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Anti-Corruption Bureau officials conducted surprise checks at the Jammikunta municipal office in Karimnagar following allegations of irregularities. Officials examined files related to town planning, revenue administration and contractor payments as part of the verification process.
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Cybercrime cases have risen slightly in the Karimnagar Police Commissionerate area in 2025 despite an overall decline in crime. Police refunded over Rs 1.10 crore to victims and announced strict security measures ahead of New Year celebrations
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Rajendra Singh, the Waterman of India, has alleged deliberate demolition of check dams in Telangana for sand mining. After inspecting damaged sites, he urged urgent government action, warning of severe consequences for farmers and rural communities if culprits are not punished
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Renowned environmentalist Rajendra Singh has alleged that the destruction of check dams in Telangana was a deliberate act to facilitate illegal sand mining. After inspecting sites in Karimnagar and Peddapalli, he urged the government to act swiftly to protect farmers and water resources
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Burugupalli gram panchayat in Karimnagar adopted an innovative resolution to perform funerals at Re 1, covering all expenses for villagers. Sarpanch Dulam Kalyan Kumar initiated the scheme to help poor families facing hardships in performing funerals
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Backward Classes emerged strong in the recent gram panchayat elections in the erstwhile Karimnagar district by winning over 50 percent of sarpanch seats, including a large share of general seats, reflecting growing political awareness among the community
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A defeated gram panchayat ward member candidate allegedly attacked two women voters in Molangur village of Karimnagar district, blaming them for her loss in the elections. One of the victims was injured and admitted to hospital, and a police complaint was lodged
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A sarpanch aspirant was attacked by unidentified persons after chilli powder was hurled into his eyes on the outskirts of Molangur village in Karimnagar district. Police have registered a case and launched an investigation.
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The first phase of gram panchayat elections begins in Karimnagar, Peddapalli, Jagtial, and Rajanna-Sircilla districts on Tuesday. Authorities have deployed large police forces, imposed prohibitory orders, and arranged webcasting to ensure smooth polling and counting of votes.
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Congress-backed sarpanch aspirants in Karimnagar are making unrealistic election promises, including cash deposits for newborn girls, jobs, funds to control monkey menace, and major infrastructure. Residents remain sceptical, noting many assurances lie beyond panchayat powers and mirror earlier unfulfilled party pledges
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BRS activists celebrated Vijay Diwas across the erstwhile Karimnagar district with tributes to Telangana martyrs and palabhishekam ceremonies. Party leaders recalled the importance of December 9 in the Telangana movement and the announcement of the separate State process.
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Karimnagar traffic head constable Yerroju Devendar (53) died of a heart stroke after returning home from duty. Serving since 1992, he is survived by his wife and two sons. Police officials visited his family to offer condolences
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BRS MP Vaddiraju Ravichandra welcomed the Health and National Securities Bill-2025, supporting cess revenue sharing with States. He raised concern over the impact on beedi workers, called for alternative livelihoods, and urged better health services and vigilance against tobacco hazards
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A four-year-old boy, Mogili Mokshith, died after accidentally falling into a hot sambar bowl at Telangana Social Welfare Residential School in Mallapur, Dharmaram mandal. Police have registered a case following the tragic accident that occurred on his birthday.
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Families of two migrant labourers from Telangana and Andhra Pradesh, kidnapped by JNIM terrorists in Mali, appealed to Union Minister Bandi Sanjay Kumar for help. The Minister contacted MEA officials and assured efforts to secure their release through talks with the Mali government.
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Monkey menace has emerged as the biggest issue in gram panchayat elections, with villagers demanding firm action from candidates. Aspirants across districts are offering solutions ranging from professional catchers to deploying langurs, as attacks and crop damage continue to rise.
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A 51-year-old man from Ankathpalli village died while undergoing treatment in Karimnagar after being hit by a car on November 5. His wife lodged a complaint, and police registered a hit and run case against the unidentified driver
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A 19-year-old B.Tech student, Kokonda Abhilash, died by suicide at his home in Sirsapalli of Huzurabad mandal. He was found hanging in the bathroom and was declared brought dead at the government hospital. Police have registered a case and begun investigation.
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A suspected blast that damaged a check dam on the Manair river in Jammikunta has sparked intense political exchanges between the Congress and the BRS. Irrigation officials suspect foul play, and the opposition has demanded a judicial inquiry into the incident
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Illegal auctions for sarpanch, deputy sarpanch and ward member posts have reportedly begun in parts of the erstwhile Karimnagar district as villages push for unanimous elections to secure the Rs 10 lakh government incentive. Several gram panchayats have already passed unanimous resolutions.
