Telangana

This story highlights the remarkable journey of Gunti Madhu, the only Class X student at ZPHS Mallapur in Peddapalli district, who studied without classmates for three years. Despite initial attempts to transfer, he persevered, walking 3 km daily to school, supported by teachers who motivated him.

BRS working president KT Rama Rao has strongly criticised the Congress government’s GO 7, alleging it is a deliberate move to abolish the fee reimbursement scheme that benefits marginalised students. He accused Chief Minister A Revanth Reddy of betraying 14 lakh students and demanded immediate clearance of Rs 10,000 crore in pending dues.

The Telangana Directorate of School Education has tightened attendance rules, linking late arrival and early logout to leave deductions under the FRS system. Repeated violations will lead to casual leave cuts, with possible expansion to government school staff.

GHMC’s Food Safety Wing conducted a special drive across Hyderabad, inspecting 81 food establishments in schools, parks, and bakeries. Officials educated operators on hygiene norms, collected food samples, and issued 14 notices for violations to ensure child-safe food environments.

A 27-year-old tailor, Kubide Shyam Sundar, died after reportedly falling off a motorbike at Nagepalli village in Koutala mandal of Kumram Bheem Asifabad district on Sunday. He was travelling to Koutala to purchase material when the accident occurred

A 40-year-old driver died and three others were injured after a speeding car hit a mango-laden van at Itikyala village in Luxettipet mandal of Mancherial district. One injured person remains in critical condition. Police registered a case and began investigations

Kolkata Knight Riders defeated Sunrisers Hyderabad by seven wickets to end their five-match winning streak. Strong performances by Rahane and Raghuvanshi ensured an easy chase, while SRH’s batting collapse and poor bowling proved costly at a crucial stage

A 15-year-old boy, Madavi Suresh, drowned in a pond at Venkatapur village in Kumram Bheem Asifabad district while trying to fish with local youngsters. The boy had come to his aunt’s house for summer holidays. Divers later recovered the body

AIOBCSA organised a conference at the University of Hyderabad to քննարկ the Telangana SEEEPC Survey, where experts raised concerns over data accuracy, called for increased OBC reservations, and highlighted the survey’s importance for the upcoming national caste census.

Hyderabad Police Commissioner VC Sajjanar held a meeting with gau rakshak groups, urging them to follow legal procedures, avoid violence, and not assist at check-posts, while announcing strict measures to maintain law and order ahead of Eid al-Adha.

Telangana is set to receive relief from an intense heatwave as the IMD forecasts thunderstorms, rainfall, and a temperature drop of 2–3°C between May 5 and May 8, with heavy rain alerts issued for several districts.

The removal of the NMC’s population-based seat cap has strengthened Telangana’s ambitious plan of medical colleges in every district, enabling expansion of MBBS seats while shifting focus toward addressing faculty shortages and improving healthcare education infrastructure.

The IPL 2026 has already provided an exciting first half, and with ‘Revenge Week’ coming up on JioStar, the competition is intensifying. Punjab Kings, Royal Challengers Bengaluru, and Sunrisers Hyderabad remain in the top three positions.

A mega camp organised by Narayan Seva Sansthan provided 815 artificial limbs to 745 differently abled individuals. The event saw emotional moments, with beneficiaries gaining mobility, while dignitaries praised the initiative’s impact on improving lives.

Hyderabad Police Commissioner V. C. Sajjanar urged motorists to follow strict road safety rules, avoid stopping on ORR unless necessary, and use the helpline in emergencies. He called for collective efforts to prevent accidents and save lives.

Union Minister of State for Home Bandi Sanjay Kumar visited the PMJ jewellery shop in Karimnagar after armed dacoits allegedly entered posing as customers, opened fire and fled with jewellery. Police officials reviewed CCTV footage and intensified efforts to trace the accused

The squad selected for the World Cup will also participate in the three-match T20I series against England, which begins on May 28.

Hyderabad Traffic Police booked 445 persons in two days for traffic violations during enforcement drives. Similar action in Malkajgiri and Cyberabad saw hundreds apprehended, with several cases of high blood alcohol concentration detected among offenders.

Cyberabad police authorities have transferred 65 inspectors, posting 54 to new positions across stations, while 11 have been surrendered to Multi Zone–II for administrative action. The reshuffle includes postings in key law and order and cybercrime units.

In Meerpet, a man was dragged nearly 2 km on a car bonnet after a road dispute involving a U-turn argument. Police registered a case after the driver allegedly assaulted the rider’s son and fled, with investigation currently underway

Five armed assailants carried out a daring daylight dacoity at a jewellery shop in Karimnagar, opening fire and injuring four security personnel. Police suspect an inter-State gang and are examining CCTV footage while probing possible local support.

Hybrid paddy cultivation in Kumram Bheem Asifabad has expanded from 20 to 3,000 acres in eight years. Farmers adopting the male-female hybrid crop are achieving higher yields and profits, supported by favourable conditions and guidance from seed companies.

Hyderabad is set to experience another hot and hazy day with temperatures expected to touch 41 degree Celsius, according to the IMD. Low humidity and dry heat conditions will persist, with partly cloudy skies and mild south-westerly winds forecast.

The death toll in the Bargi Dam boat tragedy has risen to 13 after the last missing body was recovered, concluding rescue operations. Investigations have revealed safety lapses, including overcrowding and departure despite a weather alert warning of strong winds.