Telangana

Hyderabad’s Mehdipatnam skywalk, over 90% complete, is set to open by March 2026. The 390-metre steel and glass pedestrian bridge will ease traffic, feature 13 elevators, LED lights, coffee shops, and accommodate 30,000 daily pedestrians.

Amrabad Tiger Reserve has recorded nearly 50 tiger sightings since October 2025. Visitors can explore safaris at Farahabad, Gundam, and Akkamahadevi Caves. New Kollam Safari will open soon. Operations halt Jan 20–25 for the All India Tiger Estimation 2026.

Police arrested a man from Maharashtra for snatching a gold chain from a woman in Baramgadi village of Kamareddy district. The accused confessed to targeting lone women and was caught during a vehicle check at Beerkur

As part of the Arrive Alive initiative and road safety week, police distributed blankets and sports kits to tribals and youngsters in Adilabad. SP Akhil Mahajan urged people to follow traffic rules, avoid substance abuse and promote education

BRS MLC Dasoju Sravan criticised Chief Minister A Revanth Reddy, accusing him of undemocratic politics, divisive remarks and reviving a TDP agenda in Telangana. He alleged economic failures and warned the Chief Minister against arrogance

Families protested against Labour Minister Dr G Vivek in Chennur over land used for an ATC without prior notice. Women flagged civic issues, while party aspirants alleged ticket sale. Protests forced the minister to cut short an event

The Healthcare Reforms Doctors Association has opposed a proposed uniform fee structure for medical seats in Telangana, saying it threatens the Convener Quota system and could make medical education unaffordable for meritorious students from poor and middle-class families.

Panic gripped fishermen after three crocodiles were spotted in Yenkepally lake in Sangareddy district. Fearing attacks, they stopped fishing and urged the government to remove the reptiles to prevent danger to people and cattle visiting the lake.

NASA is inviting people to send their names around the Moon on the Artemis II mission. The free ‘Send Your Name’ campaign allows the public to symbolically join the historic lunar mission by registering online before January 21.

New Secunderabad DCP Rakshitha Krishna Murthy inspected Chilkalguda Police Station, reviewed vehicles and records, and instructed officers to ensure corruption-free, courteous policing while focusing on quality investigation and timely registration of FIRs.

Pixel Expedition: Survivor.io is a free-to-play roguelike that blends retro 8-bit visuals with modern gameplay mechanics. While fun and nostalgic, the game is currently held back by bugs and frequent ads during early access.

The Hyderabad She Teams strengthened women’s safety efforts in December by registering FIRs, securing convictions, and conducting awareness programmes. Police also urged women to stay alert online and report harassment immediately through official helplines.

BRS working president KT Rama Rao accused the BJP-led Union government of deliberately delaying the Sircilla Mega Power Loom Cluster. He alleged political vendetta, questioned the Centre’s commitment to cooperative federalism, and urged inclusion of the project in the Union Budget.

A 27-year-old software engineer, Barmavath Manohar, died after his motorcycle rammed into an electric pole on the outskirts of Husnabad while travelling to Karimnagar. The US-returned engineer had recently started a software firm in Hyderabad.

BRS deputy floor leader T. Harish Rao accused the Congress government of large-scale irregularities in Singareni Collieries, alleging tender rigging, inflated contracts and political interference. He demanded a CBI probe and questioned selective cancellation of tenders.

The district administration has proposed converting Yellampalli Irrigation Project, Gandhari Khilla and Gudem Gutta temple into wedding destinations. The initiative aims to boost tourism, create local livelihoods and generate revenue, with plans for infrastructure, hospitality and eco-friendly facilities.

As many as 40 sheep were killed in a stray dog attack at Lakshmakkapally village on Sunday night. The farmer, who depended on sheep rearing for livelihood, has appealed to the government for compensation, estimating losses at nearly Rs 10 lakh.

A government school headmaster in Mancherial district was suspended for availing leave without permission and claiming salary for two months. The action was taken following an inquiry ordered by the Education Department’s Warangal Regional Joint Director.

Hyderabad Police carried out a major reshuffle late Sunday, transferring and posting 54 inspectors across law and order, traffic, security and specialised units. Approved by the Police Establishment Board, the changes aim to improve efficiency and balance manpower across the city.

A man allegedly killed his wife after suspecting her fidelity and attacked his daughter before attempting suicide at Adarsh Nagar colony in Siddipet. The woman died on the spot, while the daughter and accused were hospitalised.

A scooter rider was killed on the spot after being run over by a ready-mix concrete lorry at Aramghar Chaurasta in Hyderabad. Police shifted the body, registered a case, and began an investigation into the accident.

Actress Rashmika Mandanna impressed fans in Tokyo by speaking Japanese during Pushpa 2 promotions, thanked admirers for their warmth and gifts, and promised to return for a longer visit with improved language skills

Under KCR, governance rested on institutionalised trust; under Revanth, auto-debit risks turn citizens into presumed defaulters

The Telangana Cabinet decided to conduct early elections for 116 municipalities and seven corporations. It also approved Rs 2,787 crore for Metro Phase II land acquisition, a nine-km flyover in Hyderabad, and development plans for Godavari Pushkaralu in 2027