Telangana

Cyberabad and Malkajgiri police caught 387 persons for drunk driving on Saturday night. Cases were registered against two-, three-, four-wheeler, and heavy vehicle drivers. Several individuals recorded BAC levels above 301 mg/100 ml, highlighting the strict enforcement drive.

A 23-year-old man, Mohd Aman, died in a road accident on Pahadishareef Road, Hyderabad, after colliding with a biker near Zaathara Mandi. Police have registered a case, and the biker has been taken into custody as investigations continue.

Telangana government has relaxed Transferable Development Rights norms following builders’ objections. TDR utilization slabs for high-rise buildings, setback relaxations, and submission schedules have been revised to ease costs and encourage uniform urban development.

RGUKT declared holidays for PUC and engineering students from March 23 following protests over the death of a PUC student. Students alleged inadequate medical facilities on campus and demanded Rs 50 lakh compensation for the victim’s family.

Cyber fraudsters impersonated a Hyderabad-based company CEO on WhatsApp and tricked her accountant into transferring Rs 1.20 crore to multiple bank accounts. The victim later realised the fraud and lodged a complaint with the Hyderabad Cyber Crime Police.

BRS working president KT Rama Rao accused the Congress government of neglecting farmers and blamed it for the suicide of an Adilabad farmer allegedly distressed by procurement delays. He also criticised safety lapses during flyover construction works at Bachupally.

Two people were killed and six injured in separate road accidents in Kanchanbagh, Rajendranagar and Vikarabad, including a fatal bike crash and a family accident, with three victims reported to be in critical condition

A fourth class student chided for not going to school by his mother, took poison and died in Mahabubabad

Haryana emerged as overall champion at the 24th National Para Athletics Championships in Bhubaneshwar, topping the medal tally with 95 medals. The event saw participation from over 1,400 athletes, with strong performances across track and field events

The IMD has forecast thundershowers accompanied by lightning and gusty winds in parts of Telangana till March 28, with brief dry spells in between. Day temperatures are expected to remain below normal for the next two days before gradually rising

ITC Limited, under Mission Sunehra Kal, developed key health and civic infrastructure in Kothagudem district, including upgrades at PHCs and sub-centres, aimed at improving rural healthcare access and supporting national quality standards

A KMC corporator Mohammed Dawood distributed new clothes to sanitation workers and Anganwadi staff on Eid-ul-Fitr in Kothagudem. He highlighted the spirit of Ramadan and urged workers to support the Praja Palana-Pragathi Pranalika outreach initiative.

The BRS plans to introduce a Private Member Bill to give legal backing to the Six Guarantees, urging Congress to support it. KT Rama Rao alleged delay in implementation and said the Bill would ensure accountability and enable people to seek legal remedy.

FLO Hyderabad enters its 25th year, announcing Silver Jubilee celebrations and an awards ceremony. Seetha Reddy Gaddam and Khushboo Daga take charge as new Chairpersons, while outgoing leader Prathibha Kunda reflects on a tenure themed “Power to Empower”.

Ten sheep died and a shepherd was injured after a speeding car rammed into a herd near Katnapally in Peddapalli district. The injured shepherd was shifted to Karimnagar hospital, while six sheep also sustained injuries in the accident

A State government report reveals that many Telangana schools lack functional toilets, electricity, and digital libraries. Government schools struggle with declining enrolment, while private schools, despite being fewer, attract far more students, highlighting serious infrastructure and education gaps.

Researchers from CCMB have mapped antimicrobial resistance (AMR) in urban wastewater across Delhi, Mumbai, Kolkata, and Chennai. The study reveals consistent bacterial resistance mechanisms, gene-sharing patterns, and a practical SOP enabling nationwide surveillance of drug-resistant pathogens.

Vaarahi Silver Jewellery will launch its premium Kukatpally store on March 28. The pre-launch event featured actors Teja Sajja and Meenakshi Chaudhary, unveiling exclusive silver jewellery. Special offers, vouchers, silver coins, and a lucky draw add to the excitement.

Bowenpally and Gudimalkapur vegetable markets in Telangana generate biogas, electricity, and bio-manure from organic waste. The plants, designed using bio-methanation technology, power canteens, streetlights, and market operations, offering a sustainable alternative during the ongoing LPG crisis.

The Puligundala ecotourism site in Telangana now features a dedicated bird-watching cabin for observing 65 species. The initiative, part of the 2025 eco-tourism project, includes trekking trails, luxury cottages, tent camping, and forest safaris to promote wildlife conservation.

A firecracker-laden truck caught fire in Maheshwaram, Ranga Reddy district, after reportedly touching high-tension power lines. The driver and helper escaped safely, but the truck was destroyed. Police and fire department personnel are investigating the cause of the blaze.

The Keerthana Arts Foundation will host the two-day Tyagaraja Festival 2026 in Hyderabad on March 21–22, featuring leading and emerging Carnatic musicians in vocal and instrumental performances celebrating the legacy of Saint Tyagaraja.

Hyderabad Police Commissioner VC Sajjanar warns young women about fake social media profiles used to extort and manipulate victims. He urges victims to report abuse, advises parental involvement, and assures authorities can trace offenders despite digital masking.

Family members of a murdered YouTuber in Jagtial are visiting her grave daily, offering her favourite items, as police investigate a dowry-related killing involving her husband and his relatives.