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The Indian Roller, or palapitta, Telangana’s state bird, has been moved to the ‘Near Threatened’ category on the IUCN Red List following a sharp population decline. The State of Indian Birds–2023 report and recent Hyderabad Bird Atlas survey highlight the species’ alarming drop.
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Twelve migrant workers from Telangana, stranded in Jordan without funds or permission to return, have appealed for help through a video message. Responding swiftly, BRS leader T. Harish Rao contacted the group and escalated the issue to state and central authorities, including the Ministry of External Affairs.
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The traditional Indian thali, long overlooked in favour of fad diets and imported superfoods, is being re-evaluated as a model of balanced nutrition. Researchers from NIN, FSSAI, and PHFI are promoting its inherent design through the ‘Let’s Fix Our Food’ initiative.
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A three-month-old infant died shortly after receiving polio drops in Bhimra village, Kangti mandal, Sangareddy district, raising alarm among locals. Health officials have launched an inquiry, though no similar cases have been reported from the same batch of vials.
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A plumber, Mohammed Shadab (35), was found dead at his house in Falaknuma, reportedly over family issues. Police have registered a case and begun investigation into the circumstances surrounding his death
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Hyderabad Cybercrime Police arrested 59 people across India in September for their role in online frauds, including investment and matrimonial scams. The police also helped victims recover Rs 86.64 lakh lost in various cyber fraud cases
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A tiger believed to have strayed from Tadoba National Park in Maharashtra triggered panic in Navegaon and Itikalpahad villages of Sirpur (T) mandal, Telangana. Authorities have confirmed pugmarks at the site and advised residents to remain vigilant and avoid solitary movement.
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Actor and TVK president Vijay is expected to visit Karur on October 15 or 17 to console families of the 41 victims of a stampede during a party rally. Police approval is awaited, and financial aid will be handed over in person
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Congress leaders in the erstwhile Adilabad district are lobbying intensely for DCC president posts across Adilabad, Nirmal, Mancherial, and Kumram Bheem Asifabad. Observers from AICC and TPCC are assessing aspirants as local body elections draw closer.
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A Class VII student, Ade Vijay, of Mahatma Jyotiba Phule Residential School in Kumram Bheem Asifabad was bitten by a non-venomous snake while bathing in the hostel restroom. He was shifted to Kagaznagar hospital and is now in stable condition.
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Following the selection of V. Naveen Yadav as the Congress candidate for Jubilee Hills by-election, Telangana Congress leaders are working to placate disappointed aspirants, including former MP Anjan Kumar Yadav and GHMC Corporator CN Reddy, amid concerns over party priorities and future representation.
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Discontent grows across Telangana as Congress fails to deliver on promises to BCs, Muslims, employees, farmers, and unemployed youth. Delayed reservations, disputed land allotments, and unresolved arrears could influence voter sentiment in the Jubilee Hills by-election and local body polls.
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The notification for the Jubilee Hills Assembly by-election will be issued on Monday. Nominations open the same day. Polling will be held on November 11, and the Election Commission has appointed Sanjiv Kumar Lal as Expenditure Observer
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A woman from Jagtial allegedly tried to end her life at her lover’s house in Huzurabad after he got engaged to another woman. She consumed a bathroom cleaner and is being treated at Huzurabad Area Hospital
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Police arrested two men in Telangana for growing cannabis in separate cases, seizing 80 plants worth Rs 5 lakh. Drones are being used to detect illegal cultivation, with 55 cases registered and 560 plants seized since June
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A fire at BRC Apartments in Manikonda on Sunday caused panic among residents. Believed to have started due to a short circuit, the fire was quickly controlled. Three people were injured while rushing out of the building
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BRS leader K.T. Rama Rao accused CM Revanth Reddy of betrayal, corruption, and demolitions ahead of the Jubilee Hills bypoll, urging voters to reject Congress’s “false promises” and restore development under BRS leadership by electing candidate Maganti Sunitha.
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Cyberabad police booked 478 persons for drunk driving during weekend checks. Most were two-wheeler riders. Medchal and KPHB areas reported the highest numbers. Offenders face court action, with several found having dangerously high alcohol levels
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West Indies fast bowler Jayden Seales was fined 25% of his match fee and handed one demerit point for throwing the ball at India’s Yashasvi Jaiswal during the second Test in New Delhi. The ICC Match Referee deemed the throw unnecessary and inappropriate.
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The Andhra Cricket Association honoured legendary cricketer Mithali Raj by naming a stand at the Dr YSR–VDCA–ACA Stadium in Visakhapatnam after her. Another gate was named after former Andhra player R Kalpana
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Dr Reddy’s Laboratories and Zydus Lifesciences are recalling certain medicines from the US after USFDA found manufacturing and quality issues. The recalls, affecting muscle relaxant and hepatitis B drugs, are precautionary and classified as moderate-risk (Class II)
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BRS has intensified its Jubilee Hills by-election campaign, led by leaders Ravichandra and Srinivas Goud, accusing the Congress government of failing on promises. They’re urging voters to support Maganti Sunitha Gopinath, promoting BRS as the true people’s voice
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Inspector Bhawna Chaudhary has become the first woman flight engineer in the BSF air wing’s history after completing an in-house training programme. The initiative, launched due to a shortage of flight engineers, marks a significant milestone for the force
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The SIT probing the Sabarimala gold theft has booked former Travancore Devaswom Board members and top officials for alleged misappropriation of temple gold during the 2019 electroplating works, following Kerala High Court directives and vigilance reports on irregularities
