POLITICS
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Oct- 2025 -31 October
Pakistan’s ISI hires global voices to wage propaganda war against India
Pakistan’s ISI has launched a propaganda campaign using global influencers to malign India’s image after Operation Sindoor. Intelligence agencies say the ISI funds foreigners visiting India on tourist visas to create misleading videos, especially about poverty and Kashmir, amplifying Pakistan’s narrative. New Delhi: After facing immense humiliation post Operation Sindoor, Pakistan has been trying to win a perception battle against India. The ISI has been constantly looking for influencers it can buy so that they could put out Pakistan’s point of view, while also defaming India on the other hand. There is a dedicated cell run by the ISI, which handles these operations. The job of this cell is to identify influencers and get them to make videos that suit Islamabad’s…
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30 October
Residents of several villages in Asifabad face inconvenience due to suspension of TGSRTC buses
Over a dozen villages in Dahegaon mandal are grappling with severe transport issues due to the suspension of TGRTC bus services. The collapse of bridge pillars across Peddavagu and pothole-ridden roads have forced residents to rely on costly private transport. Despite sanctioned funds, bridge repairs have been slow, and road restoration is still pending. Kumram Bheem Asifabad: Residents of over 10 villages in Dahegaon mandal are facing severe inconvenience following the suspension of TGSRTC bus services, caused by the sinking of bridge pillars across Peddavagu at Andevelli village in Kagaznagar mandal and damage to the roads due to heavy rains. Two pillars and three slabs of the high-level bridge, constructed across Peddavagu in 2001, tilted and sank following torrential rains and illegal sand mining from…
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30 October
NRI celebrates birthday with children at Sri Vyasa Avasam in Hanamkonda
Ganesh Katarapu, an NRI from Houston, celebrated his birthday with nearly 50 children at Sri Vyasa Avasam in Hanamkonda, gifting them clothes, sports gear, and treats. Coordinated by Sulakshya Seva Samithi, the event highlighted the organisation’s mission to connect donors with underprivileged communities and spread joy through meaningful gestures. Hanamkonda: In a heartwarming celebration of compassion, an NRI residing in Houston, USA, Ganesh Katarapu celebrated his birthday with the children at Sri Vyasa Avasam at Hunter Road in Hanamkonda. Nearly 50 children joined the celebrations on Saturday and all of them were presented with new clothes, a variety of sports equipment, delightful confectionaries and a generous spread of food. Sharing his experience Ganesh said it was one of the most fulfilling…
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30 October
Former Minister Eswar defends Harish Rao, challenges Minister Laxman Kumar to open debate
Former Minister Koppula Eswar defended T Harish Rao’s criticism of the Congress government, asserting its accuracy and challenging Minister Adluri Laxman Kumar to a public debate. He alleged internal rifts, pressure on bureaucrats, and commission-related infighting among Congress Ministers, citing media reports to support his claims. Siddipet: Former Minister Koppula Eswar hit out at Minister Adluri Laxman Kumar for criticising former Minister T Harish Rao during his visit to Siddipet on Saturday. Laxman, who offered prayers at Sri Venkateswara Swamy Temple, had addressed the media accusing Harish Rao of making false statements on the Congress government’s failures and cabinet differences. Reacting sharply, Eswar told reporters in Siddipet that everything Harish Rao said about the Congress government’s functioning and internal rifts was accurate. He challenged Laxman to an…
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30 October
BRS blames Congress for deaths of 110 Gurukul students in Telangana
BRS leaders RS Praveen Kumar and Padi Kaushik Reddy accused the Congress-led Telangana government of neglecting Gurukul institutions, alleging 110 student deaths due to poor oversight and insensitivity. They demanded accountability, justice, and support for affected families, while criticising political apathy Hyderabad: Bharat Rashtra Samithi (BRS) General Secretary RS Praveen Kumar and Huzurabad MLA Padi Kaushik Reddy accused the Congress-led State government of gross negligence towards educational institutions, alleging that it had led to the deaths of 110 students in Gurukuls over the past two years. Addressing a press conference at Telangana Bhavan, they said the administration was prioritising election campaigns and protecting rowdies while endangering the lives of underprivileged children. Dubbing the much-touted “Young India Schools” initiative a facade, they alleged that it was “killing…
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30 October
Parents of newborn carry oxygen cylinders: Govt hospitals in Telangana struggle with neglect
Government hospitals in Warangal and Kothagudem are facing severe neglect, with patients forced to manage critical care tasks themselves. From carrying oxygen cylinders to enduring unhygienic conditions and non-functional facilities, the situation has sparked public outrage. Despite prior warnings from district authorities, little has improved on the ground. Warangal/Kothagudem: The deteriorating condition of government hospitals is causing distress to patients, with the situation worsening steadily over the past two years. At the MGM Hospital in Warangal on Saturday, parents of a newborn were forced to carry an oxygen cylinder themselves instead of being assisted by hospital staff. Patients and their families said the absence of supervision by senior officials has led to neglect, resulting in denial of even basic medical support. The MGM Hospital,…
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30 October
Former minister Jogu Ramanna slams govt over delay in cotton, soy procurement
Former minister Jogu Ramanna criticised the Telangana government for failing to initiate procurement of cotton and soya produce despite announcing dates. He cited inefficiency and poor coordination between departments as the cause, urging immediate action to prevent further distress to farmers. Adilabad: Former minister and MLA Jogu Ramanna slammed the State government for failing to procure soy and cotton produce despite announcing procurement dates. He addressed the media in Adilabad on Saturday. Ramanna said that the government’s failure to begin procurement after declaring the dates reflected its incompetence. He added that farmers were facing serious inconvenience due to the delay in purchasing soybeans and cotton. Many had already shifted their produce to market yards, expecting timely procurement, he said. The former minister further alleged that…
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30 October
Kothagudem police invokes PD Act against a ganja smuggler
Kothagudem police invoked the Preventive Detention Act against ganja smuggler D Sivashankar Reddy, involved in multiple cases and continued smuggling after release. SP Rohith Raju highlighted youth drug addiction and the district’s ‘Chaitanyam’ awareness programme to curb the ganja menace Kothagudem: Julurpad police in the district invoked the Preventive Detention (PD) Act against a ganja smuggler involved in several cases. Acting on the directions of SP B Rohith Raju and Kothagudem DSP Shaik Abdul Rahaman, Julurpad CI D Sree Lakshmi submitted documents to higher authorities for invoking the PD Act against the accused, D Sivashankar Reddy of Tallagommuru in Burgampad mandal. Cases were registered against the accused at Burgampad, Julurpad, and Balanagar in Hyderabad for smuggling ganja. Orders were issued on October 23…
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30 October
Telangana Intermediate Public Examinations 2026 to begin on February 25
The Telangana Intermediate Public Examinations (IPE) 2026 will be held from February 25 to March 18. Practical exams will begin in the first week of February. Students can pay exam fees to their colleges starting November 1. Hyderabad: The Intermediate Public Examinations (IPE) 2026 will commence on February 25, 2026. Addressing a press conference here on Saturday, Telangana Board of Intermediate Education (TGBIE) Secretary S Krishna Aditya said the State government has in principle agreed to the timetable for intermediate exams, which will be conducted from February 25 to March 18. A detailed schedule will be released shortly. The intermediate practical exams would be conducted from the first week of February and the Board would shortly issue notification for payment of exam fee.…
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30 October
BRS alleges Rs 8,000 crore scam in HAM road tenders
Former minister and BRS MLA Vemula Prashanth Reddy alleged an Rs 8,000 crore scam in Telangana road projects under Hybrid Annuity Mode. He demanded cancellation of HAM tenders and urged a CBI probe into corruption and financial mismanagement. Hyderabad: Launching a scathing attack on the Congress government in Telangana for its corruption, former minister and BRS MLA Vemula Prashanth Reddy alleged a Rs 8000 crore scandal in road project tenders using the Hybrid Annuity Mode (HAM). Addressing a news conference at Telangana Bhavan, he said new scandals are popping up almost daily. He described the government as full of secret deals. Cabinet ministers fight over contracts, but the Chief Minister steps in to divide the profits and keep everyone quiet. Reddy pointed to…
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