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V Hanumantha Rao was appointed advisor for BC Welfare in Telangana with Minister of State rank. Retiring DGP B Shivadhar Reddy was named State Security Advisor

Telangana is experiencing severe heatwave conditions, with Adilabad hitting 44.3°C. The IMD has issued alerts for Hyderabad and nearby districts, forecasting continued high temperatures despite chances of isolated thunderstorms and gusty winds in some areas

Telangana Roads and Buildings Department is accelerating delayed Integrated District Offices Complex (IDOC) projects in five districts for completion by June. The facilities aim to improve administrative efficiency, alongside ongoing construction of legislator residence-cum-offices across the state

In Medak district, 17-year-old student Banoth Sai Priya died by suicide fearing exam failure, but later secured 480/600 marks. The incident highlights academic pressure among students, as her strong performance shocked family and raised concerns over mental health awareness

In Telangana’s Mancherial district, tribal communities long engaged in eco-friendly tasar sericulture face restrictions from forest authorities citing wildlife protection, threatening livelihoods. Despite government support and profitable yields, tensions rise over conservation, land access, and sustaining traditional silk farming practices

Girls outperformed boys in Telangana SSC Public Examinations 2026, recording a pass percentage of 96.26 compared to 94.07 for boys. Overall, 95.15 per cent of 5.16 lakh students cleared the exams, results of which were released on Wednesday.

Careless smoking has emerged as the leading cause of fire accidents in Telangana, accounting for 1,915 cases in 2026, according to fire department data. The State recorded 3,858 incidents, with Hyderabad reporting the highest number of fire calls.

Telangana is reeling under an intense heatwave, with temperatures crossing 44°C in several districts. While heatwave conditions are set to persist through the day, the IMD has forecast thunderstorms, lightning and gusty winds across multiple regions by evening.

The Telangana School Education Department has advanced the SSC 2026 results announcement to 1.30 pm on Wednesday. Over 5.28 lakh students can access their results online or via WhatsApp chatbot, with digital marks memos sent to registered mobile numbers.

The Vahan Portal rollout in Telangana faced initial technical issues but is now stabilising, with over 59,000 temporary registrations completed. Authorities are working to clear pending cases and expand services as part of efforts to digitise transport operations.

BRS working president KT Rama Rao reaffirmed the party’s Telangana agenda on its 26th Formation Day, expressing confidence that K Chandrashekhar Rao would return as Chief Minister in 2028 and accusing Congress and BJP of misgovernance.

IMD has issued a ‘Take Action’ heatwave warning for Telangana as temperatures surge across the State. Adilabad recorded 45.3°C, the highest, while several districts crossed 40°C. Officials warn dry winds may push temperatures higher in the next 48 hours.

Hyderabad will witness temperatures up to 40°C on Monday, with thunderstorms expected by evening. Across Telangana, intense daytime heat will give way to rain, lightning, and gusty winds, offering temporary relief but signalling unstable weather conditions this week.

Telangana will witness intense heat with temperatures up to 44°C across multiple districts till April 29, the IMD said, while forecasting thunderstorms, lightning and gusty winds in the evenings due to a low-level trough influencing weather conditions.

A Sub-Inspector in Karimnagar allegedly attacked a barber for calling him ‘Anna’ instead of “sir”. The incident, captured on CCTV in a salon, went viral on social media, drawing attention to the officer’s behaviour.

The Telangana unit of Builders Association of India urged Chief Minister A Revanth Reddy to clear pending bills of Rs.10,000 crore. The association highlighted financial distress, sought a meeting, and stressed the sector’s role in employment and economic growth.

Telangana is proceeding with road development under the Hybrid Annuity Model despite opposition allegations of irregularities, with tenders evaluated and recalled where needed, as officials plan to begin works in June following agreement finalisation.

A study by LVPEI has raised concerns over mass cataract surgeries in Telangana, revealing outcomes below WHO standards. High-volume surgical camps were linked to poor vision recovery, highlighting risks for vulnerable populations and questioning the effectiveness of current public health strategies.

Cash-strapped Congress governments in Telangana and Himachal Pradesh have proposed steep salary cuts for politicians and officials to manage finances and clear dues, drawing criticism from employees who demand structural reforms instead.

RTC workers intensified their strike across Telangana, staging protests at bus depots including Jeedimetla, disrupting services and demanding resolution of long-pending issues. BRS leader K. P. Vivekanand extended support, blaming the government for worker distress and rising tensions.