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Hyderabad’s Satya Chintagunta entered the boys’ under-14 singles final at the 31st Fenesta Open National Tennis Championship in Delhi. He defeated Taanish Nanda 6-4, 3-6, 6-3 in a match lasting two hours and nine minutes.\

Telangana has received around 3.55 lakh applications for graduate voter enrolment in two constituencies, against 10.36 lakh voters registered in 2021. Applications close on November 6, while draft electoral rolls are scheduled for publication on November 25.

BRS working president KT Rama Rao alleged that Telangana’s power crisis was being used to facilitate expensive coal imports through a proposed deal with Bothra Logistics. He demanded a white paper and an independent probe, while questioning Singareni’s falling production and nearly Rs 60,000 crore in reported outstanding dues.

BRS MLC Dasoju Sravan demanded Chief Minister A Revanth Reddy’s resignation over Telangana’s power crisis. He sought a probe into alleged coal irregularities at Singareni, compensation for farmers with burnt-out motors and answers from the government at an all-party meeting.

BRS MLC Dasoju Sravan demanded Chief Minister A Revanth Reddy’s resignation over Telangana’s power crisis. He sought a probe into alleged coal irregularities at Singareni, compensation for farmers with burnt-out motors and answers from the government at an all-party meeting.

BRS leader T Harish Rao accused Telangana’s Congress government of worsening drought by failing to utilise river water, complete irrigation works and maintain farm power. He cited GO 17, criticised delayed farmer benefits and demanded immediate advance Rythu Bandhu payments.

Seven Indian Pittas were rescued in Hyderabad over 10 days after colliding with glass facades of high-rise buildings. Five died and two are recovering. Wildlife activists say many such incidents go unreported and call for patterns on glass to prevent collisions.

More than 6.70 lakh electors in Telangana missed their SIR hearing dates, while 15,281 failed to attend rescheduled hearings. Hyderabad recorded the highest number of lapsed hearings. Electors must respond to notices by November 5 to retain voting rights

TG SAFE has suspended the food safety licences of four Hyderabad eateries over serious hygiene violations. Inspections of 13 restaurants and canteens found pest infestations, poor sanitation, missing records and food-handling lapses. Officials collected 16 samples and initiated further enforcement action.

Telangana faces potential economic pressure from El Niño, with high inflation, unemployment and risks to agriculture. The government has ordered a contingency plan, but concerns remain over water availability, crop choices, household costs and whether preparations will translate into timely action.

BRS working president KT Rama Rao accused the Telangana government of negligence after five infants died in a fire at Adilabad’s RIMS newborn care unit. He questioned an inquiry report reportedly blaming rats chewing AC wires and demanded accountability.

The BRS has challenged Telangana government’s GO 134 ordering an inquiry into 16 land parcels, alleging political vendetta and bias. RS Praveen Kumar demanded an impartial investigation, questioned the committee’s composition and raised allegations concerning land dealings involving Congress leaders.

BRS leaders accused the Telangana government of forcibly acquiring farmers’ lands for a proposed bullet train project despite its alignment remaining unfinalised. They also raised concerns over greenfield highway plans, Pharma City land acquisition and alleged pressure on farmers.

The BRS has demanded the withdrawal of Telangana’s centralised PMU tender system for supplies to residential schools and welfare hostels. T Harish Rao alleged tender irregularities, inflated rates, bribery and inadequate deliveries, seeking a return to procurement through local vendors.

Hospitals and clinics in Hyderabad are reporting a rise in viral infections, particularly respiratory illnesses. Doctors urge timely diagnosis, caution against self-medication and improper antibiotic use, and advise vulnerable groups to watch for warning signs and seek prompt medical evaluation.

The Para Sports Association of Telangana has urged Chief Minister A Revanth Reddy and sports officials to expedite Group-II appointment orders for international athlete Deepthi Jeevanji. General secretary Gadipally Prasanth said administrative delays undermine recognition and encouragement for para-athletes.

Tanay Thyagarajan claimed six wickets in Tripura’s second innings to finish with nine for the match as Hyderabad opened their 2026-27 Ranji Trophy campaign with an innings and 40-run victory at Gymkhana Ground, earning seven points.

IIT Madras’ Pravartak Technologies Foundation has partnered with Hyderabad-based Medhastra Techsystems to develop indigenous defence artificial intelligence solutions. The collaboration aims to combine academic research with industry expertise to deliver field-ready technologies for the Indian Armed Forces and strengthen strategic self-reliance

A 25-year-old woman, Anjali, died during treatment after being allegedly stabbed by Ashwin at her sister’s house in Motinagar, Kukatpally. Police said Ashwin also allegedly injured Anjali’s sister when she intervened. The Allapur police are investigating the case.

Chief Minister A Revanth Reddy likened the campaign to safeguard voting rights to another freedom struggle and urged Congress leaders in Delhi to participate. He accused the BJP government of misusing voter list revision and called for protecting eligible voters’ names.