Telangana

The Telangana government has acknowledged delays in distributing uniforms and student kits to students in government schools and hostels, even as nearly half of the academic year has passed. Officials informed Chief Minister A. Revanth Reddy that the distribution process was almost complete, with some agencies achieving 95 per cent coverage.

Teachers' MLC Pingili Sripal Reddy and PRTU TS representatives met Chief Minister A. Revanth Reddy and urged the government to resolve pending issues concerning employees, teachers and pensioners, including implementation of the PRC report, release of DA dues and settlement of pending bills.

Ten SDRF and fire services personnel reportedly went missing after two rescue boats capsized during an operation at Bethupalli tank in Sathupalli, Khammam district, on Wednesday. The rescue team had reached the spot to save fishermen stranded in floodwaters following a sudden rise in the tank's water level due to cyclonic rains.

Unauthorised SMS messages claiming that Rythu Bharosa funds had been credited to farmers' bank accounts sparked confusion across Telangana, with thousands of recipients finding no deposits in their accounts. The Agriculture Department has lodged a complaint with Cyber Crime police, seeking an investigation into the origin of the messages and possible misuse of SMS communication systems.

Amid severe drought conditions linked to the impact of El Nino, the Telangana Pollution Control Board has urged industries to utilise treated domestic wastewater from sewage treatment plants instead of relying on groundwater and freshwater sources.

Agricultural lands in several villages of Velairpad mandal in Andhra Pradesh's Eluru district were inundated after floodwaters from the damaged Peddavagu project entered the ayacut area following heavy rainfall. The project, already breached in July 2024 and further damaged in September the same year.

The South Central Railway (SCR) facilitated the onward journey of 1,226 passengers stranded at Kazipet after train diversions caused by Cyclone Murasu. Besides operating a special train to Vijayawada, the railway provided food, refreshments, additional stoppages and round-the-clock operational monitoring to ensure passenger safety and convenience.

BRS working president KT Rama Rao congratulated party leaders and cadres in Adilabad district for the success of the Rythu Garjana meeting and urged them to continue mobilising support on farmers' issues. He asked party workers to strengthen grassroots activities, highlight the government's failures and sustain the campaign momentum.

BRS leader RS Praveen Kumar accused Congress MP Porika Balaram Naik of attempting to encroach on 4.13 acres earmarked for SC students in Serilingampally. He demanded that the government reclaim the land within 15 days, threatening a major agitation.

Bazarhathnoor Sub-Inspector G Ramesh was arrested by the ACB while allegedly accepting a Rs 40,000 bribe. He had reportedly demanded Rs 50,000 from a complainant to avoid registering a case following an unmarried woman's suicide.

A 65-year-old farmer injured in a road accident died at the Government Hospital in Medak on Tuesday night. His family and villagers alleged negligence, citing the absence of a doctor and a power outage when he was brought in.

A female TGSRTC conductor, G Pravalika, died after a passenger allegedly pushed her during a dispute on a bus in Manuguru. Her death has prompted RTC staff to raise concerns over passenger behaviour, overcrowding and working conditions

A 15-year-old Class 10 student staying at a BC residential hostel in Wargal died by suicide on Wednesday. His parents and relatives staged a protest at the hostel, demanding action against staff. Police registered a case and began an investigation.

The Hyderabad Water Tankers Association called off its strike and resumed supplies after agreeing to source borewell water from outside the ORR with necessary permissions. Hydraa said it would continue efforts to curb illegal commercial groundwater extraction in high-demand localities.

Four persons were arrested after EAGLE Force and Medak Rural Police raided five toddy shops and a depot in Medak district over alleged BZO adulteration. Eight consumers tested positive, while two other suspects remain absconding, officials said.

BRS MLA Palla Rajeshwar Reddy blamed the Congress government for the death of farmer Laxman Goud in Jangaon district, alleging crop losses, financial distress and harassment by the District Collector. He sought action against the official and assistance for the family.

BRS leader T Harish Rao has demanded that the Government Medical College at Maheshwaram be shifted to a building with adequate facilities within two months. He also sought immediate drinking water, toilets and transport for students protesting at Mangalpally.

BRS MLC Dasoju Sravan has demanded the withdrawal of GO 14 bringing BC Atma Gourava Bhavans under government control. He sought restoration of caste associations’ autonomy, disclosure of funds and construction status, and a time-bound plan to complete pending works.

The Telangana Cabinet will meet on Thursday, with preparations for the Invest Telangana Global Summit 2026 taking priority. The meeting comes amid drought concerns, water and power crises, with welfare schemes, recruitment and investment proposals also expected to be discussed

An assistant lineman, Harish (30), was electrocuted while working on live electric lines at Ontelu Gadda Thanda in Zaheerabad mandal of Sangareddy district on Wednesday. Officials are investigating the circumstances surrounding the incident. His death has left his family in shock.

BRS working president KT Rama Rao accused the Congress and BJP of compromising Telangana’s interests and criticised the State government’s proposed land sales. He urged the government to use Miyapur land for martyrs’ families, movement activists, housing and civic infrastructure.

Ophthalmologists have urged people to take precautions while lighting firecrackers during Diwali, warning that eye injuries can range from minor irritation to permanent vision loss. Experts advise immediate medical attention and caution against rubbing or applying pressure to injured eyes.

Dhoolpet Prohibition and Excise police arrested two persons from Rajasthan near Sitarambagh Temple and seized 72 grams of opium. A two-wheeler and mobile phones were also seized from the suspects. Further investigation is under way.

AIMIM president Asaduddin Owaisi has urged the Telangana government to substantially enhance the remuneration of outsourcing employees, citing rising living costs. He also sought directions to government bodies to ensure timely payment of salaries to all outsourcing staff.