Telangana

Lorry drivers staged a protest at the Toopran godown in Medak, alleging delays in paddy unloading and preferential treatment for politically recommended vehicles. Farmers also accused officials of illegal weight deductions and collecting excessive hamali charges during paddy procurement operations

Telangana Rythu Sangham leaders opposed the proposed Rythu Discom and installation of smart prepaid meters for irrigation connections, alleging that the State government was implementing Central power sector reforms that could pave the way for privatisation of electricity distribution services.

Nature enthusiasts spotted the rare Forsten’s cat snake in the Kanakagiri hills spread across Khammam and Kothagudem districts. The sighting is believed to be the first recorded instance in Telangana and highlights the rich biodiversity of the Puligundala reserve forest range

Two persons, including a farm labourer and a daily wage earner, died of suspected sunstroke in Adilabad and Mancherial districts on Friday. The victims fell ill while working outdoors and were rushed to hospitals, where they succumbed during treatment

A 38-year-old panchayat worker, Jogu Sangeetha, who had gone missing four days ago, was found dead under suspicious circumstances on the outskirts of Degulvadi village in Sangareddy district. Police registered a case and shifted the body for postmortem examination

Farmers have raised concerns after the State government reduced the list of fine variety paddy seeds eligible for the Rs 500 bonus from 33 to eight. Growers fear the move may gradually end the incentive scheme despite higher cultivation risks and costs.

A 14-year-old boy drowned in the Penganga river at Sangidi village in Bela mandal of Adilabad district on Friday while taking a dip as part of a family religious ritual. Police retrieved the body with the help of expert swimmers

Internal differences have surfaced within the BJP in Sangareddy, with senior leaders questioning the functioning of district president Godavari and MLC Ch Anji Reddy. Discontent over leadership decisions and plans to contest from Patancheru has reportedly widened divisions within the party

A Hyderabad court sentenced five Nepali nationals to seven days in jail for harassing a woman near Nizam College PG Hostel on May 27. The Abid Road police arrested the accused, who were later convicted by the Nampally court on Friday.

Political developments in Karnataka have delayed Telangana’s cabinet expansion, leaving aspirants for ministerial berths in suspense. With the Congress high command prioritising Karnataka, the Telangana leadership is expected to take up cabinet-related discussions only after the situation stabilises.

Farmers in Laggama village of Kumram Bheem Asifabad district set their paddy produce on fire protesting delays in procurement and alleged quality deductions. Police and officials intervened, promising to expedite procurement and resolve transportation issues at the earliest.

Osmania University College of Engineering has signed an agreement with Pragya Cyber to establish a Cyber Security Centre of Excellence on campus. The initiative aims to bridge academia and industry, enhancing AI-driven cybersecurity training, research and workforce readiness.

Researchers at IIT Madras have developed an injectable hydrogel that delivers antifibrotic drugs in a sustained manner, potentially replacing prolonged treatments with a single dose. The innovation, derived from silk and seaweed biomaterials, could significantly reduce treatment costs for chronic fibrosis.

The IMD has forecast a below-normal Southwest Monsoon for 2026, with Telangana likely to receive deficient rainfall and a sluggish onset in June. The report also warns of continued heatwave conditions in isolated pockets despite the official monsoon season beginning.

Hyderabad Police have arrested six persons, including a Congress leader and his son, for allegedly conspiring to murder senior advocate Khaja Moizuddin by staging it as a road accident. Investigators suspect the killing is linked to a land dispute case.

A major fire broke out at a car mechanic shed in Jeedimetla on Friday, causing panic among locals. Fire personnel rushed to the spot and brought the blaze under control. A car parked inside the shed was gutted, while police suspect a short circuit triggered the fire.

Police have registered a case at the Jubilee Hills police station in connection with the case involving Chandrashekhar Azad alias Arjun, who allegedly deceived young girls on instagram

Cyberabad EOW booked Rohit Infra directors for duping investors with fake buyback promises and high-return schemes. A complainant alleged losing ₹43.75 lakh, while 11 investors together lost ₹4.52 crore. Police registered a case and launched investigation into the fraud

Two bus accidents in Hyderabad’s Dilsukhnagar and Punjagutta caused traffic chaos Friday, though no injuries were reported. The incidents, following recent crashes in Hayathnagar and LB Nagar, reignited concerns over reckless driving, overspeeding, and road safety in the city

Chief Minister A Revanth Reddy said the Congress government drew inspiration from former Chief Minister NT Rama Rao’s welfare-oriented governance, comparing several Congress schemes with initiatives launched during the TDP founder’s tenure while unveiling NTR’s statue in Hyderabad

A youth from Reddypalem village in Bhadrachalam lost his Rs 50,000 smartphone to an online fraudster posing as a doctor. The accused gained the victim’s trust during an OLX deal before disappearing with the mobile phone using a fake debit card

TGIIC’s e-auction of a 6.29-acre land parcel at Knowledge City, Raidurg fetched a record Rs 237 crore per acre, generating nearly Rs 1,490 crore overall. Officials said the auction reflected strong investor confidence in Telangana’s growing real estate and investment ecosystem

A farmer in Yadadri Bhongir district staged a unique protest against delays in paddy procurement by pushing sacks on a cart from Kolanupaka to Alair market yard. He alleged government negligence and exploitation of farmers by middlemen and millers

Stubble burning in Khammam district led to a narrow escape for TGO Association leader Eluri Srinivas Rao after a burnt roadside tree fell on his car, causing it to overturn. The incident highlights growing safety risks from crop residue burning