Telangana

T. Teja Krishna and G. Sahiti secured the boys and girls under-18 titles in the seventh Mt Banyan Global School children’s chess tournament organised by Telangana Chess Academy, with several young players finishing among the top three in different age categories

K. Laxmi Narayan Reddy from Telangana has successfully cleared the Assistant Referee fitness and written examination for Level-5 national upgradation held at LNIPE, Gwalior. Telangana Football Association congratulated him, calling it a proud achievement for the State

Hydraa teams inspected encroachments at Indira Park and Lower Tank Bund after complaints about illegal construction near the old skating rink. Commissioner Ranganath ordered an immediate halt, suggesting integration of the old rink, while police filed a case against Ravinder Reddy.

Kothagudem district has strengthened maternal healthcare by appointing radiologists in all agency hospitals and making TIFFA scan services available. The move ensures better monitoring of pregnancies, early detection of abnormalities, and reduces the need for travel to distant medical centres

The Telangana Assembly passed two major Bills to provide social security for gig workers and ensure protection for advocates. The laws introduce welfare measures, insurance benefits, grievance systems and inclusive representation in legal appointments.

Police in Kumram Bheem Asifabad solved a four-year-old murder case involving a teenager, arresting two persons including a woman. The victim was strangled and his body burnt. One more accused remains absconding in the case

FDDI Hyderabad is organising a free Situation Test Workshop on April 12, 2026, for design aspirants. Led by Dr Fathima Bilgrami, the session will cover model making, material handling, concept development, and presentation skills for design entrance exams.

Telangana DGP B Shivadhar Reddy appealed to senior Maoist leaders to surrender and join the mainstream, highlighting that 721 cadres have already surrendered. He assured rehabilitation support and medical assistance, urging families to guide those still underground.

The Telangana Cyber Security Bureau conducted an awareness programme at Gitam University, Hyderabad, educating students on cyber safety, digital responsibility, and cyber crime. Experts also guided women students on handling cyber harassment and staying safe online

JNTU-Hyderabad promoted 323 BPharmacy students from the third to fourth year on humanitarian grounds after delayed exam results. The decision follows protests by Students Protection Forum and representations from colleges, benefiting the 2022-admitted R22 batch.

Warangal Police Commissioner Sunpreet Singh stressed the importance of education and child safety while distributing study materials to migrant workers’ children. Under Operation Muskan, 120 children were enrolled in schools, with officials warning against child labour practices

Hyderabad auto rickshaw drivers protested since Sunday night demanding faster LPG refills amid long queues. Tensions escalated at Rajendranagar and PVNR Expressway, prompting police action. Social organizations and locals provided food and water to drivers enduring hours-long waits.

Hyderabad Police’s Commissioner’s Task Force caught 10 individuals, including a gas agency operator, allegedly diverting LPG cylinders for black-market sale. Authorities seized 414 cylinders, vehicles, and trolleys. A case is registered at Banjara Hills police station.

The National Lok Adalat saw a strong response in Khammam and Kothagudem districts, with thousands of cases resolved, including cybercrime refunds and criminal matters. Police officials highlighted the role of awareness and cooperation in ensuring speedy and fair settlements

Former MLA Balka Suman accused the Congress government of negligence in Gurukul schools, linking it to 128 student deaths. He demanded accountability, criticised handling of Dalit issues and alleged diversion from key controversies involving land and mining.

Doctors at Medicover Hospitals, Secunderabad, successfully replanted a near-total amputated forearm of a trauma patient. The seven-hour microsurgical procedure involved bone, tendon, nerve, and blood vessel repair, and the patient is now stable and undergoing rehabilitation.

TGSRTC employees staged a half-naked protest in Karimnagar against the state government’s plan to introduce electric buses, alleging privatisation. They demanded a merger with the government, restoration of unions, and fulfilment of poll promises

A shortage of commercial LPG cylinders linked to the ongoing Middle East conflict has disrupted Hyderabad’s food scene, forcing several restaurants to stop cooking the popular breakfast dish nihari–paya and switch to firewood for preparing other items.

A private employee from Miyapur was cheated of Rs 80.97 lakh after being lured into a fake stock trading scheme run through a WhatsApp group. Cyberabad Cybercrime police have registered a case and launched an investigation.

Power House Taekwondo Academy delivered a record-breaking performance at the Telangana State Inter-Schools Championship 2026, winning 9 gold, 1 silver, and 6 bronze medals. Sixteen of 19 athletes secured podium finishes, highlighting the academy’s excellence and commitment to nurturing champions

The Secunderabad Cantonment Board has approved Rs 20 crore for long-pending road repairs after nearly a decade. Around 22 heavily damaged roads across eight wards will be resurfaced and repaired, providing relief to commuters and residents facing deteriorating infrastructure.

The Hyderabad Metropolitan Development Authority has procured a Rs 2.87 crore amphibious excavator to support lake restoration works, including desilting, dredging and weed removal. The machine will also assist in managing idol immersions during major festivals.

More than 250 women participated in the Women’s Special Run organised by the Hyderabad Runners Society at Sanjeevaiah Park. The event promoted fitness, empowerment and safety awareness, with DCP Lavanya Naik Jadav encouraging women to stay active.

KT Rama Rao criticised the Telangana Hate Speech Bill, calling it vague and prone to misuse. He warned it could curb free speech and target dissent, and urged the government to reconsider the legislation citing constitutional and democratic concerns.