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A BRS leader was allegedly assaulted by Congress workers in Mancherial after exposing alleged fund misuse on social media. The incident, which triggered tension, occurred in Bheemaram, and police have registered a case against eight persons and launched an investigation.

CPI (ML) New Democracy leader A Lal Kumar demanded a SIT probe into alleged land deals involving Jaganmohan Rao, claiming misuse of power and official support. He urged the government to take stern action and clarify Rao’s political links.

Discrepancies between bills and fund withdrawals on the eGramswaraj portal have exposed possible financial irregularities in villages of Adilabad district. Officials attribute some issues to negligence, but concerns over transparency and accountability remain.

Police in Mancherial arrested two men for allegedly stealing silver, cash and US dollars from a house in Mulkalla village. The accused confessed during interrogation, and the stolen items were recovered. A case had earlier been registered against unknown persons.

Police in Kumram Bheem Asifabad arrested two persons from Mancherial for allegedly peddling ganja sachets. Authorities seized 3.6 kilograms of contraband, a motorcycle and mobile phones, and said the accused sourced the drugs from neighbouring states.

A 39-year-old farmer, Kova Annu, drowned in a canal of the Kaddam Narayana Reddy project in Mancherial district while attempting to irrigate his field. Police registered a case following a complaint from his family and began an investigation.

Authorities have imposed Section 163 of BNSS in Kyathanpalli ahead of municipal chairperson elections, restricting gatherings, protests and movement with weapons, while urging public cooperation to maintain law and order during the election process.

In Nirmal and Mancherial, unseasonal rains and strong winds damaged maize, sesame crops, and mango orchards across several mandals. Farmers reported heavy losses and urged the government to conduct surveys and provide compensation for the damage

BRS leader Nadipelli Vijith Rao accused Mancherial MLA Premsagar Rao of financial irregularities in development works and alleged a Rs 500 crore scam linked to a proposed industrial park at Vempalli village. He said the party would lodge a complaint with higher authorities.

Two teachers were suspended following the suicide of a Class VII student from a Telangana Social Welfare Residential School in Chennur, Mancherial district. Officials said the girl had reportedly been under stress due to personal issues and reprimand by teachers.

A 10-month-old baby girl was crushed to death by a reversing lorry at a cement bricks manufacturing unit in Seetharampalli village of Mancherial district on Sunday. Police registered a case against the driver following a complaint.

A Class VII student in Mancherial died after allegedly consuming pesticide due to reported harassment by teachers at a residential school. Parents accused authorities of delay and concealment, demanding a probe and action. Police registered a case and launched an investigation

Police arrested three persons for allegedly assaulting a duty doctor at the Government General Hospital in Mancherial. The accused reportedly attacked the doctor while under the influence of liquor. Authorities warned of strict action against assaults on healthcare professionals.

A 55-year-old fisherman from Peddampet village drowned while pulling a fishing net in an irrigation tank near Dharmaraopet. Fellow fishermen failed to rescue him. Police later retrieved the body with the help of divers and registered a case.

A wildlife biologist working in Kawal Tiger Reserve, Jogu Yellam, received a certificate of appreciation from the Telangana forest department for his contributions to wildlife protection and training staff in tiger monitoring on International Day for Forests.

Commercial establishment owners in Mancherial have expressed concern over road-widening works undertaken by the municipal corporation, saying the exercise during the festival and marriage season is affecting businesses and causing financial losses amid an already challenging economic situation.

Thunderstorms with gusty winds and a drop in temperatures are expected to continue across Telangana till Saturday. The IMD has issued warnings for several districts, forecasting light to moderate rain and fluctuating temperatures over the next few days.

A 32-year-old hamali, Budarapu Venkatesh, was killed when a tractor collided with his motorcycle on the Vempalli–Mulkalla road in Mancherial district. Police registered a case against the tractor driver, Bheemaiah, and are investigating the incident

Lemons are now being sold by the kilogram in Mancherial after prices surged due to a dip in supply from neighbouring regions. Residents say the citrus fruit, once sold cheaply in loose pieces, now costs around Rs.120 per kg.

A shortage of commercial LPG cylinders in Mancherial, linked to the West Asia conflict, has hit small eateries hard. Owners are resorting to firewood and electric stoves, while some have temporarily shut down, as authorities assure measures are underway to restore supply.