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Parts of the RCC side-lining of the Sitarama Project Rajiv link canal were washed away again at Julurpad in Kothagudem, raising concerns over the quality of the works. Farmers fear further erosion and possible breaches as water continues flowing.

Nineteen goats belonging to a farmer in Manuguru mandal of Kothagudem district died after allegedly drinking contaminated water from a stream. Farmers blamed SCCL’s SMS plant and urged officials to stop polluted water discharge into nearby fields

Aswaraopet police arrested a man accused of cheating a resident of Rs 13 lakh by claiming black paper sheets could be converted into Rs 500 notes using chemicals. Police seized black paper bundles, chemical bottles and registered a case against him.

A new Anganwadi building and an integrated toilet complex at a Primary Health Centre were inaugurated under the ITC Mission Sunehra Kal initiative in Kothagudem, strengthening childcare, maternal welfare and rural healthcare infrastructure with support from the WASH Institute.

BRS leaders have accused the Congress government of delaying the regularisation of SCCL lands under GO 76 in Kothagudem. They demanded a White Paper on pending applications and urged the government to announce a timeline for issuing pattas to eligible beneficiaries.

An electrician from Bhadrachalam lost Rs. 55,894 after installing a fake APK file sent through WhatsApp claiming to be an RTA challan. Police registered a case under the BNS and ITA, while the victim alerted the cyber crime helpline.

Residents of Bhadrachalam have alleged that illegal belt shops continue to operate despite a gram panchayat resolution banning them. They have urged officials to act before the 2027 Godavari Pushkaralu, citing law and order concerns and inconvenience to devotees.

The Junior Forest Officers Association condemned the attack on forest staff in Manuguru, alleging they were being victimised for performing their duties. Meanwhile, a forest beat officer was suspended and a three-member committee was formed to enquire into the incident.

Five tribal individuals, including three women from Gommu Kothagudem village, drowned while fishing in the Godavari River near Yetapaka along the Telangana-Andhra Pradesh border on Saturday. Police have recovered all five bodies and launched a formal investigation

A pregnant woman delivered her baby beside a hospital bed at the Government MCH Centre in Kothagudem after allegedly not receiving timely assistance. The newborn sustained injuries in the fall, prompting protests by family members, while doctors denied negligence.

An ash tanker driver from Uttar Pradesh died after the vehicle reportedly went out of control and plunged into a roadside gorge on the Paloncha-Dammapet road at Pusugudem in Mulkalapalli mandal of Kothagudem district. Police have registered a case.

Nava Limited, in collaboration with L V Prasad Eye Institute, has launched eye screening camps for around 1,300 students from 15 government schools in Paloncha mandal under its CSR initiative. District officials inaugurated the programme and stressed the importance of student health.

Prominent spiritual guru Dr Kochcharla Suresh Kumar from Kothagudem has been honoured with the Bharat Book of World Records Award for his contributions to spirituality, traditional knowledge, education, social service, Indian cultural heritage and the promotion of Sanatana Dharma.

The Government Area Hospital in Bhadrachalam is grappling with a severe shortage of doctors and nursing staff, affecting healthcare services for tribal communities. CPI (M) has urged the Telangana government to fill vacancies and allocate funds to upgrade the facility.

An electrified iron fence around a farm field in Bodu gram panchayat of Tekulapally mandal claimed two lives within 24 hours. A farm labourer died of electrocution, while the landowner allegedly died by suicide fearing legal action in the case.

A 35-year-old man died in Kothagudem district after sand trucks blocked an ambulance from reaching his village. The victim’s family was forced to carry him on their shoulders, sparking furious local demands for action against the sand mafia

The new academic year has begun without regular District Education Officers in Khammam and Kothagudem districts, raising concerns over school administration, distribution of educational materials, implementation of welfare schemes and the overall functioning of the education department.

Police registered a case under the POCSO Act against 10 persons in Annapureddipalle mandal of Kothagudem district for allegedly harassing two minors. The accused reportedly assaulted a boy, verbally abused a girl and allegedly behaved indecently towards her.

A mild 3.8-magnitude earthquake struck Kothagudem district in the early hours of Sunday, with tremors felt across several towns including Bhadrachalam and Manuguru. Officials confirmed the epicentre near Andhra Pradesh and reported no loss of life or property.

The Forest Department is set to launch safari tours at Kinnerasani Wildlife Sanctuary in Kothagudem district. Three safari vehicles have been procured and dedicated tracks developed to help visitors explore the sanctuary's wildlife, flora and scenic landscapes more effectively.