Telangana

Sanathnagar police arrested a gym trainer and manager after a woman pilot accused him of sexually harassing her under the pretext of training. A case was registered based on her complaint, and the accused was produced before a court and remanded.

A dentist and a software engineer from Hanamkonda were killed on Saturday when their car lost control and plunged into a roadside ditch on the Hyderabad-Warangal National Highway near Jangaon. Four other family members sustained minor injuries

AIMIM president Asaduddin Owaisi has urged the Telangana Chief Electoral Officer to ensure greater transparency and accessibility during the Special Intensive Revision of electoral rolls. The party has sought data sharing, multilingual forms, clear verification procedures and voter-friendly measures.

Telangana recorded the highest inflation among all states at 6.15 per cent in May 2026, according to an SBI Research report. Higher fuel taxes, rising rural wages and dependence on imported fresh produce were cited as key factors behind the increase

Alleged encroachments and illegal fish ponds along the Singur reservoir have raised concerns about drinking water quality. Former Andole MLA Chanti Kranthi Kiran demanded a government inquiry, alleging official inaction and seeking action against those responsible.

Defence Minister Rajnath Singh urged newly commissioned IAF officers to adapt to evolving warfare technologies, including drones and satellite systems. Reviewing the AFA graduation parade, he stressed innovation, vigilance and continuous learning while commissioning the first NDA-trained women cadets.

A father and daughter died after being electrocuted while clearing fallen tree branches in Hyderabad’s Alwal following heavy rains. Police suspect snapped electric cables caused the incident. The victim’s wife also suffered burns, and an investigation is underway.

A gym trainer in Hyderabad’s Sanathnagar was arrested for allegedly sexually harassing a woman pilot at a gymnasium. Police registered a case based on her complaint, detained the accused, and produced him before the court, where he was remanded.

BRS leader T Harish Rao accused the Congress government of corruption and mismanagement in Singareni Collieries Company Limited (SCCL), alleging inflated contracts, irregular power projects, and concealment of coal stocks.

A 20-year-old man, V. Ruthik Roshan, died in Siddipet after consuming pesticide late Thursday night

Former minister Koppula Eashwar alleged large-scale irregularities in SCCL and claimed coal stocks were missing from storage points. After inspecting OCP-5 in Ramagundam, he demanded a CBI enquiry into the alleged disappearance of coal stocks and related scams

The family of Chinthakindi Saikiran, a migrant worker from Medak who died of a heart attack in Dubai, has been waiting for his body for 10 days. His wife has appealed to the Telangana government to help bring him home

The Telangana School Education Department has announced a major uniform overhaul for government schools, prescribing trousers and shirts for Class VI and VII students from the 2026-27 academic year. The new design, featuring light blue shirts and navy blue bottoms, replaces the maroon and ash combination introduced earlier.

Three major alcoholic beverage industry associations have asked the Telangana government to clear pending dues of Rs 3,725 crore before enforcing a new payment mechanism that deducts early payment discounts. They warned that prioritising recent supplies while leaving older receivables unsettled could expose companies to financial risks and audit scrutiny.

BRS leader and Siddipet MLA T Harish Rao has predicted that Telangana will witness a repeat of the national trend of Chief Ministers losing elections, asserting that Congress will be ousted in the next polls.

Sangareddy MLA Chintha Prabhakar has accused TPCC Working President T Jagga Reddy of protecting Chief Minister A Revanth Reddy and TPCC President B Mahesh Kumar Goud in the controversy surrounding Meenakshi Natarajan’s Rajya Sabha nomination rejection.

The Telangana High Court imposed a Rs 50,000 cost on the HYDRAA Commissioner for repeatedly failing to file counter affidavits in writ petitions concerning disputed land in Yousufguda. The court linked acceptance of HYDRAA's counter affidavit to compliance with the order

Donors and the American Telugu Association (ATA) have raised Rs 2.72 crore for Spandana Lagishetti, a 23-year-old student from Mancherial critical in a US hospital. Her parents, a cab driver and homemaker, are appealing for emergency visas

INSPACE Director (Technical) Rajeev Jyoti said India is making rapid advances in space technology and highlighted growing opportunities in the sector. Addressing WAMS-2026 at BVRIT, he also spoke about government support for startups and industry collaboration

Two men from Maharashtra were arrested in Adilabad for allegedly attempting to abduct and sexually assault a woman from Uttar Pradesh. The victim, who had lost her way, was rescued after raising an alarm and later lodged a police complaint

A traffic constable in Hyderabad's Banjara Hills alleged that two GHMC officials assaulted him after he stopped their vehicle for reportedly travelling on the wrong side of the road. Police have initiated an inquiry and are gathering details from those involved.

The Telangana Police launched an Advanced Computer Lab and She Cyber Lab at the CID Headquarters in Hyderabad. The AI-powered facility will support cybercrime detection, criminal investigations, data analytics and CCTNS operations, enhancing efficiency, transparency and technology-driven policing.

Former Sarpanch Gadge Meenakshi harvested Japan’s rare Miyazaki mangoes at Mukhra (K) village in Adilabad district. The plants were raised alongside native mango saplings in 2022, and the successful harvest has drawn appreciation from local residents

Sudden rains accompanied by strong winds lashed Karimnagar district on Friday, providing relief from humid weather. However, uprooted trees, damaged power lines, overflowing drains and waterlogged roads disrupted normal life and caused traffic problems in several parts of the town