-
Congress government’s proposal to reorganise districts has sparked fears among unemployed youth, who suspect it is a diversionary move to delay job notifications. Concerns have also been raised over the impact on the zonal system and employment prospects
-
Telangana is preparing for the Sankranti travel rush with enhanced security at Secunderabad Railway Station, over 6,400 special buses, fare revisions, and strict RTA checks. Authorities warn against safety violations and overcharging to ensure a smooth festive journey.
-
BRS working president KT Rama Rao criticised Telangana Chief Minister Revanth Reddy for a stagnant government and delays in irrigation projects. He warned against district abolition, cited farmers’ distress, and highlighted BRS achievements, promising development will resume when the party returns to power
-
Bhadrachalam police have filed a case against four Telugu news reporters for allegedly threatening a restaurant owner over Rs 1 lakh. The owner reportedly paid Rs 40,000 under pressure, while the accused launched intimidation and a negative campaign
-
Humane World for Animals India urged people to avoid cockfighting during Sankranti. The NGO highlighted animal cruelty, illegal gambling, and liquor sales, noting the practice is punishable under law and urging citizens in Andhra Pradesh, Telangana, and Tamil Nadu to report offenders.
-
A 38-year-old Asifnagar man lost Rs 27 lakh to a fake online trading app and WhatsApp group fraud. Cybercrime officials registered a case and urged the public to verify platforms, avoid guaranteed-return schemes, and report suspicious activity.
-
BRS leaders staged a protest at the Medak Collectorate demanding compensation for farmers under the Ghanpur project after the irrigation department announced no water release for Yasangi. The party alleged government neglect of farmers’ issues and warned of intensified protests
-
Gulf NRI Nakka Indraiah, who had built his own grave years ago in his native Telangana village, was laid to rest in the same spot. Rising from poverty to wealth, he remained deeply rooted to his village and contributed generously to social causes
-
Telangana’s Health University has removed the Rs 15,000 rejoining fee for women medical postgraduates returning from maternity leave. The move allows immediate rejoining, extends course duration for leave taken, and follows protests by doctors against the policy.
-
A 20-year-old migrant worker from Bihar allegedly died by suicide in Keshampet after suffering financial stress linked to online gaming losses. The body was found four days later, and police have launched an investigation.
-
A 30-year-old man from Jayashankar Bhupalpally district was found dead in a lodge room at Huzurabad. Police said he had checked in with a friend a day earlier. A case has been registered and investigation is under way.
-
The Telangana IAS Officers’ Association has complained to Hyderabad police against certain private news channels for airing allegedly defamatory and baseless content targeting women officers and a State minister. A case has been registered and investigations are under way.
-
Bird watchers have expressed shock after drones were used to chase endangered Indian Skimmers and other migratory birds at the Lower Manair Dam in Karimnagar. Disturbing visuals shared on social media have prompted calls for action and greater awareness.
-
GHMC Commissioner R. V. Karnan inspected the Mega E-Waste Collection Drive at Baghlingampally on Monday, reviewing facilities and urging citizens to responsibly dispose of obsolete electronic items to prevent environmental pollution and health hazards.
-
Hyderabad Police intensified enforcement against banned Chinese manja, seizing over 2,100 bobbins in a four-day drive and arresting 57 people. Authorities warned of strict action and urged citizens to use safe alternatives while celebrating Sankranti responsibly.
-
The body of a female infant was found in bushes near a Hanuman temple in Jawaharharnagar on Sunday. Police observed injuries on the child and h
-
The Special Operations Team police seized 93 kg of dry ganja being transported from the Andhra Pradesh–Odisha border to Maharashtra after intercepting a car at the Muthangi exit of the Outer Ring Road. Three peddlers were taken into custody.
-
A young woman was murdered in Borabanda on Sunday night, allegedly by a man known to her. Police have detained the suspect, registered a case and launched an investigation into the circumstances leading to the killing.
-
The Sarwat Hussain Digital Media Centre at Osmania University is equipped with Rs. 20 lakh worth of donated digital production equipment, honouring alumnus Sarwat Hussain and strengthening journalism education.
-
The Tyagaraja Aradhana festival was celebrated at Bodhan with renditions of Pancharatna Kritis, flute and vocal performances, speeches on Vedic music, and classical dance, drawing wide participation from musicians, students and devotees
-
Chiranjeevi movie, Mana Shiva Shankara Vara Prasad, Hyderabad cinema, Alankar Theatre, Movie show cancelled, BookMyShow issue, Langer House unrest, Sankranti holidays, Cinema protest, Chiranjeevi fans disappointed
-
People from different faiths joined the Sports4Peace Cricket Tournament in Hyderabad to celebrate Christmas, Guru Gobind Singh Jayanti and Sankranti. Organised by COVA Peace Network, the event featured matches, cultural talks and a special ‘Play for Peace Match'
-
Unemployed youth staged protests in Hyderabad on Sunday against the Telangana Congress government over delay in issuing the job calendar and recruitment notifications. Police dispersed protesters at Ashok Nagar and detained several. Heavy deployment continued at City Central Library fearing unrest
-
Ranga Reddy defeated Medak by nine wickets in the Kaka Venkataswamy Memorial Telangana Inter-district T20 cricket championship at Mahabubnagar. Adilabad also registered a 22-run win over Hyderabad, with A Santosh scoring 97 in their total of 192