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Adivasi leaders staged a protest in Bhadrachalam after being excluded from the Dammakka Seva Yatra–2025. They accused temple officials of ignoring tradition by not inviting tribal groups. Heated arguments erupted during floral tributes at the Dammakka statue

A key embankment protecting Bhadrachalam from Godavari floods has partially collapsed, triggering panic among residents. BRS and CPI(M) leaders blamed the government for delay in permanent repairs, as monsoon rains intensify threat in Kotha Colony and nearby areas

Contractors in Kothagudem who completed works under Mana Ooru Mana Badi three years ago submitted a petition through Prajavani over pending bills. Despite uploading bills online, they remain unpaid. Contractors warned of hunger strikes if dues are not cleared soon

A Maoist was killed during an encounter with security forces in Chhattisgarh’s National Park area along the Bijapur-Dantewada border. Government data shows 203 Maoists were killed in 2025 so far, including several top leaders in recent months

Kothagudem police have formed five Disaster and Damage Rescue Force (DDRF) teams trained in flood relief operations. Equipped with boats, life jackets, and rescue gear, they will operate round the clock. SP Rohith Raju urged public alertness in low-lying areas

Bhadrachalam temple has launched a mobile app and installed kiosks to digitalise services for devotees. The app provides details on sevas, history, and sub-temples. Efforts are also on to digitise the accounting wing to improve transparency and efficiency.

Syed Anees, a native of Kothagudem working in Dubai, died in a road accident in Congo during an official trip. Officials and public representatives visited his family to offer condolences after being informed of the mishap through Dubai authorities

Teachers at a government school in Kaliveru hired an auto rickshaw to ferry students from nearby villages, leading to a sharp rise in enrolments. Despite success, the school now faces a teacher shortage due to growing student strength

A Home Guard and a government employee died in a road accident in Enkoor mandal, Khammam, when their bike was hit by a truck while they were travelling to work in Kothagudem

Women trained at Nava Women Empowerment Centre in Paloncha earned Rs 2.59 lakh by selling palm leaf artworks and stitching uniforms. Nava Limited, which runs the centre under CSR, distributed cheques and encouraged them to continue supporting their families

Bhadrachalam Revenue Divisional Officer (RDO) Damodar Rao, Burgampadu Tahsildar Sirisha, Forest Range Officer Ramesh, Mandal Congress Committee leaders P Venkateshwar Reddy, Bhajana Ramesh and others visited the hamlet and interacted with the residents.

Two female Maoists were killed in an encounter with DRG and STF forces in Chhattisgarh’s Abujhmad region. The operation was based on intelligence about the presence of CPI (Maoist) Maad division cadres. Arms, medical items and other materials were seized.

The Singareni Trade Unions JAC has demanded priority employment for land evacuees of the defunct GK OC mine at the new VK OC project. They alleged the recruiting agency is ignoring locals, prompting protests and union petitions to SCCL officials

The accident occurred when the auto-rickshaw overturned as the driver swerved to avoid a collision with an oncoming biker.

Screening camps will be held across 130 gram panchayats in tribal agency areas to detect and prevent sickle cell anemia. Officials urged tribal communities to undergo testing and adopt preventive health practices, stressing early detection and access to clean drinking water

Over 150 Adivasi families from Ramannagudem undertook an 80 km padayatra demanding land rights. Despite a 2011 High Court ruling in their favour, forest officials continue to restrict cultivation. A resolution was promised within ten days by district authorities

Justice K. Lakshman of the Telangana High Court on Monday dismissed an election petition filed against Kothagudem MLA Koonamneni Sambasiva Rao, granting significant relief to the legislator, who was elected on a Communist Party of India (CPI) ticket in the 2023 Assembly elections

Mohammed Ibrahim (35) of Budidagadda area in the town was going to Hyderabad in a car to visit one of his relatives.

Speaking to the media, Superintendent of Police B Rohith Raju stated that among those who surrendered were two area committee members, four party members, and 11 militia members. He added that they were motivated to surrender due to the welfare initiatives under ‘Operation Cheyutha.’1

Construction of integrated vegetable and meat markets in Kothagudem, Paloncha and other towns has come to a halt due to non-release of funds. Small traders, hoping for better facilities, continue to operate on roads amid rising urban traffic issues.