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The hearing on disqualification petitions against Khairatabad MLA Danam Nagender concluded before Speaker Gaddam Prasad Kumar. A decision on Nagender and Station Ghanpur MLA Kadiyam Srihari is expected soon, ahead of the Supreme Court deadline.

Telangana’s finances remain under pressure with widening deficits, slow revenue growth and rising borrowings. The State has slipped into a revenue deficit despite projecting a surplus, while collections lag behind targets and liabilities exceed Budget Estimates.

Hyderabad traffic police have issued a diversion advisory for the Chatrapathi Shivaji Jayanthi procession from Puranapool Darwaza to Salarjung Bridge. Several routes will be diverted between 11 am and 6 pm to manage traffic during the procession and public meeting.

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BRS whip KP Vivekananda criticised Chief Minister A Revanth Reddy, alleging failure in sanitation, Metro expansion and civic governance in Hyderabad. He also questioned GHMC trifurcation and Indiramma housing, claiming no significant development took place in 26 months.

Hyderabad registered a three-wicket win over Saurashtra in the BCCI Senior Women’s One-Day Championship in Ranchi, with Vanka Pooja scoring 60, while HUCC recorded a massive win in the HCA B-Division league and Pooja was named U-23 captain.

Panic gripped villages in Ellanthakunta mandal of Sircilla district after a tiger killed four cattle in Thippapuram. Forest officials and wildlife experts are tracking the animal using drones, while villagers have been advised to avoid fields during early mornings and evenings.

Hospital sewage containing antibiotic residues is fuelling the spread of drug-resistant bacteria in Hyderabad’s drains and the Musi river, a study by CCMB and TIGS has found, warning of serious public health risks if sewage management systems are not improved.

Two men died and three others were seriously injured in a late-night accident near Raikal toll plaza at Shadnagar. Returning to Hyderabad from a pilgrimage to Arunachalam, their Innova was allegedly hit by an unidentified vehicle; police are investigating

Hyderabad City Police, led by Commissioner VC Sajjanar, dismissed a viral social media message about a woman allegedly luring children as fake. Authorities urged citizens to avoid spreading rumours and report suspicious activity through official channels

Unidentified persons broke into a house in the Shyamlal Building area of Begumpet and stole 30 tolas of gold, two kilograms of silver and Rs 50,000 cash. The owners had stepped out for Shivarathri. Police registered a case and began investigation.

Telangana schools will shift to half-day schedule from March 16, operating from 8 am to 12.30 pm. SSC exam centres will function in the afternoon. Urdu medium schools have also revised timings in view of Ramzan

The BRS has appointed senior leaders as special in-charges for eight municipalities ahead of chairperson and vice-chairperson elections. KT Rama Rao reviewed the situation and expressed confidence in securing victories if the polls are conducted fairly.

BRS working president KT Rama Rao condemned alleged attacks and irregularities during municipal chairperson elections in Telangana. He sought intervention from the State Election Commission and demanded action against officials allegedly favouring the ruling Congress.

Members of the Kotha Telangana Charitra Brundam have documented a rare 9-foot-tall Tantric Bhairava relief at Rachakonda Hills. The sculpture reflects post-Kakatiya tantric traditions and Velama warrior rituals, strengthening the site’s historical and religious significance.

Election of Chairpersons and Vice Chairpersons was postponed in 11 municipalities across Telangana due to varied local circumstances. Tense scenes were reported in some urban local bodies, including Thorrur, where political leaders and workers were involved in heated arguments

The 46-day All India Industrial Exhibition, popularly known as Numaish, concluded at Nampally on Sunday. Over 1,050 traders participated, attracting lakhs of visitors. Clearance sales after the closure drew fresh crowds seeking bargains.

Telangana is witnessing a steady rise in temperatures as winter conditions give way to early summer-like weather, the IMD said. Clear skies and dry conditions will prevail, though parts of the State may see unseasonal rain later this month.

Maha Shivaratri was celebrated with grand fervour across Telangana and Andhra Pradesh, with thousands of devotees visiting Shiva temples for rituals, pujas, and holy dips. State leaders, including chief ministers and governors, extended greetings and prayers for prosperity and well-being

Official data from the State Election Commission show the Congress secured 39 per cent vote share in Telangana municipal polls, with 61 per cent of voters backing other parties. The figures challenge claims of a clean sweep and highlight a competitive electoral landscape.