Telangana

In just ten days, two major road accidents — the Kurnool bus fire and the Chevella RTC bus–truck collision — have killed 40 people across Telangana and Andhra Pradesh. Both incidents involved overloaded vehicles, highlighting severe lapses in road safety enforcement.

BRS district president Rega Kantha Rao filed a police complaint after Congress workers allegedly vandalised the Manugur party office, destroying items worth Rs 10 lakh. The attack, reportedly planned at MLA camp office, included casteist abuse and assault on a Dalit party worker

Siddipet police arrested five members of a gang for stealing batteries and diesel from Jio mobile towers across Telangana. They recovered 18 batteries, ₹3.01 lakh, and vehicles. Six others remain absconding as police continue the investigation

Voters in the Jubilee Hills by-election on November 11 can deposit their mobile phones at designated centres outside polling stations. The GHMC is setting up secure deposit counters as per ECI norms to help voters, especially senior citizens and women

Hyderabad Cybercrime police arrested three Andhra Pradesh residents for aiding online fraudsters by providing bank accounts for illegal transactions. The accused received commissions on each transfer. Police seized mobile phones and debit cards used in the crime. Investigation is underway

A factory worker, Murali Krishna (45) of Kalyanpuri Colony, Uppal, was found murdered with stab injuries in Nacharam Industrial Area. Police registered a case on his wife’s complaint and suspect that persons known to him were involved in the killing

District Collector Anudeep Durishetty launched the ‘Every Child Reads’ programme to improve English reading skills in government school students. The month-long phonetics-based initiative, monitored through a UDISE-linked app, aims to help each child read and understand simple paragraphs independently

Preliminary investigations into the Chevella crash that killed 21 people indicate both the RTC bus and gravel-laden truck were overloaded. Police suspect excess passengers, poor road conditions, and regulatory lapses contributed to the accident. A case has been registered for further probe.

BRS leader Koppula Eshwar accused the Revanth Reddy government of being anti-Dalit and failing welfare promises. He alleged diversion of SC funds and misuse of schemes for Congress workers. The Dalit Bandhu Sadhana Samiti pledged support for BRS candidate Maganti Sunitha

Two sisters, Bhavani and Shiva Leela, were orphaned after their parents, Bandappa and Lakshmi from Hajipur village, died in the Chevella RTC bus–truck collision that killed 21 people. Eyewitnesses described the heart-wrenching scene of the children crying beside their parents’ bodies.

Telangana’s liquor suppliers have warned of a shortage during the festive season as the Congress government delays Rs 3,366 crore in dues. Industry bodies say persistent non-payment has crippled operations and could hurt ‘Brand Telangana’ and future investments

Five men from Bibra village in Dahegaon mandal were arrested for illegal gambling after a tip-off. Police seized Rs 5,960 from them. The task force, led by Inspector Rana Prathap, conducted the raid and handed the accused to Dahegaon police

Private degree and postgraduate college managements across Telangana shut institutions and staged protests in Karimnagar demanding the government clear four years of pending fee reimbursement dues. The Telangana Private Degree and PG Colleges’ Managements Association warned colleges would remain closed until payments are made.

Cotton farmers in Mahabubnagar and Jogulamba Gadwal districts staged protests against the Congress government and CCI for cutting the procurement limit from 12 to 10 quintals per acre. Farmers blocked roads, alleging unfair policy changes and official harassment at purchase centres.

TPCC working president T. Jagga Reddy alleged that some HYDRAA officials were acting to defame the Congress government and aid the BRS. He accused the opposition of using the agency to target Congress candidate V. Naveen Yadav in the Jubilee Hills bypoll.

Police have identified the driver of the TGSRTC hire bus that met with a tragic accident in Chevella as Dastagiri Baba. The bus conductor, Radha, survived with minor injuries. The vehicle was operating on hire from Tandur depot.

Three sisters from Tandur — Nandini, Sai Priya, and Tanusha — were among those killed in the Mirzaguda RTC bus–truck collision. The students were returning to Hyderabad after attending a family wedding when the accident occurred.

CCTV footage has detailed the moments leading up to the Mirzaguda RTC bus–truck collision that killed 20 people. The video traces the bus’s route before impact, as police probe overspeeding and driver negligence as possible causes.

Tension prevailed at Mirjaguda in Chevella after a fatal RTC bus–truck collision killed 20 people. Locals protested during MLA K. Yadayah’s visit, blaming authorities for poor road safety. Police managed to disperse the crowd and restore order.

At least 20 passengers, including a woman and her infant daughter, were killed when a gravel-laden truck collided with a TSRTC bus near Mirzaguda village in Chevella. Rescue operations continued as several passengers remained trapped under debris.

At least 16 people were killed and several others injured after a TSRTC bus collided with a gravel-laden truck near Mirzaguda village in Chevella, Ranga Reddy district. Chief Minister Revanth Reddy ordered a high-level inquiry into the fatal accident.

Hyderabad hosts the 60th IGFR World Golf Championship, the first-ever in India and Asia. Featuring 180 golfers from 24 countries, the event celebrates Rotary’s spirit of fellowship. Rounds are played at Hyderabad Golf Club, Boulder Hills, and Vooty Golf County

Chandrashekhar emerged victorious in the Doctors Pro Tennis League, winning titles in multiple categories, including Below 50 years and 50-60 years. He defeated Sandeep 7-5, 4-6, 10-4 in the final, with Justice B Vijaysen Reddy presenting the prizes

A 12th-century black granite Ganesha idol, known as the Kanduru Chola Ganesha, lies endangered near Lingala in Nagarkurnool. Archaeologist E Sivanagireddy, citing a 1167 CE inscription, confirmed its historical value and urged immediate preservation efforts.