Telangana

BRS working president KT Rama Rao demanded that the Congress government give the principal opposition an equal opportunity to make a PowerPoint presentation in the Assembly. He criticised the government’s record on irrigation and said democracy demands equal rights for all MLAs

Nehru Zoological Park in Hyderabad witnessed heavy footfall on New Year’s Day, with around 25,900 visitors. Zoo officials ensured smooth crowd movement through online ticketing, extra counters, and staff deployment across enclosures and attractions.

Mild tension was reported at Guru Nanak University in Ibrahimpatnam after a student was found dead in a hostel room. Some student leaders allegedly damaged campus property, prompting a police investigation into the incident.

Telangana Chief Minister A Revanth Reddy on Thursday unveiled the New Year Diary and Calendar of the Telangana Prisons Department at the Secretariat. Senior prison officials attended the event, and New Year greetings were exchanged.

Police booked 2,731 persons for drunken driving during special New Year’s eve checks across Hyderabad, Cyberabad and Malkajgiri. The drive was supervised by top officials to prevent accidents, with traffic police conducting checks at multiple locations

Telangana recorded liquor sales of nearly Rs 1,350 crore during the New Year festive period, with a sharp surge seen in the last three days of December. Officials attributed the rise to higher demand and the new Excise policy.

Friends Dhaba owner booked for selling alcohol illegally in Bazarhathnoor, police warned strict action against violators

Bandi Shatakam, a humorous book by Dr Shankar Narayana, uses 116 poetic verses to highlight road safety issues. Released in Hyderabad by the Sarvejana Foundation, the book blends wit with a strong social message to influence public behaviour.

A 26-year-old woman, who was separated from her husband, was found murdered at Nacharam village in Wargal mandal of Siddipet district. Police said she had left home to visit Hyderabad and began an investigation into the case.

Five people, including four DJs, were detained after testing positive for drugs during New Year checks in Telangana. The EAGLE Force conducted surprise inspections using advanced screening kits and warned establishments against allowing drug use during celebrations.

Aspirants in Gajwel municipality are disappointed as the government limits wards to 14 in the old town, despite increased voter strength from merged R&R colonies, reducing their election opportunities.

The State government is considering splitting the GHMC into three municipal corporations, each with 100 wards. Officials say the proposal may be finalised by January-end, with elections likely in April–May.

Government doctors in Telangana are protesting delayed salaries and long-pending arrears. Associations have urged the State government to resolve payment issues and reform the TVVP structure, warning that continued neglect could affect healthcare services in government hospitals.

Soy farmers in Boath mandal centre protested government delays in soybean procurement, causing financial losses. They demanded immediate action to prevent further hardship, citing difficulties with private traders and insufficient government support.

Air Marshal Seethepalli Shrinivas has taken charge as Air Officer Commanding-in-Chief of the Indian Air Force’s Training Command. A veteran fighter pilot and instructor, he paid tribute to fallen personnel at the Training Command War Memorial.

A mega job fair will be held on January 6 in Madhapur, Hyderabad, offering jobs in IT, healthcare, banking, and other sectors. Candidates with SSC qualification and above can attend free interviews at the venue.

A student from Jangaon district died in a fire accident in Germany on New Year’s Day. Thokala Hruthik Reddy, who had gone abroad for higher studies, suffered fatal injuries after jumping from a building to escape the blaze.

Malkajgiri traffic police booked 605 people for drunk driving during New Year eve checks, deploying 36 teams across the commissionerate. Officials said no major road accidents were reported, crediting strict enforcement and public cooperation.

The Forest department has objected to district administrations approving Indiramma Houses on forest land without its consent, triggering complaints from MLAs. Officials warned that allowing such construction would encourage encroachments and undermine conservation efforts in tiger reserve areas.

Cyberabad police booked 928 people for drunk driving during New Year eve checks, deploying 55 teams across the region. Officials said celebrations passed off peacefully without major incidents or road accidents due to strict enforcement and monitoring.

BRS working president KT Rama Rao said the party’s sole objective was to bring K Chandrashekhar Rao back as Chief Minister in 2028, accusing the Congress government of pushing Telangana into regression and failing to fulfil its electoral promises.

A man died and 11 others were hospitalised after falling ill during a New Year celebration at Jagathgirigutta in Hyderabad. Police suspect food poisoning or adulterated liquor and have sent food and liquor samples for laboratory analysis

Farmers in Mukhra (K) village of Adilabad district were forced to stay awake overnight to irrigate crops due to erratic power supply amid freezing temperatures. They demanded uninterrupted electricity and recalled better supply during the previous BRS regime.

Hyderabad welcomed the New Year without any untoward incidents as strict police vigilance on drunk driving ensured peaceful celebrations. Revellers marked the occasion late into the night, while large numbers of devotees thronged temples, including Birla Mandir, on Thursday morning.