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Four senior CPI (Maoist) leaders, including State Committee Secretary Damodar and member Ganganna, surrendered before Telangana police in Hyderabad.

The Telangana State Human Rights Commission has sought a detailed report from the DGP over alleged police inaction in the murder of advocate G Swapna Kumari. Lawyers claim her prior pleas for protection were ignored despite threats linked to a land dispute.

Telangana DGP B Shivadhar Reddy said all security arrangements are in place for the urban municipal elections on Wednesday. Police deployment has been strengthened, webcasting ensured at sensitive booths, and check posts set up to prevent violations.

The Telangana High Court Advocates’ Association has demanded a SIT probe into the murder of advocate G. Swapna Kumari, citing contradictory FIRs and alleged lapses in the investigation.

The Telangana High Court has directed the UPSC to process the state government’s recommendations for appointing the Director General of Police within four weeks. The court also disposed of a plea challenging the appointment of B. Shivadhar Reddy as DGP.

The Telangana High Court will deliver orders on Friday in a writ petition challenging the appointment of DGP Shivadhar Reddy. Petitioner T. Dhangopal Rao alleged the appointment violated Supreme Court guidelines as the list of senior IPS officers was not forwarded to the UPSC.

Telangana DGP B Shivadhar Reddy announced that only 17 active underground cadres from Telangana remain in the CPI (Maoist), a sharp decline from the earlier estimate of 50. While one State Committee Member and four Area Committee Members are still active in Chhattisgarh.

Telangana police expect more CPI (Maoist) cadres to surrender in the coming year. The DGP said 509 Maoists have already surrendered, adding that the movement has lost support and recruitment has stopped. Rehabilitation benefits are offered under the State’s surrender policy.

Telangana DGP B Shivadhar Reddy announced that Rs 1.46 crore, the eligible reward amount carried on the heads of 41 surrendered Maoist cadres, will be disbursed shortly under the State and Centre’s rehabilitation policy. Interim relief of Rs 25,000 each has already been given, with further benefits to follow.

The CPI (Maoist) organisation is facing a steep decline in cohesion and capability due to sustained security operations, ideological dissatisfaction, and internal conflicts. Telangana DGP B Shivadhar Reddy revealed that arbitrary deployments, logistical shortages, and leadership disputes have compelled cadres to surrender.

In a major blow to the CPI Maoist, 41 underground cadres, including six senior leaders, surrendered before the Telangana Police in Hyderabad. They handed over arms and ammunition, citing security pressure and hardships, and will receive benefits under the State rehabilitation policy.

Justice Pulla Karthik of the Telangana High Court has sought clarity from the State Government on whether it followed Supreme Court-mandated procedures in appointing senior IPS officer B. Shivadhar Reddy as Director General of Police.

DGP B Shivadhar Reddy reviewed security and logistical arrangements at the Uppal stadium ahead of the December 13 football match featuring Lionel Messi. Departments were instructed to ensure smooth spectator movement, strong coordination and clear communication of traffic and safety guidelines

Telangana DGP B. Shivadhar Reddy reviewed security and logistical arrangements for the upcoming Global Summit at Future City, Kandukur. Accompanied by senior officials, he inspected the venue and emphasised flawless coordination. To manage traffic, 1,000 personnel will be deployed with diversions planned to ease congestion.

The Telangana Cyber Security Bureau launched a six week campaign, ‘Fraud ka full stop’, to raise awareness on digital frauds across the State. Officials said cybercrimes had increased sharply in recent years, though Telangana is now seeing a slight decline in cases.

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

Director General of Police B Shivadhar Reddy inaugurated a new Bharosa Centre in Shamshabad under the Cyberabad Commissionerate, aimed at supporting women and children in distress. The centre will offer legal, medical, and psychological services across 17 police station limits.

Senior CPI (Maoist) leader and Telangana State Committee member Bandi Prakash alias Prabhat, associated with the movement for over 45 years, reportedly surrendered before DGP B Shivadhar Reddy on Tuesday. Prakash earlier led the Singareni Workers’ Union and held key organisational posts.

The Telangana United Christians and Pastors Association (TUCPA) urged DGP B Shivadhar Reddy to act against online platforms spreading religious discord, protect churches and Christian minorities, and ensure safety for upcoming Christmas events while seeking action against groups disturbing communal harmony

Telangana DGP Shivadhar Reddy visited Yashoda Hospital to check on DCP S Chaitanya Kumar and gunman VSN Murthy, injured while catching Koti robber Omar Ansari. Both are recovering, and police continue tracking the robber’s two remaining associates