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BRS working president KT Rama Rao questioned why the BJP had not acted on alleged RR tax collections in Telangana despite repeated accusations by Prime Minister Narendra Modi and Union Home Minister Amit Shah against the Congress leadership.

Groundwater levels declined in 554 of Telangana's 621 mandals, with the State's average water table falling by two metres year-on-year. Deficient monsoon rainfall, increased borewell dependence and reduced replenishment have intensified concerns over drinking water and irrigation supplies.

Tourists and shoppers visiting Charminar, Gulzar Houz and Lal Bazaar continue to face parking difficulties. The proposed multi-level parking complex remains stalled after tenders received no response, affecting visitors and businesses in the Old City's busy commercial and heritage precinct.

BRS leader RS Praveen Kumar accused Congress MP Porika Balaram Naik of attempting to encroach on 4.13 acres earmarked for SC students in Serilingampally. He demanded that the government reclaim the land within 15 days, threatening a major agitation.

Two women were allegedly stabbed to death by a relative following a family dispute in Meerpet, Hyderabad, on Wednesday. The victims had reportedly approached police earlier, fearing for their lives. The suspect fled, and special teams are searching for him

Four persons were arrested after EAGLE Force and Medak Rural Police raided five toddy shops and a depot in Medak district over alleged BZO adulteration. Eight consumers tested positive, while two other suspects remain absconding, officials said.

BRS leader T Harish Rao has demanded that the Government Medical College at Maheshwaram be shifted to a building with adequate facilities within two months. He also sought immediate drinking water, toilets and transport for students protesting at Mangalpally.

BRS MLC Dasoju Sravan has demanded the withdrawal of GO 14 bringing BC Atma Gourava Bhavans under government control. He sought restoration of caste associations’ autonomy, disclosure of funds and construction status, and a time-bound plan to complete pending works.

BRS working president KT Rama Rao accused the Congress and BJP of compromising Telangana’s interests and criticised the State government’s proposed land sales. He urged the government to use Miyapur land for martyrs’ families, movement activists, housing and civic infrastructure.

Chief Minister A Revanth Reddy has said Telangana will not object to Maharashtra conducting an independent survey to assess land likely to be submerged by the proposed Tummidihatti barrage. He directed officials to share relevant information and documents without delay.

The Telangana Director of Public Health has issued an advisory amid El Niño conditions and prolonged dry spells, urging safe drinking water practices, hygiene, heat precautions and proper food storage. Public health facilities have also been equipped with essential supplies.

Deputy Chief Minister Bhatti Vikramarka has asked Telangana departments to step up efforts to secure Central assistance, resolve pending issues and fully utilise scheme allocations. He stressed coordination with Central ministries and better monitoring of project outcomes.

The BRS women’s wing staged a silent protest in LB Nagar against rising prices of essential commodities, alleging that household budgets were under pressure. The leaders demanded implementation of the Congress’s six guarantees and immediate measures to control prices.

Internal differences within the Telangana Congress have surfaced publicly, with Peddapalli MP G Vamshi Krishna taking a dig at Industries Minister D Sridhar Babu over his absence from a party programme and action against leaders attending another event.

BRS MLC Dasoju Sravan demanded Rs 20,000 crore in drought relief from the Centre and a rubber dam at Kannepalli. He accused the Congress and BJP of political theatrics, questioned Amit Shah's silence and criticised the State government's response.

The BRS has urged TGERC to reject the State government's proposal to procure 7,800 MW of power, warning of higher consumer costs. Former Energy Minister G Jagadish Reddy called for additional generation through Telangana Genco and Singareni.

BRS working president KT Rama Rao facilitated the return of Thuppudu Lakshmi, a woman from Kodangal constituency who was stranded in Muscat after her employer allegedly seized her passport. She reunited with her family in Hyderabad and thanked him.

Vega Jewellers will open its seventh and largest showroom, spanning 17,000 square feet, in Dilsukhnagar on November 6. The brand has announced introductory offers, including reduced gold wastage charges, zero making charges and a lucky draw for gold.

Malkajgiri Municipal Corporation Commissioner T Vinay Krishna Reddy inspected the Fathullaguda Animal Care Centre and directed officials to expedite shelter construction, maintain veterinary equipment and dog-catching vehicles, follow sterilisation and vaccination protocols, and review the proposed electrical crematorium.

The India Meteorological Department has issued heavy-to-very-heavy rainfall alerts for several Telangana districts as severe cyclonic storm Murasu approaches the south Andhra Pradesh coast. Nalgonda and Nagarkurnool are likely to receive extremely heavy rainfall on Wednesday.