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The Telangana government is preparing legislation aimed at protecting students from caste-based discrimination in higher educational institutions, following a similar initiative in Karnataka. Deputy Chief Minister Mallu Bhatti Vikramarka has directed officials to prepare a draft of the proposed Rohith Vemula Telangana Bill within three months.

Presidents of Primary Agricultural Cooperative Societies (PACS) in Telangana have urged BRS working president KT Rama Rao to press the Congress government to conduct elections to cooperative societies and banks without delay. They alleged that the continuation of nominated committees has weakened institutional autonomy, affecting crop and education loans.

Special Chief Secretary and nodal officer for drought management in the erstwhile Medak district, Vani Prasad, advised farmers to take water availability into account while planning cultivation during the Yasangi season.

Khammam BRS leaders on Friday demanded that the Telangana government release a white paper on agricultural power supply, power generation, coal reserves and crop losses, alleging serious lapses in governance.

Researchers from Osmania University's Department of Sociology have been granted an Indian patent for a wearable device designed to collect and analyse voter feedback in real time during political speeches.

AAP national convenor Arvind Kejriwal criticised the BJP-led Union government over the detention of CJP leader Abhijeet Dipke, calling it “outright dictatorship”. Dipke was detained while heading to a Tiranga protest at Connaught Place, as AAP held a separate march

HMWSSB will launch its Dial-a-Green Tanker service on November 1 to promote treated sewage water for construction, industries and landscaping. The board aims to increase daily treated water use to 500 MLD amid concerns over rainfall and reservoir supplies.

BRS working president KT Rama Rao alleged that graduates, educated youth and unemployed people were disillusioned with the Congress government over its failure to implement electoral promises. Reviewing preparations for the graduate MLC elections, he urged party leaders to focus on voter registration and mobilise support, asserting that voters would deliver a strong message to the ruling party.

Matrika Fertility and Laparoscopic Centre was inaugurated on Hi-Tension Road in Kondapur, Hyderabad, on Thursday. Managed by Dr Sai Shiva and Dr Pooja, the centre will focus on fertility care, laparoscopic and cosmetic gynaecology services, and patient-centred medical support.

India bowling coach Morne Morkel highlighted mental fatigue caused by a packed cricket schedule, praising bowlers for delivering despite demanding travel and match commitments. He urged critics to allow players occasional off-days and stressed the importance of recovery

The 76th Ravana Dahan will be held at Ganesh Ghat in Hyderabad’s Puranapul on October 20 from 7.02 pm as part of Dasara celebrations organised by the Vijayadashami Seemollanghana Committee and Narayana Kala Charitable and Cultural Trust.

Irrigation expert V Prakash rebutted Chief Minister A Revanth Reddy’s remarks on Yadadri Thermal Power Station, defending its location, supercritical technology, G9-grade coal arrangements and land use. He alleged the Chief Minister omitted details about coal linkages and supply constraints.

The Supreme Court held that private citizens can file criminal complaints against elected candidates for allegedly furnishing false information or concealing material facts in election affidavits. However, it declined to revive proceedings against Karnataka MLA Shailendra Beldale in the case

The Telangana State Board of Intermediate Education has announced the fee schedule for the Intermediate Public Examinations (IPE) 2027, along with a marginal revision in examination charges.

Cockroach Janta Party activists held a ‘Lehra Do Tiranga’ protest at Mumbai’s Azad Maidan, demanding Chief Election Commissioner Gyanesh Kumar’s resignation. Speakers raised concerns over alleged police brutality, inflation, unemployment and voting figures during the 2024 Maharashtra Assembly elections

Hyderabad recorded 55,715 residential property registrations during January-September 2026, with transaction value rising 4 per cent year-on-year to Rs 39,910 crore. September registrations fell 15 per cent, while homes priced above Rs 1 crore accounted for 56 per cent of transaction value.

The VVC Group will organise a two-day festive exhibition at the Convention Centre in Jubilee Hills, Hyderabad, featuring the unveiling of six new vehicle models from Mahindra, Tata and Renault.

Deepti Sharma praised Smriti Mandhana’s calm demeanour as she began her tenure as India’s full-time T20I captain against Zimbabwe. Young batter Anushka Sharma also spoke about the team’s aggressive approach and her readiness to bat at No. 3

Hyderabad accounted for the highest number of voter enrollment applications in Telangana this year, with more than 4.13 lakh Form-6 submissions received for inclusion in the electoral rolls.

The Greater Hyderabad Municipal Corporation launched a drive against unauthorised constructions, carrying out demolitions in three zones. A preliminary assessment identified 473 ongoing constructions as unauthorised or in violation of sanctioned plans, with enforcement operations set to continue

Hyderabad Cybercrime Police arrested four persons for allegedly supplying mule bank accounts and SIM cards to cyber fraudsters. Police linked the alleged network to 54 cases across India involving suspected transactions worth Rs 10 crore and seized phones and cards

Private fuel retailers Jio-BP and Nayara Energy have increased petrol and diesel prices in Telangana, citing rising global crude and refined product costs. While private outlets have passed on the burden to consumers ahead of the festive season, state-run oil marketing companies have so far maintained existing rates, though speculation persists about a post-Diwali revision.

India handed young all-rounder Niki Prasad her T20I debut as Smriti Mandhana’s side elected to bowl against Zimbabwe in Raipur. The match marks Zimbabwe’s first bilateral women’s cricket series against India and Raipur’s first women’s international match

Telugu star Mahesh Babu and Malayalam actor Tovino Thomas wished Prithviraj on his birthday. Director S S Rajamouli also extended his greetings, praising the actor’s portrayal of Kumbha, the antagonist in his upcoming magnum opus ‘Varanasi’