Telangana

Farmers from Malegaon, Kumbi and Lingi villages staged a road sit-in in Nirmal district on Friday, opposing the removal of motors used to draw water from Suddavagu backwaters. They fear crop losses and have urged the government to reconsider its decision.

BRS working president KT Rama Rao accused the Telangana government of worsening drought conditions by allowing more than 1,000 TMCft of Godavari and Krishna water to flow downstream. He alleged that irrigation pumps were not used despite warnings of El Niño

GMR Aero Technic has signed an MoU with Canada-based Corporation Logic Air Inc. to collaborate on aircraft modification, engineering, certification and obsolescence solutions. The partnership will target airlines, lessors and cargo operators while developing installation, training and support capabilities in India.

Farmers in Adilabad’s border villages have urged the Telangana government to announce festival relief similar to Maharashtra’s Rs 5,000 assistance for farmers in drought-hit areas. The demand comes amid deficient rainfall, crop losses, mounting debts and growing agrarian distress.

BRS working president KT Rama Rao demanded a sitting judge’s inquiry into alleged Singareni irregularities and proposed foreign coal imports. He blamed the Congress government for Telangana’s drought, alleging water wastage, declining coal production and inadequate support for distressed farmers

BRS spokesperson Manne Krishank challenged Chief Minister A Revanth Reddy to a debate over alleged links among Medicover Hospitals, Maxbien Pharma and MindVault Corporate Schools. He cited shareholdings and alleged connections, calling for a CBI probe or distribution of funds among farmers

NFHS-6 data highlights rising obesity and elevated blood sugar levels in Telangana, with women in Hyderabad particularly affected by excess weight. Public health experts stress the need for long-term preventive policies as obesity, diabetes and hypertension place growing demands on healthcare.

Cyberabad Police have urged residents travelling to their native places for Navaratri to take precautions against burglaries and vehicle thefts. The advisory recommends informing neighbours and local police, installing CCTV cameras, securing valuables and reporting suspicious activity to Dial 112.

Telangana Industries Minister D. Sridhar Babu has invited Karnataka’s industries to collaborate with the State across aerospace, biotechnology, electronics, textiles and technology. He outlined the proposed partnership at a Bengaluru roadshow ahead of the Invest Telangana Global Summit 2026.

Telangana’s peak electricity demand reached a record 20,003 MW on October 15, while daily consumption climbed to 334.54 million units. Rising agricultural, domestic, commercial and industrial needs are putting pressure on utilities, which are procuring additional power and monitoring supply.

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BRS working president KT Rama Rao has alleged that Hyderabad is emerging as a hub for shell companies in the aerospace and defence sectors. He named three firms, questioned their operations and urged Defence Minister Rajnath Singh to investigate.

Secunderabad Cantonment Board officials demolished an unauthorised function hall in Sikh Village after a court ruled in the board’s favour. The action followed a legal battle reportedly dating back to 1996, with police deployed to prevent disturbances during demolition

Farmers in Padamata Narsapuram and Kakarla villages of Telangana’s Kothagudem district have relied on vegetable cultivation for nearly three decades. They seek nearby markets and scientific farming support to reduce costs, improve yields and secure better prices for their produce

Police in Kothagudem have arrested a 39-year-old orthopaedic doctor accused of sexually assaulting a Dalit woman patient. The woman alleges he exploited her medical dependency and promised marriage. He was remanded to judicial custody following a complaint and police investigation

A DCM van hit three men who were jogging at Balemla Stage in Suryapet on Friday morning. G Saidulu died at the scene, while A Nagaraju and G Jannaiah sustained grievous injuries. Nagaraju was reported to be in critical condition

The nine-day Dasara Shopping Bonanza organised by Namasthe Telangana and Telangana Today concluded at Chennai Shopping Mall in Ameerpet on Thursday. Final-day winners were announced, while prizes were presented to Wednesday’s winners at the concluding ceremony.

The TG SAFE Drugs Wing detected discrepancies at 137 medical shops during a statewide enforcement drive against the illegal sale and diversion of habit-forming drugs. Show-cause notices were issued, and officials proposed possible suspension or cancellation of drug licences.

A 66-year-old tenant farmer in Adilabad died by suicide amid concerns over loan repayment and a potentially poor cotton yield. The death takes the district's reported farmer suicide toll to four in 10 days, prompting renewed calls for government support.

The Telangana government has reduced Dasara holidays for polytechnics to three days. The TP JAC alleges the move is retaliation for protests against GO 97, which proposed merging polytechnics with Young India Skills University under a public-private partnership.

The Telangana Chief Electoral Officer's office conducted special voter registration camps across the State on Thursday. Additional CEO Dr Vasam Venkateswar Reddy inspected camps in Jubilee Hills. Eligible electors missing from the draft roll can submit Form 6, officials said.

The Telangana Rythu Sangham has alleged irregularities in electronic weighing machines at Warangal's Enumamula agricultural market and sought action against those responsible. Following a complaint, the District Marketing Officer contacted the Weights and Measures Department to inspect all scales.

Malkajgiri Municipal Corporation Commissioner T Vinay Krishna Reddy has directed officials to prepare for possible water scarcity amid El Niño concerns. Measures include improving distribution, curbing wastage, promoting treated sewage water for construction and parks, and raising public awareness.

Cyberabad Municipal Corporation Commissioner G Srijana inspected PJR Stadium in Chandanagar and the Sports Arena near Hafeezpet Flyover on Thursday. She directed officials to maintain cleanliness, safety and accessibility at the facilities to encourage sports and healthy lifestyles.