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The 90th anniversary of All India Radio was celebrated at the AIR Adilabad station with a walkathon, cultural programmes and tributes to its contribution in spreading awareness about welfare schemes and preserving tribal culture among remote communities in the district
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Political developments involving Bandi Sanjay Kumar in Telangana and K Annamalai in Tamil Nadu have intensified discussions on whether the BJP is pursuing a long-term strategy to weaken strong regional parties before attempting independent expansion across southern Indian states
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Three youngsters were injured after their two-wheeler collided with an oncoming lorry at Lonavelli village in Kumram Bheem Asifabad district. The injured were shifted to a hospital in Karimnagar, where one of them is reported to be in critical condition
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TiE Hyderabad organised the TiE Women Roadshow at T-Works in Hyderabad to encourage women entrepreneurship and promote the upcoming TiE Women 2026 programme. The initiative offers mentorship, networking, investor access and startup support, with applications open for women entrepreneurs across Telangana
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TalentSprint and IIM Jammu have partnered to launch a four-year eBBA (Honours) degree programme aimed at combining academic excellence with industry relevance. The course focuses on business fundamentals, technology awareness and career readiness in a rapidly evolving digital economy
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Prime Minister Narendra Modi, in an article marking 75 years of the restored Somnath Temple, said Bharat is united by a deep sense of oneness and highlighted the temple’s role as a symbol of India’s resilience, cultural continuity and civilisational strength
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Elangbam Johnson resigned from the Bharatiya Janata Party citing failure of the state government to meet people’s aspirations amid ongoing ethnic conflict in Manipur since May 2023, which has killed over 260 people and displaced thousands
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Supporters of Congress leaders V D Satheesan, K C Venugopal and Ramesh Chennithala intensified campaigns on streets and social media as the party high command began the process of selecting Kerala’s next Chief Minister following discussions with MLAs and alliance leaders
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T K S Elangovan said DMK will wait until May 10 deadline set by Governor for C. Joseph Vijay to form government in Tamil Nadu. He ruled out immediate decisions on alternative alliances, including support to AIADMK, amid ongoing political uncertainty
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Investigators probing the Shahzad Bhatti module have found that alleged ISI-linked operatives planned attacks on a Delhi temple, a dhaba on the Delhi-Sonipat highway and a military camp in Haryana. Police said reconnaissance videos and photographs were shared with Pakistan-based handlers
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The CPI extended unconditional support to C. Joseph Vijay-led TVK for government formation in Tamil Nadu. With 108 seats, TVK fell short of majority after the April 23 polls and seeks backing from allies to reach 118
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Police in West Bengal intensified surveillance in border districts as investigators suspect interstate professional shooters were involved in the murder of BJP leader Suvendu Adhikari’s aide Chandranath Rath. Investigators are also probing the role of local criminals in assisting the attackers
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A Hyderabad-based pulmonologist has urged the Centre to take proactive measures following the Andes hantavirus outbreak aboard MV Hondius, warning that long Covid patients may face a higher risk of severe illness and calling for traveller monitoring, rodent control and public awareness
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Kanimozhi Karunanidhi has sought separate seating for DMK MPs in the Lok Sabha after the breakdown of its alliance with Congress. The move follows political realignment in Tamil Nadu after elections and reflects growing distance between the two parties
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The Supreme Court of India said alleged ₹27,337 crore banking fraud involving Anil Dhirubhai Ambani Group requires thorough investigation. The court discussed CBI and ED findings, rejected sensationalism, and indicated possible monitoring of probe while stressing timely, transparent investigation
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A Hyderabad-based CCMB study tracking tigers across five major Indian reserves found that human disturbance and tourism increase stress levels in tigers and affect breeding behaviour. Researchers recommended stricter regulation of safari vehicles, timings and tourism activities in core forest areas
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Suvendu Adhikari was elected leader of the BJP legislature party in West Bengal, with Union Home Minister Amit Shah announcing the decision. He is set to become the state’s first BJP Chief Minister, with swearing-in scheduled on May 9
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An AIMIM corporator Matin Patel is accused of sheltering Nida Khan, a key suspect in a sexual harassment and religious coercion case at TCS’s Nashik unit. Police arrested Khan in a joint operation after interrogating Patel, who allegedly revealed her location
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The Indian School of Business welcomed 839 students to its PGP Class of 2027 across Hyderabad and Mohali campuses. The batch includes professionals from diverse industries and backgrounds, with women accounting for more than 45 per cent of the cohort
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A KSRTC bus travelling from Davanagere to Honnali allegedly toppled after its rear axle broke, killing 23-year-old college student Darshan and injuring around 45 passengers. Six seriously injured victims were shifted to hospital, while police registered a negligence case against the bus driver
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Telangana registered the highest number of human trafficking cases in the country in 2024, according to NCRB data. While police rescued 812 persons during anti-trafficking operations, the conviction rate remained poor, with only two convictions recorded in cases that reached courts
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NCRB data for 2024 revealed that 99.9 per cent of suspects in POCSO cases in Telangana were known to the victims, including family members, neighbours and friends. More than 2,100 girls were recorded as victims of sexual crimes during the year
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Unseasonal rain accompanied by strong winds damaged standing crops across the erstwhile Karimnagar district. Paddy stored at procurement centres and crops awaiting transport were soaked in rainwater, while mango orchards in Peddapalli and Jagtial districts also suffered damage
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Residents of Hyderabad’s CURE area have been asked to complete Census 2027 self-enumeration before the May 10 deadline. Officials said door-to-door field verification by Census enumerators wearing blue attire and carrying ID cards will begin from May 11
