Telangana

SBI Life Insurance organised a breast cancer awareness programme, ‘Thanks A Dot’, at Osmania University College of Science in Hyderabad. The event featured interactive sessions led by Ravindra Sharma of SBI Life and Dr. Sowmya from Apollo Hospitals, engaging over 70 postgraduate students.

Government Nursing College students in Medak staged a protest over poor hostel facilities, citing lack of sanitation, unsafe conditions and inadequate food. Officials took them to the Collector’s office, where assurances were given that their grievances would be addressed soon

A man in Warangal allegedly murdered his pregnant wife and two daughters driven by desire for a male child and a relationship with a minor girl. Police arrested multiple accused involved in illegal gender tests and abortions

Telangana has officially been declared free of Maoist armed activity following the surrender of 42 CPI (Maoist) cadres, including senior commanders, to the state police. The cadres handed over 36 firearms, over 1,000 rounds of ammunition, and 800 grams of gold. DGP B Shivadhar Reddy confirmed that cumulative surrenders since 2024 have neutralised the PLGA in the state.

Seven third year MBBS students of Kakatiya Medical College, Warangal, were suspended and expelled from the hostel for allegedly ragging juniors after a dispute over WhatsApp comments, with complaints filed to NMC, KNRUHS and police authorities

The TGBIE will announce the 2026 intermediate public examination results on April 12, with Chief Minister A Revanth Reddy releasing them. Over 9.97 lakh students appeared for the exams held between February 25 and March 18 across 1,495 centres.

Former NITI Aayog CEO Amitabh Kant stressed the need for India to achieve energy independence amid global tensions, urging expansion of non-fossil fuel capacity, battery storage and critical minerals processing while addressing students at GITAM University

GMR Hyderabad International Airport has launched ‘Hyderabad Streat’, a new culinary destination celebrating Telangana’s rich food culture. The concept offers travellers an authentic taste of Hyderabad through traditional dishes, street food and regional flavours designed for modern airport dining.

Delays in the centralised tendering process and pending student measurements may force students in Telangana government schools to begin the academic year 2026-27 in old uniforms, with concerns also raised over deadlines, payments and supply timelines.

Telangana has been declared free of Maoist armed activity after 42 CPI (Maoist) cadres, including top commanders, surrendered before police. Authorities recovered 36 firearms, ammunition and gold, marking a major breakthrough in counter-insurgency operations across the State.

A 17-year-old boy from Bihar was allegedly killed by his co-worker following a dispute at a juice centre in Tolichowki. The accused, Mofil, was arrested by Mehdipatnam police and remanded to judicial custody after the victim succumbed to injuries.

Tollywood actor Sai Dharam Tej on Friday visited the Vemulawada temple and offered prayers to Bheemeshwara Swamy. He also performed special pujas before proceeding to the Kondagattu Anjaneyaswamy temple, where he had darshan.

An ACB trap in Adilabad’s Boath mandal led to the arrest of a forest range officer and junior assistant while allegedly accepting a Rs 15,000 bribe. The duo reportedly demanded Rs 40,000 to clear a Haritha Haram-related bill.

A young woman from Medchal-Malkajgiri district died by suicide after allegedly being assaulted and injected with blood by her former fiancé following a cancelled engagement. The accused has been arrested, and police have registered a case and are investigating.

A woman from Ghanpur Lingapur village allegedly attempted to kill her husband with her lover in Pocharam after her extramarital affair came to light. The duo attacked him with sticks while he was asleep. Police arrested the woman; co-accused is absconding.

A man from Nagole was allegedly blackmailed in a suspected honey-trap case in Vanasthalipuram after intimate videos were secretly recorded. The accused reportedly demanded Rs 25 lakh. Police have registered a case and are investigating the incident.

Jubilee Hills police arrested a man accused of cheating a married woman of nearly Rs 1 crore by claiming to possess supernatural powers. The suspect allegedly targeted wealthy women on social media and remained absconding for four years.

Jubilee Hills police arrested a burglary suspect who attempted to hide stolen diamond rings in garbage at his residence. The accused, identified as Anand Mukhiya, is believed to be part of a Bihar-based gang. Stolen property worth Rs 14 lakh was recovered.

A delegation from Ameerpet Gurudwara Sahib invited BRS working president K.T. Rama Rao to attend the Khalsa Sajna Divas or Vaisakhi celebrations on April 14. The event in Ameerpet is expected to draw over 8,000 devotees.

The Telangana government has increased Dearness Allowance for TGSRTC employees by 2.1 per cent, raising it to 52.8 per cent with effect from January 1, 2026. The decision will benefit employees statewide and add a monthly financial burden of Rs 2.82 crore.

Hyderabad police have begun conducting drug tests on rowdy-sheeters following a rise in criminal activities. Of the 250 individuals screened so far, around 190 tested positive for marijuana, prompting authorities to intensify action against narcotics suppliers in the city.

Kakatiya Medical College, Warangal suspended seven third-year MBBS students for six months and expelled them from the hostel after they allegedly ragged juniors, following complaints lodged with authorities and police over the incident

A 56-year-old social worker from Warangal, EV Satish Kumar, was declared brain dead following an intracranial bleed. His family consented to donate his liver and lungs under the State-run Jeevandan programme, helping save multiple lives.

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