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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.

BRS legislators staged a walkout from the Telangana Assembly after objecting to remarks made by Chief Minister A Revanth Reddy during Question Hour while replying to queries on the Musi River Rejuvenation Project, leading to heated exchanges in the House.

A couple was killed in a road accident in Malakpet area after an RTC bus hit their motorcycle, while police in Hussaini Alam locality seized a country mae weapon in a different incident

Chief Minister Revanth Reddy avoided answering BRS leader Harish Rao’s questions on key irrigation issues and instead launched political attacks on former CM K Chandrashekhar Rao, even admitting that the Congress government has set aside Palamuru–Rangareddy project

Rajendranagar police arrested a Bihar native, Surendar, for cultivating ganja in Kismatpur and selling it locally. In a separate Cyberabad case, Mithlesh was caught with heroin and cocaine. Both suspects have been handed over to police for further investigation.

The 85th Numaish began in Hyderabad amid power issues, leaving several stalls without electricity. Deputy CM Mallu Bhatti Vikramarka inaugurated the exhibition, which hosts over 1,200 traders offering clothes, handicrafts, electronics, and an amusement area for children.

The Hyderabad Metropolitan Water Supply and Sewerage Board announced an 18-hour water supply shutdown from 10 am on January 3 to 4 am on January 4. Several areas, including Madhapur, KPHB, and Miyapur, will experience low or no water pressure.

Nehru Zoological Park in Hyderabad witnessed heavy footfall on New Year’s Day, with around 25,900 visitors. Zoo officials ensured smooth crowd movement through online ticketing, extra counters, and staff deployment across enclosures and attractions.

Mild tension was reported at Guru Nanak University in Ibrahimpatnam after a student was found dead in a hostel room. Some student leaders allegedly damaged campus property, prompting a police investigation into the incident.

Telangana Chief Minister A Revanth Reddy on Thursday unveiled the New Year Diary and Calendar of the Telangana Prisons Department at the Secretariat. Senior prison officials attended the event, and New Year greetings were exchanged.

Police booked 2,731 persons for drunken driving during special New Year’s eve checks across Hyderabad, Cyberabad and Malkajgiri. The drive was supervised by top officials to prevent accidents, with traffic police conducting checks at multiple locations

Telangana recorded liquor sales of nearly Rs 1,350 crore during the New Year festive period, with a sharp surge seen in the last three days of December. Officials attributed the rise to higher demand and the new Excise policy.

Bandi Shatakam, a humorous book by Dr Shankar Narayana, uses 116 poetic verses to highlight road safety issues. Released in Hyderabad by the Sarvejana Foundation, the book blends wit with a strong social message to influence public behaviour.

Five people, including four DJs, were detained after testing positive for drugs during New Year checks in Telangana. The EAGLE Force conducted surprise inspections using advanced screening kits and warned establishments against allowing drug use during celebrations.

The State government is considering splitting the GHMC into three municipal corporations, each with 100 wards. Officials say the proposal may be finalised by January-end, with elections likely in April–May.

Government doctors in Telangana are protesting delayed salaries and long-pending arrears. Associations have urged the State government to resolve payment issues and reform the TVVP structure, warning that continued neglect could affect healthcare services in government hospitals.

Air Marshal Seethepalli Shrinivas has taken charge as Air Officer Commanding-in-Chief of the Indian Air Force’s Training Command. A veteran fighter pilot and instructor, he paid tribute to fallen personnel at the Training Command War Memorial.

A mega job fair will be held on January 6 in Madhapur, Hyderabad, offering jobs in IT, healthcare, banking, and other sectors. Candidates with SSC qualification and above can attend free interviews at the venue.

A Krishnaveni School bus caught fire near RGIA police station while en route from Champapet to Shamshabad for a picnic. Thanks to the quick action of the driver, all students were safely evacuated and no injuries were reported.

GHMC may be divided into three units in February 2026 after the current council term ends. Commissioner R V Karnan highlighted 2025 achievements, including sanitation awards, engineering works, property tax collection, stray dog removal, and upcoming AI-powered citizen services.