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US H-1B visa delays, caused by a new social media vetting policy, are leaving Indians stranded in India and risking their jobs. Some appointments have been postponed to 2026, prompting Google to advise employees against international travel.

A fire triggered by an LPG leak broke out in a residential building in Nallakunta, Hyderabad, trapping a family of seven. Police and firefighters rescued all occupants, who were hospitalised due to smoke inhalation and are now safe.

Hyd.art 2025, Hyderabad’s largest curated art showcase, was inaugurated by filmmaker Sekhar Kammula in Narsingi. Featuring over 200 artists, the three-day exhibition celebrates Indian art through historic, contemporary and folk expressions.

Hyderabad Commissioner’s Task Force arrested a vehicle thief and a receiver of stolen vehicles, recovering four scooters and a motorcycle. The main accused was involved in five cases and sold stolen bikes to a trader in the city.

Mahatma Gandhi Institute of Technology hosted its alumni reunion, Reminiscence 2025, bringing former students together to relive memories, share career experiences and guide current students, while celebrating the institute’s growth and strong alumni connections.

Final-year students of Regency College of Culinary Arts hosted a vintage-themed French Gourmet Gala Lunch, featuring a seven-course menu, elaborate culinary displays and a striking butter swan sculpture, showcasing their fine-dining skills and creativity.

Hare Krishna Movement, Hyderabad, hosted its annual Heritage Fest at the Golden Temple in Banjara Hills, drawing nearly 12,000 students from 60 schools to celebrate India’s cultural, ethical and spiritual traditions through vibrant performances.

Salary payments through the IFMIS portal have caused delays for government employees who shifted departments in Telangana. Over 100 TWREIS staff have not received salaries for two months due to credential duplication and data errors on the system.

Tension prevailed in Chennur mandal after a sarpanch candidate’s husband alleged irregularities in Bavupat village elections. Claiming staff bias and violations during counting, he and his supporters staged a rasta roko demanding the Collector’s intervention and justice.

In a major blow to the CPI Maoist, 41 underground cadres, including six senior leaders, surrendered before the Telangana Police in Hyderabad. They handed over arms and ammunition, citing security pressure and hardships, and will receive benefits under the State rehabilitation policy.

In a surprising outcome in the third phase gram panchayat elections in Warangal district, a BJP supporter contesting for the sarpanch post failed to secure even a single vote. The incident has triggered curiosity among villagers and political circles.

Gram panchayat election results in the erstwhile Medak district indicate strong rural anger against the Congress government, with a sharp decline in unanimously elected panchayats. Voters chose to register protest through polling, reflecting anti-incumbency sentiment, political observers said.

Despite police efforts, Hyderabad recorded at least nine murders in the last fortnight, mainly linked to extra marital affairs, property and financial disputes. Community and religious elders condemned the violence and urged people to resolve issues through dialogue and guidance of elders.

BRS working president KT Rama Rao criticised the BJP-led Centre and the Congress government in Telangana for renaming welfare schemes while weakening their impact, alleging political opportunism and neglect of rural livelihoods, farmers and cultural programmes

Yashoda Hospitals Hitec City successfully completed over 1,000 major robotic surgeries in a year, spanning multiple specialties. The milestone reflects precision, excellent outcomes, and advanced medical care, earning congratulations from Madhapur DCP Riti Raj.

A commemorative volume, New Facets of Indian Historiography and Historical Methods, dedicated to historian Prof Sheikh Ali, was released at Malabar Christian College. The event highlighted his contributions to South Indian history, with key addresses by renowned scholars.

HMWSSB vigilance officials filed criminal cases against nine Red Hills residents who illegally obtained 15 water connections during road construction. The connections were removed, and authorities warned citizens to report any unauthorised water or sewer connections.

Sai Likhitha, a 14-year-old student of Telangana Social Welfare Residential School, Pochampad, died from suspected food poisoning. Recent incidents affected 60 students in Hyderabad. Repeated cases in state-run schools have raised serious food safety concerns, prompting NHRC scrutiny.

In a unique development in Sangareddy district, ward members of Jagannadhpur village elected the sarpanch’s wife as vice-sarpanch after failing to reach a consensus. Biradar Vijay Kumar was elected sarpanch in the third phase of gram panchayat elections.

The South Central Railway will dismantle the old Foot Over Bridge at Hyderabad’s Nampally Railway Station from December 20 to 23 due to safety concerns. The over-50-year-old structure poses risks over multiple yard lines, and public cooperation is requested.