Telangana

Former Minister T Harish Rao accused the Congress government of attempting to abolish the dependent and compassionate job system by weakening the SCCL Medical Board. Alongside TBGKS leaders, he met SCCL officials in Hyderabad, demanding the reconvening of the Medical Board to validate employees seeking medical invalidation and provide jobs to their children.

The GHMC will begin a special sanitation drive from December 29 under the supervision of 12 Zonal Commissioners and 60 Deputy Commissioners. Commissioner RV Karnan, while reviewing sanitation works in Secunderabad, directed officials to resolve long-pending issues and focus on garbage hotspots.

BRS working president KT Rama Rao launched a sharp attack on Telangana Chief Minister A Revanth Reddy, accusing the Congress government of failing to honour promises made to farmers and dodging Rythu Bandhu support. He criticised the Chief Minister for focusing on personal attacks and controversies instead of governance.

Chief Minister A Revanth Reddy’s remarks on KT Rama Rao’s education have reignited debate on the neglect of higher education in Telangana before bifurcation, when students were forced to migrate to Andhra districts due to weak government institutions.

Around 50 journalists protesting G.O. Ms. No. 252 on media accreditation rules in Hyderabad were briefly detained by police. TUWJ criticised the order for creating unequal benefits and demanded immediate amendments to ensure uniform treatment for all journalists.

Telangana government doctors have expressed frustration over delayed salaries, stalled promotions, and pay disparities. The TGGDA demands immediate conversion of TVVP to DSH, release of pending benefits, and creation of key hospital posts, warning of a potential strike.

Hyderabad police have launched a manhunt for Aman Preet Singh, brother of Rakul Preet Singh, after his name emerged in a drug investigation. Authorities seized 43 grams of cocaine and MDMA and confirmed he is absconding in two separate cases.

Hyderabad police will expand its drone fleet, adopt AI policing for crime prediction, integrate CCTV systems, and implement smart traffic solutions. VC Sajjanar highlighted measures for disaster preparedness, rapid response, and anticipatory policing to enhance safety and efficiency in the city.

NIMS will launch three sub-specialty urology clinics—Uro-Oncology, Renal Transplantation, and Paediatric Urology—from January 1. The clinics, led by Dr Rahul Devar, will operate every Friday and provide advanced care for cancer, kidney transplants, and pediatric urological issues.

Hyderabad police will set up the Anti-Food Adulteration Team (AFAT) led by a DCP officer. The team will work with the Food Safety Authority and GHMC to prevent food adulteration and probe complaints involving milk, tea, chocolates, and other products.

Hyderabad’s Narcotics Enforcement Wing will expand from two to seven teams, with a new cell for case follow-ups. Authorities are compiling a consolidated database of drug offenders and coordinating with multiple agencies to tackle the city’s drug trafficking problem.

The Telangana police will jointly monitor rowdy sheeters in Hyderabad, Rachakonda and Cyberabad. A shared database has been created to track habitual offenders, and strict action, including invoking the PD Act, will be taken to maintain public order.

Hyderabad-based classical and devotional singer Malavika Anand will perform a special live concert titled Lag Ja Gale as a tribute to Lata Mangeshkar on December 29 at Telangana Saraswath Parishad Hall, Ramkote.

Cybercrime cases have risen slightly in the Karimnagar Police Commissionerate area in 2025 despite an overall decline in crime. Police refunded over Rs 1.10 crore to victims and announced strict security measures ahead of New Year celebrations

Indian Immunologicals Limited has asked Australia to review its advisory on the rabies vaccine Abhayrab, saying the warning is based on a single counterfeit batch that was identified and removed from the supply chain nearly a year ago.

District Medical and Health Officer Dr Akula Srinivas died of cardiac arrest early Saturday morning after complaining of chest pain. He was rushed to a hospital but was declared brought dead. Officials and leaders have expressed shock and grief.

Hyderabad police have filed a charge sheet against actor Allu Arjun and 22 others over a stampede at Sandhya Theatre during the Pushpa 2 premiere last December, which led to the death of a woman and injuries to her son.

Nizamabad residents remain tense after thieves targeted two ATMs early Saturday, stealing Rs.35 lakh using gas cutters and chemicals. Police have launched investigations, inspected the sites, and intensified security while monitoring all vehicles entering and leaving the town

Kamareddy witnesses rising post-election violence as a BRS supporter, Ranjith, is critically injured in an axe attack by local Congress leaders over Sarpanch election disputes. Police cite personal differences, while locals demand strict action against the accused

Despite the Congress government’s app-based fertilizer system, farmers in Warangal and Mahabubabad endured long queues in cold weather due to insufficient stock. Frustrated farmers, including women, staged demonstrations

GHMC Commissioner RV Karnan transferred 60 Deputy Commissioners to newly formed circles for improved administration. The moves follow the state government’s notification creating 12 zones, 60 circles, and 300 wards, with zonal commissioners already appointed for each zone

Telangana schools’ Sankranti vacation, originally January 11–15, may be extended following teacher unions’ request. With January 10 as a Saturday holiday and festival holidays on January 15–16, unions suggest reopening on January 19, citing parental concerns about sending children immediately

Hyderabad’s overall crime rate dropped 15% in 2025, with 30,690 cases recorded. While murder and property crimes declined, crimes against women rose 6% and POCSO cases increased 27%. Police attribute the drop to visible policing and plan stricter enforcement

Telangana Labour Minister G Vivek reprimanded Congress leaders in Chennur for illegal sand mining from the Godavari river, warning of strict action. He also cautioned officials aiding the irregularities, sparking confusion and concern among local party cadres