Telangana

Winter has arrived in Telangana with temperatures dropping. KumuramBheem Asifabad recorded 8.2°C, Rajanna Sircilla 9.1°C, and Adilabad 9.5°C. Hyderabad sees lows around 11–12°C. IMD forecasts mist, haze along highways, and below-normal temperatures over the next few days

Two years after the foundation stone was laid for a new RTC bus stand in Warangal, the project remains incomplete. Locals expressed concern over the stalled work, while BJP leaders blamed the Congress government for the delay in execution

A fire broke out at a plywood shop in Krishna Nagar, Moula Ali around 4 am, suspected due to a short circuit. Firefighters doused the blaze in an hour. No casualties reported, though wood and other materials were damaged. Investigation underway.

Unidentified thieves targeted Nalla Pochamma Temple in Bahadurpally, stealing silver ornaments, hundi cash, and other valuables. They broke the main door lock and damaged the deity. Dundigal police have launched an investigation into the incident

Mehdipatnam police arrested eight suspects in a fake currency racket, seizing Rs 4.75 lakh, vehicles, and phones. Prime suspect Ramesh printed Rs 500 notes, circulated via Instagram. Police traced the network through Altamash’s confession, leading to all arrests

Vigilance officials conducted inspections at MGM Hospital in Warangal over alleged misuse of Aarogyasri funds. Records from 2021–2024 were examined, with funds worth Rs 30 crore under scrutiny. Officials seized some documents, while hospital staff termed it a routine check

The Medak police will launch a special coaching centre in Medak town to train rural youth for competitive exams. The programme includes classroom and physical training, mock tests, and counselling, beginning November 20. Applications are open from November 14 to 19

A mentally unstable man in Medak district threw his granddaughter off his house terrace and stabbed his wife when she questioned him. He later died under mysterious circumstances on railway tracks near Venkatapuram village in Toopran mandal. Police are investigating

Following a Delhi car blast, authorities advise caution while buying second-hand vehicles. Buyers should verify ownership on VAHAN, inspect engine and chassis numbers, rely on authorised dealers, and consider police or anti-sabotage checks to prevent potential misuse or hidden explosives

BITS Pilani signs five strategic MoUs with top European institutions, including CentraleSupélec, Dresden TU, Groningen, KU Leuven, and Ilmenau. These partnerships promote international curricula, student and faculty mobility, and joint research, enriching academic experience and global exposure

Vote counting for the Jubilee Hills by-election begins at 8 AM at Kotla Vijaya Bhaskara Indoor Stadium. Postal ballots will be counted first, followed by EVMs. Section 144 imposed; 186 staff deployed, with updates via LED screens and ECI app

BRS MLC Dasoju Sravan accused the Congress government of large-scale rigging and code violations in the Jubilee Hills bypoll. He alleged that police acted under Congress control, AIMIM leaders ran illegal camps, and open bribery occurred under the Chief Minister’s banner.

Residents of Nettampadu in Dharoor mandal are anxious after three crocodiles were seen near residential areas. Villagers, particularly women, are avoiding early and late outings. Locals urge forest officials to implement permanent measures for community safety.

Parts of erstwhile Adilabad district experienced severe cold for the fourth consecutive day, with minimum temperatures dropping to 10°C in Sirpur (U) and Tiryani. Residents kept warm with woollen clothes and bonfires, while fog disrupted traffic on NH 44.

Three workers of Singareni Collieries Company Limited were injured in an accident at 11 Incline underground mine in Ramagundam-II on Wednesday night after being struck by a cable. One of them is reported to be in critical condition

The league will feature Men’s and Women’s 5x5 divisions, with Woxsen University as the official host, where the marquee matches will be held, while select rounds will take place at partner colleges across Telangana

Telangana reports inflation rate of minus 1.16% (deflation) in the latest data, making it the only State entering the deflation zone multiple times in recent months

Warangal city will host a two-day auto expo on November 15 and 16, organised by Namasthe Telangana and Telangana Today. The event will showcase ultramodern cars and bikes from 20 leading brands, with the BMW bike as the star attraction. Electric vehicles will also be a highlight, giving residents a chance to view models not available in local showrooms.

Chief Minister Revanth Reddy left for Delhi on his 56th trip since taking office, officially to attend a USISPF meet but also to meet party leaders amid talk of a Cabinet reshuffle and pending organisational decisions

A private school in Khammam has been inspected by District Collector Anudeep Durisetty and Korukonda Sainik School Principal Lieutenant SS Sastry after submitting an application to establish a Sainik School under the Public-Private Partnership (PPP) model. The inspection was conducted at Sri Chaitanya Vista School in Velugumatla.

The Indian Institute of Technology Hyderabad (IITH) has secured the 270th position in the QS Asia University Rankings 2026, a significant leap of 50 ranks from last year. The institute is now among the top 10 IITs in India, with notable improvements in employer and academic reputation.

Forty-three aspirants under Telangana’s Rajiv Gandhi Civils Abhayahastam Scheme have cleared the Civil Services mains and qualified for the interview. The government will provide further support and mock sessions to boost their final selection chances

The Telangana High Court refused to hear a PIL on Godavari river pollution, ruling that the issue falls under the jurisdiction of the National Green Tribunal. The Court directed the petitioner, a law student, to approach the NGT for appropriate relief

Nalgonda Medical College has come under scrutiny after a second ragging incident was reported within a week. Four first-year MBBS students were allegedly harassed by seniors during an orientation session, followed days later by five juniors facing similar abuse.