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The Congress will host the second Bharat Summit in Hyderabad on November 13 and 14, with over 1,000 delegates from 70 countries expected. The event returns amid criticism over the previous edition's reported Rs 30 crore expenditure and controversies.

The BRS accused the Congress government of neglecting irrigation and farmer relief in Palamuru, demanding immediate operation of the PRLIS. Former Ministers S Niranjan Reddy and V Srinivas Goud questioned the government over crop compensation, Rythu Bharosa and pending projects.

The Telangana Rig Owners Association has urged the State government to amend G.O. Ms. No. 259, alleging that officials are seizing vehicles used for borewell repairs. It warned of suspending operations if its demands are not considered.

Telangana's industrial job creation fell sharply in 2024-25 and recovered only marginally in 2025-26, according to TG-iPASS data. Investments and industrial units also declined, raising questions about the gap between the government's investment commitments and actual outcomes.

Telangana has begun experiencing colder weather, with minimum temperatures dropping to between 14°C and 15°C in Hyderabad and several districts. The IMD has forecast dry weather for the coming week, which is expected to bring a further decline in minimum temperatures under the influence of cool north-westerly winds.

A 26-year-old woman was killed and two others injured after an autorickshaw carrying scrap material rammed into a parked lorry near Sangam Hotel in Hayathnagar. Police registered a case and are investigating the circumstances surrounding the accident.

Hyderabad traffic police announced restrictions on November 10 and 11 for the Sadar Utsav Mela at YMCA, Narayanaguda. Several roads will face diversions, while RTC buses between Secunderabad and Koti will follow an alternative route through nearby junctions.

Hydraa received 36 complaints about illegal borewells, lake encroachments and other civic issues during its Prajavani programme at Budha Bhavan. Residents alleged that operators were extracting groundwater and selling it through tankers, depriving households of regular water supply.

A JNTU-Hyderabad student found a snail in sambar served at Manjeera Hostel on Monday, days after a lizard was spotted in chole curry. Students protested against the university administration and accused mess staff of negligence over food hygiene.

The Civil Supplies Department has capped retail prices of major rice varieties at Rs 66–79 per kg and warned traders against overcharging. It is conducting inspections, advising retailers to procure stocks directly from millers and considering the PD Act against habitual offenders.

A 16-year-old boy, Bhavani Shankar, died after collapsing during Sadar celebrations organised by the All India Yadav Mahasabha in LB Nagar. He was rushed to a nearby hospital, where doctors declared him dead on arrival. The cause remains unconfirmed.

The Telangana government has notified the schedule for population enumeration, which will take place from January 25 to February 28, followed by a revisional round until March 5. Self-enumeration will be available from January 10 to January 24.

The Telangana State Commission for Women has issued notices to five fertility centres over alleged illegal human egg harvesting. Chairperson Nerella Sharada directed medical authorities to take stringent action, including licence revocation if the allegations are established.

The Telangana State Commission for Women has directed PJTAU Vice-Chancellor Alidas Janaiah to appear for an enquiry into a sexual harassment and intimidation complaint by an assistant professor. Meanwhile, university staff and students staged protests demanding action.

Chief Minister A Revanth Reddy laid foundation stones for 13 development works worth Rs 9,053.48 crore in Kodangal. Major projects include Radial Road-2, BT road works, the second phase of MNKLIS, schools, an agricultural college and bus stations.

Sarojini Devi Eye Hospital in Hyderabad treated 48 people for firecracker-related eye injuries by Monday morning. While 38 patients were discharged after outpatient treatment, 10 were admitted, with one victim losing vision in the right eye.

Hyderabad chemists say cheaper cancer medicines may take days or weeks to reach retail shelves following revised MRPs. Pharmacies and stockists are concerned about losses on existing inventories bought at higher prices and are seeking adjustments from manufacturers.

Revised prices of 1,364 anti-cancer formulations have come into effect, offering relief to patients in Telangana. The NPPA estimates annual nationwide savings of Rs 3,540.38 crore, with some cancer drug prices falling by more than 50 per cent.

Telangana will host Khelo India Youth Games 2026, with Hyderabad staging 22 medal sports. Softball will make its debut as a competitive sport, while sailing will feature as a demonstration event. Nearly 6,000 athletes and 1,800 support staff are expected

Hyderabad-based vegan natural bodybuilder K Venkatesan, 49, won gold at the Mr Natural World Bodybuilding Championship in Los Angeles for the second consecutive year. He credited discipline, dedication and a plant-based lifestyle for his achievement