Telangana

Farmers in Telangana are installing wooden perches in paddy fields to attract birds that feed on crop pests. The practice, encouraged by agriculture officials and highlighted in a viral farming vlog, could reduce pesticide use and promote eco-friendly farming.

The shortage of LPG for non-domestic use has led to a rise in demand and prices of firewood in Hyderabad. Restaurants, bakeries and caterers are increasingly turning to firewood as an alternative fuel to keep their kitchens running.

Demand for induction stoves is rising sharply in Hyderabad as households seek alternatives to gas stoves amid the prolonged Middle East crisis. Retail stores and online platforms are struggling to meet demand, while manufacturers increase production and prices begin to climb.

The State Transport Department has made QR code-based reflective tapes and rear marking plates mandatory for transport vehicles from March 20 to reduce night-time accidents. Vehicles without QR-verified tapes will not receive fitness certificates after a three-month grace period.

Two fruit vendors were killed after a speeding truck hit them at Narayanapuram village in Sathupally mandal on Thursday. The victims were travelling towards Sathupally after purchasing guavas when the truck struck them near the Anjaneya Swamy temple.

Kangti police have installed warning boards across the mandal to alert prospective land buyers after several real estate fraud cases surfaced in Narayankhed constituency. Buyers, particularly from Hyderabad, have been urged to verify land records before purchasing property.

A woman posing as a doctor allegedly injected a patient and stole gold ornaments weighing around 10 tolas at a corporate hospital in Secunderabad. The victim was found unconscious by relatives. Police have registered a case and are analysing CCTV footage.

The Secunderabad Cantonment Board has received Rs 8.70 crore as service charges from the Army to address financial constraints and meet salary and pension liabilities. The allocation is part of ₹82.33 crore released to 17 cantonment boards across India.

The GHMC has announced a 90 per cent rebate on pending property taxes under a one-time settlement scheme until March 31. Taxpayers can clear their dues through the GHMC website, MyGHMC app, Mee Seva centres, and Citizen Service Centres.

Facing space shortage for academic activities, JNAFAU has asked the State government to direct TGCHE to vacate its rented campus building. The move follows the Council’s request to transfer 1,500 square yards of land along with the existing building

A speeding car lost control on the outskirts of Medak town, crashing into a passenger auto and two motorcycles. Several people, including the auto driver and riders, sustained serious injuries, with a few reported to be critical.

T-Hub has partnered with JETRO to support Japanese startups, corporates and investors entering the Indian market while helping Indian startups expand into Japan. The collaboration will focus on deeptech, AI, mobility and manufacturing through exchange programmes, innovation partnerships and investor connections.

Hyderabad Task Force and Chilkalguda police arrested three persons for allegedly smuggling ganja in the city. Police seized 11.53 kg of ganja and three mobile phones. The accused reportedly sourced the drugs from an Odisha supplier and sold them to local customers.

The Supreme Court has closed hearings on petitions filed by the Bharat Rashtra Samithi (BRS) seeking disqualification of MLAs who defected to the ruling Congress. The decision came after the Assembly Speaker informed the court that he had completed the inquiry and delivered his verdict, dismissing petitions against 10 MLAs for lack of evidence.

Chief Minister A Revanth Reddy inaugurated the Netflix Eyeline facility in Hyderabad, describing both Netflix and the city as “glocal” --- global yet local. He highlighted Hyderabad’s cultural openness and Netflix’s transformation into a global entertainment leader.

BRS working president KT Rama Rao has written to Union Petroleum Minister Hardeep Singh Puri highlighting a severe shortage of commercial LPG cylinders in Telangana. He warned that nearly 90 per cent of hotels and eateries in Hyderabad could shut down within 48 hours if supply is not restored.

Two persons were killed and 19 others injured when a van carrying a marriage party overturned after a tyre burst at Kondapur village in Nirmal rural mandal on Thursday. Seventeen others sustained minor injuries, while two remain in critical condition and were referred to RIMS, Adilabad.

A 28-year-old government job aspirant allegedly died by suicide in Lambadithanda village, Kasipet mandal, Mancherial district. In a note, he expressed regret at not being able to fulfil his wish of supporting his parents.

BRS working president KT Rama Rao visited the residence of late Union Minister Kavuri Sambasivara Rao in Hyderabad to pay his last respects and console the bereaved family. Accompanied by senior leaders, he recalled Sambasivara Rao’s contributions during the Telangana movement, particularly his visit to Sircilla as Union Textile Minister to interact with loom workers.

Over 5,000 newly appointed licensed surveyors in Telangana met BRS working president KT Rama Rao, alleging that the Congress government had failed to provide them work or salaries despite issuing licences months ago. The delegation demanded immediate work allotment, allowances, and a transparent policy.

A Revanth Reddy directed all Telangana government departments to purchase only electric vehicles to curb pollution and promote clean mobility. The Chief Minister also proposed a modern bus terminal at Shamshabad and discussed upcoming high-speed rail corridors from Hyderabad

Actor Anand Deverakonda shared a video of newlyweds Vijay Deverakonda and Rashmika Mandanna dancing with friends after their wedding. The clip, featuring a song from Anand’s upcoming film, quickly gained attention on social media

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