Telangana

World Sparrow Day was observed in Nirmal by Prakriti Mitra with an awareness event and exhibition. Speakers highlighted the ecological importance of sparrows and urged the public to provide food and shelter to help conserve the species

BRS leader T Harish Rao termed the Telangana Budget 2026-27 a “bogus budget”, alleging failure to implement Six Guarantees, recycled allocations and rising debt. He questioned welfare spending, demanded a white paper and challenged the government to prove its claims

Corporators, traders and vendors in Kothagudem have raised concerns over irregularities in market fee tenders, alleging exclusion of Paloncha and Sujatha Nagar. Contractors also opposed tender cancellations, while officials said a decision would be taken after discussions

The BRS has alleged a Rs 30 crore loss in a Rs 54 crore smartphone procurement by the Telangana government, raising concerns over pricing and transparency, and demanding clarity on the procurement process and use of public funds.

Awfis Space Solutions has crossed 100 centres across South India, with over 3.1 million sq ft of workspace and 70,000 seats, reflecting growing demand for flexible office solutions across major cities including Bengaluru, Hyderabad and Chennai.

The LPG cylinder shortage in Hyderabad is impacting NGOs running food donation drives, forcing them to adopt alternative cooking methods. Despite rising costs and growing demand, most organisations continue serving free meals to the underprivileged across the city.

The Telangana government will relaunch the school breakfast scheme from the 2026-27 academic year. Originally introduced by the BRS government, the programme aims to improve student nutrition and attendance with added provisions like milk and ragi porridge.

Thousands of Muslims gathered at Mecca Masjid and other mosques across Hyderabad to offer Jumaath-ul-Vida prayers. Authorities deployed heavy security and implemented traffic diversions to manage large crowds during the last Friday of Ramzan.

Doctors and medical bodies expressed concern over gaps in the Telangana Health Budget 2026-27, highlighting the omission of Osmania General Hospital, lack of recruitment plans, and absence of dedicated funding for infection control and antimicrobial resistance.

A woman allegedly duped multiple investors of nearly Rs 3 crore in Hyderabad’s Madhapur by promising high monthly returns through fake schemes. Police registered a case after complaints, with preliminary findings indicating several victims and a wider financial fraud network.

Hyderabad’s residential property registrations rebounded in February 2026, rising 3% year-on-year and 32% month-on-month, with both premium and affordable segments showing growth, reflecting renewed demand across key micro-markets and sustained momentum in higher-value transactions.

South Central Railway recorded its highest-ever ticket checking revenue of ₹223.60 crore in 2025–26, surpassing targets ahead of schedule. Officials attributed the growth to strict enforcement, digital ticketing initiatives and increased passenger compliance.

Five engineering students went missing in the Godavari River near Bhadrachalam after slipping into deep waters while taking photographs. Two others managed to escape. Rescue teams, including police and expert swimmers, have launched search operations at the site.

A Delhi-based philanthropic organisation donated books worth ₹52.42 lakh to the Telangana Tribal Welfare Residential Degree College for Boys in Karimnagar, strengthening its library resources and benefiting students, with college staff appreciating the foundation’s generous contribution.

BRS legislators staged a walkout and sit-in during Telangana’s Budget speech by Deputy CM Mallu Bhatti Vikramarka, protesting unfulfilled Congress promises like one tola gold and two lakh jobs, and the non-allocation of funds in the 2026–27 budget

In Karimnagar, police prevented ASHA workers from laying siege to Transport Minister Ponnam Prabhakar’s residence at Mankammathota. A scuffle occurred as protesters were intercepted en route from Telangana Chowk and subsequently taken to a police station

In Rajanna-Sircilla, a dog was found dead in Gorillala, Rudrangi mandal, allegedly killed by a leopard while guarding livestock. The owner alerted forest officials

In Kumram Bheem Asifabad, police arrested three men from Maharashtra for allegedly transporting explosives without permission at Jainoor mandal. Authorities warned of strict action against illegal explosive use and urged the public to report unauthorized storage or activities

In Hyderabad, BRS leaders, led by KT Rama Rao, protested at Telangana Martyrs’ Memorial, accusing the Congress government of failing to implement the Six Guarantees promised in elections, citing delays in pensions, women’s aid, farmer support, and youth employment schemes

Eid Al Fitr was celebrated across Gulf countries with prayers held in mosques amid regional tensions, as authorities ensured safety following drone threats, while thousands gathered in Makkah and Madinah and festivities proceeded peacefully

Telangana’s Rs 3.24 lakh crore Budget for 2026-27 prioritises welfare, agriculture, housing and youth schemes while maintaining fiscal discipline. However, concerns persist over rising borrowings nearing Rs 80,000 crore and relatively modest infrastructure allocations for Hyderabad

A non-venomous snake caused brief commotion at the Telangana Assembly premises in Hyderabad, where a traffic constable swiftly captured it before officials handed it over to Nehru Zoological Park authorities.

In Hyderabad, a 57-year-old man reportedly lost Rs 40 lakh from his bank account without receiving OTPs or transaction alerts. Cyberabad police are investigating possible cyber fraud involving SIM cloning, malware, or unauthorized access to banking credentials

In Hyderabad, police arrested Appari Vishwa Phanindra for allegedly duping a scooter owner through an OLX scam and fleeing with the vehicle during a test ride. Investigations revealed a duo targeting online sellers; the stolen scooter was recovered