Telangana

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The BRS working president accused the Congress government of deceiving Backward Classes over 42% reservation in local body elections, calling its decisions legally unsustainable. He blamed both State and Centre for delaying justice and urged voters to hold Congress accountable

In Kumram Bheem Asifabad, moneylenders are offering loans with strict conditions and a Malaysia tour incentive to applicants seeking wine shop licences from December 1. The government has invited applications for 192 outlets, with reservations for SC, ST, and Gouds

Khammam police have cracked a chilling murder case involving three accused who allegedly used YouTube to learn methods of killing and body disposal. The victim was lured by the prime accused with whom he shared a personal relationship. The trio executed the crime with disturbing precision and attempted to erase evidence.

Telangana’s Gadipalli Prashanth has been appointed captain of the Indian men’s team for the 2025 World Paravolleyball World Cup in Fort Wayne, USA. A dedicated player, Prashanth has represented India at the 2023 ParaVolley World Cup in Cairo

In a joint operation, the EAGLE team and Narsingi Police arrested two men at Manchirevula for smuggling cocaine and seized 107.4 grams of the drug. The duo sourced it from a Mumbai supplier, who remains absconding

Cyberabad Cybercrime police solved two major fraud cases in a week, arresting seven suspects from different states. They recovered Rs 75.12 lakh for 53 victims and cracked a Rs 2.7 crore corporate impersonation scam involving the Greenko Group

Residents of Siddharth Nagar in Jubilee Hills are angry after a good road was dug up ahead of a by-election, disrupting traffic and utilities. Water supply has also worsened as tankers avoid damaged roads. GHMC officials plan to verify the works

ABVP’s Osmania University unit demanded a reduction in TG SET exam fees, saying they are much higher than NET charges. The student group also sought rescheduling to avoid clash with NET dates. OU officials assured to review the request

The Telangana government has invited Expressions of Interest to repair structural issues in the KLIP barrages, including Medigadda, Annaram, and Sundilla. While the process is open to all, Irrigation Minister Uttam Kumar Reddy’s preference for involving a top IIT has sparked debate over fairness in bidding.

BC Welfare Minister Ponnam Prabhakar said the Telangana government will decide its next steps, including legal measures, after receiving the High Court order on the stay of local body election notification. Ministers reiterated commitment to 42 percent BC reservations

A leopard has killed two cows in Marlapalli village of Boath mandal, Adilabad, within a span of four days, causing panic among residents. Locals fear further attacks and have urged forest officials to act swiftly.

KTR said Hyderabad is emerging as India’s top GCC hub, crediting BRS reforms for its growth. Speaking at the GCC Summit, he urged the current government to sustain investment momentum and highlighted chartered accountants’ role in strengthening investor confidence

Peddinti Prabhakar (64) of Kothapalli village, Mancherial, died by suicide after being reprimanded by his family. Reportedly addicted to alcohol, he often neglected his family and demanded money for liquor. He is survived by his wife, two sons, and a daughter

Cotton farmers in Khammam face poor yield due to heavy rains and urea shortage. While officials predict minor losses, farmers fear up to 60 per cent drop. Support price concerns and harvesting costs are adding to their financial stress

Heavy rains and Dasara holidays have delayed garbage collection in Hyderabad, leaving roads littered and foul-smelling. GHMC officials say 90% of sanitation staff have returned and cleanup has resumed. The Commissioner ordered urgent sanitation and road safety measures

The EAGLE team busted a secret drug manufacturing unit in Jeedimetla, arresting four and seizing 220 kg of Ephedrine worth Rs 72 crore. The accused used a pharma factory in Bollaram for production. One director remains absconding

The Technical Education department, which released seat allotments for students who participated in the TG ICET special phase counselling on Thursday, has allotted a total of 30,371 out of 37,860 seats, leaving 7,489 vacant

BRS leader KT Rama Rao accused the Congress government of pushing TSRTC towards bankruptcy to justify its privatisation. He demanded withdrawal of the recent fare hike, alleging it burdened commuters and that the government had pending dues under the Mahalakshmi scheme

The Telangana High Court granted an interim stay on local body elections, following petitions challenging the enhancement of Backward Classes reservation from 23% to 42% through GO No. 9. The State has four weeks to file a counter

With the US, UK and Canada tightening visa rules and costs rising, Indian students, especially from Telugu States, are exploring new study destinations like New Zealand, Germany, and Italy that offer easier visa policies, affordability and better post-study work opportunities

A 44-year-old businessman was kidnapped at gunpoint in Miyapur over a Rs 10-crore dispute. Madhuranagar police rescued him from Ameerpet after his wife alerted police. Three suspects were caught, and the case was transferred to Miyapur police for investigation

The Bharat Rashtra Samithi staged a “Chalo Bus Bhavan” protest against the Telangana RTC fare hike, with leaders boarding buses and facing police detention. K T Rama Rao criticised the government for curbing protests and vowed to continue the agitation

Hyderabad police and the FRRO deported a 46-year-old Nigerian, Onuorah Solomon Chibueze, for drug trafficking and overstaying his visa. He was caught at Tolichowki with ganja and later sent back to Nigeria after official procedures were completed