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The Telangana Cricket Association has demanded the scrapping of Hyderabad’s Ranji Trophy squad, alleging selection irregularities and neglect of district-level talent. It threatened a mass protest at BCCI headquarters and plans to recommend outstanding performers from its Under-19 State League Championship.

Postgraduate students of Kakatiya Medical College’s Department of Forensic Medicine have accused their professor and HoD of allegedly demanding money for thesis records and practical examinations. An enquiry committee submitted its report, while KMC authorities referred it to the State government

Former OSD Narla Sumanth’s father attempted suicide in Hanamkonda, reportedly distressed over the alleged harassment of his son. Sumanth’s wife, Dr Manisha, alleged that police falsely booked him in an extortion case and harassed family members

Governor Shiv Pratap Shukla has given in-principle approval for Kakatiya University’s 24th Convocation to be held in November. KU Vice-Chancellor K. Pratap Reddy invited the Governor during a meeting at Lok Bhavan in Hyderabad on Monday.

Carmel Convent High School student Srinidhi from Mancherial has been selected for the south zone athletic meet in Puducherry from September 15 to 16. She earned selection after excelling in a State-level competition held in Hanamkonda.

Hyderabad’s major bus stations, including MGBS and JBS, witnessed a surge in passenger rush ahead of Raksha Bandhan and the long weekend. TGSRTC has planned special buses from August 26 to 30 to manage demand on major routes.

BRSLP deputy leader T Harish Rao was arrested in Hanamkonda on Thursday after attending a TNGOs protest at the district Collectorate. His arrest triggered protests by BRS workers, while heightened security continued in Warangal and Hanamkonda over his proposed visit to the Polytechnic College.

Warangal commissionerate police arrested an inter-State ganja smuggler in Hanamkonda and seized 251 kg of ganja worth around Rs 1.25 crore. Police said the accused supplied ganja to buyers across Telangana, Maharashtra, Karnataka and Andhra Pradesh.

Warangal CCS and KUC police arrested two alleged vehicle thieves and recovered 28 stolen motorcycles worth Rs 25 lakh. The accused reportedly stole bikes across several Telangana districts, and police are linking the recoveries to cases registered in different commissionerates.

Senior BRS leader and former Narsampet MLA Peddi Sudarshan Reddy suffered a heart attack at his Hanamkonda residence and was admitted to Rohini Hospital in critical condition. BRS leaders KT Rama Rao and Harish Rao enquired about his health and treatment

A police Sub-Inspector attached to the Warangal CCS wing has been booked in Hanamkonda for allegedly deceiving, sexually exploiting, and threatening a married woman since 2022 under the pretext of marriage and legal assistance

Marking World Food Safety Day, consumer rights activists and food safety officials in Hanamkonda urged consumers to remain alert against food adulteration, misleading discount offers and questionable online food licences. They also called for stronger measures to curb adulteration and protect consumers.

The Southern States Consumer Coordination Committee has launched surveys and awareness programmes seeking amendments to the Legal Metrology Act. The organisation wants inspections of weights and measures to be conducted once every six months to better protect consumer rights.

St. Peter’s Institute of Pharmaceutical Sciences, Warangal, renewed its MoU with JSS AHER, Mysuru, to strengthen academic and research collaboration. The partnership will focus on joint projects, student exchange, training and innovation in pharmaceutical and health sciences.

Sarvodaya Youth Organisation provided scholarships to 50 girl students in Hanamkonda to support higher education. The NGO continues its efforts in promoting education, awareness and skill development among students, particularly in rural areas.

Warangal police arrested four members of an inter-State gang involved in smuggling hash oil and seized contraband worth Rs 2.50 crore. The accused were travelling to Mumbai to sell the drugs when they were intercepted based on a tip-off.

Stray dog attacks in Telangana’s Nagarkurnool and Hanamkonda districts have left several children injured, sparking concern among residents. Victims were shifted to hospitals, while locals allege inaction by civic authorities despite repeated complaints over the growing menace.

It was alleged that the accused of Mallaram village in the mandal telephoned the minor girl late at night, lured her outside, and raped her three days ago.

SR University in Warangal conducted a 12-hour overnight hackathon for B Tech first-year students, with over 2,000 participants, aiming to promote creativity, teamwork and real-world problem-solving skills under continuous faculty mentorship.

A pregnant woman and her two daughters were found dead in a swimming pool in Hanamkonda, with family members alleging foul play and raising suspicions over the husband’s role, prompting calls for a detailed investigation.