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Axis Bank has reaffirmed its commitment to Telangana's MSME sector, with advances of Rs. 14,847 crore to more than 24,000 enterprises in the State. The bank highlighted robust growth in lending segments and increased use of digital platforms for business loans.

The new academic year has begun without regular District Education Officers in Khammam and Kothagudem districts, raising concerns over school administration, distribution of educational materials, implementation of welfare schemes and the overall functioning of the education department.

A special Aadhaar enrolment camp was organised at Annam Seva Foundation in Khammam to help residents access welfare services and establish their identities. Authorities said the initiative could also assist in tracing family members and facilitating reunification in eligible cases.

BRS working president KT Rama Rao accused the Congress government of reversing Telangana's development and failing to fulfil key promises. Addressing party workers in Khammam district, he alleged corruption, questioned welfare implementation and challenged the government to release a White Paper on debt.

Telangana Rythu Sangham leaders urged the government to scrap the mandatory urea distribution app, claiming it was preventing many farmers from obtaining fertiliser. They also sought the release of pending Rythu Bharosa funds for both rabi and kharif seasons.

Union Minister Bandi Sanjay Kumar dismissed Chief Minister A Revanth Reddy’s allegations that G Kishan Reddy was obstructing Hyderabad Metro phase-2. He said the Centre remained committed to Telangana’s development and also defended the SIR exercise regarding illegal infiltrators.

A farmer in Khammam district was fined Rs 5,000 by Thirumalapuram gram panchayat for burning paddy stubble, violating Telangana government norms. Officials warned against crop residue burning, citing environmental pollution, soil degradation, reduced fertility, and adverse impacts on agricultural productivity

BRS leaders Nama Nageswara Rao and Mohammad Tajuddin condemned the alleged assault on a minor girl in Khammam and demanded strict punishment for the accused. They called for a fast-track trial, justice for the victim's family and stronger measures to prevent similar crimes.

A 49-year-old man was taken into custody in Khammam after allegedly attempting to sexually assault a 12-year-old girl and pushing her from a residential building. The girl suffered serious injuries and is undergoing treatment, while police registered cases under the POCSO Act and attempt to murder.

Yellala Vidhyananda Reddy from Paruvelli village in Karimnagar district has been selected to represent the Khammam team in the TG 20 cricket tournament. The franchise signed him for Rs 1.7 lakh, bringing pride and joy to his village.

Khammam police arrested another accused in the Rs 547 crore cyber fraud case registered at Sathupalli. The accused allegedly provided a bank account used by the fraud network. So far, 27 of the 28 accused have been arrested and remanded.

Several mandals in the erstwhile Khammam district received light to moderate rainfall over the past 24 hours. Cherla recorded 20 mm of rain, while multiple areas in Khammam and Kothagudem districts experienced light showers as monsoon activity increased.

Khammam CCS police solved a theft case registered at Kakatiya University Campus police station by arresting three accused from West Bengal. Acting on CCTV-based information shared by Warangal police, the team tracked the suspects on a train and received appreciation for its prompt action.

The CPI has accused Congress leaders in Khammam of encouraging encroachments on valuable NSP lands. District secretary Dandi Suresh alleged political backing for illegal occupation of canal lands and demanded immediate removal of encroachments and establishment of a greenbelt.

Telangana Rythu Sangham leaders opposed the proposed Rythu Discom and installation of smart prepaid meters for irrigation connections, alleging that the State government was implementing Central power sector reforms that could pave the way for privatisation of electricity distribution services.

Shaik Lateef, an auto driver-cum-social worker from Wyra mandal in Khammam, is campaigning for admissions to government schools. Using a megaphone, he highlights English-medium teaching, facilities, and mid-day meals, urging villagers to enroll children for a brighter future

Farmers in Khammam expressed disappointment after Deputy Chief Minister Bhatti Vikramarka reportedly did not review paddy and maize procurement issues during his district visit. Farmer groups raised concerns over delayed payments, pending stock lifting and fears of crop damage due to rains.

Unseasonal rain, hailstorms and strong winds damaged paddy, maize and chilli stocks at procurement centres across parts of the erstwhile Warangal and Khammam districts. A man died in a lightning strike, while uprooted trees caused damage in several mandals.

Farmers in Khammam district locked the Chintakani Primary Agriculture Cooperative Society office protesting delays in transporting weighed maize stocks. They alleged bias in truck allocation and demanded immediate intervention by officials, warning that delays were leading to losses and stock damage.

Telangana continues to reel under intense heatwave conditions, with Khammam recording the highest temperature at 45°C, according to IMD Hyderabad data. Several northern and eastern districts, including Ramagundam, Nizamabad and Adilabad, also reported extreme daytime heat and warm night conditions.