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KT Rama Rao accused the Congress-led Telangana government of negligence after farmers died at procurement centres amid heavy rains in Mancherial, demanding compensation and faster crop procurement as harvested produce remains uncollected in unsafe conditions

Four farmers died and six were injured after a tin-roof shed collapsed during unseasonal rains and strong winds in Mancherial district, Telangana, while they were protecting paddy, prompting calls for government relief and improved procurement and safety measures

Five underground mines in SCCL’s Srirampur Area achieved over 100 percent coal output in April, while overall production lagged behind targets due to poor performance of OCPs. Officials are taking steps to improve output and address operational challenges.

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

In Telangana’s Mancherial district, tribal communities long engaged in eco-friendly tasar sericulture face restrictions from forest authorities citing wildlife protection, threatening livelihoods. Despite government support and profitable yields, tensions rise over conservation, land access, and sustaining traditional silk farming practices

Despite police action, the spurious cotton seed menace continues in Mancherial, with cases rising in recent years. Smugglers operate across State borders, targeting farmers with illegal seeds, while enforcement gaps and alleged corruption hamper control efforts.

A 30-year-old fisherman was allegedly murdered in Mancherial district after being suspected of practising sorcery. Police booked four relatives in the case. The victim’s body was found in a canal near the Godavari river with head injuries.

A BRS leader was allegedly assaulted by Congress workers in Mancherial after exposing alleged fund misuse on social media. The incident, which triggered tension, occurred in Bheemaram, and police have registered a case against eight persons and launched an investigation.

CPI (ML) New Democracy leader A Lal Kumar demanded a SIT probe into alleged land deals involving Jaganmohan Rao, claiming misuse of power and official support. He urged the government to take stern action and clarify Rao’s political links.

Discrepancies between bills and fund withdrawals on the eGramswaraj portal have exposed possible financial irregularities in villages of Adilabad district. Officials attribute some issues to negligence, but concerns over transparency and accountability remain.

Police in Mancherial arrested two men for allegedly stealing silver, cash and US dollars from a house in Mulkalla village. The accused confessed during interrogation, and the stolen items were recovered. A case had earlier been registered against unknown persons.

Police in Kumram Bheem Asifabad arrested two persons from Mancherial for allegedly peddling ganja sachets. Authorities seized 3.6 kilograms of contraband, a motorcycle and mobile phones, and said the accused sourced the drugs from neighbouring states.

A 39-year-old farmer, Kova Annu, drowned in a canal of the Kaddam Narayana Reddy project in Mancherial district while attempting to irrigate his field. Police registered a case following a complaint from his family and began an investigation.

Authorities have imposed Section 163 of BNSS in Kyathanpalli ahead of municipal chairperson elections, restricting gatherings, protests and movement with weapons, while urging public cooperation to maintain law and order during the election process.

In Nirmal and Mancherial, unseasonal rains and strong winds damaged maize, sesame crops, and mango orchards across several mandals. Farmers reported heavy losses and urged the government to conduct surveys and provide compensation for the damage

BRS leader Nadipelli Vijith Rao accused Mancherial MLA Premsagar Rao of financial irregularities in development works and alleged a Rs 500 crore scam linked to a proposed industrial park at Vempalli village. He said the party would lodge a complaint with higher authorities.

Two teachers were suspended following the suicide of a Class VII student from a Telangana Social Welfare Residential School in Chennur, Mancherial district. Officials said the girl had reportedly been under stress due to personal issues and reprimand by teachers.

A 10-month-old baby girl was crushed to death by a reversing lorry at a cement bricks manufacturing unit in Seetharampalli village of Mancherial district on Sunday. Police registered a case against the driver following a complaint.

A Class VII student in Mancherial died after allegedly consuming pesticide due to reported harassment by teachers at a residential school. Parents accused authorities of delay and concealment, demanding a probe and action. Police registered a case and launched an investigation

Police arrested three persons for allegedly assaulting a duty doctor at the Government General Hospital in Mancherial. The accused reportedly attacked the doctor while under the influence of liquor. Authorities warned of strict action against assaults on healthcare professionals.