Telangana

Ahead of New Year celebrations, Cyberabad Traffic Police issued an advisory warning cab drivers, pub owners and the public against violations. Drunk-driving checks, surveillance cameras and strict penalties will be enforced across Cyberabad from 8 pm onwards.

Anti-Corruption Bureau officials conducted surprise checks at the Jammikunta municipal office in Karimnagar following allegations of irregularities. Officials examined files related to town planning, revenue administration and contractor payments as part of the verification process.

Miyapur police arrested two men from Maharashtra and seized 10.5 grams of MDMA from them following a tip-off. Police said the accused brought the drugs from Mumbai to sell them in Hyderabad ahead of New Year celebrations.

Crime against women increased in Medak district during the year, according to the annual report released by SP DV Srinivas Rao. While women-related offences rose, the district recorded a significant decline in road accidents and accident-related deaths.

BRS MLC Dasoju Sravan urged the Telangana government to ensure proper implementation of the RPwD Act, 2016, stating that five per cent reservation in higher education alone was insufficient. He highlighted gaps in awareness, facilities and support for families.

Senior BRS MLA T Harish Rao accused the Congress government of failing to protect Telangana’s water rights and neglecting farmers. He questioned the reduction in water allocation for the Palamuru-Rangareddy project and pressed for a longer Assembly session

Cyberabad Traffic Police have announced strict traffic enforcement for New Year celebrations, including drunk-driving checks, penalties for cab refusals and action against bars aiding intoxicated driving. Violators face heavy fines, licence cancellation and possible imprisonment.

Farmers in Adilabad staged a protest by kneeling down before officials saying that they were being harassed to procure soybean produced in Bela mandal . The farmers said authorities have forced them to return with their crop.

Displaced residents of the Sripada Yellampalli irrigation project in Mancherial alleged delay in compensation for land given for the project. They approached the district Collector seeking retrieval and allotment of promised house sites and relief for affected families

Cyberabad Police have imposed a temporary ban on construction and debris transportation vehicles inside the Outer Ring Road on New Year night. The restriction will be in force from 10.30 pm on December 31 to 2 am on January 1.

Mental health helpline 1Life has reported a sharp rise in SOS calls from Hyderabad and other districts, handling over 38,000 distress calls in a year. Experts say callers are facing deeper emotional struggles and need sustained support.

A 32-year-old woman police constable is in critical condition after an alleged suicide attempt in Uppal. Police suspect family-related issues behind the incident. A case has been registered and an investigation is underway.

Hyderabad and many parts of Telangana continue to experience chilly conditions, with some areas recording single-digit temperatures. While the IMD has not issued a cold wave alert, minimum temperatures are expected to stay below normal across the State.

In a rare incident, two cybercrime police inspectors from Rachakonda were cheated in separate online fraud cases involving fake TTD tickets and a bogus stock trading scheme, losing nearly Rs 43 lakh. Police have launched investigations.

In Kanagarthi village, Peddapalli district, a land dispute between two farmers turned deadly on Monday, resulting in the death of Aadi Rajaiah, son of Mallaiah. Police have registered a case and launched an investigation

BRS MLA T Harish Rao criticized the Congress government in the Telangana Assembly for failing to implement Pay Revision Commission, release retirement benefits, restore Old Pension Scheme, and provide employee welfare, affecting serving and retired staff, including police personnel

Kothwal Krishna (43), a remand prisoner from Nirmal district, died of a heart stroke at Jagtial Government Hospital while in custody for a cybercrime case. Jail officials have initiated an inquiry into the incident

Two young women from Mahabubabad, Pullakhandu Meghana and Kadiyala Bhavana, died in a car accident in California while touring with friends. Both had recently completed their Master’s degrees. US police are investigating, and families seek quick repatriation

BRS working president KT Rama Rao criticized the Telangana government’s handling of river water projects, alleged stalling of Palamuru-Rangareddy scheme, and diversions like phone tapping probes. He defended BRS achievements and warned of political maneuvers ahead of municipal polls

Six months after the Sigachi Pvt Ltd blast in Pashamylaram, Sangareddy officials issued death certificates to the families of eight missing victims. The move enables them to claim insurance, property rights, and compensation, amid concerns over delayed payouts

Telangana Assembly was adjourned by Speaker Gaddam Prasad Kumar until Thursday, with the Business Advisory Committee set to finalise the agenda for upcoming sessions, expected to continue until early January. Zero Hour saw members raise constituency-related issues

Spiritual leader Chinna Jeeyar Swamy urged the Telugu community to preserve language, culture, and identity at the inaugural Global Telangana Association convention in Hyderabad. Over 2,000 attendees celebrated GTA’s global expansion and cultural initiatives, with support from leaders and NRIs

Telangana Assembly witnessed a rare scene when Chief Minsiter Revanth Reddy walked up to his staunch opponent and Leader of the Opposition K Chandrashekhar Rao and shook hands with him.

A newlywed woman, Aishwarya (26), died under suspicious circumstances in Rajendranagar, Hyderabad. Her parents allege her husband smothered her, prompting police to register a case and launch an investigation. The cause of death will be determined after an autopsy