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GHMC’s Happy Streets event at Sanjeevaiah Children’s Park focused on promoting a clean and green Hyderabad. Children participated in eco-friendly activities, took the Swacch City Heroes pledge, and received saplings, highlighting civic responsibility, waste segregation, and sustainable habits

Hyderabad’s National Institute of Nutrition developed a patented herbal therapy for menopausal syndrome as a safer alternative to HRT. Recognised with the Health Research Excellence 2025 award, the non-hormonal Ayurvedic treatment addresses osteoporosis, metabolic syndrome, and fatty liver

LVPEI concluded Children’s Eye Care Awareness Week with an awareness walk at KBR Park, attended by 600 children and parents. The event promoted outdoor play, sunlight exposure, and healthy reading habits to prevent or slow myopia, along with competitions and expert guidance

The fourth edition of Granules Green Heartfulness Run and Plantation Week saw over 100,000 participants nationwide, including 5,000 at Kanha Shanti Vanam. The event promoted fitness, community unity, and environmental awareness, with support from sports icons and the Ministry of Youth Affairs

Hyderabad and Cyberabad police conducted special weekend checks, catching 925 drunk drivers, mostly two-wheelers. Several recorded dangerously high BAC levels, with some exceeding 300 mg/100 ml. Authorities have booked cases, warning the public against drunk driving to ensure road safety

BRS leader KT Rama Rao criticised both Centre and Telangana governments for the cotton procurement crisis. With only 1.12 lakh tonnes procured, farmers face losses of Rs 2,000 per quintal. He demanded a high-level Delhi delegation and urgent Central intervention

Experts from the Madras Crocodile Bank Trust visited Shivvaram Crocodile Sanctuary in Telangana, home to around 100 freshwater crocodiles. Officials plan to develop ecotourism, including trekking and visitor amenities, while promoting conservation of crocodiles, otters, and endangered bird species

Two men from Pune and Ahmedabad were arrested in Kagaznagar for defrauding the public through fake online trading platforms. Police traced them after three others were arrested earlier. The accused allegedly cheated people of Rs 76.5 lakh using multiple bank accounts

A parked electric car caught fire near NTR Stadium in Domalguda on Sunday. Locals alerted authorities, and the fire department quickly doused the flames. No casualties were reported, and officials suspect a short circuit caused the fire.

A 28-year-old man from Choppadandi died by suicide after worrying about possible punishment and the fine in a drunk-driving case. Court proceedings were delayed, increasing his fear. Police have registered a case based on his mother's complaint and begun investigation

Cotton ginning mills in Telangana have warned of a total shutdown from November 17 after government assurances on equitable cotton supply and other issues went unfulfilled. Farmers face distress due to unseasonal rains, CCI procurement limits, and falling prices

Major roadworks in Hyderabad for stormwater drainage and repairs have stalled for weeks, causing traffic chaos and inconvenience to commuters. Residents demand swift completion while GHMC cites a shortage of daily wage workers as the reason for delays

Jayanthi Super Specialty Hospital launched a campaign on World Diabetes Day to raise awareness about rising diabetes cases in Telangana. Experts highlighted the disease’s impact on the heart, brain, kidneys, and the urgent need for public health measures

With food poisoning cases rising in State run hostels and committees failing to curb the problem, the Telangana government is planning integrated software for hostel management. Senior officials have outlined key parameters, and developers have begun work on the proposed system.

NNRESGI has signed an MoU to establish an IIT Madras CODE Chapter, allowing students to pursue IITM’s BS degrees in Data Science, Electronic Systems, or Programming alongside their regular courses. The collaboration boosts career prospects and enhances academic flexibility

Whale Tank Biocatalysts successfully hosted its third Startup-Investor Meet, WT 3.0, at ISB Hyderabad in partnership with BIRAC. The event boosted Deeptech startup funding and featured the launch of NEXASWEET, a stem cell-attractant sweetener aimed at supporting gut health.

SIS Software India celebrated its 25th anniversary and Annual Day, recognising its team for driving major advances in healthcare software. Teams from Hyderabad, Noida and senior US executives attended, highlighting India’s essential role in SIS’s global perioperative technology development.

Birla Mandir has completed polishing works on its main tower, the Jagadananda Vimanam, as part of a major restoration ahead of its Golden Jubilee in 2026. More gopuram works are underway, with all renovations set to finish by January 2026

Cyberabad Cybercrime officials solved three fraud cases reported between November 6 and 11, arresting four suspects involved in online trading and smishing scams. A private employee lost Rs 21.9 lakh after being lured through a fake Forex app promoted on Telegram

For nearly a year, the mid-day meals in the government and local body schools ran on an outdated cost, forcing schools to struggle to provide better quality and nutritious meals. This is despite the Central government revising the cooking charges in November 2024. However, the State government has failed to implement the hike for nearly a year.