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The election of chairperson and vice-chairperson of Khanapur municipality was postponed again following a controversy involving MLA Vedma Bojju during the process, forcing officials to defer the election to Sunday amid protests and allegations by BJP and BRS councillors

BRS won the Ibrahimpatnam Municipal Chairman election amid heavy police presence and objections from Congress councillors seeking a delay. Officials proceeded with the poll, citing High Court orders, and declared T Sudarshan Reddy as Chairman.

The battle for the chairperson post of Kyathanpalli municipality has reignited tensions between the BRS-CPI alliance and the Congress. After being postponed due to chaos in February, the elections are now set for April 4. The BRS, with its majority, is confident of victory, while Congress is strategising to regain ground.

Elections for chairpersons and vice-chairpersons in three Telangana municipalities are set to witness a high-stakes contest between Congress and BRS, following legal hurdles and political tensions, with both parties mobilising leadership in a prestige battle.

A heated exchange broke out in the Rajya Sabha between BRS MP KR Suresh Reddy and Union Minister G Kishan Reddy over the Kaleshwaram project, with both sides trading allegations on project execution, damages and Centre-State relations.

BRS MLAs criticised the Congress government for turning the Telangana Assembly Budget Session into a political battleground, alleging diversionary tactics, personal attacks and lack of discussion on key issues such as IT job decline, revenue fall and illegal mining allegations

BRS working president KT Rama Rao has embarked on a week-long visit to the United States to attend the Columbia India Business Conference 2026 at Columbia University, New York. He will deliver a keynote address highlighting India’s rise and Telangana’s growth story, with a focus on attracting global investments.

BRS leader T Harish Rao attended Mahavir Jayanti celebrations in Hyderabad, highlighting the relevance of Bhagwan Mahavir’s teachings. He emphasised non-violence and harmony, and praised the Jain community’s contributions to social service and healthcare initiatives

Owners of a 27-acre land near Hyderabad’s ORR alleged repeated attacks and threats linked to persons associated with a Minister’s family. The affected family claimed intimidation, demolition of property and lack of police action despite court orders in their favour

The BRS met Governor Shiv Pratap Shukla seeking dismissal of Minister Ponguleti Srinivas Reddy and a judicial probe into alleged illegal mining. KT Rama Rao accused the Chief Minister of shielding him and warned of intensified agitation if no action is taken.

Several grassroots leaders from Asifabad constituency formally joined the Bharat Rashtra Samithi (BRS) at Telangana Bhavan in Hyderabad. The induction, led by MLA Kova Laxmi, saw sarpanches, deputy sarpanches, and former ZPTCs and MPTCs pledging support to the party.

The Congress government admitted in the Assembly that several welfare, housing and recruitment initiatives were carried out under the previous BRS regime, contradicting its earlier criticism and reflecting a shift in its policy stance

KTR criticised the Congress government for organising sports events for MLAs during the ongoing Assembly session, alleging it reflects lack of seriousness. He accused the government of rushing budget discussions and avoiding key debates while diverting attention from opposition questions.

BRS leader T Harish Rao challenged CM A Revanth Reddy to contest Siddipet, predicting Congress’s defeat in the next Assembly elections. He accused the government of neglecting weaker sections, misusing job appointments, and curtailing Assembly discussions

The Telangana High Court issued notices to seven defecting MLAs and Speaker Gaddam Prasad Kumar over dismissal of disqualification pleas filed by Bharat Rashtra Samithi. The case, linked to anti-defection law, is posted for April 16

The Bharat Rashtra Samithi sought an Assembly discussion on fuel and urea shortages in Telangana amid global tensions. MLA KP Vivekananda urged Centre and State to coordinate and ensure adequate supplies

BRS legislators boycotted the Deputy Chief Minister’s budget reply and staged a walkout from the Telangana Assembly, alleging delays in circulation of budget documents and disorderly proceedings. Harish Rao criticised the government for not adhering to schedule and limiting discussion time.

BRS working president KT Rama Rao welcomed the delimitation process but warned that a population-based approach could disadvantage southern States. He urged the Centre to follow the 1971 Census framework and ensure that representation in Parliament is not reduced.

KT Rama Rao criticised the arrest of BRSV leaders during a protest near the Assembly, calling it suppression of dissent. He demanded their immediate release and accused the government of ignoring student issues, pending dues and problems in residential schools.

BRS legislators staged a walkout from the Telangana Assembly protesting the government’s response on employee dues and alleged irregularities in rice exports to the Philippines. The Opposition demanded a House Committee probe and clarity on retirement benefits and pending DA arrears.