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Farmers from Tamil Nadu are travelling to Hyderabad to sell palm jaggery directly to customers. Made from palm sap, the traditional sweetener is slowly gaining popularity on the city’s outskirts for its natural taste and perceived health benefits.

Kachiguda police arrested a man who posed as a TSRTC vigilance officer and extorted money from bus conductors. The accused filmed conductors at halting points and later threatened them over phone calls, police said.

Hyderabad police arrested two men from Odisha at Secunderabad railway station for carrying ganja and seized 6.25 kg of the drug from them. The arrests were made by the Commissioner’s Task Force following a tip-off.

Lakhotia College of Design hosted its annual graduation fashion show, Love India 2025, in Hyderabad. Featuring 18 fashion sequences by over 50 young designers, the event celebrated creativity, Indian textiles and contemporary design.

Buddy Mobility Care has partnered with GMR Hyderabad International Airport to launch India’s first wheelchair-accessible transport service at an airport. The initiative offers safe, dignified and assisted travel for persons with reduced mobility, senior citizens and special-needs travellers.

Bhupendra Kainthola, PDG of the Publications Division, visited the 38th National Hyderabad Book Fair at NTR Stadium. He inspected the stall, interacted with visitors, and praised the fair’s turnout, highlighting India’s cultural heritage through books in multiple languages.

Over 30,000 people attended the Heartfulness World Meditation Day event at Kanha Shanti Vanam, with more than a million joining online. Leaders and spiritual guides spoke about meditation’s role in promoting peace, clarity and well-being.

Hyderabad traffic police booked 403 drivers during a special night drive on Saturday. Most offenders were two-wheeler riders, and nine drivers recorded very high alcohol levels. All those caught will have to appear before the court.

A 37-year-old auto driver died by suicide at his home in Asifnagar on Saturday night. Police said family-related issues may have caused distress. A case has been registered, and an investigation is under way.

The Balachelimi National Children’s Story Awards–2025 were presented in Hyderabad, honouring young writers from across India. A total of 36 winners were selected in three categories celebrating creativity and contributions to children’s literature.

A man was killed in a road accident at Shadnagar on Sunday after a truck hit his motorcycle and ran over him. The victim died on the spot, and police have registered a case and begun an investigation.

To tackle groundwater depletion, the Hyderabad water board plans to construct rainwater harvesting pits in around 1,200 government schools across four districts. The initiative aims to conserve water and promote sustainable practices among students.

For the first time since Telangana’s formation, registrations for Intermediate Public Examinations have crossed 10 lakh. The exams will begin on February 25, 2026, even as the Board has reduced the number of examination centres.

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Due to severe cold wave conditions in Telangana, the teachers’ union has urged authorities to delay school start times in social welfare residential schools, citing health risks to students, especially those staying in hostels.

SMP International School, Hydershakote, organised Robotics Expo 2025, enabling students to demonstrate technical skills and creativity. Projects like ‘Robo Lite 2.0’ and ‘Guest Counter’ highlighted robotics fundamentals and smart automation, while school leaders emphasised STEM learning and hands-on experience.

Cyberabad Traffic Police caught 409 drunk driving offenders, mostly two-wheeler riders, during a special check. BAC levels ranged from 35 mg/100 ml to 550 mg/100 ml. All offenders will face court proceedings, with fines and social service imposed in some cases.

A fire triggered by a suspected short circuit broke out at a cotton mill in Turkawadagaon village of Kangti mandal early Sunday, destroying nearly 30 tonnes of cotton and machinery. Firefighters rushed to control the blaze, while losses are yet to be assessed

During a special drive from December 13 to 19, Cyberabad police rescued six trafficking victims and arrested two persons. She Teams conducted 137 decoy operations, booked petty cases, counselled offenders, and received multiple complaints from women across the commissionerate.

Hyderabad Police have advised residents to secure their homes ahead of Christmas, New Year, and Sankranti holidays. Recommendations include locking doors, informing local police, avoiding public travel posts, using CCTV, and reporting suspicious activity to ensure safety.