Telangana

BRS leader K.P. Vivekananda criticised the State Cabinet’s decision to merge 27 municipalities and gram panchayats with GHMC, calling it politically driven and unscientific. He alleged the move would burden residents, centralise power, and benefit real-estate interests without public consultation or stakeholder input.

BRS corporators demanded an unconditional apology from GHMC Mayor Gadwal Vijayalakshmi, accusing her of abusive language and attempted physical assault during the recent council meeting. They alleged bias, misuse of microphones and discriminatory conduct, warning of consequences if she failed to change her behaviour.

A 12-year-old girl, Thipparaveni Madhusree, died of electrocution during the Sri Venkateswara Swamy Brahmotsavams in Kodimial, Jagtial. An electric wire reportedly got entangled around her neck, and she suffered a shock while holding a steel rod. She was declared dead at hospital.

A fake IT company in Madhapur cheated more than 400 job aspirants by collecting Rs 3 lakh each for supposed training and job placements. The director, Swamy Naidu, vanished after taking the money. Victims have now approached Cyberabad EoW for investigation

Residents of Jubilee Hills colonies are facing major disruptions as GHMC’s road digging and drainage works move slowly, leaving open trenches and blocked roads. Daily movement has become difficult, and locals are demanding faster completion and clearer timelines from officials

A 26-year-old software engineer from Andhra Pradesh was found dead by suicide at his rented flat in Singapore Township, Pocharam. Police suspect emotional distress over a failed relationship. A case has been registered, and an investigation is underway.

A 24-year-old man with a dangerously narrowed airway was treated at Gandhi Hospital using a complex tracheal resection and anastomosis procedure. The surgery, normally costing Rs 10–15 lakh privately, was performed free by a skilled multidisciplinary team

After a large protest by students of a Nagarkunool women’s degree college, TGSWREIS has directed campuses not to allow students to leave for demonstrations. The Society is also upgrading faculty, coaching, and digital content while tightening security and administrative oversight.

Oakley and Meta have announced their AI-powered performance eyewear, Oakley Meta HSTN, with camera, speakers, water resistance and Ultra HD recording. Pre-sales begin November 25 and it launches nationwide December 1, priced from Rs 41,800.

Alchemist Live is launching the first Hyderabad Theatre Festival from December 12–14 at Shilpakala Vedika. The event will feature acclaimed theatre icons including Naseeruddin Shah, Ratna Pathak Shah, Lillete Dubey and Anupam Kher, with tickets now available on BookMyShow.

BRS working president K.T. Rama Rao accused Chief Minister A. Revanth Reddy of driving a “hidden real estate agenda” through the proposed merger of 27 ULBs with GHMC. He also criticised stalled works at Kakatiya Mega Textile Park and alleged dilution of BC reservations.

A man, identified as Pallikonda Mallaiah, was found murdered at his home in Mallapur mandal, Jagtial, with his throat slit. Villagers suspect his wife’s involvement, though police say all angles are being investigated. The body was sent for postmortem.

A man identified as Mohd Wajeed was rescued by relatives after he attempted suicide at his Narsingi home on Wednesday, reportedly after a video call with his wife. He was shifted to Osmania General Hospital in critical condition. Police suspect family issues.

Senior railway officer Ashish Mehrotra, a 1992-batch IRSEE officer, assumed charge as Senior Deputy General Manager and Chief Vigilance Officer of South Central Railway. He previously served in key electrical engineering and leadership roles across Indian Railways, including Northern Railway and IRCON.

Hyderabad’s Enforcement Directorate secured a five-year conviction under the PMLA against L. Srinivas Goud for obtaining a fraudulent loan from Federal Bank using forged documents and impersonation. He was fined Rs 25,000, and the bank suffered a loss of Rs 44.8 lakh

K.T. Rama Rao criticised the Congress government over the revised BC reservation pattern for gram panchayat polls, alleging it reduced the quota to 17 per cent despite promising 42 per cent. He also questioned the Rs 160-crore caste census expenditure and highlighted district-level disparities.

Amberpet Sub-Inspector Bhanu Prasad was detained after seized gold kept in official custody and his service weapon were found missing. A case has been registered, and the Task Force has joined the investigation as officials question the SI for further details.

Gomati Electronics owner Shivakumar Bansal died at Apollo DRDO Hospital after suffering severe burns in three late-night blasts that triggered a fire at his Shahalibanda shop. An unidentified man near the store also succumbed. Police suspect electrical or combustible causes; probe continues.

The Medchal Excise Task Force arrested a youth near Suchitra for transporting OG Kush, seizing 260 grams worth ₹3 lakh. Suppliers Sujeeth Rao and Navya, based in Himachal Pradesh and linked to Hyderabad contacts through courier and video calls, are currently absconding.

Karunakar, director of the Gangadhara Market Committee, died in a Hyderabad hospital after sustaining serious injuries in a November 23 accident involving the convoy of Choppadandi MLA Medipalli Satyam near Pudur in Jagtial district. He was shifted for advanced treatment but succumbed.

BRS State General Secretary and former IPS officer RS Praveen Kumar alleged that a 32-year-old Dalit youth was brutally tortured and murdered in police custody at Chilkur Police Station. He visited the bereaved family in Kodad and demanded a second autopsy.

Hyderabad defeated Rajasthan by seven runs in the BCCI Women’s under-23 T20 cricket championship at Nagpur. Hyderabad posted 127/4, with Vanka Pooja and G Trisha contributing, before restricting Rajasthan to 120/7 despite Anjali Jat’s 35

Jharkhand defeated Hyderabad by four wickets in the Cooch Behar Trophy under-19 sixth-round match at Tata Digwadih Stadium, Dhanbad. Hyderabad posted 191 and 186, while Jharkhand replied with 176 and 202/6. Thanmai Krishna picked three wickets for Hyderabad

The Telangana Government has decided to allot 40 acres of land in Jagganapeta village, Mulugu district, for a new Sports School. This will add to the existing institutions in Hakimpet, Adilabad and Karimnagar, Sports Minister V Srihari announced