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Swami Avimukteshwaranand Saraswati has challenged a Magh Mela administration notice questioning his use of the Shankaracharya title, warning of contempt and defamation action, amid a long-running Supreme Court dispute over the Jyotish Peeth headship

A five-year-old boy was injured after being attacked by a pack of stray dogs while playing outside his home in Suraram. Residents rescued the child and shifted him to hospital. Locals have raised concerns over rising stray dog attacks in the area.

Congress Ministers and MLAs in Telangana are facing widespread public protests ahead of municipal elections, with citizens openly confronting them over unfulfilled promises and welfare schemes. In several districts, women refused to accept sarees or raised questions about delayed assistance and irregularities in schemes.

Bengaluru police arrested a 23-year-old Kerala native for allegedly stealing women’s undergarments and filming himself wearing them. CCTV footage led to his arrest. Police recovered stolen items and booked him under relevant sections of the Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita

Parents of Hyderabad Public School, Ramanthapur, have complained to the Chief Minister over steep fee hikes of up to 141 per cent in four years and the absence of a PTA. They have sought an audit, regulatory oversight and rejection of unethical fee increases.

Andhra Pradesh Assembly Speaker Chintakayala Ayyanna Patrudu suggested a ‘no work, no pay’ policy and Right to Recall for MLAs who skip House proceedings, citing concerns over absentee legislators and declining accountability in legislatures

Authorities launched a cleanup drive at Durgam Cheruvu, deploying heavy machinery to remove weeds and hyacinth after pollution concerns were highlighted. Sewer line works have also begun to stop sewage inflow, and water quality tests will follow upon completion.

A headmistress of a Zilla Parishad High School in Sangareddy was suspended for compromising student safety by transporting students in a DCM vehicle to a science fair, violating departmental instructions and safety norms

The Congress government in Telangana is facing criticism after senior ministers Ponguleti Srinivas Reddy and D Sridhar Babu met executives of Greenko at the World Economic Forum in Davos, even as the company is under investigation in the Formula-E race controversy.

The TTV Dhinakaran-led AMMK rejoined the NDA in Tamil Nadu ahead of the Assembly polls. Welcomed by BJP and AIADMK leaders, Dhinakaran described past differences with the AIADMK as a “sibling rivalry” and vowed to defeat the DMK alliance

AIMIM’s newly elected corporator Sahar Sheikh sparked controversy with remarks about painting Mumbra “green” in her victory speech. While rivals alleged religious overtones, she clarified that the reference was to her party flag as AIMIM made gains in Thane

Several major junctions in Hyderabad, including KBR Park and Jubilee Hills Check Post, lack zebra crossings, making road crossing unsafe during peak hours. Commuters have urged GHMC to prioritise road safety by repainting and maintaining pedestrian markings, especially after heavy rains fade them.

KPHB police arrested two unqualified technicians at MedQuest Diagnostic Centre after a woman died during a CT scan last year. The DMHO found their certificates to be fake. Authorities suspect negligence, as the patient developed complications following a dye contrast injection.

Saidabad police arrested Sai Charan, the driver accused of a hit-and-run that killed motorcyclist Sunil Kumar on Champapet Road. The car dragged the motorcycle for about 50 metres. Charan was arrested four days after the incident while he was absconding.

Hyundai Motor India Limited (HMIL) has announced its foray into the commercial mobility sector with the launch of Prime HB and Prime SD, two purpose-built taxi models. HMIL said the launch underscores Hyundai’s commitment to hassle-free ownership in the commercial segment.

A 50-year-old e-rickshaw driver has died in Indore, with his family blaming contaminated drinking water in Bhagirathpura for a diarrhoea outbreak. While residents claim higher fatalities, official reports cite fewer deaths as investigations continue

South Central Railway operated 209 special trains between January 7 and 18 to manage the Sankranti travel rush. SCR carried about one crore passengers, nearly 10 lakh more than last year, and strengthened crowd control, ticketing and security arrangements across major stations.

The Kerala High Court dismissed bail pleas in the Sabarimala gold heist case, calling it an organised plunder. The court said the accused acted in concert, could influence the probe and directed full recovery of the missing gold

Over 200 contract and outsourcing healthcare workers staged a protest at ESIC Hospital, Nacharam, demanding release of salaries pending for five months. Workers blamed delays in fund release and lapses by outsourcing agencies for the crisis.

NASA astronaut Sunita Williams has retired after a 27-year career marked by three missions to the International Space Station and multiple records. Currently in India, she shared experiences from her extended space mission during an interaction in New Delhi

The Hyderabad Literary Festival 2026 will be held from January 24 to 26 at Hitec City, featuring literature, climate conversations and music. Governor Jishnu Dev Varma will inaugurate the event, with Nobel laureate Kailash Satyarthi as guest of honour.

A major fire broke out in a provision store at the Monda Market area in Secunderabad on Wednesday evening. No casualties were reported. Fire officials suspect a short circuit, and swift action prevented the blaze from spreading to nearby shops.

Police in Kozhikode arrested a woman accused of abetment to suicide after a man died days after she shared a viral video alleging sexual harassment on a bus. Investigators are examining CCTV footage and digital evidence

A mega job fair will be held on January 24 at Gulzar Function Hall, Hyderabad, offering employment opportunities across multiple sectors. Candidates with SSC qualification can attend free interviews conducted on the spot. Work-from-home options will also be available.