Telangana

VC Sajjanar assured there is no fuel or LPG shortage in Hyderabad, urging citizens to avoid panic buying. Police warn that rumours and rush at pumps could disrupt smooth distribution across the city

KT Rama Rao led BRS legislators in Hyderabad protesting LPG shortages, demanding clarity from Centre and State. The party linked supply disruptions to West Asia tensions, citing hardships for households, vendors and small businesses amid rising prices

The Telangana ACB has filed a charge sheet against BRS leader K.T. Rama Rao and four others over alleged ₹55 crore irregularities in the Formula E race. The probe focuses on unauthorized foreign currency transfers.

An SCCL employee was killed and his wife critically injured after a lorry rammed their motorcycle on NH 363 in Mancherial district. The injured woman was shifted to a Karimnagar hospital, and further details are awaited

In a joint operation, police seized 574 kg of ganja worth Rs 2.87 crore on NH-65 in Sangareddy. Three peddlers from Maharashtra were arrested after a brief chase, and two vehicles used for transportation were confiscated

A fire-hit cold storage in Khammam district collapsed after burning for two days, destroying over 12,500 quintals of chilli belonging to more than 300 farmers. Authorities have asked affected farmers to register for insurance claims

Eight persons were arrested in two separate gambling cases in Adilabad and Mancherial districts. Police seized cash, mobile phones and vehicles, while several other accused remain absconding. Further investigation is underway

A 55-year-old woman in Mahabubabad allegedly died by suicide after a dispute over Rs 100 escalated into a physical assault. Her family staged a protest, and police have registered a case and launched an investigation

A fire broke out at Shruti Multi Speciality Hospital in Vijayanagar Colony under Masab Tank police limits after an air conditioner reportedly exploded. Patients and staff rushed out as flames spread. Fire department personnel controlled the blaze without any injuries reported.

A Sangareddy court sentenced software engineer Guvvala Rajasheker Reddy to life imprisonment in a 2020 dowry death case. His wife allegedly died by suicide following harassment for additional dowry despite receiving Rs 28 lakh and 80 tolas of gold at marriage.

GHMC has seized several commercial establishments, including Katriya Hotel, Swarna Transport, and Shameem Sultana Cloth Mall, for unpaid property tax dues. The civic body has intensified enforcement as the March 31 deadline for the One-Time Settlement scheme approaches.

Civil Supplies officials conducted raids in Huzurabad town of Karimnagar district and seized 22 domestic LPG cylinders from hotels and eateries, registering 12 cases for illegal use of subsidised gas for commercial purposes.

Telangana Rythu Sangham workers staged a protest in Khammam against reduced funding for the Sitarama Lift Irrigation Project, demanding higher allocation, compensation for displaced families and immediate steps to ensure the project’s timely completion.

The Telangana High Court has directed police to return Dileep Konatham’s passport, terming its seizure illegal and an abuse of power. The passport was taken after his arrest in 2025, despite a magistrate granting him bail.

Kshiv Chakave, a student of Narayana Schools, has achieved World No. 10 and India No. 3 rankings in the Under-6 chess category after securing third place at the LBHM All India Open FIDE Rated Chess Tournament with a FIDE rating of 1560.

Heated exchanges marked the Telangana Assembly budget discussion as BRS leader T Harish Rao accused the ruling Congress of silencing the Opposition amid repeated interruptions by Ministers, triggering protests and sharp arguments between both sides.

Turmeric prices have dropped by around Rs 2,000 per quintal as exports to West Asia slow due to the ongoing Iran-Israel-US conflict. Farmers allege traders are exploiting the situation, while production remains high in Telangana.

Traffic restrictions are likely to be imposed on Uppal main road as authorities prepare for construction of the long-delayed Uppal–Narapally elevated corridor. Traffic police are finalising diversion plans, with the project expected to ease congestion and be completed by Dasara 2026.

Hyderabad Police will deploy around 3,000 personnel, supported by CCTV cameras and drones, for the Sri Rama Navami Shobha Yatra. Officials reviewed arrangements and urged organisers to conduct trial runs while maintaining low noise levels and communal harmony.

A gas supply shortage in Siddipet has led several hotels to use domestic LPG cylinders for commercial purposes. Officials conducted raids on Monday and seized 24 cylinders from 14 establishments for violating regulations.

Shahalibanda police have opened rowdy sheets against three absconding youths—Shahbaz Khan, Arbaz Khan, and Shahed Khan—sons of notorious rowdy-sheeter Ayub Khan. The trio is allegedly involved in serious offences, including attempt to murder, and police are searching for them.

Harish Rao alleged a rice export scam involving the Philippines deal and sought a House probe. The government denied the claims, shared export figures, and avoided some queries, leading to protests by the BRS members.

A stray wild boar entered Siddipet town and attacked at least three people in the Patelpura area. The injured were shifted to a hospital, while villagers urged forest officials to take action against frequent attacks in agricultural fields.

A dispute over repayment of a Rs one lakh loan led to a clash in Kalivemula village of Sangareddy, where a man was attacked with a toddy bottle and injured. Police have registered a case and begun an investigation