"sankranti"

Despite festive celebrations, incidents involving banned Chinese manja caused injuries and deaths during Sankranti. City Police Commissioner V.C. Sajjanar said accidents declined compared to previous years, attributing the reduction to awareness drives and strict enforcement.

A gang of burglars allegedly armed with knives carried out a series of midnight burglaries during Sankranti on the outskirts of Hyderabad. Several houses in Chengicherla, Kanakadurga Colony and Anushakti Nagar were targeted, prompting a police investigation.

A 48-year-old motorcyclist died after his throat was slit by a nearly invisible Chinese manja during Makar Sankranti celebrations near NH-65 in Bidar. Viral videos of his final moments triggered public outrage

Humane World for Animals India urged people to avoid cockfighting during Sankranti. The NGO highlighted animal cruelty, illegal gambling, and liquor sales, noting the practice is punishable under law and urging citizens in Andhra Pradesh, Telangana, and Tamil Nadu to report offenders.

Hyderabad witnessed heavy traffic ahead of the Sankranthi festival as families began travelling to their hometowns. Toll plazas, highways, bus stations and railway stations saw massive congestion, with delays of several hours reported at key toll booths and transport hubs.

Humane World for Animals India urges citizens to celebrate a cruelty-free Sankranti by using cotton manja instead of dangerous glass-coated or synthetic threads. Violating Section 223 of the Bharatiya Nyay Sanhita 2023 can lead to fines or imprisonment.

TGSRTC will operate 6,431 special buses during Sankranti, with peak-day fares up to 1.5 times normal. Free travel for women continues under Mahalakshmi Scheme. Additional buses will run from key Hyderabad points to manage high passenger demand.

Kite markets at Gulzar Houz, Hussainialam and Dhoolpet are witnessing hectic activity ahead of Sankranthi, with shops stocking colourful kites and accessories. Traders say demand has improved this year, helped by the clampdown on Chinese manja

The Telangana government’s proposal to seek toll-free travel during Sankranti has triggered criticism, with many questioning why similar concessions were not extended during Dasara or Deepavali. Ministers say the move aims to ease traffic congestion during peak festive travel

Telangana schools’ Sankranti vacation, originally January 11–15, may be extended following teacher unions’ request. With January 10 as a Saturday holiday and festival holidays on January 15–16, unions suggest reopening on January 19, citing parental concerns about sending children immediately

The Telangana State Road Transport Corporation clarified that there is no increase in regular bus fares. Fare adjustments of up to 50 per cent apply only to special festival services to meet high demand during Bathukamma, Dasara and other festivals

Organisation's performance, Sankranti operations, employee welfare, implementation of the Mahalaxmi scheme for women, and other issues were discussed in the meetings

According to police officials, the house owner, Venkata Ramana, a native of Andhra Pradesh, locked the house and went to his native place for the festival when the incident occurred

All the junior colleges affiliated to the Board of Intermediate Education, which are on vacation from January11 to 16, will reopen on January 17. As the classes resume, the second year students will have practical sessions followed by the practical exams, commencing in the last week of January.

In the first incident, nine individuals were caught red-handed while engaging in the act at Janagama village in Koutala mandal. The police confiscated Rs 3,900 in cash, three roosters, and three knives from their possession.

Several of these films will be available in Tamil, Kannada, Malayalam, and Hindi audio options, broadening their accessibility to diverse audiences. Emphasizing its dedication to promoting regional storytelling, Vice President Monika Shergill remarked, “With a lineup featuring some of the industry’s top talents and compelling narratives, there’s plenty to be excited about.”

Family members stated that P Sanjay Kumar, a 22-year-old from Rajiv Swagruha Colony in Khammam rural mandal, was undergoing software training in Hyderabad. He had returned to Khammam on January 12 to celebrate the festival.

Later, the Chief Minister visits Chandragiri mandal to lay foundation for development projects, including roads and school buildings

TGSPDCL issues guidelines urging people to fly kites in open areas, not to use metallic thread or metal-reinforced strings

Consultations aim to align allocations with Congress government’s welfare and development priorities while addressing fiscal constraints