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45 Hyderabadi Umrah pilgrims laid to rest in Jannatul Baqi in Madinah
Hyderabad

45 Hyderabadi Umrah pilgrims laid to rest in Jannatul Baqi in Madinah

Hyderabad, November 22: The Hyderabad pilgrims who died in the recent bus accident near Madinah were laid to rest today in Jannatul Baqi. The funeral prayer took place after Dhuhr at the Prophet’s Mosque. Imam Shaikh Abdul Bari al Thubaiti led the prayer. Bodies were moved from the mosque to the cemetery immediately after the prayer. A Telangana government delegation attended the burial. The delegation was led by Minorities Welfare Minister Mohammed Azharuddin. Minorities Welfare Secretary B Shafiullah and AIMIM MLA Majid Hussain were also present. The Indian Embassy in Saudi Arabia confirmed that all funeral procedures were completed today. Andhra Pradesh Governor Justice S Abdul Nazeer, Ambassador Dr Suhel Khan and Consul General Fahad Suri attended the prayer and the burial. Mi...
Muslim Contribution to India Highlighted at Hyderabad National Seminar
Hyderabad, India, Indian Musllims

Muslim Contribution to India Highlighted at Hyderabad National Seminar

Mohammed Naseer Giyas Hyderabad, November 21: Scholars, community leaders, academics and former civil servants stressed the need to protect India’s real history and defend the record of Muslim contribution in the country’s growth. They spoke at the opening day of the three-day national seminar titled “The contribution of Muslims in the Development and Progress of India”. The event took place at the newly built auditorium Dar al Tarbiya of Al Mahad Al Aali Al Islami, Hyderabad. The first session was chaired by Maulana Khalid Saifullah Rahmani, President of the All India Muslim Personal Law Board. Speakers said the country’s progress is linked to the sacrifices of Muslim rulers, scholars, freedom fighters, workers and ordinary citizens. They warned that organised attempts are being mad...
ED Hyderabad Zone Blocks Rs 8.46 Crore in Crypto-Linked Cyber Fraud Case
Business, Crime, Hyderabad, India, South India

ED Hyderabad Zone Blocks Rs 8.46 Crore in Crypto-Linked Cyber Fraud Case

Directorate of Enforcement, Hyderabad Zonal Office, attached Rs 8.46 Crore held across 92 bank accounts. The action covers accounts linked to CoinDCX and several crypto wallets. The attachment was issued under PMLA in an ongoing probe into large-scale cyber fraud through fake e-commerce platforms and money-making applications. The probe started after Kadapa Police filed multiple FIRs under IPC 420 and Sections 66-C and 66-D of the IT Act. These FIRs exposed similar fraud cases in other states. The scams operated through fake investment and part-time job apps such as NBC App, Power Bank App, HPZ Token, RCC App and Making App. Investigators found that fraud groups targeted users on WhatsApp, Telegram and through bulk SMS. People were directed to register on fake platforms and perform s...
Nikhat Zareen Wins Gold at World Boxing Cup Finals 2025
Hyderabad, Sports, Telangana

Nikhat Zareen Wins Gold at World Boxing Cup Finals 2025

Hyderabad, 21 November: India’s star boxer and Hyderabad Daughter Nikhat Zareen won the gold medal at the World Boxing Cup Finals 2025. She defeated Guo Yi Xuan of Chinese Taipei with a strong and confident performance. The two-time world champion said the win felt emotional. She returned to the same venue where she won her 2023 World Championship gold. “It is like a full circle moment for me, a déjà vu,” Nikhat said to PTI after the bout. She said the medal holds special importance. “This medal plays an important role in my journey as it comes after a long time.” Nikhat’s victory strengthens India’s position in world boxing and inspires young athletes across the country. Nikhat Zareen is the Ambassador of the Telangana Government. She has been role model for many girls in ...
Mega Income Tax Raids Target Hyderabad’s Top Eateries: Huge Cash, Gold Seized
Business, Hyderabad, Telangana

Mega Income Tax Raids Target Hyderabad’s Top Eateries: Huge Cash, Gold Seized

Hyderabad, November 20: Income Tax officials conducted extensive raids for the second consecutive day on popular restaurant chains Pista House, Shah Ghouse, and Mehfil. The coordinated operation focused on suspected large-scale tax evasion and undisclosed income across Greater Hyderabad. According to sources, Officials seized a significant amount of cash money. They also recovered a substantial amount of gold. Multiple teams from the Income Tax department led the searches. The investigation has spanned over 30 locations since the operations began. Key areas targeted include Lakdikapul, Sheikhpet, Attapur, Tolichowki, and Gachibowli. Authorities specifically searched the residences of owners and directors. This includes Mohammad Abdul Majeed and Mohammad Mastan, owners of Pista House...
GHMC Standing Committee Approves Key Urban Development Projects
Hyderabad

GHMC Standing Committee Approves Key Urban Development Projects

Sought Proposals for Multi-Level Parking Near Chowmahalla Hyderabad, November 20: The GHMC Standing Committee met today under the chairmanship of Mayor Gadwal Vijayalakshmi at the corporation head office Tank Band. The committee approved 18 agenda items and 6 table items. Commissioner R V Karnan, committee members and senior engineering and zonal officials attended the meeting. The committee cleared a proposal to invite requests for proposals for a multi-level parking complex at Khilwath near Chowmahalla Palace in old city. The project will follow the Design, Build, Finance, Operate and Transfer model for a 15-year period with an additional 5-year extension based on performance. The committee approved the acquisition of seven properties for the planned road widening from O...
Bihar election results shook the political ground, RJD and Congress in Deep Trouble
India, Opinion, Politics

Bihar election results shook the political ground, RJD and Congress in Deep Trouble

Muslim Representation in Bihar Hits Historic Low - AIMIM Gains Ground, Secular Parties Lose Support in Seemanchal By Mohammed Naseer Giyas The Bihar results raised a serious question about the long-held social balance. These results exposed weak planning and excess confidence among secular parties. The picture is clear. There is no confusion. The political future of Rahul Gandhi and Tejashwi Yadav now looks uncertain. The NDA defeated the Mahagathbandhan on every front with a wide margin. The ruling alliance used every political tool and every lever of power to secure victory. The question is why RJD and Congress failed to influence voters? Read this exclusive analysis of Raftaar e Deccan’s founding editor Mohammed Naseer Giyas. The voter list issue and the transfer of ten tho...
Officer Transferred After Insensitive Remarks on Madina Bus Tragedy’s victims
Hyderabad, Telangana

Officer Transferred After Insensitive Remarks on Madina Bus Tragedy’s victims

The Telangana government has swiftly transferred an official for making highly offensive and disrespectful remarks about the victims of the recent bus accident in Madina, Saudi Arabia. The incident occurred, and the transfer order followed just two hours later. The state government issued an order to immediately transfer Mohammed Safiullah, Director of the Urdu Academy. He will return to his parent department, TG Genco, as Deputy Secretary (Non-Cadre) on administrative grounds with immediate effect. Safiullah made the controversial comments during a meeting at Haj House with relatives of those who died in the Madina accident. He questioned the relatives, asking why they wanted to travel to Saudi Arabia. He asked if they wanted to see the "burnt pieces" of their loved ones. Protest...
Umrah Bus Crash in Saudi Arabia Claims 45 Hyderabadi Lives;  MIM MLA Rushes to Aid Families
Hyderabad, India, Indian Musllims

Umrah Bus Crash in Saudi Arabia Claims 45 Hyderabadi Lives; MIM MLA Rushes to Aid Families

Tragedy on Makkah–Madinah Route. Bus–Tanker Collision.1 Survivor Identified Mohammed Naseer Giyas At least 45 Indian nationals, all of them from Hyderabad, were killed early Monday when a bus carrying Umrah pilgrims collided with a diesel tanker on the Makkah–Madinah Highway. Only one survivor has been reported so far. A bus transporting 46 Umrah pilgrims from Makkah to Madinah met with a devastating accident around 1:30 AM IST near Mufrihat, approximately 40 km from Madinah. According to initial briefings received by the Telangana government, 45 passengers died on the spot, while one man, identified as Mohammad Shoib, survived with injuries and was shifted to a hospital. Hyderabad Police Commissioner VC Sajjanar confirmed that many of the deceased belonged to Hyderabad, ...
All 5 MIM Candidates in Bihar Win With Over 20,000-Vote Margin
Hyderabad, India, Indian Musllims

All 5 MIM Candidates in Bihar Win With Over 20,000-Vote Margin

In a strong electoral performance, all five AIMIM candidates secured victory with more than a 20,000-vote margin across their respective constituencies. The results reflect a decisive mandate from voters. The Jokihat seat was won by Mohammad Murshid Alam with 83,737 votes, finishing 28,803 votes ahead of his nearest rival. In Bahadurganj, Md Tauseef Alam secured 87,315 votes, leading by 28,726 votes. In Kochadhaman, Md Sarwar Alam emerged victorious with 81,860 votes and a clear margin of 23,021 votes. Amour recorded the highest tally, where Akhtarul Iman crossed the one-lakh mark with 100,836 votes and an impressive 38,928-vote lead. Ghulam Sarwar won the Baisi constituency with 92,766 votes, maintaining a margin of 27,251 votes. The clean sweep indicates strong regional suppo...