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Members of the Telangana Medical and Sales Representatives Union protested at Karimnagar Collectorate against the Union government’s new labour codes. They demanded the restoration of old labour laws and revival of the Sales Promotion Employees Act (SPE Act) 1976 to protect workers’ rights.

Karimnagar introduces modern grain dryers to tackle post-harvest moisture issues. Machines can reduce moisture from 30% to 17% within an hour. While tractors are provided, farmers bear diesel costs of around Rs 3,000 per hour.

A debt-ridden farmer from Siddipet district died after consuming pesticide, following crop damage from untimely rains. His family, already struggling with loans, was forced to pay Rs 7 lakh for treatment after a private hospital demanded Rs 9 lakh before discharge

Senior TDP leader Kalyadapu Agaiah, a staunch follower of former CM N.T. Rama Rao, died of a heart attack in Karimnagar. Andhra Pradesh CM Chandrababu Naidu expressed grief, remembering Agaiah as a role model and extending condolences to his family.

In Karimnagar, a man allegedly attempted to kill his two mentally and physically challenged children. The daughter, Archana, died, while her brother, Ashrith, is receiving treatment. The accused father, Anaveni Mallesham, is currently absconding as police launch a search.

A seventeen-year-old intermediate student, Reddy Archana, was found dead at her home in Shivarampalli on Saturday morning after returning from an exam the previous night. Police have registered a case and begun an investigation into the suspicious circumstances.

Twelve passengers were injured when a TGSRTC bus from Nizamabad to Warangal collided with a lorry at Sadasivpalli, Manakondur mandal, Karimnagar. The injured were shifted to the district hospital. Police suspect over-speeding and have launched an investigation.

Eight agricultural labourers were injured when an autorickshaw trolley overturned near Thanugula in Jammikunta mandal, Karimnagar. The injured, en route to work in Nagaram’s cotton fields, were rushed to a hospital in Jammikunta.

Liquor syndicates in Karimnagar are offering crores to newcomers who secured wine shop licences in the recent draw. Many first-time allottees, deterred by high operational costs, are selling or entering partnerships, enabling syndicates to take over multiple high-sales outlets

A 17-year-old boy, Vishwateja, son of Peddapalli Agriculture Market Committee chairperson Eerla Swaroopa, died by suicide in Bandampalli after reportedly being scolded by his parents. Police registered a case and launched an investigation.

At Jammikunta Government Primary School in Karimnagar, 26 students fell ill after consuming eggs served in the mid-day meal programme. Seventeen were admitted to the local hospital, while others were treated and discharged. Authorities are monitoring their recovery

Farmers at Narsingapur in Veenavanka mandal staged a rasta roko on the Karimnagar–Jammikunta road after police halted paddy weighing at a procurement centre. The protest ended after SI Avula Thirupathi allowed them to use labourers of their choice.

Senior BRS leader Cholleti Kishan Reddy died of a heart attack while dancing at a wedding procession in Pothireddypet village of Huzurabad mandal. Villagers said he had a history of heart problems and may have suffered a stroke triggered by loud music

Police detained BC Association activists in Karimnagar on Friday ahead of Governor Jishnu Dev Varma’s visit. The leaders had planned a protest over the pending 42 per cent BC reservation Bill. They were shifted to the Police Training Centre as a precaution

Governor Jishnu Dev Varma, addressing the second convocation of Satavahana University, said education has evolved beyond chalk and board to embrace technology, experience, and adaptability. He emphasised continuous learning, integrity, and collaboration as keys to success in today’s world.

Satavahana University is all set for its second convocation on Friday. Governor and Chancellor Jishnu Dev Varma will attend as chief guest and present 161 gold medals and 25 PhDs. The Governor will also meet officials and local achievers.

SFI activists tried to storm the residence of Transport Minister Ponnam Prabhakar in Karimnagar, protesting the state government’s delay in releasing fee reimbursement funds. Police foiled the attempt, detained protesters, and SFI leaders demanded immediate release of pending student dues.

A car driven by a software engineer lost control and crashed into a shop and a bike in Keshavapatnam near Karimnagar on Monday night. No injuries were reported, though the shop sustained significant damage.

Fifteen people were injured after a TSRTC bus from Metpally depot rammed a tractor loaded with paddy bags near Karimnagar early Tuesday. Police rushed the injured to hospital and cleared the traffic disruption caused by the collision.

Farmers in Karimnagar struggle to harvest paddy crops due to muddy fields caused by recent rains, leading to a sharp rise in demand for track harvesters. Service charges have gone up, and many farmers face delays in securing machines