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Hyderabad para-swimmer Karthik Agneya Kolli, 16, won gold in the six-km Cannonball Swimathon in Gurugram. The neurodiverse swimmer completed the gruelling race in 1 hour and 52 minutes, leading from the early stages against adult professional swimmers

The Telangana Employees Joint Action Committee (TG EJAC) has clarified that its agitation over employees’, teachers’ and pensioners’ demands has only been paused temporarily and will resume in a phased manner.

Two Hyderabad families have donated the organs of their loved ones after they were declared brain dead, under the State-run Jeevandan initiative. Entrepreneur Madugula Deepthi Reddy and homemaker Sharada Neerudi together gave eight organs, offering a new lease of life to several patients.

The Telangana government has ordered speedy disposal of pending Urban Land Ceiling applications, directing officials to examine cases filed under various government orders. Revenue Minister Ponguleti Srinivas Reddy said the move would help resolve property-related issues and facilitate eligible registrations

BRS working president KT Rama Rao demanded an immediate crop loss survey and compensation for farmers in erstwhile Mahabubnagar district, alleging irrigation and power supply shortages had damaged crops. He sought a special relief package for affected farmers

The Telangana Residential Social Welfare Teachers’ Union has urged the State government to implement the long‑pending decision to enhance remuneration for 2,399 part‑time teachers in SC Gurukul institutions.

EESL will showcase India's experience in energy efficiency and clean-energy programmes during an international study tour in Ravensburg, Germany. The organisation will highlight initiatives across Andhra Pradesh, Telangana and Maharashtra, including Telangana's LED street-lighting project covering nearly 5.5 lakh lights

BRS general secretary T Jeevan Reddy has demanded that the State government lift Godavari water through the Annaram and Sundilla barrages to meet irrigation and drinking needs, citing delays in repairs to the Medigadda barrage.

Former minister T Harish Rao urged the irrigation department to operate Kaleshwaram Lift Irrigation Scheme pumps continuously and fill Ranganayaka Sagar to its maximum level. He also sought water releases through both canals to meet farmers' requirements

Former minister T Harish Rao urged constable job aspirants in Siddipet to focus on written and physical examinations and avoid mobile phones and social media until the November 29 test. He also inaugurated a free coaching centre named after K Chandrashekhar Rao

The Khairatabad Assembly Constituency is headed for a by-election following the Supreme Court’s dismissal of former MLA Danam Nagender’s plea against disqualification. The Special Intensive Revision of electoral rolls has drastically reduced the electorate, with over 1.23 lakh names excluded and thousands served notices.

The BRS has begun preparations for the Khairatabad Assembly bypoll and two Graduate MLC elections, assessing candidates, strengthening its organisation and focusing on voter enrolment. The party is also holding district-level meetings ahead of the formal election schedules

BRS working president KT Rama Rao has sought a white paper on Sircilla's development and details of an alleged 8,000-acre government land takeover ahead of Chief Minister Revanth Reddy's visit, while raising demands concerning weavers, farmers and welfare schemes

A car was completely gutted after catching fire while travelling on the Hyderabad-Bengaluru National Highway near Shamshabad on Sunday. The driver escaped after noticing smoke and flames, while firefighters later doused the blaze. Traffic movement was temporarily affected

BRS Minority Cell general secretary Abdul Muqeet Mohiuddin Chanda highlighted development and welfare programmes implemented during the KCR government and expressed confidence in the party's prospects in the Khairatabad Assembly bypoll whenever it is conducted

At least 27 people were killed in two separate mass shootings within hours in South African townships near Johannesburg and Cape Town. Eight gunmen armed with AK-47s and pistols attacked a bar in Wedela township late Saturday, killing 17, while another shooting early Sunday in Lwandle township left 10 dead.

Hyderabad’s rowdy sheeters are increasingly using social media to project images of power and influence through flashy photographs, expensive cars and edited reels. Social workers warn that such content can glamorise crime and influence youngsters, prompting calls for closer online monitoring.

Telangana Secondary Grade Teachers Union leaders demanded amendments to GO MS No. 25 and announced an indefinite hunger strike on October 2. They also sought two SGTs per primary school, pending DA payments, PRC implementation and other service-related benefits

The Forum for a Better Hyderabad marked World Rivers Day with a visit to the Singur Dam Project, where students, faculty and conservation enthusiasts learnt about the Manjeera River, water supply, irrigation, power generation, archaeology and regional heritage

Defence Minister Rajnath Singh said India wants peace but will not compromise on national security, warning it is prepared for strikes against terrorists if a neighbouring country continues to promote terrorism. He also stressed future-ready defence capabilities and self-reliance

Banking services may face disruption from September 28 to 30 as bank unions launch a nationwide strike seeking a five-day working week and other demands. Digital banking services are expected to remain available, while branch operations may be affected

Tamil Nadu Chief Minister C Joseph Vijay announced a Rs 50 lakh incentive for squash player Abhay Singh after his silver medal in men's singles at the Asian Games in Japan. Singh previously helped India win team gold at Hangzhou

Telangana’s southwest monsoon is ending on a deficit note, with the State recording 615.3 mm rainfall against a normal 726.7 mm between June 1 and September 27. Sixteen of 33 districts remained deficient, while no major rain spell was forecast.

Singapore Foreign Minister Vivian Balakrishnan has called for discussions on a UN convention on artificial intelligence, warning of risks from autonomous systems, malicious use and threats to public trust. He also backed continued AI development alongside stronger safeguards and training