Telangana

BJP MLA P Rakesh Reddy criticised the Congress government for projecting inflated achievements through the Global Summit, alleging poor arrangements and lack of real investment. He accused the government of ignoring rural distress and questioned the utilisation of the State’s budget and debt.

BRS MP Vaddiraju Ravichandra urged the Centre to support SCCL, citing disruption of coal production due to rains, pending project approvals and financial stress. He stressed the need for clearing dues, addressing workers’ concerns and strengthening the company’s expansion and sustainability plans

ABVP activists in Hanamkonda demanded that the government sanction Rs.1,000 crore for Kakatiya University’s development, similar to Osmania University. They highlighted the lack of basic facilities, unfilled staff posts and rising fees, urging Chief Minister Revanth Reddy to address the students’ concerns

The Nampally Court has issued a Non-Bailable Warrant against Minister Konda Surekha after she failed to appear in the criminal defamation case filed by former minister K T Rama Rao. The trial has been adjourned to February 5, 2026

Doctors at Care Hospitals, Malakpet, successfully removed a complex Acoustic Schwannoma from a 25-year-old man from Khammam. The high-precision surgery prevented neurological damage, with the patient regaining balance and mobility before being discharged within three days

Minimum temperatures in parts of erstwhile Adilabad district dipped to the season’s lowest, with Ginnedhari recording 5.4 degrees Celsius. IMD-Hyderabad extended severe cold wave warnings to 12 districts till December 14

Around 400 visually impaired children, along with their siblings and parents from IVR, LVPEI, spent a day at Wild Waters amusement park. The event focused on bonding, emotional support, shared experiences, and inclusive fun through curated games and activities

BRS spokesperson Krishank Manne accused the Congress government of spending Rs.150 crore on a “hollow” summit while ignoring Telangana’s real achievements and misusing Pharma City lands. He questioned investment claims, criticised foreign tours and alleged scams involving newly formed firms signing major MoUs

Anurag University and the National Remote Sensing Centre (NRSC) have signed an MoU to collaborate on research projects. The agreement enables students to undertake academic and research work at NRSC and access training, industrial visits and guidance from domain experts

KTR sharply criticised the Centre’s draft Seeds Bill, calling it anti-farmer and pro-corporate. He said the Bill weakens States, lacks safeguards against fake seeds, offers no compensation guarantees and risks seed sovereignty. The BRS has sought its withdrawal and wider consultations

Telangana has resumed the regularisation of Sada Bainama land transactions, but farmers fear steep fees as the government plans to raise up to Rs 1,200 crore. Slow verification, outdated records and disputes with original landowners are delaying progress across several districts.

KG Reddy College of Engineering and Technology organised an interactive session for first-year B.Tech students, where Prof. Dr. Balakista Reddy highlighted technology, innovation, and ethical use of AI. The event concluded with the formal launch of the college diary

 Delivering the lecture titled 'Cancer Without Disease: Combining the Concept of Healthy Living and Aging with Strategies to Prevent Malignant Disease of Cancer' at UoH, Prof Kalluri emphasized the critical role of the immune system in preventing cancer progression

A series of policy, planning and branding similarities between the Congress government in Telangana and the TDP-led NDA government in Andhra Pradesh has sparked political debate. From new cities and land drives to vision documents, the overlap raises questions about originality and intent.

Chief Minister A Revanth Reddy’s mockery of English as “Engillpiece” during an event at Osmania University sparked criticism from academicians, who said English is essential for research, teaching and jobs in a globalised economy and should not be dismissed lightly

General Anil Chauhan, CDS, will review the Combined Graduation Parade of 216 Course at Air Force Academy, Dundigal, on December 13. Awards, President’s Commission, flight cadet honors, and aerial displays by Akash Ganga, SKAT, and Sarang will highlight the event

ICMR–NIN nutrition experts recommend that every Indian consume at least 400 grams of vegetables and 100 grams of fresh fruits daily to reduce the risk of chronic diseases. Pregnant women need an additional 100 grams of leafy greens for improved nutrient intake

A 28-year-old Hyderabad resident, who paid Rs 3 lakh for a factory job in Russia, was pushed into army-linked camps in Russian-held Ukraine, before a desperate video plea led to intervention by political parties and the Indian mission, enabling his return.

BRS working president K. T. Rama Rao congratulated UK-based Indian-origin leader Uday Nagaraju on his nomination to the British House of Lords. KTR praised Nagaraju’s inspiring rise from contesting public office to earning one of the UK’s highest legislative honours.

Several youth leaders from different political parties joined the Bharat Rashtra Samithi in Hyderabad on Thursday in the presence of working president K. T. Rama Rao. The event, held in Nandi Nagar, saw leaders from Kondapur joining the party as KTR highlighted growing youth support.

A tanker carrying hydrochloric acid from Kakinada to Raipur overturned and fell into a gorge in Mulakalapally mandal on Thursday, crushing the cabin and trapping the driver. Acid leakage hampered rescue efforts for nearly eight hours. The driver died at the scene.

Eight people were arrested for the murder of BRS worker Uppula Mallaiah in Lingampally, Nuthankal mandal, during tense gram panchayat poll campaigning. Mallaiah, who intervened during a clash between BRS and Congress supporters, died from head injuries in Hyderabad.

Polling in 439 panchayats across erstwhile Adilabad district saw high turnout on Thursday despite severe cold conditions. Mancherial, Nirmal, Kumram Bheem Asifabad and Adilabad districts recorded over 75% voting, with officials reporting a peaceful first phase of elections

Telangana experienced its coldest morning of the year on Thursday, with several districts recording single-digit temperatures. Hyderabad Central University recorded 7.2°C, while Kumaram Bheem Asifabad was the coldest at 5.4°C. Cold wave conditions affected much of the state.