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BJP MP Etala Rajender from Malkajgiri has publicly denied rumours of his defection to another party, calling the reports false and misleading. In a statement posted on X, he criticised certain media outlets and YouTube channels for spreading misinformation and urged them not to tarnish his reputation.

A farmer couple from Pothireddpally village in Telangana’s Medak district attempted suicide due to mounting debts of Rs. 5 lakh, incurred while arranging their daughters’ weddings. The husband succumbed to the poison, while his wife remains in critical condition at Gandhi Hospital.

IMD-Hyderabad has forecast thunderstorms in Hyderabad till September 25. Heavy rainfall is likely on Saturday in Nizamabad, Sangareddy, Kamareddy, and Nagarkurnool. After a brief spell of sunshine on Friday, rains are expected to return by early Saturday

Ahead of local body polls, several Congress leaders and workers from Nalgonda joined the BRS, accusing the Congress government of failing to deliver on promises. BRS leader Ravinder Kumar welcomed them, asserting the party’s grassroots loyalty and commitment to welfare schemes

The HMDA’s recent land auction aimed at boosting state revenue saw a dismal turnout, with only three of 93 plots sold. Despite high expectations of earning Rs. 500 crore, the auction was marred by steep upset prices and rigid terms, deterring potential bidders.

The Telangana High Court has permitted Bathukamma celebrations at the Bhagyalakshmi temple in Charminar on September 23, subject to strict conditions. The event is restricted to women devotees, excludes VIPs, and prohibits political or inflammatory content.

Telangana government has declared the Secretariat a no-fly zone for drones after images of the building during Ganesh immersion went viral. Signages will be installed, and violators face stern action, drawing sharp social media reactions

Paathulothu Dassi, a 55-year-old tribal woman farmer in Nalgonda, died from complications after sustaining a leg fracture in a urea stampede five days ago. Local BRS leaders blamed the government and demanded accountability for the tragedy

The Telangana High Court expressed dissatisfaction over a PIL questioning the eligibility of BRS MLC P. Venkatrami Reddy, citing lack of documentary evidence regarding his resignation from the IAS. Petitioners claimed the DoPT had not accepted his resignation, making his MLC post invalid.

Eggs meant for children through Huzurabad anganwadi centres were found in a local wine shop. An inquiry revealed the eggs reached the shop via beneficiaries, not anganwadi staff. A case against the shop will be filed after the investigation

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A native of Lal Bazaar, Ashok along with his five-year-old daughter ended their life by jumping into Komatikunta Lake in Petbasheerabad

TBGKS leaders staged a protest at Singareni Bhavan in Hyderabad, demanding that the management declare net profits and release a 35 percent profit share to workers. They alleged that only 16.9 percent of last year’s declared profits reached employees, with the rest diverted for company development.

Heavy rains in Hyderabad have worsened road conditions, with potholes, craters, and missing manholes causing traffic jams and hazards for pedestrians. GHMC has temporarily halted its safety drive, while HMWSSB clears waterlogged areas and overflowing sewage

Outsourced employees at the Government General Hospital in Suryapet staged a novel protest by seeking alms on the streets after not receiving salaries for five months. The workers demanded timely wage disbursal and urged the government to resolve the issue before the upcoming festival.

NTPC Ramagundam has won the CII Excellent Energy Efficiency Plant Award 2025 for the fifth time, recognising its leadership in energy efficiency, environmental stewardship, and operational reliability. The plant continues to set benchmarks for sustainable and innovative practices

A Telugu man who went missing from Hyderabad in 2006 was found alive in Bangladesh after 19 years. Ham radio operators and a social worker helped trace Chirra Prasada Rao, who had disappeared due to mental health issues, and reconnect him with his family in Andhra Pradesh.

Heavy rains are allegedly being exploited by pharmaceutical and chemical companies in Sangareddy to discharge untreated effluents into local water bodies. In Bonthapally and Isnapur, tanks turned red and contaminated water flowed into paddy fields, causing health issues and panic among farmers.

A Forest Department team captured 22 langurs in Zaheerabad after several residents were injured in attacks. Two ferocious langurs were identified as main culprits. Four baby langurs remain at large as operations continue to trap and relocate them deep inside the forest

Farmers across Nalgonda district staged protests and road blockades on Friday over a severe urea shortage affecting kharif crops. Demonstrations began early morning in several mandals, with farmers demanding immediate fertiliser supply to prevent crop losses and mounting financial distress

A tiger killed three persons in separate attacks in Maharashtra’s Chandrapur district on Thursday, sparking panic in Telangana’s border villages. Authorities suspect the same tiger in all three killings and are taking measures to prevent its entry into Telangana

With the High Court’s deadline for local body elections approaching, Chief Minister Revanth Reddy stated that the decision on extending 42 per cent reservations to BCs would hinge on the Supreme Court’s ruling. He also addressed defection notices issued by the Speaker and criticised the Centre and L&T for stalling Hyderabad Metro expansion.

Assamese singer Zubeen Garg, famous for ‘Ya Ali’ and several regional hits, died while scuba diving in Singapore at 52. Condolences poured in from political leaders, artists, and fans, mourning the loss of a cultural icon and musical legend