Telangana

Telangana is set to receive relief from an intense heatwave as the IMD forecasts thunderstorms, rainfall, and a temperature drop of 2–3°C between May 5 and May 8, with heavy rain alerts issued for several districts.

The removal of the NMC’s population-based seat cap has strengthened Telangana’s ambitious plan of medical colleges in every district, enabling expansion of MBBS seats while shifting focus toward addressing faculty shortages and improving healthcare education infrastructure.

The IPL 2026 has already provided an exciting first half, and with ‘Revenge Week’ coming up on JioStar, the competition is intensifying. Punjab Kings, Royal Challengers Bengaluru, and Sunrisers Hyderabad remain in the top three positions.

A mega camp organised by Narayan Seva Sansthan provided 815 artificial limbs to 745 differently abled individuals. The event saw emotional moments, with beneficiaries gaining mobility, while dignitaries praised the initiative’s impact on improving lives.

Hyderabad Police Commissioner V. C. Sajjanar urged motorists to follow strict road safety rules, avoid stopping on ORR unless necessary, and use the helpline in emergencies. He called for collective efforts to prevent accidents and save lives.

Union Minister of State for Home Bandi Sanjay Kumar visited the PMJ jewellery shop in Karimnagar after armed dacoits allegedly entered posing as customers, opened fire and fled with jewellery. Police officials reviewed CCTV footage and intensified efforts to trace the accused

The squad selected for the World Cup will also participate in the three-match T20I series against England, which begins on May 28.

Hyderabad Traffic Police booked 445 persons in two days for traffic violations during enforcement drives. Similar action in Malkajgiri and Cyberabad saw hundreds apprehended, with several cases of high blood alcohol concentration detected among offenders.

Cyberabad police authorities have transferred 65 inspectors, posting 54 to new positions across stations, while 11 have been surrendered to Multi Zone–II for administrative action. The reshuffle includes postings in key law and order and cybercrime units.

In Meerpet, a man was dragged nearly 2 km on a car bonnet after a road dispute involving a U-turn argument. Police registered a case after the driver allegedly assaulted the rider’s son and fled, with investigation currently underway

Five armed assailants carried out a daring daylight dacoity at a jewellery shop in Karimnagar, opening fire and injuring four security personnel. Police suspect an inter-State gang and are examining CCTV footage while probing possible local support.

Hybrid paddy cultivation in Kumram Bheem Asifabad has expanded from 20 to 3,000 acres in eight years. Farmers adopting the male-female hybrid crop are achieving higher yields and profits, supported by favourable conditions and guidance from seed companies.

Hyderabad is set to experience another hot and hazy day with temperatures expected to touch 41 degree Celsius, according to the IMD. Low humidity and dry heat conditions will persist, with partly cloudy skies and mild south-westerly winds forecast.

The death toll in the Bargi Dam boat tragedy has risen to 13 after the last missing body was recovered, concluding rescue operations. Investigations have revealed safety lapses, including overcrowding and departure despite a weather alert warning of strong winds.

BRS working president K.T. Rama Rao extended his wishes to students appearing for NEET-UG 2026, urging them to remain calm and confident. He advised aspirants to trust their preparation, avoid anxiety, and focus on performing to their best ability.

A major fire broke out at Kamareddy’s old bus stand early Sunday around 2 a.m., gutting 12 shops and causing property loss estimated at Rs.50 lakh. No injuries were reported, and authorities are investigating the cause of the incident

A devastating sequence of events unfolded in Sangareddy district when a teenager took his own life just a week after losing both parents. Police reported that Jeevarathnam killed his wife Rani over suspicions of infidelity before hanging himself on April 25.

Farmers from Batla Chandraram village in Vikarabad district have declared they will not surrender their fertile lands for a proposed industrial park. At a press conference, they warned of intensifying protests, including a statewide bandh.

The Telangana Civil Supplies Department has procured 12.38 lakh metric tonnes of paddy during the Rabi 2025-26 season. Payments worth Rs 1,129.43 crore under the Minimum Support Price scheme have been directly credited to the accounts of 1.54 lakh farmers.

BRS leader T Harish Rao has threatened to lead a mass protest at the Secretariat if the Congress government fails to release a job calendar and extend the age limit for government jobs. He accused the ruling party of betraying unemployed youth by not fulfilling its promise of issuing two lakh job notifications within a year of coming to power.

Hyderabad traffic police have issued an advisory and diversion plan ahead of IPL 2026 matches at Uppal’s Rajiv Gandhi Stadium on May 3, 6 and 22. Commuters are advised to avoid key routes and use public transport

Telangana Chief Minister A Revanth Reddy has announced that Rs. 6,000 crore in pending dues to retired employees will be cleared within 100 days, and health cards for all government employees will be issued by June.

A reckless act of burning crop residue in Chintakani mandal, Khammam district, led to fire accidents that destroyed crops across several villages. Around 50 acres of maize and other plantations were gutted, and a tractor was burnt.

Dubbak MLA Kotha Prabhakar Reddy staged a protest during the praja palana programme in Siddipet, criticising the Congress government for delays in procuring paddy and other grains from farmers. The event turned chaotic as BRS cadres stormed the venue, raising slogans against the government.