Telangana

BRS leader K.T. Rama Rao slammed the State and Central governments over a deepening cotton and soybean procurement crisis, pledging full support for a November 21 nationwide highway blockade. Visiting Adilabad, he cited procurement lapses, alleged collusion with traders, and urged mass farmer participation

Soy farmers in Nirmal staged a rasta roko on the Nirmal–Bhainsa highway, protesting delays in soybean procurement. Traffic was disrupted before police intervened and moved the protesters to Kuntala police station. Farmers urged the government to expedite the purchase process

Harish Rao warns BRS cadres may lay siege to CM Revanth Reddy’s residence if cotton procurement issues are not addressed. He highlighted unpaid paddy bonuses, crop insurance delays, and flood compensation, urging immediate government intervention to support farmers.

Backward Classes organisations criticised the Congress government for opting for party-based 42% reservations in upcoming Gram Panchayat elections, calling it a betrayal and legally unsound. With court cases pending and Panchayat polls traditionally non-partisan, critics warned of protests and accused Congress of misleading BC communities

Harish Rao blamed the BJP-led Centre and Telangana Congress government for the cotton farmers’ crisis, citing restrictive CCI rules and low procurement prices. He demanded immediate policy revisions and criticised leaders for neglecting farmers’ welfare amid crop damage and mounting losses.

A study by AIG Hyderabad shows 83% of Indian patients undergoing routine endoscopy carry multidrug-resistant bacteria, far higher than in other countries. Experts warn of a community-level antibiotic resistance crisis, urging urgent stewardship, public education, and regulatory action.

Telangana faces severe cold wave conditions, with 13 locations recording single-digit temperatures. The state’s average minimum dropped to 12.9°C, with IMD issuing a yellow warning. Hyderabad is expected to see slightly below-normal temperatures in the coming days.

BRS working president KT Rama Rao inspected soybean and maize procurement centres in Neradigonda, assuring farmers and ginning mill operators of full party support during the ongoing procurement crisis and reminding them of BRS’s record under KCR.

Ginning mills in Telangana continued an indefinite strike over CCI rules, halting cotton procurement. CCI Chairman Lalit Kumar Gupta arrived in Hyderabad for talks, while BRS leaders engage with farmers to address concerns amid mounting losses and industry protests.

At least six maoist cadres were gunned down in an alleged exchange of fire in Maredumilli forest areas of Andhra Pradesh. Maoist Central Committee member Hidma was believed to be one of those slain naxals.

Farooq Ansari, a 34-year-old migrant worker, was stabbed to death on Medak outskirts. Police found nine stab wounds and are investigating a possible motive linked to a personal dispute, with a suspect currently at large.

Income Tax officials raided Pista House, Shah Ghouse, and Mehfi outlets and the residences of their key personnel in Hyderabad. The action targets alleged financial irregularities and unaccounted revenue in the prominent regional food chains.

A gunfight broke out between naxals and security forces in Sukma of Bastar in Chhattisgarh. More details are awaited.

An LPG cylinder exploded in Akunur village, Siddipet, injuring six family members and destroying their house. Locals assisted in rescue operations, and the victims were shifted to the government hospital after initial treatment at a local facility.

A truck lost control near Begumpet bus stop, colliding with a Mahindra Thar and overturning. Police conducted rescue operations, shifting the injured to a nearby hospital. The mishap caused heavy traffic, with further details awaited.

In Karimnagar, 20-year-old Malleboina Mounika, seven months pregnant, died by suicide allegedly due to harassment for additional dowry by her husband and in-laws. The family has filed a complaint, and police have registered a case and launched an investigation.

The All-India handicrafts fair, Gandhi Shilpa Bazaar, was inaugurated at Shilparamam, Madhapur, on Monday. The event showcases artisans’ work from across India and will continue till November 25 under the Comprehensive Handicrafts Cluster Development Scheme

The Telangana High Court heard a plea over the vacant post of President of the State Consumer Disputes Redressal Commission. The State said a candidate has been recommended, and the Court granted one week for the formal notification

Feelkhana FC defeated BHEL 4-3 in a thrilling TFA B-Division Shivkumarlal Football League match at Gymkhana Ground, Hyderabad. Md Maseeb scored twice, with Irfan Ali and Babar adding goals, while Mahesh Kumar, Avarungiri and Akshay Kumar struck for BHEL

The HMDA held a pre-bid meeting at T-Hub for the upcoming e-auction of six Neopolis Phase 3 plots, including a key parcel on Golden Mile Road, Kokapet. Over 100 developers and real estate players attended to learn auction procedures

Himachal Pradesh defeated Hyderabad by 20 runs in the BCCI under-23 one-day championship at Jaipur. Despite Aman Rao’s brilliant 138 and Dheeraj Goud’s 74, Hyderabad fell short chasing 315, with Himachal’s balanced batting effort sealing the win

Centuries from Vivaan Reddy (143) and Jamsheed (100 not out) lit up the HCA C-Division one-day league in Hyderabad. Dheeraj’s seven-wicket haul stood out in the under-16 probables matches as Telangana youngsters delivered strong performances

Telangana Pickleball Association celebrated a fine show at the IPA Pickleball Nationals in Bengaluru, winning 20 medals. Led by captain Sreekar Mothukuri, the contingent saw standout performances from Preety Reddy, Naga Moksha, Siyona Gaddam and the mother-son duo Aruna Bhaskar and Vijay Tej

In Saudi Arabia, 46 Hyderabad pilgrims were traveling to Madina when their bus collided with an oil tanker and caught fire, leaving 45 dead. Only one survivor escaped. Families are being assisted via control rooms and official delegations