Telangana

The Telangana Cyber Security Bureau has registered a case after Star Hospitals alleged that sensitive patient records, employee details and confidential internal documents were published on an unauthorised website. Police are investigating the alleged breach under the BNS and Information Technology Act.

During the Bonalu Rangam ritual at Hyderabad's Ujjaini Mahakali Temple, oracle Swarnalatha predicted floods, fire accidents and heavy loss of life in Telangana this year. She also expressed displeasure over the delay in installing an idol and criticised the temple priest's attitude.

A 34-year-old woman was arrested after allegedly drowning her nine-month-old daughter in Bairamalguda Lake under the LB Nagar police limits in Hyderabad. Police suspect she was under the influence of alcohol and are investigating the motive behind the child's death.

Banjara Hills police registered a POCSO case against a youth for allegedly harassing a minor girl, posting her photos and videos on social media, demanding Rs 1 lakh to remove the content, and threatening her family. Police are searching for the suspect

A large pothole has appeared on Hyderabad's Falaknuma Road Over Bridge less than a year after its inauguration, raising concerns over construction quality and commuter safety. Residents have urged GHMC to repair the damage immediately and inspect the bridge to prevent accidents

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A close associate of Mancherial MLA K Premsagar Rao is reportedly preparing to align with Labour Minister Dr G Vivek amid growing differences. The move is expected to intensify factional politics in the district and further strain relations between the two Congress leaders

The Godavari River receded below the first warning level at Bhadrachalam, prompting officials to withdraw the flood warning. Evacuated villagers have been asked to remain at relief centres, while sanitation work has begun in flood-affected villages to restore normalcy

NIT Warangal hosted its first-ever Industry Conclave: Career Launch Summit 2026, aimed at preparing students for placements through industry talks, alumni interactions, and the release of the placement brochure for 2026–27.

Thousands of devotees thronged the Durga Devi temple at an abandoned quarry of Mancherial Cement Company during the Ashada Bonalu festival, with elaborate arrangements made for crowd management, water, sanitation, and medical services.

Roads and Buildings Minister Komatireddy Venkat Reddy said he would contest the next Assembly elections only if the people of Nalgonda assured him of a bumper majority. He also highlighted development works, irrigation projects and welfare initiatives in the constituency

The Sangareddy district administration has withdrawn the land acquisition notification for 566.12 acres in Rejinthal village following High Court directions. The decision brings relief to 292 farmers, who argued that the fertile land was their only source of livelihood.

BRS working president K. T. Rama Rao has urged Rahul Gandhi to direct Chief Minister A. Revanth Reddy to withdraw his alleged remarks on engineering students and issue an unconditional apology, warning that silence would amount to political endorsement of the comments.

JNTUH Registrar Prof Dr A Jayalakshmi urged graduates of BV Raju Institute of Technology to pursue their goals with commitment and discipline during the institution's 26th convocation, where 1,510 students received degrees and outstanding performers were honoured with awards and gold medals

BRS leaders visited a youth undergoing treatment in Khammam after an alleged suicide attempt and accused the Congress government of failing to fulfil its promises on job notifications. They urged unemployed youth not to take extreme steps and vowed to continue raising their concerns

The Cyberabad Traffic Police booked 333 motorists during a weekend drunken driving enforcement drive. Two-wheeler riders accounted for most violations, while 21 offenders recorded exceptionally high blood alcohol levels. Police reiterated strict legal action for alcohol-related fatal road accidents.

Former minister T. Harish Rao has offered to sponsor the MBBS education of Siddipet student Akhila after she qualified in NEET. Rao, who has supported the family's education and housing needs for four years, assured continued assistance for her medical studies.

The popular Lashkar Bonalu festival commenced at the Ujjaini Mahakali Temple in Secunderabad on Sunday, drawing thousands of devotees, especially women. Long queues, traditional Potharaju and Shivasattulu performances, and visits by dignitaries marked the vibrant celebrations.

Seven students of an Ashram school in Bellampalli, Mancherial district, fell ill after lunch at their hostel on Saturday. Parents suspected stale food caused the illness and demanded improved food quality, better monitoring and accountability from hostel authorities.

Five persons were arrested during a Task Force raid on a house in Sumagudem village in Mancherial district on Saturday night. Police seized Rs 1.10 lakh in cash, five mobile phones and three motorcycles before handing the accused over to Kasipet police.

A 30-year-old woman from Maharashtra died after suffering an electric shock while washing clothes at her sister's house in Hyderabad's Bhawani Nagar. Despite receiving treatment at a private hospital and later Osmania General Hospital, she succumbed. Police registered a case

TGSRTC is exploring a land swap with South Central Railway to build a new bus terminal at Chilakalguda, aimed at easing congestion at Secunderabad Railway Station and Rathifile Bus Station.

Heavy rains that lashed Adilabad and neighbouring districts for three days eased on Saturday, restoring normalcy. Farmers resumed agricultural operations, coal mining restarted, and irrigation projects received inflows. However, damage to roads, houses, and cattle was reported, and one woman was swept away in Khanapur mandal.

The Telangana Assembly’s Select Committee on the Hate Speech and Hate Crimes (Prevention) Bill, 2026, held its first meeting chaired by Transport Minister Ponnam Prabhakar. Speaker G Prasad Kumar emphasised impartial review, while the committee resolved to frame recommendations after detailed deliberations and submit its report promptly.