Telangana

TGSRTC employees extended strong support to a strike in Karimnagar, citing increased workload and staff shortage after the Mahalakshmi free bus scheme. Employees demanded recruitment, better pay scales, and merger of the corporation with the state government

BRS working president KT Rama Rao alleged a covert understanding between the Congress and BJP in Telangana, questioned the Centre’s inaction on financial claims, and extended support to RTC workers’ strike while demanding fulfilment of employee-related promises

Former BRS MP Nama Nageswara Rao welcomed the High Court verdict on the PC Ghose Commission report on the Kaleshwaram project, calling it a significant development and alleging that earlier actions against BRS leaders were politically motivated.

The High Court has ruled that no action should be taken against BRS leaders K Chandrashekhar Rao and T Harish Rao based on the Justice PC Ghose commission report on alleged irregularities in the Kaleshwaram Lift Irrigation Project. BRS leaders across Medak district welcomed the verdict, calling it a vindication against Congress allegations.

Political parties and civil society groups staged a protest in Jangaon against the removal of kiosks run by Dalit women under the Indira Mahila Shakti scheme. The stalls, including Vanitha Tea Stall and Vijaya Dairy Parlour, were dismantled overnight by municipal authorities on Collector Sandeep Kumar Jha’s orders.

TG EAPCET 2026 has attracted applicants across age groups, including a 65-year-old candidate. With no upper age limit, older aspirants are seeking engineering and pharmacy admissions, primarily to gain qualifications required for licences and regulatory compliance

The Telangana government has promoted six senior IPS officers, including Swati Lakra and VC Sajjanar, to the rank of Director General of Police. The officers will, however, continue in their current postings despite the elevation.

Telangana has shifted admissions for five-year integrated UG–PG programmes to the DOST portal, replacing CPGET. Around 370 seats are available across state universities in courses like MSc and MBA. Eligible Intermediate students can now apply online.

RTC employees’ strike in Telangana is set to intensify as the Joint Action Committee calls for a statewide Maha Dharna. Union leaders accuse the government of inaction, while the agitation continues until their key demands are addressed.

The indefinite TGSRTC strike disrupted public transport across Telangana, halting most bus services and affecting nearly 60 lakh commuters. Limited hired services failed to meet demand, while the government initiated talks and temporary measures to manage the crisis.

BRS leaders in Karimnagar celebrated the High Court verdict on the PC Ghose commission report on the Kaleshwaram project. They called it a setback to the Congress government and alleged the probe was driven by political motives.

Former Minister T Harish Rao supported RTC employees on strike in Siddipet, accusing the Congress government of failing to honour promises. He alleged privatisation plans, financial gaps in schemes, and warned of protests if demands, including employee status, are not met.

An indefinite TGRTC strike disrupted bus services in Mancherial, leading officials to allow both women and men to travel for free. Temporary staff were engaged, while depots remained deserted and employees protested against the government over unresolved demands

NCB Hyderabad seized 69 kg of Alprazolam and arrested three people during a raid on an illegal drug manufacturing unit in Moula Ali. Officials also recovered chemicals used for Ephedrine production, with contraband valued at Rs 17.40 crore.

Cognizant has partnered with OpenAI to scale Codex across enterprise clients, integrating the AI coding tool into its engineering workflows. The collaboration aims to enhance software development through automation, while combining human expertise with AI-driven capabilities.

UPES Dehradun announced its transition into an AI-first university, partnering with OpenAI to deploy ChatGPT Edu across campus. The initiative aims to integrate AI into learning, research, and teaching for over 20,000 students and faculty members.

Premia Academy staged its second theatre production, ‘Sitayan – The Shadow of Flame’, offering a modern take on Sita’s journey. The play highlighted resilience and strength while providing students a platform to showcase their artistic growth before theatre experts.

Cyberabad Police have booked 22 cases and arrested 28 people in a major crackdown on food adulteration over four months. Authorities seized adulterated goods worth ₹64 lakh, exposing illegal units using unsafe ingredients and operating without proper licences.

TGSRTC has urged employees not to join the ongoing strike, warning it may be illegal during ongoing conciliation talks. The management emphasised dialogue, citing legal provisions and cautioning workers about wage cuts and disciplinary action.

Tree removal for Hyderabad’s H-CITI infrastructure project has impacted greenery along a key stretch near KBR Park. GHMC says necessary permissions were obtained and measures are in place to minimise loss as road and excavation work progresses.

Noisy scenes were reported at Huzurabad TGSRTC depot as police tried to operate buses during the employees' strike. Agitating workers protested, raising slogans and blocking the depot gate, while authorities ran buses in other areas with police protection.

BRS working president KT Rama Rao welcomed the High Court’s stay on Justice PC Ghose Commission report, calling it political vendetta by the Congress government, defending Kaleshwaram project, urging focus on farmers’ irrigation needs and criticising alleged misuse of institutions

Hyderabad Metro Rail increases services to 56 trains across all hours due to RTC strike, reducing wait times on key corridors. Frequencies improved on Miyapur-LB Nagar and Nagole-Raidurg lines, with possible extension of last train beyond 11 pm for commuters

A woman constable in Warangal allegedly died by suicide at her in-laws’ house. A suicide note reportedly accused a fellow constable of harassment and mental torture. Police have registered a case of abetment to suicide and launched an investigation.