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Two women, both above 80, won sarpanch posts in Manthani mandal. Kasipeta Venkatamma won Uppatla with 501 votes against Badikela Swarupa’s 260, while Godari Laxmi secured the Siripuram seat in the gram panchayat elections on Thursday.

BRS performed strongly in the first phase of gram panchayat elections in Siddipet district, winning 76 villages, while Congress secured 60. BJP and independents won 11 each. Campaigning has intensified ahead of the second phase scheduled for Sunday

KTR congratulated BRS-backed sarpanch and ward member winners in the first phase of gram panchayat polls and said the results showed growing public anger against the Congress government. He accused Chief Minister Revanth Reddy of failed governance and betrayal of rural Telangana

RSS Telangana, in association with all Gurudwaras of the state, will hold the 350th Shaheedi Samagam on December 14 at Jal Vihar, Hyderabad, commemorating Guru Tegh Bahadur Sahib Ji and the supreme sacrifices of Bhai Mati Das, Bhai Sati Das, and Bhai Dayala Ji

Kasavena Komuraiah won the Kakarlapalli sarpanch seat in Manthani mandal after a tie with Monda Rajaiah, with both polling 391 votes. A recount confirmed the deadlock, prompting a draw of lots through which Komuraiah was declared the winner.

A migrant tiger sighted near an underground mine in Srirampur triggered panic among coal miners and locals. Officials issued alerts and began awareness measures as multiple transient and resident tigers are suspected to be moving across forests in Mancherial and Kumram Bheem Asifabad districts

New surveys show a sharp rise in diabetes and pre-diabetes among adolescents in Telangana, with growing obesity levels and poor physical activity. Health experts and NIN are calling for stricter controls and health taxes on sugary drinks and high-fat, high-sugar foods

Tension prevailed in Afzalgunj as GHMC officials, backed by police, demolished footpath encroachments following High Court orders. Shopkeepers and AIMIM supporters protested the operation, claiming they received no notice. Police eventually restored order and the demolition was completed

Novo Nordisk has launched its once-weekly diabetes and weight-management drug Ozempic in India. The semaglutide-based GLP-1 agonist improves glycaemic control, supports weight loss and may reduce cardiovascular and kidney risks. Prices start at Rs 8,800 per month for the lowest dose

The Supreme Court on Friday dismissed a petition seeking directions to minimise earthquake damage, noting that seismic preparedness is a government policy matter. The bench questioned the petitioner’s arguments, remarking, “Should we relocate everyone to the moon?” while refusing to consider media reports

Khyber Pakhtunkhwa Chief Minister Muhammad Sohaib Afridi alleged that Imran Khan and Bushra Bibi are facing mistreatment in Adiala Jail, citing lack of basic necessities and harsh treatment. Afridi condemned the use of water cannons on Khan’s sisters and criticised repeated denial of meeting requests 

Sixteen students of the Telangana Minority Residential School in Tilak Nagar fell ill after having dinner on Thursday. They developed nausea, vomiting and diarrhoea and were shifted to Government Hospital King Koti. Doctors said all students are stable and recovering.

Congress stalwart and former Union Home Minister Shivraj Patil passed away at his Latur residence on Friday at 90 after a brief illness. A seven-term MP and former Lok Sabha Speaker, he was widely respected across political lines. His funeral is on Saturday

Novo Nordisk has launched Ozempic, its once-weekly semaglutide injection, in India with prices starting at Rs 8,800. Approved for adults with uncontrolled type-2 diabetes, the drug aids glycaemic control, weight management and reduces cardiovascular and kidney risks.

IndiGo has received a Rs 58.75 crore GST penalty for FY 2020–21 as the DGCA dismisses four flight inspectors amid escalating operational disruptions. With hundreds of cancellations nationwide, the regulator has deployed two oversight teams to monitor the airline’s operations and passenger handling

Thalassemia patient groups have welcomed the introduction of the National Blood Transfusion Bill, 2025, calling it a crucial step toward safer and regulated blood services. They urged Parliament to pass the legislation swiftly to improve safety, accountability and patient outcomes nationwide

Thailand’s Parliament was dissolved by Prime Minister Anutin Charnvirakul for early elections amid deadly border clashes with Cambodia. The caretaker government will hold limited powers, while Anutin leverages nationalism and military action to bolster popularity ahead of a constitutional referendum

Several schools in Amritsar received bomb threat emails on Friday, forcing authorities to evacuate students and shut all schools. Anti-sabotage teams and cyber police launched a probe, even as officials urged parents not to panic, citing past instances of student mischief

TTP terrorists attacked a police checkpost in Bannu, Khyber Pakhtunkhwa, injuring five policemen. A three-hour gunfight ensued, with several militants reportedly killed. Authorities praised police bravery, amid rising terror incidents in KP and Balochistan following the TTP’s ceasefire end

The Young Entrepreneurs Summit 2025, scheduled for December 12–14 at HITEX, Hyderabad, has been postponed due to unforeseen circumstances. Over 40 speakers, 300 exhibitors, and 30 workshops were affected. Organisers apologised, while BRS criticised the State government for the cancellation.

Lionel Messi returns to India for a high-profile, non-competitive tour across Kolkata, Hyderabad, Mumbai, and Delhi, featuring promotional events, celebrity interactions, and philanthropy. Fans anticipate spectacle, though former footballers critique the visit for lacking actual football action and engagement 

Telangana government has permitted government school students to visit Ramoji Film City at Rs.1,000 per student, including lunch and campus attractions. Teachers have questioned the decision, citing past restrictions on school outings after accidents and the Beas River tragedy in 2014.

ZEE5 will premiere Mammootty-starrer “Dominic and the Ladies' Purse” on December 19. The Malayalam mystery-comedy-thriller, directed by Gautham Vasudev Menon, follows former cop Dominic and his aide Vignesh solving a deceptively simple case that spirals into suspense and humour

Rahul Gandhi praised Congress MPs for their performance in debates on Vande Mataram and election reforms, stating the government appeared "under pressure." The meeting reviewed MPs’ feedback and highlighted issues like IndiGo disruptions, air pollution, labour codes, and vote-related concerns