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Hyderabad's electorate could shrink by nearly 41 per-cent under SIR. The city had 47.36-lakh electors before revision, while 12.49-lakh notices were served. Officials expect exclusions to reduce the final rolls, with Rangareddy also facing a projected decline of at least 35 per-cent
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A 15-year-old intermediate student died after allegedly falling from the 23rd floor of an apartment building in Kokapet, Hyderabad, on Thursday night. Narsingi police have registered a case and are investigating the circumstances surrounding her death
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BRS working president KT Rama Rao criticised Chief Minister A Revanth Reddy over the proposed Musi riverfront project amid drought, crop losses and power shortages. He questioned water management, project transparency, Medigadda repairs, investment claims and the detention of party leaders.
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A 15-year-old Class 10 student died after reportedly suffering excessive bleeding at a KGBV hostel near Siddipet. Her death triggered protests by BRS leaders and student organisations, with Dubbak MLA Kotha Prabhakar Reddy demanding an inquiry, action and compensation.
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A 22-year-old youth, Rahul, died after his motorcycle rammed into a stationary RTC bus near Wipro in Maheshwaram on Wednesday night. His relatives staged a protest at the RTC depot before police intervened and registered a case
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Villagers in Medak district follow an age-old tradition of roasting unripe custard apples over wood fires. The seasonal delicacy, known for its charred, earthy taste, is enjoyed in several rural areas, while buyers travel from Hyderabad to purchase custard apples.
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Umrah pilgrims from Telangana remain stranded in Saudi Arabia after flight cancellations, facing uncertainty over return journeys, dwindling funds and medical needs. While some pay steep fares or travel through neighbouring countries, others await updates and support from Indian officials.
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The BRS accused the Congress government of failing to protect Dalits and tribals, citing 9,102 atrocity cases and convictions in only 32. A delegation urged DGP CV Anand to expedite investigations, ensure timely FIRs and provide statutory compensation to victims.
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The NDRF has deployed 31 teams across cyclone-prone regions as very severe Cyclone Arnab approaches the Andhra Pradesh coast near Yanam. Authorities have activated shelters, issued public alerts and warned fishermen to remain ashore while urging people to follow official advisories
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The BRS has urged the select committee to recommend withdrawal of the Telangana Hate Speech and Hate Crimes Bill, 2026, citing concerns over vague provisions, media freedom and dissent. It proposed alternative safeguards and wider public consultations.
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Telangana athlete Sriteja Tholem won her second gold at the 41st Junior National Athletics Championship in Chennai, claiming the women’s under-20 heptathlon with 2,033 points. She had earlier won the 100m hurdles and recently broke a 32-year-old heptathlon record.
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Delays in submitting Utilisation Certificates have held up Central funds to Telangana, adding to the State’s financial stress. Chief Secretary Sanjay Jaju has directed departments to resolve pending issues, complete formalities and coordinate with Central authorities to expedite fund releases.
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Deccan Fencing Club from Telangana won five medals at the ISSO National Fencing Championship in Faridabad. Aanika clinched gold in the under-17 women’s foil, while Pratham Juvvadi won silver. Three other club fencers secured bronze medals across foil and épée events
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Residents of Gundi village in Kumram Bheem Asifabad district began a cycle rally to Hyderabad on Monday, demanding completion of a bridge sanctioned in 2007. They say the unfinished structure leaves villagers isolated during monsoon and hampers access to essential services.
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Former Telangana Health Minister C Laxma Reddy criticised the Congress government over alleged decomposition of bodies at Jadcherla Government Hospital’s mortuary, blaming power disruptions and administrative negligence. He demanded uninterrupted electricity, immediate corrective measures and improvements in hospital infrastructure
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Telangana’s TG SAFE issued improvement notices to 20 sweet shops and manufacturing units and a show-cause notice to another establishment after statewide inspections revealed hygiene violations. Officials collected 38 suspected adulterated food samples and warned of further action for non-compliance
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Unidentified persons allegedly attacked Congress leader Ankati Srinivas’s house at Venkatrao village in Mancherial on Friday night, damaging a car’s windowpanes and a television. Police have begun an investigation. Srinivas had also alleged that followers of a rival Congress leader kidnapped him.
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A couple from Manoor died in a road accident at Irkode near Basavakalyan in Karnataka on Friday night. Six family members, including three children, sustained serious injuries while travelling on a pilgrimage. The injured were shifted to a hospital in Bidar.
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The Telangana Government is preparing to host the Khelo India Games from December 11 to 22. Sports Minister V. Sridhari reviewed arrangements, including athlete selection, venues, coaching, accommodation and transport, with a focus on developing medal-winning athletes from the State
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The BRS has appointed constituency-wise in-charges across six erstwhile districts to coordinate preparations for two Graduate MLC elections in Telangana. Party working president KT Rama Rao announced the appointments, tasking leaders with mobilising workers and overseeing election-related activities.
