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Telangana is witnessing a surge in late-stage cancer diagnoses due to extremely low screening rates. The 2026 NCDIR report reveals that most cases are detected only after metastasis, with tobacco use and breast, cervical, and oral cancers posing major public health challenges.

Telangana shuttler Hasini Reddy clinched the girls’ under-16 singles title at the 10th National Deaf Sub-Junior Badminton Championship in Chandigarh and also secured a bronze medal in mixed doubles with partner Arman.

The Telangana government will organise the first Legislators’ Sports Meet on March 28 and 29 at Lal Bahadur Stadium in Hyderabad, bringing together MLAs and MLCs from all parties for sports and cultural programmes to promote fitness and unity.

The India Meteorological Department has forecast a week of extreme weather in Telangana, with temperatures likely to cross 40°C in several districts even as thunderstorms, lightning, hailstorms and gusty winds are expected in the evenings until the end of the month.

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Fuel panic buying led to long queues and shortages across Adilabad and nearby districts, with many stations running dry. Officials attributed the crisis to increased demand amid West Asia tensions and said steps are underway to stabilise supplies

Turmeric prices have dropped by around Rs 2,000 per quintal as exports to West Asia slow due to the ongoing Iran-Israel-US conflict. Farmers allege traders are exploiting the situation, while production remains high in Telangana.

Telangana BJP president N Ramchander Rao was arrested during a protest near the Assembly against the Congress government’s alleged failure to implement its six guarantees. BJP workers attempted to lay siege to the Assembly, leading to tense scenes outside the premises.

A study published in the Indian Journal of Medical Research has linked rising fast-food consumption in Telangana and other southern States to higher diabetes risk, particularly in urban areas where spending on ultra-processed foods forms a significant share of household food budgets.

After days of thunderstorms and unseasonal rainfall, Telangana is likely to experience dry weather for the next three days, the IMD said. Temperatures will gradually rise later in the week, with thundershowers expected to return to isolated places by March 27.

Cryptic social media posts by TPCC Working President T. Jagga Reddy have sparked speculation within Telangana Congress over whether he is pressuring the leadership for a second term for his wife Nirmala at TGIIC, with developments closely watched ahead of July 30.

Telangana Boxing Federation will conduct women’s boxing selections at Lal Bahadur Stadium in Hyderabad on March 24 to select the State team for the second Chief of Army Cup boxing championship scheduled to be held in Pune

Eid-ul-Fitr was celebrated with religious fervour across Telangana on Saturday as thousands gathered at Eidgahs and mosques for special prayers. The largest congregation was witnessed at Eidgah Mir Alam in Hyderabad, where around two lakh people participated.

The BRS has alleged a Rs 30 crore loss in a Rs 54 crore smartphone procurement by the Telangana government, raising concerns over pricing and transparency, and demanding clarity on the procurement process and use of public funds.

In Hyderabad, BRS leaders, led by KT Rama Rao, protested at Telangana Martyrs’ Memorial, accusing the Congress government of failing to implement the Six Guarantees promised in elections, citing delays in pensions, women’s aid, farmer support, and youth employment schemes

Telangana’s 2026-27 Budget is expected to rely heavily on borrowings amid rising debt and limited revenues, as the government balances welfare commitments and infrastructure projects while facing pressure over partial implementation of its Six Guarantees.

NFHS-5 data reveals that 37 percent of married women in Telangana face spousal violence, with alcohol abuse emerging as a major trigger. Despite high prevalence, most victims do not seek institutional help, highlighting deep-rooted social acceptance and systemic gaps.

Vedic scholars Mruthyunjaya Sharma and Phanindra Sharma predicted rising public dissatisfaction and strengthened opposition if administrative failures persist in Telangana. They forecast good crop yields, improved water storage, youth challenges, economic fluctuations, and continued national strength in commerce and defense

BRS president K Chandrashekhar Rao extended Ugadi greetings, emphasizing renewal, hope, and agricultural beginnings. He expressed wishes for overcoming challenges and progress for Telangana. Party leaders KT Rama Rao and T Harish Rao also conveyed similar messages of prosperity and well-being

Telangana ranked last among large States in the Consumer Justice Ranking 2026, with the India Justice Report highlighting vacancies in commissions and significant delays, with cases taking up to 974 days for disposal against the stipulated 90 to 150 days.