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Heatwave conditions continued across Telangana on Wednesday, with temperatures touching 44 degrees Celsius in several districts. The IMD has warned that heatwave conditions may persist till June 20 and has also forecast thunderstorms, lightning and gusty winds across the State.

A goods train carrying concrete sleepers derailed near Peddapalli railway junction on Tuesday after crossing Goureddypet railway gate. Railway officials rushed to the spot and restoration work is underway. No casualties have been reported so far

The India Meteorological Department has confirmed the arrival of the southwest monsoon in Telangana, with currents entering southern districts. Hyderabad is expected to receive monsoon rains by June 11 or 12, while heavy rain and thunderstorm alerts remain in place.

SCCL Chairman and Managing Director Dr Buddhaprakash Jyoti marked World Environment Day by planting saplings and urging people to reduce plastic usage, plant more trees and promote greenery. Plantation drives, awareness programmes and competitions were organised across all SCCL areas.

Dalit Bandhu Sadana Samithi warned of statewide padayatras if the Telangana government fails to release Dalit Bandhu funds. The organisation demanded implementation of the Congress party's promises and warned of protests beginning from constituencies represented by Dalit ministers.

Telangana is expected to continue experiencing severe heatwave conditions till the end of the month, with temperatures likely to cross 44 degrees Celsius in several districts. IMD has issued a red alert while forecasting sporadic thunderstorm activity across parts of the State.

Singareni management has initiated special measures to ensure uninterrupted coal production ahead of the southwest monsoon. SCCL has installed heavy-duty pumps in opencast mines and directed officials to strengthen preparedness to maintain steady coal supply to thermal power stations.

BRS leaders and farmers staged a rasta roko at Kalvasrirampur market yard in Peddapalli district, demanding faster paddy and maize procurement. Protesters alleged irregularities in weighing, accused officials of cheating farmers and sought immediate government intervention to ease procurement-related hardships

SCCL's first Battery Energy Storage System in Telangana has delivered encouraging results, helping store surplus solar power and generate savings of Rs. 25.66 lakh. The project has improved energy utilisation and may pave the way for more renewable energy initiatives.

Deepthi Mahila Samithi members participated in a Swachhta drive at the NTPC township in Ramagundam on Wednesday, with DMS president Rakhi Samanta highlighting the need for sustained cleanliness practices and encouraging people to adopt hygiene and cleanliness as daily habits.

Noisy scenes were reported at Huzurabad TGSRTC depot as police tried to operate buses during the employees' strike. Agitating workers protested, raising slogans and blocking the depot gate, while authorities ran buses in other areas with police protection.

NTPC Ramagundam and Telangana STPS have launched a four-day training programme for FT/MGR staff to improve operational efficiency and safety. The initiative focuses on skill development and knowledge sharing among operating personnel and retired Railways staff.

Singareni Collieries Company Limited is facing financial stress due to pending bills worth over Rs 21,000 crore from power generation units. Delayed payments, rising costs and fund diversion concerns may impact salaries, welfare activities and future expansion plans.

RFCL in Peddapalli has been shut down following ammonia pipeline leakages, halting production and raising concerns over urea supply during the Yasangi season. Officials said it may take a week to resume operations after fixing technical issues.

The Rural Sports Meet-2025-26 organised by NTPC under its CSR initiative began on Monday with participation from 21 government high schools from Ramagundam, Kamanpur, Anthergaon and Palakurthi mandals, aiming to promote sportsmanship and physical fitness among rural students

The CISF celebrated its 57th Raising Day at the RSTPS Ramagundam unit in Peddapalli district with a ceremonial parade and tactical demonstration. NTPC Executive Director Chandan Kumar Samanta reviewed the parade and presented prizes to the best performers.

Gudelli Srujana from Telangana secured the 55th rank in the UPSC Civil Services Examination 2025. Currently serving as a DSP under training, she emerged as one of the top performers, while several candidates from Telugu-speaking States also figured in the rank list.

Mango farmers in Jagtial are facing heavy flower drop after delayed flowering this season. Sudden weather changes and insect attacks are blamed for the damage. Horticulture officials have advised preventive sprays as arrivals to markets may be delayed.

Balka Suman, BRS district president, and six leaders were booked for unlawful assembly and rioting in Mancherial during an election meeting. Police allege they obstructed authorities, pelted stones, and caused injuries to officers, with investigations underway

The 77th Republic Day was celebrated with patriotic fervour across the erstwhile Karimnagar district, with district collectors unfurling the tricolour and public representatives joining citizens in colourful cultural programmes across Karimnagar, Jagtial, Peddapalli and Rajanna-Sircilla