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Trai has proposed new rules allowing telecom operators to disconnect all phone connections of callers flagged for spam by AI systems, even without customer complaints. Repeat violators could face year-long disconnection and device blocking under the draft telecom commercial communications regulations

The government introduced the Transgender Persons (Protection of Rights) Amendment Bill in the Lok Sabha seeking a precise definition of “transgender” and excluding different sexual orientations and self-perceived identities. The Bill also proposes graded punishments for serious offences against transgender persons

A young man identified as Ahmed alias Ameer was stabbed to death by unidentified assailants in Mirchowk, Hyderabad, on Friday night. Police detained three people, including a woman, and are investigating financial and personal dispute angles

A 78-year-old man, Kalvakota Vijayender Rao, died of starvation in Garshakurthy village of Karimnagar district. Once from a landlord family, he lived alone in poverty, struggled with illness and lack of food, and was unable to withdraw his pension

Telangana Director General of Police B Shivadhar Reddy expressed grief over the demise of former undivided Andhra Pradesh DGP H J Dora, recalling his contributions to police training, welfare initiatives and strategies that strengthened the force during the fight against Naxalism

TGSRTC unions issued a strike notice to the Telangana government, citing delays in key promises including RTC merger with the government, wage revisions and trade union rights. Leaders warned against alleged privatisation and demanded purchase of electric buses

Andhra Pradesh Chief Minister Chandrababu Naidu disbursed over Rs 2,500 crore to nearly 47 lakh farmers under the Annadata Sukhibava-PM Kishan welfare scheme. The payment represents the third tranche of financial assistance promised during the 2024 elections

IndiGo will introduce fuel charges ranging from Rs 425 to Rs 2,300 on domestic and international flight tickets from March 14 due to rising jet fuel prices triggered by geopolitical tensions in the Middle East.

Political leaders across parties reacted after Prime Minister Narendra Modi spoke with Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian on rising West Asia tensions, with some welcoming the outreach while others raised concerns about India’s foreign policy and regional developments.

Amid fears of horse-trading before the Rajya Sabha elections, the Congress has shifted nine of its 14 MLAs from Odisha to Bengaluru. Party leaders said the move was a precautionary measure to prevent poaching and ensure unity during voting.

The Enforcement Directorate has attached two immovable properties worth Rs 35.05 crore in a bank fraud case involving BNR Infra & Leasing and Elite Infra Projects Pvt Ltd. The case relates to fraudulent loans from SBI and Bank of Maharashtra

An unidentified man allegedly jumped from Secunderabad East Metro Station in Hyderabad on Friday evening, triggering panic among commuters. He suffered serious injuries and later died at Gandhi Hospital. Police have launched an investigation and are trying to establish his identity

Cybercrime officials have warned that fraudsters are exploiting public concerns over LPG cylinder shortages by running fake advertisements offering immediate gas delivery. Citizens have been urged to book cylinders only through official platforms and avoid sharing financial details online.

One of the 28 Indian-flagged vessels stranded in the Strait of Hormuz amid the West Asia conflict has sailed away safely. Authorities said the tanker Jag Prakash has departed the eastern side of the strait and is headed to Tanzania

Climate scientist Dr M N Rajeevan has warned of a possible strong El Nino event in 2026 that could affect India’s monsoon. However, a positive Indian Ocean Dipole may partly offset its impact and help maintain near-normal rainfall.

ACB officials raided the medical reimbursement section of the government hospital in Medak after corruption allegations against the section superintendent. Officials found 116 bills pending and irregularities in processing procedures. A report with evidence will be submitted to health department authorities

BRS chief K Chandrashekhar Rao condoled the deaths of former MLA Kondegari Ramulu and former DGP H J Dora, recalling their public service. KT Rama Rao also paid tribute, praising Ramulu’s simple lifestyle and remembering Dora’s contributions to policing.

Kothagudem police organised a free mega medical camp for migrant Guthikoya families in Niladripetagandi village. Around 300 adivasis received treatment and medicines, while solar street lights and educational materials were distributed to improve living conditions in the villages.

A 36-year-old man died while his wife and six-year-old son sustained serious injuries after a speeding lorry hit their two-wheeler on NH-161 at Sangupet in Andole mandal of Sangareddy district. The injured were shifted to Jogipet hospital

Around 300 residents of colonies near Hydershakote in Bandlaguda Jagir staged a silent protest against displacement under the Gandhi Sarovar project linked to the Musi Riverfront Development Project, raising concerns over the impact on their houses.

The Telangana government has formed state and district-level committees to monitor LPG supply and address shortages. Civil Supplies Minister N Uttam Kumar Reddy assured consumers of uninterrupted distribution and urged people to avoid panic booking amid Middle East tensions

Telugu actor Rajendra Prasad has apologised for a remark about former Tamil Nadu Chief Minister and legendary actor M G Ramachandran, saying it was inadvertent. His apology came after Tamil film personalities urged him to clarify the comment

Four members of an Adilabad cooperative society were arrested for allegedly threatening chairman Konduri Rakender and manager Ragam Ramesh over loan repayments. The accused reportedly extorted Rs 20,000 on three occasions under the banner of tribal rights group Tudum Debba.

BRS leader S. Ravinder Singh alleged that development works in Karimnagar Municipal Corporation have stalled due to demands for a 10 percent commission. Despite administrative sanction of Rs 50 crore, around 20 tenders remain unopened, raising concerns over transparency and delays.