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Punjab National Bank inaugurated its new Nagarkurnool branch under Hyderabad Circle Office on Monday. Collector Hemant Keshav Patil and Zonal Head Vandana Pandey inaugurated the facility. With the new branch, PNB’s Hyderabad Circle network has reached 79 branches.

Congress and BJP MLAs in the Telangana Assembly raised concerns over power supply issues affecting farmers. They cited outages, low power generation and non-functioning agriculture pumps, while seeking immediate measures. CPI MLA Kunamneni Sambasiva Rao suggested exploring thermal power projects.

Farmers dependent on the D-26 main canal in Nagarkurnool are struggling with inadequate irrigation water as silt, vegetation and stones block the canal. They said crops across nearly 3,000 acres are withering and demanded immediate desilting and removal of unauthorised pumps.

BRSLP deputy leader T Harish Rao condemned alleged police excesses in Suryapet, Mahabubabad and Nagarkurnool and urged Telangana DGP CV Anand to take action. He also criticised the Revanth Reddy government over cases against those protesting and questioning it.

Nagarkurnool District Election Officer Hemant Keshav Patel said there is no voter registration in Chief Minister A Revanth Reddy's name in the district, rejecting reports of dual enrolment. The clarification comes amid controversy over entries in electoral rolls during the SIR exercise.

The Telangana Human Rights Commission took suo motu cognisance of the alleged food poisoning incident at a Project Tribal Welfare Boys Gurukul in Nagarkurnool district and directed the District Collector to submit a detailed report. The matter will be heard on August 11.

Farmers in Endabetla village of Nagarkurnool have accused the Electricity Department of felling 18 mature teak trees without prior notice, triggering outrage. The affected family has sought a Forest Department inquiry, compensation and action against those responsible.

Around 80 farmers in Nagarkurnool were allegedly cheated of nearly Rs.2 crore after private agents who purchased their paddy and maize failed to make payments. The farmers blamed delayed government procurement and sought immediate intervention from district authorities.

A paddy trader from Nagarkurnool district who had been missing since June 22 was found murdered near Shadnagar on Thursday. Police suspect a financial dispute linked to the paddy business and are investigating allegations against his business associates.

BRS leader T Harish Rao launched a sharp attack on Chief Minister A Revanth Reddy, accusing the Congress government of neglecting farmers, halting welfare schemes, increasing public burdens and failing to complete irrigation projects, while promising a strong political comeback for the BRS.

BRS general secretary RS Praveen Kumar challenged Chief Minister A Revanth Reddy to a public debate over GO No. 17, alleging it favours select private companies. He demanded disclosure of related files and questioned the transparency of the tendering process.

Several BRS leaders were placed under house arrest ahead of Chief Minister Revanth Reddy’s Palamuru tour in Nagarkurnool. Protests erupted over the Palamuru-Rangareddy Lift Irrigation Scheme, with leaders alleging undemocratic action and demanding completion of pending irrigation works.

Farmers in Taduru mandal of Nagarkurnool district staged a protest over delays in maize procurement, alleging that officials had failed to procure their stocks despite repeated requests. Traffic movement was disrupted as farmers blocked the road with tractors and demanded immediate action.

Hyderabad: Congress MP from Nagarkurnool Mallu Ravi on Tuesday defended Union Minister of State for Home Bandi Sanjay amid the raging controversy over the POCSO case registered against the latter’s son, Bandi Sai Bhageerath. Addressing the media at Gandhi Bhavan, Mallu Ravi questioned how a man could be held responsible for a mistake allegedly committed […]

Maize farmers in Nagarkurnool’s Tadoor PACS were forced to sleep at the office due to delays in gunny bag supply and procurement. Alleging irregularities and middlemen involvement, farmers demanded immediate action and smoother procurement operations from officials.

A charcoal art exhibition titled ‘Charcoal Stories’ by young artist Ricky Tej from Nagarkurnool was inaugurated at Lamakaan by B Narsing Rao. The exhibition highlights realistic drawings and mythological themes and will remain open till April 26.

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.

Maize farmers’ protest over delayed procurement disrupted traffic in Nagarkurnool. Farmers alleged irregularities in the procurement process, including delays in fingerprint verification and transport of stocks. Police intervened, while officials assured that procurement would be expedited.

The Telangana High Court suspended an NGT order halting the Uma Maheshwaram Lift Irrigation Project, observing that the directive was passed without hearing the State, and issued notices to all parties while granting interim relief

Newly elected sarpanches in the erstwhile Karimnagar district are using innovative methods, including gorilla mascot costumes, to tackle the monkey menace. While temporary relief is seen, controversy has erupted in some districts over reported stray dog killings.