Telangana

A Common Services Centre operator was arrested in Adilabad for allegedly attempting to alter the age of an Aadhaar card holder using fake certificates in exchange for money. In a separate incident, a journalist was arrested for allegedly extorting a jowar trader.

BRS general secretary RS Praveen Kumar challenged Chief Minister A Revanth Reddy to a public debate over GO No. 17, alleging it favours select private companies. He demanded disclosure of related files and questioned the transparency of the tendering process.

The Mehdipatnam suitcase murder, one of Hyderabad’s most perplexing cold cases, remains unsolved 16 years after a woman’s body was found inside an abandoned suitcase. Despite extensive investigations, forensic analysis and interstate searches, neither the victim nor the perpetrators have been identified

Students of a government primary school in Moosa Bowli are allegedly exposed to an electrocution risk following the installation of an electrical transformer near the school gate. School authorities and parents have urged GHMC and power officials to conduct an immediate safety inspection.

Online services of the Stamps and Registration Department in Hyderabad will remain suspended from June 26 to 28 due to scheduled server maintenance. Services will resume on June 29, with disruption limited to one working day.

Born with Osteogenesis Imperfecta, a rare genetic disorder, Adilabad resident Tembekar Venkataramana overcame severe physical challenges to build a successful career in digital marketing. Now a team leader, he mentors aspiring professionals and inspires youngsters through his determination.

Tension gripped Dilsukhnagar after police allegedly detained Telangana State Unemployed JAC leaders ahead of Chief Minister Revanth Reddy’s Van Mahotsav visit. The organisation condemned the action and reiterated demands for filling police vacancies, raising the recruitment age limit and withdrawing GO 46.

The Telangana government has requested the Indian Consulate General in Turkey to trace Bokka Rajashree, a young woman from Medchal-Malkajgiri district who went missing during transit at Istanbul Airport while returning from the US. Rajashree, who had opted for wheelchair assistance, failed to board her connecting flight to Muscat.

Despite a monsoon-season ban on road-cutting works issued by the MA&UD Department, civic bodies in Hyderabad continue infrastructure and desilting projects. Residents have raised concerns over delayed flood-mitigation works, warning that several localities remain vulnerable to flooding this year.

BRS working president KT Rama Rao and senior leader T Harish Rao visited the Sircilla government hospital on Thursday, interacted with food poisoning patients and attendants, and directed doctors to ensure better treatment.

The EAGLE Force seized 500 kg of ganja during an inter-state operation in Odisha after tracking a suspect vehicle for nearly 80 km. Although the driver escaped, police recovered 115 packets of contraband and handed the case to Koraput police.

The Malkajgiri police arrested three Odisha natives and seized 51 kilograms of ganja along with a car at Abdullapurmet. The accused were allegedly transporting the contraband to Ghatkesar on the instructions of an absconding suspect identified as Sagar.

Porsche India, in partnership with EVM Premium Cars, has inaugurated its largest facility in India in Hyderabad. The integrated centre combines sales, service and spare parts operations, strengthens the brand’s presence in a key market and expands its national network.

Elanpro and the Hospitality Consultants Forum organised Saksham in Hyderabad, bringing together over 140 hospitality professionals. The seminar focused on safety, compliance and sustainability, offering expert insights into LPG safety, food regulations, fire prevention technologies and operational best practices.

A free Kathak workshop organised by Naad Bhed – The Dance Studio drew nearly 160 students and teachers in Hyderabad. Held to commemorate Dr Puru Dadhich’s 88th birth anniversary, the event featured rare compositions and celebrated the rich heritage of Kathak.

The Telangana government has operationalised the Directorate of Secondary Health, replacing the Telangana Vaidya Vidhana Parishad and bringing nearly 180 district-level hospitals under direct government control. The reform is expected to improve administration, staffing, infrastructure development and financial management.

The redevelopment of Hitec City Railway Station under the Amrit Bharat Station Scheme is nearing completion. Executed at a cost of Rs 35.61 crore, the project introduces modern passenger amenities, improved accessibility, upgraded infrastructure and enhanced connectivity for Hyderabad’s IT corridor.

A woman allegedly killed her husband following a heated argument at Ram Singh thanda in Gudur mandal of Mahabubabad district. Police said family disputes led to the incident. A case has been registered against the accused and an investigation is underway.

Police registered a case under the POCSO Act against 10 persons in Annapureddipalle mandal of Kothagudem district for allegedly harassing two minors. The accused reportedly assaulted a boy, verbally abused a girl and allegedly behaved indecently towards her.

BRS working president KT Rama Rao urged students to draw inspiration from former Prime Minister PV Narasimha Rao's life and achievements during a visit to a school in Begumpet. He inaugurated a mid-day meal programme and assured support for the school's future development.

BRS leader T Jeevan Reddy alleged large-scale irregularities in paddy procurement, claiming farmers incurred losses while rice millers benefited. He demanded a probe into the alleged Rs 1,000-crore scam and criticised the government's policies on paddy cultivation, fertilisers and farmer welfare.

Axis Bank and BITS Pilani have signed an MoU to establish the Axis Bank–BITS Industry Research, Technology and Innovation Park. Supported by a Rs 100 crore CSR grant, the facility will promote deep-tech research, healthcare innovation, startups and industry-academia collaboration.

The FSSAI has directed restaurants to use only food-grade, corrosion-resistant cutting equipment and maintain strict hygiene standards. Food safety authorities across States and Union Territories have been asked to ensure compliance, with violations attracting action under food safety laws.

The Healthcare Reforms Doctors Association has urged the Telangana government to introduce a five-year renewal cycle for MTP and PCPNDT/Sterilization Centre registrations. The association said annual renewals create unnecessary paperwork, compliance costs and administrative delays for healthcare institutions.