Telangana

The Hyderabad district administration has announced three paid holidays for offices and institutions serving as polling stations and counting centres for the Jubilee Hills Assembly bypoll. The holidays cover November 10, 11, and 14, ensuring smooth conduct of polling and counting

Andhra Pradesh has cancelled the tender process for the Detailed Project Report of the Polavaram-Banakacherla Link Project following strong opposition from Telangana. The project, estimated at Rs 81,900 crore, aimed to divert surplus Godavari waters to the Krishna basin but faced objections over environmental clearance, tribunal violations, and inter-state water disputes.

A technical fault at the Air Traffic Control in Delhi led to widespread delays of flights between Hyderabad and Delhi on Friday. Authorities confirmed the cancellation of one round-trip flight and delays across multiple services.

BRS minority leader Abdul Muqeet Chanda has criticised Telangana Chief Minister Revanth Reddy’s recent statement equating Muslims with the Congress party. He accused the Congress government of failing to offer meaningful representation to Muslims, citing token appointments and divisive rhetoric.

Civil society organisations in Hyderabad have demanded Chief Minister Revanth Reddy’s removal, accusing him of making anti-Muslim remarks during a campaign speech. They urged the Muslim community not to support the Congress in the upcoming Jubilee Hills by-election

Sangareddy District Collector P Pravinya directed the DEO to suspend the headmistress of ZP Girls High School for failing to maintain cleanliness. During a surprise visit, the Collector found unhygienic toilets and improper maintenance of attendance records

A two-day Telangana Today and Namaste Telangana Auto Show will be held at SR&BGNR College grounds in Khammam on Saturday and Sunday. Top automobile dealers from Hyderabad, Warangal and Khammam will participate. T News and Suman TV are partners.

Students of Teja Vidyalaya, Kodad, secured second place in a State-level quiz organised by the Army Public School, Golkonda. Over 1,000 schools participated. INTACH convenor Anuradha Reddy was the quiz master, and Deputy Collector Kadhiravan Palani gave away prizes.

BRS activists staged dharnas across Kothagudem district demanding road development and opposing the diversion of District Mineral Fund (DMF) allocations. The protests, led by district president Rega Kantha Rao, saw rallies at MLA camp offices in Kothagudem, Yellandu, and Aswapuram.

Hindu organisations under the Hindu Ikya Vedika banner staged a dharna in Ramagundam protesting the demolition of 46 Daari Maisamma temples by municipal authorities. BJP, VHP, and BRS leaders condemned the move, demanding action against officials and the local MLA.

Medak SP D V Srinivas Rao warned that strict action would be taken against farmers drying paddy or other grains on roads and road margins, citing several recent accidents caused by such practices involving unsuspecting motorists, especially two-wheeler riders.

Police detained BC Association activists in Karimnagar on Friday ahead of Governor Jishnu Dev Varma’s visit. The leaders had planned a protest over the pending 42 per cent BC reservation Bill. They were shifted to the Police Training Centre as a precaution

Governor Jishnu Dev Varma, addressing the second convocation of Satavahana University, said education has evolved beyond chalk and board to embrace technology, experience, and adaptability. He emphasised continuous learning, integrity, and collaboration as keys to success in today’s world.

BRS MLA T. Harish Rao launched a scathing attack on Chief Minister A. Revanth Reddy, accusing him of misusing state machinery and intimidating institutions ahead of the Jubilee Hills bypoll. He urged voters to reject “Congress’s harassment politics” and support the BRS.

A major fire broke out at a scrap shop in Dubbak town on Friday, reportedly due to a short circuit. Scrap material worth nearly Rs 15 lakh and two two-wheelers were destroyed before firefighters brought the flames under control.

Farmers across Adilabad, Nirmal and Kamareddy are facing up to 40 per cent yield loss as incessant rains and pest attacks hit soybean crops. With prices below MSP and delayed procurement, growers are struggling to recover even basic investments.

Tension erupted in Motinagar as police conducted searches at former BRS MLA Marri Janardhan Reddy’s residence ahead of the Jubilee Hills bypoll. The BRS accused the Congress government of harassment, alleging the operation had no jurisdictional link to Jubilee Hills.

A 52-year-old farmer from Vikarabad sustained critical burns after his daughter and son-in-law allegedly set him ablaze for refusing to transfer his land to her name. The police registered a case and are investigating the incident.

Traffic movement on National Highway 44 near Shamshabad was disrupted early Friday after a truck carrying plastic material caught fire. The driver and cleaner escaped unhurt, while fire officials suspect a short circuit triggered the blaze.

India fast bowler Arundhati Reddy, who was part of the team that won the Women's World Cup, was warmly welcomed at Hyderabad Airport. She credited the historic victory to collective team effort and expressed hope that it would inspire young girls

Yashwanth Bhukya, a mountaineer from Telangana, scaled Assam’s highest peak, Mt. Tumjang (6,102 feet), as part of his Seven Sisters Expedition. This marks his fifth successful state climb. He continues his patriotic mission with two peaks left

M Pratyush (100) of Deccan Chronicle and M. Sai Pragnay Reddy (121) of EMCC scored centuries in the HCA A-Division one-day league, with standout performances and wins on Thursday. Evergreen, Deccan Chronicle, and EMCC were among the victorious teams

Forest officials in Mancherial booked two individuals for smuggling teak timber during night patrols in the Thadlapet range. Timber worth Rs 22,806 was seized. While two suspects were apprehended, two others remain absconding.

An Adilabad court sentenced two men to 20 years of rigorous imprisonment and fined them for raping a minor girl. A woman accomplice was also jailed for three months. The court directed Rs 5 lakh compensation to be paid to the survivor.