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A high-level committee finalised eight names for the Central Information Commission, with five from disadvantaged sections, including SC, ST, OBC, and minorities. Sources dismissed Rahul Gandhi's claim that the list lacked representation from marginalized communities
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The Ordnance Factory Medak carried out annual flotation trials of BMP-II infantry combat vehicles and variants at Malkapur Lake, validating their amphibious and terrain-handling capabilities. The factory, established in 1984, manufactures a wide range of ICVs for the Indian Army
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A group of former Supreme Court and High Court judges has condemned the attempted impeachment of Justice G R Swaminathan of Madras High Court, calling it a “brazen” move that threatens judicial independence and undermines constitutional democracy
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Hyderabad Cybercrime Police recovered nearly Rs 6.20 lakh in two cases of online fraud after victims reported within the ‘golden hour’. Fake APKs accessed OTPs and credit card details. Officials urged citizens to use official app stores and report suspicious transactions
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The Faridabad and Red Fort blast investigations reveal that Jaish-e-Mohammad is creating proxy modules in India with minimal direct oversight, enabling Pakistan’s ISI to push deniable, low-visibility terror operations. Security agencies warn that similar self-inspired cells may proliferate nationwide
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Singareni Coal Collieries Limited will host the Company Level Cricket Tournament at Kothagudem from December 16 to 18. Six teams will compete, and the winners will qualify for the Coal India inter company event. Officials are preparing facilities and accommodation for players.
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The Union Cabinet has approved Rs 11,718 crore for India’s first fully digital Census, scheduled in two phases from April 2026 to February 2027. The exercise will include electronic caste data collection and deploy nearly 30 lakh field staff using mobile app-based systems
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BRS leader Dasoju Sravan said the party’s wins in gram panchayat elections showed rural anger against the Congress government. He criticised the reported Rs 100 crore spend on the Messi event and accused the government of failing to fulfil its election promises
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Animal activists from SAFI and PETA India facilitated the registration of an FIR at the Bollaram Police Station after men were seen biting a goat’s neck during a public sacrifice. The FIR invokes sections under BNS, TABSP Act, and PCA Act
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RGUKT Basar student P Vagdevi was felicitated after showcasing her innovative multipurpose crop protector model at a national-level science exhibition in Bhopal. Vice-Chancellor Prof A Govardhan praised her achievement and encouraged other students to draw inspiration from her success.
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Sangareddy MLA Chintha Prabhakar congratulated the newly elected sarpanches and expressed confidence that the BRS would return to power in the next Assembly elections. He credited the party cadres for their efforts and said voters continued to trust the BRS commitment to development.
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South Central Railway has extended special trains to handle passenger rush during the Winter and Sankranti festival season. Additional services will operate on routes including Secunderabad–Anakapalle, Hyderabad–Gorakhpur and Machilipatnam–Ajmer, with halts at major stations across several States
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Guntakandla Ramachandra Reddy, 95, has been elected sarpanch of Nagaram village in Suryapet district, defeating younger candidates. Fondly called Bapu, the nonagenarian actively campaigned, earning massive support and making history in Telangana’s rural politics.
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Khandani Rajdhani returns to Hyderabad with a new Lakeshore Mall outlet, offering authentic Gujarati and Rajasthani thalis curated by Maharaj Bhawar Singh. Guests can enjoy unlimited seasonal favourites, from Surti Undhiyu to Gajar Halwa, in a contemporary dining space
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Two women, both above 80, won sarpanch posts in Manthani mandal. Kasipeta Venkatamma won Uppatla with 501 votes against Badikela Swarupa’s 260, while Godari Laxmi secured the Siripuram seat in the gram panchayat elections on Thursday.
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BRS performed strongly in the first phase of gram panchayat elections in Siddipet district, winning 76 villages, while Congress secured 60. BJP and independents won 11 each. Campaigning has intensified ahead of the second phase scheduled for Sunday
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KTR congratulated BRS-backed sarpanch and ward member winners in the first phase of gram panchayat polls and said the results showed growing public anger against the Congress government. He accused Chief Minister Revanth Reddy of failed governance and betrayal of rural Telangana
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RSS Telangana, in association with all Gurudwaras of the state, will hold the 350th Shaheedi Samagam on December 14 at Jal Vihar, Hyderabad, commemorating Guru Tegh Bahadur Sahib Ji and the supreme sacrifices of Bhai Mati Das, Bhai Sati Das, and Bhai Dayala Ji
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Kasavena Komuraiah won the Kakarlapalli sarpanch seat in Manthani mandal after a tie with Monda Rajaiah, with both polling 391 votes. A recount confirmed the deadlock, prompting a draw of lots through which Komuraiah was declared the winner.
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A migrant tiger sighted near an underground mine in Srirampur triggered panic among coal miners and locals. Officials issued alerts and began awareness measures as multiple transient and resident tigers are suspected to be moving across forests in Mancherial and Kumram Bheem Asifabad districts
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New surveys show a sharp rise in diabetes and pre-diabetes among adolescents in Telangana, with growing obesity levels and poor physical activity. Health experts and NIN are calling for stricter controls and health taxes on sugary drinks and high-fat, high-sugar foods
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Tension prevailed in Afzalgunj as GHMC officials, backed by police, demolished footpath encroachments following High Court orders. Shopkeepers and AIMIM supporters protested the operation, claiming they received no notice. Police eventually restored order and the demolition was completed
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Novo Nordisk has launched its once-weekly diabetes and weight-management drug Ozempic in India. The semaglutide-based GLP-1 agonist improves glycaemic control, supports weight loss and may reduce cardiovascular and kidney risks. Prices start at Rs 8,800 per month for the lowest dose
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The Supreme Court on Friday dismissed a petition seeking directions to minimise earthquake damage, noting that seismic preparedness is a government policy matter. The bench questioned the petitioner’s arguments, remarking, “Should we relocate everyone to the moon?” while refusing to consider media reports
