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A barber from Ragothampally village in Dubbak mandal has promised free haircut and shaving services to all male voters for five years if his wife wins the ward election. Srikanth made the pledge through a social media video that went viral locally.

BRS president K Chandrashekhar Rao condoled the death of senior video journalist Damodar of India Today. He said Damodar had been active in covering the Telangana movement since the party’s early days and described his passing as a great loss.

A delegation from Bordeaux Métropole, led by senior French officials, met GHMC Commissioner RV Karnan in Hyderabad to review ongoing urban heritage and infrastructure projects. Over the coming days, the delegation will assess heritage initiatives across the city and draft a proposal for collaboration between Bordeaux and Hyderabad.

The Gujarat ATS arrested a retired Army Subedar from Goa and a woman tutor from Daman for passing sensitive military information to Pakistani intelligence. The duo, lured by financial gain and honeytrapping, shared details about troop movements, war exercises, and officer transfers via text and malware

A sarpanch candidate’s husband died by suicide in Somaripet village, Nirmal district. Locals alleged he faced pressure from Congress leaders to withdraw his wife’s nomination. BRS demanded a police investigation and said every citizen has the right to contest village polls.

A global survey by Radical Storage ranked Hyderabad as the 18th dirtiest city worldwide, the only Indian city on the list. Based on traveler reviews of cleanliness, hygiene, and pollution at tourist spots, the ranking highlights a gap between official efforts and public experience.

IndiGo’s widespread flight cancellations continued at Hyderabad’s RGI Airport, affecting 68 flights and disrupting travel for thousands. The airline blamed technology glitches, schedule changes, and crew shortages. Passengers faced uncertainty and poor communication on revised timings and alternatives.

Hyderabad cybercrime police arrested three youths from Rajasthan for providing bank accounts to ‘digital arrest’ fraudsters. A victim lost Rs 37.70 lakh, while a total of Rs 3 crore was transferred nationwide. Police seized mobile phones and launched further investigations.

Five members of one family filed nominations from Hirapur gram panchayat in Indervelli, causing confusion among villagers. Former sarpanch Lakshmibai, her daughter-in-law and three sons remain in the fray. In a separate case, three siblings filed nominations in Emayikunta.

The Supreme Court directed States to provide additional staff to the Election Commission to ease the workload on booth-level officers engaged in the Special Intensive Revision of electoral rolls, following complaints of extreme pressure, FIRs, and deaths by suicide among BLOs

JNTU-Hyderabad students protested against recent fee hikes, including exam, online services, transcript, and certificate processing fees. Activists warned of escalating the issue to the State government or High Court, submitting a representation to university authorities demanding an immediate rollback.

The Cyberabad police website, www.cyberabadpolice.gov.in , is now live after temporary downtime for maintenance and upgradation. Citizens can access information and services online, with authorities confirming full restoration of the portal for public use.

The Bombay High Court granted bail to former Delhi University professor Hany Babu, citing over five years of incarceration without trial in the Elgar Parishad case. The NIA’s request to stay the order was rejected as the trial remains far from completion.

Over 18.82 lakh Indian students are studying across 153 countries, with Canada hosting the highest number. The MEA revealed rising deportations linked to visa violations, incomplete documentation and enrolment issues, while highlighting advisories, support mechanisms and recent evacuation efforts for students abroad

Erstwhile Adilabad recorded 2,730 nominations for 514 gram panchayats in the second phase of polls. Districts including Adilabad, Mancherial, Nirmal and Kumram Bheem Asifabad saw large filings. Polling is on December 14 and counting will be held the same day

YS Jagan Mohan Reddy criticised the Chandrababu Naidu government for alleged failures in agriculture, education and healthcare, and accused it of misusing institutions to target YSRCP leaders. He claimed corruption, political vendetta and deteriorating welfare services under the coalition regime

Transport services across Telangana were temporarily disrupted due to a major technical glitch in the Vahan and Sarathi central servers in Delhi. Citizens faced long queues at RTA offices, but services resumed after officials and the Transport Minister intervened.

Union Minister Nitin Gadkari said India will implement a barrier-free, electronic toll collection system nationwide within a year. Rolled out at 10 locations, the FASTag and AI-based system aims to reduce congestion and enhance motorist experience on highways

Shadnagar Police conducted a Flag March in four villages of Farooqnagar Mandal ahead of Gram Panchayat elections to ensure peaceful polling. Officers engaged with residents, reviewed critical locations, and encouraged reporting of suspicious activity, demonstrating election-focused preparedness.

Former GHMC corporator Najma Sultana, wife of two-time Karwan MLA Syed Kausar Mohiuddin, has filed her nomination for Baswapur sarpanch post. The December 17 election sees local youth contesting despite Mohiuddin’s push for a unanimous outcome

Villagers across Adilabad district are on edge after tiger pugmarks were spotted near Odduguda and other villages. Forest officials have deployed trackers and advised locals to avoid forests, suspecting a tiger may have migrated from Tadoba Andhari Tiger Reserve

BRS working president KT Rama Rao expressed shock over the sudden death of India Today video journalist Damodar. He had earlier asked party leaders to ensure proper medical care. Rama Rao conveyed condolences and said the party would support the bereaved family.

BJP leaders filed a complaint at Saroornagar Police alleging that Telangana Chief Minister A Revanth Reddy made derogatory remarks against Sanatana Dharma and Hindu deities. Police said the complaint is under examination, with leaders demanding immediate legal action.

Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman announced the Health and National Security Cess, levied only on demerit goods like pan masala, with revenues shared with states for health schemes. The move complements GST and aims to deter consumption while funding national priorities