Telangana

A 28-year-old woman was allegedly murdered by unidentified persons in Putnur village of Palakurthy mandal in Peddapalli district. Her body was found by a census enumerator on Wednesday, following which police launched an investigation and shifted the body for postmortem

Ashwini Vaishnaw said proposed bullet train corridors could connect Hyderabad with Bengaluru in just over two hours and Chennai in under three hours. The Centre plans major investments in high-speed rail infrastructure, with land acquisition expected to begin shortly.

Department of Biotechnology has extended the application deadline for the DBT-Research Associateship 2025–26 to May 27. The postdoctoral fellowship supports advanced research in Biotechnology and Life Sciences and offers stipends, HRA and contingency grants to selected researchers.

Assistant Motor Vehicle Inspector Srikanth Reddy escaped unhurt after a tractor carrying paddy fell on an RTA department vehicle near Chinna Kodur in Siddipet district. A constable sustained minor injuries after a speeding lorry allegedly triggered the accident on Rajiv Rahadari

Amazon India said Telangana and Andhra Pradesh have emerged among the fastest-growing markets for Amazon Bazaar, driven by strong demand in fashion, home and electronic accessories categories. Hyderabad led customer growth, while tier-2 and tier-3 cities showed rising online shopping adoption.

A 16-year-old Intermediate student from Nalgonda district died by suicide in a private college hostel in Madhapur, Hyderabad. The teenager had come to the city for betterment examinations. Police suspect academic stress may have contributed to the incident and are investigating the case.

Mahindra University has opened admissions for its 2026–27 undergraduate programmes and launched the RISE Scholars Programme for BTech students. The university also introduced a new BBA in Infrastructure Management to cater to India’s rapidly expanding infrastructure and development sector.

A 28-year-old woman, Sumalatha, was found murdered in Putnur village of Peddapalli district. A census enumerator discovered her body in a pool of blood, prompting police investigation. Officials suspect the crime occurred on Tuesday night.

Tension prevailed outside Pet-Basheerabad police station after IFTU-led women’s organisations protested demanding arrest of Bandi Bageerath in a sexual assault case. Protesters also sought action against Union Minister Bandi Sanjay, prompting police to detain several participants.

Farmers in the erstwhile Medak district staged protests and blocked NH-161 over delays in paddy procurement. They alleged a lack of transportation, gunny bags and other facilities at procurement centres, accusing the government of failing to complete the procurement process on time.

Creative hobbies like candle-making, crochet and handmade flowers are evolving into small businesses for young creators in Hyderabad. With rising demand for personalised products, hobbyists are building brands, participating in pop-ups and turning passions into full-time entrepreneurial ventures.

BRSV activists staged a protest at Lok Bhavan over the NEET-UG paper leak, demanding strict action and resignations of key officials. They blamed the Centre and NTA for repeated failures and sought fresh exam dates without disruption.

Volunteers of Save KBR Park were detained by Banjara Hills police after protesting tree felling near Indo-American Cancer facility. The group alleged early morning detention during a peaceful protest, prompting demands for disclosure of detainees’ status and legal access.

The Telangana Board of Intermediate Education clarified that students and parents need only submit a simple anti-drug declaration during admissions, not a notarised affidavit. The move follows confusion over the 2026–27 admission guidelines and aims to ease the process.

Farmers rushed jowar produce to Adilabad market yard amid suspension of procurement due to shortages of gunny bags, transport and storage facilities. The sudden influx caused traffic congestion as officials assured procurement would resume from Thursday.

BRS working president KT Rama Rao accused the BJP of double standards in the POCSO case involving Bandi Sanjay’s son. He also criticised the Telangana Congress government, citing rising crimes against women and cybercrime in the state.

Posters declaring POCSO accused Bandi Sai Bageerath as “missing” appeared across Hyderabad, prompting swift removal by municipal staff. The campaign came amid police claims of absconding and a High Court anticipatory bail plea filed by the accused.

TG EAPCET 2026 results are likely to be declared around May 26. JNTU–Hyderabad has released preliminary keys and response sheets, with objection windows open for engineering and A&P streams. Final results will be announced after expert committee review.

Two daily wage workers died after a car collided with their motorcycle at Mallapur in Nacharam on Tuesday night. The accident occurred near Swagath Function Hall around midnight. Police have registered a case and are investigating the circumstances of the crash.

The Telangana government has transferred T-SAT from the IT and Communications Department to the Education Department. The move, formalised through an order by the Chief Secretary, aims to streamline satellite-based educational services and improve access for rural and underprivileged communities.

Hyderabad researchers at CCMB have discovered a “molecular glue” in plants that traps and disables viruses by forming protein condensates. The breakthrough, published in a leading journal, could aid crop protection and open new possibilities for treating human diseases.

Panic spread in Bollorigudem of Paloncha mandal in Kothagudem district after locals found street dogs gnawing at the severed head of a child. Police rushed to the spot and launched an investigation to identify the deceased and determine how the remains were abandoned.

Telangana is witnessing a steady rise in temperatures after thunderstorm activity subsided across the State. Northern districts recorded temperatures between 42 and 44 degrees Celsius, while Hyderabad touched 39.4 degrees Celsius, with the IMD forecasting further heat surge and continued dry weather conditions

Nine persons were arrested in Hyderabad for allegedly attacking police personnel and pelting stones at a cattle transport vehicle suspected of carrying animals for slaughter. The bulls were reportedly being transported for a film shoot, while police officers sustained injuries during the violence