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Telangana Rythu Sangham workers staged a protest in Khammam against reduced funding for the Sitarama Lift Irrigation Project, demanding higher allocation, compensation for displaced families and immediate steps to ensure the project’s timely completion.

The Telangana High Court has directed police to return Dileep Konatham’s passport, terming its seizure illegal and an abuse of power. The passport was taken after his arrest in 2025, despite a magistrate granting him bail.

Kshiv Chakave, a student of Narayana Schools, has achieved World No. 10 and India No. 3 rankings in the Under-6 chess category after securing third place at the LBHM All India Open FIDE Rated Chess Tournament with a FIDE rating of 1560.

India’s strategic petroleum reserves are currently filled to about 64 per cent of capacity, the Rajya Sabha was informed. The reserves can cover roughly 9.5 days of supply during disruptions, while the country continues diversifying crude imports amid West Asia tensions

Heated exchanges marked the Telangana Assembly budget discussion as BRS leader T Harish Rao accused the ruling Congress of silencing the Opposition amid repeated interruptions by Ministers, triggering protests and sharp arguments between both sides.

The Supreme Court criticised the handling of a four-year-old rape victim in Gurugram, calling the probe insensitive. It summoned senior police officials, sought responses from authorities, and flagged serious lapses in the examination and treatment of the traumatised child

Turmeric prices have dropped by around Rs 2,000 per quintal as exports to West Asia slow due to the ongoing Iran-Israel-US conflict. Farmers allege traders are exploiting the situation, while production remains high in Telangana.

The RBI has announced the Monetary Policy Committee meeting schedule for FY27, with six meetings planned and the first rate decision set for April 6–8. A review of the inflation target framework is also due by March 2026

Indian stock markets plunged sharply, with Sensex falling 1,836 points and Nifty dropping below 22,600, amid weak global cues, rising crude oil prices, and escalating Middle East tensions. Continued FII outflows and rupee weakness further dampened investor sentiment

Prime Minister Narendra Modi told Parliament that the West Asia conflict could persist for a long time, urging national unity and preparedness. He highlighted India’s diplomatic efforts, energy security measures, evacuation of citizens, and strategies to safeguard the economy and supply chains

Two Indian LPG tankers carrying a day’s cooking gas supply safely crossed the Strait of Hormuz amid tensions in West Asia. The government said efforts are ongoing to ensure safe passage for all stranded vessels and protect energy supplies

Traffic restrictions are likely to be imposed on Uppal main road as authorities prepare for construction of the long-delayed Uppal–Narapally elevated corridor. Traffic police are finalising diversion plans, with the project expected to ease congestion and be completed by Dasara 2026.

Hyderabad Police will deploy around 3,000 personnel, supported by CCTV cameras and drones, for the Sri Rama Navami Shobha Yatra. Officials reviewed arrangements and urged organisers to conduct trial runs while maintaining low noise levels and communal harmony.

The AIADMK-led NDA in Tamil Nadu finalised seat-sharing for the April 23 Assembly polls, allotting 56 seats to BJP, PMK and AMMK. Edappadi K Palaniswami expressed confidence that the alliance would secure a decisive victory

A gas supply shortage in Siddipet has led several hotels to use domestic LPG cylinders for commercial purposes. Officials conducted raids on Monday and seized 24 cylinders from 14 establishments for violating regulations.

President Trump extended Iran’s deadline to reopen the Strait of Hormuz, pausing threatened strikes on power plants. Iran denied negotiations. The conflict has killed thousands, destabilized energy markets, and intensified regional tensions involving Israel, Lebanon, and Gulf nations

A mysterious blast outside a former sarpanch’s house in Jammu and Kashmir’s Samba district damaged property but caused no casualties. NIA and NSG teams visited the site as forensic experts collected samples to determine the cause

The RBI bulletin said the West Asia conflict and fresh US trade investigations have increased volatility in global markets. It noted India’s economy remains resilient, with adequate forex reserves and improving economic activity despite rising inflation

Shahalibanda police have opened rowdy sheets against three absconding youths—Shahbaz Khan, Arbaz Khan, and Shahed Khan—sons of notorious rowdy-sheeter Ayub Khan. The trio is allegedly involved in serious offences, including attempt to murder, and police are searching for them.

Congress leader Rahul Gandhi criticised the BJP and RSS over the use of the term ‘Vanvasis’ for tribals and reiterated his demand for a caste census. He also attacked the government over the India-US interim trade deal

Harish Rao alleged a rice export scam involving the Philippines deal and sought a House probe. The government denied the claims, shared export figures, and avoided some queries, leading to protests by the BRS members.

Andhra Pradesh Chief Minister N Chandrababu Naidu laid the foundation for a Rs 1.36 lakh-crore AM/NS India steel plant in Anakapalli district. The project will be developed in phases and is expected to generate one lakh jobs

A stray wild boar entered Siddipet town and attacked at least three people in the Patelpura area. The injured were shifted to a hospital, while villagers urged forest officials to take action against frequent attacks in agricultural fields.

A dispute over repayment of a Rs one lakh loan led to a clash in Kalivemula village of Sangareddy, where a man was attacked with a toddy bottle and injured. Police have registered a case and begun an investigation