways to face challenges, overcome fear and serve society through spiritual understanding.
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Lalit Modi has apologised for jokingly calling himself and Vijay Mallya India’s “biggest fugitives” in a social media video. He said the remark was misconstrued, even as India reiterated its resolve to bring back economic offenders.
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Displaced residents of the Sripada Yellampalli irrigation project in Mancherial alleged delay in compensation for land given for the project. They approached the district Collector seeking retrieval and allotment of promised house sites and relief for affected families
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Hyderabad Cybercrime Police busted a major digital arrest fraud involving Rs 1.95 crore and arrested two persons from Gujarat. The accused allegedly operated mule bank accounts linked to multiple cyber fraud cases across several states
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Cyberabad Police have imposed a temporary ban on construction and debris transportation vehicles inside the Outer Ring Road on New Year night. The restriction will be in force from 10.30 pm on December 31 to 2 am on January 1.
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Mental health helpline 1Life has reported a sharp rise in SOS calls from Hyderabad and other districts, handling over 38,000 distress calls in a year. Experts say callers are facing deeper emotional struggles and need sustained support.
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A 32-year-old woman police constable is in critical condition after an alleged suicide attempt in Uppal. Police suspect family-related issues behind the incident. A case has been registered and an investigation is underway.
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The ICC Match Referee has rated the Melbourne Cricket Ground pitch used for the fourth NRMA Insurance Ashes Test as unsatisfactory. England won the match in two days, while Australia continues to lead the series 3-1.
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Hyderabad and many parts of Telangana continue to experience chilly conditions, with some areas recording single-digit temperatures. While the IMD has not issued a cold wave alert, minimum temperatures are expected to stay below normal across the State.
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In a rare incident, two cybercrime police inspectors from Rachakonda were cheated in separate online fraud cases involving fake TTD tickets and a bogus stock trading scheme, losing nearly Rs 43 lakh. Police have launched investigations.
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Ahead of New Year celebrations, Hyderabad City Police intensified anti-drug surveillance by deploying special cluster teams across the city. Surprise checks were conducted at pubs and clubs, with one person testing positive for cannabis during the special drive.
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The Unnao rape case survivor welcomed the Supreme Court’s stay on Kuldeep Sengar’s Delhi High Court-granted bail, expressing faith in the judiciary. The apex court also issued notice to Sengar and will hear the matter after four weeks
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The Supreme Court has stayed the Delhi High Court’s order suspending expelled BJP leader Kuldeep Singh Sengar’s life sentence in the 2017 Unnao rape case. Sengar remains in jail, and the matter will be heard after four weeks
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In Kanagarthi village, Peddapalli district, a land dispute between two farmers turned deadly on Monday, resulting in the death of Aadi Rajaiah, son of Mallaiah. Police have registered a case and launched an investigation