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Legislators across party lines raised strong objections in the Telangana Assembly to Bills proposing merger of suburban municipalities and gram panchayats into GHMC. Members flagged concerns over clarity, governance capacity, local identity and tax burden, while the government defended the amendments

GHMC has made cashless payment mandatory for property tax, trade licence fee and vacant land tax across its jurisdiction. The move follows the merger of 27 Urban Local Bodies and aims to ensure uniform tax collection and promote digital transactions.

The Forum for Good Governance has urged the Telangana government to stop the proposed study tour of 145 GHMC corporators, stating that their tenure ends by February 2026 and the tour would not benefit the people, calling it a waste of public money

BRS legislators have alleged that the GHMC ward delimitation was done arbitrarily without public consultation after municipal mergers. Submitting a representation to the Commissioner, they demanded a review, corrections, and warned of legal action if statutory norms were violated

The GHMC’s merger of Badangpet, the largest among proposed urban local bodies by area, has raised hopes of improved civic amenities and high-rise development, while also triggering concerns among residents over possible increases in property taxes and water charges.

GHMC has asked all trade establishments in Hyderabad to renew their 2026 trade licences by 20 December 2025 to avoid penalties. Applications submitted after the deadline will attract 25 percent or 50 percent penalties based on the submission date.

Minimum temperatures rose across Telangana on Friday, offering relief from the recent cold wave. The IMD forecast indicates a low-pressure area forming over the Bay of Bengal, likely to bring light to moderate rain in parts of the State from November 23 onwards

Residents of Kalyan Nagar and Vengalrao Nagar in Jubilee Hills are upset over incomplete cement concrete roads left dug up for weeks. They say the unfinished work is causing traffic issues, safety problems and hardship for senior citizens, children and daily commuters

The Animal Warriors Conservation Society, with GHMC and HCL Foundation, has launched awareness programmes across Hyderabad to promote responsible kite flying and discourage the use of banned nylon manja. Sessions in parks and schools aim to reduce bird injuries during the upcoming kite-flying season

Residents of Srinagar Colony in Hyderabad are facing severe sewage overflow, causing unhygienic conditions and health risks. Despite repeated complaints, GHMC and HMWSSB have not acted, leaving residents frustrated and demanding immediate intervention to resolve the issue

GHMC Commissioner and Hyderabad District Election Officer RV Karnan urged recognised political parties to cooperate in preparing electoral rolls for the Jubilee Hills by-poll. Draft rolls covering 407 polling stations have been published, with the final list due on September 30

The GHMC has launched a pilot project in Circle-12 using robotic technology to clean stormwater drains. Equipped with CCTV cameras, the machines detect blockages, desilt drains, and improve safety. If successful, the initiative will be extended citywide

The GHMC has ordered closure of all slaughterhouses and retail beef shops in Hyderabad on August 15 and 16, citing Independence Day and Sri Krishna Janmashtami. Police Commissioners have been asked to support municipal teams in enforcing the directive.

Hyderabad MP Asaduddin Owaisi urged CM Revanth Reddy to resume GHMC’s halted mechanical sweeping operations. He said the work was stopped due to lack of funds and called for long-term tenders to maintain hygiene and worker safety in the city

Hyderabad achieved its highest-ever Swachh Survekshan ranking, placing sixth among 4,500 cities. GHMC was awarded as Telangana’s Most Promising Clean City. The civic body scored 100 per cent in multiple cleanliness parameters, though source segregation performance stood at 93 per cent

GHMC has launched several online property tax services on its website, including name and door number corrections, self-assessment, and exemption requests. The initiative aims to simplify the process and reduce the need for citizens to visit municipal offices.

AIMIM has begun preparations for the GHMC elections with MLAs and MLCs launching developmental works and holding padayatras. With rising competition from Congress and MBT, the party aims to increase its tally from 44 to over 50 seats

It is alleged that Corporator CN Reddy used filthy language and unparliamentary words against the assistant municipal commissioner, A Balaraj, and attempted to attack the official as well.

GHMC Commissioner RV Karnan has directed speedy completion of the beautification works on the Rs. 178 crore Shilpa Layout Phase-2 flyover. He also inspected nearby flyovers and waste-filled areas, instructing that pending development and drainage works be completed quickly

GHMC Commissioner RV Karnan visits Nallakunta near Fever Hospital and reviews the special drive