Telangana

Irrigation Minister N. Uttam Kumar Reddy met Chhattisgarh Chief Minister Vishnu Deo Sai in Hyderabad and sought a No Objection Certificate for the proposed Sammakka-Sarakka Lift Irrigation Scheme, while urging closer cooperation between the two States to expedite project approvals.

Former minister V. Srinivas Goud criticised the Congress government for delaying health cards for employees and pensioners, alleging that nearly 15 lakh families were affected. He also raised concerns over pending PRC issues, salary delays and healthcare access.

A minor fire broke out in an apartment in Hyderabad’s Uppal Bagayath area on Thursday night, reportedly due to a short circuit. Firefighters quickly controlled the blaze, preventing it from spreading. No casualties were reported, though furniture in a bedroom was damaged.

The Railway Protection Force of South Central Railway rescued 512 children found in vulnerable situations between January and May under Operation Nanhe Farishte. The children were handed over to welfare authorities as part of ongoing efforts to protect and rehabilitate minors.

A 34-year-old man and his two young children were found dead in Nizam Sagar reservoir in Kamareddy district. Police suspect the man killed the children before entering the water. An investigation has been launched into the circumstances surrounding the incident.

A 26-year-old worker employed at Mythri Drugs in Sangareddy district died while undergoing treatment for injuries sustained in an industrial accident three days ago. Family members and co-workers staged a protest demanding compensation and action against the factory management.

A 32-year-old man and his two young children are feared drowned in the Nizam Sagar reservoir in Sangareddy district after failing to return home from an outing. Police launched a search operation after family members found their belongings near the waterbody

A 20-year-old man was rescued after being trapped for nearly two hours in a lift at the Uppal Skywalk near Uppal Metro Station. Emergency teams and technicians conducted a late-night rescue, prompting renewed concerns over lift maintenance and safety

The Telangana High Court directed the state government to respond to allegations that unauthorized structures and statues along the Miryalaguda–Huzurnagar road remain unremoved. The court was hearing a PIL challenging irregularities in a road-widening project in Suryapet district

The Telangana High Court ruled that customers of sex workers cannot be charged with trafficking under Section 370 IPC solely for availing services. However, they may face prosecution under Section 370A(2) IPC if they knowingly exploited a trafficked person

The Supreme Court will hear Congress leader Meenakshi Natarajan's plea challenging the rejection of her Rajya Sabha nomination from Madhya Pradesh. She alleges political interference, while authorities cite non-disclosure of a pending court case in her nomination affidavit

Warangal Warriors, one of the founding franchises of the TG20 League, has unveiled a long-term vision focused on grassroots cricket development, talent scouting and world-class infrastructure. Led by marquee player Mohammed Siraj, the franchise aims to nurture future IPL and India stars

The Para Sports Association of Telangana urges the state government to include para athletes in the two per cent sports quota, provide dedicated infrastructure, and ensure equal benefits. Proper recognition, encouragement, and support are key for their national and international success

The second edition of the Rugby Premier League begins on June 16 at Gachibowli Stadium, Hyderabad. Featuring legends like DJ Forbes and Manuel Moreno, the Hyderabad Heroes aim to inspire Indian fans and grow rugby’s popularity across the country

Irrigation Minister N Uttam Kumar Reddy has asked officials to expedite environmental clearances for the Sitarama Lift Irrigation Project in Khammam district.

Chief Minister A Revanth Reddy, who recently criticised Maharashtra CM Devendra Fadnavis over the Tummidihatti project, has now sought Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s intervention to facilitate talks on sharing Godavari waters.

A 28-year-old man, Dundigolla Das of Islampur in Toopran mandal, died after slipping from a moving train at Masaipet railway station in Medak district on Thursday morning.

The Telangana State Council of Higher Education will announce the TG ICET 2026 results on Friday afternoon. The entrance test results will be accessible on the official website after the announcement.

Unconfirmed reports of a tiger being shot dead by poachers along the Nizamabad‑Jagtial border have raised alarm among forest officials. With two tigers currently settled in the region, the Adilabad forest department is planning to rope in the police for intelligence support to strengthen anti‑poaching measures.

Medak Collector Pratima Singh visited the organic farm of model farmer Potharajula Balaraju at Usrikepally and urged farmers to adopt pesticide‑free cultivation. She directed officials to provide training, certification, and branding support to promote organic farming.

BRS Deputy Floor Leader T Harish Rao condemned the sexual assault on a 12-year-old girl in Khammam, calling it a stark reminder of deteriorating law and order under the Congress government in Telangana.

Residents of Sonapur village in Kumram Bheem Asifabad staged a sit‑in on NH‑363, protesting against the poor condition of a road damaged by soil‑carrying vehicles during highway works in 2021.

School Education Director Dr. E Naveen Nicolas has directed district educational officers to intensify enrollment in government schools under Prof. Jayashankar Badi Bata for 2026-27. He emphasised readiness of schools before reopening, proper teacher deployment, and inspections to improve learning outcomes.

BRS minority wing leader Mohammed Tajuddin has condemned attempts by right‑wing groups to give a communal colour to the recent rape and attempted murder of a 12‑year‑old in Khammam.