Telangana

TPCC Working President T Jagga Reddy criticised political parties, including his own Congress, for altering their stance on public issues after coming to power. Speaking in Sangareddy, he said that whether it is Congress, BJP, or BRS, parties must remain consistent in their positions.

BRS leader T Jeevan Reddy said the High Court verdict on the PC Ghose Commission report exposed the state government’s conspiracy. He criticised Chief Minister Revanth Reddy over delay in repairing Meddigadda barrage and failure to implement poll promises

The TGSRTC strike has severely disrupted bus services across Telangana for the second day, affecting lakhs of commuters. With thousands of buses off the roads, the corporation is losing nearly Rs 15 crore daily while passengers face higher private transport costs.

Former minister Jogu Ramanna demanded an apology from Chief Minister A Revanth Reddy over remarks on the Kaleshwaram project, citing the High Court verdict. He alleged misinformation and criticised the Congress for failing farmers and delaying Rythu Bharosa benefits

Two Sub-Inspectors in Warangal police commissionerate have been suspended after an inquiry substantiated allegations against them. The Commissioner of Police also ordered the transfer of nine SIs working in various police stations under the commissionerate limits

A farmer died of electrocution in Medak while trying to fix a borewell pumpset at his farm. The incident occurred in Yellapur village, and police have registered a case and shifted the body for postmortem

Transco officials visited a farmer’s field in Sangareddy after a report highlighted repeated motor damage due to voltage fluctuations. Officials assured corrective measures, including installing a capacitor and raising electric lines, following the farmer’s complaint to the Chief Minister

Telangana teachers’ body TPUS has urged the State government to release the transfer schedule immediately after the ban was lifted. It called for a transparent, online counselling-based system and priority for health, family, and special-category cases.

ABVP activists staged a protest at the Telangana SBTET office, demanding promotion for diploma students allegedly detained due to technical glitches in results. The protest led to a scuffle with police, and several activists were detained.

Osmania University is exploring a cybersecurity education partnership with Macquarie University, KPMG India, and Austrade. The initiative aims to set up a Cyber Skills Academy and provide students with industry-aligned, job-ready training in digital trust and cybersecurity.

Two Sub-Inspectors were suspended in the Warangal Police Commissionerate after an inquiry substantiated allegations against them. Police Commissioner Sunpreet Singh also ordered the transfer of nine SIs as part of administrative measures.

A farmer died of electrocution in Medak district while attempting to repair a borewell pumpset. The victim came into contact with live wires at his farm in Yellapur village. Police registered a case and shifted the body for postmortem.

Humanscale has opened a 2,300 sq. ft. ergonomic experience centre in Hyderabad’s Banjara Hills. The showroom showcases premium workplace solutions and will cater to corporate and retail clients, with expansion plans for other major Indian cities.

A symposium in Hyderabad highlighted the need for community-based mental health interventions for adolescents in urban slums. Experts emphasised life skills education and programmes like ANUMATI 2.0 to build resilience and address gaps in school-based support systems.

Frequent fire incidents in Sangareddy’s BHEL township have been linked to the burning of waste by sanitation workers. Fires spread rapidly due to dry leaves, raising concerns over safety and prompting calls for better waste management practices

Telangana Governor Shiv Pratap Shukla urged universities to prioritise skill development, academic reforms, and employability. He stressed industry collaboration and full implementation of the National Education Policy during a meeting with Vice-Chancellors and higher education officials.

A TGRTC driver set himself on fire during a protest at Narsampet depot in Warangal, triggering tension. Colleagues rescued him and he remains critical. Workers blamed the government and RTC management for ignoring their demands during the ongoing strike

More than a year after its launch, the Rajiv Yuva Vikasam scheme in Telangana remains stalled with no clarity on implementation. Despite promises of self-employment support for five lakh youth, the scheme has not progressed beyond initial announcements.

The Siddipet Police will organise a mega job mela titled Siddipet Police Udyoga Mitra on April 25 to provide employment opportunities to youth. Eligible candidates from various educational backgrounds can attend and participate in on-the-spot recruitment by companies.

Six historic buildings across Hyderabad and Secunderabad, including Osmania University and CSI Wesley Church, have been awarded the INTACH Heritage Awards 2026 for their architectural and cultural significance, highlighting the city’s rich heritage and preservation efforts.

India leads global adoption of AI in healthcare, with 85 per cent of consumers consulting AI tools before doctors, according to a BCG study. The trend is driven by youth, though most users still prefer a hybrid doctor–AI model.

Vedakumar Manikonda marked Earth Day by planting saplings at Balaranya Nature Center in Pragnapur, urging collective responsibility towards environmental conservation and sustainable practices, while promoting tree plantation as a way to build a greener future.

The ongoing TGSRTC strike has increased reliance on auto-rickshaws in Hyderabad, boosting drivers’ incomes. However, commuters have raised concerns over alleged overcharging, as limited bus services have left passengers with few transport alternatives across key routes.

Delays in paddy procurement across Telangana have left farmers in distress, with only half the planned centres opened. Protests erupted in several districts as farmers feared distress sales amid unseasonal rain threats and limited procurement by authorities.