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The Telangana State government has released Rs 713 crore to clear pending bills for December, following pressure from the BRS in the Legislative Assembly. Former Minister T Harish Rao criticised the Congress government for acting only under pressure, highlighting unpaid allowances and demanding implementation of the Pay Revision Commission and restoration of the Old Pension Scheme.

BRS president and former CM K Chandrashekhar Rao extended New Year greetings to the people of Telangana, pledging that his party would continue to safeguard public interests as the principal opposition. Chief Minister A Revanth Reddy also conveyed greetings, expressing confidence that the government would advance towards the Telangana Rising Vision 2047.

By sending External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar to Khaleda Zia’s funeral, India signals cautious outreach to Bangladesh’s emerging political order

Newly appointed BRS deputy floor leaders in the Legislative Assembly and Council met party president K Chandrashekhar Rao at his Erravelli residence to express gratitude for their appointments. Senior MLAs Harish Rao and Sabitha Indra Reddy, along with MLCs L Ramana, Pochampally Srinivas Reddy and Deshapathi Srinivas, were part of the delegation.

YouTuber Anvesh, known for his channel Naa Anveshana, has been booked at Khammam Urban police station following a complaint alleging objectionable remarks against Hindu goddesses Sita and Draupadi. The complaint was filed by Satyanarayana Rao of Danavaigudem village.

The Telangana Postal Circle has launched a student parcel discount scheme offering a ten percent rebate on speed post and retail parcel bookings. The scheme, effective from January 1, 2026, applies to bona fide students across all post offices in Telangana.

BRS working president KT Rama Rao has issued a stern ultimatum to the Congress government, demanding the immediate implementation of the flagship 'Worker to Owner' scheme before Sankranti. He accused the government of deliberately stalling the project, which aims to empower weavers by turning them into entrepreneurs.

Dubai has cemented its reputation as a premier New Year’s Eve destination, with 2026 celebrations featuring fireworks at 40 locations, including the flagship Burj Khalifa countdown billed as the “Brightest Show on Earth.” Airfares from Hyderabad to Dubai surged to over 1000 Dirhams, while hotel rooms skyrocketed to 1200-1400 Dirhams amid heavy demand from Indian visitors.

South Central Railway (SCR) has advised passengers at Secunderabad Railway Station to use parking facilities on Platform No. 10, as parking at Platform No. 1 has been temporarily suspended due to redevelopment works. However, pick-up and drop are permitted at Platform No. 1 for short durations.

A Krishnaveni School bus caught fire near RGIA police station while en route from Champapet to Shamshabad for a picnic. Thanks to the quick action of the driver, all students were safely evacuated and no injuries were reported.

The Telangana Gig and Platform Workers Union has announced free transportation services in Hyderabad to prevent drunk driving during New Year celebrations. Around 500 vehicles, including cabs and auto-rickshaws, will operate across the city from late night till early morning

Landmark Hospitals, Hyderabad, has introduced MyMobility, an AI-enabled digital care platform for joint replacement patients. Developed by Zimmer Biomet, the platform offers end-to-end care, AI-based recovery monitoring and integration with robotic joint replacement technology.

The Secunderabad Government Railway Police (GRP) reported 2607 crime cases in 2025, a decline from 2835 in 2024. While thefts and bodily offences remained high, molestation and POCSO cases rose. Deaths from rail mishaps were reduced, but property losses increased to Rs 4.89 crore.

GHMC may be divided into three units in February 2026 after the current council term ends. Commissioner R V Karnan highlighted 2025 achievements, including sanitation awards, engineering works, property tax collection, stray dog removal, and upcoming AI-powered citizen services.

BRS whip KP Vivekananda accused Chief Minister A Revanth Reddy of treating Hyderabad with disdain, dismantling key urban projects, and neglecting the city since Congress came to power. He alleged indiscriminate demolitions under the Musi River rejuvenation plan and criticised the merger of 27 municipalities into GHMC without consultations.

Punjagutta police have registered a case against YouTuber Anvesh following a complaint by BJP leader Karate Kalyani over alleged offensive remarks against Hindu deities. The case has triggered protests and multiple complaints across Telangana.

A 46-year-old patient with a rare esophageal disorder causing severe swallowing difficulty and 25 kg weight loss was successfully treated at Medicover Hospitals. Surgeons performed a scarless, minimally invasive Peroral Endoscopic Myotomy (POEM), enabling him to eat comfortably again.

During Defence Joint Secretary Rakesh Mittal’s Hyderabad visit, representations were submitted on Secunderabad Cantonment Board elections and civil area merger with GHMC. NGOs and officials urged timely action, infrastructure access, and resolution of pending governance issues.

Young India Skills University in Telangana is a pioneering institution preparing India's youth for a future that blends high-tech proficiency with vocational mastery, says Mahindra Group Chairman

In 2025, Telangana’s Drugs Control Administration seized 244 consignments, detected 84 sub-standard drugs, and carried out 28,816 inspections. DG Shahanwaz Qasim highlighted efforts to curb spurious medicines, enforce drug laws, and protect public health.

BRS MLA G. Jagadish Reddy demanded Congress allow his party to present river water issues in the Assembly. He alleged government lapses in Krishna and Godavari projects, warned of public mobilisation, and objected to appointments influenced by Andhra Pradesh leaders.

Maintaining financial stability and strengthening financial system remain RBI north star, says Malhotra in his foreword in the latest edition of RBI Financial Stability Report

Young innovator Sangem Samith Reddy from Mallaram village has entered the Guinness Book of World Records by developing six artificial intelligence agents in 36 hours during the Google Developers Agentathon 2025, earning a certificate and medal for his achievement.

GHMC Bharathi Nagar division corporator V Sindhu Adarsh Reddy felicitated sanitation workers and supervisors for their dedicated service over the past year. She praised their efforts in maintaining cleanliness while unveiling a New Year calendar at her office.