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Prof Dr Alekhya Punjala, chairperson of Telangana Sangeet Natak Academy, performed a compelling Dushala monologue at Ravindra Bharati. Directed by Vinay Varma and written by Preetham Chakraborty, the performance explored Dushala’s oppression, loss, and struggles, drawing an audience of cultural luminaries

More than 10,500 trees in Secunderabad Cantonment are set to be affected for two elevated corridors, with 4,200 to be translocated and 3,300 felled. HMDA and other agencies are carrying out the process while also planning 20,000 compensatory saplings.

A tipper driver named Santosh suffered minor injuries after losing control of his vehicle and ramming into a roadside tree on Chevella Road on Thursday morning. Police arrived quickly, shifted him to hospital, and later removed the vehicle using a crane

The Malakpet railway station in Hyderabad is being upgraded under the Amrit Bharat Station Scheme at a cost of Rs 26.5 crore. Work is progressing fast, with modern facilities, better accessibility, improved lighting, a new façade, Metro link, and more, targeted for completion by June 2026

NS Ramjee, an animal lover and regular animal adopter in the zoo since 2010, donated White Swans on behalf of his parents late Mr and Mrs KA Narayanaswamy, retired IPS officer.

A long-pending Kalyana Lakshmi cheque handed to a new mother in Godavarikhani has highlighted widespread delays in marriage assistance schemes under Congress government. Beneficiaries say thousands of applications remain stuck, despite the party’s campaign promise of Rs 1 lakh plus one tola gold

FTCCI, in collaboration with Telangana Tourism and GHMC, invites entries for two contests: Traffic Junction Jewels Photo Contest showcasing Hyderabad’s artistic intersections, and Weekend Getaways Reel Contest highlighting destinations within 150 km. Submission deadline is November 22; winners announced November 26

The arrest of iBomma founder Ravi has triggered unexpected social media support, with users praising him for making films accessible and criticising high ticket and OTT prices. While many debate industry practices, Cybercrime officials warn such support could normalise piracy.

After the arrest of iBomma founder Ravi, senior IPS officer C V Anand warned that cybercrime and piracy will continue to evolve. He said arrests don’t end such offences and stressed the need for public awareness, digital security and avoiding quick-money temptations

The ED is expected to join the investigation into iBomma kingpin Immadhi Ravi after Hyderabad Police uncovered suspicious financial activity, including Rs 3.5 crore frozen, large betting app payments, monthly crypto transfers and foreign bank transactions, indicating possible money laundering.

The Directorate General Resettlement is organising a job fair for ex-servicemen on November 28 at Air Force Station Hakimpet. The fair will connect Army, Navy and Air Force veterans with employers across multiple sectors. Registration is free on ESMHire and the DGR website

Cyberabad Police issued a fog safety advisory as winter visibility on the ORR and major roads is expected to drop. Motorists are urged to drive slowly, use low-beam lights, maintain distance and avoid sudden braking. Patrolling in fog-prone areas will be intensified

Naga Chaitanya brought excitement to Bigg Boss Telugu, showcasing his team Hyderabad Blackbirds in the Indian Racing Festival. He shared his passion for racing, saying it gives him the same thrill as acting. The team leads the championship, with rounds in Goa and Mumbai upcoming.

Income Tax officials raided Hyderabad’s popular biryani chains—Pista House, Shah Ghouse, and Mehfil—over alleged tax evasion and financial irregularities. More than 30 teams inspected outlets, offices, and residences while seizing documents, digital data, and property records for further investigation

A 30-year-old man, Ajju, died on Monday night in Yacharam after his motorcycle collided with a stray dog. The rider fell and sustained fatal injuries, while the dog also died. Police are investigating the freak accident

Yashoda Hospitals performed a world-first bilateral lobar lung transplant on 12-year-old Anurag Sandeep, who suffered severe lung damage after accidentally consuming paraquat. After two weeks on ECMO with no improvement, donor lungs were transplanted, saving his life

A private school bus collided with a motorcycle in Kandukur on Monday night. K Narayana (50) died on the spot, while his relative D Shekhar suffered serious injuries and was hospitalised. Police have launched an investigation

Simpliforge, in collaboration with IIT Hyderabad, created India’s first and largest military insignia entrance arch in Jhansi Cantonment. The Tiger-themed 3D concrete structure, built with robotic-arm technology, honours the Armed Forces while leading to an indoor sports arena

A 21-year-old B Tech student, Gangotri, died by suicide in LB Nagar after allegedly facing dowry harassment from her husband Bhanu and his family, who demanded Rs 30 lakh and gold. Police filed a case based on her father’s complaint.

Families of the Saudi bus fire victims gathered at the Telangana Hajj Committee office to submit documents, but confusion over travel guidelines led to arguments. An official’s insensitive remark escalated tensions until committee members and leaders intervened to calm the situation