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Water was released into the Jurala right canal on Wednesday following rains in upstream areas and protests by farmers. The move came a day after Telangana Ministers and MLAs met Karnataka Chief Minister DK Shivakumar seeking irrigation and drinking water.

Tension prevailed at the Jurala project in Jogulamba Gadwal district as police and officials guarded canal regulators after farmers released water themselves for irrigation. Farmers said crops were withering and demanded assured water supply to protect their paddy fields

Residents and farmers of Rajoli and Vaddepally in Jogulamba Gadwal district staged a protest demanding service roads and entry and exit links to the Bharatmala Highway. They said poor connectivity was causing difficulties in reaching farms and transporting agricultural vehicles.

Jurala project officials closed the gates after flood inflows declined following reduced rainfall in Maharashtra and Karnataka. With inflows at 80,000 cusecs, 39,608 cusecs are being released downstream. Officials ruled out irrigation releases, citing concerns over next season’s drinking water supply

Heavy rains across Telangana and the upper Krishna and Godavari basins have sharply increased inflows into major irrigation projects, prompting authorities to release water downstream. Officials have issued flood alerts while reservoir levels continue to rise amid sustained monsoon activity.

The Telangana government has released a contingency crop plan after acknowledging the likely impact of El Nino during the Vanakalam season. The advisory recommends alternative crops and revised cultivation practices to help farmers reduce weather-related losses caused by delayed and deficient rainfall.

Former ZP Chairperson Saritha Tirupathaiah walked out of a Congress programme in Jogulamba Gadwal, alleging a protocol violation after her name was omitted from the foundation stone plaque. Earlier, women at a public meeting claimed they had not received benefits under the six guarantees.

A 59-year-old woman was allegedly stabbed to death by her relative following an argument at BC Colony in Gadwal on Saturday. The accused surrendered before the police, who shifted the body for post-mortem and launched an investigation into the murder

Telangana High Court pulled up the State for delaying Rs 45 crore compensation to landowners in Jogulamba Gadwal district. Justice NV Shravan Kumar termed the explanation inadequate and directed the concerned official to appear, granting a final opportunity for compliance

Severe thundershowers with lightning and gusty winds are likely to continue across Telangana for another week, IMD Hyderabad said. While evening temperatures may dip slightly, daytime temperatures in over 20 districts will remain high, with alerts issued for multiple regions.

A 34-year-old man was found dead under suspicious circumstances in Ananthapuram village on Friday. Police suspect foul play after the body was found in roadside bushes, with no signs of a struggle but a liquor bottle recovered nearby.

A 43-year-old man, Krishnaiah Goud, was killed by two unidentified assailants in Kanchapadu village, Undavalli mandal. The attackers allegedly threw chilli powder into his eyes and stabbed him. Police have registered a case, probing rivalry and financial disputes.

Students protested in Parthipuram after TGRTC buses refused boarding due to overcrowding. Parents raised concerns over reduced free bus services on the Kurnool-Raichur route, affecting students, women farmers, and daily wage labourers. RTC urged to increase buses on the route.

A man from Mallemdoddi village in Jogulamba Gadwal district died after his wife allegedly poured hot oil on him during a quarrel. He succumbed while under treatment in Kurnool. The accused, Padma, has been remanded to judicial custody.

Three students of Mahatma Jyothibha Phule Gurukul in Undavalli mandal were admitted to hospital after rat bites. An inspection revealed prior complaints about rat infestations had been ignored, leading to suspensions and memos for school staff.

Jogulamba Gadwal MLA Bandla Krishna Mohan Reddy denied reports of joining the Congress, claiming he remains with the BRS. After receiving a defection notice from the Speaker, he said he would consult legal experts and follow orders from the court

A man died and a woman was injured after a van collided with their two-wheeler at Beechupally, Jogulamba Gadwal, on Thursday morning. Locals rushed the injured woman to the Government General Hospital for treatment.

The Jogulamba Gadwal DEO issued show-cause notices to 36 school headmasters for failing to record student attendance via the FRS app. While 36 schools had under 40 per cent attendance, five didn’t update records at all. Disciplinary action may follow

Former Ministers V Srinivas Goud and C Lakshma Reddy led a BRS team to inspect Jurala project, expressing concern over gate No. 9 issues and criticising the government for delay in repairs ahead of the monsoon

The Agriculture and Farmers Commission directed seed companies to compensate cotton farmers in Gadwal after foundation seeds failed. Chairman Kodanda Reddy warned companies to act within days, citing their responsibility for crop losses in the seed production region