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HMWSSB fines Akshayakalpa Farms ₹20,000 for using drinking water to clean floors
Water Board intensifies inspections across Hyderabad, warns commercial establishments against misuse of potable water
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Climate, conservation and sustainability in the Deccan region
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Ram Gopal Varma ridicules Lawrence Bishnoi over reported threat to Salman Khan
Filmmaker Ram Gopal Varma has taken a sarcastic dig at gangster Lawrence Bishnoi over his alleged intention to target Bollywood actor Salman Khan in connection with the killing of a blackbuck.
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HYDRAA restores Tammidikunta Lake in Madhapur; Chief Minister to inaugurate it on November 11
Waterbody’s extent expanded from 16.2 acres to 29.3 acres following reclamation; beautification works include walking pathways and recreational facilities.
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KFC outlet in Karimnagar sealed after officials seize 90 kg of used cooking oil
Food Safety Department officials sealed a KFC outlet in Karimnagar on Thursday, November 5, after seizing approximately 90 kg of cooking oil that was allegedly being reused multiple times for food preparation.
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Hyderabad’s construction boom is impressive, but where are the roads to accommodate growing traffic?
Hyderabad is witnessing an unprecedented construction boom. Multi-storey residential apartments and commercial complexes are springing up across the city, particularly in Gachibowli, Kokapet, Tellapur, Narsingi and the Financial District.
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Hyderabad may see cooler nights from November 8, but no indication of a severe cold wave
Hyderabad residents may begin experiencing a gradual change in weather, with relatively cooler nights and pleasant early mornings expected over the coming days. However, forecasts do not currently support claims of a strong cold wave gripping the city from November 8 through November 14.
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Water shortage forces early Diwali holidays for Hyderabad colleges; students throng Metro stations
Severe water shortage in Hyderabad’s IT corridor has begun disrupting the functioning of educational institutions, with several corporate junior colleges in Madhapur and surrounding areas announcing early Diwali holidays and asking hostel students to return to their hometowns.
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Cyclone Murasu leaves trail of destruction across central Andhra Pradesh; bridge washed away in Eluru
Heavy rainfall and widespread flooding triggered by Cyclone Murasu have caused significant disruption across central Andhra Pradesh, with Eluru district among the worst-affected regions.
Environment
Godavari inflows at Dowaleswaram Barrage rise to 50,000 cusecs amid Cyclone Murasu rains
Inflows into the Godavari River at the Dowaleswaram Barrage in Andhra Pradesh's East Godavari region have increased from 30,000 cusecs to 50,000 cusecs on Thursday, following continued rainfall associated with Cyclone Murasu.
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Floodwaters inundate Gopalapuram in Eluru district as heavy rain lashes region
Gopalapuram in Andhra Pradesh’s Eluru district witnessed severe flooding on Thursday as intense rainfall associated with Cyclone Murasu triggered a surge of muddy water through local streets, inundating roads and commercial areas.
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Telangana to see scattered thunderstorms on November 5; dry weather likely from November 7
Residual moisture left behind by Cyclone Murasu is expected to trigger isolated to scattered thunderstorms across parts of Telangana on Thursday, November 5, according to the latest weather forecast.
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HYDRAA intervention ends water tanker strike in Hyderabad; operators agree to resume supply
Water tanker operators in Hyderabad have agreed to withdraw their strike and immediately resume water supply following discussions with HYDRAA Commissioner A.V. Ranganath, bringing relief to residents dependent on private tankers amid concerns over water availability.
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Chartered Speed to supply 1,750 electric buses to Bengaluru's BMTC from April 2027
Bengaluru’s public transport system is set for a major electric mobility expansion, with Ahmedabad-based Chartered Speed Limited planning to begin supplying electric buses to the Bengaluru Metropolitan Transport Corporation (BMTC) in April–May 2027. The company is also exploring an overhead charging system at BMTC depots to address space constraints and facilitate the induction of a large electric bus fleet.
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Hyderabad water board accelerates repairs to century-old Gandipet conduit, aims to restore supply early
The Hyderabad Metropolitan Water Supply and Sewerage Board (HMWSSB) has expedited repair work on the century-old stone masonry conduit carrying drinking water from Gandipet (Osman Sagar) to Hyderabad, with officials aiming to complete the work ahead of the scheduled deadline.
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Cyclone Murasu likely to enter Telangana through Nalgonda-Suryapet on Wednesday; Hyderabad may receive rain
Cyclone Murasu, which was located around 70 km west-southwest of Vijayawada with peak winds of 65 kmph, is likely to move into Telangana by Wednesday morning, bringing rainfall to several districts, according to an unofficial weather update based on GFS and ECMWF model projections.
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Shahi Masjid imam calls for harvesting used water to recharge groundwater amid El Niño concerns
The Imam and Khateeb of Hyderabad’s historic Shahi Masjid at Public Gardens, Dr Maulana Ahsan bin Mohammed al-Hamoomi, has called attention to the importance of conserving water by directing used water from ablution towards groundwater recharge.
Environment
Water crisis may disrupt academic calendar at Telangana universities; online classes among options
A worsening water crisis across university campuses in Telangana could force several higher education institutions to curtail their academic calendars or shift to online classes, as authorities explore measures to manage the shortage.
Environment
Hyderabad's HMWSSB supplies 11.07 lakh litres of treated wastewater through green water tankers
The Hyderabad Metropolitan Water Supply and Sewerage Board (HMWSSB) supplied 11.07 lakh litres of treated wastewater through its Green Water Tanker initiative on Monday, the second day of the programme launched to promote the reuse of treated sewage water and conserve drinking water.
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Cyclone Murasu: Andhra Pradesh on high alert as storm approaches coast, 19 flights cancelled
Andhra Pradesh was placed on high alert on Monday as Severe Cyclonic Storm Murasu approached the southern coast, with the India Meteorological Department (IMD) forecasting landfall between Nellore and Narsapur, close to Ongole, around midnight on November 2 or in the early hours of November 3.
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HYDRAA demolishes encroachments in Fox Sagar limits; removes boundary wall of Malla Reddy’s farmhouse
The Hyderabad Disaster Response and Asset Protection Agency (HYDRAA) on Monday carried out an encroachment removal drive within the Full Tank Level (FTL) limits of Fox Sagar Lake, taking action against unauthorised structures and boundary walls allegedly constructed within the lake’s protected area.
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Karnataka Police restricts Deepavali firecracker bursting to 8 pm–10 pm; only certified green crackers permitted
The Karnataka Police Department on Monday issued a comprehensive set of safety guidelines for the 2026 Deepavali celebrations, restricting the bursting of firecrackers to a two-hour window between 8 pm and 10 pm. The restrictions have been prescribed in accordance with Supreme Court directions and relevant state government orders.
Environment
Chandrababu Naidu reviews preparedness for Cyclone Murasu; 13–15 TMC inflows expected into key projects
Andhra Pradesh Chief Minister N. Chandrababu Naidu on Monday reviewed the state's preparedness for Severe Cyclonic Storm Murasu, which is approaching the coast, and directed officials to ensure effective coordination among departments to minimise its impact.
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Cyclone Murasu intensifies over Bay of Bengal; IMD forecasts landfall between Nellore and Narsapur
Cyclonic Storm Murasu is moving towards the Andhra Pradesh coast and is expected to intensify into a severe cyclonic storm by Monday morning, the India Meteorological Department (IMD) has warned.
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Hyderabad water supply to be disrupted in several areas for 36 hours from November 3
Drinking water supply to several parts of Hyderabad will be disrupted for 36 hours from Tuesday, November 3, as the Hyderabad Metropolitan Water Supply and Sewerage Board (HMWSSB) undertakes major repairs to contain heavy leakages in the Gandipet conduit.