Telangana

Tension prevailed at a Prajavani programme in Yadadri Bhongir after BRS leaders were denied entry by police. They later forced their way in to submit a complaint against Alair MLA Beerla Ilaiah over alleged land encroachment and mining

Telangana police Sub-Inspector Beemari Srujana, who lost her father in a road accident, is leading the “Arrive and Alive” road safety campaign in Hyderabad. Her emotional story has inspired many youths to adopt helmet use and road safety practices.

Hyderabad police arrested three persons involved in a mobile phone snatching case and recovered 10 stolen phones and a two-wheeler. The gang allegedly targeted victims, especially elderly persons, while one more accused remains absconding.

Cyberabad police arrested a man accused of duping multiple women, including a minor, by posing as a wealthy suitor on social media. He allegedly extorted money and gold, with police now probing links to nearly ten victims.

BRS leader T Harish Rao led a delegation to New Delhi to consult senior advocates ahead of the Telangana High Court verdict on the PC Ghose Commission report on Kaleshwaram project. The party may move the Supreme Court if needed.

A man identified as Rehan was allegedly attacked while asleep in Suleman Nagar under Attapur limits. The incident, captured on CCTV, led to an attempt to murder case. Police have launched an investigation to identify and apprehend the suspect.

BRS chief K Chandrashekhar Rao will address a public meeting in Jagtial and induct senior Congress leader T Jeevan Reddy and others into the party. The rally marks his first major public appearance in nearly a year.

BRS chief K Chandrashekhar Rao paid tributes to Basaveswara on his birth anniversary, highlighting his teachings on equality and social justice. He urged people to follow these ideals and work towards building an inclusive and equitable society.

A BRS leader was allegedly assaulted by Congress workers in Mancherial after exposing alleged fund misuse on social media. The incident, which triggered tension, occurred in Bheemaram, and police have registered a case against eight persons and launched an investigation.

A fire broke out in an apartment cellar in Gachibowli’s TNGO Colony, likely due to a short circuit, causing heavy smoke and panic. Residents were evacuated safely, though two suffered suffocation and vehicles were destroyed.

Manual scavenging is not merely a vestige of colonial sanitation methods but remains a continuing human rights violation, entrenched in caste hierarchies and social complicity

A wedding in Medak district turned into mourning when 30-year-old Varaprasad from Jangarai died in a road accident just three days before his marriage. Police have registered a case, and the village remains in shock over the sudden tragedy.

The Telangana Asthitva Vedika (TAV), a non-political think tank, was formally launched at Ravindra Bharathi in Hyderabad to protect and promote Telangana’s cultural identity. Eminent personalities including advocate V Prakash, journalist Pittala Ravinder, and irrigation expert Sridhar Rao Deshpande are leading the forum.

Former minister T Harish Rao accused the Congress government of failing to waive crop loans and neglecting farmers in Khammam district. He criticised Agriculture Minister Tummala Nageswara Rao and other local ministers for ignoring maize and paddy procurement, alleging they were more focused on commissions than welfare.

Nagulmeera Sheik, a Mathematics teacher from Nereducherla in Suryapet district, has reached the finals of the America’s Favourite Teacher contest in the United States. With 15 years of teaching experience across UAE, Africa, and India, he now teaches in Georgia.

Huzurabad MLA Padi Kaushik Reddy opposed the proposed dumping yard near Iloni Mallanna temple, warning of land value decline and farmer losses. He vowed to intensify agitation and resist the project, even if it leads to police cases

A fire broke out in a cellar of a multi-storey building in Rikabgunj near Charminar, Hyderabad, causing brief panic on Sunday evening. Firefighters quickly doused the flames. Waste cardboard is suspected, and the cause is under investigation.

Mancherial Engineers and Architects Welfare Association elected new office-bearers, with Penta Snehadhar as president and Andugula Vikram as general secretary. The new team pledged to address professional challenges and work for the welfare of members

Residents of Rajapur in Peddapalli district halted overburden works at an SCCL opencast mine, citing severe dust pollution and health concerns. Officials later intervened and assured that steps would be taken to address the issue

A man allegedly thrashed his six-year-old daughter in a forest area of Mancherial district. A shepherd recorded the incident, and the video went viral on social media, sparking concern over child safety and abuse

Thunderstorms, gusty winds and hailstorms brought relief from intense heat across Hyderabad and several Telangana districts. The IMD has forecast continued evening storms and high daytime temperatures, with conditions expected to persist across the State till April 23

TGCTA has opposed the inclusion of junior lecturer service for CAS promotions in Telangana government colleges, calling it a violation of UGC norms. The association urged the government to reject the proposal, citing concerns over seniority and constitutional provisions.

Hyderabad Police arrested 52 persons, including 32 bank officials, in a nationwide cybercrime crackdown under Operation Octopus–2. The operation uncovered Rs 150 crore transactions linked to 850 cases across nine States, with officials urging swift reporting of cyber frauds.

A 60-year-old woman died of sunstroke in Mancherial district while living under a makeshift polythene tent. Officials attributed her death to extreme heat conditions, as the district recorded high temperatures nearing 43 degrees Celsius