Telangana

Preparatory works for the 7.5-km Darulshifa-Chandrayangutta Metro corridor are gathering pace, with authorities identifying underground utilities and completing property acquisition. Civil works tenders are expected shortly, while construction on the MGBS-Chandrayangutta stretch is targeted to begin in January.

AI-supported digital scans and clear aligners are transforming orthodontic care for teenagers in Hyderabad. While nearly invisible and removable aligners offer confidence and flexibility, high costs, strict 20-to-22-hour daily wear and professional supervision remain crucial considerations for families.

The University of Hyderabad's MMTTC will organise a free six-day international online training programme on leadership, governance and transformation in higher education from December 7 to 12. The programme has 150 seats, including 25 for international participants.

Unidentified burglars allegedly broke through the rear wall of a jewellery shop located next to Medchal Police Station and escaped with silver ornaments. The incident, reportedly the second burglary at the shop, has raised security concerns among traders and local residents.

GMR Hyderabad International Airport has commissioned CAT III Airfield Ground Lighting capability for Runway 09R, strengthening operations during low-visibility conditions. The upgrade is expected to reduce weather-related delays and diversions, particularly during the winter fog season, and improve schedule reliability.

Students at RGUKT-Basar in Nirmal district allege they were forced to consume sewage-like drinking water, raising concerns over contamination and health risks. Parents have demanded safe water supplies, while university officials say samples have been sent for laboratory testing

Telangana State Road Transport Corporation plans to install CCTV cameras at all bus stations and has strengthened passenger facilities at 86 major stations, including controllers, enquiry numbers, public address systems and timetable boards.

A female Home Guard, Mehaboob Bee, was allegedly murdered by her husband Satish at police quarters in Nalgonda. Police suspect strangulation and have launched an investigation. The motive remains unclear, while reports indicate the couple had an inter-caste marriage

Tension erupted at a social welfare residential junior college in Nidamanoor after girl students accused a sanitary worker of inappropriate behaviour. Parents and student organisations demanded an inquiry, immediate intervention by authorities, and confidential recording of students' statements.

South Central Railway will convert the Charlapalli-Tiruchanur-Charlapalli Express into a Superfast service from January 1, 2027. The return service will reach Charlapalli at 6 am, one hour earlier than its existing arrival time.

Telangana has begun experiencing colder weather, with minimum temperatures dropping to between 14°C and 15°C in Hyderabad and several districts. The IMD has forecast dry weather for the coming week, which is expected to bring a further decline in minimum temperatures under the influence of cool north-westerly winds.

South Central Railway will renumber six Hyderabad, Kacheguda, Narasapur, Mumbai, Kumta and Nagarsol train services and revise their category from Superfast to Mail/Express from January 2, 2027.

Yadagirigutta Sri Lakshmi Narasimha Swamy Temple held special Swati Nakshatra rituals on Monday, November 9, with Beerla Ilaiah attending the Giripradakshina Mahotsavam and thousands of devotees joining the procession.

A car lost control and rammed into a stationary two-wheeler parked on the roadside in Kurvapalli village of Jogulamba Gadwal district on Tuesday morning. No injuries were reported, but both vehicles were damaged.

All 33 passengers escaped safely after a private travels bus travelling from Kadapa to Vijayawada caught fire following a tyre burst near Chundi in Prakasam district, according to reports.

As borewells deepen and rainfall falters, Telangana must move beyond temporary fixes and make groundwater conservation an annual priority

The Civil Supplies Department has capped retail prices of major rice varieties at Rs 66–79 per kg and warned traders against overcharging. It is conducting inspections, advising retailers to procure stocks directly from millers and considering the PD Act against habitual offenders.

Pallapu Mahendar, a 25-year-old Rashtriya Rifles jawan on leave in Telangana, died after a speeding motorcycle hit his two-wheeler at Peerlapally village in Siddipet district. He was travelling with five friends on a pilgrimage to Komuravelly.

The Telangana government has notified the schedule for population enumeration, which will take place from January 25 to February 28, followed by a revisional round until March 5. Self-enumeration will be available from January 10 to January 24.

The Telangana State Commission for Women has directed PJTAU Vice-Chancellor Alidas Janaiah to appear for an enquiry into a sexual harassment and intimidation complaint by an assistant professor. Meanwhile, university staff and students staged protests demanding action.

Chief Minister A Revanth Reddy laid foundation stones for 13 development works worth Rs 9,053.48 crore in Kodangal. Major projects include Radial Road-2, BT road works, the second phase of MNKLIS, schools, an agricultural college and bus stations.

Irrigation officials have deferred the suspension of water supply from Kadem dam for agricultural needs following protests by farmers in Nirmal and Mancherial districts. Farmers had demanded continued supply until November 30 to protect standing paddy crops.

Residents of Singabhupalem in Kothagudem district have unanimously resolved to ban liquor sales at belt shops and public consumption of alcohol. The gram panchayat will also work to curb ganja, gudumba, gutkha and other tobacco products.

Chief Minister A Revanth Reddy made no announcements on Rythu Bharosa, crop-loss compensation or insurance at a farmers' meeting in Lagacherla. He urged farmers to avoid paddy cultivation amid water shortages and defended the proposed Shamshabad-Kodangal road project