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AIMIM is considering whether to field its own candidate or support Congress in the Jubilee Hills by-election. Party president Asaduddin Owaisi said a decision will be made soon, highlighting AIMIM’s outreach to both Muslim and backward class communities

A 55-year-old woman, Yadamma alias Kamala, who went missing from Badangpet three days ago, was found dead in Mantrala Cheruvu, Meerpet. Police suspect suicide due to ill health. Her body was retrieved by expert swimmers. Investigation is ongoing

Prof Srinivasarao Yaragorla from the University of Hyderabad has been elected Fellow of the Royal Society of Chemistry (FRSC) and Telangana Academy of Sciences (FTAS). A noted synthetic organic chemist, he has published over 90 research papers in top journals

This monsoon, Hyderabad’s tanks received abundant water, with 11 of 139 GHMC-maintained tanks overflowing. Continuous rains boosted groundwater levels but also led to overflow and minor damage in some colonies. GHMC officials said surplus water could last for two years

The Andhra Pradesh SIT conducted searches at multiple properties linked to YSRCP MP Peddireddy Midhun Reddy in connection with the Rs 3,200 crore liquor scam. The probe has revealed large-scale kickbacks during 2019–24, allegedly involving top political leader

A 30-year-old Begumpet resident lost Rs 7.9 lakh to a fraudster posing as an NGO founder offering a Rs 50 lakh loan. The victim transferred money via WhatsApp communication before realising the scam. Hyderabad Cybercrime police are investigating the case

Unknown thieves stole cash, phones, and documents from two parked TSRTC buses at Uppal. The drivers, asleep at the time, noticed the theft in the morning and reported it to Uppal police. CCTV footage is being checked to identify the culprits

Ahead of Diwali, South Central Railway warned passengers not to carry firecrackers or inflammable items on trains. Violators face fines or jail under the Railway Act. SCR has tightened checks and urged people to report suspicious materials to Helpline 139

Additional CP M Srinivas reviewed Hyderabad Police’s CCS, Cybercrime, and Women Safety units. He stressed fair investigations, better use of technology, cybercrime awareness for citizens, respectful handling of complaints, and coordination to rescue and rehabilitate missing children

Over 200 property owners in Secunderabad Cantonment protested against the widening of Rajiv Rahadari from 100 to 200 feet. Led by the JAC, they demanded reduced road width, alternative land, and jobs for displaced families, causing traffic congestion in the area

This initiative represents the first implementation of its kind in the country, offering citizens a direct and accessible way to share their experiences and provide feedback on services received.

NGO Hyderabad Youth Courage entered politics as its president Mohd Salman filed his nomination for the Jubilee Hills bypoll. Known for his social work, Salman accused the Congress government of neglecting minority issues, particularly the demand for a Muslim burial ground

Hyderabad Task Force raided a godown at Teacher’s Colony, Trimulgherry, and seized illegal firecrackers worth Rs 45 lakh. One man, Abhimanyu Kumar Sharma, was arrested for storing explosives in a residential area. Police have begun further investigation.

Burglars broke into two houses in the Sadashiva gated community at Peddamberpet, Hayathnagar, and stole gold, silver, cash, and sarees. The incident, caught on CCTV, led police to register a case and begin investigation into the theft

Telangana launched its first Tourist Police Force to ensure visitor safety and comfort. Eighty trained officers will be stationed at major tourist spots across the State, following a week-long training at NITHM, Gachibowli, focusing on soft skills and emergency preparedness

Yashoda Hospitals, Hitec City, completed over 300 kidney transplants in 36 months, contributing to 3,500 across its network. Telangana Governor Jishnu Dev Varma attended the celebration honouring donors and patients, as doctors highlighted India’s growing burden of chronic kidney disease

The Mala community’s JAC has decided to file 300 nominations in the Jubilee Hills by-election to protest injustice due to SC categorisation. Leaders demanded amending the categorisation, enhancing reservations, and warned Congress of electoral backlash if issues remain unaddressed

IICT Hyderabad will host the International Symposium on ‘Frontiers in Sustainable Organic Synthesis and Chemical Biology (FSOSCB–2025)’ on October 13–14. The event will feature global experts, 500 delegates, and 120 poster presentations focused on sustainable and green chemistry

ZIMA Film School, Hyderabad, announced the Oggu Katha Universe Awards – 2025 to honour Telangana’s folk storytellers and revive Oggu Katha. The November 2025 event will celebrate traditional artists and invite nominations statewide until October 20, 2025

Independent candidate and Telangana Udyama Karulu Sangham president Poosa Srinivas filed his nomination for the Jubilee Hills bypoll, arriving on an open rickshaw. He hopes to win with support from his Gangaputra community, which has a strong presence in the constituency