Telangana

TGSRTC has launched a pilot CCTV surveillance system in 175 buses in the Adilabad region under its ‘Bussullo Bharosa’ initiative. The system aims to enhance passenger safety, monitor driver behaviour and assist police investigations through real-time surveillance and recorded footage.

Severe heat wave conditions continued across the erstwhile Adilabad district for the fourth consecutive day, with temperatures crossing 46 degrees C in several mandals. At least 10 people reportedly died of sunstroke in Adilabad, Mancherial, Nirmal and Kumram Bheem Asifabad districts

The IMD has forecast the onset of pre-monsoon thundershowers across Telangana from May 28, bringing relief from the ongoing heatwave. Temperatures are expected to remain high until Wednesday before falling by 2–3°C, with thunderstorms and gusty winds likely statewide.

Dubbak MLA Kotha Prabhakar Reddy alleged that delays in paddy procurement had pushed farmers into distress in Medak district. After visiting procurement centres, he accused rice mills and the Congress government of negligence, claiming farmers suffered health issues and financial losses

Former Minister S Niranjan Reddy alleged large-scale irregularities in paddy procurement and transport contracts in Wanaparthy. He demanded MSP procurement for damaged paddy, sought a Vigilance inquiry into tender allotments, and warned of BRS protests over delayed justice in Sridhar Reddy’s murder case

A Telangana woman and her two daughters, stranded in Bahrain due to visa overstay and the absence of a birth certificate for the younger child, finally returned to Hyderabad after intervention by the Indian Embassy, MHA and expatriate support organisations.

Hyderabad police formed multiple special teams to investigate the killing of advocate Khaja Moizuddin, who was allegedly run over by a speeding car in Nampally. Investigators are analysing CCTV footage, vehicle ownership records and mobile phone data to identify the suspects.

GHMC, CMC and MMC have intensified monsoon preparedness works, including desilting nalas, strengthening retaining walls and improving flood safety measures across Hyderabad. Officials aim to prevent waterlogging and urban flooding as the city braces for the upcoming rainy season.

Cyberabad police imposed traffic restrictions at Novopan Junction on NH-65 due to ongoing Vehicle Underpass construction works. Diversions for commuters travelling between Sangareddy and Patancheru came into effect on Sunday and will continue until the completion of the project.

Hyderabad traffic police announced temporary diversions at Mehdipatnam and along the PVNR Expressway due to skywalk construction and CCTV pole erection works. The restrictions will remain in force from Sunday evening until Monday morning, affecting traffic towards RGIA, Masab Tank and Rethibowli.

Raidurgam police booked four youngsters for dangerous driving in Knowledge City under Cyberabad limits after a late-night interception on Niloufer Road. A police constable sustained hand injuries while attempting to stop the speeding car. The accused were later taken into custody.

Malkajgiri traffic police booked 227 persons during weekend drunk driving enforcement drives. Most offenders were two-wheeler riders, while 10 individuals recorded Blood Alcohol Concentration levels above 300 mg/100 ml. All accused will appear before the court in connection with the cases.

Police in Sangareddy district uncovered an alleged murder conspiracy involving a woman and her lover after investigating a missing person complaint. The accused allegedly killed the woman’s husband, buried the body in a farm field and attempted to mislead investigators.

Two youngsters died after their motorcycle rammed into a roadside tree near Kondapur in Sangareddy district early Sunday. The victims, returning from temple jathara festivities in Machepally, were not wearing helmets and sustained fatal head injuries in the crash.

Historians and heritage experts have identified a rare Kakatiya-era granite sculpture depicting Emperor Ganapatideva, his wife Somaladevi and royal preceptor Visveswara Sivacharya at Totapalli village in Siddipet district, marking the first such identification of the royal couple in Telangana.

Addressing the party meeting in Amberpet on Sunday, Rama Rao said the State Cabinet had decided to replace existing electricity meters with prepaid meters across rural and urban areas, including agricultural connections.

Official estimates indicate Telangana’s GSDP growth has slowed after the Congress government assumed office, compared to the high-growth phase witnessed under the previous BRS regime. Economists warn that continued moderation could impact employment generation, investments, tax revenues and future welfare expenditure.

Poor families in Telangana are facing difficulties in availing benefits under the Kalyana Lakshmi and Shaadi Mubarak schemes due to delays in processing applications and fund allocation. Expenditure under the welfare schemes has significantly declined across Minority, SC and ST departments.

The Telangana government has decided to procure additional maize, jowar and sunflower stocks following protests by farmers and Opposition parties over procurement delays. The State allocated additional funds for procurement after the Centre failed to respond to repeated appeals for assistance.

Doctors at AINU, Banjara Hills, successfully removed a 20 cm pumpkin-sized kidney tumour from a 53-year-old patient from Kurnool. The complex surgery involved an open radical nephrectomy. Post-operation, the patient recovered well, with tests confirming the tumour was cancerous.

A youngster, Jasti Srinidh, was found hanging under suspicious circumstances near LMD on the outskirts of Karimnagar. With his hands reportedly tied, police suspect possible foul play and have launched an investigation into whether it is a case of murder.

Six people died of suspected sunstroke in the erstwhile Adilabad district amid severe heatwave conditions, with temperatures crossing 46°C in several mandals. The deaths occurred across farm fields, worksites and towns, highlighting rising health risks during extreme summer conditions.

The BC Study Circle in Siddipet will organise a four-day Artificial Intelligence workshop from May 27 to equip students with emerging technology skills. Students from Class 10 to postgraduate level can enrol. MLA T. Harish Rao urged participation.

Tension prevailed in Kosgi municipality in Kodangal constituency after residents alleged that Congress workers carried out demolitions of commercial establishments despite a court stay order. The incident sparked protests, heated arguments and allegations of unauthorised action during road widening works.