Telangana

AIMIM leaders have begun campaigning for Congress candidate Naveen Yadav in the Jubilee Hills by-election. Led by MLC Mirza Rahmath Baig, AIMIM cadres are reaching out to voters in Erragadda and Shaikpet, following Asaduddin Owaisi’s call to back Congress

The ISSO Athletics Championship 2025–26, hosted by Indus International School, Hyderabad, concluded after three days of thrilling competition at Gachibowli Stadium. Over 800 student-athletes from 90 schools across India participated, showcasing talent, teamwork, and sportsmanship

A 75-year-old man from Hyderabad lost Rs 1.68 crore to cyber fraudsters who duped him through a fake trading website promising high returns. After repeated transfers, he realised the scam when he was unable to withdraw his “profits"

The Hyderabad Metro Rail has revised its schedule, with the last train now departing at 11 pm from November 3. Services will run from 6 am to 11 pm daily, affecting late-night commuters and those returning from work or shopping.

A mega job fair will be held on November 4 at Kings Palace, Mehdipatnam, from 7 am to 1 pm. Organised by engineer Mannan Khan, the event will feature several companies from multiple sectors, including IT, pharma, and education

A Class 10 student at TTWRS Balika Gurukul School in Devarakonda, Telangana, allegedly attempted suicide by consuming disinfectant after being scolded and mocked by school staff. The girl’s parents have accused the school of harassment.

Distinguished scientist Ankathi Raju has been appointed Director of the Defence Research and Development Laboratory (DRDL) in Hyderabad. With over three decades of experience in missile propulsion systems, Raju has played a pivotal role in several key defence projects, including Prithvi, Agni, and Mission Shakti.

The Telangana intermediate English practical exams on January 21 and 22 clash with JEE Main 2026 dates. The Board assured alternative arrangements for affected students. Meanwhile, the State government revised intermediate exam fees, introducing a new Rs 100 English practical fee

A BSc graduate from Asifabad district, Sende Arun Kumar, turned to theft to clear debts from online betting. Arrested by KU Campus police, he confessed to 10 thefts in Hanamkonda. Police recovered gold, silver, and cash worth Rs 6 lakh

A government teacher, identified as Kuntla Rajashekhar Reddy, died by suicide by jumping into the Kaddam Narayana Reddy Project at Kaddampeddur mandal in Nirmal district. Police launched an inquiry and are awaiting a complaint from the family to ascertain the reason

A 51-year-old GHMC sweeper was sexually assaulted by a drunk watchman early Saturday near Erragadda foot over bridge in Hyderabad. The woman reported the incident to police, who quickly arrested the accused. Investigation is currently in progress

BRS working president K. T. Rama Rao said a win in the Jubilee Hills bypoll would signal the party’s resurgence across Telangana, as he slammed CM Revanth Reddy for failed promises and defended Maganti Sunitha’s candidature as a symbol of resilience.

A Forest Section Officer from Adilabad district, Mesram Jalimshav, died of a cardiac arrest at his residence in Jayashankar Bhupalpally district. His final rites were performed in his native village, with several tribal organisations paying heartfelt tributes

Ten women were injured, including two who sustained leg fractures, in a stampede during token distribution for soybean procurement at a PACS in Nirmal’s Kubheer mandal. Farmers blamed officials for poor crowd management and lack of safety arrangements.

Several students of the SC Residential School and College in Shaikpally, Ieeja mandal, fell ill due to suspected food poisoning after eating breakfast on Saturday. Three students were hospitalised. The incident follows a similar case in nearby Dharmavaram on Friday.

Over 50 students from the BC Hostel in Dharmavaram, Gadwal district, were hospitalised after suspected food poisoning on Friday night. Students reportedly fell ill after dinner, prompting criticism over the government’s monitoring of food quality in hostels.

Director General of Police B Shivadhar Reddy inaugurated a new Bharosa Centre in Shamshabad under the Cyberabad Commissionerate, aimed at supporting women and children in distress. The centre will offer legal, medical, and psychological services across 17 police station limits.

Following the cessation of rains in Hyderabad’s catchment areas, inflows into Osman Sagar and Himayat Sagar reservoirs have declined. Water levels dropped slightly since Friday morning, with officials attributing the change to the end of heavy rainfall earlier in the week.

Students from Shamshabad complained to Hydraa Commissioner that the Chinna Golkonda and Pedda Golkonda underpasses get flooded during rains, disrupting school travel. During an inspection of nalas and drains, Ranganath assured them that the issue would be resolved soon

Adilabad witnessed a spirited 5K run on Friday to commemorate the 150th birth anniversary of Sardar Vallabhbhai Patel. Flagged off by Utnoor ASP Kajal Singh, the event saw participation from police staff, students, and fitness enthusiasts.

A 20-year-old woman died in a road accident at Kandlakoya, Medchal, when a speeding RTC bus hit the scooter she was riding with her uncle and sister. The other two were injured and hospitalised.

Rashtrapati Nilayam in Secunderabad commemorated National Unity Day 2025 with vibrant celebrations honouring Sardar Vallabhbhai Patel’s 150th birth anniversary. Over 2,600 students participated in exhibitions, cultural performances, and a Unity Walk.

Under its road safety initiative, GHMC repaired 19,380 out of 20,882 potholes identified across Hyderabad till October 31. The civic body also completed 913 catch pit repairs, 461 cover replacements, and 14 central median repairs across six zones in the city