Telangana

In a medical milestone for Telangana, paediatric surgeons at Gandhi Hospital successfully performed a laparoscopic splenectomy on a 7-year-old boy suffering from hereditary spherocytosis. The child, admitted with severe anaemia and an enlarged spleen, required frequent blood transfusions.

Residents and shopowners in Vemulawada halted road expansion works near the Sri Rajarajeshwara Swamy temple, alleging that officials began widening the southern approach road without notice. They demanded clarity on the proposed width, saying the plan threatens their homes and shops

The Central Drugs Standard Control Organisation (CDSCO) has announced that morning-after contraceptive pills will continue to be sold over-the-counter (OTC) in India, but with mandatory warning labels. These warnings, printed in regional languages and accessible via QR codes, caution against overuse and clarify that the pills do not protect against HIV or other sexually transmitted infections.

BRS leader Dr RS Praveen Kumar criticised officials for delaying the Rs 4 lakh compensation to the family of a pregnant tribal woman murdered by her uncle in Gerre village. He met the family and sought clarity on the pending cheque and fund transfer

Traffic on NH 44 came to a halt after farmers in Adilabad staged a rasta roko protesting restrictions on cotton and soybean procurement. The JAC alleged that CCI was not buying cotton at the support price and farmers faced losses due to new rules

With the Supreme Court directing the Telangana Assembly Speaker to decide on the disqualification pleas of 10 BRS MLAs, Patancheru may face a by election. MLA Gudem Mahipal Reddy, who joined Congress, is politically isolated as both parties move away

Station Ghanpur MLA Kadiyam Srihari on Friday requested Speaker G Prasad Kumar for more time to respond in the BRS disqualification case. While eight MLAs have filed their affidavits, Srihari and Danam Nagender have sought extensions despite the Supreme Court’s deadline.

BRS leader T Harish Rao alleged that the Congress government’s Bhu Bharati system has become a centre of corruption and delays, causing distress among farmers. He said pending land applications and protests show the failure of revenue reforms and demanded urgent action

The CPI (Maoist) alleged that top leader Madivi Hidma, his wife Raje and others were captured unarmed in Vijayawada and later killed in a fake encounter by Andhra Pradesh police. The party called for a nation-wide bandh on November 23.

BRS leader Manne Krishank accused the Revanth Reddy government of favoring fake companies while targeting genuine investors with cases. He called the Formula E prosecution against KTR political revenge and demanded a probe into a Rs 345 crore MoU with a Rs 1 lakh company.

The BRS has accused the Telangana Congress government of orchestrating a Rs 5 lakh crore scam by undervaluing and converting over 9,200 acres of industrial land in Hyderabad. KTR warned all transactions under the HILTP would be cancelled if BRS regains power

Former Minister T Harish Rao gifted cots worth Rs 6 lakh to students of BC Residential School, Thadkapally, fulfilling a promise made during his recent visit. Students and staff expressed gratitude for the gesture, which included prior T-shirt distribution.

Students protested in Parthipuram after TGRTC buses refused boarding due to overcrowding. Parents raised concerns over reduced free bus services on the Kurnool-Raichur route, affecting students, women farmers, and daily wage labourers. RTC urged to increase buses on the route.

GHMC issued notices to Annapurna and Ramanaidu Studios over unpaid trade licence fees. Annapurna, hosting a Bigg Boss 9 set without permission, paid Rs 7 lakh; Ramanaidu has paid Rs 1,900 against Rs 1.92 lakh dues. Both must settle full payments.

Around 20 sheep were killed by an unidentified wild animal in Patha Mancherial. Forest officials suspect a hyena or leopard and will provide compensation after inquiry. Locals have been advised to protect their livestock from similar attacks.

Telangana sees a rise in minimum temperatures, providing relief from cold. Hyderabad recorded a low of 11.6°C in Serlingampally. IMD forecasts rain in parts of the State this weekend, with Hyderabad expecting moderate to heavy rainfall around November 29–30.

In Kamareddy, police filed cases against six farmers and BRS workers for blocking Minister D Anasuya’s convoy over paddy bonus and procurement issues. The Minister condemned the protest, citing timely Rythu Bharosa disbursement and government support for farmers.

Karimnagar introduces modern grain dryers to tackle post-harvest moisture issues. Machines can reduce moisture from 30% to 17% within an hour. While tractors are provided, farmers bear diesel costs of around Rs 3,000 per hour.

A head-on collision near Taj Circle, Moinabad, left one dead and six injured, two critically. Chevella Police conducted rescue operations, and the injured were hospitalized. Authorities are investigating the cause of the accident.

Aditya Vardhan’s century, Ayush Malhotra’s five-wicket haul and Huzaifa Imran Khan’s ton were the highlights of the HCA under-16 two-day probables matches in Hyderabad. In the B-Division T-20 League, several teams registered emphatic wins across fixtures

Ranga Reddy District Basketball Association will conduct selection trials at Sanathnagar Playground on November 22 at 4 pm. The team for the Senior Inter-district Championship on November 27 and 30 will be chosen. Players must carry passport-size photos and Aadhaar card

Friends Club of Bolarum will conduct the 12th Subramanian Inter-school football tournament in Hyderabad on November 28 and 29. The knock-out event features under-12, under-14 and under-16 categories, with registrations closing on November 26

Victory Playground defeated State Bank of India (Hyderabad Circle) 53-38 to reach the quarterfinals of the GM Sampath Kumar Trophy basketball championship at YMCA Secunderabad. Vamshi, Asig and Bilal starred as Victory PG led 26-15 at half-time and sealed the win

Telangana players D Sidharth Reddy and AR Nishitha Reddy clinched the boys and girls singles titles in the under-14 AITA Championship Series tennis tournament at Sardar Patel Stadium, Khammam. Shlok Vinayak Reddy and Sai Sahara Reddy won the boys doubles crown