Telangana

The Congress government in Telangana is facing criticism over its Hyderabad Industrial Lands Transformation Policy (HILTP), which allows conversion of industrial lands within the Outer Ring Road. Industries Minister D. Sridhar Babu defended the policy, citing demand for land and examples from other States.

Activists of the BC Welfare Association staged a protest in Karimnagar on Sunday, burning copies of GO 46 and accusing the State government of betraying the Backward Classes by reducing their reservation in local body elections from 42 per cent to 22 per cent. The protesters alleged that the Congress government had broken its manifesto promise and damaged the community’s political future.

A Technical Expert Committee probing the June 30 blast at Sigachi Industries in Pashamylaram has held the management responsible for gross safety violations. The 278-page report revealed that combustible MCC dust, untrained workers operating faulty machinery, and inadequate firefighting systems led to the explosion that killed 54 workers.

The Congress government in Telangana faces criticism from the BRS over repeated delays in operationalising the Telangana Institute of Medical Sciences facilities at LB Nagar, Sanathnagar and Alwal. Despite multiple announcements, including a promise to open the Sanathnagar facility within 30 days of October 23, no progress has been made.

Choppadandi MLA Medipally Satyam’s convoy was involved in an accident near Puduru in Kodimial Mandal on Sunday. A collision with an oncoming vehicle triggered a chain reaction, damaging several cars in the convoy. Fortunately, no injuries were reported as airbags deployed.

The Sreenidhian Thunderbolts defeated the Meenakshi Mavericks in a tense playoff at the Telangana Premier Golf League after regulation play ended 3–3. The Hyderabad Golf Association match showcased skill and composure, with Thunderbolts holding nerve to secure victory

Over 1500 runners joined XL Runathon-2025 at Gachibowli, Hyderabad, celebrating XLRI’s 75-year milestone. The 10K, 5K, and 2K runs were flagged off by alumni and aimed to support free education initiatives for underprivileged students

The NCC Directorate of Andhra Pradesh & Telangana celebrated its 78th NCC Day at Mehdipatnam, Hyderabad, with cadets, Defence personnel, and alumni. The event included parades, cultural performances, horse shows, and recognition of cadet achievements at national-level camps

A landmark study by Hyderabad’s L V Prasad Eye Institute (LVPEI), published in the British Journal of Ophthalmology, has revealed that routine eye exams could play a crucial role in diagnosing and managing leukemia. Examining 244 patients over eight years, researchers found that 64 percent showed retinal or optic nerve changes.

Saidabad FC defeated Shastri FC 5-0 in the TFA B-Division Shivkumar Lal Football League at Gymkhana Ground, with braces from Syed Tahir Khadeer and Abdul Kareem Khan. Maisram Stars beat Deccan Dynamos 4-2, powered by Pratik Hemant’s hat-trick

The Greater Hyderabad Municipal Corporation will hold its 12th meeting on November 25 at the head office. With 146 of 150 corporators active, this may be the last session of the current body, whose tenure ends in February 2026

The Telangana government has mandated the installation of low-cost sensors at construction and stone crusher sites in Hyderabad to monitor air quality. These sensors, connected to the Pollution Control Board, will track PM10 and PM2.5 levels in real time. The move follows growing complaints from residents about dust clouds and deteriorating air quality.

Golconda police rescued a 4-year-old girl kidnapped by an auto-driver and his ex-wife. Using CCTV footage and informants, the team tracked and arrested the suspects, ensuring the safe return of the child to her family

Hyderabad Royals unveiled their squad for the inaugural Indian Pickleball League, featuring international stars Ben Newell and Megan Fudge. The six-team competition begins December 1 in Delhi, with 53 players drafted across categories to showcase India’s emerging pickleball talent

The Sports Authority of Telangana signed multiple MoUs with North East states during the Telangana–North East Connect Sports Festival. Agreements include training support from Baichung Bhutia, Saritha Devi and others, marking a milestone in sports development and cooperation between Telangana and the region

The Southern Rising Summit 2025, organised by ABP Network, will be held on 25 November at ITC Grand Chola, Chennai. Bharat Rashtra Samithi working president KT Rama Rao will deliver an address and participate in discussions on political, economic, cultural and technological transformation in southern India.

Yashoda Hospitals, Hitec City, in partnership with Qure.ai and AstraZeneca, has launched an AI-powered Lung Nodule Clinic. The system analyses chest X-rays, identifies high-risk nodules, and enables early detection of lung cancer and other lung diseases for timely treatment

The Gurudwara Sitafalmandi and Telangana Sikh Gurudwaras held a Mass Kirtan Darbar to honour the 350th Gurta Gaddi of Sri Guru Gobind Singh Ji. Devotees enjoyed Gurbani Keertans, Kathas, and Guru-Ka-Langar in a spirit of devotion and harmony

Two youngsters, Madhu and Harish, died in a road accident at Saroornagar, Hyderabad, when their bike hit a pillar near Victoria Memorial metro station. The vehicle skidded, causing both riders to fall and succumb to injuries

As part of its Diamond Jubilee celebrations, the Chinmaya Mission will host a Laksha Gala Archana at NTR Stadium on January 25, 2026, where over 5,000 visually challenged students will recite the 15th chapter of the Bhagavad Gita using Braille slokas

Coal India and Rainbow Children’s Foundation have signed an MoU to establish a Bone Marrow Transplant centre under the Thalassemia Bal Sewa Yojana. The facility will treat children with thalassemia and aplastic anemia, offering financial support up to Rs 10 lakh per child

Cyberabad and Hyderabad Traffic Police caught nearly 1,000 drunk drivers in special drives, with several recording extremely high BAC levels. Offenders will face court action, fines, social service, or jail. Police warn that fatal accidents under intoxication may attract Section 105 of BNS

Khairatabad MLA Danam Nagender has requested more time from Speaker Prasad Kumar to respond to the BRS disqualification petition. Station Ghanpur MLA Kadiyam Srihari also sought an extension, even as the Supreme Court directs the Speaker to act within a week

A cooking gas leak triggered a cylinder blast at a house in Madhuranagar, Ameerpet, killing 40-year-old Sonu Bai. Her parents suffered minor injuries. Police and fire personnel controlled the fire, and an investigation has been launched