Hyderabad

Torrential rains in Mahabubnagar and Jadcherla caused flooding, road damage, and traffic disruptions on NH-44. A private bus carrying Amara Raja Batteries employees narrowly escaped a mishap after a road cave-in, while irrigation officials opened Koil Sagar project gates to release water.

BRS leader KT Rama Rao accused the Congress government of neglecting Telangana’s irrigation safety, citing warnings for Jurala, Manjeera, and Singur projects while politicising Kaleshwaram’s Medigadda barrage repairs. He urged urgent action to safeguard all water projects for four crore people

Telangana’s 194 Model Schools recorded 50,718 vacancies for 2025-26, with MEC and CEC intermediate streams witnessing the lowest demand. Officials cite stream choice, late entry-level admissions, and remote locations as key reasons for the steep drop in enrolments.

Heavy rains triggered a rare surge in Himayatsagar inflows, peaking at 17,500 cusecs on Thursday morning. Authorities issued two flood warnings and opened eight gates to release water into Musi River, as inflows poured in from catchment areas.

Nirmal police arrested seven members of an inter-state gang accused of stealing cattle by using anaesthesia and selling them to Maharashtra slaughterhouses. Vehicles, cash, and mobile phones were seized. The gang’s kingpin admitted forming it to make quick money.

A newborn died at Bellampalli community health centre in Mancherial district, with parents alleging doctors’ negligence during delivery. They claim a request for transfer was ignored, while doctors insist it was a stillbirth caused by health complications. Police have registered a case.

A 3.1 magnitude earthquake reportedly shook Vikarabad early Thursday amid persistent heavy rains. Tremors lasted a few seconds, with no damage reported. Torrential rainfall inundated cotton fields, breached tanks, and disrupted traffic, forcing authorities to alert residents in low-lying areas.

Our MPs from both Congress and BJP seem more interested in protecting each other. Time for the people of Telangana to reflect

BRS working president KT Rama Rao criticised the Congress government for stalling construction of 15 bridges across Musi River in Hyderabad. Sanctioned in January 2022 with Rs 545 crore, the projects remain incomplete, raising concerns over traffic congestion and connectivity.

Hyderabad experiences heavy monsoon rainfall, with six zones recording 25–52 mm between Wednesday night and Thursday morning. Rajendranagar tops the list with 52.3 mm, followed by Bahadurpura and Charminar, highlighting widespread impact across the city.

Telangana reels under widespread heavy rainfall due to a low-pressure area over Andhra Pradesh. Bhadradri Kothagudem leads with 128 mm, while Mahabubnagar, Vikarabad, and other districts report over 100 mm, highlighting the intensity and impact of the downpour.

BRS working president KT Rama Rao criticised the Congress government over severe fertiliser shortages in Telangana, highlighting long queues, empty stock points, and farmer distress. He blamed the Revanth Reddy government for failing to ensure timely availability during the crucial sowing season.

JNTU-Hyderabad has directed all constituent and affiliated colleges to defer examinations for the next three days following the IMD’s alert of very heavy to extremely heavy rainfall. Colleges have been asked to implement precautionary measures to ensure the safety of students and staff

Hyderabad and Rangareddy districts witnessed widespread rainfall on Wednesday, with some areas recording up to 93.5 mm. The Telangana Development Planning Society recorded moderate rainfall in core city areas and heavy showers in the outskirts, especially in Balapur and Shamshabad.

The HMWSSB has decided to release surplus water from Manjeera barrage following floodwater release from the Singur project. Residents downstream are advised to take precautions. Authorities specifically warned cattle herders, shepherds, and fishermen against entering the river due to rising water levels

Heavy monsoon rains have caused a sewer pipeline collapse in Hyderabad’s Kukatpally area, creating a large crater on Pragathi Nagar Road. Traffic has been diverted, and emergency repair teams are on-site.

Relentless monsoon rains fuelled by a low-pressure system have battered Telangana, triggering floods, waterlogging, and disruption of daily life. Red alerts have been issued in multiple districts, with authorities monitoring rivers, reservoirs, and canals while initiating rescue and relief operations

As heavy rains continue to pound Hyderabad, the HMWSSB has ramped up emergency measures, deploying response teams and intensifying monitoring of 141 flood-prone hotspots. Officials have been directed to prevent sewer overflows, ensure water quality, and reinforce manhole safety.

Telangana police will deploy tourist police at major destinations including Ramappa, Yadagirigutta, and Bhadrachalam to ensure visitor safety. In the first phase, 80 personnel will be allocated, with the full system in place by September 27

Hyderabad Collector Harichandana Dasari inspected the Musi River near Bapu Ghat in Langer Houze on Wednesday, directing teams to keep low-lying areas on constant alert amid heavy rains. Residents can contact the Collectorate Control Room for assistance

The Supreme Court has annulled the MLC appointments of Prof M Kodandaram and journalist Amer Ali Khan, declaring their tenure invalid. The two seats will remain vacant until the court delivers its final verdict on the pending petitions challenging their nominations

FTCCI is organising an open photography contest for World Photography Day, inviting entries that showcase Telangana’s culture, heritage, and landscapes. With cash prizes up to ₹10,000, the contest is free to enter and open to all photography enthusiasts.

Cyberabad police are searching for six suspects who opened fire at a deputy manager and stole silver jewellery from a Chandanagar shop. Teams are conducting searches across multiple districts, but no arrests have been made so far

Actress Manchu Lakshmi appeared before the Enforcement Directorate in Hyderabad over her alleged role in promoting a betting app. She submitted bank statements during questioning, part of a wider probe involving 36 film personalities accused of endorsing betting platforms