The closures are part of a wider plan to ensure that polling and vote counting activities proceed without disruption. Schools and offices functioning as polling or counting centres are designated as official venues for electoral processes. This ensures that both students and staff can participate in or stay clear of the election procedures without interference.

Telangana Bye-Election Details

The Jubilee Hills Assembly constituency in Hyderabad district has been the focus of the bye-elections, which will see a total of 58 candidates contesting. The main competition is expected between Congress, BJP, and BRS. BJP has fielded L. Deepak Reddy, BRS has nominated Sunita Gopinath, widow of the late MLA Gopinath, and Congress candidate Naveen Yadav is supported by AIMIM.

Polling will take place on November 11 from 7 AM to 6 PM, and vote counting is scheduled for November 14. Authorities have declared November 10, 11, and 14 as paid holidays for schools and offices functioning as polling and counting centres to enable smooth conduct of elections.

Bihar School Holidays for Bye-Elections

In Bihar, the Election Commission has mandated paid holidays for all schools and eligible workers on the day of polling and vote counting. This is in accordance with Section 135B of the Representation of the People Act, 1951, which ensures that voters employed in any business, trade, or establishment are granted leave to exercise their right to vote.

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This directive also applies to bye-elections across eight assembly constituencies in seven states and Union Territories that are scheduled on the same dates.

Security Measures and Voting Arrangements

To ensure a safe and fair voting process in Jubilee Hills, 1,761 police personnel and eight companies of CISF have been deployed. In addition, live webcasting will be arranged at all polling stations, supplemented by drone surveillance. These measures aim to maintain transparency and security while avoiding any disruptions during polling and counting.

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Conclusion: Stay Informed

Students, parents, and school staff in Telangana and Bihar are advised to plan accordingly as schools remain closed during the bye-election period. Observing holidays on polling and counting days is a crucial step to support democratic processes while allowing citizens to exercise their voting rights without hindrance.

 

According to early reports, Andesri fell sick after his health deteriorated at about midnight on Sunday. Immediately after, he collapsed at his residence in Lalaguda, and was immediately shifted to Gandhi Hospital by his family. He is survived by three daughters and a son.

Chief Minister A Revanth Reddy has expressed deep grief over his demise. Reddy said that it is an irreparable loss to the literary and cultural world of Telangana.

The Chief Minister has announced that the poet will be accorded a state funeral.

The original name of Andesri was Ande Ellayya. He was born on 18 July 1961 in Rebarthi village of Maddur mandal in the present Jangaon district.

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According to an Airport Official, &#8220;On 01.11.2025 at about 0535 hrs, a message was received from APOC that an email was received at RGIA Customer Support RGIA.Customersupport@gmrgroup.in from email ID Papaita Rajan <papita rajan@outlook.com> at 05.25 hrs with Subject: Prevent landing of IndiGO 68 to Hyderabad.&#8221;

Bomb Threat Email

The bomb threat email read, &#8220;Onboard LTTE-ISI operatives have planned a major 1984 Madras Airport Modus Operandi style blast on impact at the RGIA Port Fuselages and Fuel tanks fixed with microbots. The IEDs will contain potent nerve gas. Frankfurt operation a test to study remedies. Please read steganographic document below for IED location details, read between lines.&#8221;

BTAC Meeting

After the threat, the Bomb Threat Assessment Committee (BTAC) convened a meeting and decided the following that:

&#8220;1. The flight shall be diverted to the nearest airport.
2. The Captain of the flight shall be informed through ATC.
3. The Captain shall confirm the airport of landing.
4. A police complaint shall be lodged by GMR Security.&#8221;

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Earlier Threat

In last June an Air India flight had to make an emergency landing in Thailand after bomb threat in Phuket. Here are the details:

An Air India flight from Phuket, a Thailand resort island, to Delhi requested an emergency landing on Friday due to a bomb threat, Phuket airport authority said, reports Dynamite News correspondent.

Accused Identity Not Known

On Friday, Air India flight AI379 was going from Phuket to Delhi when it received a bomb threat. After this, the plane had to make an emergency landing in Phuket. The identity of the person who made the threat is yet to be ascertained. This incident happened a day after the Ahmedabad air crash.

The 156 passengers on this flight were evacuated safely. The plane landed back at Phuket airport after circling over the Andaman Sea. No information has been received yet about the person who made the threat.

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Emergency Landing

An official said that flight AI 379 has landed and is working further with the airport emergency service. Officials said that Air India flight going from the Thai island of Phuket to Delhi had received a bomb threat on Friday. As soon as the information was received, an emergency landing was made.

Governor Jishnu Dev Varma administered the oath of office and secrecy to Azharuddin at a simple ceremony at Raj Bhavan. Chief Minister A Revanth Reddy heartily congratulated Azharuddin on being sworn in as Minister in the State Cabinet.

At the swearing-in ceremony, several Ministers, officials, and a large number of leaders were there in attendance. This is the second expansion of the State Cabinet since Revanth Reddy took charge as Chief Minister two years ago.

Honoured and humbled to be sworn in today as a Cabinet Minister in the Telangana Government by Shri Jishnu Dev Verma Garu, Hon’ble Governor of Telangana.

My heartfelt gratitude to Shri Mallikarjun Kharge Ji, Smt Sonia Gandhi Ji, Shri Rahul Gandhi Ji, Smt Priyanka Gandhi Ji, and… pic.twitter.com/xXPNnlLbbG

&mdash; Mohammed Azharuddin (@azharflicks) October 31, 2025

Strategic Move By Congress

The appointment of former Indian cricketer Mohammad Azharuddin as a cabinet minister by the Congress government in Telangana is being considered a strategic move. This decision comes as the party is preparing for the Jubilee Hills Assembly by-election, which has over 100,000 Muslim voters, which could influence the outcome.

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Looking At The Jubilee Hills By-Election

The Jubilee Hills seat fell vacant in June this year following the death of BRS MLA Manganti Gopinath. A by-election is now scheduled for this seat. Political analysts believe that appointing Azharuddin as a minister is part of the Congress&#8217;s strategy to strengthen its support base among the Muslim community.

Nominated for MLC

Last August, the Telangana government sent a proposal to nominate Azharuddin to the Legislative Council (MLC) from the Governor&#8217;s quota. However, Governor Jishnu Dev Varma has not yet approved the proposal. Azharuddin contested the 2023 assembly elections from the Jubilee Hills constituency on a Congress ticket but lost.

BJP Accuses Congress of violating the code of conduct

The opposition has strongly objected to Azharuddin&#8217;s ministerial appointment. The BJP has written to the Election Commission, calling it a &#8220;violation of the code of conduct&#8221; and alleging that Congress is trying to influence voters ahead of the by-elections through this move. BJP leaders said, &#8220;Azharuddin was seeking a ticket from the same assembly constituency, and now by making him a minister, Congress has tried to influence the election atmosphere.&#8221;

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Congress Counterattacks

Congress, responding to the BJP&#8217;s allegations, said that no rules were violated in this appointment. The party said, &#8220;In Rajasthan too, the BJP made its candidate a minister before the elections, and he lost. Azharuddin&#8217;s appointment is part of fulfilling Congress&#8217;s promise of social justice.&#8221;

Become A Member Within 6 Months

Constitutional rules require any non-MLA to become a member of the Legislative Council or Legislative Assembly within six months of becoming a minister. Azharuddin is currently neither an MLA nor a member of the Legislative Council. If he fails to become an MLC within six months, he will have to resign as a minister.

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The oath-taking ceremony took place at Raj Bhavan, where Governor Jishnu Dev Verma administered the oath of office and secrecy in the presence of Chief Minister A Revanth Reddy and senior Congress leaders.

With Azharuddin’s inclusion, the Telangana cabinet now has 16 ministers, leaving two more slots vacant as per the constitutional limit of 18. His induction is being viewed as a calculated political step by the Congress, especially with the Jubilee Hills bypoll approaching- a seat where the party faces a strong contest.

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A Strategic Political Move by Congress

Azharuddin’s appointment comes at a crucial time for the Telangana Congress, which is keen to consolidate its support base ahead of the by-election in Jubilee Hills. The constituency holds significant political weight, boasting over one lakh Muslim voters, who could decisively influence the outcome.

The bypoll was necessitated following the death of BRS MLA Maganti Gopinath in June this year due to a cardiac arrest. Political analysts suggest that bringing Azharuddin into the cabinet could strengthen Congress’s outreach among minority voters and urban constituencies in Hyderabad.

Azharuddin Denies Bypoll Connection

Addressing reporters after taking the oath, Azharuddin dismissed claims that his ministerial appointment was politically timed. “I am happy and grateful to my party leadership, the public, and my supporters. This has nothing to do with the Jubilee by-election. These are two separate matters and should not be linked,” he said.

The former cricketer, who captained India in three World Cups and later transitioned into politics, added that he would work “honestly for the upliftment of the oppressed sections.” Responding to BJP criticism, he asserted, “G. Kishan Reddy can say whatever he wants. I do not need a certificate of patriotism from anyone.”

BJP Slams Congress for ‘Minority Appeasement’

The Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP), however, strongly condemned the move, alleging that Azharuddin’s induction was part of the Congress’s “appeasement politics.” The party accused the government of prioritising “vote-bank politics over governance,” claiming the timing of the cabinet expansion was deliberately aligned with the bypoll campaign.

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BJP leaders described the appointment as a “reward for electoral expedience”, arguing that it was designed to woo Muslim voters in Jubilee Hills rather than being a merit-based decision.

Political Significance Ahead

Despite the criticism, Congress circles view Azharuddin’s entry as a morale booster for the party’s cadre and a symbolic gesture to strengthen its urban and minority outreach. The former cricket icon, who has represented Hyderabad in Parliament in the past, brings both popularity and experience to the Revanth Reddy cabinet.

As Telangana gears up for a politically charged by-election, all eyes will now be on how Azharuddin’s presence influences the Congress’s campaign and the larger political landscape in the state.

Adulteration and hygiene lapses exposed

The most alarming discovery was the persistent use of synthetic food colours in preparations of milk‑based sweets. On top of that, inspectors found adulterated ghee and reused cooking oil being used in sweet preparation, as well as sweets covered with non‑food‑grade silver foil — a combination of violations that undermine both the safety and integrity of festive foods. Many premises also revealed serious hygiene deficits: poor sanitation, pest infestations, lack of proper worker protective gear, inadequate drainage and storage, and absence of valid licensing.

Seizures and sample testing ramped up

During the drive, over 60 kg of sweets and more than 40 kg of bread and other adulterated food items were seized and destroyed on the spot. The teams collected 77 enforcement samples and 157 surveillance samples, all of which have been dispatched to the Food Testing Laboratory (FTL) for detailed analysis. In addition, spot‑testing was carried out via “Food Safety on Wheels” units wherever available, giving immediate feedback on product quality.

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Regulatory campaign and consumer advisory

The initiative is part of the state’s #FoodSafetyTelangana campaign, aligned with the national Food Safety and Standards Authority of India (FSSAI) “#EatRightIndia” programme. Authorities have issued a consumer advisory urging buyers to remain vigilant during the festive season:

• Only purchase sweets and milk‑based products from licensed outlets clearly displaying the FSSAI registration number.
• Avoid sweets with unnaturally bright or overly intense colours, or those wrapped in non‑food‑grade silver foil.
• Always check the “Date of Manufacture” and “Best Before” or expiry date on packaging.
• If the product appears stale, smells unusual, or is packed in unhygienic conditions, do not purchase it.

What this means for consumers

With the demand for festive sweets soaring ahead of Diwali, these findings raise serious concerns about quality control across the supply chain. The use of synthetic colours and adulterated oils not only violates food‑safety norms but also poses health risks especially for children or those with sensitivities. The visible hygiene withdrawals underline the importance of selecting trusted vendors and inspecting packaging.

Health Ministry Directs States

The deaths of children in Madhya Pradesh and Rajasthan due to the consumption of cough syrups have shocked the entire nation. Following this, the Central Government took a tough stand and held an important meeting with the Health Secretaries and Principal Secretaries of all states and union territories. The meeting, chaired by Union Health Secretary Punya Salila Srivastava, discussed the quality, safety, and correct use of the syrups.

Instructions to Crack Down on Pharmaceutical Companies

The meeting directed all pharmaceutical manufacturers to strictly adhere to the revised Schedule M. It also threatened to revoke the licenses of factories violating the rules. The Center has also urged states to ensure limited and cautious use of cough syrups, especially among children, as most minor coughs resolve without medication.

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Orders for Action on Coldrif Syrup

The situation regarding the cough syrup &#8216;Coldrif&#8217; has become more serious. The Central Drugs Standard Control Organization (CDSCO) has directed strict action against Sareshan Pharmaceuticals, the company that manufactures this drug. A letter has been written to the Tamil Nadu FDA, asking it to take action against the company under serious offenses. This decision was taken after several children died in Madhya Pradesh and Rajasthan due to this syrup.

Investigation of 19 Suspected Drugs Underway

The CDSCO has launched an investigation campaign across the country to identify suspicious drugs in Himachal Pradesh, Uttarakhand, Gujarat, Tamil Nadu, Madhya Pradesh, and Maharashtra. So far, samples of 19 drugs have been collected, including syrups, antibiotics, and fever and vomiting medications.

Strictness On Use Of Syrups In Young Children

The central government has issued clear instructions that cough syrups should not be given to children under two years of age. For children under five, syrups should be used only on the advice of a doctor and in very limited quantities.

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Dangerous Chemical Confirmed

According to a Telangana government report, a batch of &#8216;Coldrif&#8217; syrup has been found to contain a toxic chemical called diethylene glycol (DEG), which causes kidney damage and can be fatal. Consequently, a warning has been issued to immediately discontinue the use of this drug.

The government is now determined to tolerate no negligence in this matter and is working to hold the pharmaceutical industry accountable through strict monitoring and strict action.

As many as 360 bottles were seized during a check by a team including the Shamshabad Excise Superintendent, along with DTF CI Pawan Kumar, SHO Chevella, and other personnel. Besides liquor bottles other related stock was also confiscated.

Taking to the media an excise officer said that the seized bottles were reportedly imported from Goa, Haryana, and UP. He said that the value of seized liquor is estimated at Rs 14.50 lakh.

Official Statement

&#8220;The Excise Enforcement team, led by Shamshabad Excise Superintendent, conducted raids in the Shamshabad area this Sunday morning. The team, including DTF CI Pawan Kumar, SHO Chevella and other personnel, seized 360 bottles of foreign liquor and other items. The liquor bottles were confiscated by the excise staff,&#8221; the official said.

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In one incident two youths, who have been identified as Arjun and Rama, were washed away after they fell into the overflowing Afzalsagar nala in the morning. In another incident, a man went missing after falling into a nala in Musheerabad.

Three Disaster Response Force (DRF) teams have been deployed to locate the missing persons. Habeeb Nagar police station officials said that after heavy rain two persons Arjun and Rama swept away.

They said &#8220;Around 9 pm, after heavy rain, two people, Arjun (26) and Rama (25), were swept away in the rainwater. They have not been found yet. Three DRF teams are on the ground, but water flow in the area remains heavy.&#8221;

Hyderabad Traffic Police deployed across the city to manage congestion, assist commuters.

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Immersion of Khairatabad

The immersion process of Khairatabad&#8217;s 69-feet tall Lord Ganesha idol in Hyderabad also began on Sunday. Earlier, Telangana BJP state president Ramachandra Rao offered prayers in front of the giant Ganesh idol on the occasion of Vinayaka Navdurga.

Ramachandra Rao performs Grand Ganesh Puja

BJP leader Ramachandra Rao said, &#8220;I went to visit Khairatabad Ganesh idol today. I was thrilled to see the tallest Ganesh idol. Its height remains the same every year and the puja is performed with full devotion,&#8221;

Chief Minister Revanth Reddy

Telangana Chief Minister A. Revanth Reddy said that the state government has provided all the facilities to celebrate Ganesh Utsav with grandeur and gaiety, which also includes free electricity supply. He said that Telangana is the only state in the country where Ganesh pandals get free electricity.

Symbol Of Religious Harmony

Revanth Reddy said that Hyderabad is a symbol of religious harmony, where all religions are respected. He also informed that adequate arrangements have been made for Ganesh Visarjan at Tank Dam.

CM Expressed Happiness

In a post on X (formerly Twitter), the Chief Minister wrote, &#8220;Visited the nationally famous Khairatabad Maha Ganpati and offered special prayers. Congratulations to the organisers on the successful celebration of 71 years. It is praiseworthy that Khairatabad Ganpati is considered the biggest example of Ganesh Utsav in the entire country.&#8221;

హైదరాబాద్ మహానగరాన…
గల్లీ గల్లీలో…
తెలంగాణ రాష్ట్రాన…
పల్లె పల్లెలో…
11 రోజులుగా కోట్లాది మంది
భక్త జనుల పూజలు అందుకుని…
ప్రజలకు ఆశీస్సులు అందించి…
తిరిగి ప్రకృతి ఒడిలో చేరుతున్న
గణేషుడికి ఘనంగా…
వీడ్కోలు పలుకుదాం.

భక్తి శ్రద్ధలతో…
తగు జాగ్రత్తలతో…
ప్రజలు గణేష్… pic.twitter.com/tjAXzIvrBL

— Revanth Reddy (@revanth_anumula) September 6, 2025

Commencement And Significance Of Ganeshotsav

The 10-day long Ganeshotsav began on August 27 with Ganesh Chaturthi, also known as Vinayaka Chaturthi or Vinayaka Chavithi. The festival celebrates the worship of Lord Ganesha, who is considered the god of new beginnings and the remover of obstacles. The festival culminates on Ananta Chaturdashi and is celebrated with decorations of houses and pandals, prayers, music and colourful processions.

100 grams of MDMA, 10 mobile phones, and a weighing machine have been recovered from the accused, whose total value is said to be around 15 lakh rupees.

How ​​was this network running?

The main accused, M. Ramakant, alias Kiran (44), and Mudawat Prasad (30), had set up their network on a gay dating app using code names like &#8216;Rocket&#8217; and &#8216;Pigeon.&#8217; According to the police, due to Ramakant&#8217;s same-sex sexual interests, he started contacting customers through this app and then started supplying them drugs like MDMA.

Purchase and sale of drugs

The accused used to buy MDMA (Ecstasy) drugs from a Nigerian drug supplier based in Bengaluru. Initially, he used to buy this drug for ₹10,000 per gram and sell it in Hyderabad for ₹15,000 per gram. Later, he started buying it for ₹4,000 per gram and selling it for ₹7,000 to ₹8,000 per gram. This gave them huge profits.

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Who were the customers?

The seven customers arrested include a general surgeon, an IT recruiter, and a sex worker. All the customers came in contact through dating apps. Of these, one person was found HIV positive, which has further increased health concerns.

Arrests have been made earlier too

This is not the first time these accused have been caught in a drugs case. In July 2024, also, both of them were arrested and sent to jail on charges of drug smuggling. After getting released on bail, they started their network again.

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Using technology to peddle drugs

Police said that the accused used to connect with customers through encrypted messaging apps and dating apps so that they would not get caught. They had made only selected people their customers by hiding their identity.

This case is not limited to drug trafficking, but it also involves many serious issues like misuse of dating apps, health risks, and criminal recidivism. The police have handed over all the accused to the Chilkalguda police station, and further investigation is underway.

No Change On Smartphones

The industry had high expectations regarding mobile phones in the meeting, but the GST Council did not reduce the tax rate on smartphones. At present, mobile phones will remain in the 18% GST slab. Experts say that smartphones already fall in the 18% category and it was not possible to bring it down to 5%. Therefore, consumers will not get any benefit this time.

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On Which Products Was Tax Reduced?

Air Conditioner (AC): Earlier 28% GST was levied, which has been reduced to 18%.

LED/LCD TV: TVs larger than 32 inches will now come under 18% GST slab instead of 28%. (Smaller TVs were already taxed at 18%.)

Computer monitors and projectors: These will now attract 18% GST instead of 28%.

Dish washing machine: Tax rate on kitchen appliances has also been reduced to 18%.

Lithium ion battery: Batteries falling under 8507 category will now be in 18% tax slab instead of 28%.

How Much Will Be The Benefit?

With the reduction in tax, the prices of many products will now come down. According to reports, the price of air conditioners can come down by Rs 1,500 to Rs 2,500 depending on the model and brand. Appliances like TVs, monitors and dishwashers will also now be cheaper than before. Industry experts believe that this decision will increase the demand in the electronic market and more customers will be inspired to buy these products.

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Mixed Response From Customers

While this is a relief for those buying large household appliances, smartphone users are disappointed. People believe that the prices of mobile phones should also have been affected as it is a necessity for every household. But the council believes that the tax on smartphones is already at a rational rate.

Overall, this decision of the GST Council has made products like AC, TV and fridge pocket-friendly. Now it remains to be seen how much this tax cut boosts the electronic market and to what extent customers are able to benefit.

The deceased include a couple, their daughter, son-in-law and granddaughter. The couple&#8217;s body was found in separate rooms, and others were found dead on the bed. They were identified as Lakshmaiah (60), Venkatamma (55), Anil (32), Kavitha (24) and Appu (2). They belonged to Gulbarga district of Karnataka and had been living in Hyderabad for the last six years.

Miyapur Police Offcial Statement

A Miyapur Police offcial said, &#8220;We received information that five members from the same family were found dead at their residence in Maktha, Mahaboobpet area. The deceased include a man, his wife, their daughter, son-in-law, and granddaughter. We have registered a case and are currently investigating the matter.&#8221;

A Case Of Suicide Or Something Else?

In the preliminary investigation, the police suspect that this may be a case of suicide. Police said that the bodies have been sent for postmortem to find out the real cause of death. A team of Cyberabad police reached the spot and collected necessary evidence.

Some relatives who came to the house said that they are unable to understand the cause of death. Lakshmaiah was a construction worker and lived with his wife. His daughter and son-in-law live elsewhere in Aziz Nagar. According to relatives and friends, Kavitha had come to her maternal home a week ago with her husband and was looking for a new house. Anil had called a friend on Wednesday evening and told him that he had found a new house and was going to shift there on Thursday.

Police said that Anil also worked as a construction laborer. He had gone to Hyderabad to support the family and repay some debts. Police suspect that he may have taken this step due to financial problems. A police officer said that the real cause of death will be clear only after the postmortem report comes. The investigating officer is currently recording the statements of relatives and friends.

Police Action

The police have arrested ten people including the owner of the fertility centre Dr Athaluri Namratha alias Pachipala Namratha. They are arrested on allegations of conducting a large-scale illegal surrogacy and fertility scam.

The police has also seized a number of medical equipments and medicines, mobile phones and digital devices and some records and documents.

𝗜𝗹𝗹𝗲𝗴𝗮𝗹 𝗦𝘂𝗿𝗿𝗼𝗴𝗮𝗰𝘆 & 𝗕𝗮𝗯𝘆 𝗦𝗲𝗹𝗹𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝗥𝗮𝗰𝗸𝗲𝘁 𝗕𝘂𝘀𝘁𝗲𝗱 𝗯𝘆 𝘁𝗵𝗲 𝗡𝗼𝗿𝘁𝗵 𝗭𝗼𝗻𝗲 𝗣𝗼𝗹𝗶𝗰𝗲.

Gopalapuram Police, with support from the Medical & Health Dept., busted a major illegal surrogacy and baby-selling racket operated by Dr. Athaluri… pic.twitter.com/TFSW3BEK80

— Hyderabad City Police (@hydcitypolice) July 27, 2025

Modus Operandi Of The Gang

The modus operandi of the gang was simple and practical. They used to locate women from weaker sections and get them to do surrogacy. After the birth the child was sold to needy couples.

The racket came into light when a couple, whom the surrogacy child was sold, found that the DNA of the newborn through surrogacy did not match theirs at all.

This couple has reportedly paid Rs 35 lakhs to have a child through surrogacy and after making several payments to the clinic in due course of nine months, the couple discovered this bitter truth.

Ultimately the couple filed a complaint against the clinic. As as result the police raided this illegal surrogacy and fertility centre and took action.

Police Version

Police officials say that the accident occurred after midnight. One of the lorries was carrying granite from Vijayawada to Gujarat and the other carrying fish from Warangal. Both of them collided with each other so drastically that the two burst into flames.

Drivers of both the lorries and a cleaner were charred to death on the spot. Another person suffered from critical injuries. He was rushed to the hospital.

Police On The Spot

As soon as the news of collision spread the firefighters arrived on the spot and extinguished the fire. The police and the rescue teams reached the spot to conduct rescue and relief operations.

Further investigation is underway and the details are awaited.

Another Accident In Visakhapatnam

In the last week of June in a ghastly road accident in Visakhapatnam, three persons were killed and 14 persons injured, five of them seriously, when a lorry ploughed through some cars, two-wheelers and pedestrians when they were waiting at a traffic signal light at Parawada, near here, on Tuesday.

Police said that when the two-wheelers, cars and other vehicles were waiting at the Lankelapalem crossroads traffic signal, a speeding lorry, going to Anakapalli from Gajuwada, ploughed through them, killing three persons and injuring 14 persons.

The deceased were identified as Pacchikura Gandhi (52), Konathala Atchanaidu (55) and Yarrappadu (55). Seven of the injured were admitted to the GGH in Aganampudi, and seven were admitted to the GGH in Anakapalli.

The condition of five of the injured is said to be critical. The lorry driver is absconding.

Injured Undergoing Treatment

Of the 16 injured, seven are being treated at the Anakapalle Government Hospital, while nine others are receiving care at Aganampudi Hospital. The residents and passersby rushed to the scene to help, and emergency services soon arrived.

Police have launched an investigation to determine the exact cause of the accident, including whether brake failure or driver negligence was involved. Authorities are also examining CCTV footage from nearby locations.

The event was jointly organised by the Department of AYUSH and the Telangana Medical and Health Department.

The programme commenced with a yoga photo exhibition from 0620 to 0630 hours, followed by a virtual address by Prime Minister Narendra Modi broadcast on LED screens from 0630 to 0700 hours. A 45-minute mass yoga session was then held from 0700 to 0745 hours.

Officials And Students Participated

Telangana Governor Jishnu Dev Varma, Health Minister Damodar Rajanarsimha, Sports Minister Vakiti Srihari, Sports Authority Chairman Shivsena Reddy, Chief Secretary Ramakrishna Rao, along with several officials and students, participated in the celebrations. In total, more than 5,000 individuals performed yoga during the event.

Health Minister Damodar Rajanarsimha Statement

Speaking on the occasion, Health Minister Damodar Rajanarsimha said that yoga is a profound gift India has offered to the world. He emphasised remembering Maharishi Patanjali, the revered guru who systematised the ancient practice, and highlighted the significance of Ashtanga Yoga, which he described as the foundation of modern yoga.

On the occasion of International Yoga Day, Hon’ble Health Minister Shri Damodar Rajanarsimha garu urges everyone to embrace Yoga for a healthier body, peaceful mind, and holistic well-being.

Let us make Yoga a part of our daily lives for a healthier Telangana. 🧘‍♂️🧘‍♀️… pic.twitter.com/YT0AOjjIJN

— Office of Minister for Health, Telangana (@TelanganaHealth) June 21, 2025

Holistic Practice

&#8220;Yoga is not just a physical exercise—it is a holistic practice that unites the body, mind, and soul,&#8221; the minister said. &#8220;In today’s fast-paced world, lifestyle-related ailments like blood pressure, diabetes, cancer, and kidney issues are increasing. Yoga offers the best solution for these problems.&#8221;

He urged everyone to incorporate yoga into their daily lives, stating that all it requires is determination and a good teacher. &#8220;Regular yoga practice enhances mental clarity, physical strength, and concentration.&#8221;

Minister Rajanarsimha

Minister Rajanarsimha also outlined the government’s efforts under Chief Minister A Revanth Reddy’s leadership to promote yoga across the state. These include the appointment of 630 yoga instructors, with another 264 appointments in progress, and the daily conduct of yoga sessions in health sub-centres.

&#8220;In the past year alone, we have introduced yoga to 5 lakh new individuals. We are also encouraging yoga education in schools and colleges and are launching postgraduate courses in Naturopathy and Yogic Sciences. More initiatives will soon be rolled out to bring yoga closer to the people,&#8221; he added.

Cordon And Search Operation

A cordon and search operation is being conducted in Venkatapuram and Vajedu mandals of Naxalite-affected Mulugu district and also in district of Bhadradri-Kothagudem in Telangana.

The police have issued a warning to people not to cooperate with the Maoists.

Security forces are conducting a massive combing operation following intelligence inputs that Maoists may carry out attacks.

CPI Called Bharat Bandh

CPI (Maoist) Party Central Committee spokesperson Abhay called for ‘Bharat Bandh’ condemning the killing of the party&#8217;s central committee general secretary Nambala Keshav Rao alias Basavaraju in an encounter in Chhattisgarh on May 21.

Dark Day

The Maoist party has declared May 21 as a &#8220;dark day&#8221; in the history of the Indian revolutionary movement. The party decided to conduct memorial meetings in honour of the slain Maoists from June 11 to August 3 across the country to condemn the encounter and protest against ‘Operation Kagar’.

Five Left parties earlier in a joint appeal to Prime Minister Narendra Modi, urged him to put an immediate halt to the ‘extra-judicial’ killings in the region around Chhattisgarh under Operation Kagar.

They also urged the Centre to respond to the Maoist declaration of unilateral ceasefire and initiate a dialogue to resolve all issues.

ASP Killed

Yesterday on 8 June, an additional superintendent of police Akash Rao Girpunje was killed in a Naxalite-led IED blast in Chhattisgarh’s Sukma district, Bastar Inspector General P. Sundarraj said.

Bastar IGP Statement

Giripanje was posted at the Konta division in Sukma district, Sundarraj said, adding the IED blast took place near Dondra on the Konta-Errabora road.

Several Officials Injured

Several officials and personnel were also injured in the Improvised Explosive Device (IED) blast, Sundarraj said.

Police said ASP Akash Rao was part of a foot patrol. Police said that the officers were returning after establishing a new camp on the Konta-Gollapally road.

Villager Murdered

Two days ago on 8 June, a villager has been brutally murdered allegedly by Naxalites in Sukma district of Chhattisgarh.

A group of 10-15 Naxalites allegedly carried out the killing, using sharp-edged weapons to attack the victim in Poovarti village under Jagaragunda police station area on Saturday.

A suspicion that the victim was a police informer allegedly led to his murder. The incident has created an atmosphere of fear and terror in the area.

At the same time students can download their provisional marksheets also online.

This year Telangana Board Exams Class 10 and 12 were held between April 20 and April 26 in two shifts: morning (9 am to 12 pm) and afternoon (2:30 pm to 5:30 pm). The practical exam took place between April 26 and May 3.

According to a TOSS official students can check their marks online in the Results Section. To get their provisional marksheet, students must enter their TOSS Inter or SSC roll number at the result link on the official website telanganaopenschool.org.

How To Check The Result

The online result site shows subject-wise marks in detail, total scores, and whether the student has qualified. This with help you understand your performance in each subject clearly.

Students should follow the steps given below to check their results and download their tentative marksheet.

1. Go to the TOSS official website telanganaopenschool.org

2. On the homepage, click on the Results Section

3. For 10 class result, students should click the link &#8220;Results of SSC (TOSS) Public Examinations, April / May &#8211; 2025&#8221;.

4. For 12 class result, students should click the link &#8220;Results of Inter (TOSS) Public Examinations, April / May &#8211; 2025&#8221;.

5. Enter your roll number in the designated field and submit your login credentials.

6. On this site the tentative marksheet, SSC results, and TOSS Intermediate will be shown.

7. There verify the grades you received in each topic and save it for later use.

The results of the October 2025 session SSC and Inter exams will be made public by TOSS shortly. Therefore the students are advised to often check on the official website to know about the future tests and schedules, notifications, and other important announcements.

It&#8217;s very important especially for the students who are at present planning their future academic or professional choices. For such students TOSS is always ready to help them with effective support and easy online access to results.

In an update on its website, ISRO said there were five launches from the spaceport of Sriharikota that proved successful that included precise injection of eight Indian spacecrafts, one foreign satellite and six rocket bodies, including POEM 3 and 4.

They included PSLV-C58/XPoSat, PSLV-C59/PROBA-3, PSLV-C60/SPADEX docking experimental mission, GSLV-F14/INSAT-3DS, and SSLV-D3/EOS-08 mission, all of them successfullyinjected the payloads in their designated orbits.

ISRO&#8217;s GSAT-20 was launched by Falcon-9 Block 5 of SpaceX from Cape Canaveral. TSAT-1A was also launched by Falcon-9.

&#8220;Consequently, a total of 8 Indian satellites, 1 foreign satellite, and 6 rocket bodies (including POEM-3 and POEM-4) were placed in their intended orbits&#8221;, It said reflecting back on its achievements of 2024.

It said a total of 136 Indian spacecraft, including those from private operators/academic
institutions, were launched in Earth-orbit till December 31, 2024.

As of that date, the number of operational satellites owned by the Indian government is 22 in LEO (Low Earth Orbit) and 31 in GEO (Geo-synchronous Earth Orbit).

In addition, two Indian deep space missions, namely, Chandrayaan-2 Orbiter (CH2O) and Aditya-L1 at Sun-Earth Lagrange’s point were also active.

The propulsion module of Chandrayaan-3 spacecraft continued to operate in a high Earth orbit (more than 1 lakh km away) after being relocated from its lunar orbit since November 2023.

ISRO Chairman Dr. V. Narayanan, releasing the Indian Space Situational Assessment Report (ISSAR) for 2024 compiled by ISRO System for Safe and Sustainable Space Operations Management (IS4OM), said the upper stage of PSLV-C3 underwent an
accidental break-up in 2001 and generated 371 debris.

While most of these fragments have re-entered the atmosphere, 41 PSLV-C3 debris were still in orbit by the end of 2024.

On Atmospheric re-entry, it said among the intact Indian upper stages, 34 rocket bodies re-entered the Earth&#8217;s atmosphere till 2024 end, and five of such re-entries took place in 2024.

All LVM3 rocket bodies have decayed, only the one from LVM3 M2 OneWeb India- mission remain in orbit.

Among GSLV rocket bodies, only GSLV-F12 and GSLV-F14 rocket bodies are in orbit.

A total of 31 Indian satellites have re-entered the atmosphere till the end of 2024.

In the year 2024 alone, 9 Indian satellites re-entered the atmosphere. Among them was Cartosat-2 which re-entered the atmosphere on February 14, 2024, the first-ever LEO satellite of ISRO to be de-orbited at end-of-life to reduce its post-mission orbital life from more than 30 to less than 4 years.

KT Rama Rao Statement

In a statement here on Sunday, he expressed deep anguish over the incident. KTR emphasised that such acts are unacceptable on Telangana soil, which has a rich tradition of respecting and revering women. &#8220;As a father to a daughter, I sincerely hope that no woman has to endure such trauma,&#8221; he said, extending heartfelt apologies to Milla Magee on behalf of the people of Telangana.

KTR asserted that the incident does not reflect the true spirit of Telangana and is completely contrary to the values upheld by its citizens. He highlighted Telangana’s longstanding tradition of empowering women, drawing inspiration from legendary female figures like Rani Rudrama Devi and Chityala Ailamma.

Commending Milla Magee

Commending Milla Magee for her courage in speaking out on an international platform like Miss World, KTR praised her strength and hoped for her swift emotional recovery from the ordeal.

He also strongly condemned what he described as the government&#8217;s tendency to blame the victim rather than take the allegations seriously. KTR reiterated his demand for a comprehensive inquiry and strict action against those responsible.

Mila Maggi Accused Organizers

After leaving Miss World competition being held in India, Mila Maggi has accused the organizers of exploitation. She said that due to exploitation, she feels like a prostitute in this job. However, for the first time after leaving the competition, she cited personal reasons behind her decision.

Why Did She Participate?

While talking to The Sun, Mila Maggi said that she had gone to this contest to bring about a change. But, she just had to sit like the performing monkeys, due to which she felt like a prostitute. She said that is why she is no longer a part of the competition.

She said she decided to speak after being paraded in front of wealthy male patrons. Maggie also said she was instructed to wear heavy make-up and wear a gown from morning to night during the competition.

Doctor Shared Details

Dr Aparna C, Clinical Director of Neonatology and Head of NICU at KIMS Cuddles, shared details of this extraordinary case. One twin was critically ill during transfer, suffering from both a fungal infection and a drug-resistant bacterial infection (Klebsiella), which led to multi-organ failure.

He was immediately put on a ventilator and given multiple medications, including blood pressure support. His kidneys had stopped functioning, and he had no urine output for 24 hours. The second twin was diagnosed with fungal sepsis and required CPAP (Continuous Positive Airway Pressure) support. Both babies had extremely low platelet counts and needed multiple blood and platelet transfusions.

Remarkable Recovery

After nearly a month of intensive care, both babies showed remarkable recovery. Their infections were controlled, they began breastfeeding, and their weights increased to nearly 2 kilograms. Comprehensive tests including retinal screening, hearing assessments, and neurosonograms indicated normal results, suggesting no risk to their long-term development. The twins were
brought to Hyderabad on the 25th day after birth.

Dedicated Care Team

The dedicated care team led by Dr Rajashekar, along with the ICATT team, Dr. Vamsi, Dr. Aravind, Dr. Praneetha, and nurse Sunitha, ensured round-the-clock care during the twins’ hospital stay. While such air transfers are financially feasible for only a few, they offer critical clinical benefits by providing access to advanced infrastructure, experienced specialists, and immediate intensive care.

Dr Aparna praised the combined efforts of NICU specialists, doctors, nurses, and support staff who played an essential role in saving the twins’ lives. Following their successful recovery, the babies have been discharged and sent back to their home state, a hospital statement said on Saturday.

Preemie Twins

Premature twin babies, or &#8220;preemie twins,&#8221; are those born before 37 weeks of gestation. They are more likely to be premature than singletons due to the physical strain of carrying multiple fetuses and the increased likelihood of complications during pregnancy. Approximately 60% of twin pregnancies result in birth before 37 weeks.

This highly anticipated segment of the Miss World competition has once again reaffirmed the importance of substance and advocacy in the realm of beauty with a purpose.

Cultural Grandeur

Held amid the cultural grandeur of India’s youngest state, the Head-to-Head Challenge offered a platform for all 107 contestants from around the world to deliver compelling speeches on personal and global issues that matter deeply to them and to society.

The preliminary round witnessed a display of remarkable articulation, emotional depth, and unshakable commitment to meaningful causes.

20 Finalists

The 20 finalists, selected after a meticulous evaluation process, demonstrated not only eloquence and intelligence but also courage and authenticity.

These young women stood out for their unwavering dedication to using their voices for change, illuminating stories of resilience, justice, mental health, education, sustainability, empowerment, and cultural identity.

Finalists

The finalists advancing to the Head-to-Head Final this Friday are: (from Europe Region: Spain – Corina Mrazek; Wales – Millie-Mae Adams; France – Agathe Cauet; Germany – Silvia Dörre Sánchez and Ireland – Jasmine Gerhardt.

From the Americas & Caribbean Region: Brazil – Jessica Pedroso; Suriname – Chenella Rozendaal;

Cayman Islands – Jada Ramoon; Guyana – Zalika Samuels; Trinidad and Tobago – Anna-Lise Nanton while from the Asia & Oceania Region: Sri Lanka – Anudi Gunasekara;

Thailand – Opal Suchata Chuangsri; Turkiye – Idil Bilgen; Lebanon – Nada Koussa and Japan – Kiana Tomita.

From the Africa Region: South Africa – Zoalize Jansen van Rensburg;

Namibia – Selma Carlicia Kamanya; Somalia – Zainab Jama; Uganda – Natasha Nyonyozi and Zambia – Faith Bwalya.

Each of these finalists will present once more in the concluding round, their clarity, conviction, and commitment to advocacy will help determine the ultimate winner of this defining challenge.

Speaking on the significance of the event, Julia Morley CBE, Chairman and CEO of the Miss World Organisation, said: “I am immensely proud of every young woman who took part in the Head-to-Head Challenge. Their voices resonated with truth, courage, and inspiration.

&#8220;In a world that needs empathy and leadership more than ever, these women have reminded us of the power of storytelling, advocacy, and standing up for what is right. They have not only spoken, they have been heard, and their words are helping shape a more compassionate, inclusive, and thoughtful world.”

As the excitement peaks for the final round of the Head-to-Head Challenge, taking place on May 23, the Miss World Festival continues to spotlight young women who redefine what it means to lead with purpose and passion.

Telangana, with its vibrant heritage and forward-looking spirit, serves as the perfect host for this global celebration of beauty, voice, and vision.

The incident occurred in the early morning on the first floor of a commercial-cum-residential building.

Among the deceased were four women and two children. Seven people sustained injuries, with the condition of two reported as critical. The injured were rushed to Osmania General Hospital, DRDO Hospital, and Hyderguda Hospital for treatment.

Deceased Identified

Some of the deceased were identified. They include Rajendrakumar (67), Abhisekh Modee (30), Sumitra (65), Munnibai (72), Aarushi Jain (17), Seethal Jain (37), Eraj (2) and Harsly Gupata (7).

According to officials, the fire is believed to have originated from a short circuit and quickly spread to the cellar and first floor of the building. Prompt action by the fire brigade, which deployed eight fire engines, brought the blaze under control.

Sixteen people who were trapped inside the building during the fire were successfully rescued and shifted to a nearby hospital for medical attention. Police confirmed that three children were among those injured in the incident.

People Tried To Extinguish Fire

Eyewitnesses said that at around 6 am, after seeing the thick smoke and flames, they raised an alarm and informed the fire department. But by the time help arrived, the fire had engulfed the building. People tried to extinguish the fire by pouring water from buckets, but the intensity of the fire was high.

Telangana CM

Telangana Chief Minister A Revanth Reddy expressed deep shock over the tragedy and directed senior officials to ensure all necessary assistance to the victims and their families. Emergency response efforts are ongoing, and an investigation has been launched to determine the exact cause of the fire.

Another Incident

Last month on 2nd April massive fire broke out at a warehouse in Saraswati Enclave Gurugram, prompting the deployment of 22 fire engines to douse the flames, officials said on Wednesday.

The fire broke out around 11:30 pm on Tuesday and the flames were not completely extinguished till Wednesday morning, Jai Narayan, a fire officer from the Sector-37 fire station, said.

Participated Prominent Personalities

The rally witnessed the participation of prominent personalities including former Vice President M Venkaiah Naidu, Union Coal and Mines Minister and Telangana BJP President G Kishan Reddy, former Governor Vidyasagar Rao, several political leaders and celebrities from the Telugu film industry also joined the event.

Citizens from all walks of life turned out in large numbers to express their support for the armed forces. Among the enthusiastic participants were doctors, lawyers, teachers, NCC cadets, army veterans, karate students, women’s groups, Brahma Kumaris, and students from various schools across the city. The rally transcended political lines, drawing people together in a show of national unity.

&#8220;Bharat Mata Ki Jai&#8221;

Chanting slogans like &#8220;Bharat Mata Ki Jai&#8221;, participants carried the national flag with pride. The rally began at the statue of Dr B R Ambedkar at Tank Bund and proceeded through Secretariat Junction, culminating at the statue of Swami Vivekananda.

The event served not only as a tribute to the success of Operation Sindoor but also as a powerful reminder of the collective strength and patriotic spirit of the people of India.

Contestants from 120 countries are expected to participate in the Program, with the event to be broadcast in over 150 countries, offering Telangana a massive global platform to showcase its healthcare excellence, an official statement said on Saturday.

It said Telangana is rapidly cementing its position on the global medical tourism map, thanks to world-class healthcare infrastructure, advanced technologies, expert medical professionals, and strong government backing.

Under the leadership of Revanth Reddy, the state has now received special recognition as a global medical tourism hub and is set to take this image worldwide through the upcoming 72nd Miss World event.

Affordable Treatments

Telangana’s medical treatments are significantly more affordable than those in Western countries, with costs 60–80 per cent lower. For example, heart surgeries that cost USD 100,000 in the U.S. are available in Hyderabad for as low as Rs 5,000–10,000.

Similarly, knee replacements that range between USD 40,000–60,000 abroad are offered for less than USD 5,000 in Hyderabad. This cost-efficiency, coupled with high success rates, has drawn thousands of international patients.

Top Hospitals

Top hospitals such as NIMS, Osmania Hospital, MNJ Cancer Hospital, Apollo Hospitals, Yashoda Hospitals, and Apollo Continental offer advanced medical technologies, including robotic surgeries, telemedicine, and multispecialty treatments in fields like cardiology, oncology, orthopaedics, fertility treatments, plastic surgery, and transplants.

Many hospitals in Telangana hold prestigious JCI and NABH accreditations, building further trust among international patients. In addition to modern medicine, the state is promoting traditional Indian medical systems—Ayurveda, Homoeopathy, and Unani—making it a unique blend of contemporary and holistic healing.

Foreign Medical Tourists

In 2014, Telangana received 75,171 foreign medical tourists. By 2024, that number more than doubled to 1,55,313. Additionally, 8.82 crore patients from other Indian states sought treatment in Telangana last year alone, reinforcing the state&#8217;s dominance in the domestic medical tourism landscape, the statement said.

The government has identified key factors driving this success: low-cost and effective treatments, minimal waiting times, English-speaking medical staff, streamlined e-visa processes, excellent connectivity, and strong administrative support.

With the global spotlight from the Miss World 2025 pageant, Telangana aims to further accelerate this momentum and become a top-tier international destination for medical tourism, the statement added.

According to the police, six children had gone to the village pond in the evening to play and swim.

“Three of them entered the water and drowned, as they did not know how to swim,” a police officer said.

The other three raised an alarm and called cattle herders who were grazing sheep in a field closeby. The herders rushed to the spot and tried to rescue the children.

The deceased have been identified as A Ganesh (13), his sister A Rakshita (10), and their friend B Varun (10).

What is surprising is that their families did not know that the children had gone to the pond, as told by the police.

The bodies have been sent for postmortem in Nagarkurnool Government Hospital.

A case has been registered and further investigation is going on.

Earlier Incident In UP

On 29 April, two children died after they accidentally slipped into the Ganga River and drowned in the Sandipan Ghat area of Kaushambi District here in Uttar Pradesh, police sources said here on Wednesday.

Police sources said that Shreyansh (8) and Sanoj (10), both residents of Mohanapur village, had gone to eat watermelon in the Ganga basin on Tuesday.

&#8220;When they reached the bank of the Ganga with watermelons, suddenly their feet slipped, and they drowned in the deep waters. The farmers living nearby raised an alarm after seeing the two children drowning,&#8221; they said.

Police Version

Police sources said that the boatmen present nearby jumped into the Ganga and, after a lot of effort, took them out on Tuesday night. &#8220;The children were taken to the doctor, where they were declared dead,&#8221; they said.

Earlier Drowing Incident

In November last year two children drowned in a pit in Deoria district in UP.

According to Dynamite News correspondent, the incident occurred in village Narharpatti of Tarkulwan police station area. The deceased children have been identified as Anubhav and Priti Sharma.

Besides, two children are being treated and their condition is said to be critical.

According to the information, the pit was dug in the area by a person. On Wednesday evening around 4 o&#8217;clock, two-and- half-year old Preeti, four-year-old Anubhav, four-year-old Gudia and two-year-old Yuvraj went towards the pit while playing.