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BC Welfare Minister Ponnam Prabhakar criticised Andhra Pradesh Deputy Chief Minister Pawan Kalyan, accusing him of advancing the BJP agenda and acting against Telangana's interests. He urged people to stay away from Pawan's proposed Nava Nirmana meeting in Hyderabad.

Telangana’s borrowings exceeded revenue receipts in April, with the State raising Rs 11,413 crore against Rs 10,974 crore in income, according to CAG data. The State posted a fiscal deficit matching its borrowings, highlighting mounting pressure on public finances.

At the Telangana Journalists Forum’s Formation Day event, TJF leaders alleged attempts to undermine Telangana’s identity 12 years after statehood. They criticized the installation of Andhra leaders’ statues in Hyderabad and accused the state government of compromising Telangana’s interests

Telangana CM Revanth Reddy, Dy CM Mallu Bhatti Vikramarka, and Congress chief Mahesh Goud met AICC President Mallikarjun Kharge in Hyderabad. They discussed state politics and programmes. Revanth will review the Employees’ Health Scheme covering 17.07 lakh beneficiaries from June

BRS leader KT Rama Rao accused Rahul Gandhi of failing to deliver Congress’s 2023 promises to Telangana auto drivers, including welfare board and Rs 12,000 aid. He cited over 100 suicides, questioning fresh promises in Delhi while old commitments remain unmet 

BRS working president KT Rama Rao accused the Congress government of failing to fulfil promises made to SCs, STs, BCs and Minorities. He alleged favouritism in awarding contracts, demanded repeal of GOMs 17 and sought a white paper on contractor funds.

AIMIM president Asaduddin Owaisi has urged voters in Telangana to take the upcoming Special Intensive Revision of electoral rolls seriously and cooperate with Booth Level Officers. He also criticised restrictions on offering namaz on roads, calling for uniform standards.

NFHS-6 data reveals Telangana is grappling with a dual public health challenge of persistent child malnutrition and rising obesity-related diseases. While stunting has declined, poor dietary quality, increasing diabetes, hypertension and overweight prevalence are emerging as major health concerns.

The IMD has forecast a below-normal Southwest Monsoon for 2026, with Telangana likely to receive deficient rainfall and a sluggish onset in June. The report also warns of continued heatwave conditions in isolated pockets despite the official monsoon season beginning.

The Telangana government plans to introduce a Unified Card integrating welfare benefits and citizen data across departments. Chief Minister Revanth Reddy directed officials to develop an AI-based profiling system aimed at reducing duplication, improving welfare delivery, and streamlining beneficiary tracking

Narsapur MLA V Sunitha Lakshma Reddy accused the Congress government of neglecting farmers waiting at procurement centres. She demanded MSP purchase of rain-soaked paddy and release of pending Rythu Bharosa instalments, warning that farmers will teach Congress a lesson for failed promises

Shaik Lateef, an auto driver-cum-social worker from Wyra mandal in Khammam, is campaigning for admissions to government schools. Using a megaphone, he highlights English-medium teaching, facilities, and mid-day meals, urging villagers to enroll children for a brighter future

Forest officials in Adilabad are facing trouble due to AI-generated tiger photographs going viral on social media. A fake tiger image shared by a youngster in Neradigonda triggered panic among villagers, forcing officials to verify the claims and monitor the situation closely

  Eid-ul-Adha was celebrated across Jammu and Kashmir on May 27 with large congregations in Budgam, Jammu, Banihal, Shopian, and Kupwara. Leaders and scholars emphasized peace, sacrifice, and harmony. Most other Indian states will observe Bakrid on May 28 after Moon-sighting 

Thunderstorms and gales devastated Telangana, soaking paddy and maize stocks at procurement centres, worsening farmers’ woes amid delayed government purchases. Heavy  rainfall in Sangareddy, Siddipet, and Medak caused crop losses, prompting demands for immediate procurement before monsoon entry predicted within a week 

Overnight thunderstorms brought relief to Hyderabad and surrounding districts after a month-long heatwave. Widespread showers, gusty winds, and cloud cover cooled conditions. Mahabubnagar recorded the highest rainfall at 112 mm, while Hyderabad areas saw steady moderate rains, easing summer discomfort 

A private travel bus overturned in Andhra Pradesh’s Anantapur district, injuring around 30 passengers, including 10 critically. Separate road mishaps in Telangana, including a bus fire at Hyderabad’s MGBS and a multi-vehicle collision in Nizamabad, also triggered panic and left several injured

Zaheerabad farmers in Telangana showcase remarkable crop diversity, cultivating over 130 varieties including fruits, vegetables, pulses, oilseeds, flowers, and agro-forestry plants. Despite successes like GI-tagged colocasia and famed guava, they seek stronger government support for seeds, marketing, and storage to sustain innovation

Telangana is expected to continue experiencing severe heatwave conditions till the end of the month, with temperatures likely to cross 44 degrees Celsius in several districts. IMD has issued a red alert while forecasting sporadic thunderstorm activity across parts of the State.

BRS working president K T Rama Rao criticised the Telangana Congress government over alleged decline in emergency and humanitarian services, citing a recent hearse vehicle incident. He said the episode reflected a collapse of governance and failure to ensure dignity for citizens.