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BRS MLC Sravan Dasoju has strongly criticised the Telangana government’s GO Ms. No. 46 on BC reservations in local bodies, calling it unconstitutional and fraudulent. He highlighted contradictions in the order, which uses SEEEPC Survey data for ward reservations but relies on the 2011 Census for Sarpanch posts, allegedly violating Article 243D.

Left party leaders and people’s organisations staged a protest in Kothagudem demanding a judicial probe into the Maredumilli encounter in ASR district. They alleged the Centre was acting in favour of corporate forces and sought repeal of Forest Conservation Rules 2022.

A man from Rajivnagar in Vikarabad was taken to a secluded place and assaulted with sticks and belts after a minor argument with his neighbour. He fell unconscious and was shifted to hospital. Police registered a case and began investigation.

Hyderabad’s RTC faces a shortage of nearly 3,000 buses, doubling passenger loads on suburban routes after the Mahalakshmi scheme. Commuters demand direct, single-service buses, while TGSRTC plans route assessments and deployment of hired vehicles to ease overcrowding

Forty-six victims of the Saudi bus fire tragedy, including 45 from Telangana, were identified through DNA profiling and laid to rest in Madinah’s historic Jannatul Baqi cemetery. The burials, initially speculated to have taken place on Friday, were completed on Saturday afternoon.

The battle over ownership of Telegraph, a fixture on Britain's media landscape since 1855, began in 2023, when the Barclay family lost control of the company in a dispute with its lenders

BRS leader T Harish Rao criticised the Congress government’s Hyderabad Industrial Land Conversion policy, calling it a major land scam. He sought an immediate Assembly session, a full probe and answers to key questions on revenue loss, land valuation and alleged favours to builders.

In Hyderabad’s Amberpet locality, three members of a family, a couple and their daughter, were found dead in a suspected suicide pact. The tragedy follows the suicide of their elder daughter four months ago, which reportedly left the family in deep depression.

The delay in floating and finalising tenders for fishlings supply has left fishermen across Telangana worried. Against the target of 90 crore fishlings, only 11.31 crore have been released so far, affecting the growth and harvesting cycle for thousands of families.

IMT Hyderabad held its convocation for the 2023–25 batch, where Volvo Group India MD Kamal Bali highlighted global challenges and India’s strong growth outlook. The institute presented its annual report and honoured students with gold, silver and distinguished achievement awards

The Rs 259.9 crore retaining wall project along the Rallavagu stream in Mancherial has sparked controversy after irrigation officials allegedly altered its alignment under political pressure. Originally planned to protect low-lying areas from flooding, the project now faces criticism from residents and questions over adherence to norms.

Nalla Narasimha Reddy Education Society’s School of Pharmacy has secured a three-year NBA accreditation for its UG Pharmacy programme. The institution’s leadership lauded the efforts of students, faculty, and staff in achieving this recognition for academic excellence

A developing depression in the Bay of Bengal may bring light to moderate rain to several southern Telangana districts over the next two days, while Hyderabad remains largely stable with partly cloudy skies. Minimum temperatures have increased across the State

Irrigation officials will begin phased emptying of the Singur reservoir from December 1 to repair damaged upstream revetment and embankments. A technical panel has inspected the site, and Rs 16 crore has been sanctioned for works to be completed before the next monsoon.

Brazil’s federal police arrested former President Jair Bolsonaro ahead of his 27-year prison sentence for leading a coup attempt. Bolsonaro was moved from house arrest, sparking weekend protests, while remaining a key political figure and Trump ally despite ineligibility to run

A multilingual biopic on Padma Shri awardee and green crusader Vanajeevi Ramaiah is underway, directed by Vemuganti and starring Brahmaji. The film aims to present Ramaiah’s environmental mission to global audiences and is being produced with aspirations for major awards.

Nitika Pant took charge as SP of Kumram Bheem Asifabad district on Saturday. The 2017 batch IPS officer said she would focus on women’s safety and law and order. She earlier served as commandant of the 2nd TSSP battalion at Yapalguda

An RTC bus traveling from Tandur to Hyderabad collided with a lorry at Pudur mandal, Vikarabad district, injuring two passengers. Police rushed to the scene and transported the injured to hospital. Nineteen people were on the bus at the time

Sikhs in Telangana will commemorate the 350th martyrdom of Guru Teg Bahadur Sahebji from November 23–30 with Nagar Kirtans, Kirtan Darbars, and Vishal Diwans. The celebrations coincide with the 350th Gurta Gaddi of Guru Gobind Singhji

Thirty seven CPI Maoist members from Telangana and Chhattisgarh surrendered before Telangana DGP B Shivadhar Reddy in Hyderabad. Several top leaders carrying high rewards handed over weapons and cash. The DGP said Maoists are facing dwindling strength and urged more to surrender

Hyderabad Police Commissioner V C Sajjanar warned that public fear and greed are helping cybercriminals. At a cybercrime awareness event near Charminar, he urged vigilance, highlighted rising online risks for children and seniors, and reminded victims to call 1930 immediately

The Hyderabad Cricket Association will conduct the Inter-School U-14 cricket tournament for the 2025–26 season, allowing participation from 72 schools. Entries open on November 24 and close on November 29. Strict age-verification norms and document checks will apply.

Ficci’s Finance Conclave 2025 in Hyderabad highlighted how digitalisation, automation, AI and data analytics are reshaping the finance function. Speakers emphasised agility, precise forecasting, cross-functional collaboration and technology-led strategies needed for financial leadership in an increasingly fast-changing global economic environment

Despite heavy monsoon rains, Hyderabad’s groundwater levels dipped by 1–3 metres in several areas, according to the Ground Water Department. Officials blame poor percolation, illegal borewells and rapid urbanisation, warning of a likely water crisis in summer if trends continue.