Telangana

A woman from Andhra Pradesh has made headlines by submitting 150 applications for liquor shop licences, paying Rs 4.5 crore in fees, even as overall applications declined this term. The government is also implementing community-based reservations for the allotment of 2,620 liquor shops across the state.

DRDO Chairman Dr Samir V Kamat highlights semiconductors as critical to India’s technological sovereignty, national security, and modern industries. He cites progress under the India Semiconductor Mission and previews ESTIC-2025, aimed at sustainable innovation and tech empowerment

In Mancherial, a 60-year-old farmer was allegedly killed by his son over money for liquor. The suspect, unemployed and addicted to alcohol, attacked his father with a wooden pestle. Police have registered a murder case and are investigating

A farmer from Kolamchichpalli village in Kumram Bheem Asifabad district, was arrested for illegally cultivating cannabis as an intercrop in his cotton field. Acting on a tip-off, police seized 380 plants

CM Revanth Reddy directs Group II officers to care for parents, proposing a 10% salary deduction for neglect. He urges accountability in schools, praises TGPSC transparency, and announces upcoming Group III-IV appointments, totaling 11,000 jobs in Telangana

FLY Holistic School celebrated Diwali with a student-led carnival showcasing eco-friendly crafts. Over 500 participants attended, including parents and teachers. Proceeds from the event will support the Vasudhaikyam Trust, highlighting students’ creativity, compassion, and commitment to sustainability

A woman and her daughter from Mancherial, died in a tragic road accident near Chicago while en route to a housewarming ceremony. The incident has left the local community in mourning, with condolences pouring in for the bereaved family.

The 2021-25 batch graduation day of Sumathi Reddy Institute of Technology for Women (SRITW) was celebrated in Hanamkonda. Chairperson A Varada Reddy and faculty urged students to be innovative, responsible, and socially conscious as they step into professional life

The Jubilee Hills by-election campaign intensified over the weekend, with BRS, Congress, and BJP candidates actively reaching out to voters. Polling officials were trained at Banjara Bhavan, and a total of 48 nominations were filed on the sixth day, taking the overall count to 127

An Assistant Engineer at Gandhamguda Sub-Station in Rajendranagar, was arrested by the Anti-Corruption Bureau for accepting a Rs 30,000 bribe related to a transformer installation contract. He was produced before the special ACB court and remanded to judicial custody.

Chief Minister A Revanth Reddy warned senior officials over delays in implementing government schemes and development works, criticising bureaucratic negligence. He emphasised accountability but did not announce immediate fund disbursal, urging department heads to expedite Central grants and scheme-related funds

A 45-year-old mason, M Laxman, died after being hit by a speeding MMTS train between Moula Ali and Ammuguda stations on Friday night. Secunderabad GRP is investigating the incident, suspected to have occurred while he was crossing the tracks

In Jubilee Hills’ Pratibha Nagar, visually challenged voters will exercise their franchise through Braille ballots and home voting for the November 11 by-election. GHMC ensures accessible polling booths, ramps, wheelchairs, and ECI-compliant voter information slips for PWD participation

BRS senior leader T Harish Rao criticised the BJP and Congress for inaction on BC quota hikes, highlighting their parliamentary majority. He credited K Chandrashekhar Rao for championing BC rights and urged both national parties to act through constitutional amendments, not street protests

A firecracker godown on the outskirts of Andole-Jogipet town in Sangareddy district was completely destroyed in a blaze, though no casualties were reported due to its remote location. Officials suspect fire safety lapses led to the incident.

ASBL celebrated its 10th anniversary at Bharatiya Vidya Bhavan, King Koti, in partnership with Nritya Priya Dance Academy. The event featured classical Kuchipudi performances, Lord Krishna-themed presentations, and felicitations of cultural icons, highlighting ASBL’s commitment to nurturing India’s cultural heritage

The Enforcement Directorate has booked several Full Fledged Money Changers in Hyderabad for operating without valid RBI licences. Despite surrendering their licences earlier this year, some firms continued illegal forex operations using forged documents.

Telangana’s higher education council plans to revamp PG courses to improve employability and scrap irrelevant programmes. Initiatives include regional innovation clusters, AI-driven governance, digital learning platforms, and strengthened dual-degree programmes in partnership with global universities and industries

BRS leaders KT Rama Rao and T Harish Rao accused Telangana’s Congress government of intimidating investors and fostering a “gun culture” in the cabinet. They highlighted stark differences from the previous investor-friendly BRS regime and demanded a CBI probe

The Dandari-Gussadi festival in Adilabad is a vibrant celebration of tribal culture, dance, and matchmaking. Unmarried men perform traditional dances to attract prospective brides, while rituals and skits reflect both heritage and contemporary issues.

Union Minister G Kishan Reddy reviewed South Central Railway development projects at Rail Nilayam, Telangana. He urged officials to expedite works, including Secunderabad station upgrade under the Amrit Bharat Station Scheme, aiming to meet passenger needs for the next 50–60 years

The Konda Surekha controversy has reignited caste tensions within the Telangana Congress, with Backward Class leaders alleging systemic bias and unequal disciplinary action. The episode, compounded by recent protests and public dissent, has exposed what many perceive as Reddy dominance in party affairs.

Azim Premji University has opened admissions for 2026 undergraduate and postgraduate programmes at Bengaluru and Bhopal campuses. Courses span sciences, humanities, social sciences, education, development, economics, health, and sustainability, emphasizing critical thinking, collaboration, and real-world application

SCR has intensified security and crowd control at major railway stations ahead of Diwali. Multi-agency teams, holding areas, helpline booths, and late-night bus services have been arranged to ensure safe and smooth travel for festival-bound passengers