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A woman in Medipally allegedly fed acid to her four-year-old nephew over a family dispute. The child is undergoing treatment. Police registered a case after the victim’s parents lodged a complaint and are investigating the incident.
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Shubhankar Sharma fired an eight-under 64 to extend his lead to seven shots after round three of the Boulders Classic in Hyderabad. He stood at 20-under 196, ahead of Rashid Khan, Angad Cheema and Vishesh Sharma
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BRS leaders demanded action against Karnataka BJP MP Tejasvi Surya for equating Telangana’s formation with India’s Partition. They sought his suspension from Parliament and an apology, while criticising Telangana MPs from BJP and Congress for remaining silent on the issue
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A retired Army soldier foiled a chain-snatching attempt in Hyderabad’s Amberpet by overpowering the suspect and alerting police. The accused, a habitual offender, was taken into custody. Police Commissioner V C Sajjanar later honoured the retired soldier.
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An intermediate first-year student, Mekapothula Jahnavi, allegedly died by suicide at her residence in Narsapuram village of Mulakalapalli mandal in Kothagudem district. Police registered a case and began investigation after a complaint was filed by her father
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Prime Minister Narendra Modi urged all parties to unanimously pass the Women's Reservation Bill in Lok Sabha, emphasizing women’s representation in policymaking. He stressed no delays after decades, offered opposition credit, and highlighted upcoming delimitation and increased parliamentary capacity reforms
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Actor-turned-politician Vijay released the Tamilaga Vettri Kazhagam (TVK) manifesto for the 2026 Tamil Nadu Assembly elections, pledging a mix of welfare schemes and technology-led governance. The party also aims to transform Tamil Nadu into a $1.5 trillion economy by 2036.
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Cyberabad Municipal Corporation Commissioner G. Srijana inspected waste management systems and reviewed segregation, collection, and transfer points. She directed officials to ensure proper waste separation, prevent dumping, and maintain hygienic conditions to improve sanitation across the region.
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The GHMC will open the Shastripuram Road over Bridge in Hyderabad for public use on Friday. The project is expected to ease traffic congestion, reduce travel time by 30 minutes, and improve connectivity between Mailardevpally and Falaknuma.
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A coordination meeting between the Telangana government and South Central Railway was held in Hyderabad to review ongoing railway projects. Discussions included ROBs, RUBs, and a proposed high-speed rail corridor linking major cities, aiming to improve infrastructure development.
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The Supreme Court has ruled that voters in West Bengal whose names were deleted during judicial adjudication can still cast their votes if cleared by Appellate Tribunals up to 48 hours before polling. Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee welcomed the verdict, calling it a victory for democracy and urging party workers to assist voters in obtaining slips.
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An 11-year-old student at a government school in Film Nagar was allegedly injured during a midday meal after being struck by an ayah over taking extra eggs. Police have registered a case following a complaint by the child’s father.
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A 19-year-old telecaller in Ameerpet has alleged harassment by her manager after being taken to a movie and later confined in the office. Punjagutta police have registered a case and are investigating the incident based on her complaint.
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Two persons died and four others were injured in a multi-vehicle accident on the Khammam-Aswaraopet highway. A truck, auto-rickshaw, tractor trolley and an official vehicle were involved. The injured were shifted to Kothagudem hospital for treatment.
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The Anti-Corruption Bureau conducted surprise checks at 13 Mee Seva centres in Telangana and found irregularities, including blank certificates and overcharging of applicants. A case was registered in Alwal, and a report will be sent to the government for action.
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A passenger at Hyderabad’s RGIA airport was caught with $48,550 in cash, worth about ₹45.28 lakh. CISF officials found the money during baggage screening. The passenger, bound for Hong Kong, has been handed over to customs for investigation.
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Derek O'Brien accused the government of pushing a “delimitation agenda” through women’s quota bills, calling it a failed political plot. The Opposition strongly opposed the move in Parliament, arguing it is politically motivated and will be defeated in voting.
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NDA leaders defended the women’s reservation and delimitation bills, while Opposition parties raised concerns over federal balance and representation. The debate in Parliament highlighted sharp political differences over the implementation and implications of the proposed legislation
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The Tamil Nadu Police’s State Cyber Crime Wing has arrested three more individuals in connection with the leak of actor Vijay’s film Jana Nayagan, bringing the total arrests to nine. The accused allegedly stole reels from an editing studio and circulated pirated copies online.
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The Supreme Court has sought the Centre’s response on a PIL challenging provisions of the Muslim Personal Law Act, 1937, alleging they discriminate against women, particularly in inheritance, and violate the constitutional right to equality
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Maharashtra minister Nitesh Rane claimed the emergence of “corporate jihad” and suggested prioritising Hindu candidates in hiring, citing allegations of harassment and conversion attempts at a TCS unit in Nashik, where police have arrested several employees
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Telangana will continue to face a severe heatwave until April 20, with temperatures reaching 44°C. The IMD Hyderabad predicts relief afterward, with thunderstorms, rain, and gusty winds expected across several districts between April 20 and 21.
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Hyderabad is experiencing intense heatwave conditions, with temperatures rising between 40°C and 42°C in several areas, according to TSDPS. Multiple localities including Patancheru, Jubilee Hills, and Uppal recorded high temperatures, urging citizens to stay cautious during extreme heat.
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Tamil Nadu Chief Minister M K Stalin burnt a copy of the delimitation bill and called it a black law, alleging it would harm the state’s political representation, as protests by DMK and allies spread across Tamil Nadu
