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Former Minister T Harish Rao emphasised that Telangana’s statehood would not have been possible without the formation of the Bharat Rashtra Samithi (BRS) in 2001. He extended greetings to activists, cadres, and citizens on the party’s 25th foundation day.

Telangana once ranked among India’s fastest-growing economies with rising GSDP, income, and strong rural demand. But signs of slowdown are now visible. What changed in the State’s money flow, welfare spending, revenue growth, and employment cycle? Full breakdown explained

A 21-year-old delivery worker was shot dead in Delhi’s Jaffarpur Kalan during a late-night altercation, allegedly by a head constable. The bullet passed through the victim and injured his friend. Police have registered a case and launched a manhunt

India’s peak electricity demand hit a record 256.11 GW amid an intense heatwave, driven by rising cooling needs. The India Meteorological Department warns of worsening heat conditions, with demand expected to touch 270 GW this summer

Telangana is set to experience a volatile weather pattern over the coming week, with maximum temperatures rising to 44°C alongside recurring thunderstorms. The IMD has issued warnings for lightning, gusty winds, and thundershowers across multiple districts until May 1, 2026.

FIDE-rated S Srujan Keerthan won the PICA prize money chess tournament in Hyderabad with a perfect five points. Several players secured top positions across open, veterans, women and age-group categories in the competition

A delegation of 32 international observers from 16 countries and International Institute for Democracy and Electoral Assistance praised India’s election process in West Bengal and Tamil Nadu, calling it a “festival of democracy” and commending the Election Commission of India for efficient and inclusive polling management

BRS working president KT Rama Rao launched a scathing attack on Telangana Chief Minister A Revanth Reddy, accusing him of criticising BRS chief K Chandrasekhar Rao due to an identity crisis. Rama Rao alleged that the Congress government borrowed Rs. 3.70 lakh crore in two-and-a-half years but failed to deliver development.

Amit Shah praised Narendra Modi’s anti-terror policies at a West Bengal rally, alleging past governments were soft on terror. He also promised action against “infiltrators,” cow smuggling, and claimed early electoral gains for BJP

Activists staged a protest in Hyderabad demanding public consultation before construction of flyovers near KBR Park. They raised concerns over tree felling, environmental impact and alleged violations of procedures, calling for a halt until proper studies and clearances are completed

At Osmania University’s 109th Foundation Day, economist Mohan Guruswamy warned that unchecked adoption of Artificial Intelligence could weaken the public education sector. He criticised the rise of a "Social Elite" in private institutions where wealth overshadows merit, urging policymakers to safeguard meritocracy.

The Telangana Football Association will organise the Asmita Women’s under-16 football league in Mancherial from April 27 to 30. Eight teams, including Telangana State Sports School and Karimnagar FA, will take part in the tournament

B Radha Krishna’s five-wicket haul was the highlight of the HCA D-Division one-day league matches in Hyderabad. Several teams, including Air India and NFC, registered wins in a series of competitive encounters on Sunday

Anna Hazare called for a strict law to prevent elected leaders from switching parties and urged voters to think carefully before voting. He criticised political defections, calling them driven by selfish interests and harmful to society and governance

Trinamool Congress MP Yusuf Pathan cast his vote in Vadodara during Gujarat’s local body elections, remarking that the BJP is likely to remain in power in the state for the next 40–50 years due to strong public support and governance.

The Supreme Court has ruled that courts can reject anticipatory bail but cannot direct an accused to surrender. It said such directions are beyond jurisdiction while hearing a case involving cheating and forgery linked to a land dispute

India advised citizens to avoid travel to Iran due to partially open airspace, while assisting evacuation of 2,445 Indians via land routes. Gulf carriers continue limited flights to India as regional aviation gradually stabilises under safety restrictions

The Ministry of Home Affairs has scheduled a sub-committee meeting on May 22 to resume political dialogue with Ladakh groups. The talks aim to address demands including statehood and Sixth Schedule status amid continued engagement with LAB and KDA

Sporadic clashes were reported in Howrah and Haroa ahead of the second phase of West Bengal assembly polls. TMC, BJP and ISF supporters were involved in incidents, with one police officer injured while trying to control the situation

Union Home Minister Amit Shah said the BJP will end goonda raj and syndicate raj in West Bengal if voted to power. He claimed strong gains in the first phase and assured voters of safety and action against infiltrators

Hyderabad’s BMJRFT has successfully replaced 129 dialysis machines worth Rs 12 crore with the help of donor contributions. The Trust, known for offering dialysis sessions at Rs 300 compared to much higher costs in corporate hospitals, extended the lifespan of its machines through efficient management before replacing them.

The Bombay High Court ruled that parrots are wild animals under the Wild Life Act and directed the Maharashtra government to compensate a farmer for crop damage, stating that losses caused by protected species must be reimbursed

The PDs and PETs Association of Telangana social welfare colleges has urged the government to reconsider assigning caretaker duties to physical directors during summer vacation, citing increased workload and impact on their entitled break

Authorities in Sant Kabir Nagar began demolishing an allegedly illegal madrassa linked to UK-based cleric Shamshul Huda Khan after court appeals were dismissed. The action follows investigations by multiple agencies over alleged illegal funding and suspected extremist links