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Hyderabad YMCA defeated Mustangs 70-64 in a thrilling Level II stage match of the annual basketball league for the G M Sampath Kumar Trophy. Vishwanath led the charge with 17 points as YMCA maintained their lead in a close contest

BRS working president KT Rama Rao criticised the Congress government for failing to keep promises in 22 months, attacking its bus fare hike, alleging RTC privatisation plans and faulting urban governance. He voiced confidence in BRS ahead of the Jubilee Hills by-election

Farmers in Kuchulapur village, Adilabad, faced long queues to buy urea on Monday due to a severe shortage. Cotton, paddy and other crop growers placed Aadhar cards and land titles to mark their turn at the distribution centre

Senior Maoist Manda Ruben, known for the 1991 Jagdalpur jailbreak and carrying a Rs 8 lakh bounty, surrendered before Warangal police. Ruben, aged 67, inactive due to ill health, wanted to live with his family after decades underground.

Chief Electoral Officer C Sudharshan Reddy held a meeting with political parties ahead of the Jubilee Hills by-election. New reforms include candidate photos on EVMs, voter caps, AI-based monitoring, additional women polling personnel, and real-time turnout tracking

Mohd Salman, president of Hyderabad Youth Courage, accused the Congress government of cheating minorities over graveyard land in Jubilee Hills and Erragadda. He said the party misled Muslims twice in two days and warned locals about further actions.

Dalit organisations across Karimnagar protested against BC Welfare Minister Ponnam Prabhakar for allegedly making derogatory remarks against SC, ST and Minorities Welfare Minister Adluri Laxman Kumar. Activists burnt effigies and demanded an unconditional apology, warning of intensified agitation

Nissan has confirmed the launch of its all-new compact SUV, Tekton, in India by mid-2026. Inspired by Nissan Patrol, it will rival the Hyundai Creta, built on the CMF-B platform, and manufactured in India for domestic sales and exports.

KNRUHS has extended the reporting deadline for MBBS/BDS students allotted seats under the management quota in the second phase of counselling. Candidates must report with original documents and pay fees by 2 PM, October 13, 2025, or risk cancellation

Actor and TVK chief Vijay has begun video calls to families affected by the Karur rally stampede, offering condolences, Rs 20 lakh support, and pledging in-person visits while reviewing safety protocols, after facing backlash for initially staying away from the tragedy site

IRCTC will run the ‘Bhavya Gujarat’ Bharat Gaurav Tourist Train from October 26 to November 4. The 10-day journey covers major temples and heritage sites in Gujarat. It includes travel, stay, meals, insurance, and tour assistance. Bookings are now open

Intelligence sources reveal that ISKP, backed by Pakistan’s ISI, is collaborating with LeT to target Baloch nationalists, Taliban factions, and Indian Kashmir. The alliance signals Pakistan’s attempt to revive militancy while leveraging terror networks under deep-state supervision

KNRUHS has allowed MBBS students admitted under the competent authority quota to leave their course without any penalty until 3 PM on October 8, 2025. After this deadline, a penalty will apply. Discontinued students can’t attend future counseling rounds

BJP MP M Raghunandan Rao visited Borabanda to support locals protesting the proposed Muslim graveyard at Erragadda. Residents expressed concerns about the burial ground in the middle of residential areas and demanded that the government abandon the plan

Cyberabad, Hyderabad’s key IT and business region, is facing major traffic problems due to rapid development and too many vehicles. Long delays, jams, and poor infrastructure are affecting daily life. Authorities are working on solutions like metro, buses, and road redesigns

Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman highlighted the risks of deepfake videos and AI-driven fraud, calling for stronger defences to protect public trust. She emphasised innovation must be secure, resilient, and inclusive, praising SEBI’s efforts to curb investor impersonation

A special exhibition showcasing the life of Asaf Jah VIII, Mukarram Jah Bahadur, opened at Chowmahalla Palace on October 7. Inaugurated by Azmet Jah, the exhibit features over 250 rare photographs, personal artefacts, and documents from the royal archives

The Supreme Court has directed the Election Commission to provide details of 3.66 lakh voters excluded from Bihar’s final electoral roll following the Special Intensive Revision. The EC said most additions are new voters, with no complaints from excluded individuals

Mental health issues like depression, anxiety, and schizophrenia may not just come from the brain — they’re also linked to the immune system. Low immunity and inflammation can affect mood and behaviour. Improving immunity may help mental well-being and recovery

Civil Aviation Minister K Rammohan Naidu dismissed allegations of manipulation in the investigation into the Air India plane crash that killed 260 people, saying the probe by the Aircraft Accident Investigation Bureau is transparent and conducted as per rules

Nalla Narasimha Reddy Education Society’s Group of Institutions signed an MoU with IRISET to enhance skills in students and faculty. The partnership will offer training and collaborative programs through the ECE department and Industry Institute Interaction Cell (IIIC)

Several industries, hotels, and water plants in Mancherial district are illegally drawing groundwater in violation of Government Order No.15, officials said. The unchecked extraction is causing environmental damage and revenue loss, prompting calls for a vigilance committee and stricter enforcement.

A 10th-century hero stone from Eleswaram has been identified at the Telangana Heritage Museum in Panugallu. It honours a warrior named Kakayya, who died in battle in 996 CE. The Telugu-Kannada inscription describes his bravery and sacrifice

Opposition MLAs in Kerala disrupted Assembly proceedings for the second day, demanding the resignation of the Devaswom Minister over alleged irregularities in Sabarimala’s gold-plated idols. The government defended itself, citing the SIT probe ordered by the Kerala High Court