Telangana

Sangareddy: Valki Raju, a sarpanch contestant for Pippadpally, was found dead under suspicious circumstances near the farmhouse of Congress mandal president Balaji Narasimhulu. Police have registered a case, shifted the body for postmortem, and launched an investigation.

A 45-year-old man, Pati Surender of Gollapally in Yellareddypet mandal, died on Sunday after a chicken piece got stuck in his throat while having lunch. Family members attempted to pull it out but failed. He is survived by his wife and two daughters.

Nurses at NIMS launched a daily one-hour black-badge protest from Monday, alleging that the management has failed to address long-pending welfare issues. The union sought action on medical service access for families, filling vacancies, EL encashment, cadre review and pay revisions.

Two persons, including a bike taxi rider, were killed on the spot when a speeding lorry rammed their motorcycle near Jyothi Milk Industry in Suraram on Monday. The Suraram police registered a case, shifted the bodies for autopsy and launched a search for the absconding driver.

Freezing conditions persisted across the erstwhile Adilabad district on Monday, with Arli (T) in Bheempur mandal recording 7.9°C and Ginnedhari in Tiryani mandal logging 8.2°C. Dense fog affected movement on NH-44, while residents stayed indoors and farmers halted fieldwork.

A migrant tigress that entered the Kawal Tiger Reserve core in late November has now moved into Khanapur division in Nirmal district. Forest officials are tracking her movement through Dasturabad and Kaddampeddur ranges while sensitising villagers and ensuring safe passage for the big cat.

Hyderabad’s Rajiv Gandhi International Airport faced significant disruptions on Monday as IndiGo cancelled 112 flights, including 54 departures and 58 arrivals. Passengers were advised to check flight status, contact customer support, and make alternative travel arrangements amid ongoing operational issues.

A realtor identified as Ratnam was brutally murdered in Hyderabad’s Saket Colony on Monday. Unidentified assailants allegedly opened fire and then attacked him with knives. Police suspect financial enmity and have formed special teams to trace the killers. Investigation is underway.

Hyderabad and several Telangana districts witnessed severe cold-wave like conditions as minimum temperatures dropped to single digits, with Hyderabad recording 8.4°C. Many districts saw temperatures between 6°C and 10°C. IMD forecasts colder nights over the next two to three days across isolated pockets.

Three Hyderabad-bound flights—IndiGo, Lufthansa and British Airways—received bomb threat emails on Sunday, prompting heightened security at RGIA. All aircraft landed safely, passengers were evacuated, and Bomb Squad teams conducted checks. The threats were later declared a hoax as police probe the source.

An 18-year-old first-year B.Tech student from Srinidhi College died after a speeding motorcycle skidded in Medipally on Sunday. The victim, Hasini, was travelling with her friend Akshay, who sustained serious injuries. Police said the bike was being ridden at high speed.

Three athletes from Telangana — B Akira Nandan, G Shirisha and Srinikesh — have been selected to represent India in the Para Youth Asian Games starting tomorrow in Dubai. The announcement was made by G Prasanth, president of Para Sports Association of Telangana

Chennai boys and Sudev FC girls emerged champions in the HCL Foundation Football League 2 Tier 1 at Secunderabad RRC Ground. Former India captain Victor Amalraj and AFC coach E S Shyam attended the valedictory function

Armoor MLA P Rakesh Reddy has joined Goshamahal MLA T Raja Singh in criticising the Telangana BJP leadership, urging a change in strategy to secure power in the state. Speaking at a protest in Hyderabad, Reddy compared the party’s struggles in Telangana with successes elsewhere.

A man in Adilabad was booked for caste-based abuse during a procession marking Dr BR Ambedkar’s death anniversary in Echoda mandal. Police registered a case under the SC, ST (Prevention of) Atrocities Act.

As gram panchayat election campaigning intensifies in Karimnagar, sarpanch aspirants are introducing novel promises to attract voters. While some pledge civic solutions backed by bond papers, others are offering financial deposits for newborn girls.

Secunderabad Club defeated Sacred Heart by 88 runs in the HCA C-Division one-day league cricket championship. Narender top-scored with 74, while Rambabu took 3/14. Sacred Heart were bowled out for 155 in 29.3 overs

Ram Charan scored a superb 148 to help Hyderabad post 301 against Maharashtra on the opening day of the Vijay Merchant Trophy Under-16 Elite Group match at Mulapadu. Prince added 73, while Neel Chandratre took 6/50 for Maharashtra

Telangana athletes B Akira Nandan, G Shirisha and Srinikesh have been selected to represent India in the Para Youth Asian Games starting tomorrow in Dubai. The announcement was made by G Prasanth, president of the Para Sports Association of Telangana

Chennai boys and Delhi’s Sudev FC girls won the HCL Foundation Football League 2 Tier 1 titles at Secunderabad RRC Ground. Former India captain Victor Amalraj and coach E S Shyam attended the valedictory function

Civil Supplies Enforcement Task Force officials seized 320 quintals of PDS rice during raids on Veeranjaneya Rice Mill near Huzurabad. Acting on a tip-off, officials intercepted autorickshaws carrying rice illegally and later discovered a large stock stored without authorisation.

The Silver Filigree of Karimnagar (SIFK), a craft with Geographical Indication status, has prepared 60 silver Buddha artefacts for the Global Summit-2025 in Hyderabad. About 100 artisans completed the order within ten days, and the souvenirs will be presented to international delegates.

Two persons, including a father and his young daughter from Medchal, died while five others sustained serious injuries in a road accident on the Outer Ring Road near Tellapur on Saturday night.

St Anthony’s Church, Venkatapuram, defeated St Bernard Church 3-1, while St Mary’s Basilica beat St Ann’s 2-1 in the United Christmas Celebrations football tournament at Bolarum. Venkatapuram, Gandhinagar, Mary’s and John Maria teams advanced to the semifinals