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A field visit near Shahikaman in Keesaragutta has identified a veeragallu as a sati stone, believed to date to the 14th–15th centuries. Nandi-carved pillars and a Banalinga found nearby point to medieval Shaivite traditions and memorial practices

Weak monsoon rains have resulted in only a marginal rise in groundwater levels across north-eastern Hyderabad, raising concerns over water availability. Officials and residents’ welfare associations have flagged indiscriminate borewell drilling and excessive groundwater extraction as major concerns.

A 50-year-old man in Siddipet reportedly died by suicide hours after his 16-year-old daughter died by suicide at her maternal grandparents’ home in Ananthagiripally. Police said the father was found hanging at Yavapur on Wednesday evening

Telangana has recorded a 10 per cent increase in cropped area despite the El Niño impact, according to PJTAU. The university said pulses and oilseed cultivation has increased, attributing the growth to crop diversification campaigns encouraging farmers to adopt alternative cropping patterns.

Property owners across Hyderabad and neighbouring districts are facing difficulties after lands and properties were brought under Section 22A of the Registration Act. Builders and developers have raised concerns over stalled transactions, lack of prior notice and the impact on Telangana's real estate sector.

The Telangana High Court requested the Chief Secretary to remove HYDRAA Commissioner A V Ranganath, observing that an officer facing 63 contempt cases could not continue in office. The Court made the observation while hearing contempt petitions related to disputed land in Medchal-Malkajgiri.

Medchal-Malkajgiri bagged 54 gold medals and 472 points to claim the overall team championship at the Telangana Sub-Junior and Junior Inter-District Swimming Championship in Gachibowli. Ranga Reddy finished second, with Jona Shiju securing multiple freestyle gold medals.

The distribution of enumeration forms under the Special Intensive Revision of electoral rolls in Telangana has slowed down in Hyderabad, Medchal-Malkajgiri and Rangareddy districts, with Medchal recording the lowest coverage at 61.57 percent.

The Telangana High Court observed that HYDRAA cannot act beyond powers granted under law or enter private property without authority. While disposing of contempt cases, the Court directed the agency not to interfere with a petitioner's land and stressed adherence to legal limits.

Hyderabad Housing Department will auction 1,242 commercial shops in double bedroom complexes across Rangareddy and Medchal districts, aiming to raise Rs 300 crore, ensuring maintenance funds for residents after rental issues led to prolonged vacancies and revenue losses

A Medchal-Malkajgiri district court has sentenced 40-year-old Magani Ramulu to life imprisonment for murdering a woman at Upparpally circle in March 2019 after she resisted his sexual advances.

Telangana Minister for Youth Services and Animal Husbandry Minister Vakati Srihari gave away the prizes for the winners

Despite early and above-normal 2025 monsoon rainfall, Telangana’s Kharif sowing lags 2020 levels by 3.55 lakh acres due to dry spells, urea shortage, rising input costs, and delayed irrigation. Paddy area rose slightly, while pulses and cotton showed moderate growth

The Telangana government has declared September 6 a general holiday for all government offices, schools and colleges in Hyderabad, Secunderabad, Rangareddy and Medchal-Malkajgiri districts due to the Ganesh immersion. October 11, a second Saturday, will be a working day instead.

Hyderabad and surrounding districts witnessed continuous rainfall over 24 hours, with Medchal-Malkajgiri receiving the heaviest showers. HMT Hill recorded 44.5 mm, followed by Gajularamam (36.5 mm), Quthbullapur (36.3 mm), and Patancheru (34.5 mm), according to TSDPS data.

After a month-long pause, Hydraa resumed its demolition drive in AVB Puram, Kukatpally, clearing encroachments on a nala connecting Pariki Lake. The demolitions aim to prevent flooding in Saibaba Colony, HAL Colony, and Maitrinagar caused by illegal structures

Hyderabad and its neighbouring districts witnessed moderate to heavy rainfall overnight, with Medchal-Malkajgiri and Rangareddy recording the highest showers up to 46 mm, leaving several areas soaked under damp and chilly weather.

A fresh Low-Pressure Area (LPA) over the Bay of Bengal is expected to significantly intensify monsoon activity across Telangana. The India Meteorological Department (IMD) has issued red and orange alerts for several districts, warning of extremely heavy rainfall until August 21.

Moderate to heavy rainfall lashed Hyderabad and surrounding districts overnight, with Medchal-Malkajgiri recording the highest at 86.3 mm. Other areas, including Kukatpally and Shamshiguda, also received significant showers. Waterlogging occurred but daily life was largely unaffected on Independence Day.

Hyderabad and Rangareddy districts witnessed widespread rainfall on Wednesday, with some areas recording up to 93.5 mm. The Telangana Development Planning Society recorded moderate rainfall in core city areas and heavy showers in the outskirts, especially in Balapur and Shamshabad.