Telangana

Congress MLA Medipally Satyam has raised concerns over alleged bias in the reservation process for local bodies in Choppadandi constituency, urging the State government to review allocations in Karimnagar and Jagtial districts.

Saddula Bathukamma was celebrated with traditional fervour across Karimnagar and Rajanna-Sircilla districts. While the festival is typically observed on the ninth day of Engilipula Bathukamma, towns like Vemulawada continue celebrations for seven days.

Cyberabad police intensified their crackdown on trafficking and harassment, rescuing four victims and arresting 30 individuals in separate operations. She Teams conducted 140 decoy operations and addressed 21 complaints from women.

Adilabad police arrested two loan recovery agents for misusing Rs 12.5 lakh collected from customers of a rural microcredit firm. The accused, hailing from Hasnapur village, diverted the funds for personal use and falsely claimed to have deposited them with the credit society.

MLRIT celebrated Bathukamma with traditional songs, flower arrangements, and a festive atmosphere. College Treasurer Marri Mamata Reddy emphasized the importance of preserving culture alongside academic excellence and assured that the celebration would be held on a grand scale every year

IHM Shri Shakti was awarded the Tourism Excellence Award 2025 in the hospitality institution (private) category by the Telangana State Tourism Department. The award was presented by Tourism Minister Jupally Krishna Rao, recognizing the institute's contribution to hospitality education and tourism promotion

The 8th lucky draw of the Dasara Shopping Bonanza 2025 was held at CMR Family Mall, Secunderabad. Bhanu Prakash won the first prize. The event was attended by key figures from CMR Family Mall and Namasthe Telangana and Telangana Today

Cyberabad police have uncovered two major online trading scams involving fake financial platforms and fraudulent apps, resulting in losses of over Rs 4 crore. Victims were misled through social media and WhatsApp groups.

Documentary filmmaker Dulam Satyanarayana received the Telangana Tourism Excellence Award for his film Telangana Zarur Aana, which highlighted the state's cultural and historical richness during the Miss World 2025 pageant.

Ramraj Cotton has launched a new showroom in Choutuppal, Yadadri Bhuvanagiri district, with a special focus on its newly introduced anti-bacterial dhotis. The company also continues to expand its presence across southern states and globally through online sales and exports

In a major anti-narcotics move, Khammam police destroyed 200 kg of ganja seized in 18 cases across multiple police stations. The contraband was incinerated at a designated facility in Tallada under official supervision.

TCA General Secretary Dharam Guruva Reddy criticized the Hyderabad Cricket Association's (HCA) truncated Apex Council for misleading sponsors with advertisements about a T20 tournament, questioning the legality of their actions and urging intervention from Justice Naveen Rao

Telangana’s boys and girls teams qualified for the quarterfinals in the 17th Handball Federation of India Mini Boys and Girls National Championship, with the boys defeating Assam 8-3 and the girls beating Andhra Pradesh 14-7

The Sreenidhi University Telangana Premier Golf League (TPGL) 2025 edition was officially launched with an orientation event for sponsors, team owners, and captains. Key milestones, including the player auction and season dates, were unveiled for the upcoming league

Continuous rainfall has severely impacted life in Khammam and Warangal districts, damaging crops, halting coal production, and claiming one life in Bhupalpally. A woman died after her house wall collapsed due to the rains. Maize, cotton and paddy crops suffered extensive damage, while SCCL mines faced waterlogging.

Medal won 2-0 against Gadwal in the Telangana State football championship with Vinay scoring a brace. Ranga Reddy defeated Siddipet 3-0, while Mahabubnagar, Karimnagar, Wanaparthy, and Adilabad played out goalless draws on Saturday at Maha Ubnagar Stadium

A technical assistant from the Panchayat Raj and Rural Development department was arrested by the ACB in Mancherial for allegedly accepting a Rs.10,000 bribe to clear a cow shed construction bill.

The Telangana High Court has issued a notice in response to a writ petition challenging the State’s decision to provide 42% reservation for Backward Classes in upcoming local body elections. The petitioners argued that the move violates the Supreme Court’s 50% cap on total reservations and lacks constitutional assent.

BRS president K. Chandrashekhar Rao paid a heartfelt tribute to freedom fighter and Telangana movement icon Konda Laxman Bapuji on his birth anniversary. Hailing him as a true Gandhian and pioneer of Telangana’s self-respect, KCR recalled their personal bond and highlighted the BRS government’s efforts to honour Bapuji’s legacy.

Telangana Assembly Speaker Gaddam Prasad Kumar will begin hearings on disqualification petitions against MLAs who defected from the BRS. The hearings, scheduled for Monday and Wednesday, will include cross-examination of both petitioners and respondents. MLAs T. Prakash Goud, Kale Yadaiah, Gudem Mahipal Reddy, and Bandla Krishnamohan Reddy are expected to appear.

Heavy inflows into an overflowing lake left several residents of Thogarpally village in Kondapur mandal stranded for two days, with no access to food, power, or safe roads. Responding to their appeals, officials arranged a boat to ferry 45 villagers to temporary shelters.

BRS MLA T. Harish Rao launched the ‘Congress Baaki Card’ campaign, accusing Chief Minister Revanth Reddy of cutting down welfare schemes and failing to deliver on pre-election promises. He likened Congress’s guarantee cards to “gossip cards” and criticised national leaders for not holding the CM accountable.

On Durga Ashtami, child prodigy Sooryagayatri performed a soul-stirring bhajan concert at MMCCC Hyderabad, organised by Paramparaa Foundation. Her devotional renditions to Ganesha, Vishnu, Rama, Krishna, and Durga left the audience deeply moved on a rainy, sacred evening

Vaarahi Silks launched its 4th store at Patny Centre, Secunderabad, with celebrities Samyukta Menon and Suma attending. To celebrate, the brand is offering a free 22ct gold coin on saree purchases above Rs 10,000. The store features festive and bridal collections