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Heavy rains lashed the erstwhile Karimnagar district, with Pochampalli recording 119.5 mm in 24 hours. Road connectivity was disrupted, and officials were instructed to take precautionary measures as rain alerts remain in place for the next three days.

Farmers in Karimnagar staged a rasta roko protesting urea shortage. About 600 gathered demanding supply, leading to a temporary roadblock. Police intervened and urea bags were distributed under protection

Police constable Anil from Karimnagar, who had attempted suicide by consuming pesticides two days ago, died while undergoing treatment at a hospital in Peddapalli on Sunday. Police are investigating the cause of the incident.

A newly married woman, Muddasani Akhila (22), died in a road accident on Rajiv Rahadari at Thimmapur, Karimnagar. She and her husband Raju were returning from a postgraduate entrance exam. Raju sustained injuries. The couple had married three days ago

The BRS has postponed its BC Garjana rally in Karimnagar to August 14, citing rains. Talasani Srinivas Yadav and other party leaders criticised Congress for failing to deliver on BC quota promises and demanded 42 per cent reservation before elections

Two migrant labourers working at a cement brick unit in Jammikunta were fatally hit by a train on Tuesday night while crossing railway tracks. The victims, both 25, were from Madhya Pradesh. A case has been registered, and investigation is underway.

The Irrigation Department’s eviction notices to residents near the Lower Manair Dam sparked political backlash in Karimnagar. BRS MLA Gangula Kamalakar visited affected colonies and vowed support, questioning the move and warning against HYDRAA-style demolitions in the district

Karimnagar’s famed Peacock Restaurant is set to open its first international branch in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia. Known for its Hyderabadi cuisine, the restaurant aims to cater to the diaspora and locals alike, serving as a cultural and culinary bridge

A youth in Karimnagar attempted suicide by consuming petrol after being excluded from the Indiramma housing scheme. He staged a protest demanding immediate allotment. Locals alerted police, who rushed him to hospital. He alleged favouritism in the beneficiary list

Karimnagar police arrested Teku Chiranjeevi, an inter-district burglar, and recovered 18 tolas of gold, 164 tolas of silver, and Rs 1 lakh in cash. A goldsmith who bought stolen ornaments was also held. Both were produced before the court

Former MLA Sunke Ravishankar warned of protests during Ministers’ visits in Karimnagar, alleging the Congress government ignored farmers’ demand for irrigation water. He urged the government to release water to save withering paddy crops and fill key reservoirs

Residents of Garshakurthy village in Karimnagar have voluntarily stopped consuming non-vegetarian food and liquor on Sundays. Inspired by religious discourses, the community aims to preserve the sanctity of the day linked to Lord Surya. Banners and outreach ensure compliance

A 45-year-old supervisor named Raju died in an accident at Sri Lakshmi Granite quarry in Jagiripalli, Saidapur mandal, Karimnagar. He suffered a fatal head injury after being hit by a falling stone while granite blocks were being moved with cranes

A 55-year-old woman from Chintalamanepalli mandal in Kumram Bheem Asifabad district died after being attacked by a wild boar while returning from her farm. The family has sought compensation from the Forest Department, citing a wild animal attack

The BRS will hold a major BC rally in Karimnagar on August 8, demanding 42% reservation in local body elections. The party also plans to approach President Droupadi Murmu, accusing Congress and BJP of blocking the pending BC reservation Bills

Six students of Mahatma Jyotiba Phule Residential School in Saidapur mandal were bitten by rats while sleeping in their hostel. The incident, which occurred on Wednesday, came to light on Friday.

The Raikal waterfalls have come alive after recent rains, attracting visitors despite poor access roads. Though plans were made in 2017 to develop the site, including road work and amenities, no progress has been made so far.

Two residents of Karimnagar drowned in Lower Manair Dam while fishing near Alugunur on Wednesday. One slipped into the water and the other drowned while trying to save him. Police retrieved the bodies and registered a case based on family’s complaint

Incessant rains paralysed daily life in Karimnagar, flooding roads and homes in low-lying areas. Vehicular traffic was hit, and coal production in Ramagundam’s opencast mines came to a halt, affecting around 80,000 tonnes due to stagnant water in quarries.

A Class X student from Eppalapalli village, Veenavanka mandal, died by suicide after his parents refused to buy him a bike. He consumed pesticides on July 20 and succumbed to the poison while undergoing treatment at Karimnagar hospital on Tuesday.