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A 32-year-old panchayat worker, Md Mohin Pasha, died of electrocution in Vechareni village, Siddipet, while installing an iron flag post for Independence Day celebrations. The post came in contact with 11 kV power lines, killing him instantly

Former Finance Minister T Harish Rao has warned of an economic red alert as Telangana records deflation for the second month in a row. He blamed reduced government spending, failed promises and policy errors for the State’s economic slowdown

A Telangana government panel has warned that storing water up to 522 metres in the Singur reservoir could damage the structure. Experts recommended restricting it to 517 metres and called for immediate repairs to prevent a possible breach and downstream disaster

TGSRTC has warned job aspirants about fraudsters offering fake employment opportunities in exchange for money. The corporation clarified that recruitment for 3,038 posts will be conducted transparently through official channels and urged people to report any fraudulent approaches

Actor, author and cancer survivor Lisa Ray shared her inspiring life journey at an interactive session hosted by FICCI FLO Hyderabad. She spoke about battling illness, embracing self-healing, and the power of meditation in reclaiming resilience and peace

A statewide transport strike has brought public commuting to a halt in Raichur district. With KSRTC services largely suspended, Andhra and Telangana have deployed buses to ease the crisis. Rural commuters continue to suffer as local connectivity remains crippled

India’s Independence Day sales are offering major discounts on gaming gear, including consoles, phones, PCs, and accessories. With deals across platforms, gamers have the perfect chance to upgrade their setups—but should buy responsibly amid tempting offers

A man from Achampet village in Medak district allegedly smashed his six-month-old daughter to the floor, suspecting his wife's fidelity. The infant suffered serious injuries and is undergoing treatment in Hyderabad. Police have registered a case and are investigating

Thirty students at a tribal ashram school in Kallur, Khammam, fell ill due to suspected food poisoning after breakfast. Ten were hospitalised in serious condition. Officials launched a probe, and Telangana Girijana Sangham demanded a survey of food safety in hostels

A Hyderabad court sentenced a 19-year-old man, Kamalakar Shiva Kumar, to 25 years of rigorous imprisonment for sexually assaulting a minor girl in 2021. The court also awarded Rs 5 lakh as compensation to the victim and imposed a fine

Mohammad Iqbal Shareef from Kagaznagar scored 98.5% in his master’s degree from Western Global University, USA, ranking among the top three students from 26 countries. He studied Occupational Health, Safety and Environmental Management and hails from a civic leader’s family

PJTAU awarded 844 degrees at its 55th convocation in Hyderabad. G Bhargavi received six gold medals and Arshiya Tabassum got four. Dr Mangi Lal Jat stressed the importance of food systems and multi-disciplinary research during his address

Cyber slavery, or digital slavery, is emerging as a new form of human trafficking. Victims are lured with fake jobs and coerced into online scams. India has seen losses of Rs 500 crore in a year, officials say, highlighting global jurisdictional challenges

A ration card distribution event at Banjara Bhavan in Hyderabad turned tense as Congress Minister Ponnam Prabhakar and BRS MLC Dasoju Sravan clashed over ration card allocations. Sravan accused the Congress of creating false narratives and demanded official data release

Unauthorized flex banners on roads in Kothagudem are causing safety hazards, say residents. An advocate and locals raised concerns after accidents were reported due to poor visibility at turns. They demand immediate removal and legal action against offenders.

The Secunderabad Cantonment Board has launched a disconnection drive to recover Rs 6 crore in pending water bills. With 28 per cent of consumers defaulting, the SCB is cutting supply, urging settlements, and offering rebates to improve finances.

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

A mysterious aircraft spotted near Hyderabad’s T-Hub has caught the attention of Reddit users. Theories range from an abandoned aeroplane-themed restaurant to influencer content zones. While unverified, the aircraft continues to spark speculation and humour among tech corridor employees

BRS leaders lodged a complaint with the ED alleging a Rs 423 crore paddy procurement scam involving Chief Minister Revanth Reddy and Civil Supplies officials. They claimed funds were siphoned off through money laundering and demanded a wider probe by central agencies

Telangana has constructed only 58 percent of its sanctioned kitchen-cum-stores under the PM Poshan Yojana, ranking lowest among Indian States. With over 12,000 kitchens still pending, schools struggle to cook mid-day meals, especially during the rainy season