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Padma Shri awardee Darshanam Mogilaiah cleans his mural in Hyderabad
Hyderabad: Telangana Kinnera player and Padma Shri awardee Darshanam Mogilaiah was on Wednesday, December 17 seen cleaning his own deface mural in Hyderabad. Mogilaiah cleaned the mural on the LB Nagar flyover after spotting posters and gutka stains on the artwork. A video shared on social media shows the folk singer trying to remove the Get the latest updates in Hyderabad City News , Technology , Entertainment , Sports , Politics and Top Stories on WhatsApp & Telegram by subscribing to our channels. You can also download our app for Android and iOS .
Telangana: MPDO dies of cardiac arrest after poll duty stress in Mulugu
Hyderabad: A Mandal Parishad Development Officer (MPDO) died after reportedly collapsing due to a suspected cardiac arrest due to stress following election-related duties in Telanganas Mulugu district. According to reports, G Rajendra Prasad, aged 60, a resident of Hanamkonda and serving as the MPDO of Venkatapuram mandal, had been on long-term medical leave due to Get the latest updates in Hyderabad City News , Technology , Entertainment , Sports , Politics and Top Stories on WhatsApp & Telegram by subscribing to our channels. You can also download our app for Android and iOS .
Telangana govt orders formation of third power distribution company
Hyderabad: The Telangana government on Wednesday, December 17, ordered the formation of a third power distribution company in the state which will handle 29,08,138 connections. As per Government Order (GO) number 44, the new company will begin operation from April 1, 2026. It will be dedicated to handling free power supply and other electricity schemes Get the latest updates in Hyderabad City News , Technology , Entertainment , Sports , Politics and Top Stories on WhatsApp & Telegram by subscribing to our channels. You can also download our app for Android and iOS .
2,081 govt schools in Telangana have no students, highest in country: Centre
Hyderabad: The Union Education Ministry has revealed that 5,149 government schools across India had zero students enrolled during the 202425 academic year, with nearly 70 percent of these located in Telangana and West Bengal. The ministry presented this data in a recent report submitted to Parliament. Nalgonda district tops list in Telangana According to the Get the latest updates in Hyderabad City News , Technology , Entertainment , Sports , Politics and Top Stories on WhatsApp & Telegram by subscribing to our channels. You can also download our app for Android and iOS .
Debts Exerts Pressure on Telanganas Finances, Says CAG
Borrowings surge as deficits widen in 2025-26 finances up to November
Telangana Lineman Bags Ambedkar Fellowship Award
Rajaiah received the national recognition for his contributions to literature, arts and social service, particularly his efforts to promote the ideals of Dr B.R. Ambedkar and advance the welfare of the Bahujan community.
A summit that rose beyond optics
The Telangana Rising Summit outlines the Congress governments Vision 2047
SC Refuses To Vacate HC Stay On Shamshabad Land
The Supreme Court directed not to put any construction or alienation till the disposal of the appeal before the Telangana High Court
Maoists Urge TG to Produce Arrested Cadre in Court
CPI (Maoist) Telangana Committee official spokesperson Jagan alleged that arrests of unarmed Maoists would disturb the peaceful environment prevailing in Telangana
Telangana High Court directs GHMC to publish delimitation data in 24hrs
Hyderabad: The Telangana High Court on Wednesday, December 17, directed the Greater Hyderabad Municipal Corporation (GHMC) to publish ward-wise population details and maps within the next 24 hours. The court has said that objections can be filed two days after the publication of official data. Justice Vijaysen Reddy took up the hearing of the petitions, Get the latest updates in Hyderabad City News , Technology , Entertainment , Sports , Politics and Top Stories on WhatsApp & Telegram by subscribing to our channels. You can also download our app for Android and iOS .
Telangana Speaker Dismisses Disqualification Pleas Against 5 BRS Lawmakers
Telangana Assembly Speaker Gaddam Prasad Kumar dismissed disqualification petitions against five MLAs accused of defecting from the Bharat Rashtra Samithi to the ruling Congress, saying there was no solid proof that they had given up party membership
Produce Detained Maoist Leader Bade Chokka Rao, 15 Others Before Court, Urges Letter
Sources said that Telangana police have not detained Bade Chokka Rao, the Maoist leader and it was purely a speculation
Telangana NEET PG students seek intervention over AIQ resignation and State joining deadlines
9 More Critical Care Blocks To Be Set Up Across Telangana
At present, four CCBs are operational at Sangareddy, Nalgonda, Karimnagar and Nizamabad.
Telangana ranks fifth in patent filings, says report
Telangana was among the States specifically identified as having contributed significantly to the rise in domestic patent filings, alongside Karnataka, Andhra Pradesh and Odisha
Telangana issues health advisory as chilly weather raises seasonal flu risk
Only 40 vacancies in TMREIS, not 2,600+, says body president
Hyderabad:The Telangana Minorities Residential Educational Institutions Society (TMREIS) president, Mohammed Faheemuddin Qureshi, on Wednesday, December 17, said the government body only has 40 vacancies, contradicting a Right to Information (RTI) query that revealed over 2,600 teaching and non-teaching posts were lying vacant in the state. Based on the information obtained through an RTI query filed Get the latest updates in Hyderabad City News , Technology , Entertainment , Sports , Politics and Top Stories on WhatsApp & Telegram by subscribing to our channels. You can also download our app for Android and iOS .
Final phase of Telangana panchayat elections sees 85pc voter turn out
Hyderabad: More than 85 per cent of eligible voters exercised their franchise in the final phase of gram panchayat elections in Telangana on Wednesday, the SEC said. The elections were held peacefully, and counting of votes was underway, officials said. Of the 50,56,344 eligible voters, 43,37,024 cast their votes, recording a turnout of 85.77 per Get the latest updates in Hyderabad City News , Technology , Entertainment , Sports , Politics and Top Stories on WhatsApp & Telegram by subscribing to our channels. You can also download our app for Android and iOS .
Turmeric Board Will Strengthen Crop Production in Telangana: Tummala
The Minister said the State government will offer complete support for the board for its success
President Droupadi Murmu arrives in Hyderabad for winter sojourn
Hyderabad: President Droupadi Murmu on Wednesday arrived at the Rashtrapati Nilayam at Secunderabad here as part of her winter sojourn. Telangana Governor Jishnu Dev Varma, Deputy Chief Minister Mallu Bhatti Vikramarka and Telangana ministers along with senior officials received the President at the Air Force Station, Hakimpet. The President will stay at Rashtrapati Nilayam till Get the latest updates in Hyderabad City News , Technology , Entertainment , Sports , Politics and Top Stories on WhatsApp & Telegram by subscribing to our channels. You can also download our app for Android and iOS .
Over 5,000 govt schools sit empty with zero students; 70% in Telangana and West Bengal
Thousands of government schools in India are empty of students. Telangana and West Bengal lead with the most zero-enrolment schools. This situation persists despite a large number of teachers being posted to these institutions. The number of schools with very few or no students has increased. This data comes from government figures shared in Parliament.
Telangana, WB Top List of Govt Schools With Zero Enrolment
While Telangana has approximately 2,081 zero enrolment schools, West Bengal has 1,571 such institutions
Telangana Speaker dismisses disqualification of 5 BRS MLAs in defection case
Hyderabad: In a relief to five of the 10 defected Bharat Rashtra Samithi (BRS) MLAs, Telangana Assembly Speaker Gaddam Prasad Kumar on Wednesday dismissed the disqualification petitions filed against them. The Speaker granted relief to Bhadrachalam MLA Tellam Venkat Rao, Gadwal MLA B Krishna Mohan Reddy, Rajendranagar MLA T Prakash Goud, Patancheru MLA G Mahipal Get the latest updates in Hyderabad City News , Technology , Entertainment , Sports , Politics and Top Stories on WhatsApp & Telegram by subscribing to our channels. You can also download our app for Android and iOS .
MLAs Disqualification Petitions Dismissed in Telangana
The Speaker gave the clean chit while pronouncing the verdict on petitions filed regarding the disqualification of MLAs
Alientt's Global Team Experience Telanganas Culinary Heritage
Alientt Global Leaders explore Telanganas culinary & cultural heritage at The Culinary Lounge, Hyderabad
President Murmu Arrives in Hyderabad for 5-Day Winter Sojourn
Telangana Governor Jishnu Dev Varma, Deputy Chief Minister Mallu Bhatti Vikramarka and Telangana ministers received the President at the Air Force Station, Hakimpet
Messi Omits Salt Lake Stadium From India Tour Highlights; Video Features Mumbai, Delhi, Hyderabad
Telangana Chief Minister Revanth Reddy: Argentina football legend Lionel Messi released a commemorative video of his 'GOAT India Tour' on Wednesday, notably excluding any footage of his appearance at Kolkatas Yuba Bharati Krirangan (Salt Lake Stadium). The omission comes amid a backdrop of administrative mismanagement and fan unrest during the Kolkata leg of the tour, which was marred by mismanagement resulting in fans' outrage and the arrest of the event organiser. The video, shared on Messi's official Instagram account, includes only one event from Kolkata, the unveiling of Messis statue at Lake Town. There are no visuals from Yuva Bharati Krirangan. The rest of the video is dominated by scenes from Hyderabad, Mumbai and Delhi. It shows Messi playing football with Telangana Chief Minister Revanth Reddy at the Hyderabad stadium, interacting with children, kicking the ball into the stands and waving to spectators. The video also carries moments of Messi interacting with Sachin Tendulkar at Mumbais Wankhede Stadium, along with visuals of him engaging with children and the crowd. Brief clips from the Arun Jaitley Stadium in Delhi are also part of the montage. Messi is seen alongside Luis Surez and Rodrigo De Paul, all smiling through the tour. Apart from on-field moments, the video includes events outside the stadium, such as Messis participation in the Paddle Cup at the Cricket Club of India in Mumbai and photographs with actor Kareena Kapoor Khan. During his visit to Kolkata, Messi met several prominent personalities. State minister Aroop Biswas was seen accompanying him at Yuva Bharati Krirangan, but neither the minister nor the stadium event features in the video. In contrast, some industrialists appear in the montage. Although Yuva Bharati Krirangan does not find a place in the visuals, Messi did mention Kolkata in the caption. He wrote, Namaste India! What incredible visits to Delhi, Mumbai, Hyderabad and Kolkata. Thanks for the warm welcome, great hospitality and all the expressions of love throughout my tour. I hope football has a bright future in India! #GOATTourIndia #GOATconcert #Messiinlndia A Satadru Dutta Initiative. While Kolkata received a brief mention in the caption, the Yuva Bharati event was entirely left out of the video. Notably, Messi retained the name of Satadru Dutta, the main organiser of the tour, in the caption, despite Duttas arrest. Messi also shared a message reflecting on his visit to India. He said, First of all, thank you to India for the love I have received over the past few days. It was a wonderful experience. This trip was very short, but the love I received has removed all my fatigue. He added, I knew I would receive love, but I didn't realise how much. Everyone loved me like crazy. I am returning home with this experience. I hope that one day we will play in India. But even if we don't play, I will definitely come to India. Thank you, everyone. On December 13, the Salt Lake Stadium was packed well before the scheduled start of Messis event, with thousands of fans waiting to catch a glimpse of the great footballer. As Messi arrived, a large crowd surrounded him, trying to take photographs, while security personnel struggled to control the situation. Spectators later complained that many could not see Messi at all. He left the field after about 22 minutes. He added, I knew I would receive love, but I didn't realise how much. Everyone loved me like crazy. I am returning home with this experience. I hope that one day we will play in India. But even if we don't play, I will definitely come to India. Thank you, everyone. Also Read: Live Cricket Score In the aftermath, the state government constituted an inquiry committee. Event organiser Satadru Dutta was arrested, while on Tuesday, Aroop Biswas resigned from his post as state Sports Minister. Senior IPS officers, including Director General of Police Rajeev Kumar, were also issued show-cause notices. Article Source: IANS
Hyderabad mans involvement in Australia shooting 'insult' to India: Telangana BJP chief
Sajid Akram, one of the suspects in the recent shooting at Bondi beach in Australia that left 15 people dead, is originally from Hyderabad, the Telangana Police said on Tuesday.
NEW DELHI: United Nations Educational, Scientific and Cultural Organisation (UNESCO) on Tuesday called for a national mission in India to ensure consistent mother-tongue or home language- based instruction in the country. There needs to be multilingual bridging across all schooling systems, it urged. Making public its 165-page report, `Bhasha Matters: The State of the Education Report for India 2025; Mother Tongue and Multilingual Education at its office in Delhi, it came out with ten recommendations to be incorporated in the countrys Education Policy. Tim Curtis, Director, UNESCO Regional Office for South Asia, who released it said theUNESCO Regional Office for South Asia has established a tradition of publishing an annual flagship report as our contribution to the education discourse in India. Elaborating on this years report he said, We turn to a theme central to equitable learning Mother Tongue and Multilingual Education. Over the next hour, you will hear the compelling evidence-based for establishing Mother Tongue and Multilingual Education as the foundation for educational inclusion, linguistic diversity preservation and enhanced learning outcomes through stories and testimonies, and learn about the frameworks and global commitments that guide UNESCOs work. UNESCO has encouraged mother tongue instruction in primary education since 1953 highlighting its advantages from the very beginning of the Organisations founding. In 2003, UNESCO released `Education in a Multilingual World, acknowledging the global reality of multilingual education and the challenges and opportunities it presents. The 2025 report provides a comprehensive framework for designing, implementing, and sustaining multilingual education systems. It emphasises learner-centered language pathways, inclusive pedagogy, community participation, and context-responsive planning all of which have informed the analysis and recommendations in this years report. As part of this research, our team travelled across India, including to Odisha, Telangana, and Andhra Pradesh, and visited schools, institutions and civil society organisations, he said. This publication is the product of consultations with academicians, state governments, the national government, NGOs, teachers, community members, and most importantly students. Recommendations: *Adopt and operationalise clear state-level language-in-education policies grounded in Mother-Tongue Based-Multilingual Education (MTB-MLE). *Strengthen teacher recruitment, deployment and professional standards for multilingual competence. *Reform pre-service and in-service teacher education to embed multilingual pedagogy at all stages. *Institutionalise community participation and indigenous knowledge in school practice *Develop and distribute high-quality multilingual learning materials and assessments across grades. *Integrate a gender-responsive MTB-MLE framework across middle, secondary and alternative schooling. *Leverage digital public infrastructure for inclusive, multilingual teacher support and learning resources. *Invest in inclusive language technologies and bridge the digital divide *Ensure sustainable, equitable and inclusive financing for MTB-MLE and language-responsive technologies and *Establish a national mission for MTB-MLE and strengthen institutional coordination.
Hyderabad mans role in Australia shooting insults India: Telangana BJP chief
Hyderabad: The involvement of a Hyderabad man in the recent mass shooting at a beach in Australia is not only an insult to India, but also a grave security concern, Telangana BJP chief N Ramchander Rao said on Wednesday. Sajid Akram, one of the suspects in the recent shooting at Bondi beach in Australia that Get the latest updates in Hyderabad City News , Technology , Entertainment , Sports , Politics and Top Stories on WhatsApp & Telegram by subscribing to our channels. You can also download our app for Android and iOS .
Hyderabad Man's Involvement in Australia Shooting Insult to India: Ramchader Rao
The BJP leader urged the Telangana police to inquire into the circumstances under which Akram left India and also with whom he maintained contacts after moving to Australia
Hyderabad man's involvement in Australia shooting 'insult' to India: Telangana BJP chief
Telangana BJP chief N Ramchander Rao called the alleged involvement of Hyderabad-born Sajid Akram in the Bondi beach mass shooting in Australia an insult to India and a serious national security concern. He urged Telangana police to investigate Akrams background, his departure from India, and his contacts abroad.
Telangana Speaker to announce decision on disqualification petitions against five BRS MLAs today
The development follows the deadline set by the Supreme Court
57.91 Voting Percentage Registered in Final Phase of Gram Panchayat Polls in Telangana
Long serpentine queues of voters were seen at several polling booths to cast their vote
The Telangana Rising 2047 Global Summit brought together policymakers, industry leaders, and global experts to chart a long-term vision for the state’s inclusive and sustainable growth. Organized by the Government of Telangana, the summit focused on the future of urban development, economic expansion, and equitable access to housing. As real estate plays a crucial role in shaping the state’s urban transformation, the sessions dedicated to affordable housing saw strong participation from both government and private-sector representatives. Ajitesh Korupolu, Founder & CEO of ASBL with Sri Ponguleti Srinivas Reddy, Hon’ble Minister for Revenue, Housing, and Information & PR, at the Telangana Rising 2047 Global Summit ASBL ’s Founder and CEO, Ajitesh Korupolu , was invited as one of only two developers from Hyderabad to join the distinguished panel discussion on “Investing in Inclusion: Prospects in Affordable Housing.” The conversation explored how Telangana can address the growing demand across EWS, LIG, MIG, and rental segments while encouraging private sector participation. Ajitesh brought a data-driven and structural perspective to the discussion, beginning with the need for the government to simplify the land side of the ecosystem, particularly in core city areas where the government holds significant greenfield and brownfield parcels. He emphasized that slum lands, which today informally serve affordable demand, can become strong formal housing assets if ownership structures are streamlined. He also highlighted how Hyderabad’s high-FSI regime is a key reason the city remains one of India’s most affordable metros, comparing per-sq-ft costs with cities like Bengaluru and Gurugram to showcase Hyderabad’s relative strength. Building on this, Ajitesh stressed that future affordable housing models must balance ownership and rental pathways. With rising EMIs and limited financial bandwidth among households earning under INR 10-12 lakhs annually, he argued for a structured rental housing model supported by cap rates of 7-8%, backed by global institutions like IFC and ADB that already fund such initiatives. He emphasized that government innovation should focus on land ownership reforms, while developers must invest in R&D and construction efficiency. Speaking about technology, he noted that prefabrication is likely to become the most viable future solution for large-scale housing, provided transportation costs are optimized through decentralized manufacturing yards. He also pointed out the need for construction-worker training schools to adapt to new technologies as the sector transitions into more advanced building methods. 1 trillion economy ambition. His core message for public-private partnerships was summed up in a clear principle: “The objective of the entire PPP model should be that the government does not lose money, the private sector makes money, and people find solutions.” The panel also included an interactive segment where innovators were encouraged to participate in solving on-ground challenges. Responding to a question on construction automation, Ajitesh invited young entrepreneurs to collaborate with ASBL, noting active interest in technologies like autonomous tower cranes and RMC automation due to nationwide workforce shortages. He reiterated the company’s openness to supporting such innovations with real use-cases and potential capital participation. In conclusion, the Telangana Rising 2047 Summit underscored the urgent need for cross-sector collaboration to expand the supply of quality, affordable housing. Ajitesh Korupolu’s participation highlighted both ASBL’s growing leadership role and the importance of market-aligned, technology-driven solutions in shaping the future of housing in Telangana. The discussions at the summit are expected to inform the state’s upcoming Affordable Housing Policy, aimed at making urban growth more inclusive, efficient, and future-ready.
Former AIIMS HOD moves SC seeking cancer to be declared a notifiable disease
NEW DELHI: A Public Interest Litigation (PIL) has been filed in the Supreme Court by former Head of the Department of Surgical Disciplines at AIIMS, New Delhi, Dr Anurag Srivastava, seeking directions to the Centre to declare cancer a notifiable disease to ensure uniform and mandatory reporting of cancer cases across India. In the petition, filed through advocate Gaurav Kumar Bansal, Dr Srivastava urged the Supreme Court to direct the Union Government and State Governments to establish a centralised, real-time digital cancer registry on the lines of the CoWIN portal. The proposed registry would integrate existing datasets, including the National Cancer Registry Programme (NCRP), Hospital-Based Cancer Registries (HBCRs), Population-Based Cancer Registries (PBCRs), Ayushman BharatPMJAY, State health insurance schemes, mortality records and hospital information systems, with appropriate safeguards for data accuracy, privacy and accountability. The plea also sought directions to the Centre and States to formulate and implement nationwide cancer screening programmes at Primary Health Centres (PHCs) and Community Health Centres (CHCs), targeting high-risk and age-based population groups. Further, the petitioner asked the Court to direct the authorities to frame a clear policy on unverified, religious or alternative therapies for cancer treatment, including remedies such as gomutra, and to regulate misinformation to protect public health. The PIL also called for ensuring the availability of affordable, evidence-based cancer treatment including modern medicine as well as evidence-based AYUSH therapies at all tertiary and district-level hospitals. Dr Srivastava also sought directions for the establishment of a dedicated National Cancer Care Fund to support treatment costs, anti-cancer drugs, diagnostic equipment and palliative care, with the aim of reducing the financial burden on poor, underprivileged and vulnerable patients and their families. The petition further urged the Court to direct the Union and State Governments to strengthen death certification and institutionalise death audits for cancer patients to ensure accurate reporting, identify systemic gaps and improve the quality of care. It also sought a time-bound roadmap for expanding PBCRs to ensure adequate representation of all States and rural areas, with particular emphasis on underrepresented States such as Uttar Pradesh, Madhya Pradesh, Rajasthan, Andhra Pradesh, Telangana and Odisha. In his plea, Dr Srivastava stated that despite being one of the leading causes of death in India, cancer remains outside the ambit of mandatory notification. This, he argued, has resulted in fragmented data, weak surveillance and policy paralysis in addressing the growing cancer burden. He highlighted that health is primarily a State subject under Entry 6 of List II of the Seventh Schedule to the Constitution, and that both the Union and State Governments have the power to legislate and notify diseases within their respective domains. However, this concurrent jurisdiction has led to a legal lacuna, with some States having notified cancer as a disease while others have not. The absence of uniformity has led to disparities in reporting, monitoring and early intervention across States. This inconsistency has resulted in a critical policy failure, with patients in many States being diagnosed only at advanced stages, when curative treatment becomes difficult, expensive or impossible, the plea stated. Dr Srivastava further pointed out that the Indian Council of Medical Researchs NCRP currently covers only about 10 per cent of Indias population, with rural coverage as low as 1 per cent. Large States such as Uttar Pradesh, Madhya Pradesh, Rajasthan, Andhra Pradesh, Telangana and Odisha remain significantly underrepresented. He noted that both the NCRP Policy Brief, 2020, and the 139th Report of the Parliamentary Standing Committee on Health and Family Welfare had recommended that cancer be declared a notifiable disease, but these recommendations have yet to be implemented.
Telangana Speaker to Deliver Verdict on Disqualification Petitions Against 5 MLAs
The pronounced orders will be uploaded on the Legislative Assembly website
Porter app drivers being exploited, need action: TGPWU to Telangana govt
Hyderabad: Telangana Gig and Platform Workers Union (TGPWU) has sought immediate intervention from the Telangana Labour department to address what it terms a deepening crisis among Porter drivers in the state. In a representation submitted to the Commissioner of Labour and Additional Commissioner of Labour, the union alleged that sustained payout cuts, arbitrary account actions Get the latest updates in Hyderabad City News , Technology , Entertainment , Sports , Politics and Top Stories on WhatsApp & Telegram by subscribing to our channels. You can also download our app for Android and iOS .
Voting Begins For Final Phase of Gram Panchayat Elections in Telangana
A total of 12,652 Sarpanch candidates are in the fray, while 75,725 are contesting for ward member posts
Kishan Reddy reviews Telangana rail projects, seeks faster works at 42 stations
Hyderabad: Union Coal and Mines Minister G Kishan Reddy said he has requested the Railway Ministry to expedite the ongoing modernisation works at 42 railway stations in Telangana. He was speaking to reporters at his residence in New Delhi on Tuesday, December 16, after a review of the states railway projects with Railway Minister Ashwini Get the latest updates in Hyderabad City News , Technology , Entertainment , Sports , Politics and Top Stories on WhatsApp & Telegram by subscribing to our channels. You can also download our app for Android and iOS .
Telangana HC pulls up power dept over GITAM Universitys Rs 118.13 cr dues
Hyderabad: The Telangana High Court on Tuesday, December 16, expressed surprise over the inaction of the power department in recovering electricity dues of Rs 118.13 crore pending from GITAM University for nearly two decades. Despite issuing notices in September warning of disconnection of power supply for non-payment, the department failed to initiate further action, prompting Get the latest updates in Hyderabad City News , Technology , Entertainment , Sports , Politics and Top Stories on WhatsApp & Telegram by subscribing to our channels. You can also download our app for Android and iOS .
Slain Australia beach shooting suspect native of Hyderabad: Tgana police
HYDERABAD, Dec 16 : Sajid Akram, the 50-year-old slain suspect in a mass shooting at a Hanukkah celebration at Bondi Beach in Australia, was an Indian citizen hailing from Hyderabad, Telangana Police revealed on Tuesday. While he had migrated to Australia 27 years ago, Akram carried an Indian passport. Akram, along with his 24-year-old son Naveed Akram, recently travelled to the Philippines on an Indian passport. Akram, one of the two suspects in the mass shooting that has left 15 [] The post Slain Australia beach shooting suspect native of Hyderabad: Tgana police appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
'Bondi Beach terror attacker originally from Hyderabad': Telangana Police
A mass shooting at Bondi Beach involved Sajid Akram, an Indian passport holder from Hyderabad. Telangana police confirmed he was not radicalized in India. Akram lived in Australia for nearly three decades. His son, Naveed Akram, an Australian citizen, was also involved. Family members in India had limited contact and no knowledge of Akram's radicalization.
Sonia Gandhi Praises Revanths Vision for Telangana
CPP chairperson expresses confidence in Telangana Rising 2047 vision and growth plans
Telangana Waqf Board Completes Registration of 70 Pc of Its Properties on Umeed Portal: Azharuddin
Mohammed Ali Shabbir noted that while gazettenotified Waqf institutions had already been uploaded, the extension would help include many pending properties
Telangana CM seeks FRBM exemption from Centre, pitches for IIM Hyderabad
New Delhi: Telangana Chief Minister A Revanth Reddy on Tuesday met Union ministers Nirmala Sitharaman and Dharmendra Pradhan in Delhi, seeking central support for education initiatives, including the establishment of an Indian Institute of Management in Hyderabad. He also met Congress leader Sonia Gandhi and briefed her on the two-day Telangana Rising Global Summit-2025 held Get the latest updates in Hyderabad City News , Technology , Entertainment , Sports , Politics and Top Stories on WhatsApp & Telegram by subscribing to our channels. You can also download our app for Android and iOS .
Hyderabad: Dhanwantari Foundations land to be auctioned in Rs 516 crore scam
Hyderabad: The Telangana High Court has allowed the police to proceed with the auction of properties attached to the Dhanwantari Foundation International Trust (DFI) and disburse the amount to the victims of their Rs 516 crore scam. The Central Crime Station, Hyderabad, had registered a case against the foundation in 2023 under the Telangana Protection Get the latest updates in Hyderabad City News , Technology , Entertainment , Sports , Politics and Top Stories on WhatsApp & Telegram by subscribing to our channels. You can also download our app for Android and iOS .
A decade after division, Telangana emerges as an economic powerhouse of India
Enhanced TOEFL iBT test from January 21
US top destination for AP, Telangana students; most test-takers from Hyderabad
34 Maoists carrying Rs 84 lakh reward surrender in Chhattisgarh under Poona Margham initiative
RAIPUR: A total of 34 Maoist cadres, carrying a cumulative reward of 84 lakh, surrendered in the insurgency-hit district of Bijapur, around 400 km south of Raipur, on Tuesday, marking another significant instance of cadres laying down arms under the states rehabilitation drive. Seven of those who surrendered are women. The cadres said they had decided to renounce the armed and violent ideology of the banned CPI (Maoist) and return to the mainstream under the Poona Margham: Rehabilitation to Rebirth initiative being implemented in the Bastar division, police said. The thirty-four Maoists who surrendered belonged to the South Sub-Zonal Bureau and included members from the Telangana State Committee, the Andhra Odisha Border Special Zonal Committee and the Dandakaranya Special Zonal Committee (DKSZC). As a result of the state government's comprehensive Naxal eradication policy and continuous efforts based on peace, dialogue, and development, the cadres in big numbers have decided to relinquish the violent path and return to the mainstream of society, the statement issued by the Bijapur police said. According to the police, the surrendered cadres included one Divisional Committee Member, four members of a PLGA Company, three Area Committee Members, eight Platoon and Area Committee party members, three Militia Platoon Commanders, five Militia Platoon members, one PLGA member and nine members holding positions such as CNM/Janatana Sarkar president or vice-president, and DAKMS and KAMS president or vice-president. All of them have decided to quit the banned outfit CPI (Maoist). From January 1, 2024 onwards, as many as 824 Maoists have joined the mainstream in Bijapur district, while 1,079 Maoists have been arrested and 220 Maoists have been killed in separate encounters, Bijapur district police chief Jitendra Kumar Yadav said. Official legal procedures are being carried out for the rehabilitation and reintegration of the surrendered cadres into society. The Poona Margham initiative has emerged as a significant step towards lasting peace and positive transformation in the Bastar region, the police said. Under the surrender and rehabilitation policy, each surrendered Maoist receives an initial financial incentive of 50,000. In addition, those willing to undergo skill training or set up a small business are eligible for further financial assistance. They are also provided free housing, healthcare, farmland and other amenities under the policy. Since the BJP came to power in Chhattisgarh in December 2023, over 2,300 Maoists have surrendered across the state, officials said.
Telangana sets March-end deadline for Hyderabad Metro takeover
Chief Secretary says transfer must be carried out smoothly and expeditiously, in line with agreement reached between both parties during a review meeting with Committee of Secretaries and L&T officials
KCR led BRS meeting on Telangana water rights postponed to Dec 21
Hyderabad: In light of the Parliament session concluding on December 19, the joint meeting of the Bharat Rashtra Samithi Legislature Party (BRSLP) and the partys state executive committee, chaired by former chief minister and BRS national president K Chandrashekar Rao, has now been postponed to December 21. The postponement has also been done so that Get the latest updates in Hyderabad City News , Technology , Entertainment , Sports , Politics and Top Stories on WhatsApp & Telegram by subscribing to our channels. You can also download our app for Android and iOS .
Govt to take over Hyderabad metro rail operations by March 2026
Hyderabad: Telangana chief secretary K Ramakrishna Rao on Tuesday, December 16, directed officials to complete the process of taking over the Hyderabad Metro Rail from L&T by the end of the current financial year (March 2026). In a review meeting with the committee of secretaries and officials from L&T, the Telangana chief secretary emphasised that Get the latest updates in Hyderabad City News , Technology , Entertainment , Sports , Politics and Top Stories on WhatsApp & Telegram by subscribing to our channels. You can also download our app for Android and iOS .
Hyderabad: Traffic to be restricted for President of India visit
Hyderabad: Traffic in parts of the city will be restricted or diverted for the upcoming visit of the President of India from December 17 to 22. Ahead of the President Draupadi Murmus visit to Telangana, the Hyderabad traffic police has issued an advisory for the smooth flow of vehicles. With President Murmu set to attend Get the latest updates in Hyderabad City News , Technology , Entertainment , Sports , Politics and Top Stories on WhatsApp & Telegram by subscribing to our channels. You can also download our app for Android and iOS .
FSSAI issues 75 notices to FBOs over misuse of ORS label; two manufacturers in Telangana flagged
Telangana government welcomes UMEED portal deadline extension
Minister, and officials urge compliance
Telangana Panchayat polls: KTR accuses Congress MLAs of high-handedness
Hyderabad: Bharat Rashtra Samithi (BRS) working president K.T. Rama Rao on Tuesday accused the ruling Congress party legislators of arrogance of power and high-handedness. He asserted that funds for Gram Panchayats and welfare schemes like Indiramma Houses are public money and not the personal property of Congress leaders. Addressing a felicitation ceremony for newly elected Get the latest updates in Hyderabad City News , Technology , Entertainment , Sports , Politics and Top Stories on WhatsApp & Telegram by subscribing to our channels. You can also download our app for Android and iOS .
Telangana moves Supreme Court with plea to restrain Andhra Pradesh on PBLP
It says the project sans any approvals is illegal, taken up in violation of GWDT Award, APRA
Revanth Reddy Seeks Centre's Support for Rs.30,000 Cr Education Push, IIM for Hyderabad
In a meeting with Union Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman in Parliament, Revanth Reddy outlined plans for Young India Integrated Residential Schools (YIIRS) being constructed across 105 assembly constituencies in Telangana
Telangana: GItag filed for Siddipet Batik paintings
Hyderabad: A Geographical Indication (GI) application has been filed for the Siddipet Batik paintings from Telangana. It was formally filed by Subhajit Saha, known as the GI Man of Telangana, with support of the Commissioner of Industries. The GI tag application was officially represented by the Siddipet Batik Paintings Society, with Mr. Yasala Prakash serving Get the latest updates in Hyderabad City News , Technology , Entertainment , Sports , Politics and Top Stories on WhatsApp & Telegram by subscribing to our channels. You can also download our app for Android and iOS .
Sydney Bondi Beach attacker was from Hyderabad
Telangana Police confirm no local links of Sajid Akram as he maintained limited contact with his family over the past 27 years, and visited India only six times
IMD Forecasts Cold Wave in Telangana and Karnataka - News On AIR
IMD Forecasts Cold Wave in Telangana and Karnataka News On AIR
Telangana CM Reddy seeks exemption from FRBM limit, Central aid for education sector
State is in the need of 30,000 crore for comprehensive development of education
34 Naxalites Surrender in Bijapur
The cadres were active in Dandakaranya Special Zonal Committee (DKSZC), Telangana State Committee and Andhra Odisha Border division of Maoists
Australia mass shooting suspect originally from Hyderabad: Telangana Police
In a statement, the office of the Telangana Director General of Police (DGP) said the that one of the suspect, Sajid Akram, migrated to Australia around 27 years ago and had only limited contact with his family in Hyderabad
Bondi Beach shooter Sajid Akram was originally from Hyderabad? Here's what Telangana Police said
Sajid Akram and his 24-year-old son Naveed had opened fire with rifles targeting Jews celebrating the Hanukkah festival on the Bondi Beach. Sajid was killed in an exchange of fire with the police during the shooting, which is being described as one of Australia's deadliest terrorist attacks.
HYDERABAD: One of the alleged attackers in the Bondi Beach mass shooting in Sydney , Australia, Sajid Akram, is originally from Hyderabad, Telangana police said on Sunday, adding that the factors leading to his alleged radicalisation had no connection with India. A mass shooting at Bondi Beach, Sydney, on 14 December 2025, carried out by two perpetrators during a public Hanukkah celebration , has reportedly resulted in the deaths of 15 people and one of the two attackers. The incident is being treated as a terrorist attack by the Australian Government. The attackers have been identified as 50-year-old Sajid Akram and his 24-year-old son, Naveed Akram. Reports indicate that they were inspired by ISIS ideology. Further investigation in this regard is being carried out by Australian authorities. Telangana police said that Sajid Akram completed his B.Com degree in the city and migrated to Australia in search of employment approximately 27 years ago, in November 1998. He subsequently married Venera Grosso, a woman of European origin, before settling permanently in Australia. Suspect father in Bondi Beach shooting entered Philippines as Indian national: Immigration officials The couple have one son, Naveed, one of the two alleged attackers, and one daughter. Sajid Akram carries an Indian passport as on date, while his son Naveed Akram and daughter were born in Australia and are Australian citizens. Police said that, as per information available from his relatives in India, Sajid Akram had limited contact with his family in Hyderabad over the past 27 years. He visited India on six occasions after migrating to Australia, primarily for family-related reasons such as property matters and visits to his elderly parents. It is understood that he did not travel to India even at the time of his fathers demise. Family members have expressed no knowledge of his alleged radical mindset or activities, nor of the circumstances that may have led to his radicalisation. The factors that led to the radicalisation of Sajid Akram and his son, Naveed, appear to have no connection with India or any local influence in Telangana. Telangana police said there is no adverse record against Sajid Akram during his stay in India prior to his departure in 1998. They added that they remain committed to cooperating with central agencies and other counterparts, as and when required. The police urged the public and the media to avoid speculation or attribution without verified facts.
Australia beach shooting suspect originally from Hyderabad: Telangana police
Hyderabad: Sajid Akram, one of the suspects in the recent mass shooting at Bondi beach in Australia, is a native of Hyderabad, the Telangana Police said on Tuesday. He migrated to Australia 27 years ago and had limited contact with his family in Hyderabad, the Telangana DGP office said in a statement. Also ReadBondi Beach Get the latest updates in Hyderabad City News , Technology , Entertainment , Sports , Politics and Top Stories on WhatsApp & Telegram by subscribing to our channels. You can also download our app for Android and iOS .
Cold wave alert in six Telangana districts on December 17
According to IMDs latest bulletin, cold wave conditions are very likely to prevail at isolated pockets in Adilabad, Kumaram Bheem Asifabad, Mancherial, Sangareddy, Medak and Kamareddy districts
The refinery is targeted to commence operations by 2027 and poised to play a strategic role in supporting Indias rapidly growing electric vehicle and energy storage ecosystem
Andhras Vissannapeta police launch search for Life is Beautiful CEO Shivani
The couple opened the company two years ago and collected about Rs.20 crore deposits in AP and Telangana, the victims alleged
Twin States' First SkyWalker Orthopedic Robotic System Launched at Arete Hospitals, Hyderabad
Arete Hospitals , Hyderabad, has become the first medical institution in Andhra Pradesh and Telangana to introduce the SkyWalker™ Orthopedic Robotic System in collaboration with U.S. headquartered MicroPort Orthopedics Inc., for knee replacement surgery, marking a significant milestone in the region's healthcare landscape. The launch event, held at The Leela, Hyderabad, was graced by the presence of Telugu Cinema's King Nagarjuna Akkineni. L to R: Dr. Mukesh Parmar, Nagarjuna Akkineni, Dr. Prabhat Lakkireddi, and Dr. Pavan Kumar Reddy, at the launch of SkyWalker™ Orthopedic Robotic System at Arete Hospitals, Hyderabad " Arete Hospitals has always been committed to integrating innovations that make a real difference for our patients ," said Dr. Pavan Kumar Reddy , Medical Director & HOD- Critical Care, Arete Hospitals . " The launch of SkyWalker™ is another milestone in our pursuit of clinical excellence at Arete Hospitals , and we are proud to be the first to bring this technology to the twin states. Arete Hospitals is built on the premise of positivity, efficiency & proficiency and advanced medical technology adoption is at our core ,” added Dr Reddy . Dr. Prabhat Reddy Lakkireddi, Director - Orthopaedics Arthroscopy, Sports Injuries, Robotic & Joint Replacement Surgery, Arete Hospitals, Hyderabad , said, " The SkyWalker™ robotic system gives us real-time data for joint line reconstruction and ligament balancing, while the NitrX® Evolution implant provides remarkable stability and function. We've seen smoother recoveries, better range of motion, and excellent functional outcomes in our initial cases with SkyWalker™. ” The SkyWalker™ Orthopedic Robotic System is designed to work with the NitrX® Evolution implant, enabling unparalleled accuracy and sub-millimeter precision in knee joint alignment. This combination provides personalized outcomes, faster recovery, and longevity. For instance, one patient, Mrs. Naidu, a 65-year-old retired teacher, who underwent knee replacement surgery by Dr Lakkireddi using SkyWalker™, was able to walk pain-free and climb stairs with ease just two weeks after her surgery. Mrs Naidu who was initially hesitant to go for knee replacement surgery and was rather fearful of extreme pains and long recovery time was pleasantly surprised with her overall smooth experience during post-surgery recovery time. Dr. Mukesh Parmar, Senior Director and General Manager, South Asia, MicroPort Orthopedics, said, " The choice of implant is as critical as the robotic platform itself, because it stays with the patient for life. The NitrX® Evolution implant has shown excellent clinical outcomes, and when paired with SkyWalker™, it creates a powerful combination that empowers surgeons and delivers customized and consistently favorable patient outcomes. We are excited to launch this system at Arete Hospitals, a centre of excellence in orthopedic care ." With the introduction of the SkyWalker™ Orthopedic Robotic System, Arete Hospitals, Hyderabad, solidifies its position as a premier destination for advanced orthopedic care in India. This cutting-edge technology, combined with the expertise of its renowned orthopedic surgeons, empowers it to deliver personalized, precision-driven treatment, transforming lives and redefining the standards of knee replacement surgery in Andhra Pradesh and Telangana. About MicroPort Orthopedics Inc. MicroPort Orthopedics Inc. leverages decades of orthopedic expertise and excellent clinical results to improve patient outcomes and drive provider satisfaction worldwide. Its mission is to partner with surgeons in redefining hip and knee replacements to meet the demands of today’s patients. With a focus on innovation and a commitment to helping patients achieve Full Function, Faster , MicroPort Orthopedics supports healthcare providers in delivering world-class care every day. www.microportortho.com . About Arete Hospitals Arete Hospitals, located in Gachibowli, Hyderabad, is a 250-bed, quaternary care multispecialty center offering comprehensive services in areas such as oncology, cardiac sciences, neurosciences, orthopaedics, preventive health and many more. Guided by a mission to make healthcare trustworthy, welcoming, and patient-centred, Arete aims to reduce the stress of hospital care and create an environment where healing happens with dignity and empathy. www.aretehospitals.com/ About SkyWalker ™ Robotic System The SkyWalker™ Orthopedic Robotic System, is the world’s only true-medial pivot technology backed surgical platform. It is designed to work with the NitrX® Evolution implant, enabling unparalleled accuracy and sub-millimeter precision in knee joint alignment. This combination provides personalized outcomes, faster recovery, and longevity. These benefits have been proven and well-documented across 45+ countries globally.
Revanth Reddy Presents Telangana Rising 2047 Vision Document to Sonia Gandhi
Revanth Reddy explained to her on Telangana Rising Global Summit 2025 held on December 8 and 9 and various welfare schemes being implemented over the past two years
Delhi air pollution: Telangana MP rides electric bike to Parliament
Hyderabad: Congress MP from Telanganas Peddapalli constituency, Gaddam Vamsi Krishna, drove an electric bike on his way to Parliament on Tuesday, December 16, to raise awareness about Delhis toxic air pollution. Stating that vehicular emissions are a major contributor to air pollutionin Delhi, the MP tried to set an example by promoting the use of Get the latest updates in Hyderabad City News , Technology , Entertainment , Sports , Politics and Top Stories on WhatsApp & Telegram by subscribing to our channels. You can also download our app for Android and iOS .
Telangana CM meets Nirmala and Dharmendra Pradhan, seeks support for Young India schools and IIM
Revanth Reddy said an estimated 30,000 crore would be required for the construction of these residential schools and other educational institutions
Revanth Urges Centre to Sanction IIM for Hyderabad
CM tells Union Education Minister Dharmendra Pradhan that land and infrastructure are ready; seeks more central schools for Telangana
Telangana local body polls: KTR warns of retaliation over police inaction
Hyderabad: Bharat Rashtra Samithi (BRS) working president KT Rama Rao (KTR) on Tuesday, December 16 warned of action if the police remains spectator to post election violence in Telangana. KTR visited two BRS workers, Balaraju and his wife Ganji Bharati, who were attacked by the Congress workers following the second phase of the Telangana local Get the latest updates in Hyderabad City News , Technology , Entertainment , Sports , Politics and Top Stories on WhatsApp & Telegram by subscribing to our channels. You can also download our app for Android and iOS .
U.S. firm Maximus to set up tech delivery centre in Telanganas Hyderabad
The facility, Maximus has proposed, will play a strategic role in supporting global government programmes in health, social services and digital governance
Expedite Kothagudem Airport Clearances, Renuka Chowdhury Urges Centre
Raising the issue during Zero Hour in the Rajya Sabha, the Telangana MP pointed to delays that have plagued the project since 2016, when the initial project report received clearance and recommendations
The Telangana Board of Intermediate Education has adjusted the 2026 Intermediate Public Examinations schedule for second-year students. This change accommodates a state holiday declared for Holi. Select exams originally set for March 3, 2026, will now take place on March 4, 2026. Practical exams are scheduled for February 2026. Admit cards will be available two weeks prior to the exams.
Telanganas Mahabubnagar to host Innovation Panchayat on December 20
An initiative of Telangana Innovation Cell, the panchayat is designed to be a direct walk-in platform bridging geographical gap between innovators and support they require
Nagaram Land Dispute Ends: Supreme Court Upholds Telangana High Court Verdict on Bhoodan Plots
The High Court had previously validated the ownership of the officials who bought the land
Plea in Telangana HCchallenges GHMC ward delimitation notification
Hyderabad: A plea challenging the Greater Hyderabad Municipal Corporations (GHMC) ward delimitation notification was filed in the Telangana High Court on Monday, December 15. GHMC commissioner RV Karnan issued the notification on December 9. The petitioner, C Vinay Kumar, a resident of Chikkadpally, challenged the preliminary notification, claiming that the GHMC commissioner did not consider Get the latest updates in Hyderabad City News , Technology , Entertainment , Sports , Politics and Top Stories on WhatsApp & Telegram by subscribing to our channels. You can also download our app for Android and iOS .
Telangana govt to allow sale of small Housing Board plots: Min Ponguleti
Hyderabad: Telangana Revenue and Housing Minister Ponguleti Srinivas Reddy announced that the government will consider selling small parcels of land, measuring less than 100 square yards, located adjacent to previously allotted Housing Board houses. The decision was discussed during a review meeting with Housing Board officials held at the Secretariat on Monday, December 15. Also Get the latest updates in Hyderabad City News , Technology , Entertainment , Sports , Politics and Top Stories on WhatsApp & Telegram by subscribing to our channels. You can also download our app for Android and iOS .
Telangana BJP hits out at Revanth Reddy over remarks on voter deletions
Hyderabad: Telangana BJP president N Ramachander Rao has criticised chief minister A Revanth Reddy for his comments during the Congress protest held in Delhi, alleging that the chief ministers remarks appeared to support individuals who allegedly entered India illegally from Pakistan and Bangladesh and managed to obtain voter IDs. Speaking at the Sardar Vallabhbhai Patel Get the latest updates in Hyderabad City News , Technology , Entertainment , Sports , Politics and Top Stories on WhatsApp & Telegram by subscribing to our channels. You can also download our app for Android and iOS .
Damagundam Navy radar project: HC orders centre, Telangana govt to submit reports
Hyderabad: The Telangana High Court on Monday, December 15, directed the central government to submit a compliance report on the implementation of all legal and environmental regulations concerning the Navys Extremely Low Frequency (ELF) radar station project at Damagundam in Vikarabad district. A bench comprising Chief Justice Aparash Kumar Singh and Justice GM Mohiuddin also Get the latest updates in Hyderabad City News , Technology , Entertainment , Sports , Politics and Top Stories on WhatsApp & Telegram by subscribing to our channels. You can also download our app for Android and iOS .
Minimum temperature in Telangana likely to dip by 3-4C over next two days
According to data from Telangana Development Planning Society, between December 14 and 15, seven districts in the State recorded minimum temperatures of 10C or below with Sirpur in Kumaram Bheem Asifabad district recording the lowest minimum temperature of 7.6C.
Medico With Foreign MBBS Degree Seeks PG Quota
The petitioner questioned the validity of Rule VIII of the Telangana Medical Colleges (Admission into Post Graduate Medical Courses) Rules, 2021, as amended, which restricts admissions under the competent authority (state) quota to local candidates for 202526.
