Telangana

The Telangana High Court has directed the State Government to prepare an audiovisual presentation on the alignment of Corridor-VI of the Hyderabad Metro Rail Phase-II project. The directive came during hearings on petitions challenging metro construction in Charminar and Falaknuma heritage zones.

BRS working president KT Rama Rao criticised Chief Minister Revanth Reddy’s tenure as a “shameless chapter” in Telangana politics, attacking defections and governance failures, while praising BRS-backed candidates’ sweeping victories in Yadadri Bhongir gram panchayat polls

Chief Minister A Revanth Reddy said the Congress had nothing to respond after the Speaker dismissed BRS disqualification petitions, defended the government on food safety and the Messi event, and said future elections would be held after consultations.

The Anti-Corruption Bureau (ACB) arrested Revenue Inspector Vusa Shubha Kameshwari of Karepalli mandal in Khammam district after she was caught red-handed accepting a bribe of Rs 10,000 for issuing a family member certificate.

BRS working president KT Rama Rao criticised the BJP-led Centre and the Congress government in Telangana for renaming welfare schemes while weakening their impact, alleging political opportunism and neglect of rural livelihoods, farmers and cultural programmes

Indian Army launches first Additive Manufacturing Centre of Excellence at MCEME. The state-of-the-art facility enables advanced metal and polymer 3D printing of critical spares across the entire range and depth of the Indian Army’s equipment.

Gram panchayat elections in Kothagudem district witnessed intense family contests and narrow victories, including a younger brother defeating his elder sibling in Kothur GP and an independent candidate winning by a single vote in Julurpadu mandal

The BRS demonstrated its strength in the recently concluded gram panchayat elections in Khammam and Kothagudem, securing notable victories despite Congress’s dominance. Former MP Nama Nageswara Rao credited the success to the party’s grassroots cadres and expressed confidence in future wins.

Yashoda Hospitals Hitec City successfully completed over 1,000 major robotic surgeries in a year, spanning multiple specialties. The milestone reflects precision, excellent outcomes, and advanced medical care, earning congratulations from Madhapur DCP Riti Raj.

A commemorative volume, New Facets of Indian Historiography and Historical Methods, dedicated to historian Prof Sheikh Ali, was released at Malabar Christian College. The event highlighted his contributions to South Indian history, with key addresses by renowned scholars.

HMWSSB vigilance officials filed criminal cases against nine Red Hills residents who illegally obtained 15 water connections during road construction. The connections were removed, and authorities warned citizens to report any unauthorised water or sewer connections.

Station Ghanpur MLA Kadiyam Srihari has denied allegations of defecting from the Bharat Rashtra Samithi to the Congress, submitting a counter affidavit to Assembly Speaker Gaddam Prasad Kumar. His response comes amid disqualification petitions against several BRS MLAs accused of switching loyalties after the 2023 elections.

A Congress protest at the BJP district office in Warangal turned violent after workers of both parties clashed with sticks. The protest was held over the National Herald case, prompting police intervention and detention of Congress leaders to restore order.

Sai Likhitha, a 14-year-old student of Telangana Social Welfare Residential School, Pochampad, died from suspected food poisoning. Recent incidents affected 60 students in Hyderabad. Repeated cases in state-run schools have raised serious food safety concerns, prompting NHRC scrutiny.

In a unique development in Sangareddy district, ward members of Jagannadhpur village elected the sarpanch’s wife as vice-sarpanch after failing to reach a consensus. Biradar Vijay Kumar was elected sarpanch in the third phase of gram panchayat elections.

The South Central Railway will dismantle the old Foot Over Bridge at Hyderabad’s Nampally Railway Station from December 20 to 23 due to safety concerns. The over-50-year-old structure poses risks over multiple yard lines, and public cooperation is requested.

Babu Rao, a 28-year-old factory worker, survived a life-threatening industrial accident at his workplace, suffering chemical burns and ARDS. Surgeons at Amor Hospitals provided intensive care, and he was successfully treated and discharged in stable condition.

Former Minister T Harish Rao demanded clarity on water release under the Ghanpur project and criticised the government for taking up Singur repair works during Yasangi. He sought a crop holiday, compensation and pending benefits for farmers across districts.

Actress Nidhhi Agarwal was mobbed by fans while leaving Lulu Mall during a promotional event for her upcoming film The Raja Saab. A viral video shows her struggling amid the crowd. Police have registered a case and are investigating.

Police booked eleven cases for violations of the model code of conduct during gram panchayat elections in Boath, Sonala and Bazarhathnoor mandals of Adilabad district. The cases include allegations of liquor distribution, cash inducement and unlawful rallies.

Hyderabad police arrested two men, Surya Prakash and Robert Raju, after seizing 1.12 kg of ganja and 4.2 g of hashish oil at Madhapur. The duo reportedly planned to sell the drugs. A case has been registered.

Telangana recorded deflation for the third consecutive month in November, remaining in the negative zone for five of the last six months. Economists warned that repeated deflation, while easing prices, may signal weak consumption and slowing economic activity.

An NRI who returned from Qatar after 16 years was elected sarpanch of his native village Sirikonda in Jagtial district. Dharmaraju Yadav Panchita won the gram panchayat election by just one vote in the final phase.

Union Minister Nitin Gadkari highlighted a cashless treatment scheme for road accident victims, providing up to Rs 1.50 lakh per person for the first seven days. The programme ensures timely care, especially benefiting daily wage earners and economically weaker families.