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A Class VIII student from Telangana Social Welfare Residential School (Girls), Luxettipet, secured second prize at a district-level science exhibition held in Naspur mandal from November 26 to 28. She was felicitated by DEO S. Yadaiah for her thought-provoking exhibit.

Revenue officials in Mancherial are under fire after a 6.20-acre government-assigned parcel in survey number 22, originally allotted in 1953, changed hands through a series of transfers in 2001 and 2015. An inquiry has been initiated and officials who breached norms may face action.

After nearly five years, a tiger has entered the Kawal Tiger Reserve in Mancherial, Telangana, delighting Forest officials. The tiger’s presence was confirmed after it killed a cow near Indanpalli village in Jannaram mandal. Officials believe it came from Kumram Bheem Asifabad district.

A seven-year-old girl reported missing since November 24 was found dead in a well at Nambala village, Dandepalli mandal. Police suspect foul play and have shifted the case to suspicious death. Four persons have been detained for questioning as investigation continues

Residents of Bellampalli town in Mancherial staged a sit-in protest against the widening of Shishu Mandir road, fearing disruption to their livelihoods. The protest halted traffic between Bellampalli and Chinnabudha village for nearly two hours, prompting police intervention.

Three students from Carmel Convent High School, Mancherial, excelled in the Asmita Khelo India Athletic Meet conducted by the Sports Authority of India. Sony Krishna, M Srinidhi and G Shrustiyogyatha secured top positions in the 60 metres running and triathlon events.

Experts from the Madras Crocodile Bank Trust visited Shivvaram Crocodile Sanctuary in Telangana, home to around 100 freshwater crocodiles. Officials plan to develop ecotourism, including trekking and visitor amenities, while promoting conservation of crocodiles, otters, and endangered bird species

A family from Kodampet village in Kotapalli mandal has accused doctors at the mother and child hospital in Mancherial of negligence after a stillborn delivery. The father, K Sairam, demanded accountability for the death of the foetus.

College owners in Mancherial have accused the Telangana government of jeopardising student futures by delaying Rs 1,200 crore in fee reimbursement dues. Despite promises ahead of Diwali, only Rs 250 crore was released.

Adayi Maruthi, 25, from Singarayapet village, died on the spot when a lorry hit his bike between Chintaguda and Mahabubabad villages in Jannaram mandal. His companion Komram Nagaraju suffered minor injuries. Police suspect rash driving caused the crash

Dr K Balaji, Civil Assistant Surgeon at Government General Hospital, Mancherial, has been appointed as the new Resident Medical Officer

The NH-63 expansion between Mancherial and Nizamabad remains stalled due to land disputes and multiple court cases. Farmers and local residents have opposed realignment plans, forcing NHAI to suspend work while awaiting the High Court’s verdict and Cabinet approval

Mancherial hosted a day-long Under-19 handball competition for boys and girls at Naspur mandal centre. Around 250 players from across Telangana participated, with top performers qualifying for the state-level championship. SGF officials oversaw the event

Gudem village in Mancherial has not seen Sarpanch elections for over 30 years due to ST reservation rules, frustrating locals. Despite being a major pilgrimage site for Sri Satyanarayana Swamy, residents allege development has been neglected under special administration

Tribal residents of Dandepalli mandal in Mancherial staged a protest outside the Forest Range Officer’s office, alleging harassment through false cases over land cultivation near Dammannapet and Mamidigudem villages. They demanded withdrawal of cases and raised concerns over missing family members.

A newly-married woman collapsed during Bathukamma celebrations in Wanalpad village, Bhainsa mandal. Despite being rushed to a hospital, she passed away while receiving treatment.

Mancherial district witnessed two violent incidents resulting in the arrest of 13 individuals. In Kondapur village, a quarrel at a wine shop escalated into an assault on a youngster, while in Mandamarri, a group of youths attacked two men who confronted them over traffic violations.

Retired employees of SCCL have written to Union Minister G Kishan Reddy, expressing anguish over delayed pension disbursement that left thousands without funds on Dasara. Blaming CMPF officials for negligence, they demanded timely monthly credits and urged the minister to introduce social security pensions similar to Telangana’s Aasara scheme.

The adult tigress had migrated from Maharashtra a few months ago, crossing the Kumram Bheem Asifabad district before settling in the Luxettipet forests. Its movements are being tracked through camera traps

A fast track court in Mancherial sentenced a young student to 20 years in prison for raping a differently-abled girl in 2022. The court also directed Rs. 7 lakh compensation to the victim through the DLSA.