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Former minister Jogu Ramanna led a BRS protest demanding soybean procurement without quality restrictions, criticizing both State and Union governments for harassing farmers, who faced financial losses and poor market conditions

Akhil Mahajan urged the public to report lost or stolen phones on the CEIR portal. Police recovered 200 phones worth Rs 39 lakh, warning traders to avoid buying stolen handsets

Friends Dhaba owner booked for selling alcohol illegally in Bazarhathnoor, police warned strict action against violators

Soy farmers in Boath mandal centre protested government delays in soybean procurement, causing financial losses. They demanded immediate action to prevent further hardship, citing difficulties with private traders and insufficient government support.

Farmers in Mukhra (K) village of Adilabad district were forced to stay awake overnight to irrigate crops due to erratic power supply amid freezing temperatures. They demanded uninterrupted electricity and recalled better supply during the previous BRS regime.

Soybean farmers protested against NAFED's procurement norms, demanding the government to lift restrictions. However, protest was withdrawn after officials assured the farmers their concerns would be addressed.

The district reported a 63% surge in crimes in 2025, with 6,486 cases versus 3,979 in 2024. Cheating, thefts, burglaries, kidnappings, and rapes saw significant increases. Convictions were achieved in 1,829 cases, with multiple life and long-term sentences

Cotton farmer kills himself by consuming pesticide after being distressed over a poor yield. A case was registered. Investigation is underway

Farmers in Adilabad staged a protest by kneeling down before officials saying that they were being harassed to procure soybean produced in Bela mandal . The farmers said authorities have forced them to return with their crop.

Christmas was celebrated with religious fervor and pomp across the erstwhile Adilabad district as devotees thronged churches from early morning. Special prayers, cake cutting and messages on Christ’s teachings marked the celebrations in Adilabad, Mancherial, Nirmal and Kumram Bheem Asifabad

Farmers in Adilabad district observed a day-long bandh at Bazarhathnoor mandal, demanding immediate government procurement of soy and maize. They said closure of procurement centres was forcing them to depend on private traders and incur heavy losses.

The Mesram clan of aboriginal tribes in Adilabad has started preparations for the five-day Nagoba Jatara festival. Rituals include fetching sacred water from Godavari, performing Mahapuja, and worshipping deities, attracting tribal devotees from Telangana, Maharashtra, Madhya Pradesh, and Chhattisgarh

In Thummuguda village, Adilabad, Adivasi tribals have banned outsiders from wearing footwear in the village for the month-long holy period of Pushya. Violators face a Rs 5,000 fine, respecting centuries-old customs of barefoot walking and austere rituals

Farmers observed a day-long bandh across Bela mandal in Adilabad district on Monday, demanding immediate procurement of soybean by the government. Protesters blocked traffic briefly on the inter-State highway, while shops remained shut in solidarity. The bandh passed off peacefully after police intervention.

Adilabad police distributed 500 blankets to tribals in remote Sirikonda mandal villages as part of a winter outreach programme. SP Akhil Mahajan also stressed education, health awareness and warned against drug abuse during the interaction

An attempted burglary at three apparel stores in Adilabad town failed on Saturday night after unidentified persons broke open shutters but could not access cash counters. Alerted by locals, police rushed to the spot, examined CCTV footage and launched an investigation.

Mild tension prevailed in Chinnabuggaram village of Adilabad district after family members of a defeated candidate blocked a road following village polls. Police intervention led to a clash, in which two personnel sustained minor injuries

Liquor sales in the erstwhile Adilabad district saw a sharp rise during the recent Gram Panchayat elections, touching Rs.112.74 crore in a fortnight. Officials attributed the increase to polling activity across 1,020 villages in four districts

The IMD-Hyderabad forecasted that cold wave conditions will persist across several districts of Telangana for the next two days, with minimum temperatures dipping 3°C to 4°C below normal. Districts including Adilabad, Warangal, Siddipet, and Medak are expected to experience severe chill.

The annual Jangu Bai jatara will be held at a cave temple in the forests of Kotaparandoli village, Kerameri mandal, from December 22 to January 17. Tribal devotees from Telangana and neighbouring states will participate in the religious fair