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The Anusandhan National Research Foundation has launched the JC Bose Grant for senior scientists and engineers in India. The five-year grant provides Rs 25 lakh annually for research expenses and Rs 1 lakh for overheads. Applications are open January 1–February 1.

A man in Potharam village faces an FIR after a viral video showed him killing a goat during a public ritual. PETA India and SAFI Hyderabad filed the complaint, citing violations of animal cruelty and Telangana prohibition laws.

Cyberabad traffic police caught 377 people driving under the influence during a weekend crackdown. Twenty-one had high BAC levels. Courts disposed of 55 cases last week, including fines, social service, and one imprisonment sentence.

BRS leader Kyama Mallesh accused Chief Minister A Revanth Reddy of neglecting the Palamuru-Rangareddy Lift Irrigation Scheme and betraying Telangana’s interests. He said the Congress government failed to complete pending works despite promises.

A nine-year-old boy died by suicide at Chilver village in Midjil mandal on Sunday. His parents rushed him to a hospital after noticing the incident, but doctors declared him dead. Police have begun an inquiry.

The TTD Himayathnagar temple has made special arrangements for Vaikunta Ekadasi, with darshan starting at 1 am and continuing till night. Measures have been taken to manage crowds and ensure a smooth experience.

The BDL-Bhanur police arrested Sigachi Industries CEO Amit Raj Sinha nearly six months after a factory blast in Telangana that killed around 54 people. The arrest followed High Court pressure during a PIL hearing.

BRS working president KT Rama Rao paid tribute to Ratan Tata on his birth anniversary, remembering the late industrialist for his compassion, commitment to social good, and belief that true success lies in uplifting others.

Ambulance staff in Sangareddy were forced to carry a pregnant woman on a stretcher across a flooded road after backwaters blocked vehicle access to her village. Residents have renewed demands for a permanent road.

BRS leader KT Rama Rao accused the Telangana Congress government of selling prime public land worth Rs 5 lakh crore under asset monetisation, demanding that land allotted at concessional rates be reclaimed and used for public infrastructure

Health officials say counterfeit rabies vaccine concerns do not affect government hospitals in Telangana, as supplies come directly from manufacturers. However, the State faces rising dog bite cases and a serious shortage of Rabies Immunoglobulin injections needed for severe bites.

Around 50 journalists protesting G.O. Ms. No. 252 on media accreditation rules in Hyderabad were briefly detained by police. TUWJ criticised the order for creating unequal benefits and demanded immediate amendments to ensure uniform treatment for all journalists.

Telangana government doctors have expressed frustration over delayed salaries, stalled promotions, and pay disparities. The TGGDA demands immediate conversion of TVVP to DSH, release of pending benefits, and creation of key hospital posts, warning of a potential strike.

Hyderabad police have launched a manhunt for Aman Preet Singh, brother of Rakul Preet Singh, after his name emerged in a drug investigation. Authorities seized 43 grams of cocaine and MDMA and confirmed he is absconding in two separate cases.

Hyderabad police will expand its drone fleet, adopt AI policing for crime prediction, integrate CCTV systems, and implement smart traffic solutions. VC Sajjanar highlighted measures for disaster preparedness, rapid response, and anticipatory policing to enhance safety and efficiency in the city.

NIMS will launch three sub-specialty urology clinics—Uro-Oncology, Renal Transplantation, and Paediatric Urology—from January 1. The clinics, led by Dr Rahul Devar, will operate every Friday and provide advanced care for cancer, kidney transplants, and pediatric urological issues.

Hyderabad police will set up the Anti-Food Adulteration Team (AFAT) led by a DCP officer. The team will work with the Food Safety Authority and GHMC to prevent food adulteration and probe complaints involving milk, tea, chocolates, and other products.

Hyderabad’s Narcotics Enforcement Wing will expand from two to seven teams, with a new cell for case follow-ups. Authorities are compiling a consolidated database of drug offenders and coordinating with multiple agencies to tackle the city’s drug trafficking problem.

The Telangana police will jointly monitor rowdy sheeters in Hyderabad, Rachakonda and Cyberabad. A shared database has been created to track habitual offenders, and strict action, including invoking the PD Act, will be taken to maintain public order.

Hyderabad-based classical and devotional singer Malavika Anand will perform a special live concert titled Lag Ja Gale as a tribute to Lata Mangeshkar on December 29 at Telangana Saraswath Parishad Hall, Ramkote.