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Restoration of the Medigadda barrage under KLIS faces delays due to disputes over responsibility, pending geotechnical studies and cost escalation. Officials indicate repair work may not begin before next year, raising concerns over project delays and impact on farmers

T Harish Rao accused A. Revanth Reddy government of forcibly acquiring lands from marginalised communities and suppressing protests in Parigi. He condemned arrests of leaders and farmers, vowing continued agitation against the proposed industrial park project

KT Rama Rao condemned the house arrest of party leaders, including T. Harish Rao, for supporting protesting farmers in Vikarabad. He accused the government of suppressing dissent and demanded release of leaders and halt to land acquisition

The BRS-called bandh in Gajwel against the ransacking of an MLA camp office saw widespread participation, with shops and schools shut. Party leaders staged protests, while police ensured order amid brief tension involving Congress leaders.

BRS working president KT Rama Rao will attend the Entrepreneur India Idea Awards 2026 in Bengaluru as chief guest, where he will address over 300 entrepreneurs and industry leaders, highlighting his role in promoting innovation and Telangana’s startup ecosystem.

BRS leader T Harish Rao alleged a Rs 7,000 crore land encroachment in Nadergul, accusing firms linked to Revenue Minister Ponguleti Srinivas Reddy’s family. He demanded immediate action and warned of protests if authorities fail to act

Ankam Mounika was elected chairperson and Mohd Shoaib vice-chairman of Khanapur municipality amid political tensions, with allegations against Congress over disruptions, marking the conclusion of repeatedly postponed civic body elections

Rajya Sabha MP Vaddiraju Ravichandra said sports infrastructure developed during BRS rule and has stagnated under Congress, while inaugurating a cricket tournament in Kothagudem and urging youth to focus on sports and academics

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