Telangana

AIMIM president Asaduddin Owaisi has urged voters in Telangana to take the upcoming Special Intensive Revision of electoral rolls seriously and cooperate with Booth Level Officers. He also criticised restrictions on offering namaz on roads, calling for uniform standards.

NFHS-6 data reveals Telangana is grappling with a dual public health challenge of persistent child malnutrition and rising obesity-related diseases. While stunting has declined, poor dietary quality, increasing diabetes, hypertension and overweight prevalence are emerging as major health concerns.

Hyderabad’s Et-Si café has introduced a Japanese-inspired ice block experience where beverages are served in crystal-clear frozen glasses. The concept, inspired by Tokyo cafés, offers evolving flavours as the ice melts, blending desserts and drinks into a unique summer attraction.

A private travel bus from Hyderabad to Kakinada caught fire near Peddakaparthi village in Nalgonda district. All 36 passengers were safely evacuated by the driver and cleaner before the vehicle was gutted. Officials suspect a short circuit may have caused the blaze.

The Telangana Health Department has invited government doctors to submit grievances or requests regarding ongoing transfers by May 31, 2026. The department has made it clear that only online submissions will be accepted through designated portals, with no extensions allowed.

A 25-year-old man allegedly killed his wife following an argument over an unfulfilled bike promise by her parents and later died by suicide in a mango orchard near Rampur Thanda in Sangareddy district. Police have registered a case and are investigating

A 60-year-old man allegedly killed his wife before dying by suicide in Mandepalli village of Rajanna-Sircilla district on Friday evening. Police suspect a family dispute behind the incident, though the exact cause is yet to be confirmed. An investigation is underway

Telangana Chief Minister A Revanth Reddy raised concerns over the Special Intensive Revision of electoral rolls, warning that Dalits, minorities, women and migrant workers could lose voting rights. He directed Congress leaders to closely monitor the process across constituencies

SCCL CMD Dr Buddhaprakash Jyoti reviewed coal production and safety measures at Ramagundam-I area, inaugurated a man riding system at GDK-11 Incline, and emphasized balancing employee welfare with productivity and efficiency during interactions with workers and senior officials

Telangana SC and ST Welfare Minister Adluri Laxman Kumar directed officials to resolve delays and disputes in the installation of statues of social reformers, including Ambedkar and Phule. He asked departments to coordinate and avoid unnecessary cases against community leaders

The Telangana government’s Finland tour appears to have reinforced existing ideas rather than producing fresh insights for vocational education reform

A 48-year-old farmer allegedly attempted suicide by consuming pesticide at a paddy procurement centre in Medak district after waiting several days for procurement. He is currently critical. Officials have launched an inquiry into the incident

A labourer in Mahabubabad district faced difficulty marking attendance under the MGNREGS scheme after the facial recognition app failed to identify him following a head tonsure. The worker eventually used charcoal and a hairpiece to make the system recognise him

The Supreme Court extended the deadline for in-service teachers to qualify in the TET till August 31, 2028, while rejecting exemption for teachers appointed before August 23, 2010. The court also directed States to conduct TET examinations at least twice a year.

Karimnagar police brought PMJ jewellery showroom dacoity mastermind Subodh Singh from Bihar’s Purnia jail on a PT warrant and produced him before a local court. Police have sought his custody for further investigation into the sensational robbery case that took place on May 5

Former Minister G Jagadish Reddy accused the Congress government of attempting to weaken welfare schemes introduced during the BRS regime, including free electricity for farmers. He also alleged plans to privatise the power sector and criticised the handling of student-related issues.

The Telangana government released Rs 2,000 crore in the first phase of clearing pending employee dues, including GPF and commutation dues. The government assured that the remaining Rs 4,000 crore would be cleared within the promised 100-day timeline.

Telangana Farmers’ Commission Chairman M Kodanda Reddy triggered controversy after stating that farmers required only three hours of electricity supply for agricultural operations. Opposition parties and farmers’ organisations criticised the remarks, alleging they signalled attempts to weaken the 24-hour free power scheme.

BRS leader T Harish Rao accused the Congress government of reducing the rabi paddy procurement target and misleading farmers with false claims. He alleged procurement delays, inadequate lifting of produce and payment issues while demanding immediate procurement of all paddy stocks.

Sidhivinayak of Victory Playground clinched first place in the boys' 14-year floor exercise at the GHMC Summer Coaching Camp Gymnastics Competition in Ameerpet. The event saw young athletes across multiple age categories competing in floor exercise and bridge balance

BRS leader T Harish Rao criticised Telangana Farmers' Commission chairman Kodanda Reddy for stating that three hours of electricity supply was enough for farmers. He alleged that the Congress government was attempting to weaken the 24-hour free power supply system introduced during the BRS regime.

Despite the June 1 deadline for the transfer process, several department heads in Telangana are yet to begin the exercise, prompting criticism from TGEJAC leaders, who warned that delays could create salary-related issues for employees due to Finance Department queries.

Police arrested four persons from Adilabad town for allegedly hunting wild animals near Chinna Mannur village. Knives, snares, motorcycles and a mobile phone were seized. The accused reportedly hunted deer and wild boar to consume and sell the meat illegally.

Farmers at Laggama village in Dahegaon mandal burnt paddy bags to protest delays in the procurement process and deductions allegedly imposed by officials. Police later doused the flames, while authorities assured farmers that procurement would be expedited and transportation arranged