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Cotton farmers in Narayanpet, supported by former BRS MLA C. Rammohan Reddy and other leaders, were booked by Maganuru police after staging a protest demanding procurement of their stocks. Nearly 50 farmers gathered at the Vadvat Basaweswara Ginning Mill gate on November 17, blocking the national highway for four hours after the mill refused to buy their produce.
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A 38-year-old woman, from Toopran in Medak district, died by suicide after alleged harassment from microfinance companies over loan repayments. Unable to bear the pressure of moneylender, she ended her life on Sunday.
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The Extra Mile Foundation organised the 4th edition of Premiethon – The Hope Run at T-Works, Raidurg, on Sunday, drawing over 2,500 participants. Held to mark World Prematurity Day and World Newborn Week, the event highlighted the urgent need to strengthen neonatal care for premature babies.
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The two-day auto show organised by Telangana Today and Namaste Telangana concluded at Ambedkar Stadium in Karimnagar on Sunday. The event featured two-wheelers, four-wheelers, high-end cars and electric vehicles from leading automobile companies, alongside stalls by banks offering loan details.
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Chief Minister A. Revanth Reddy is visiting New Delhi to attend the swearing-in of Chief Justice Suryakanth, but speculation suggests he may also meet AICC leaders to discuss Telangana’s political situation.
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The wedding of Indian women’s cricket star Smriti Mandhana and music composer Palash Munchal, scheduled in Sangli on Sunday, was postponed indefinitely after her father Shrinivas Mandhana suffered a cardiac complication. Mandhana, deeply attached to her father, decided to defer the ceremony until his recovery.
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As the Congress government prepares for Praja Palana celebrations, former Sarpanches in Telangana have announced protests at Gram Panchayat Offices from December 1 to 9, demanding clearance of pending bills worth Rs 531 crore and implementation of 42 per cent reservation for Backward Classes in panchayat elections.
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Factionalism within the Congress in Sangareddy has stalled the appointment of a new District Congress Committee president, with the AICC unable to reach consensus. Strong opposition from Zaheerabad MP Suresh Shetkar and Narayankhed MLA Patlolla Sanjeeva Reddy has blocked the proposal to appoint NRI leader Ujwal Reddy.
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The BRS has announced a crucial meeting of its BC leaders at Telangana Bhavan to decide the party’s future course of action over the Congress government’s failure to implement its promise of 42 per cent reservation for Backward Classes. Former Minister Talasani Srinivas Yadav accused the Congress of deceiving BCs by failing to conduct a proper caste census.
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A young woman doctor from Guntur, Andhra Pradesh, died by suicide in Hyderabad, reportedly dejected over her US visa not being approved. Dr. Rohini, who had completed her medical studies in Russia, was keen on pursuing higher studies and practising in the United States. She had already visited the US to make arrangements for residency but was awaiting a J1 visa for several months.
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Physical directors and physical education teachers of TGSWREIS colleges in Hyderabad have urged the State government not to burden them with non-core duties such as caretaker or warden roles. In a representation to Social Welfare Minister Adluri Laxman, they said additional responsibilities beyond their job chart are causing burnout, health risks and reducing the quality of sports training.
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Pakistan, led by Muhammad Asif, defeated Hong Kong China ‘B’ 3-2 in a thrilling final to win their third team title at the World Cup of Snooker in Muscat. The victory followed a semifinal upset over India ‘A’
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The Congress government in Telangana is facing criticism over its Hyderabad Industrial Lands Transformation Policy (HILTP), which allows conversion of industrial lands within the Outer Ring Road. Industries Minister D. Sridhar Babu defended the policy, citing demand for land and examples from other States.
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Activists of the BC Welfare Association staged a protest in Karimnagar on Sunday, burning copies of GO 46 and accusing the State government of betraying the Backward Classes by reducing their reservation in local body elections from 42 per cent to 22 per cent. The protesters alleged that the Congress government had broken its manifesto promise and damaged the community’s political future.
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A Technical Expert Committee probing the June 30 blast at Sigachi Industries in Pashamylaram has held the management responsible for gross safety violations. The 278-page report revealed that combustible MCC dust, untrained workers operating faulty machinery, and inadequate firefighting systems led to the explosion that killed 54 workers.
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The Congress government in Telangana faces criticism from the BRS over repeated delays in operationalising the Telangana Institute of Medical Sciences facilities at LB Nagar, Sanathnagar and Alwal. Despite multiple announcements, including a promise to open the Sanathnagar facility within 30 days of October 23, no progress has been made.
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Choppadandi MLA Medipally Satyam’s convoy was involved in an accident near Puduru in Kodimial Mandal on Sunday. A collision with an oncoming vehicle triggered a chain reaction, damaging several cars in the convoy. Fortunately, no injuries were reported as airbags deployed.
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The Sreenidhian Thunderbolts defeated the Meenakshi Mavericks in a tense playoff at the Telangana Premier Golf League after regulation play ended 3–3. The Hyderabad Golf Association match showcased skill and composure, with Thunderbolts holding nerve to secure victory
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Abhinav Deshwal clinched India’s 15th shooting medal at the Tokyo Summer Deaflympics, winning gold in the 25m Pistol event with a score of 44. He edged past South Korea’s Seung Hwa Lee, while Chetan Hanmant Sapkal finished fifth
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Liverpool’s Premier League title defense suffered another blow with a 3-0 home defeat to Nottingham Forest, leaving them 11th. Manchester City also lost 2-1 at Newcastle, while Chelsea closed in on leaders Arsenal with a 2-0 win at Burnley
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Over 1500 runners joined XL Runathon-2025 at Gachibowli, Hyderabad, celebrating XLRI’s 75-year milestone. The 10K, 5K, and 2K runs were flagged off by alumni and aimed to support free education initiatives for underprivileged students
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India’s women’s blind cricket team created history by winning the inaugural Women’s T20 World Cup for the Blind in Colombo. Khula Sharir’s unbeaten 44 guided India to a seven-wicket win over Nepal, capping an unbeaten campaign across the six-team tournament
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Senuran Muthusamy’s maiden hundred and Marco Jansen’s explosive 93 powered South Africa to 489 in the second Test against India in Guwahati. Indian spinners struggled on a flat track, leaving the hosts trailing 0-1 in the series at stumps
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The NCC Directorate of Andhra Pradesh & Telangana celebrated its 78th NCC Day at Mehdipatnam, Hyderabad, with cadets, Defence personnel, and alumni. The event included parades, cultural performances, horse shows, and recognition of cadet achievements at national-level camps
