Hyderabad

Opposition leader S Madhusudhana Chary condemned MLC Chinthapandu Naveen’s remarks against BRS MLC K Kavitha, calling them unacceptable. He urged Naveen to apologise and stressed that public representatives must speak about women with dignity, restraint, and sensitivity

Telangana is awaiting the Centre’s response to hold an apex council meeting on interstate water disputes. Andhra Pradesh faces legal and environmental objections to its Polavaram-Banakacharla project, even as it prepares a revised WAPCOS report using 15 years of Godavari flood data

The Telangana Electricity Employees' 1104 Union re-elected V Venkateswarlu as State president and G Sai Baba as general secretary for their second and fourth terms, respectively. The elections were held under the supervision of Election Officer R Janardhan Reddy on Sunday

BRS MLC K Kavitha has sought the suspension of Teenmaar Mallanna from the Legislative Council for making derogatory remarks against her. She criticised CM Revanth Reddy's silence and demanded an ethics probe and investigation into the post-remark protest violence

Telangana tops India in rice production between 2015 and 2024, but farmers struggle with shrinking profits, rising cultivation costs, and delayed payments. Experts urge diversification as the dominance of paddy cultivation becomes unsustainable, especially for small and marginal farmers

After releasing Serval Cats into the cats' enclosure, Dr. C Suvarna, Principal Chief Conservator of Forests (HoFF), launched the renovated Fossil Park Garden.

Despite sanctioning Rs 6,445 crore since December 2023, the Telangana Roads and Buildings Department has completed only five of 230 projects. Rural roads remain in poor condition as contractors hesitate to bid due to delays in payment and pending bills

Drug traffickers in Hyderabad are turning to smuggling drug-soaked paper strips, infused with synthetic substances like fentanyl and cannabinoids. Priced up to ₹2 lakh for a tiny square, these strips are hard to detect and easy to transport discreetly.

Officials are increasingly reluctant to work in Mancherial Municipal Corporation due to intense pressure and alleged harassment by local public representatives and Congress leaders. Once a preferred posting, the civic body now faces frequent commissioner transfers and administrative instability

Thousands of devotees, mostly women, gathered at the Ujjaini Mahankali temple in Secunderabad on Sunday for Bonalu celebrations. Despite heavy crowds and delays due to VVIP visits, the temple witnessed colourful and energetic festivities from early morning hours.

Tension broke out at MLC Teenmaar Mallanna’s office in Medipally after his gunmen fired shots during a protest by a group of people. One person reportedly sustained bullet injuries. Police have launched an investigation; more details are awaited.

Andhra Pradesh CM Chandrababu Naidu, Governor Abdul Nazeer, and YS Jagan Mohan Reddy mourned the death of veteran Telugu actor Kota Srinivasa Rao, remembering his legacy in cinema and politics as an irreplaceable loss to the Telugu-speaking community.

The makers are reportedly aiming to cast participants who strike a balance between pan-India popularity and strong performance credibility

In Hyderabad’s Old City, Rajesh, a third-generation drummer, continues the vanishing tradition of beating the Dappu to announce Bonalu festival dates. Once widespread across localities, the custom now survives in only a few urban pockets and rural Telangana.

Ravi, an injured construction worker from Madaram village, returned to Hyderabad for post-surgery care but lacks funds. A video shared on X by Ajay Kumar highlights his condition and appeals for help from officials and local MLA Parnika Reddy.

The Forest Department has set up camera traps at Defence Laboratories School, RCI Hyderabad, after leopard sightings were reported. The school alerted parents to be cautious. If leopard movement is confirmed, officials plan to install cages to trap the animal.

An illegal carrom gambling club was busted at Zeba Bagh, Asifnagar, by the Commissioner’s Task Force. Forty-two people were caught placing bets, and Rs 10,000 was seized. Organiser Nazeer reportedly collected commissions. All were handed over to local police.

Meerpet police arrested eight people for gambling at a house in Badangpet’s RMR Colony and seized ₹4.54 lakh. The organiser, B Sai Babu, allegedly invited participants and took commissions. A case has been registered against the accused.

BRS leader K.T. Rama Rao credited the commissioning of the Sitarama Lift Irrigation Scheme and Yadadri Power Plant to K. Chandrashekhar Rao’s vision. He praised both projects as outcomes of long-term planning and leadership beyond short-term politics.

No casualties were reported in the incident. The staff suspected that a short circuit could have resulted in the fire mishap. The loss due to the fire accident has not yet been ascertained.

Top BRS leaders including KCR and KTR paid rich tributes to veteran actor Kota Srinivasa Rao, calling his demise a major loss for Telugu cinema and public life. They remembered his versatile legacy and service as an MLA with deep respect.

Legendary Telugu actor Kota Srinivasa Rao, known for his versatile roles and immense contribution to Indian cinema, passed away at 83 in Hyderabad, leaving behind a rich legacy of over 750 films.

In the ninth edition of Swachh Survekshan 2024-25, save for Greater Hyderabad, no other urban local bodies in Telangana secured awards

Terms decision to provide 42 per cent reservations for BCs in local body elections ‘historic’; accuses BJP of lacking genuine concern for backward communities