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Residents of Jilleda and Murliguda villages in Penchikalpet mandal have complained that poor internet and telecom connectivity is preventing them from purchasing urea through the mobile app. They sought a special fertiliser quota and an alternative ordering system.
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A couple was found dead at their residence in Kosara hamlet of Kumram Bheem Asifabad district. Police suspect they may have been smothered to death due to previous enmity. A murder case has been registered and an investigation is underway.
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The long-standing Podu land issue has resurfaced in Kumram Bheem Asifabad district with tribals and forest officials once again confronting each other over cultivation rights. Forest authorities cite wildlife conservation concerns, while villagers fear losing their livelihoods and traditional cultivation lands.
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Residents of Vempalli village in Sirpur (T) mandal staged a rasta roko demanding immediate closure of belt shops and unauthorised liquor outlets. Women alleged illegal liquor sales were harming families and urged authorities to conduct inspections and take strict action.
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A herd of about 30 elephants moving through farms in Maharashtra’s Chandrapur district near Kumram Bheem Asifabad sparked panic among locals. Forest officials are monitoring and attempting diversion as farmers fear crop damage and renewed human-elephant conflict
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Tension prevailed in Kumram Bheem Asifabad as forest officials and police stopped farmers from cultivating disputed podu lands in Dimda village. Farmers protested alleging livelihood threats, while officials cited forest conservation concerns. Police later intervened to calm the situation
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Jabari Shivaprasad, a Class VIII student of Zilla Parishad High School-Areguda in Kumram Bheem Asifabad district, has secured the National Means-cum-Merit Scholarship. The farmer’s son is the first student from the school to achieve the scholarship.
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Governor Shiv Pratap Shukla attended the Kumram Bheem Jal Jangal Zameen Spurthi Gramotsavam in Kumram Bheem Asifabad and urged people to follow the ideals of tribal legend Kumram Bheem while stressing the importance of protecting Adivasi culture, nature and self-respect.
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Farmers in Laggama village of Kumram Bheem Asifabad district set their paddy produce on fire protesting delays in procurement and alleged quality deductions. Police and officials intervened, promising to expedite procurement and resolve transportation issues at the earliest.
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Telangana is reeling under a severe heatwave, with temperatures soaring above 46 degrees Celsius in northern districts like Sirpur (Kumram Bheem Asifabad) and touching 44.9 degrees Celsius in parts of Hyderabad. This marks the third consecutive day of dangerously high temperatures across the state.
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Four women were killed in a tiger attack while collecting tendu leaves in Maharashtra's Chandrapur district. The incident triggered panic among villagers and renewed concerns over rising man-animal conflict, with locals demanding compensation and stronger preventive measures.
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A mock drill on forest fire control was conducted in Vempalli village of Kumram Bheem district on Monday to create awareness among the public. Officials from multiple departments participated and stressed the need to protect forests and maintain ecological balance.
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A 45-year-old woman died instantly after iron column boxes and scaffolding collapsed on her at a house construction site in Kumram Bheem Asifabad district. The incident occurred during unseasonal rains and strong winds on Tuesday evening.
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Telangana Forest Department ordered a major reshuffle, transferring multiple IFS officers across districts including Mancherial and Kumram Bheem Asifabad. The administrative move aims to streamline forest governance, with new postings assigned across Telangana’s forest circles and divisions
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A 13-year-old boy drowned in a pond at Chedwai village in Kumram Bheem Asifabad district while playing near it. His body was recovered the next day. Police registered a case and are questioning children who were with him.
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The RTC strike disrupted normal life in Hyderabad, leaving commuters stranded at major bus stations like JBS and Rathifile. With limited SETWIN services and no regular buses, passengers faced long waits and turned to expensive private transport options.
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Private vehicle operators allegedly overcharged passengers in Kumram Bheem Asifabad during the TGRTC strike, exploiting disrupted bus services. Commuters, especially from rural areas, complained of steep fare hikes and urged authorities to take action against the exploitation.
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Police in Kumram Bheem Asifabad booked three traders for allegedly diverting PDS rice in Jainoor mandal. A total of 64 quintals of rice was seized during inspections, and investigations have been launched into the illegal activity.
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A Sub-Inspector from Tiryani police station in Kumram Bheem Asifabad district was suspended over corruption allegations. The action was taken by the Multi Zone DIG after an inquiry report confirmed his alleged involvement while serving in Kagaznagar
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Three workers were injured after falling from an under-construction railway bridge near Kagaznagar in Kumram Bheem Asifabad district. One worker was trapped, prompting a rescue operation, while colleagues raised concerns over unsafe working conditions at the site.