Telangana

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

Telangana is witnessing a high-stakes political clash as BRS chief K Chandrashekhar Rao holds his first major rally in Jagtial after a year, coinciding with Chief Minister Revanth Reddy’s Kataram event to launch the second phase of Rythu Bharosa.

Students from CHIREC International School, Hyderabad, won the beginner category at the Young Pioneers national finale held at IISc Bengaluru with their idea Plasmo Guard. The programme recognised innovative student projects from schools across India in multiple categories.

RWAs in Hyderabad have proposed Fire Safety Cells in residential colonies to improve emergency response. The plan includes trained volunteers, fire drills in 500 societies, and a single-window NOC system. Officials discussed the proposal during Fire Service Week.

The 405th Prakash Purab of Guru Tegh Bahadur was celebrated with devotion at Gurudwara Sri Guru Singh Sabha, Sitafalmandi, Secunderabad. The event featured Gurbani Kirtan, Kathas, and a community langar attended by hundreds of devotees and participants.

Talasani Srinivas Yadav alleged that the state government announced Rythu Bharosa payments fearing the upcoming Jagtial meeting of K Chandrashekhar Rao. He criticised the Congress government’s performance and urged people to attend the public meeting in large numbers

An assistant lineman died of electrocution while fixing a loose power line in Siddipet district. The worker had reportedly taken line clearance but accidentally came in contact with a live wire. Authorities have registered a case and begun an inquiry

A fire broke out at a scrapyard in Balapur, gutting property worth several lakhs. Fire officials suspect a short circuit as the cause. Four fire engines controlled the blaze after three hours of firefighting. No casualties were reported.

Two children drowned while swimming in a village tank near Dabilpur in Medchal on Sunday. The victims, aged 14 and 12, were part of a group of six children. Police and SDRF teams were deployed for recovery operations.

Borewells in several GHMC parks have dried up due to groundwater depletion, affecting greenery maintenance during peak summer. The civic body has deployed tankers and water bowls for animals while vertical gardens and park vegetation face growing stress.

The Telangana government is reportedly considering a proposal to offer free MMTS train travel in Hyderabad from June 2 as a one-year pilot. The plan aims to boost public transport use, though official confirmation and Railway Board approval are pending.

A 30-year-old paddy harvester driver, Pakalla Madhu, drowned after the vehicle accidentally plunged into an agricultural well near Nandagiri in Jagtial district. Police launched a search operation to retrieve the body following the incident

BRS working president K. T. Rama Rao paid tribute to Telangana activist Jindam Sattemma, who passed away in Karimnagar. He hailed her role in the statehood movement and said her dedication continues to inspire future generations.

A two-day cyber awareness programme by SCSC and Cyberabad Police educated participants on rising cybercrimes, AI threats, and online safety. Officials stressed vigilance, quick response to fraud, and spreading awareness to prevent financial and digital risks.

A 21-year-old engineering student died by suicide in Hayathnagar after allegedly being harassed by college staff over a ₹5,000 payment linked to attendance. Police have registered a case, and the family has blamed the college management for the incident.

Hyderabad Traffic Police have issued an advisory warning of congestion near Punjagutta due to sewerage pipeline works from April 19 to 25. Night-time road cutting is expected to affect movement between Ameerpet and Punjagutta, with diversions likely during work hours.

Hyderabad’s heatwave has sharply impacted Irani chai sales, with demand dropping by up to 40 per cent. Customers are shifting to cold beverages, while rising LPG costs and supply shortages add further financial pressure on small hotel businesses across the city.

Stray dog attacks in Telangana’s Nagarkurnool and Hanamkonda districts have left several children injured, sparking concern among residents. Victims were shifted to hospitals, while locals allege inaction by civic authorities despite repeated complaints over the growing menace.

Chief Minister Revanth Reddy’s meeting with Governor Shiv Pratap Shukla has triggered speculation over the pending MLC nomination of Mohd Azharuddin. With a constitutional deadline approaching, political observers believe the discussion focused on expediting the approval process.

Former Boath MLA Rathod Bapu Rao has quit the Congress and is likely to join Telangana Jagriti. The leader, who switched parties multiple times in recent years, is learnt to be unhappy after being sidelined within the Congress.

Telangana will experience intense heat with temperatures up to 44°C, followed by evening thunderstorms and gusty winds over the next four days, the IMD said, warning of volatile weather conditions across most districts till April 22.

N Chandrababu Naidu will campaign for the National Democratic Alliance in Tamil Nadu, addressing rallies and roadshows to boost voter outreach ahead of Assembly elections, highlighting development, governance, and economic growth across key cities

Telangana’s groundwater levels improved in March 2026 following excess rainfall, but experts warn the gains may be temporary as El Niño conditions could weaken the monsoon, potentially reversing recharge trends and increasing water stress in vulnerable districts.