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HYDRAA Disaster Response Force teams dismantled illegal borewell connections, storage structures and pipelines in Tellapur following a residents’ protest and a news report published on October 31. The neighbourhood association has urged residents to remain vigilant until authorities act.

Journalists and experts at a Hyderabad consultation urged the media to highlight environmental crises and climate action ahead of COP-31. Speakers stressed the importance of local reporting on climate challenges, accountability and developed nations’ unmet climate finance commitments.

Amit Shah's visit to the Bhagya Laxmi temple near Charminar and his participation in a Maha Padayatra supporting SIR triggered severe traffic congestion across the Old City and central Hyderabad on Monday, inconveniencing commuters for several hours.

HMWSSB will undertake repairs to the century-old Osman Sagar conduit from November 3 to 4, disrupting drinking water supply for 36 hours in dependent areas. The Board has assured consumers that the shortfall will be met through alternative sources.

The Telangana High Court has directed the Special Government Pleader to file an additional affidavit in a PIL challenging the proposed ELF radar project in Damagundam Reserve Forest. The matter will be heard again on November 17, 2026.

The Civil Supplies Department conducted surprise raids across Hyderabad and Rangareddy districts from October 29 to 31, registering 11 FIRs and initiating action against 18 trading entities over alleged weight manipulation, inflated pricing, licensing violations and PDS rice diversion.

BRS leaders Syed Akbar Hussain and Waheed Ahmed have objected to restrictions on public access to Razzak Manzil, saying visitors to minority institutions and the Haj House Masjid are facing difficulties. They have sought restoration of access and threatened a protest.

Hyderabad's skies are set for a celestial spectacle in November and December, featuring Saturn, a pre-dawn alignment of four planets, and the Leonid and Geminid meteor showers. Darker locations away from city lights will offer better viewing conditions.

Chhattisgarh recovered from 94 for four to post 279 for seven against Hyderabad on the opening day of their Ranji Trophy Elite Group B match. Anuj Tiwary and Vikalp Tiwari scored half-centuries, while Jayant Yadav remained unbeaten

EAGLE Force and Patancheru police arrested two interstate drug peddlers and apprehended four consumers during a raid on a dairy farm in Kardanoor village. Police seized 1.15 kg of ganja worth Rs.57,000 and identified other consumers

An elderly man identified as Prakash was allegedly beaten to death by a youth following an argument over money to buy liquor near Kalpana Junction in Hyderabad's Kavadiguda on Sunday. Police identified the suspect as Satish, a Bansilalpet resident

  Cyberabad Traffic Police booked 205 motorists for drunk driving during a weekend enforcement drive, with 11 recording high blood alcohol levels. Meanwhile, courts disposed of 289 cases, sentencing 26 offenders to imprisonment and fines, while imposing penalties on others 

Hyderabad's Gudimalkapur police arrested a 23-year-old MBA student for allegedly stealing spare wheels and rims from parked cars. The accused reportedly targeted Mahindra Thar vehicles, with police recovering 15 stolen wheels linked to 13 theft cases

Godavari Football Club qualified for the I-League 3 final round despite losing 3-1 to Shillong's Nongseh Sports Club in their final Group C match. The qualification marks the first time a team from Andhra Pradesh has reached this stage.

BRS working president KT Rama Rao questioned the proposed privatisation of IDBI Bank, seeking transparency in asset valuation and an explanation for the sale. The All India IDBI Officers Association also urged a review, citing employee concerns and public interest.

Two students of KG Reddy College died after coming into contact with live electric wires in an agricultural field at Moinabad. Reports said they had gone there after a college party and allegedly tried to flee on noticing police.

A cybersecurity researcher flagged an IDOR vulnerability in the Telangana State Dental Council portal that exposed dentists’ personal details and academic documents. The affected section was taken offline after public criticism, prompting concerns over data protection and accountability.

The Khairatabad zone of Hyderabad City Police has trained one woman constable from each police station in motorcycle riding and deployed them for regular patrolling. The initiative aims to expand women's role in frontline policing and improve public access.

Heavy rainfall lashed Hyderabad and neighbouring districts from Friday evening to Saturday morning, bringing relief from hot and humid conditions after a prolonged dry spell. Keesara recorded 112 mm, while Valigonda in Yadadri Bhuvanagiri district received 118 mm.

A police constable working at Meerpet police station was arrested for allegedly misappropriating property seized during an investigation. He allegedly transferred Rs 1.70 lakh from a seized mobile phone to relatives’ accounts and pledged 12 tolas of seized gold ornaments.