Telangana

BRS leader Harish Rao and other party leaders were placed under house arrest in Hyderabad, preventing their visit to Parigi, where farmers are protesting land acquisition for an industrial park in Kallapur and Rapole villages

A major fire broke out at a two-storey textile shop in Bandlaguda, Rajendranagar, causing heavy property loss. No casualties were reported. Firefighters battled the blaze for two hours, with a short circuit suspected as the cause.

Green India Challenge founder and former MP J Santosh Kumar has been nominated for the Global Green Icon award, to be presented at the House of Lords on April 17. The honour recognises his leadership in sustainability and environmental initiatives

Telangana CM A Revanth Reddy claimed full credit for Telangana’s growth while criticising Kerala CM Pinarayi Vijayan for relying on legacy gains. He dismissed the BRS decade as disastrous and ended his letter with a mocking remark aimed at Vijayan

KT Rama Rao urged Indian youth to become job creators and emphasised upskilling amid the growing impact of Artificial Intelligence, while highlighting Hyderabad’s startup ecosystem and calling for innovation, entrepreneurship and stronger public-private partnerships.

BRS leader RS Praveen Kumar predicted a Gen Z-led uprising against the Congress government in Telangana, alleging anti-youth and anti-farmer policies, and urged students to lead a statewide movement against alleged irregularities and governance failures.

A Kallur councillor lodged a complaint against Congress leaders for holding a press meet inside a municipal office and violating protocol norms. He urged authorities to take action and ensure impartiality in government programmes and public institutions.

The Telangana State Heritage Department signed an MoU with seven government degree colleges in Sangareddy to promote heritage awareness, conservation and research among students through academic activities, field visits and the formation of heritage clubs.

Boath MLA Anil Jadhav submitted a list of development demands to Chief Minister A Revanth Reddy during his Adilabad visit, seeking irrigation projects, roads, welfare measures, and infrastructure upgrades, including a revenue division, college, and tourism development.

Civil Supplies and revenue officials seized 48 subsidised LPG cylinders being misused for commercial purposes in Korutla town. Authorities conducted surprise checks at hostels and eateries and registered cases, warning of strict action against violators.

The BRS-called bandh in Gajwel against the ransacking of an MLA camp office saw widespread participation, with shops and schools shut. Party leaders staged protests, while police ensured order amid brief tension involving Congress leaders.

Karimnagar rural police arrested four persons, including a father and his family members, for the murder of twin girls. The accused allegedly killed the children over concerns about future expenses and attempted to pass it off as an accident.

Police in Kumram Bheem Asifabad arrested two persons from Mancherial for allegedly peddling ganja sachets. Authorities seized 3.6 kilograms of contraband, a motorcycle and mobile phones, and said the accused sourced the drugs from neighbouring states.

A Sub-Inspector in Khammam district distributed solar lamps and essential supplies to 50 migrant adivasi families in Palavagu village with support from the Robin Hood Army, marking his mother’s death anniversary and extending continued support to the community

A 39-year-old farmer, Kova Annu, drowned in a canal of the Kaddam Narayana Reddy project in Mancherial district while attempting to irrigate his field. Police registered a case following a complaint from his family and began an investigation.

Three persons, including a couple from Rajahmundry, died and three others were injured in separate road accidents in Khammam district. The incidents involved collisions on a highway bridge and a truck falling off an unfinished bridge in Tallada mandal.

TGIIC notified the auction of over 15 acres at Osman Nagar in Sangareddy on April 23, a month after postponing earlier plans. TGIIC attempts to acquire lands for establishment of industrial parks at other places triggered protests and objections from farmers.

CMR Engineering College, Hyderabad, launched its five-day IDE Bootcamp Edition 3 – Phase I to mentor students in idea validation, prototyping, and pitching. Sponsored by the Ministry of Education, AICTE, and MoE Innovation Cell, it featured 250 participants and industry experts.

Hyderabad-based QCIL signed agreements with AMPIN Energy and Radiance Renewables to supply solar power to five hospitals in Odisha, Chhattisgarh, and Maharashtra. This is the first phase of a 19-hospital plan targeting 30 MW and 80% renewable energy adoption.

A car caught fire on Khairatabad Road in Hyderabad on Sunday night, causing panic. The driver escaped safely, and a fire tender extinguished the flames. Officials suspect a short circuit as the cause. No casualties were reported.

Filmnagar police arrested three YouTubers—Mohammed Taj, Mohd Taufeeq, and Mohd Al Hasan—for impersonating Civil Supplies Department officers and extorting Rs 50,000 from an LPG delivery boy. A complaint led to their swift arrest and case registration.

Nawab Najaf Ali Khan, grandson of Nizam VII Mir Osman Ali Khan, urges the Telangana government to officially commemorate the Nizam’s 140th birth anniversary on April 6, highlighting his secular outlook, contributions to education, healthcare, infrastructure, and enduring legacy.

The Secunderabad Cantonment Board will begin direct collection of Transfer of Property Tax from June 2026, remitting funds into the Cantonment Fund Account. The 5 per cent TPT rate continues, drawing criticism from civic groups seeking lower property tax rates.

SCCL’s Srirampur and Mandamarri Areas failed to meet coal production targets due to delays in overburden removal by contractors. However, the Goleti Area exceeded its target, emerging as one of the best-performing units in the financial year