Telangana

BRS working president KT Rama Rao urged party cadres to remain alert during the Special Intensive Revision of electoral rolls, stressing the importance of removing bogus entries and ensuring genuine voters are not excluded

Cyberabad police arrested four persons for allegedly posing as policemen and kidnapping businessmen to extort money. The gang used fake IDs and uniforms to deceive victims. Over Rs 6 lakh was extorted, and multiple fake documents and weapons were seized.

Hyderabad Task Force and SR Nagar police arrested a suspended CISF constable for allegedly transporting 158 kg of marijuana worth Rs 79 lakh. The accused, previously booked under the NDPS Act, is suspected of continuing interstate drug trafficking activities.

Tolichowki police arrested a caretaker for allegedly robbing an elderly woman’s house and stealing mobile phones and imitation jewellery. The accused was engaged through a home care service. Police recovered stolen items and registered a case following a complaint.

Prohibition and Excise Department officials seized defence liquor worth Rs 1 lakh from a former military employee in Secunderabad. The accused allegedly sourced liquor from Madhya Pradesh at low prices and sold it illegally in Sainikpuri. A total of 58 bottles were recovered.

Riyaz Pasha from Karnataka travels over 25 kilometres regularly to provide water and grains to birds near the Telangana border. His decade-long effort to help birds survive harsh summers has inspired residents to place water containers around their homes.

Kothagudem SP B Rohith Raju reviewed monsoon preparedness with SDRF, DDRF, Singareni rescue and fire department teams, stressing coordination and readiness. At Bhadrachalam, officials were directed to identify flood-prone villages and prepare relief measures in view of possible flooding.

The Cabinet Committee on Economic Affairs has approved widening of NH-63 and NH-563 in Telangana under HAM and BOT models, covering 190.76 km at a cost of Rs 7,597.16 crore.

BRS working president KT Rama Rao challenged the Congress and BJP to identify a State that achieved more progress than Telangana under K Chandrashekhar Rao. Citing economic and development indicators, he defended the BRS record and criticised the Congress government's performance.

The Hyderabad Management Association and Rishi UBR Women’s College have launched the PRAGNYA Management Research Centre to promote research, publications, and industry-academia collaboration. An MoU was signed to support the centre’s long-term growth and strengthen research capabilities among students and faculty.

A multi-year evaluation of COVA Peace Network’s Compassionate Citizenship Programme found significant improvements in students’ social awareness, environmental consciousness, civic responsibility, and community participation. The report recommends expanding similar initiatives to educational institutions nationwide for holistic student development.

BRS working president KT Rama Rao announced a major organisational revamp, launched a sharp attack on the Congress government and predicted the party's return to power in 2028. He also ruled out any alliance with the BJP and defended BRS governance.

Lupin and Hyderabad-based Natco Pharma have received USFDA approval for Eribulin Mesylate Injection, a generic version of Halaven used to treat metastatic breast cancer and advanced liposarcoma. The reference drug recorded annual US sales of approximately $43.7 million.

Cyberabad Police have launched a comprehensive monsoon preparedness plan focused on reducing waterlogging and traffic congestion in the IT corridor. Authorities are encouraging flexible work arrangements, improving infrastructure, and coordinating with companies to ensure safer commuting during heavy rainfall.

Cyberabad Police and municipal officials inspected flood-prone locations ahead of the monsoon to address recurring water stagnation issues. The joint exercise focused on identifying vulnerable areas, implementing preventive measures, and ensuring smooth traffic flow during the rainy season.

The CDSCO has clarified that cosmetic products cannot be used as injections, potentially impacting aesthetic and wellness clinics offering glow shots and skin boosters. The directive empowers regulators to inspect facilities and urges the public to report violations.

The Railways has announced special train services between Bilaspur and Yelahanka to manage the summer travel rush. Five services will operate in each direction between June and July, with stops at major stations including Secunderabad, Kazipet, and Guntakal.

T-Hub has launched the third cohort of its ORBIT SpaceTech Accelerator Programme, selecting 13 startups working on advanced space technologies. Participants will receive mentorship, industry exposure, and access to experts as India's SpaceTech ecosystem continues to expand rapidly.

Lodge Keys No 297 will conduct a free CPR training programme in Hyderabad on June 6 in collaboration with GVK Green Health Services. The initiative aims to create 1,000 CPR Ambassadors, equipping citizens with life-saving emergency response skills.

Police in Karimnagar have taken PMJ jewellery shop theft mastermind Subodh Singh into four-day custody for interrogation. Three other accused were also detained. However, neither the stolen gold nor the weapon used in the robbery has been recovered so far.

BRS working president KT Rama Rao criticised Andhra Pradesh Deputy CM Pawan Kalyan for his remarks on Telangana, asserting that no outsider can dictate terms to the state. He defended Telangana’s identity, history, and sacrifices while rejecting claims of regionalism.

A couple from Siddipet allegedly attempted suicide near the Telangana Secretariat by pouring petrol on themselves over an ongoing land dispute. Alert police personnel intervened in time, preventing the self-immolation attempt and later taking the duo into custody for questioning.

The Anti-Corruption Bureau (ACB) conducted simultaneous searches at multiple properties linked to suspended former police officer Bhujanga Rao, a suspect in the phone tapping case, over allegations of disproportionate assets, officials said. Around 15 locations were reportedly searched in Hyderabad.

A fire allegedly triggered by a short circuit in tangled internet and television cables wrapped around an electricity pole broke out in Boudhanagar, Secunderabad. The blaze damaged a parked auto-rickshaw before power officials disconnected the supply, preventing further escalation.