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Nov- 2025 -7 November
Hyderabad: 51-year-old GHMC sweeper sexually assaulted by watchman at Erragadda foot over bridge
A 51-year-old GHMC sweeper was sexually assaulted by a drunk watchman early Saturday near Erragadda foot over bridge in Hyderabad. The woman reported the incident to police, who quickly arrested the accused. Investigation is currently in progress Hyderabad: In a shocking incident, a GHMC sweeper was sexually assaulted by a watchman at the foot over bridge at Erragadda early on Saturday. According to the police, the victim, aged 51 years, was on her way to her duty when the suspect Namburi Raju, who is a watchman at a nearby building, waylaid the woman and sexually assaulted her on the foot over bridge. The incident happened around 4 am when there was not much public movement. Raju was reportedly in an inebriated…
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7 November
Jubilee Hills bypoll win will ignite BRS party’s statewide resurgence, says KTR
BRS working president K. T. Rama Rao said a win in the Jubilee Hills bypoll would signal the party’s resurgence across Telangana, as he slammed CM Revanth Reddy for failed promises and defended Maganti Sunitha’s candidature as a symbol of resilience. Hyderabad: BRS Working President K. T. Rama Rao on Friday asserted that a victory in the upcoming by-election would mark the beginning of the party’s resurgence across Telangana. Addressing partymen as part of his campaign, he described the contest as a turning point, saying, “The Jubilee Hills win will be our launchpad. With the blessings of our women, Maganti Sunitha is set to achieve a resounding victory—and from here, BRS will rise again across the State.” He extended a warm welcome…
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7 November
GHMC fills over 19,000 potholes across Hyderabad as part of road safety drive
Under its road safety initiative, GHMC repaired 19,380 out of 20,882 potholes identified across Hyderabad till October 31. The civic body also completed 913 catch pit repairs, 461 cover replacements, and 14 central median repairs across six zones in the city Hyderabad: As part of road safety measures, pothole-filling, catch pit repairs, road maintenance, patchwork, cover replacements, and central median repairs, a total of 20,882 potholes were identified in the city, of which, 19,380 were repaired till October 31. So far, 913 catch pit repairs, 461 cover replacements, and 14 central median repairs have been completed. In an official statement on Friday, GHMC authorities released a data on pothole repairs across six GHMC zones in the city. “In LB Nagar zone,…
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7 November
Hyderabad: Golden chariot of Lord Subrahmanya Swamy inaugurated at Skandagiri temple
A grand spiritual event unfolded at the Sri Skandagiri Subrahmanya Swamy Temple in Padmarao Nagar, Hyderabad, where Kanchi Kamakoti Peetadhipathi Sri Sri Vijayendra Saraswathi Swami inaugurated the golden chariot of Lord Subrahmanya Swamy. Hyderabad: On Friday, amid thousands of devotees, Kanchi Kamakoti Peetadhipathi Sri Sri Vijayendra Saraswathi Swami inaugurated the golden chariot of Lord Subrahmanya Swamy at the Sri Skandagiri Subrahmanya Swamy Temple in Padmarao Nagar. The chariot, created with donations from devotees, was the focus of rituals performed by Vedic scholars in accordance with scriptural traditions. Following the ceremonies, the golden chariot was taken around the Subrahmanya Swamy shrine in the main temple, attracting a large assembly of worshippers. Skandagiri Temple Trust Chairman L.V. Subrahmanyam, trustee Krishnan Rajamani and former…
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7 November
Congress leaders Shabbir Ali, Adi Srinivas face poll code heat for campaigning at religious site
Congress leaders Mohammed Ali Shabbir and Adi Srinivas are under scrutiny for allegedly violating the Model Code of Conduct by campaigning at a mosque in Erragadda, Jubilee Hills. The incident mirrors a previous case against BRS leaders for similar actions. During the outreach, Shabbir Ali reiterated the party’s commitment to increasing Muslim reservations from 4 to 10 percent. Hyderabad: In what could be a clear case of poll code violation, Advisor to the Government Mohammed Ali Shabbir and Government Whip Adi Srinivas were seen carrying out an election campaign at a religious place in Erragadda division in Jubilee Hills constituency here on Friday. It may be recalled that last month a case was registered against BRS candidate Maganti Sunitha and her daughter Maganti Akshara for campaigning at places of…
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6 November
Watch: Owaisi faces flak for supporting Congress in Telangana, slamming it in Bihar
AIMIM president Asaduddin Owaisi has drawn criticism for allegedly contradicting himself by attacking the Congress in Bihar while supporting the party’s candidate in Telangana’s Jubilee Hills bypoll. Netizens and political observers have accused him of engaging in opportunistic politics Hyderabad: AIMIM president Asaduddin Owaisi is facing sharp criticism for what many describe as political hypocrisy. He was seen attacking the Congress party in Bihar, where Assembly elections are underway, while campaigning for the same party’s candidate in the Jubilee Hills bypoll in Telangana. In videos circulating on social media, Owaisi is heard accusing the Congress of being a troublemaker in Bihar and labelling it as the RSS’s puppet in Telangana. In another video, he was seen extending support and campaigning for the same party in the Jubilee…
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6 November
Hyderabad: Man critically injured after jumping from Paradise Metro Station
An unidentified man was critically injured after allegedly jumping from Secunderabad’s Paradise Metro Station on Friday. Police said the man, who sustained severe injuries, was shifted to Gandhi Hospital. An investigation is underway to identify him and ascertain the cause. Hyderabad: Panic gripped at Secunderabad’s Paradise metro station after an unidentified man jumped from the station allegedly in a suicide attempt on Friday. The man sustained serious injuries and was shifted to Gandhi Hospital for treatment. His condition is reported to be critical. The North Zone Police have launched an investigation. Efforts are on to establish his identity and the reasons behind the incident.
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6 November
Hyderabad Police crack down on wrong-side driving menace
Hyderabad Traffic Police intensified action against wrong-side driving after booking over 10,000 motorists in a week. Officials said the offence is a major cause of accidents and congestion. Special drives, surveillance, and awareness campaigns are being conducted to curb violations Hyderabad: A worrying rise in motorists driving on the wrong side of the road has prompted intensive enforcement by the Hyderabad Traffic Police, who say the dangerous practice is a major cause of congestion and life-threatening accidents across the city. Special drives in recent weeks have led to tens of thousands of challans as authorities try to curb the behaviour. As per traffic police data, in the first week of October alone, the Hyderabad Traffic Police booked 10,652 motorists for wrong-side driving…
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6 November
Hyderabad: Tolichowki murder cracked in 24 hours; friend held over mobile phone dispute
The Tolichowki Police arrested an electrician who allegedly killed his friend, a 25-year-old autorickshaw driver, after a quarrel over a mobile phone. The accused was caught within a day from a lodge in Hakeempet, and the stolen phone was recovered. Hyderabad: The Tolichowki Police cracked a murder case within 24 hours by arresting the suspect who allegedly strangulated a 25-year-old auto driver to death over a mobile phone dispute. The victim, identified as Mohd Muzzamil alias Ayub, was found dead in his auto near SS Function Hall in Tolichowki on Thursday. Police investigations revealed that he had consumed alcohol with friends, including Mohammed Ishaque alias Khalid, an electrician from Shaheen Nagar, the previous night. Following a quarrel over Muzzamil’s mobile phone,…
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6 November
Mohd Azharuddin sworn in as Minister in Telangana Cabinet
Former Indian cricket captain Mohd Azharuddin was sworn in as a Minister in the Telangana Cabinet on Friday by Governor Jishnu Dev Varma at Raj Bhavan. His portfolio is yet to be announced, though he is likely to handle Sports or Minorities Welfare. Hyderabad: Former Indian cricket captain Mohd Azharuddin has been inducted into the State cabinet after Governor Jishnu Dev Varma administered the oath at Raj Bhavan here on Friday. Chief Minister A Revanth Reddy and his cabinet colleagues were present on the occasion. Mohd Azharuddin’s portfolio has not been announced so far and there are reports that he might be offered Home Ministry or Minorities Welfare and Sports Ministry. The Chief Minister and his cabinet colleagues extended wishes to the former…
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