Telangana

Bhongir MP C Kiran Kumar Reddy strongly criticised Jan Suraaj Party founder Prashant Kishor for making what he called baseless accusations against Telangana Chief Minister A Revanth Reddy. Responding to Kishor’s remarks about Bihar DNA, Reddy accused him of stoking regional sentiment for political gain.

The Telangana government has announced a fare hike on city bus services in Hyderabad, effective October 6, with increases ranging from Rs 5 to Rs 10. The revision aligns with its plan to deploy 2,800 electric buses by 2027 and reduce pollution within the Outer Ring Road.

Assembly Speaker Gaddam Prasad Kumar has completed cross-examinations of two MLAs accused of defecting from BRS to Congress. While the MLAs deny the charges, BRS advocates presented video evidence and affidavits.

Chief Minister Revanth Reddy’s remark comparing the DNA of Telangana and Bihar residents has triggered widespread criticism, including from Congress leader Kanhaiya Kumar. In a televised interview and viral video, Kumar called the statement humiliating and inappropriate, asserting that party affiliation should not shield such behavior.

BRS leader Dr RS Praveen Kumar criticized Ministers D Seethakka and Jupally Krishna Rao for neglecting the backward Sirpur (T) constituency. During his visit to Kagaznagar villages, he highlighted the lack of basic infrastructure and services, including drinking water and road connectivity.

A 26-year-old from Medipally and son of local Congress leader Enugu Ramesh Reddy, tragically died of a heart attack in London. Having moved to the UK two years ago for higher studies, he had recently secured employment and a work visa.

Pole Chandrasekhar was shot dead by an armed robber at a gas station while working part-time. His grieving family sought government help to bring back his body. BRS leader Harish Rao extended support

In a tragic incident in Ranga Reddy district, a 48-year-old woman named Yellamma was allegedly killed by her son Srikanth after she refused to give him money for alcohol. Police registered a case and are investigating the incident

Despite repeated warnings, poaching and rituals during Dasara have endangered Telangana’s State bird, the Palapitta, as hundreds were caged or tied for display. NGOs rescued a few, but enforcement remains weak even as the species faces alarming population decline.

Residents of double-bedroom houses in Rameshwarpally, Kamareddy, staged a road protest demanding drinking water after going without supply for 20 days. They alleged neglect by officials and warned of intensifying their agitation if water was not provided soon.

Former MP Anjan Kumar Yadav hit out at Minister Ponnam Prabhakar, saying the Congress high command would decide the Jubilee Hills bye-election candidate. Defending his claim, he cited his seniority and questioned why other leaders’ families could hold multiple posts.

BRS leaders, led by T Harish Rao, slammed the Congress government for stalling TIMS at LB Nagar. They highlighted ignored plans, delayed medical colleges, and unmet healthcare commitments, warning of public unrest if work doesn’t resume

The Centre has sanctioned four new Kendriya Vidyalayas for Telangana following efforts by former Khammam MP Nama Nageswara Rao. The schools will come up in Kothagudem, Mulugu, Wanaparthy, and Jagtial, raising the state’s KV count to 39.

Collector Rajarshi Shah inaugurated the Waste to Wonder exhibition in Adilabad, highlighting artefacts made by municipal staff from discarded materials. The event aims to promote environmental awareness and inspire towns to explore creative ways of reusing waste.

Sree Teja Deeti, founder of Vistar Leaf and Renavart Recyclers, received the Excellence in Plastic Recycling and Sustainability Leader Award at PolyNext 2025 in Dubai. His startups focus on eco-sustainable leaf products, e-waste recycling, and rural empowerment.

The jungle safari at Kawal Tiger Reserve in Mancherial has resumed after a July suspension. New safari tracks, additional vehicles, and bird-watching activities are drawing tourists, though revised safari and accommodation charges have increased costs for visitors.

A speeding car collided with a Wanaparthy depot TGRTC bus on National Highway 44 near Jinkalapally on Saturday. Despite the bus being full, all passengers escaped unhurt. Traffic was briefly disrupted but later cleared by police and locals.

Hyderabad police arrested Habeeb Mohammed and Mahjabeen Shareef for multiple burglaries, recovering 20 grams of gold, 720 grams of silver, 36 watches, and other valuables. Habeeb reportedly stole items at night, which Mahjabeen sold, and both shared the proceeds.

BRS leader KT Rama Rao will inaugurate the 10th FMAE National Student Motorsports Competition in Coimbatore on October 11. The event will feature 70 student teams from 101 colleges, showcasing self-built vehicles and innovations to a jury of automotive experts.

Members of the Greater Hyderabad Society for Prevention of Cruelty to Animals rescued six Indian Roller birds at four spots across Hyderabad. The birds will be released back to nature once they recover, they said

The Hyderabad Golf Association conducted the Sreenidhi University Telangana Premier Golf League 2025 players’ auction at Golconda, drafting 192 golfers into 16 teams. The league, scheduled from October 25 to November 23, promises strong competition and enthusiastic participation

Mahindra University and Apollo Healthcare Academy have signed an MoU to offer Bachelor’s programmes in Allied Health Sciences, covering specializations like anesthesia, medical laboratory, and cardiovascular technology. The curriculum combines academic rigor with clinical rotations at Apollo Hospitals for globally recognized, practice-ready graduates

A national survey led by Hyderabad cardiothoracic surgeons highlights the need to standardise treatment techniques and improve training for Acute Type A Aortic Dissection. Timely surgery is critical, and the study calls for better guidelines, infrastructure, and referral systems

Jan Suraaj Party founder Prashant Kishor has launched a scathing attack on Telangana Chief Minister A Revanth Reddy over his controversial remarks about the DNA of Bihar’s people. Kishor, visibly upset, vowed to defeat Reddy in the next Telangana elections.