Erragadda Residents Protest Graveyard, Allege HC Order Breach
Residents of Erragadda, Hyderabad, protest a proposed graveyard, alleging authorities violated a High Court stay order. They demand adherence to residential zoning laws.
Residents of Erragadda, Hyderabad, protest a proposed graveyard, alleging authorities violated a High Court stay order. They demand adherence to residential zoning laws.
Telangana Congress launches aggressive campaign for municipal polls, aiming for 90% seats. Ministers assigned constituencies, CM to monitor strategy. Elections likely in mid-February.
As Telangana plans new municipal corporations, Secunderabad launches a major civic movement demanding a standalone corporation, fearing merger with Malkajgiri will erase its 220-year history. Key rally on Jan 17.
Senior BRS leader T Harish Rao warns of a public revolt if the Congress government attempts to abolish Siddipet district. He highlights the town's transformation and challenges CM Revanth Reddy.
Telangana High Court halts Hyderabad's stray dog capture drive, imposing strict conditions. The order follows a PIL citing animal cruelty. Details inside.
BRS working president KT Rama Rao criticizes the two-year Congress rule in Telangana for unfulfilled guarantees, demolitions, and water issues. He challenges the party ahead of potential GHMC polls.
Telangana High Court directs a doctor to first approach the Greater Hyderabad Municipal Corporation regarding the public health hazard caused by pigeon feeding in residential areas and hospitals.
Telangana High Court directs a doctor to first approach GHMC over pigeon menace in Hyderabad. The plea cites health risks and civic inaction. Read the full details.
Telangana's IT Minister D Sridhar Babu stated there is no immediate plan to trifurcate GHMC, addressing debt concerns and criticizing BRS for assembly boycott. Get the full details.
Microsoft promotes Judson Althoff to CEO of its commercial business, freeing Satya Nadella to focus on AI innovation. This major shift aims to compete with Google and OpenAI. Read the details.
Despite over 8000 gastroenteritis cases in Hyderabad, food safety inspections show less than 1% violations. Experts point to severe staff shortages and flawed enforcement as the city grapples with recurring poisonings.
Hyderabad's GHMC rolls out an AI-powered chatbot supporting Telugu, Hindi, Urdu & English for citizen services. Report grievances, get form help & reduce office visits. #DigitalGovernance
Telangana CM A Revanth Reddy plans a state tour in early Feb for campaigning, post his Davos WEF visit. Get details on municipal election schedule and key ministers involved.
AIMIM's Akbaruddin Owaisi accuses Telangana govt of pushing GHMC expansion without debate. He demands bill be sent to select committee, criticises delimitation based on old census data.
Telangana assembly approves GHMC expansion up to ORR, merging 27 ULBs. Minister Sridhar Babu says no decision on splitting the corporation or raising property tax. Focus is on uniform civic services.
Hyderabad's new Chikkadpally-Domalguda link bridge inaugurated, promising major traffic relief and halving travel time for commuters. Read about the Rs 6 crore GHMC project.
The recent expansion of Greater Hyderabad Municipal Corporation has made civic services less accessible. Residents now travel 10-50 km for basic tasks, contradicting the goal of decentralization. Read more about the administrative hurdles.
Telangana govt reorganises police, creates Future City commissionerate to boost development. CM Revanth Reddy's vision for a fourth city gains momentum with administrative overhaul.
Telangana's winter assembly session began with a brief KCR appearance, tabling of key bills like GHMC expansion, and heated debates on issues from NRI welfare to pending DA. Read the full report.
GVMC Commissioner Ketan Garg announces the new 10-zone structure for Visakhapatnam, effective Jan 1, 2026. Learn about the new zones and how citizens will access civic services.
The Telangana government is planning a major overhaul of Hyderabad's three police commissionerates. The move includes expanding jurisdiction, renaming zones, and creating a new commissionerate for Future City. Read the details here.
The Greater Hyderabad Municipal Corporation expansion is now official. Will it remain a single mega body or split? Key political and administrative decisions ahead. Read more.
Delhi government appoints District Magistrates for three new districts—Patel Nagar, Sarita Vihar, and Model Town—as part of a major administrative overhaul to improve governance. Learn the key appointments and implications.
Delhi government will soon appoint 13 IAS officers as District Magistrates and 39 as SDMs following the capital's administrative restructuring into 13 districts. Read the full details.
Delhi's administrative map has been redrawn, increasing the number of revenue districts from 11 to 13. The reorganisation, notified on 26 December 2025, merges Shahdara with other districts. Read the full details and implications here.
Telangana government transfers 27 IAS officers in a major reshuffle, appoints new zonal commissioners for the expanded GHMC. Key postings include Jayesh Ranjan and new collectors. Read the full list of appointments.
SAD president Giani Harpreet Singh opposes the Centre's move to amend the Punjab Reorganisation Act, calling it an attack on Punjab's water rights. Read the full story.
Telangana High Court issues notice to state govt on petitions challenging merger of 27 municipalities into GHMC. Petitioners call ordinances unconstitutional. Next hearing on Jan 28, 2026.
GHMC introduces a GIS-driven digital platform and QR-enabled app for real-time property monitoring, transparent tax administration, and citizen self-service in Hyderabad.
Microsoft CEO Satya Nadella launches 'messy and chaotic' AI meetings, excluding senior managers to get direct feedback from engineers. A bold move for an AI-first future. Read more.