Telangana

A coordination meeting between the Telangana government and South Central Railway was held in Hyderabad to review ongoing railway projects. Discussions included ROBs, RUBs, and a proposed high-speed rail corridor linking major cities, aiming to improve infrastructure development.

An 11-year-old student at a government school in Film Nagar was allegedly injured during a midday meal after being struck by an ayah over taking extra eggs. Police have registered a case following a complaint by the child’s father.

A 19-year-old telecaller in Ameerpet has alleged harassment by her manager after being taken to a movie and later confined in the office. Punjagutta police have registered a case and are investigating the incident based on her complaint.

Two persons died and four others were injured in a multi-vehicle accident on the Khammam-Aswaraopet highway. A truck, auto-rickshaw, tractor trolley and an official vehicle were involved. The injured were shifted to Kothagudem hospital for treatment.

The Anti-Corruption Bureau conducted surprise checks at 13 Mee Seva centres in Telangana and found irregularities, including blank certificates and overcharging of applicants. A case was registered in Alwal, and a report will be sent to the government for action.

A passenger at Hyderabad’s RGIA airport was caught with $48,550 in cash, worth about ₹45.28 lakh. CISF officials found the money during baggage screening. The passenger, bound for Hong Kong, has been handed over to customs for investigation.

Telangana will continue to face a severe heatwave until April 20, with temperatures reaching 44°C. The IMD Hyderabad predicts relief afterward, with thunderstorms, rain, and gusty winds expected across several districts between April 20 and 21.

Hyderabad is experiencing intense heatwave conditions, with temperatures rising between 40°C and 42°C in several areas, according to TSDPS. Multiple localities including Patancheru, Jubilee Hills, and Uppal recorded high temperatures, urging citizens to stay cautious during extreme heat.

During the heatwave, birds and stray animals are suffering from severe thirst and dehydration. NGOs and animal groups are urging citizens to place water bowls and food outside homes. Experts also encourage careful handling of exhausted animals and involving children.

BJP MP Tejasvi Surya’s remarks comparing Telangana’s formation to Partition triggered a political controversy. While Telangana MPs remained silent in Parliament, BRS leaders strongly criticised the comments and demanded an unconditional apology from the BJP leadership.

Vigilance officials are conducting checks at the Karimnagar sub-registrar office as part of statewide raids. They are verifying stamp duty, GST collections, and registration records to identify irregularities, procedural lapses, and possible revenue loss.

The Railway Board has extended the Indore–Lingampalli Humsafar Express to Charlapalli and introduced a new weekly Charlapalli–Narsapur train. It has also increased the Kakinada–Lingampalli Express frequency to daily, improving connectivity and travel convenience for passengers.

A 50-year-old woman died of electrocution while filling water in an air cooler in Nirmal district. Her father was injured while trying to rescue her. The incident was reportedly caused by faulty wiring, police said

Army Public School, Golconda, achieved a 100% pass rate in CBSE Class X exams. Many students scored above 90%, with Noelle Singh Thakur topping the school. The success highlights the school’s strong focus on quality education and overall development.

Workers of the Cement Corporation of India unit in Adilabad are worried after the Union government invited tenders to sell machinery as scrap. They fear the move signals closure, ending hopes of revival and impacting livelihoods dependent on the factory.

Doctors at Apollo Hospitals in Hyderabad successfully performed a complex Whole Lung Lavage procedure on a patient with a rare lung disease. The 10-hour treatment cleared protein buildup in the lungs, helping improve breathing and overall condition.

Despite ambitious plans to develop Charminar like the Taj Mahal area, basic facilities such as seating are still missing. Visitors struggle daily, while locals and stakeholders question delays in the long-pending redevelopment project despite significant public spending.

Artisans of Telangana’s power utilities continued their strike despite warnings from TG TRANSCO and TG GENCO. Protesting at GTS Colony, they demanded employee conversion, wage implementation and service rule enforcement, even as authorities threatened termination and withdrew medical benefits.

A technical glitch disrupted HMWSSB’s customer care and water tanker booking services early Thursday. The issue, affecting the 155313 helpline, was fixed by afternoon with BSNL’s help, and services resumed, with customers again able to book tankers and lodge complaints.

The Railway Ministry has approved new and extended train services between Andhra Pradesh and Telangana, including Charlapalli–Narasapur and Narsapur–Tirupati weekly expresses, along with the extension of the Indore Humsafar Express and increased frequency of the Kakinada Town Express.

Kaara Technologies has launched Kaara Code, an AI-based platform that helps companies build software faster and more efficiently. It focuses on the full development process, solving delays in testing, integration, and coordination, not just speeding up coding.

A major fire gutted Sri Ganga Bhavani Oil Mill in Sadasivapet, Sangareddy district, destroying oil, oil seeds and machinery worth around Rs 1 crore. The blaze, suspected to have been caused by a short circuit, was controlled after two hours.

BRS is set for a major show of strength in Jagtial on April 20, where party chief K. Chandrashekar Rao will address a public meeting after a long gap. The event also marks senior leader T. Jeevan Reddy’s induction.

A woman allegedly attempted suicide by consuming pesticide during a government programme in Suryapet, claiming injustice in Indiramma house allotment. She was immediately shifted to hospital. The incident triggered shock among officials and calls for an inquiry.