Telangana

The 390-metre Mehdipatnam pedestrian skywalk is nearing completion, with HMDA expecting to open it within two months. The facility will have five entry and exit points, 13 elevators and connectivity for more than 50,000 pedestrians.

ICMR-NIN and WHO guidance emphasises breastfeeding, homemade complementary foods and dietary variety for infants and young children. Experts caution parents against unnecessary commercial supplements, while stressing that supplements may be medically indicated in specific cases under professional guidance.

More than 300 cancer survivors will lead the ninth Global Grace Cancer Run at Gachibowli Stadium on October 11. Organised by Grace Cancer Foundation, the event expects 35,000 participants and aims to promote cancer awareness, early detection and screening.

The Jain community in Hyderabad organised a 23-km Tiranga Ahimsa Car Rally with 187 decorated cars on Friday. The rally began and ended at Jal Vihar, promoting national pride and Ahimsa while commemorating Gandhi Jayanti and other important occasions.

Telangana continues to face substantial pending payments to employees, retirees and contractors despite government claims of phased clearance. Employee groups cite over Rs 14,200 crore in dues, while contractor liabilities have also risen, keeping arrears and payments at the centre of protests.

Traffic congestion on the Sangareddy-Patancheru stretch of NH-65 has worsened amid road-widening and flyover works. A 23-km journey now takes up to two hours during peak periods, with incomplete service roads and culverts hampering efforts to divert traffic

BRS working president KT Rama Rao said Kalyana Lakshmi and Shaadi Mubarak had supported 16.78 lakh poor families with Rs 16,375 crore over 12 years. He accused the Congress government of weakening the schemes and failing to fulfil its gold promise.

Five transgender persons were arrested in Adilabad on charges of allegedly harassing passengers, threatening them and forcibly demanding money at the bus station. Police cautioned that stern action would be taken against those causing inconvenience to people through threats or forced demands

A farmer couple died after allegedly coming into contact with an electrified fence at their field in Gambhiraopet mandal of Rajanna Sircilla district early Friday. Police said the fence had been installed to prevent wild animals from damaging crops.

A 35-year-old passenger was deboarded from a Hyderabad-Kadapa flight after accidentally touching the aircraft’s emergency exit handle while adjusting his seat, triggering a sensor alarm. Police questioned him and released him after confirming the action was unintentional, with no case registered

The Telangana High Court directed the Election Commission to file an affidavit clarifying whether a Khairatabad Assembly by-election can be held while Vijaya Reddy’s election petition challenging the 2023 result remains pending. The court adjourned the hearing to Tuesday.

Telangana police constable Pilli Raju completed the 72-km Khardung La Challenge in Ladakh, finishing among 110 of 250 selected runners. He overcame freezing temperatures, low oxygen levels and high altitude, and credited his family, colleagues and fellow runners for their support.

The NHRC has issued a conditional summons to Telangana’s Higher Education Department Principal Secretary over the alleged ragging and death of BTech student Sai Teja. The Commission said no action taken report had been received despite its earlier direction.

The Telangana State Medical Council raided four unauthorised clinics in Kamareddy town, alleging that unqualified practitioners were administering injections and antibiotics. The council said criminal cases were being registered and urged the public to report illegal clinics and practitioners.

Hyderabad-based CR Healthcare Services has allegedly suffered a ransomware attack in which hackers reportedly encrypted sensitive patient data and demanded around Rs 8.5 crore. Cyberabad Cybercrime police have launched an investigation after the company lodged a complaint following the incident.

A 20-year-old nursing student allegedly died by suicide at a private hostel in Karimnagar early Thursday following alleged harassment by her classmate. Police registered a case against the classmate based on a complaint from the student’s father and launched an investigation.

BRS leaders from the erstwhile Karimnagar district criticised Chief Minister A Revanth Reddy over his Sircilla speech, alleging he focused on attacks against BRS leaders instead of development issues. They sought action on pending projects, weavers’ schemes and Dalit Bandhu funds.

The Telangana Cabinet decided in principle to seek Central assistance for El Niño-related losses, with a sub-committee to assess damage. It also approved power procurement and renewable projects, two DA instalments for employees and pensioners, and a digital media advertising policy.

BRSL deputy leader T Harish Rao accused the Congress government of failing to fulfil its promise of providing jobs to 1,000 Telangana artistes. He alleged that the Chief Minister and Ministers were avoiding accountability and urged the government to honour its commitment.

DRI officials seized four elephant tusks weighing around 17 kg and apprehended three persons in Banjara Hills over an alleged illegal ivory transaction. The suspects were allegedly attempting to sell the ivory, while officials investigate its source and possible trafficking links.

Nearly 29,000 Form-7 applications seeking deletion or objecting to proposed voter inclusion have been filed during Telangana’s SIR, Chief Electoral Officer C Sudharsan Reddy said. Hyderabad accounted for around 5,000 applications, while 4.43 lakh Form-6 applications were submitted for fresh enrolment.

Hyderabad DEO R V Karnan announced the electoral roll preparation schedule for the MBNR-RR-HYD Graduates’ Constituency. Applications in Form-18 can be submitted until November 6, draft rolls will be published on November 25 and final rolls on December 30.

Senior citizens and welfare associations urged the Telangana government to establish a dedicated welfare corporation, provide free bus travel and improve healthcare and financial security. Officials highlighted geriatric caregiver training, day-care centres, maintenance tribunals, helpline 14567 and old-age homes.

TG SAFE Drugs Wing officials seized 6,368 Tramadol-containing Pyeevon Spas Plus Capsules worth Rs 58,904 from a medical shop in Tellapur, Sangareddy, after detecting illegal stocking and sale without purchase and sale bills, officials said, adding that further action will follow.