Telangana

Bharat Rashtra Samithi working president KT Rama Rao congratulated party-backed sarpanches elected in the first phase of gram panchayat polls. He said the results reflected strong public support for the BRS despite alleged irregularities by the ruling Congress.

Rein Bazaar police arrested two more suspects in the murder of businessman Junaid Bharmoos in Yakutpura. With this, eight people have been arrested so far. The businessman was allegedly killed by a group of 12 attackers in public view.

Hyderabad Police have issued detailed guidelines for New Year’s Eve celebrations, mandating prior permission for post-midnight events, CCTV coverage, crowd control, noise limits, and safety measures. Violations will invite strict legal action, officials warned.

Telangana police arrested eight people for allegedly consuming ganja at a house in Borabanda, Hyderabad. Police said one accused procured the drug from a supplier and shared it with others. The arrests followed a tip-off.

A woman was allegedly strangled to death by her husband in Seetharampuram village of Bhupalpally district. The man later died by suicide after posting a video on WhatsApp. Police said family disputes were the reason and are investigating the case

More than 1,000 people participated in a 3-km Digital Literacy Run organised by Kriti Social Initiatives in partnership with AMD at T-Works, Hyderabad, to promote digital inclusion and highlight the importance of technology-driven education among youth and communities

Hyderabad commuters will soon get relief as the free left lane near BRK Bhavan is set to reopen. GHMC completed the road works ahead of schedule, aiming to reduce traffic congestion and accidents at the busy Tri-Island junction.

Samajwadi Party chief Akhilesh Yadav met Bharat Rashtra Samithi working president KT Rama Rao over lunch at Rameshwaram Café in Madhapur. Party leaders said the informal interaction reflected the warm personal rapport shared by the two leaders.

Hyderabad Cybercrime police arrested 46 people in November for alleged cyber fraud. The accused were linked to 232 cases and Rs 92 crore in bank transactions. Several electronic devices, debit cards and fake ID proofs were seized.

Hyderabad police arrested five people for allegedly selling and supplying drugs in the city. Hashish oil, ganja and other property worth Rs 70 lakh were seized. Police said the drugs were sourced from Odisha and sold locally.

A mega job fair will be organised in Hyderabad on December 16 at Masab Tank, offering employment opportunities across sectors including pharma, healthcare, IT, education and banking. SSC-qualified candidates can attend free on-spot interviews

BRS MLA T. Harish Rao slammed Chief Minister A. Revanth Reddy and Rahul Gandhi over repeated food poisoning incidents in government schools, alleging negligence and poor food quality, after visiting affected students undergoing treatment in Hyderabad.

BRS Working President K.T. Rama Rao unveiled a QR code-embedded handloom shawl in Hyderabad, showcasing Telangana’s heritage and development. Woven by Sircilla weaver Nalla Vijay Kumar, the shawl blends tradition with digital innovation.

IIT Hyderabad will host the 58th Inter-IIT Sports Meet 2025 at its Kandi campus in Sangareddy from December 14. Over 4,500 students, faculty and staff from 23 IITs will participate in multiple sporting events.

A sarpanch aspirant was attacked by unidentified persons after chilli powder was hurled into his eyes on the outskirts of Molangur village in Karimnagar district. Police have registered a case and launched an investigation.

The movement of a migrant tiger near coal mines in Mancherial district has kept forest and SCCL officials on high alert. Extensive safety measures, including CCTV camera traps and joint patrols, have been put in place to protect both miners and the animal.

A newly elected gram panchayat ward member has been accused of killing her husband in Mominpet, Vikarabad district. Police say the man was strangled at home on Friday night, and the woman has been taken into custody.

Speaking at the Air Force Academy’s graduation parade, CDS General Anil Chauhan said Operation Sindoor continues. Highlighting India’s robust institutions, joint operations, Atma Nirbharta, and innovation, he urged new officers to prepare for the evolving, technology-driven future of warfare

A sarpanch candidate suffered a heart attack at Jangarai village in Medak district on Friday night, a day before polling. The BRS-supported candidate was shifted to a Hyderabad hospital, where his condition is reported to be critical.

A 13-year-old girl, Shifa Khan, is feared to have been kidnapped after she went missing from Falaknuma in Hyderabad. Police have registered a kidnapping case and appealed to the public for information to trace and rescue her.

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A minor boy died after allegedly being assaulted by his stepfather at Bandlaguda in Hyderabad. The child suffered severe injuries after being beaten and thrown to the ground and later succumbed during treatment. Police have registered a case.

MRNH surgeons successfully treated a 53-year-old man diagnosed with a rare combination of gallbladder cancer, bile duct abnormalities and liver cirrhosis. A high-risk surgery involving bile duct excision and reconstruction was performed, with hospital leaders praising the team’s effort

GHMC will continue accepting objections and suggestions on ward delimitation even during the weekend, with help desks operating at the head office, Circle offices and 27 ULBs. A total of 280 representations were received on the second day