Telangana

Five members of one family filed nominations from Hirapur gram panchayat in Indervelli, causing confusion among villagers. Former sarpanch Lakshmibai, her daughter-in-law and three sons remain in the fray. In a separate case, three siblings filed nominations in Emayikunta.

JNTU-Hyderabad students protested against recent fee hikes, including exam, online services, transcript, and certificate processing fees. Activists warned of escalating the issue to the State government or High Court, submitting a representation to university authorities demanding an immediate rollback.

The Cyberabad police website, www.cyberabadpolice.gov.in , is now live after temporary downtime for maintenance and upgradation. Citizens can access information and services online, with authorities confirming full restoration of the portal for public use.

Erstwhile Adilabad recorded 2,730 nominations for 514 gram panchayats in the second phase of polls. Districts including Adilabad, Mancherial, Nirmal and Kumram Bheem Asifabad saw large filings. Polling is on December 14 and counting will be held the same day

Transport services across Telangana were temporarily disrupted due to a major technical glitch in the Vahan and Sarathi central servers in Delhi. Citizens faced long queues at RTA offices, but services resumed after officials and the Transport Minister intervened.

Shadnagar Police conducted a Flag March in four villages of Farooqnagar Mandal ahead of Gram Panchayat elections to ensure peaceful polling. Officers engaged with residents, reviewed critical locations, and encouraged reporting of suspicious activity, demonstrating election-focused preparedness.

Former GHMC corporator Najma Sultana, wife of two-time Karwan MLA Syed Kausar Mohiuddin, has filed her nomination for Baswapur sarpanch post. The December 17 election sees local youth contesting despite Mohiuddin’s push for a unanimous outcome

Villagers across Adilabad district are on edge after tiger pugmarks were spotted near Odduguda and other villages. Forest officials have deployed trackers and advised locals to avoid forests, suspecting a tiger may have migrated from Tadoba Andhari Tiger Reserve

BJP leaders filed a complaint at Saroornagar Police alleging that Telangana Chief Minister A Revanth Reddy made derogatory remarks against Sanatana Dharma and Hindu deities. Police said the complaint is under examination, with leaders demanding immediate legal action.

Scrub Typhus cases are surging in Andhra Pradesh, mostly affecting farmers. Telangana, an endemic region, is at risk. The painless mite-borne disease mimics dengue, typhoid, or malaria. Early diagnosis and precautions such as protective clothing and hygiene are essential.

The Chanchalguda–Santosh Nagar flyover in Hyderabad, originally slated for 2022 completion, faces prolonged delays. Residents report potholes, narrow roads, and traffic congestion. GHMC cites past obstacles and promises project completion and road recarpeting by June 2026.

Hilton has launched its first hotel in Hyderabad with the opening of Hilton Hyderabad Genome Valley Resort & Spa. Set on 20 acres, the resort features 115 rooms, Telangana-inspired architecture and sustainable design, marking a major step in Hilton’s South Asia expansion.

The third Global Gitopadesh Summit will be held on December 6 at Kanha Shanti Vanam near Hyderabad to mark Gita Jayanti. The event features Sloka recitations, talks, cultural programmes and marks the end of a global Sloka competition with 5,000 participants.

Cyber fraudsters are sending fake SIR voter verification messages asking people to click links and share OTPs or fees. Telangana officials clarified that SIR is not happening in the State and warned citizens to ignore such messages and protect their data.

South Central Railway has introduced Aadhaar-based OTP verification for Tatkal ticket bookings on 13 major trains. Passengers must enter an OTP sent to their Aadhaar-linked phone number, helping prevent bulk bookings and ensuring fair access to high-demand tickets.

Lockheed Martin and Tata celebrated the delivery of the 250th C-130J tail unit made in Hyderabad. The empennage, produced by TLMAL, is shipped to the US for final assembly and supports C-130J aircraft operating worldwide.

Hyderabad police warned the public about rising cyber fraud involving fake bank representatives and malicious APK links. Several victims lost large sums after installing fake apps or sharing banking details. Police urged citizens to avoid unknown links and report fraud immediately.

A woman from Saidabad was cheated of Rs 3.38 lakh by a man she met on a matrimonial website. Pretending to be a UK-based doctor, he sent fake visa and marriage papers and made her pay various fees. Cybercrime police are investigating.

Navy Week 2025 will feature three days of Navy Band concerts from December 6. Shows will be held at Navy House and at Sarath City Mall for the public. The events honour Indian Navy Day and the 1971 Operation Trident victory.

An IndiGo flight from Madinah to Hyderabad was diverted to Ahmedabad following a bomb threat. The plane landed safely at Sardar Vallabhbhai Patel Airport, passengers were deboarded, and security forces conducted a thorough search, finding no suspicious items

BRS working president K.T. Rama Rao slammed the Congress government for allegedly diverting over 9,300 acres of industrial land for real estate use. He warned of job losses, vowed legal action, and announced a statewide campaign to protect lands meant for industrial development.

Hyderabad and several Telangana districts are expected to experience a significant dip in night temperatures from Friday, with IMD forecasting minimums between 11°C and 15°C through the weekend. The colder spell marks a noticeable shift after weeks of mild weather.

The Bijapur encounter death toll rose to 18 after forces recovered six more Maoist bodies on Thursday. Three DRG personnel were killed and two injured. A major cache of weapons was seized, and top Maoist commander Modiyam Vella was among the dead.

The ACB launched predawn searches across Hyderabad, Ranga Reddy and Mahbubnagar after filing a DA case against Srinivas, Assistant Director, Survey and Land Records. Raids are underway at his office, home and properties linked to his relatives. More details awaited.