Hyderabad News Digest
Cyclone Arnab made landfall in Andhra Pradesh as authorities evacuated tens of thousands, and Telangana faces heavy rain warnings in several districts. Telangana has also declared 365 mandals drought-hit for Kharif 2026.
Hyderabad Today
Paddy advisory draws political criticism
A paddy advisory issued in Telangana has drawn political criticism of the Congress government amid concerns over water availability. The headline does not give further detail on the advisory's terms.
High Court warns of summoning Chief Secretary
The Telangana High Court has warned it may summon the Chief Secretary over a four-year delay in implementing its orders.
State weighs crop holidays and no-paddy calls
Reporting describes Telangana revisiting past policy options such as crop holidays and no-paddy calls, an older dilemma over farming and water use.
Telangana declares 365 mandals drought-hit
The Telangana government has declared 365 mandals drought-hit for the Kharif 2026 season.
KTR blames government for drought conditions
BRS leader K. T. Rama Rao has alleged that government failure is behind drought conditions in Telangana.
Cyclonic storm Arnab brings rain alerts to Telangana
The Hindu reports heavy to very heavy rainfall forecasts for four Telangana districts, with yellow alerts in four more districts for October 28.
Loud noises and tremors reported in Rajendranagar and Attapur
Residents in Rajendranagar and Attapur localities reported loud noises and brief tremors, causing panic in some areas. The headlines do not state a cause.
Hyderabad Police set up special branch for serious crimes
Hyderabad Police have set up a special branch to investigate serious crimes.
Hyderabad cricket: Saranu Nishant takes five wickets
Saranu Nishant took five wickets as Hyderabad bowled out Uttar Pradesh for 168. In a separate match, Abhirath Reddy missed a century as Hyderabad fought back against Punjab.
Unemployed youth to hold mega rally on November 7
Unemployed youth in Telangana plan a mega rally in Hyderabad on November 7.
550 companies invited to Invest Telangana Global Summit
550 companies have been invited to the Invest Telangana Global Summit in Hyderabad in December. A climate change seminar is also listed as part of the Invest Telangana Global Summit 2026.
India News
Arunachal border official's remarks strain India-China thaw
Remarks by a border official in Arunachal Pradesh have cast a shadow over the India-China diplomatic thaw, according to BBC reporting.
Supreme Court asks for balance between free speech and privacy
The Supreme Court of India has said free speech and privacy must be balanced.
Media groups challenge privacy law at top court
Media groups have challenged India's privacy law at the Supreme Court. Reuters reports that the law has alarmed the country's news publishers.
Cyclone Arnab makes landfall in Andhra Pradesh
Cyclone Arnab began making landfall in Andhra Pradesh, and India evacuated tens of thousands of people as the very severe storm neared the eastern coast.
India beats Bangladesh 13-0 in Asian Champions Trophy opener
India opened its Asian Champions Trophy title defence with a 13-0 win over Bangladesh in Jalandhar.
Nilakanta Sharma retires from international hockey
Hockey player Nilakanta Sharma has announced his retirement from international hockey. Hockey India praised his contribution.
Opposition targets Punjab government over drug death
Opposition parties have targeted Punjab Chief Minister Bhagwant Mann over a drug death, citing an allegation that police snatched a body.