Hyderabad

BRS working president K.T. Rama Rao criticised the Telangana government for allowing Godavari floodwaters to flow downstream despite water scarcity and deficient rainfall. He urged the government to operate the Kannepalli pump house and utilise the Kaleshwaram project to support farmers.

A 43-year-old woman from Rajanna Sircilla district was allegedly gang-raped in Secunderabad after two men reportedly lured her with the promise of helping her participate in a television programme on family disputes. Mahankali police have registered a case and launched an investigation.

A Borabanda man has been booked under the POCSO Act for allegedly sexually harassing his daughter over a period of time and threatening her with dire consequences. The case was registered following a complaint by the victim's mother, and an investigation is underway.

An 11-year-old girl sustained serious injuries after being hit by a speeding autorickshaw in Hydershakote, Narsingi. Police traced the vehicle using CCTV footage, arrested the driver, seized the autorickshaw and registered a case. A drunk-driving test was also conducted.

A 26-year-old carpenter from Bihar allegedly died by suicide at his rented house in Hyderabad's Miyapur after a reported argument with his wife. Police have registered a case and are investigating the circumstances leading to the incident.

Natasha Chethan completed a memorable double by winning the women's title at the second Heyball National Championships, while Laxman Rawat clinched his maiden senior National cue sports title after defeating Divya Sharma in the men's final in Hyderabad

Ranga Reddy Risers defeated Warangal Warriors by 161 runs in the final league-stage match of the TG20 League to secure a playoff berth. Aaron George starred with 91, while Nitin Sai Yadav and Hitesh Yadav led the bowling effort to eliminate Anurag Nalgonda Knights

India produced another impressive performance at the Asian U-19 and U-23 Boxing Championships in Jakarta, with Ambekar Meetei, Aditya, Sikander and Devendra Choudhary registering convincing victories, while Prashant fought hard before suffering a narrow defeat in the 70kg category

The Indian Olympic Association gave a grand send-off to India's Commonwealth Games 2026 contingent in New Delhi and unveiled the official team kit. India will field 124 competitors across 10 disciplines at the Glasgow Games, beginning on July 23

Air India's Maharaja Club has partnered with the DP World Professional Golf Tour of India as its Official Travel Partner from August 2026 to April 2027. The partnership will support players' travel while offering exclusive golf experiences and hospitality benefits to Maharaja Club members

BRS Minority Cell leaders urged the Telangana government to register an FIR and take strict action over the alleged assault on a Waqf Board employee at Guttala Begampet. They also sought enhanced protection for Waqf properties and security for Waqf Board personnel across the State

Captain Tanmay Agarwal struck a brilliant 109 to lead Karimnagar Diamonds to a commanding 73-run victory over Palamuru Strikers in the TG20 League. Shubham Sharma and Rathlavath Dinesh then starred with the ball as Diamonds climbed to third in the standings

Chief Minister A Revanth Reddy defended the government's decision not to operate the Kannepally pump house, citing inadequate rainfall and floodwaters due to El Niño. He challenged K Chandrashekhar Rao to suggest repairs for the Kaleshwaram project and criticised Congress legislators for weak political messaging

The Telangana High Court directed the State government to continue providing a Bullet Resistant Vehicle to retired IPS officer and BRS leader Dr R S Praveen Kumar. It also asked the Director General of Police to consider his representation for restoration of the vehicle

The Telangana High Court directed the State government to file a detailed counter on vacancies in the Police Department within a week. The order came while hearing a PIL seeking the filling of sanctioned posts and implementation of an annual recruitment calendar

The Telangana Excise and Prohibition Department, along with the Drugs Control Administration, seized 5.860 kg of banned synthetic drug N-Benzylpiperazine worth Rs 1.60 crore during a raid in Nacharam. A case was registered, and investigations into the supply chain are continuing

The Mailardevpally police arrested three youths for allegedly assaulting and robbing a woman near Kattedan. The accused allegedly snatched her Vivo mobile phone and Rs 4,500. Police recovered the stolen phone, part of the cash, and the scooter used in the offence

Chief Minister A Revanth Reddy constituted an official committee to strengthen digital governance in Telangana and directed it to submit a report within 100 days. He also ordered action against agencies delaying salaries and instructed officials to digitise employees' data

The BRS accused the Congress government and the BJP-led Centre of delaying the Hyderabad Metro Rail expansion. It questioned the lack of approval for Metro Phase II, criticised the shelving of the Raidurg-Airport corridor and raised concerns over irrigation projects

Several Grade E lakes in Hyderabad have become major breeding grounds for disease-carrying mosquitoes due to severe pollution, low oxygen levels and water hyacinth growth, raising concerns over dengue, chikungunya and malaria risks, according to experts and the Telangana Lake Health Survey.

The Telangana Recognised School Managements Association urged the State government to protect budget private schools from alleged harassment by bogus student organisations and activists. It sought security for schools and warned of legal action against those disrupting the academic environment

The Telangana Council of Higher Education and Commissionerate of Collegiate Education have released the DOST 2026 intra-college phase schedule. Students can exercise web options from July 10 to 13, while seat allotment will be announced on July 14

A 49-year-old labourer died after a speeding Bullet motorcycle allegedly hit him while he was crossing a road near Peddatupra village in Shamshabad. The rider was taken into custody after police registered a case based on a complaint by the victim's wife

The Telangana Medical Council raised concerns after inspecting HairSigns Clinic in Hitec City, alleging that aesthetic medicine training was being conducted by an unqualified individual. The Council plans to forward its report to the Dental Council and initiate an FIR against fake institutions