Telangana

BRS leader Ravula Sridhar Reddy alleged massive irregularities in the procurement of beds for government hostels, claiming tender norms were manipulated to inflate costs. He held the Chief Minister responsible and demanded an immediate probe into the Rs 170-crore deal

The Telangana Medical Council (TGMC) has issued show-cause notices to several doctors in Mancherial for practicing beyond their qualifications, violating medical ethics under NMC and TGMC Acts. Complaints revealed doctors treating patients in specialities without relevant degrees, including orthopaedics, neurology, kidney care, and diabetology.

A two-day mega auto show organised by Telangana Today and Namasthe Telangana drew large crowds in Nalgonda. Inaugurated by BRS legislator G Jagadish Reddy, the event showcased cars, motorcycles and electric vehicles across 21 stalls at NG College grounds. Reddy highlighted Telangana’s economic growth and rising affordability of automobiles.

Arrangements have been made for the smooth conduct of panchayat elections across erstwhile Adilabad district under the second phase. Officials confirmed that 477 panchayats would witness polling, including 139 villages in eight mandals. Campaigning concluded on Friday ahead of Sunday’s polls.

The long-running Godavari water dispute between Telangana and Andhra Pradesh is set to intensify, with Telangana preparing to approach the Supreme Court against the Polavaram-Nallamala Sagar Link Project, alleging legal violations and risks to its water share

The Telangana Human Rights Commission (TGHRC) has recommended that the State government provide a regular job and Rs 5 lakh compensation to the mother of 10-year-old Devath Joseph, who died at the Government Tribal Welfare Residential Hostel in Khammam.

BRS leader Tula Srinivas, along with farmers, staged a rasta-roko in Boath mandal demanding immediate procurement of soyabean produce. Farmers expressed frustration over delays in purchasing 10,000 quintals already transported to the market yard.

BRS Rajya Sabha MP Vaddiraju Ravichandra accused the Congress government of deceiving Backward Classes by failing to implement its promised 42 per cent reservation quota despite two years in power. He charged the Congress with conducting an “unscientific” caste census that under-represented BCs.

Burglars broke into a house in Aushapur village, Ghatkesar, while the family was away campaigning for a local election. They stole around five tolas of gold, cash, and clothes. Police have registered a case and begun investigations.

A delegation from the German Bundestag held discussions with BRS leader Dasoju Sravan Kumar in Hyderabad, focusing on the Telangana Agitation, post-Statehood growth and democratic governance. The meeting also covered industrial development and ways to strengthen Indo-German relations

Secunderabad police arrested a 68-year-old man for manufacturing and selling adulterated cow ghee. The suspect mixed plant-based oils with food coloring, packaged 200 kg as cow ghee, and sold it in local markets. Authorities seized the ghee and related equipment.

Union Minister for Minority Affairs Kiren Rijiju has urged Indian Muslims planning to undertake Hajj in 2026 to complete bookings by January 15, 2026, and choose only authorised Hajj Group Organisers or Private Tour Operators. An official circular highlighted Saudi Arabia’s deadline of February 1, 2026, for finalising housing and service contracts.

Thousands of devotees participated in the fourth annual Sri Radha Govinda Ratha Yatra organised by the Hare Krishna Movement in Kokapet on Saturday. The colourful procession, marked by sankirtans and prasadam distribution, showcased devotion, unity and community spirit.

Former Minister and senior BRS leader T Harish Rao congratulated newly elected sarpanches and ward members of 26 gram panchayats in Medak, asserting that voters had resisted Congress attempts to influence the elections through money and authority. He alleged that Congress leaders threatened candidates but the electorate stood firm with BRS-supported nominees.

Hidden in the forests of Kothagudem district, Adavi Ramaram and Donga Togu — Telangana’s smallest gram panchayats — go to the polls on December 17, where just a few dozen votes will determine the outcome

Forest officials in Mancherial have advised villagers to correctly identify tiger and leopard pugmarks to avoid panic. With images often shared on social media, officials explained key differences in size, shape and depth, urging verification before posting.

 The Combined Graduation Parade at Air Force Academy in Hyderabad culminated as the newly commissioned officers slow marched in two columns to the resonant notes of martial marching tunes, and with a special emotive moment as Indian Air Force Chief Air Chief Marshal AP Singh flew and led a three-aircraft Kiran formation above them

Senior BRS leader G Jagadish Reddy alleged widespread irregularities and misuse of power in the ongoing gram panchayat elections. He accused officials, police and Congress workers of intimidation and manipulation, while asserting strong grassroots support for the BRS

Bharat Rashtra Samithi working president KT Rama Rao congratulated party-backed sarpanches elected in the first phase of gram panchayat polls. He said the results reflected strong public support for the BRS despite alleged irregularities by the ruling Congress.

Rein Bazaar police arrested two more suspects in the murder of businessman Junaid Bharmoos in Yakutpura. With this, eight people have been arrested so far. The businessman was allegedly killed by a group of 12 attackers in public view.

Hyderabad Police have issued detailed guidelines for New Year’s Eve celebrations, mandating prior permission for post-midnight events, CCTV coverage, crowd control, noise limits, and safety measures. Violations will invite strict legal action, officials warned.

Telangana police arrested eight people for allegedly consuming ganja at a house in Borabanda, Hyderabad. Police said one accused procured the drug from a supplier and shared it with others. The arrests followed a tip-off.

A woman was allegedly strangled to death by her husband in Seetharampuram village of Bhupalpally district. The man later died by suicide after posting a video on WhatsApp. Police said family disputes were the reason and are investigating the case

More than 1,000 people participated in a 3-km Digital Literacy Run organised by Kriti Social Initiatives in partnership with AMD at T-Works, Hyderabad, to promote digital inclusion and highlight the importance of technology-driven education among youth and communities