Hyderabad

Under COVA’s Compassionate Citizenship Programme, students in Hyderabad are leading a campaign for plastic-free schools and elder care awareness. Several schools have pledged to eliminate plastic use by 2026, while students are also engaging faith leaders to spread awareness.

Violence broke out in Gudimalkapur after two groups clashed over suspected cattle transportation, injuring several people, including a policeman. Stone pelting and vandalism disrupted traffic near PVNR Expressway, prompting police intervention and a probe into the incident.

BRS working president KT Rama Rao demanded the removal of Union Minister Bandi Sanjay Kumar from the Union Cabinet, alleging interference in the POCSO case involving his son. He also accused BJP and Congress leaders of trying to suppress the issue

A new study finds that Telangana’s Kawal Tiger Reserve has enough prey to support over 35 tigers, but lacks a breeding population due to limited female dispersal and habitat fragmentation. Researchers stress the need for connectivity and conflict mitigation measures.

A rare Red-necked falcon was sighted in Telangana’s Kawal Tiger Reserve, marking a significant avian record. Wildlife researchers say the finding highlights the region’s biodiversity value, while experts stress the importance of conserving forest habitats to protect raptor populations.

The annual fish prasadam distribution by the Bathini family will be held at Hyderabad’s Exhibition Grounds on June 8 during Mrigasira Karthi. Lakhs of asthma patients are expected to attend the event, for which over one lakh murrel fish have been arranged.

The Telangana police’s EAGLE Force and Choutuppal police arrested two men from Uttar Pradesh for allegedly transporting 437 kilograms of ganja in an SUV on the Vijayawada highway. Two other accused are absconding, while police continue efforts to trace them.

Following recent crime incidents involving domestic workers in Hyderabad, more than 5,000 RWAs have issued security advisories to residents. Communities have been urged to conduct safety audits, verify domestic workers’ credentials, maintain CCTV surveillance, and coordinate closely with local police.

Ahead of Eid ul Adha celebrations, Telangana police have intensified surveillance against illegal cattle transportation and possible communal disturbances. More than 250 checkpoints have been activated statewide, while officials warned against unlawful actions following recent incidents involving gau rakshak groups and stone pelting.

Households that missed the online self-enumeration process for Census 2027 can still register through enumerators during ongoing door-to-door verification visits. GHMC officials said the process will continue until June 9 to ensure no household is left out of the census exercise.

The IMD has issued an orange alert for Telangana, warning of a severe heatwave till May 20. Temperatures are expected to range between 41°C and 44°C across all districts. Health officials advised precautions against dehydration and heat-related illnesses.

A girl and a boy topped TG EAPCET 2026 in Engineering and Agriculture & Pharmacy streams respectively. Over 2.10 lakh students registered, with 73.36 per cent qualifying in Engineering. Officials said the UG engineering admission schedule will be released within a week.

Controversy over arrest of Bandi Sai Bageerath contineud with Cyberabad police claiming he was arrested at Manchirevula in Narsingi, while his advocate claimed he was handed over to police

Several persons were injured and vehicles damaged after clashes and stone pelting erupted in Gudimalkapur over suspected cattle transportation. Police resorted to lathi charge, while AIMIM MLA Majid Hussain Meraj demanded action against the attackers.

POCSO accused Sai Bageerath was remanded to 14-day judicial custody and shifted to Central Prison Cherlapally after being produced before a magistrate on Saturday. His counsel said a bail petition would be filed soon and expressed confidence in the judicial process

Historian Banga Bhukya highlights how Gond kings ruled Utnoor, celebrating Dussehra at forts and holding land cultivation rights for Rs 600 annually under the Nizams. The legacy continued with Dev Shah, elected MLA twice during Indira Gandhi’s tenure

The Telangana government’s proposed relocation of Chenchus from Amrabad Tiger Reserve raises serious constitutional and humanitarian concerns — Adivasis are forest custodians, not intruders

BRS working president KT Rama Rao said people are disillusioned with the Congress government and are waiting for K Chandrashekhar Rao’s return as Chief Minister. He also accused BJP of manipulating voter lists and lacking grassroots presence in Telangana

Sai Bageerath, accused in a POCSO case registered at Petbasheerabad police station, surrendered before police in Hyderabad on Saturday evening after evading arrest for a week. Conflicting reports emerged on whether he voluntarily surrendered or was apprehended by police teams.

Former Telangana DGP Anjani Kumar speaks in-depth about Maoism, Greyhounds operations, Telangana agitation, policing challenges, and security strategies. From counter-insurgency operations to controversial decisions and future threats, this full podcast reveals insights and untold stories from one of Telangana’s top police officers

The BRS accused Chief Minister A Revanth Reddy of shielding POCSO case accused Bandi Sai Bageerath and demanded inclusion of a reputed public prosecutor in the SIT probe. RS Praveen Kumar questioned police handling, alleged delays and inconsistencies in the investigation

Malkajgiri Municipal Corporation has intensified efforts to achieve complete door-to-door garbage collection across its jurisdiction. Commissioner T Vinay Krishna Reddy reviewed sanitation operations in several areas and directed SAT vehicle drivers to ensure every household is covered without exception.

Bandi Sai Bageerath, accused in a POCSO case registered at Petbasheerabad police station, has evaded police summons for eight consecutive days despite the High Court refusing to grant him protection from arrest.

Karimnagar police conducted searches at the residence of Bandi Sai Bageerath in Jyothinagar following a lookout notice issued against him in a POCSO case. Teams also searched his relatives’ homes and extended the operation to Hyderabad after he failed to surrender.