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HMWSSB will launch its Dial-a-Green Tanker service on November 1 to promote treated sewage water for construction, industries and landscaping. The board aims to increase daily treated water use to 500 MLD amid concerns over rainfall and reservoir supplies.

BRS working president KT Rama Rao accused the Telangana government of worsening drought conditions by allowing more than 1,000 TMCft of Godavari and Krishna water to flow downstream. He alleged that irrigation pumps were not used despite warnings of El Niño

Four people died and two suffered severe burns while fighting a wildfire in Indonesia’s Bromo Tengger Semeru National Park. Rising fire hotspots, prolonged dry conditions and El Niño have intensified forest fires, worsening regional haze and prompting school closures in Malaysia

Malkajgiri Municipal Corporation Commissioner T Vinay Krishna Reddy has directed officials to prepare for possible water scarcity amid El Niño concerns. Measures include improving distribution, curbing wastage, promoting treated sewage water for construction and parks, and raising public awareness.

BRS leader T Harish Rao accused Telangana’s Congress government of worsening drought by failing to utilise river water, complete irrigation works and maintain farm power. He cited GO 17, criticised delayed farmer benefits and demanded immediate advance Rythu Bandhu payments.

Telangana faces potential economic pressure from El Niño, with high inflation, unemployment and risks to agriculture. The government has ordered a contingency plan, but concerns remain over water availability, crop choices, household costs and whether preparations will translate into timely action.

Green gram farmers in Khammam district allege that procurement officials are rejecting produce despite moisture levels meeting prescribed norms. With 2,500 quintals reportedly rejected, farmers risk selling in private markets at lower prices, prompting the Rythu Sangham to warn of protests.

Scanty rainfall and financial challenges have deepened distress among farmers in Adilabad, with three deaths by suicide reported within 48 hours. The district recorded a 34 per cent rainfall deficit, while farmer organisations sought government support amid crop failures and mounting debts.

The BRS criticised Excise Minister Jupally Krishna Rao over remarks concerning Srisailam water and liquor production. Harish Rao alleged the government prioritised liquor revenue, while Krishna Rao said his remarks were misquoted and concerned drawing water into the Dindi project.

The Reserve Bank of India projected FY27 CPI inflation at 5.2 per cent, citing rising food and energy prices, supply-side risks and widening core pressures. Governor Sanjay Malhotra warned inflation is no longer benign, making policy-rate recalibration imperative

BRS leader T Harish Rao urged the Telangana government to operate available pumps and utilise Godavari floodwater to fill depleted reservoirs. He alleged poor water management by the Congress government and asked it not to blame El Nino.

Karnataka Chief Minister DK Shivakumar directed officials to release water from the Almatti and Narayanpur reservoirs to Telangana’s Jurala project in phases. The move follows a request from Telangana Ministers and public representatives amid water shortages and difficulties faced by farmers.

The BRS has demanded a judicial probe by a sitting judge into the deaths of three infants at RIMS Adilabad following an alleged AC cylinder blast. Party general secretary RS Praveen Kumar also questioned hospital safety, equipment maintenance and monitoring.

An intensifying El Nino, forecast to peak in December, could trigger severe drought, heatwaves, wildfires and flooding, threatening global food security. Southeast Asia faces particular risks to rice, palm oil, fisheries and water supplies, while rising energy and fertilizer costs compound vulnerabilities

Khammam district officials have made arrangements for Ganesh idol immersion at Dhamsalapuram tank after the Munneru dried up. Fishermen initially opposed the move over possible damage to fish farming but consented after officials assured compensation and measures to remove debris.

The Telangana Assembly passed a resolution seeking comprehensive Central assistance to tackle the El Nino-induced crisis, including a Rs 20,000-crore special package, additional employment, power and coal supplies, fertiliser support, crop-loss assistance and higher borrowing limits.

The Telangana Assembly witnessed heated exchanges over Kaleshwaram and Tummidihatti projects during an El Nino debate, with the BJP demanding action on irrigation and barrage repairs. Ministers blamed the previous BRS government and sought Central assistance to tackle the water crisis.

Chief Minister A Revanth Reddy said Telangana was facing a rainfall deficit due to El Nino and rising electricity demand. He sought public support to address the challenges and highlighted the Musi rejuvenation project, Metro expansion and Future City development.

The RBI may begin a rate-hike cycle as consumer and wholesale inflation rise, with the repo rate potentially moving closer to 6.5 per cent. A Systematix Group report said inflation could cross 6 per cent by October-November amid rising risks.

Medak Collector Prathima Singh visited a beekeeping farm at Bogada Bhupathipur and encouraged farmers to take up alternative cultivation. She said 104 beekeeping boxes had been distributed to 10 farmers and urged them to explore alternatives amid expected low rainfall.