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For the first time, the NDRF is deploying cadaver dogs in Uttarakhand’s Dharali village to locate victims buried in debris after a cloudburst-triggered flash flood. At least four are dead and over 60 people feared trapped. Rescue operations are ongoing
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A goldsmith was murdered by his roommate in Musheerabad after repeated arguments. The victim, Shaik alias Hussain, died after being assaulted inside their home. Police have registered a case and launched an investigation
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Mid-day meal workers across Telangana will begin a two-day hunger strike from August 6, demanding payment of long-pending bills, salary arrears up to July 2025, and a monthly salary increase to Rs. 10,000.
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Justice K. Lakshman of the Telangana High Court has warned of disciplinary action, including suspension, against police personnel interfering in proceedings related to Bhoodan lands in Nagaram village, Rangareddy district.
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Protests have erupted across Tamil Nadu against the Vijay Deverakonda-starrer Telugu film ‘Kingdom’. The film, released on July 31, has drawn criticism from Tamil nationalist groups, particularly Naam Tamilar Katchi (NTK), for allegedly portraying Sri Lankan Tamils negatively.
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A woman in Medak district died by suicide after an alleged argument with her mother-in-law. Her relatives accused her husband and in-laws of harassment, triggering tension in Chandi village. Police have launched an investigation into the case
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With the elected government already in place and the security situation firmly under control, there is no justification for delaying statehood further
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BRS activists protested in Jagtial after power was cut during the live telecast of Harish Rao’s Kaleshwaram presentation. Party leaders alleged sabotage by the Congress. Traffic was briefly affected before police dispersed the protesters
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A road cave-in over a nala on Banjara Hills Road No. 1 led to a severe water shortage for 150 families in Maheshwari Towers. Residents blamed GHMC officials for failing to lift the tanker and resolve the supply disruption
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BJP State chief N Ramchander Rao termed the Congress’ BC quota protest a political drama, accusing the party of lacking sincerity. He said Congress had never made a BC leader CM, while the BJP had empowered 27 BC Union Ministers
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Donald Trump announced tariffs on imported pharmaceuticals could rise to 250 per cent within 18 months to push manufacturing back to the US. He also warned of increased tariffs on India, accusing it of reselling Russian oil and undermining US sanctions
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A rare banded krait was spotted for the first time in Kothagudem district at SCCL quarters in Manuguru. Experts confirmed its identity and significance, noting only a few previous sightings in Mulugu and Warangal regions in over a century
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Revanth Reddy and senior Congress leaders are in Delhi to demand Presidential assent for the BC quota Bill. The party plans a Jantar Mantar protest Wednesday, followed by a meeting with President Droupadi Murmu on Thursday
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BRS working president KT Rama Rao lashed out at Chief Minister Revanth Reddy over reports that the Congress government might discontinue Hyderabad's free drinking water scheme. KTR warned that any rollback would face strong opposition.
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A case under the SC, ST Atrocities Act was filed against Siddipet Congress leader Tumukunta Narsa Reddy after a party event in Gajwel turned tense. SC Cell leader Kommu Vijay Kumar accused him of casteist abuse during a scuffle
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Turning a critical constitutional issue into a stage for political optics undermines democratic spirit — and sends a troubling message about government’s priorities
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The ACB has warned government employees about fraudsters posing as ACB officials and making extortion calls. A complaint has been filed and staff have been asked to report such incidents to the ACB helpline 1064 or the nearest police station
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A 25-year-old car driver from Santoshnagar, Hyderabad, who was attacked by his friends following a petty quarrel on July 10, died on Tuesday while undergoing treatment. Police have registered a case and are investigating the incident
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Heavy rains hit the western parts of Hyderabad on Tuesday, with Serilingampally recording the city’s highest rainfall at 30.5 mm. While early rains were localized, by evening, showers extended across most city suburbs. The India Meteorological Department (IMD) has issued a yellow alert for heavy rain across Telangana.
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T Harish Rao slammed the Congress government’s criticism of the Kaleshwaram project, calling it a conspiracy to tarnish BRS and KCR. He said the BRS would restore Medigadda if voted back and accused Revanth Reddy of political vendetta
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In Khammam district, two gram panchayat secretaries were suspended after being found guilty of marking fake attendance through the Daily Sanitation Report (DSR) mobile app. They reportedly used their own photos to register presence without physically being at work.
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The Indian Institute of Chemical Technology (CSIR-IICT) celebrated its 82nd Foundation Day at its Hyderabad campus, highlighting its legacy and contributions to scientific research, technology transfer, and India's pharmaceutical advancements.
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A Karimnagar man was killed after herbicide was poured into his ear while he was drunk. His wife, in an affair with another man, allegedly plotted the murder with two others. All three accused have been arrested, police said.
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Mohd Mahbub (35), a history-sheeter with 13 cases against him, was stabbed to death by three unidentified persons near Goodwill Hotel in Yellammabanda on Tuesday. Police have registered a case and formed special teams to track down the killers