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The Telangana government is proposing a 1–2% cess on gig platform bills, to be paid by consumers, for funding a Gig Workers Welfare Board. A draft bill is under discussion, with feedback from stakeholders and Cabinet approval expected soon.

BRS leader KT Rama Rao blamed the Congress government for neglecting repair work on Manjeera barrage despite warnings, calling it a serious threat to Hyderabad's water supply. He warned of a man-made disaster if urgent measures were not taken

Despite repeated warnings from the SDSO about structural damage to Manjeera dam, the Telangana government has failed to act. Cracks, leakages and neglected maintenance now threaten the ageing dam, once a vital drinking water source and wildlife sanctuary

Harish Rao criticised CM Revanth Reddy for ignoring maintenance of Telangana’s irrigation projects, citing multiple structural failures across the State. He slammed the Congress government for neglect and warned against politicising irrigation issues while failing to deliver on promises.

Telangana has recorded a fiscal deficit of Rs 9,389 crore and revenue deficit of Rs 5,037 crore in just two months of FY 2025–26. Rising subsidies and low capital spending are intensifying pressure on the State’s finances

A six-year-old Class I student was killed after a rashly-driven truck hit the scooter he was on with his mother at Mallampet, Dundigal. The child fell and was run over. Police arrested the driver for negligent driving

GHMC’s Urban Community Development wing launched a citywide drive and identified 221 homeless individuals at key traffic junctions. While 19 were shifted to night shelters, others were sent to their hometowns. The initiative aims to make Hyderabad a beggar-free city

A middle-aged couple in Hyderabad, including a cab driver, were caught by Amberpet police for running a paid adult content business. They recorded and livestreamed sexual acts from their penthouse, offering paid access and sex chats to online viewers

Thousands of devotees took part in the Sri Jagannath Ratha Yatra organised by ISKCON Abids in Hyderabad. The grand procession passed through key city junctions and is expected to conclude at the Exhibition Grounds by 5 PM, with traffic diversions in place.

A 19-year-old TSRDC student who attempted suicide by jumping off the hostel building died during treatment in Hyderabad. This marks the second such student death since April, raising serious concerns over student welfare at the institution.

Rithvika won gold in the 50m breaststroke and added two more medals at the Senior National Aquatics Championship, while Telangana’s Vritti claimed two silvers and a bronze in freestyle events

India started its Asian Snooker Team Championship campaign with a dominant 3-0 win over Bangladesh, as Pankaj Advani, Aditya Mehta and Brijesh Damani showcased clinical precision in Colombo

Krishika Gautam upset eighth seed Diya Ravikumar to reach the semifinals of the ATF under-14 tournament, while top-seeded Ethan Frans and several others advanced after thrilling quarterfinal clashes

Olympian Esha Singh, Vidarsa Vinod, and Parth Mane emerged victorious on Day 3 of the National Shooting Selection Trials, showcasing strong performances in a field packed with India's top shooters

Six people, including school children, were injured when a rashly driven car hit several vehicles at Attapur in Rajendranagar. The driver lost control and crashed into a road median. Locals caught him and handed him over to the police

Former Minister T Harish Rao has written to SEBI seeking a probe into a Rs 10,000 crore loan allegedly raised by mortgaging forest land in Kancha Gachibowli through TGIIC, citing SEBI violations and misuse of Telangana’s natural resources

Two persons posing as Hydraa employees were booked by Gachibowli police for threatening to demolish a house in Alkapur Township. They fled when questioned by the complainant. Hydraa clarified its role and asked citizens to report fake claims

The Bonalu festival began on Thursday at Golconda Fort’s Jagadambika temple with the first main puja of the Ashada month. Celebrations will continue until July 24 and spread to other temples including Ujjaini Mahankali and Akkana Madanna temples

Dr M Rajeev, a pulmonologist from Hyderabad and OMC graduate, has cleared the TS LAWCET-2025 with 1166 rank. Planning to blend legal knowledge with medicine, he aims to promote patient rights and contribute to better healthcare policies

BRS leader KT Rama Rao blamed the Congress government for the failure of Gate No. 9 at the Jurala project, citing negligence in maintenance. He warned of further risks and criticised the administration for repeated infrastructure failures under its rule