Telangana

Cyber criminals in Hyderabad hacked WhatsApp groups operated by ministers’ public relations officers and journalists by circulating malicious APK files disguised as SBI Aadhaar updates. The hackers threatened users with account lockouts, altered group display pictures, and spread the malware through contacts.

Relatives of a 44-year-old employee of MNR Medical College from Narsapur, staged a protest at the hospital after his death during treatment. His family accused the management of negligence, claiming he was denied proper care, which ultimately led to his death.

Despite a bumper Rabi paddy harvest, Telangana farmers are facing severe distress due to procurement delays, arbitrary weight deductions and rejection of stocks by rice mills. Farmers in districts including Nalgonda and Mahabubnagar have been forced to wait days with loaded vehicles, while millers cite excess moisture and poor threshing to impose heavy cuts.

Cotton farmers in Narayanpet, supported by former BRS MLA C. Rammohan Reddy and other leaders, were booked by Maganuru police after staging a protest demanding procurement of their stocks. Nearly 50 farmers gathered at the Vadvat Basaweswara Ginning Mill gate on November 17, blocking the national highway for four hours after the mill refused to buy their produce.

A 38-year-old woman, from Toopran in Medak district, died by suicide after alleged harassment from microfinance companies over loan repayments. Unable to bear the pressure of moneylender, she ended her life on Sunday.

The two-day auto show organised by Telangana Today and Namaste Telangana concluded at Ambedkar Stadium in Karimnagar on Sunday. The event featured two-wheelers, four-wheelers, high-end cars and electric vehicles from leading automobile companies, alongside stalls by banks offering loan details.

Chief Minister A. Revanth Reddy is visiting New Delhi to attend the swearing-in of Chief Justice Suryakanth, but speculation suggests he may also meet AICC leaders to discuss Telangana’s political situation.

As the Congress government prepares for Praja Palana celebrations, former Sarpanches in Telangana have announced protests at Gram Panchayat Offices from December 1 to 9, demanding clearance of pending bills worth Rs 531 crore and implementation of 42 per cent reservation for Backward Classes in panchayat elections.

Factionalism within the Congress in Sangareddy has stalled the appointment of a new District Congress Committee president, with the AICC unable to reach consensus. Strong opposition from Zaheerabad MP Suresh Shetkar and Narayankhed MLA Patlolla Sanjeeva Reddy has blocked the proposal to appoint NRI leader Ujwal Reddy.

The BRS has announced a crucial meeting of its BC leaders at Telangana Bhavan to decide the party’s future course of action over the Congress government’s failure to implement its promise of 42 per cent reservation for Backward Classes. Former Minister Talasani Srinivas Yadav accused the Congress of deceiving BCs by failing to conduct a proper caste census.

Physical directors and physical education teachers of TGSWREIS colleges in Hyderabad have urged the State government not to burden them with non-core duties such as caretaker or warden roles. In a representation to Social Welfare Minister Adluri Laxman, they said additional responsibilities beyond their job chart are causing burnout, health risks and reducing the quality of sports training.

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