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A driver linked to former Endowments Minister Konda Surekha’s former OSD Sumanth was arrested in Hyderabad after a real estate businessman alleged he was assaulted with iron rods and threatened by a group that demanded Rs 10 crore from him

BRS leader T Harish Rao demanded an inquiry into alleged poor-quality uniforms supplied to Telangana government school students. He claimed shortages, incorrect measurements and fading colours, while accusing the Revanth Reddy government of sidelining local handloom workers in favour of corporate suppliers

Modern Educational Facilities to Serve 200+ students in Rural Rangareddy District

Guidehouse has opened a new hub in Hyderabad, its fourth location in India, and plans to expand its workforce there from around 200 to 1,000 employees within 12 months, focusing on healthcare, financial services and technology-enabled managed services

The Telangana AYUSH House Surgeons and PG Doctors Joint Action Committee continued its strike in Warangal for the 17th day, demanding stipend parity with Allopathy doctors. The medicos rejected a proposed 15 per cent hike and threatened to intensify protests.

As many as 89 rice mills in Telangana allegedly diverted 3.72 lakh metric tonnes of paddy worth Rs 927.16 crore under the Custom Milling Rice process. Officials have recovered over Rs 700 crore and registered 28 criminal cases against millers.

The Telangana Congress decision to serve a showcause notice on Forest Minister Konda Surekha over her daughter Konda Sushmitha’s remarks against Chief Minister A Revanth Reddy has triggered dissent, with party leaders questioning the disciplinary process and alleging discrimination.

Former MLA Gongidi Sunitha has demanded Chief Minister A Revanth Reddy’s resignation, alleging failure to maintain law and order and ensure women’s safety. She also sought a probe into Rupa Reddy’s murder and stronger action against drugs, alcohol and crimes.

Telangana recorded a Rs 19,266.83 crore revenue deficit during the first four months of 2026-27, while the fiscal deficit reached 57.7 per cent of the annual target. The latest CAG report highlights slow revenue growth, rising recurring expenditure and increasing dependence on borrowings.

A Hyderabad court has convicted 33 persons in a POCSO and PITA case investigated by the Telangana CID. Five were sentenced to life imprisonment, while others received varying prison terms. The court also ordered compensation of Rs 5 lakh each.

Established on August 19, 1976, Kakatiya University completes 50 years of advancing higher education, research and regional development in North Telangana. From its beginnings as an Osmania University postgraduate centre, it has evolved into a multidisciplinary institution shaping generations.

BRSLP deputy leader T Harish Rao condemned the arrest of licensed surveyors protesting at Survey Bhavan over pending payments. He demanded their immediate release and urged the Telangana government to hold talks with the surveyors and resolve their grievances.

The Supreme Court has dismissed a plea seeking replacement of hanging with less painful methods for executing death row convicts. The bench said its verdict would not prevent the Centre from reviewing the existing method through an expert body.

BRS general secretary RS Praveen Kumar questioned the Congress government’s failure to file a counter petition against the High Court stay on Kalyana Lakshmi and Shaadi Mubarak. He alleged legal lapses and accused the government of delaying welfare schemes.

The Telangana government has cancelled the allotment of 1.04 acres of Urdu Academy land in Serilingampally to NN Infra & Constructions following protests and criticism. Former BRS leader Waheed Ahmed welcomed the decision and sought development of the site.

A total of 73.39 lakh voters have been excluded from Telangana’s draft electoral rolls, while around 92 lakh electors will receive notices over anomalies and unmapped records as part of the Special Intensive Revision of electoral rolls.

The Telangana Rifle Association will host three major shooting competitions from August 18 to 21 at the OCTOPUS Shooting Range in Ibrahimpatnam, Hyderabad. The events will feature Big Bore and Super Big Bore competitions, bringing athletes and coaches from across India

TGSRTC continues to face low occupancy on city bus services during afternoon lean hours, even as peak-hour demand remains high. Commuters and transport experts suggest flexible scheduling, dynamic fares and deploying mini buses to improve efficiency and service utilisation.

Hyderabad celebrated the 80th Independence Day with patriotic fervour, with events held across schools, colleges, offices, residential colonies and business establishments. Parades, cultural programmes, patriotic songs, sweet distribution and award presentations marked celebrations across the city.

BRS working president KT Rama Rao criticised the Congress government over the Kalyana Lakshmi scheme, power outages and alleged failures in welfare and development. He recalled the BRS government’s achievements and said his party would return to power.