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BRS working president K T Rama Rao demanded that the State Cabinet prioritise the agrarian crisis and paddy procurement delays. Alleging severe hardship faced by farmers, he warned of statewide protests if the Congress government failed to announce immediate corrective measures.

Hockey India announced an 18-member squad for the U-18 Men’s Asia Cup 2026 in Japan. Captain Ketan Kushwaha will lead the team, which is placed in Pool A with South Korea, Japan, Chinese Taipei and Kazakhstan. Tournament begins May 29.

The ACB conducted searches at properties linked to Medchal deputy collector Vamsi Mohan over allegations of disproportionate assets. Officials raided eight locations and found suspected land transfers and gift deeds involving relatives and a realtor, with investigation underway.

Dinesh Karthik has cautioned against comparing 14-year-old IPL sensation Vaibhav Suryavanshi with Sachin Tendulkar, urging patience amid growing hype. He said the Rajasthan Royals youngster must be allowed to develop naturally while managing modern pressures beyond the cricket field.

Two teenagers drowned in the Manair river on the outskirts of Sircilla town after going for a swim on Friday. The victims, aged 18 and 17, were retrieved from the river. Police have registered a case and begun investigation.

Hyderabad’s food truck culture is reshaping casual dining, offering everything from spicy street-style Chinese to artisanal wood-fired pizzas. Popular spots like Salsa Food Truck, ABCD Food Truck and Proof’d Pizza are drawing crowds with affordable, late-night comfort food options.

Mohammed Siraj and Kagiso Rabada set the tone with early wickets as Gujarat Titans thrashed Chennai Super Kings by 89 runs to seal a top-two finish in IPL 2026. Sanjay Bangar praised their impact alongside Jos Buttler’s explosive batting display.

Farmers in Khammam district locked the Chintakani Primary Agriculture Cooperative Society office protesting delays in transporting weighed maize stocks. They alleged bias in truck allocation and demanded immediate intervention by officials, warning that delays were leading to losses and stock damage.

A man was killed and two others seriously injured after a car lost control and rammed into a roadside steel barrier at Tipparam in Siddipet district. The deceased succumbed to injuries in hospital. Police have registered a case.

The historic Medak fort is set for a major restoration with a Rs 10 crore project aimed at conservation and tourism development. Authorities plan visitor amenities, a ropeway proposal, and a regional tourist circuit linking key heritage and religious sites.

The historic Medak fort is set for a major restoration with a Rs 10 crore project aimed at conservation and tourism development. Authorities plan visitor amenities, a ropeway proposal, and a regional tourist circuit linking key heritage and religious sites.

Heavy rain accompanied by strong winds caused widespread damage across parts of the erstwhile Mahabubnagar district on Thursday night. Houses and cattle sheds were damaged, three cows were killed by lightning, and maize stocks at Achampet Market Yard were soaked.

The DGGI has uncovered alleged GST evasion worth Rs 16.96 crore in Karimnagar’s granite industry. Officials arrested a fake agency operator accused of generating bogus invoices and waybills to transport and export granite worth nearly Rs 100 crore without proper tax payments.

The rupee strengthened by 18 paise against the US dollar in early trade on Friday, aided by softer crude oil prices, hopes of easing geopolitical tensions and RBI intervention measures. Markets also reacted positively to signals of constructive diplomatic talks involving Iran.

A two-day UNESCO round table at Amrita Vishwa Vidyapeetham, Kerala, brought together representatives from South Asia to discuss regional priorities including climate change, digital transformation, AI ethics, and gender equality.

Priyanka Chopra Jonas shared glimpses of enjoying Hyderabad’s famous Himayat mangoes while shooting for S.S. Rajamouli’s upcoming film ‘Varanasi’. The actress posted photos and videos on Instagram, showcasing her foodie side amid her hectic schedule and ongoing film commitments.

Union Home Minister Amit Shah, Union Minister Nitin Gadkari and Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath paid tributes to social reformer Raja Ram Mohan Roy on his birth anniversary, praising his role in social reform, modern education, rational thought and nation-building in India.

A 24-year-old man was booked under the POCSO Act in Hyderabad’s Alwal after allegedly sexually assaulting a 15-year-old girl multiple times. Police said the accused was living with the victim’s mother, and the case surfaced after suspicion raised by the girl’s uncle.

Prime Minister Narendra Modi chaired a marathon meeting of the Council of Ministers, urging ministers to accelerate reforms, improve ease of living and governance, and work towards the ‘Viksit Bharat 2047’ vision ahead of the government completing 12 years at the Centre.

Bollywood actress Aishwarya Rai Bachchan departed for the Cannes Film Festival 2026 with daughter Aaradhya Bachchan. The mother-daughter duo twinned in black at Mumbai airport as fans eagerly awaited Aishwarya’s iconic red carpet appearance at the prestigious international film festival.

US President Donald Trump and Secretary of State Marco Rubio intensified pressure on Cuba, calling it a failed state and a national security threat. The administration cited Russian and Chinese influence, while signalling humanitarian support only through independent groups and not regime-linked entities.

Punjab Police arrested Baljit Singh from Pathankot for allegedly spying for Pakistan-based handlers. He had installed an internet-enabled CCTV camera near NH-44 to monitor army and paramilitary movements and was transmitting live feeds across the border.

Actor Soniya Bansal, famed for Bigg Boss 17, made her debut at the 79th Cannes Film Festival representing her environmental film The Last Breath. She walked the red carpet in a Dolly J pastel pink lehenga-saree inspired by Radha Rani.