Telangana

P Shanvi has been named captain of Hyderabad for the BCCI Women’s under-15 one-day cricket championship knock-out matches starting January 14 in Puducherry. V Nikeshini will be vice-captain, with Prateeka Katravath as wicketkeeper in the 15-member squad

Former minister Harish Rao accused the Congress government of neglecting municipalities for two years, failing to release funds, disrupting water supply and betraying poll promises, and urged BRS cadres to expose these failures in the upcoming municipal elections

Hyderabad Cricket Association will organise the Telangana T20 League in February and March. The Governing Council has been announced, and HCA Acting President Sardar Daljeet Singh said the league will nurture local talent and strengthen Telangana’s cricketing ecosystem

The Yonex-Sunrise India Open 2026, a HSBC BWF Super 750 tournament, begins January 13 in Delhi. PV Sindhu, Chirag Shetty and Satwiksairaj Rankireddy stressed its importance as a build-up to the BWF World Championships 2026, to be held at the same venue

Telangana CM A Revanth Reddy suggested an auto debit system for traffic challans, linking payments to vehicle owners’ bank accounts. He opposed discounts on challans and urged strict action against minors driving and drunk driving, stressing stronger traffic law reforms

Telangana CM A Revanth Reddy proposed an auto debit system for traffic challans, linking payments to vehicle owners’ bank accounts. He opposed discounts on challans and urged strict action against minors driving and drunk driving, stressing road safety reforms

The Communist Party of India is preparing for the closing ceremony of its centenary celebrations in Khammam on January 18. A massive public meeting, marches, flag hoisting, and cultural events will mark the occasion, with delegates from 40 countries attending

Telangana Prisons reported 42,566 inmate admissions in 2025, an 11.8 per cent rise over 2024. Cybercrime arrests surged 135 per cent, drunk-driving cases rose 150 per cent, and young first-time offenders formed the majority. Rehabilitation efforts also expanded

India Post launched the Next Generation (N-Gen) Sub Post Office at IIT Hyderabad on National Youth Day, offering digital-first services, student-friendly amenities, and creative spaces. The initiative aims to modernise postal services and connect with India’s young, tech-savvy population

BRS MLA G Jagadish Reddy accused Chief Minister A Revanth Reddy of surrendering Telangana’s Godavari and Krishna river water rights to Andhra Pradesh under N Chandrababu Naidu’s influence. He criticised the Congress government’s weak Supreme Court petition and alleged incompetence in irrigation matters

Election officials in Khammam and Kothagudem districts have released draft electoral rolls ahead of municipal polls. Five municipalities in Khammam and three in Kothagudem will go to elections, with final polling station lists to be announced on January 16

Congress BC aspirants in Telangana expressed concern over the delay in announcing 42 percent reservations for the community in municipal polls. Leaders said the promise appeared sidelined, adding that ticket allocation must ensure winnable seats for BC candidates

BRS MLA Gangula Kamalakar expressed confidence that the party would sweep the upcoming municipal elections in Karimnagar district, citing development achieved during its ten-year rule. Senior leaders stressed continuing momentum from gram panchayat polls, with KT Rama Rao set to attend a key meeting

BRS MLC Dasoju Sravan accused Chief Minister A Revanth Reddy of running Telangana through commissions and pressure, alleging bias in movie ticket hike approvals. He said the Congress government was harassing the film industry and misusing the Home Department for arbitrary decisions

Mahbubnagar town witnessed a massive show of strength as thousands of BRS activists took out a bike rally with over 6,000 two-wheelers to welcome party working president KT Rama Rao, who received an enthusiastic reception across the district

Nearly 51,000 students to miss Telangana inter exams, While a total of 10,47,815 students enrolled in the intermediate first and second-year programmes for the academic year 2025-26, 9,96,831 students paid the fee and 50,984 candidates did not register for the exams

Congress government’s proposal to reorganise districts has sparked fears among unemployed youth, who suspect it is a diversionary move to delay job notifications. Concerns have also been raised over the impact on the zonal system and employment prospects

Telangana is preparing for the Sankranti travel rush with enhanced security at Secunderabad Railway Station, over 6,400 special buses, fare revisions, and strict RTA checks. Authorities warn against safety violations and overcharging to ensure a smooth festive journey.

BRS working president KT Rama Rao criticised Telangana Chief Minister Revanth Reddy for a stagnant government and delays in irrigation projects. He warned against district abolition, cited farmers’ distress, and highlighted BRS achievements, promising development will resume when the party returns to power

Bhadrachalam police have filed a case against four Telugu news reporters for allegedly threatening a restaurant owner over Rs 1 lakh. The owner reportedly paid Rs 40,000 under pressure, while the accused launched intimidation and a negative campaign

Humane World for Animals India urged people to avoid cockfighting during Sankranti. The NGO highlighted animal cruelty, illegal gambling, and liquor sales, noting the practice is punishable under law and urging citizens in Andhra Pradesh, Telangana, and Tamil Nadu to report offenders.

A 38-year-old Asifnagar man lost Rs 27 lakh to a fake online trading app and WhatsApp group fraud. Cybercrime officials registered a case and urged the public to verify platforms, avoid guaranteed-return schemes, and report suspicious activity.

BRS leaders staged a protest at the Medak Collectorate demanding compensation for farmers under the Ghanpur project after the irrigation department announced no water release for Yasangi. The party alleged government neglect of farmers’ issues and warned of intensified protests

Gulf NRI Nakka Indraiah, who had built his own grave years ago in his native Telangana village, was laid to rest in the same spot. Rising from poverty to wealth, he remained deeply rooted to his village and contributed generously to social causes