Telangana

The Southwest Monsoon has temporarily stalled, delaying its advance across Telangana, Andhra Pradesh and Maharashtra. Weather experts and climate researchers attribute the slowdown to dry air intrusion and El Nino conditions, raising concerns over rainfall availability for the Kharif agricultural season.

Uncertainty over rainfall due to the expected El Nino effect is leaving farmers in Karimnagar district undecided about paddy cultivation this Vanakalam season. Agriculture officials are encouraging a shift to irrigated dry crops to minimise risks and potential losses.

The Telangana government has extended key investigations for the damaged Kaleshwaram barrages from May-end to early July, raising concerns over restoration timelines. While the government maintains that repairs will be completed by summer 2027, technical studies and approvals remain pending

A Nizampet farmer, declared brain dead after a medical emergency, became an organ donor under the Jeevandan initiative. His family donated his kidneys, liver and corneas, saving five lives. Telangana authorities praised the family’s decision as a noble act.

The Wireless, Antennas and Microwave Symposium (WAMS 2026) began at BVRIT in Medak with delegates from 18 countries participating. The event features discussions on 6G technologies, antenna systems and wireless communications, along with presentations of 753 selected research papers.

The IMD Hyderabad has issued a week-long thunderstorm and lightning warning for all Telangana districts. Light to moderate rain is likely in several areas, with maximum temperatures expected to remain below 36°C due to ongoing weather activity.

Cyberabad police arrested a man and a hired killer for the murder of a woman in IDA Bollaram. The husband allegedly hired assailants from Bihar for Rs 2 lakh. Two others remain absconding as investigations into the contract killing continue.

Union Minister Mansukh Mandaviya launched Daaji’s book Five Prescriptions from the Ashtavakra Mahagita. The work reinterprets ancient wisdom from the Ashtavakra Gita as a guide for modern leadership, inner healing and spiritual growth, blending philosophy with practical life applications.

Residents of Hyderabad's Old City have urged authorities to address recurring waterlogging and traffic congestion during the monsoon season. They have called for improved drainage maintenance, regular de-silting and preventive measures at several flood-prone locations across the area.

Hyderabad Police have asked investors of Dhanwantari Foundation International to submit their details to the CCS for the refund process. Authorities have attached properties linked to the alleged Rs 516-crore fraud and plan to distribute auction proceeds among depositors.

The Banjara Hills police have registered a criminal case against seven persons, including alleged former rowdy-sheeter Amberpet Shankar, after a builder accused them of intimidation, coercion and issuing death threats during a dispute related to a real estate venture.

Salesforce has pledged to equip one million learners in India with AI-focused skills by 2030 through partnerships with government agencies and educational institutions. The initiative aims to prepare students and professionals for emerging opportunities in the rapidly evolving AI economy.

Care Hospitals, Banjara Hills, has completed 100 high-risk bariatric surgeries on patients with a BMI above 60 over five and a half years. The milestone highlights the hospital's expertise in treating severe obesity and related health complications.

Indira Nagar Public School in Siddipet continues to attract overwhelming demand, with 691 students appearing for an entrance test for 220 seats. The school's strong academic record, modern facilities and quality teaching have drawn applicants from several districts across Telangana.

Bandlaguda police arrested two men for allegedly possessing and selling ganja and seized 220 grams of the contraband during a raid near Jalpally. Five consumers were identified, and a case was registered under the NDPS Act. Further investigation is ongoing.

Medicover Hospitals has launched a Centre of Excellence for Neuro Endoscopy at its Sangeet unit in Secunderabad. The facility will provide advanced minimally invasive treatment for brain tumours and other neurological disorders, aiming to improve patient outcomes and recovery times.

A C-PAC opinion poll suggests a dramatic political turnaround in Telangana, projecting the BRS to win 84 Assembly seats if elections were held now. The survey indicates declining support for the Congress government, which is estimated to secure only 22 seats.

Veteran film editor A Sreekar Prasad said cinema will continue to rely on human emotion, intuition and storytelling despite advances in artificial intelligence. Speaking at a masterclass in Hyderabad, he stressed that technology enhances, rather than replaces, editorial creativity.

Healthcare entrepreneur Dr. Shamsheer Vayalil has announced a Rs 2.6 crore humanitarian relief package for families affected by the Dubai road accident that killed seven workers and injured nine others. The initiative includes compensation, education support and emergency assistance.

The Air Force Academy's Combined Graduate Parade will mark the commissioning of the first women cadets from the National Defence Academy. Defence Minister Rajnath Singh will review the event, confer commissions, and witness spectacular aerial displays by the Indian Air Force.

Farmers' organisations say monkey and wild animal attacks remain a major obstacle to crop diversification in Telangana. While commercial and horticultural crops offer opportunities, recurring crop damage and the high cost of solar fencing continue to push cultivators towards paddy cultivation.

A newborn boy allegedly sold for Rs 1.70 lakh through intermediaries was rescued and placed under Child Welfare Committee care. Police have launched an investigation into the roles of the biological parents, prospective adoptive parents and middlemen involved in the case.

Former BRS MP B. Vinod Kumar accused the Congress and BJP of indulging in political theatrics over the Tummidihatti project. Citing Maharashtra's longstanding opposition, he said repairs to the Medigadda barrage and reliance on Kaleshwaram remain Telangana's only viable options.

The Hyderabad Traffic Police booked a Sangareddy man for allegedly using a fake registration number on his scooter to evade traffic challans. The cloned number belonged to another vehicle owner, prompting a police investigation into the scooter's original registration details.