Telangana

Telangana High Court issues restraining order against GHMC officials from taking any coercive action

DGP CV Anand said Telangana Police aim to eradicate the drug menace by December 2029 through coordinated efforts with Central agencies. During his Kothagudem visit, he reviewed crime control, cybercrime, road safety, anti-drug measures and preparations to strengthen policing across the district

The Telangana Food Safety Department inspected 131 food establishments during a statewide drive to enforce the ban on raw egg-based mayonnaise. Officials found five violators, destroyed 10 kg of banned mayonnaise and initiated adjudication proceedings against the establishments.

Former Agriculture Minister S Niranjan Reddy demanded that the Congress government withdraw the app-based fertiliser distribution system, alleging it was causing hardship to farmers. He also accused the government of delaying irrigation, electricity and fertiliser supplies to reduce crop procurement obligations.

The BRS intensified its attack on the Congress government over the Kaleshwaram Lift Irrigation Scheme, demanding the immediate operation of the Kannepalli pump house. Party leaders accused the government of neglecting farmers and threatened fresh protests if irrigation pumping was not resumed.

Singareni Collieries executives have launched an agitation and relay hunger strike demanding the release of Rs 277 crore in pending performance-related pay arrears and implementation of pay upgradation, alleging that the State government has delayed approval despite the SCCL Board clearing the proposal

A decades-old tree was uprooted by strong winds outside a private school in Secunderabad, narrowly missing children waiting after school. Several vehicles were damaged, while residents criticised the GHMC's response despite TGSPDCL officials acting swiftly to prevent power-related hazards.

Adilabad police booked four BRS leaders for allegedly erecting flex posters at Jagjeevan Chowk in violation of norms. Police said the posters affected motorists' visibility and road safety and warned of strict action against similar violations.

Mancherial is witnessing a rise in illegal scrap trading involving iron and copper allegedly stolen from SCCL, Indian Railways and other public sector undertakings. Police have registered cases, arrested key accused and intensified efforts to dismantle the organised racket.

Sanjay Dutt visited Basavatarakam Indo American Cancer Hospital and Research Institute in Hyderabad, where he interacted with patients, met doctors and shared his own cancer recovery journey. Nandamuri Balakrishna felicitated the actor during the visit.

A retired BSNL employee from LB Nagar lost Rs 4.19 lakh after cyber fraudsters posing as Hyderabad Water Board officials tricked him through a fake WhatsApp message about an overdue bill and water meter KYC verification. Police have launched an investigation.

Hyderabad and neighbouring districts continue to experience pleasant weather with overcast skies and light showers. The India Meteorological Department has forecast light to moderate rain across Telangana and issued alerts for strong surface winds and thunderstorms in several districts.

The Nampally Criminal Court adjourned the hearing in the Sandhya Theatre stampede case to July 29 after several accused failed to appear. Allu Arjun attended the proceedings virtually from Mumbai. Police have charge-sheeted 23 accused in connection with the incident.

The Medipally police have booked a woman for allegedly obtaining a Rs 10 lakh personal loan from the State Bank of India using forged salary slips and fabricated documents. The alleged fraud surfaced after the loan account turned into a Non-Performing Asset following repayment defaults.

The Government Railway Police and the EAGLE team arrested two men and a juvenile at Secunderabad railway station after seizing 41.131 kg of ganja worth Rs 20.5 lakh. Police said the contraband was being transported from Odisha to Nagpur via Hyderabad.

The Union Health Ministry has introduced portable AI-powered X-ray devices under a pilot project in Telangana to improve tuberculosis detection. The technology provides instant chest X-ray analysis, helps identify missed TB cases, and enables health workers to monitor treatment progress in remote communities.

A 45-year-old document writer from Warangal died by suicide after jumping in front of a train near Kazipet railway station while on a video call with his wife. Police said the incident followed an alleged property dispute and have launched an investigation.

D Srinivasa Reddy, Director of CSIR-Indian Institute of Chemical Technology, has been awarded the CRSI Silver Medal for his outstanding contributions to chemical research, medicinal chemistry and scientific leadership. The honour recognises his pioneering work, research publications, patents and innovations in chemical sciences.

Fernandez Hospital has launched Little Fernz, a dedicated paediatric inpatient service at its Banjara Hills, Bogulkunta and Hyderguda facilities. The service offers family-centred care, expert paediatric treatment and short-stay hospitalisation for children with common medical conditions.

The Anti-Corruption Bureau trapped Cheryala Tahsildar Korra Dileep Naik in Siddipet district for allegedly demanding and accepting a Rs 70,000 bribe to process 11 NALA land conversion applications. He was arrested and produced before the special ACB court in Hyderabad.

The gaming industry's continued shift towards digital distribution has reignited concerns over ownership, game preservation and accessibility. Many gamers argue that eliminating physical discs would reduce consumer choice, weaken the second-hand market and fundamentally change the console gaming experience.

BRS working president KT Rama Rao accused the Congress government of worsening Telangana's agrarian crisis by refusing to utilise the Kaleshwaram project despite adequate Godavari water. He alleged political vendetta, highlighted farmers' distress and reaffirmed the BRS's commitment to hamali workers' welfare.

As Hyderabad's Special Intensive Revision of electoral rolls gathers momentum, many voters claim Booth Level Officers have not yet visited their homes. Residents are approaching local leaders and BLOs directly for enumeration forms, while political parties continue trading allegations over the process.

Booth-Level Officers involved in Telangana's Special Intensive Revision exercise have reported several issues, including incorrect voter details, invalid corrections, improper photographs, language barriers and delays during house visits, making the electoral roll revision process more time-consuming and challenging.