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A commemorative event was held in Secunderabad to mark the death anniversary of former world chess champion Alexander Alekhine, with speakers highlighting his legacy while young participants, including an eight-year-old, shared insights on the chess legend’s life and achievements.

A parked BMW car was gutted in a sudden fire near Parade Ground in Secunderabad on Friday. No casualties were reported. Fire personnel rushed to the spot, but the vehicle was reduced to ashes. Police are investigating the cause

BRS leader B Vinod Kumar said the party will challenge the Assembly Speaker’s ruling on disqualification petitions against 10 defected MLAs in the High Court and approach the Election Commission over Khairatabad MLA Danam Nagender contesting as a Congress candidate.

Nagole police arrested a woman from Secunderabad for allegedly cheating several investors by promising high returns through share market trading. Around 25 people reportedly invested crores of rupees, with three women alone pooling about Rs 27 lakh.

The Anti-Corruption Bureau caught a GHMC official in Secunderabad for allegedly demanding and accepting a bribe to process a retirement benefits file. The accused was arrested after accepting Rs 35,000 and produced before court for judicial remand.

Three people died in separate railway-related incidents in Secunderabad on Wednesday night. A labourer was crushed at Charlapalli station, a man collapsed near the foot overbridge, and another fell from a moving train. Police have registered cases and are investigating

Three of the seven high-speed rail corridors announced in the Union Budget will originate or terminate in Hyderabad, cutting travel time to Bengaluru, Chennai and Pune. The projects aim to boost connectivity and support economic growth across the region

The BRS signature campaign supporting the Secunderabad Cantonment Board merger with GHMC saw an overwhelming response in Rasoolpura, with over 2,300 signatures collected on Day 1 as residents, especially women, backed the move for better civic facilities

The Secunderabad Cantonment Board has cleared a four-lane Y-shaped flyover at Rasoolpura junction by issuing a NoC to the GHMC. The Rs 150 crore project aims to ease chronic traffic congestion at one of Hyderabad’s busiest junctions.

A major fire broke out in a provision store at the Monda Market area in Secunderabad on Wednesday evening. No casualties were reported. Fire officials suspect a short circuit, and swift action prevented the blaze from spreading to nearby shops.

Former Minister Talasani Srinivas Yadav vowed to continue the agitation for a separate Secunderabad Municipal Corporation despite police arrests and restrictions. He criticized the Congress government, citing heritage concerns, and announced a larger rally in early February to press the demand

Sanathnagar MLA T. Srinivas Yadav accused the Congress government of deliberately obstructing a BRS-backed rally demanding a separate Secunderabad Municipal Corporation, alleging misuse of police powers and vowing to approach the court to secure permission legally.

BRS working president KT Rama Rao will lead the ‘Bachao Secunderabad’ rally on Saturday to protest the Congress government’s alleged attempts to erase the city’s identity. Former minister Talasani Srinivas Yadav accused the government of unilateral decisions threatening Secunderabad’s heritage.

The International Kite and Sweet Festival begins at Secunderabad Parade Ground from January 13–15, featuring international and national kite flyers, traditional sweets from across India, and stalls for handicrafts. Hot air balloon and drone festivals follow later in January

Traffic restrictions and special parking arrangements will be in place in Secunderabad from January 13–15 for the International Kite and Sweet Festival at Parade Grounds. Shuttle services, designated parking, and alternative transport are advised to ease congestion

BRS deputy floor leader Talasani Srinivas Yadav criticised the Congress government’s proposal to create new municipal corporations, alleging it would erase Secunderabad’s identity. The party warned of protests and demanded immediate withdrawal of the plan

BRS MLC Sravan Dasoju strongly opposed the proposed reorganisation of GHMC, alleging it was aimed at erasing Secunderabad’s 200-year-old identity. He warned of a mass movement if the Congress government proceeds without public consultation

A Secunderabad man was allegedly cheated of Rs 72 lakh by cyber fraudsters posing as stock trading and IPO advisors. Lured through a Facebook advertisement and WhatsApp group, he invested money before being denied withdrawal

The Government Railway Police Secunderabad arrested two persons for allegedly stealing gold ornaments from passengers travelling on the Nanded Express. Gold worth Rs 25 lakh was recovered from the accused, who were caught after getting down at Cherlapally station.

Hyderabad and Secunderabad celebrated Christmas with packed churches, midnight masses, and morning services, as families attended carols and prayers. Festive decorations lit up malls, offices, and homes, spreading the spirit of joy, togetherness, and yuletide cheer across the city