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Dalit organisations across Karimnagar protested against BC Welfare Minister Ponnam Prabhakar for allegedly making derogatory remarks against SC, ST and Minorities Welfare Minister Adluri Laxman Kumar. Activists burnt effigies and demanded an unconditional apology, warning of intensified agitation

SC, ST Welfare Minister Adluri Laxman raised objections to alleged derogatory remarks by BC Welfare Minister Ponnam Prabhakar, calling for a public apology. He has written to party leaders and plans to meet top Congress figures amid election season tensions.

BRS has announced Maganti Sunitha as its Jubilee Hills by-election candidate, while Congress and BJP are yet to declare theirs. Committees in both parties are recommending candidates, with announcements expected in the next two to three days

A video allegedly capturing BC Welfare Minister Ponnam Prabhakar making a derogatory remark about SC Welfare Minister Adluri Laxman has triggered political backlash in Telangana. The comment, which referred to someone as a "buffalo," was widely condemned after being shared by BRS leaders.

Hundreds of medical students gathered at KBR Park, Hyderabad, for a special awareness run against substance abuse, marking the kickoff of Anastomoz-2025, the annual inter-medical college fest hosted by Apollo Institute of Medical Sciences and Research.

BC Welfare Minister Ponnam Prabhakar urged all political parties to file affidavits in the High Court supporting the Congress government’s move to provide 42 percent reservations to BCs in local bodies. He said Bills were passed and sent for presidential approval.

A vehicle in Transport Minister Ponnam Prabhakar’s convoy met with an accident near Siddipet after a tyre burst caused it to crash into a road divider and cross into the opposite lane. Fortunately, no vehicles were approaching at the time, and no injuries were reported.

The Telangana Cabinet decided to hold local body elections with 42 percent reservations for BCs and SC/ST quota based on the 2001 census. It also discussed flood damages, paddy procurement lapses, and appointment of in-charges for fisheries societies

Ahead of anticipated heavy rains, Hyderabad In-charge Minister Ponnam Prabhakar convened a coordination meeting with key officials from GHMC, HYDRAA, HMWSSB, and other departments to discuss precautionary measures aimed at minimising public inconvenience.

ACB officials arrested Jagtial District Transport Officer Banothu Badru Naik for accepting a bribe of Rs. 22,000 from a JCB owner. He had earlier demanded Rs. 40,000 for releasing a seized vehicle and two phones. His retirement was due this month

A youth in Karimnagar attempted suicide by consuming petrol after being excluded from the Indiramma housing scheme. He staged a protest demanding immediate allotment. Locals alerted police, who rushed him to hospital. He alleged favouritism in the beneficiary list

BJP State president N Ramchander Rao urged the Congress to appoint Ponnam Prabhakar or Mahesh Kumar Goud as CM, while rejecting any alliance with TDP. He also slammed HYDRAA and said Congress would face electoral demolition

Telangana BC Welfare Minister Ponnam Prabhakar urged BJP MPs to resign, demanding the Centre include 42 per cent BC quota in the Ninth Schedule. BJP’s N Ramchander Rao opposed the move, citing judicial review. Political debate continues over constitutional limits.

There should not be any lethargy in serving quality food to the students. If any officials are found irresponsible in their duties stern action would be initiated against them, the BC Welfare Minister warned.

BC Welfare Minister Ponnam Prabhakar said a job calendar for issuing notifications for 17,000 jobs was ready. This apart, the State government was planning to release notifications for another 22,000 jobs and ensure a total of one lakh jobs were provided before March.

Construction of the Automated Testing Station in Karimnagar, proposed to modernise vehicle fitness checks, is yet to begin three months after its foundation was laid.

Health Minister Damodara Rajanarasimha announces PG Medical Centre with 50 seats for Husnabad while inaugurating a 100-bed hospital and laying foundation for a 150-bed facility. Ministers also launch key road project and reviewed oil palm factory works

The Deputy Chief Minister added that measures were being taken to meet an estimated demand of 26,000 megawatts by 2029–30, and 33,773 megawatts by 2034–35.

The Telangana government’s move to transfer cosmetic charges directly into students’ bank accounts is drawing criticism, as most students lack accounts. Practical issues like remote banks, document requirements, and delayed school rents further complicate the policy’s execution

Dr Reddy, a highly respected veteran doctor from the district, passed away due to age-related ailments. He was under treatment at a local hospital. Several leaders and medical professionals paid tribute. The funeral is scheduled for Tuesday