Telangana

A woman from Kota (K) village in Sonala mandal, Adilabad district, has accused a contractor of using substandard materials to build her house under the Indiramma housing scheme and then coercing her family to sign a promissory note for Rs 6.30 lakh.

Chief Minister A Revanth Reddy is set to conduct an aerial survey of cyclone-affected Warangal and Nalgonda districts, with a focus on Husnabad. Officials have been mobilised for field visits and grievance redressal.

A preliminary report by the Telangana government reveals that Cyclone Montha and its associated rains have damaged standing crops across 4.47 lakh acres in 179 mandals, affecting over 2.53 lakh farmers. Warangal, Khammam, and Suryapet are among the worst-hit districts, with paddy and cotton suffering the most.

Agriculture Minister Thummala Nageswara Rao said Cyclone Montha damaged crops in four and a half lakh acres across Telangana. The government plans to compensate farmers with Rs 10,000 per acre and purchase soaked paddy. Relief camps were set up in Khammam

With 10 days to polling on November 11, Jubilee Hills bypoll campaigns have intensified. BRS, BJP, and Congress are focusing on full coverage of slum pockets and residential colonies through padayatras, door-to-door outreach, and deployment of senior leaders and ministers

A boulder rolled down a road in Malkajgiri on Thursday due to heavy rains from Cyclone Montha, causing traffic disruption and alarming residents. Police and DRF services responded, while authorities urged vigilance and reporting of potential further landslides

During a campaign event in Hyderabad’s Jubilee Hills constituency, an elderly woman publicly challenged Excise Minister Jupally Krishna Rao and Congress candidate V Naveen Yadav over unmet election promises. Her pointed questions on pensions and free electricity went viral, highlighting voter frustration and accountability demands.

BRS MLA Palla Rajeshwar Reddy accused the Congress government of ignoring farmers hit by Cyclone Montha. He alleged that Chief Minister Revanth Reddy and Ministers were focused on politics instead of relief. BRS demanded immediate crop procurement and CCI relaxation

Cyber scammers are using “forwarding fraud” to divert calls and SMS messages from victims’ phones by tricking them into dialing USSD codes. Forwarded OTPs enable theft from bank and UPI accounts. Police urge caution, checking call forwarding, and reporting suspicious activity

In a shocking incident at Mahabubabad district hospital, a man mistakenly declared dead and shifted to the mortuary on Wednesday night was found alive the next morning. The patient was rushed to the hospital for treatment

The Congress plan to induct Mohammed Azharuddin into the Cabinet and the BJP’s MCC complaint against the move have fuelled speculation of a Congress-BJP understanding aimed at undermining BRS candidate Maganti Sunitha in Jubilee Hills by-election

The Jubilee Hills bypoll features 58 candidates aged 27 to 75, including eldest Subhadra Reddy and youngest Abhilas Bethi. Contestants from varied age groups bring diverse perspectives and are campaigning actively through rallies, door-to-door outreach, and social media engagement

As many as 227 people from 90 families living along the Munneru riverbanks in Khammam were shifted to relief centres due to rising water levels following heavy rains from Cyclone Montha. Officials are ensuring safety, food, and medical services at camps.

Deputy Chief Minister Mallu Bhatti Vikramarka directed all District Collectors to utilise SDRF and treasury funds for cyclone relief and rehabilitation works. He assured that there would be no financial constraints and instructed officials to stay alert and expedite restoration efforts

Irrigation Minister N Uttam Kumar Reddy said a Congress victory in Jubilee Hills was a mere formality, citing favourable surveys. He highlighted welfare measures while Minister Ponnam Prabhakar accused the BRS and BJP of forming a covert alliance against Congress

Munugode MLA Komatireddy Rajgopal Reddy refuted rumours of quitting the Congress, calling them fake and politically motivated. He expressed disappointment over being overlooked for a Cabinet berth and criticised the government for failing to support farmers and fund local development

At a YFLO Hyderabad session titled ‘Invisible Selves – Insights into Mental Health’, Neerja Birla shared her personal experiences and called for greater awareness, empathy, and open dialogue. She urged parents to stay emotionally connected and prioritise mental wellness for all

GMR School of Aviation has partnered with global aerospace leader RH AERO to offer specialized tooling training programs. The collaboration aims to strengthen aerospace skill development in India through structured modules, simulator-based learning, and hands-on practical training for future-ready aviation professionals

The Indian School of Business (ISB) has launched the AI Factory under its AI Venture Initiative (AIVI) to convert India’s AI potential into scalable, responsible solutions. The platform integrates research, entrepreneurship, and industry to accelerate AI-driven innovation and market readiness

The Bower School of Entrepreneurship in Hyderabad has launched the Founders Library and B Café — India’s first curated library and community space exclusively for entrepreneurs. The initiative encourages reading, collaboration, and networking among founders, innovators, and aspiring business leaders

Panic spread among farmers of Kosuguda village in Adilabad after tiger pugmarks were found in cotton fields on Thursday. Similar sightings were reported in nearby villages a day earlier, prompting Forest officials to deploy teams to track the animal.

Over 2,000 residents from 10 remote villages in Nirmal’s Pembi mandal remain cut off every monsoon due to the absence of a bridge across the Kaddam river, forcing them to use unsafe rafts and boats for daily needs.

Cotton farmers in Adilabad continued to suffer as the Cotton Corporation of India refused to buy their produce for the fourth consecutive day, citing excess moisture caused by rains from Cyclone Montha. Many were forced to sell to private traders below MSP

Redevelopment work at Secunderabad Railway Station is progressing rapidly with 46 per cent completion achieved under the Amrit Bharat Station Scheme. The Rs 714.73-crore project includes a new air concourse, parking for 200 vehicles, and modern passenger amenities, scheduled for completion by 2026