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Empowering TOMCOM is key to protecting migrant workers and maximising remittance gains

The Telangana High Court expressed concern over the slow investigation into the Sigachi Industries fire and delay in compensating victims. It directed the state to submit FIR details, worker data, and compensation status. The matter will be heard next on August 27.

The Telangana government has approved the establishment of a University College of Engineering under Telangana University, Nizamabad, from the 2025–26 academic year. The college will offer four BTech programmes with 60 seats each. Orders were issued by Education Secretary Dr Yogita Rana

Several private colleges in Mancherial are under scrutiny for operating without approval, running illegal hostels, and compromising student safety. The death of an 18-year-old student in a hostel fall triggered outrage. Officials confirmed multiple violations, including denial of TCs

Rashtrapati Nilayam’s new garden, Nilayam Nikunj, will open to the public from August 1. Inaugurated by President Murmu, the six-acre green space features topiary, rose gardens, and a kids’ zone, promoting sustainability and wellness. Entry is free with prior registration

A 55-year-old woman from Chintalamanepalli mandal in Kumram Bheem Asifabad district died after being attacked by a wild boar while returning from her farm. The family has sought compensation from the Forest Department, citing a wild animal attack

A blackmail racket was exposed in Bhadrachalam after lodge staff allegedly filmed a couple without consent and extorted Rs 60,000. The 19-year-old victim filed a police complaint, leading to an FIR under BNS and IT Act sections

BRS president K Chandrashekhar Rao has launched a state-wide campaign against the Congress over the Banakacherla project, agrarian distress, and irrigation failures. The party hopes to turn upcoming elections into a referendum on Telangana’s water rights and farmer welfare

Households in Telangana are spending around Rs 4,825 crore annually on medical treatment, mostly due to out-of-pocket expenses for hospitalisation. Rural families bear a larger share of this burden, often forced to rely on private healthcare, pushing many into debt

Donald Trump announced a 25% tariff on Indian goods, effective August 1, criticising high trade barriers and India's ties with Russia. His Truth Social post accused India of unfair practices and dependency on Russian military and energy supplies

BRS leader RS Praveen Kumar appealed to Chief Minister Revanth Reddy to revoke the dismissal of 10 special police constables who protested reduced leave and lack of reforms. He termed the action unjust and urged reinstatement on humanitarian grounds

A 17-year-old Intermediate student, Kothapelli Shirisha, died after allegedly falling from her college building in Karimnagar. Her parents blame the college for negligence. The case follows two recent student suicide incidents in Mancherial, prompting renewed focus on hostel safety and student well-being

Kakatiya Government College, Hanamkonda, hosted an international seminar on biomedical research with global experts addressing emerging topics like mesothelioma biomarkers, women's health, and drug resistance in tuberculosis. The event witnessed active participation from faculty, researchers, and students.

Sridevi Women’s Engineering College has earned NBA re-accreditation for all eligible engineering programs for 2025–28. This marks the institution’s third successful cycle, reinforcing its dedication to academic quality, innovation, and empowering women through excellence in technical education

Draper Startup House has launched its first Draper Founders Program in India, hosted in Hyderabad. The 12-day equity-free accelerator brings together 14 bootstrapped founders, offering global exposure, mentorship, and practical tools to scale their startups and connect with investors

Plugzmart, incubated at IIT Madras, has launched a first-of-its-kind EV charging solution allowing chargers to connect with multiple CMS networks simultaneously. The innovation increases charger visibility, enhances ROI for owners, and offers EV users broader accessibility across platforms

Students say that the high fee for CLAT registration and admission counselling is creating nearly insurmountable economic obstacles for many prospective law students, particularly from economically weaker sections. Despite the submission of concerns, the Consortium of NLUs has neither responded nor taken action.

For decades, Hyderabad’s Abids GPO bus stand was a magnet for government job aspirants. Now, only one stall remains, run by Rajesh Goud, who reflects on the golden era when thousands came daily to buy job application forms

Cyber fraudsters are sending fake HMWSSB bill messages in Hyderabad, threatening water supply disconnection to trick people into sharing bank details. The HMWSSB clarified it never asks for payments through third-party links and urged the public to stay alert

J Sudhakar, a municipal contractor and ex-serviceman, was found dead in a suspected suicide at Sitarampatnam in Paloncha mandal. A bottle of monocrotophos was recovered nearby. Police have registered a case and initiated an investigation into the incident