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The Telangana Cricket Association has announced teams for the TCA T-20 Super League, starting April 20 in Warangal. Based on performances in the Telangana Gold Cup 2025-26 Inter-district League, six zonal teams will compete, followed by an inter-zonal summer league

A 45-year-old woman, Oora Sammakka, died after suffering an electric shock while hanging clothes at her residence in Yellanda village of Wardhannapet mandal. She was rushed to hospital but was declared dead on arrival

The BCCI has announced Phase 2 of the TATA IPL Fan Parks 2026, which will bring the live match-viewing experience to 30 cities across 18 states and one Union Territory over six weekends from April 18 to May 24.

SR University in Warangal conducted a 12-hour overnight hackathon for B Tech first-year students, with over 2,000 participants, aiming to promote creativity, teamwork and real-world problem-solving skills under continuous faculty mentorship.

Hyderabad-based senior oncologist Dr T Subramanyeswara Rao has been elected president of the Global Forum of Cancer Surgeons. He aims to improve access to cancer treatment worldwide, tailoring care to suit different countries and healthcare conditions.

A chit fund company managing director from Warangal district was arrested in Adilabad for allegedly cheating customers and evading payments worth Rs 1.11 crore. Police said multiple cases were registered against him and he had been absconding for six months.

Thatipatri Rakesh, a 41-year-old software engineer from Warangal working in the United States, died of a heart attack on Sunday. Rakesh, who had been living in Virginia for a decade, is survived by his wife Tejaswini and two children.

SR University in Warangal hosted the National Level Project Expo 2K26-Pragathi, bringing together young innovators from 23 universities and colleges. Over 100 projects in robotics, AI, healthcare and smart systems were showcased by students from across South India.

A ten-year-old boy, Dudala Abhinav, was electrocuted while playing at a friend’s house in Madannapet, Narsampet, Warangal. He was rushed to hospital but succumbed to the shock. Police have registered a case in connection with the incident.

Consumer activists and food safety officials have raised concerns over the alleged use of harmful synthetic colours instead of turmeric while cleaning chicken at several centres in Warangal. Authorities warned of strict action and announced awareness programmes on food safety.

A 33-year-old farmer from Nekkonda in Warangal district died by suicide after allegedly consuming pesticide due to mounting debts, with farmers blaming the government for failing to extend financial support under the Rythu Bharosa scheme.

A farmer died after stepping on an electric trap allegedly set up to deter wild boars in a maize field in Mogilicherla village of Warangal district, triggering protests by family members who demanded compensation and action against the neighbouring farmer.

As many as 13,037 students were absent for Intermediate Mathematics IIA, Botany II and Political Science II examinations across Telangana. While 4,59,835 students appeared, 13 malpractice cases were booked. TSBIE deputed observers to several districts to monitor the exams.

Konda Susmitha, daughter of Minister Konda Surekha, has announced that she will begin her political career by contesting from Parkal in the next Assembly elections. Her declaration has sparked political debate within the constituency and among party leaders.

BRS leader T Harish Rao accused the Congress government of crippling the Devadula Lift Irrigation Project by keeping pumps idle despite adequate Godavari flows, alleging neglect of farmers and failure to protect Telangana’s water interests

The State Human Rights Commission directed officials to restore water and electricity supply to Cherabanda Raju Nagar in Hanamkonda after complaints of illegal disconnection and caste-based discrimination. The Commission sought compliance reports and posted the matter for review on March 9

BRS MLC Dasoju Sravan condemned attempts to demolish Dalit houses in Cherabanda Raju Nagar Colony, Warangal. Families approached the District Collector and SHRC, which will review implementation on March 9. Sravan urged Dalit and tribal organisations to unite and protect rights.

Civil society organisations in Hanamkonda have launched protests demanding the merger of Warangal and Hanamkonda districts. Leaders and citizens argue that division has hindered development, while political voices urge the government to restore the undivided Warangal district for balanced growth

Hyderabad defeated Warangal by 23 runs in the Kaka Venkataswamy Memorial Telangana Inter-District T20 League Phase II at Warangal. Vineeth Pawar scored 65 runs, while Adilabad beat Karimnagar by nine runs in another close contest

Karimnagar defeated Warangal by nine runs in the Kaka Venkataswamy Memorial Telangana Inter-district T-20 cricket championship at Warangal. Other winners included Ranga Reddy, Nizamabad and Nalgonda, with standout performances from Navanith Rao, David Kripal Roy and Sainad Pagidimarri