Telangana

Cyberabad traffic police caught 529 people for drunken driving during a weekend drive. Most had BAC levels between 35 and 200 mg/100 ml. In earlier cases this month, 23 offenders were jailed, 27 assigned social service, and others fined

MLR Institute of Technology hosted Canada’s DataMavericks team to discuss AI-driven innovation, recruitment and skill development. The visit, led by Dmitriy Kompaneets, aimed to strengthen global academia-industry partnerships and bridge the gap between classroom learning and real-world industry needs

Telangana CM A Revanth Reddy said he maintains a “special bond” with the BJP-led Centre and is getting approvals for key projects. He accused Union Minister Kishan Reddy of diverting investments to Gujarat and predicted Congress rule in Telangana till 2034

HyCan 2025, a two-day pet show at Om Convention in Narsingi, featured 500 dogs, 100 cats, and an Aqua Zone. BRS leader K.T. Rama Rao launched the event with his pet Shih Tzu Cherry, meeting pet owners and supporting Hyderabad’s pet industry

AIMIM chief Asaduddin Owaisi has hit back at SP MP Afzal Ansari for questioning his party’s appeal among non-Muslims. Owaisi said such remarks reflect ignorance, asserting that AIMIM works for all communities, including Hindus and Dalits, with inclusivity

A Hyderabad-based doctor and two men from Uttar Pradesh were arrested by Gujarat ATS for plotting a terror attack using weapons and the deadly poison ricin. The trio allegedly received weapons via drones sent from Pakistan and had ISKP links.

Defence Minister Rajnath Singh criticised Telangana CM Revanth Reddy for saying “Congress means Muslims,” accusing the Congress of dividing the nation on religious lines. Campaigning in Bihar, he said the NDA stood for good governance and inclusive politics

The Telangana Cyber Security Bureau arrested 81 persons, including seven women, from five States for aiding cybercrime operations. The arrests target facilitators providing bank accounts and SIM cards to fraudsters. Several accounts have been frozen, and refunds are being processed.

The Hyderabad 10K Run organised by Shree TMT and KIMS drew enthusiastic response on Sunday

Panic gripped Itukalpahad village in Sirpur (T) mandal after villagers spotted a tiger near their fields. Forest officials suspect the animal strayed from Tadoba Andhari Tiger Reserve and urged residents to remain cautious and avoid venturing into the forest.

As campaigning ended for the Jubilee Hills by-election, political parties made a final push to reach voters. The BRS maintained a strong ground presence, particularly around Krishna Kanth Park, while BJP and Congress activity remained comparatively subdued.

Under pressure from public representatives and Hindu groups, the Ramagundam Municipal Corporation has started reconstructing Maisamma temples demolished during a recent drive to clear road encroachments. The move comes after protests and sharp criticism from political leaders and organisations.

T Harish Rao credited KCR’s ten-year BRS rule for Telangana’s growth, welfare, and governance, citing rising income and agricultural output. He criticized the Congress government for stalling industries, collapsing real estate, and corruption, urging voters to back Maganti Sunitha in Jubilee Hills.

Shanvika, a four-year-old girl, succumbed to critical burns sustained after falling into a curry bowl at a KGBV hostel in Narsapur (G) mandal. Police have registered a case, and investigation is ongoing. Locals had supported the family financially.

Telangana plans to reinstate Water Users Associations, first introduced in erstwhile Andhra Pradesh, to protect water bodies and address farmers’ irrigation needs. Revival is expected to improve water management, create local posts, and strengthen farmer representation in decision-making.

A collision between an SUV and an RTC bus on NH 65 in Kavalampet, Sangareddy, left one dead and six injured. Police have registered a case, and several of the injured are in critical condition at the local government hospital.

With two days left for voting in the Jubilee Hills by-election, TPCC president Mahesh Kumar Goud accused the BJP of influencing the Election Commission and colluding with the BRS to manipulate voter rolls. He alleged that names from other constituencies were added and over 30 per cent of voters deleted, calling it part of a secret alliance.

Unidentified burglars struck Someshwara Jewellers in Dundigal, stealing over 18 kg of silver and valuables. Police and Clues Team inspected the shop, registered a case, and are examining CCTV footage, suspecting the heist was carefully pre-planned

A Chikkadpally couple, struggling with debts from their daughter’s wedding, resorted to chain-snatching elderly women. Police arrested them within days, recovered the stolen property, and revealed Bramaiah had learned techniques from YouTube to target victims in Yousufguda and Borabanda

A ‘2K Run – Ready, Set, Vote!’ was held in Jubilee Hills under SVEEP activities to promote voter awareness. Participants raised slogans and displayed placards, encouraging citizens to verify electoral rolls and exercise their right to vote responsibly

The final round of verification for candidates’ expenditure registers in Jubilee Hills by-election will be held on November 9. All 58 candidates must comply, and cash transactions above Rs 10,000 are prohibited, with payments to be made via banking channels

The Jubilee Hills by-election campaign saw a slowdown on Saturday, with fewer campaign vehicles on the streets and a shift toward door-to-door outreach and smaller gatherings. Residents welcomed the quieter streets and reduced traffic congestion during daytime campaigning

Telangana CM Revanth Reddy announced that Koti Deepotsavam, celebrated during Karthika Masam, will become a State festival from next year. The government will request the PM to declare it a national festival, seeking nationwide recognition

BRS working president KT Rama Rao launched a scathing attack on the Congress during a roadshow in Jubilee Hills, accusing the ruling party of demolitions that left thousands homeless and of derailing Telangana’s growth. He assured voters that K. Chandrashekhar Rao would return to power to rebuild the State.