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Congress leaders and social media users have criticised the Telangana government and police for delaying action in the POCSO case against Union Minister Bandi Sanjay’s son, intensifying political heat around Chief Minister Revanth Reddy’s handling of the issue.

Telangana Students Joint Action Committee staged a protest in Hyderabad against the Central government over the NEET-UG 2026 paper leak. Former Minister V. Srinivas Goud demanded the disbanding of the NTA and resignation of the Union Education Minister, citing the uncertainty faced by deserving students.

The Prime Minister’s appeal for austerity reflects growing concern that the Iran conflict is emerging as an economic threat capable of driving up inflation, fuel prices and household costs across India

Farmers across Telangana are staging protests over delays in paddy procurement, citing shortages of gunny bags and trucks. In Yadadri‑Bhuvanagiri and Nalgonda, paddy sacks were burnt in anger. Maize farmers, too, face severe distress as procurement has not begun despite heavy losses from unseasonal rains.

Gujarat Titans defeated Sunrisers Hyderabad by 82 runs in Ahmedabad, climbing to the top of the IPL points table. Sai Sudharsan and Washington Sundar scored fifties, while Kagiso Rabada and Jason Holder dismantled SRH’s batting in a dominant all-round display

In a parliamentary democracy, the legitimacy to govern is determined on the floor of the House, not through gubernatorial discretion or political speculation

Raghunathapalem village in Khammam district is set to become Telangana’s first pilot solar village, with rooftop solar systems planned for every household. District Collector Divakara TS inspected the ongoing installations and directed officials to expand solar infrastructure to public buildings and community spaces.

Despite reforms and technology‑driven surveillance measures, the Department of Mines and Geology and Telangana Mineral Development Corporation Limited continue to face declining revenues. Auctions of limestone blocks and sand bazaars have not offset sluggish revenue generation, while illegal mining and unauthorised crushing units persist across Telangana.

BRS chief K. Chandrashekar Rao chaired a six-hour meeting at Erravelli, finalising district-level incharges and launching a digital membership enrolment drive as part of a major organisational restructuring across Telangana.

BRS leader R.S. Praveen Kumar has challenged Union Minister Bandi Sanjay to surrender his son Sai Bageerath to police in connection with a POCSO case, urging devotees at the Hanuman Jayanti Ekta Yatra to question Sanjay over the allegations.

Telangana police have toughened charges against Union Minister Bandi Sanjay’s son, Bandi Sai Bageerath, in the POCSO case, invoking stringent non-bailable provisions carrying a minimum 20-year sentence.

India’s Young Tigresses suffered a 0-3 defeat to hosts China PR in the AFC U-17 Women’s Asian Cup quarter-finals, ending their FIFA World Cup qualification hopes. Despite the loss, the team achieved India’s best-ever performance by reaching the last eight

Chidvilas Sai Surapaneni clinched the 240th Brilliant Trophy Classical Chess Tournament title at Dilsukhnagar after defeating Santosh Sai Karthik Kandi on tie-break following a tied finish with 7.5 points. Sricharan Sandipagu secured third place in the tournament

Union Minister Bandi Sanjay Kumar, speaking at a Hindu Ekta Yatra in Karimnagar, vowed to take revenge on those who conspired against his family. His remarks came amid the POCSO case against his son Bhageerath, with the minister stressing respect for law while admitting personal failings in neglecting his family.

Lakshay Phogat emerged as India’s lone finalist at the Asian Boxing U-17 Championships in Tashkent after a dominant semifinal win in the 75kg category. Four other Indian boxers settled for bronze medals following defeats in their respective semifinal bouts

Attapur police arrested a man for fraudulently using another vehicle’s registration number to evade traffic fines. The accused had used a Mumbai car’s number plate, leading to challans being wrongly reflected against its owner.

Humanscale has emerged as the most decorated brand in the office furniture category after winning multiple iF and Red Dot Design Awards in 2026, underscoring its focus on ergonomic innovation, sustainability, and collaboration with leading designers.

The Kothagudem police have intensified measures against illegal cattle transportation ahead of Bakrid, setting up inter-State and inter-district check-posts with round-the-clock surveillance.

Former West Bengal minister Sujit Bose was remanded to ED custody till May 21 in the municipal recruitment scam case. The agency alleged he gave contradictory statements and was linked to irregular civic appointments, financial discrepancies, and recommendation of candidates during investigations

Bakka Judson, social activist and former Congress leader, staged a protest at the Telangana DGP office demanding the arrest of Bandi Sai Bhageerath in a POCSO case. He accused the police of shielding influential suspects while targeting the poor.

Fencers from Deccan Fencing Club have been selected to represent Telangana at the 21st Cadet National Fencing Championship in Rudrapur, Uttarakhand. The athletes impressed at the Telangana Cadet Selection Trials with medal-winning performances in foil and epee events

The IMD, Hyderabad has warned of rising temperatures and intense heatwave conditions across Telangana over the next four days. Several districts are expected to record temperatures between 41 degrees Celsius and 44 degrees Celsius, while dry weather is likely to prevail statewide.

The Hyderabad Professional Premier League Season 1, a corporate box cricket tournament exclusively for the Company Secretary fraternity, was launched in Hyderabad. Featuring 22 teams, the event aims to promote mental wellness, fitness and professional bonding through sport over a three-week competition

The Supreme Court of India ruled that a qualified woman pursuing her career and ensuring a stable environment for her child cannot be termed “cruelty” or “desertion.” The court criticised patriarchal assumptions and upheld women’s autonomy, dignity, and professional identity within marriage