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Chandana Mohan Rao, visionary entrepreneur and founder of CMR Shopping Mall, passed away on Monday. Known for introducing shopping malls and hallmark gold ornaments in Telugu States, his retail ventures and philanthropy impacted thousands, leaving a lasting legacy
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A clash between rival Congress factions in Hyderabad’s Jubilee Hills constituency disrupted electioneering efforts on Tuesday. Supporters of corporators CN Reddy and Bhavani Shankar engaged in a heated argument that escalated into a physical altercation.
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The Hyderabad traffic police issued a detailed advisory for Sadar Utsav Mela at YMCA Narayanguda on Wednesday night. Key roads and RTC bus routes will be diverted to manage traffic. Motorists are advised to follow alternate routes and plan travel accordingly
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The Telangana government's decision to extend the liquor shop licence application deadline has sparked widespread criticism and legal threats. Drawing parallels with a 2019 Andhra Pradesh case where a similar extension was struck down by the High Court, applicants allege unfair practices and political manipulation.
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South Central Railway operated 1,010 regular and festival special trains between September 21 and October 20, carrying 4.8 crore passengers. Extra coaches, halts, holding areas, CCTV surveillance, and staff deployment ensured smooth and safe travel during the festive season
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Internal rifts, caste-based divisions, and slow implementation of key promises have weakened the Congress’s position in Telangana. AICC chief Mallikarjun Kharge has reportedly voiced concern over the party’s trajectory, especially after the Supreme Court dismissed its plea on BC reservations.
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The Telangana Cyber Security Bureau apprehended a 17-year-old juvenile from Rajasthan for allegedly cheating a Nizamabad doctor. The boy posed as a CRPF constable on Facebook, collected Rs 50,000 as advance for furniture, and then disappeared
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Citizens can report violations of the Model Code of Conduct during the Jubilee Hills Assembly by-election using the cVIGIL app. Complaints with photos or videos are reviewed and acted upon within 100 minutes, ensuring swift ECI intervention while protecting user confidentiality
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Despite expectations of a record paddy harvest in Telangana, procurement operations are faltering due to untimely rains, inadequate infrastructure, and a reduced procurement target from the Centre. With only 1,200 centres operational against the proposed 8,300, and over 2.36 lakh acres of crop damaged, farmers face income losses and uncertainty over support price operations.
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Miyapur police arrested six individuals involved in mobile phone theft from sharing auto passengers. The gang stole phones and money by diverting victims’ attention. Police recovered 20 mobiles, and most members were found to have prior criminal records
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Police Commemoration Day was solemnly observed across Khammam, Warangal, and Kothagudem districts with Smriti Parades and candlelight rallies. Officials, dignitaries, and families of martyrs paid floral tributes and read out the names of 191 police personnel who died in the line of duty this year.
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The BRS announced 40 star campaigners for the upcoming Jubilee Hills Assembly bypoll, led by party chief K Chandrashekhar Rao, KTR, and Harish Rao. The Telangana CEO approved the list featuring several former ministers, MLAs, MLCs, and senior leaders
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The Nizam Sagar irrigation project, built in 1931, has received its second-highest inflow in five decades due to intense monsoon rains in the Manjeera basin. With 291 TMCft recorded so far, the reservoir continues to receive water, largely from the upstream Singur project, which also broke its own inflow record this year.
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Senior BRS leaders, led by KT Rama Rao, conducted a surprise inspection of Basti Dawakhanas across Hyderabad, revealing severe shortcomings in staffing, medical supplies, and diagnostic services. They accused the Congress government of neglecting urban healthcare and vowed to hold it accountable.
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Hyderabad recorded a sharp increase in air and noise pollution during Diwali celebrations, with PM2.5 levels up by 86 per cent and PM10 by 68 per cent. While gaseous pollutants remained within permissible limits, noise levels spiked across industrial, commercial, and residential zones
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Two senior leaders from BJP's Minority Morcha, Rida Quddos and Mohammed Bin Ali Al Gutmi, joined the Bharat Rashtra Samithi (BRS) in Hyderabad. Welcomed by KT Rama Rao, they criticised the Congress government for sidelining minority welfare schemes initiated by the previous BRS regime.
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BPharmacy has become one of the most sought-after professional courses this year, with 96 per cent of seats filled in Telangana. Pharm D admissions reached 99 per cent, while biomedical and biotechnology seats were fully taken in TG EAPCET 2025 final counselling
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In Narsingi, Yousuf Bee and her 14-year-old granddaughter Sabiya drowned in Peeram Cheruvu while washing clothes. Another granddaughter, Naziya, survived. Police and Disaster Response Force retrieved the bodies, which were sent for post-mortem examination. A case has been registered
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A youth, Sushant Kumar, suffered a severe electric shock while decorating a building for Sadar festival in Narsingi on Tuesday. He was hospitalized with critical injuries. The incident underscores the need for strict safety precautions during festival preparations
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Shivali Johri Srivastava, a GITAM Hyderabad alumna, set two new Guinness World Records for the largest origami display. With 21 Guinness World Records, she is India’s most decorated record-holder, showcasing thousands of intricate paper creations and demonstrating exceptional artistry
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IMD-Hyderabad has issued a heavy rainfall alert for multiple Telangana districts between October 24–26 due to a low-pressure system over the Bay of Bengal. Thunderstorms, lightning, and gusty winds are expected in Hyderabad and surrounding areas. Residents are advised to take precautions
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BRS delegations inspecting Hyderabad Basti Dawakhanas found expired medicines, rusting surgical tools, and unpaid staff, raising serious public health concerns. Leaders accused the Congress government of neglecting urban healthcare infrastructure and failing to maintain essential supplies established under the previous BRS administration
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After plaster fell from Machli Kaman near Gulzar Houz, injuring a man, AIMIM urged authorities to inspect all four historic arches. Charminar MLA Mir Zulfeqar Ali said repairs will begin post-monsoon, ensure structural safety and preserve heritage
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Telangana State Human Rights Commission directed DGP Shivadhar Reddy to submit a detailed report on the alleged encounter death of Sheikh Riaz in Nizamabad. The TSHRC seeks FIR, autopsy report, inquiry details, and adherence to Supreme Court and NHRC guidelines
