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Congress government has been accused of betraying the Backward Classes after ULB reservation announcements showed BC representation at only around 31% — far below the promised 42%. Reservations were declared for 10 municipal mayors and 121 municipal chairpersons
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The State government on Saturday ordered a major reshuffle in the police department, transferring and posting 20 IPS officers across Telangana. Several key commissionerate and traffic wing changes were made, including new appointments in Hyderabad, Cyberabad and Malkajgiri commissionerates
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A man and his seven-year-old son were killed, while his niece was seriously injured, after a lorry hit their two-wheeler at Japthi Lingareddypally in Thoguta mandal of Siddipet district. Police have registered a case and launched an investigation.
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Seven of the nine urban local bodies in erstwhile Khammam, including Khammam Municipal Corporation, will be led by women following the finalisation of reservations for mayor and chairperson posts. Several posts have been reserved for women, SCs, STs and BCs
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IIMC College will hold a two-day international conference on January 19-20 on “Navigating Complexities in Education Research and Technology through Viksit Bharat 2047.” 75 research papers across disciplines will be presented, with Prof Patrick and Prof Chetan Sri Vatsav leading the sessions.
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Rama Vaidyanathan presents Maalyada: The Sacred Garland, a dance adaptation of Jeysundhar D’s book based on the Thiruppavai. The free performance at Ravindra Bharathi on January 18 at 6:30 pm explores Andal’s philosophical journey with music by Sudha Raghuraman.
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AIMIM president Asaduddin Owaisi has ruled out any alliance with the BJP or NDA in Maharashtra after the party won 125 seats in municipal elections. The party is now preparing for upcoming civic polls in Telangana.
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Ahead of GHMC elections, the MA&UD Department has issued a government order granting higher Transferable Development Rights for lands affected by lakes, rivers and nalas. The move offers compensation ranging from 200 to 400 per cent of built-up area surrendered.
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A series of chain-snatching incidents were reported across three areas under the Malkajgiri Commissionerate, with women losing gold chains while walking on roads. Police have formed special teams and are analysing CCTV footage to identify and catch the suspects.
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More than 70 bird species have been recorded during the Asian Waterbird Census 2026 in and around Kawal Tiger Reserve. The findings highlight the importance of Telangana’s freshwater wetlands as key habitats for resident and migratory birds.
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The Hyderabad Traffic Police have announced road closures and traffic diversions around Charminar on Saturday due to a Ghazal programme at Chowmahalla Palace. Restrictions will be in place from 2 pm to 11 pm, affecting all vehicles and RTC buses.
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AIMIM president Asaduddin Owaisi has criticised the Congress government and police over repeated disturbances in Puranapul, alleging weak intelligence and failure to catch culprits. He urged the government to study incidents carefully and ensure public safety.
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Low frequency and irregular TSRTC bus services in Hyderabad’s southern suburbs are causing hardship to students and office-goers during peak hours. Commuters complain of long waiting times, overcrowding and lack of bus shelters at several locations.
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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.
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NITI Aayog has identified Telangana’s TS-iPASS as India’s only industrial clearance system matching global best practices, recommending its features for a national MSME portal and highlighting its role in attracting investments and jobs.
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Deccan Development Society Vice Chairperson Dr Rukmini Rao warned that rapid industrialisation and urbanisation were reducing the area under food crop cultivation. Speaking at the Patha Panatala Jatara in Zaheerabad, she stressed the role of DDS women in promoting nutritious crops
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KPHB police arrested five members of an interstate gang involved in temple thefts and recovered gold and silver ornaments worth Rs 26 lakh. The arrests are linked to a recent theft at the Venkateshwara Swamy Temple in KPHB Colony. Two suspects remain absconding.
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Telangana’s EAGLE Force and Kukatpally police arrested two Pune residents on Wednesday, seizing 21 kilograms of ganja. The suspects procured the drug from Odisha and were caught at a Kukatpally bus stop. A case is registered, and investigation continues.
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TGSRTC operated 5,500 special buses during Sankranti festival from January 9-13 to ensure safe travel. Key Hyderabad hubs were closely monitored, congestion eased, and return services are scheduled for January 18-19. Helplines and advance booking are available.
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The Infection Control Academy of India has urged Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman to adopt a progressive GST on antibiotics. Access drugs would remain cheap, while Watch and Reserve antibiotics face higher taxes to prevent misuse and tackle antimicrobial resistance.
