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TGTRANSCO has successfully restored power supply across Telangana after Cyclone Montha damaged key substations in Nalgonda and Warangal districts. CMD D Krishna Bhaskar led inspections and praised technical teams for their swift response, which prevented major outages.
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Outdated laws, high logistics costs, and dependence on foreign vessels continue to limit the country’s global competitiveness
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A Chittoor court sentenced five men to death for the 2015 murders of then Mayor Katari Anuradha and her husband Katari Mohan. The couple was brutally killed inside the municipal office over personal and political disputes, shocking Andhra Pradesh
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BRS working president KT Rama Rao launched a scathing attack on Chief Minister Revanth Reddy during a roadshow in Shaikpet, accusing the Congress of derailing Telangana’s economy and dismantling welfare schemes. He declared that a BRS victory in the Jubilee Hills bypoll would signal a political reset and pave the way for K Chandrashekhar Rao’s return.
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A fact-finding team comprising advocates and citizens has demanded a CBI inquiry into the police encounter of Sheikh Riyaz, accused of stabbing constable Pramod. They also seek a court-monitored SIT, forensic re-examination of evidence, and Rs 5 crore compensation for Riyaz’s family.
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The Supreme Court declined to exempt State and UT chief secretaries from appearing physically on November 3 in the stray dogs case, expressing anger over non-compliance with its earlier order and saying there was “no respect” for the court
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The Telangana High Court Division Bench comprising Justices Moushumi Bhattacharya and Gadi Praveen Kumar suspended the interim order relating to Survey Nos. 194 and 195 of Nagaram village, granting relief to senior IAS and IPS officers in the disputed land case
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The Indian community in Jeddah, led by Telugu organisations, celebrated Diwali under the theme ‘Noor-e-Diwali’ at the Indian Consulate. Prominent Saudis and diplomats attended the event featuring cultural performances, music, and traditional rituals symbolising unity and Indian heritage
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Congress leaders Mohammed Ali Shabbir and Adi Srinivas are under scrutiny for allegedly violating the Model Code of Conduct by campaigning at a mosque in Erragadda, Jubilee Hills. The incident mirrors a previous case against BRS leaders for similar actions. During the outreach, Shabbir Ali reiterated the party’s commitment to increasing Muslim reservations from 4 to 10 percent.
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The Telangana government released Rs 1,032 crore towards pending dues of employees and bills under the Panchayat Raj and R&B departments for October. The Finance Department cleared 46,956 bills following Deputy CM Mallu Bhatti Vikramarka’s review meeting at Praja Bhavan
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Telangana Chief Minister A Revanth Reddy announced comprehensive relief measures for flood-affected families, including Rs 5 lakh ex gratia for the deceased, Rs 15,000 for submerged households, and Indiramma housing for the worst-hit.
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Hyderabad City Police Commissioner VC Sajjanar, speaking at Vigilance Awareness Week in Hyderabad, stressed the importance of forming an AI-based Task Force to improve transparency and curb corruption.
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Congress president Mallikarjun Kharge said the RSS should be banned, blaming it and the BJP for most law and order problems. He accused PM Modi of disrespecting Sardar Patel’s legacy by allowing government employees to associate with the Sangh
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Telangana has made little progress on its mandated dam safety evaluation despite a looming 2026 deadline. The Centre has urged the state to prioritise the exercise, but focus remains on Kaleshwaram’s barrages, leaving other critical projects unattended
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The Telangana government on Friday issued transfer orders for several IAS officers. Key changes include Sabyasachi Ghosh’s posting as Special Chief Secretary (Implementation Unit) and new Full Additional Charges for officials across departments including Tribal Welfare, Transport, and General Administration
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At the Rashtriya Ekta Diwas event in Gujarat, Prime Minister Narendra Modi said Jawaharlal Nehru prevented Sardar Vallabhbhai Patel from fully integrating Jammu and Kashmir into India, calling it a “historic mistake” that led to decades of conflict and bloodshed in the region
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A contractor arrested for allegedly harassing a beneficiary’s husband under the Indiramma housing scheme escaped from police custody in Boath mandal, Adilabad. Kamble Satyanarayana fled to Maharashtra after being accused of poor-quality work and financial coercion
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Activist Umar Khalid told the Supreme Court there is no evidence linking him to the 2020 Delhi riots, denying conspiracy charges under UAPA. His counsel argued for bail on parity grounds as the hearing, also involving others, remains inconclusive
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Josh Hazlewood’s three-wicket burst and Mitch Marsh’s quickfire 46 guided Australia to a four-wicket victory over India in the second T20I at Melbourne. Abhishek Sharma’s fighting 68 was the lone bright spot as India were bowled out for 125.
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AAP MP Swati Maliwal has accused Arvind Kejriwal of getting a “Sheesh Mahal” built in Punjab, even grander than the Delhi residence controversy. She alleged misuse of Punjab’s state machinery, including government aircraft, for Kejriwal’s travel and comfort
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In an emotional pre-dawn celebration, Assam witnessed packed theatres for Roi Roi Binale, Zubeen Garg’s final film. The late music icon’s 19-year-old dream project became a symbol of love and farewell as fans celebrated his legacy across the State
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The Supreme Court heard bail pleas of student activists Umar Khalid, Sharjeel Imam, and Gulfisha Fatima in the alleged Delhi riots conspiracy case. Senior advocates argued that the prosecution delayed the trial, with the next hearing scheduled for November 3
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Telangana Grandmaster Raja Rithvik will represent India at the FIDE World Cup 2025, to be held in Goa from November 1 to 27. Rithvik, one of 24 Indian players, will face Nogerbek Kazybek of Kazakhstan in the opening round
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AIMIM president Asaduddin Owaisi has drawn criticism for allegedly contradicting himself by attacking the Congress in Bihar while supporting the party’s candidate in Telangana’s Jubilee Hills bypoll. Netizens and political observers have accused him of engaging in opportunistic politics
