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Hyderabad Police issued a fake poster alert after a digital image in Telugu claiming new WhatsApp and phone call rules went viral. Officials clarified the poster was fake and urged citizens to verify messages through official sources before sharing.

Sripada Yellampalli Project officials lifted nine floodgates to release 72,801 cusecs of water downstream as the reservoir reached full capacity. Heavy inflows from Sri Ram Sagar and Kadem projects due to continuous rainfall led to the release.

A 45-year-old man was killed when a tree fell on him during heavy rains in Suryapet district on Wednesday. The victim, identified as Kota Lakshminarayana, was travelling on a two-wheeler when strong winds uprooted the tree near Chandupatla village

Train services under the South Central Railway continued to remain disrupted due to heavy rains caused by cyclone Montha. Several trains were cancelled, partially cancelled, or diverted after severe waterlogging at Dornakal Yard. Restoration work is underway

India opener Rohit Sharma has climbed to the No. 1 spot in the ICC Men’s ODI Batting Rankings for the first time, surpassing Shubman Gill and Ibrahim Zadran after stellar knocks in the Australia series. Several Indian players also improved their rankings

A goods truck was washed away along with its driver while attempting to cross the overflowing Nimmavagu stream at Jannaram village in Khammam on Wednesday. Heavy rains caused by cyclone Montha led to the mishap. Rescue efforts are underway

With steady inflows from the Mid Manair Reservoir and Moyathummeda rivulet, LMD officials lifted two gates to release 4,000 cusecs of water downstream. The public has been cautioned against crossing the river as inflows continue to rise.

BRSV activists held a protest at the Karimnagar Collectorate over the delay in releasing fee reimbursement funds. Tension flared when police stopped them from entering the premises and detained several protesters. The group vowed to intensify their agitation.

A man from Agganur village narrowly escaped drowning after being swept away in the swollen Kagina River near Veereshittipalli bridge in Vikarabad. Quick-thinking villagers rescued him using ropes and rushed him to hospital, where he was declared out of danger.

Telangana edged Rajasthan 1–0 in the Sub-junior National Football Championship at Narainpur, Chhattisgarh, with Stolzer Kamson netting the winning goal in the 50th minute to secure an important victory for the Telangana side.

Ram Gopal Varma, ahead of the rerelease of his iconic film Siva, said many big-budget pan-India films today prioritise production values over realism and narrative depth. He contrasted them with Siva, which he said remains timeless for its relatable characters and authenticity.

A young couple from Manchal mandal died by suicide in separate incidents, sparking grief across two villages. The woman’s family blamed her partner for her death, prompting a protest at the local police station. Police have launched an investigation.

Telugu Titans advanced to Qualifier 2 of PKL Season 12 with a commanding 46–39 win over Patna Pirates, ending their eight-match winning run. The Titans now face Puneri Paltan for a spot in the final against Dabang Delhi K.C.

Train services and daily life in Mahabubabad district were disrupted due to heavy cyclonic rains on Wednesday. Several trains, including Golconda and Krishna Express, were halted, while authorities declared a holiday for all educational institutions as waterlogging affected low-lying areas.

The IMD has warned that remnants of Cyclone Montha are moving toward North Telangana, bringing the risk of heavy rain, gusty winds, and flash floods. Districts along the Godavari basin, including Bhadrachalam and Khammam, are expected to be the worst affected.

BRS working president K.T. Rama Rao will begin a nine-day campaign in Jubilee Hills from October 31, covering key areas through roadshows before concluding with a grand bike rally from Shaikpet to Borabanda on November 9.

SBI Mutual Fund has invested Rs 100 crore in Lenskart ahead of its Rs 7,278-crore IPO opening October 31. The pre-IPO deal slightly reduces promoter Neha Bansal’s stake, adding to recent investments as the eyewear firm prepares for a November 10 market debut

ABVP activists tried to storm the residence of Minister Ponnam Prabhakar in Karimnagar, protesting the delay in fee reimbursement. Police foiled the attempt, detained the protesters, and blocked access with barricades amid growing student anger over pending funds.

SEBI has proposed significant reforms to mutual fund cost structures, including steep caps on brokerage fees, clearer TER disclosures separating taxes, optional performance-linked fees, and shifting NFO expenses to AMCs, aiming to boost transparency and investor benefits

A cyclone-triggered downpour paralysed traffic across Hyderabad, particularly in the IT corridor, stranding commuters for hours. Metro stations and major roads witnessed heavy congestion, while HMWSSB and GHMC teams worked to clear waterlogging and restore normal traffic movement.

A 68-year-old Indian-origin businessman, Darshan Singh Sahsi, was fatally shot outside his home in Abbotsford, Canada. Investigators describe the incident as a “targeted killing”. No arrests have been made yet 

Hyderabad Police Commissioner V.C. Sajjanar launched the department’s official WhatsApp Channel to share real-time alerts, safety advisories, and traffic updates with residents. The initiative aims to enhance public communication and ensure verified information reaches citizens directly.

Israeli strikes overnight in the Gaza Strip killed at least 60 people, including many children, local hospital officials said. The attacks followed orders from Benjamin Netanyahu to carry out “powerful strikes” after a reported ceasefire breach 

Elon Musk said his new AI-based encyclopedia, Grokipedia, will surpass Wikipedia in accuracy and depth. Developed by xAI, the platform aims to eliminate human bias and currently hosts nearly 8.8 lakh articles, with content verified by Musk’s chatbot Grok.