Telangana

Telangana plans a one-time settlement scheme to help closed industries clear outstanding electricity dues. Deputy Chief Minister Bhatti Vikramarka has also directed officials to strengthen thermal generation, secure coal supplies and prepare for rising power demand during summer.

RGUKT-Basar has extended Dussehra holidays until further orders amid a reported drinking water shortage on campus. The university reportedly supplies 15 lakh litres daily against a requirement of 25 lakh litres, affecting plans to resume classes for students.

Telangana has directed officials to open cotton procurement centres for the 2026-27 Kharif season, stressing minimum support prices, timely purchases and payments. The State has expanded procurement facilities and introduced digital systems to improve transparency for farmers.

Chief Minister A Revanth Reddy attributed rising fine rice prices to El Nino and defended the State’s promotion of fine rice cultivation. He also cited welfare schemes and announced a Cabinet sub-committee to study the Mudiraj community’s inclusion in BC-A.

KVPS and other Dalit organisations staged a protest at the Medak Collectorate, accusing Konaipally sarpanch Manne Kalyan and his followers of attacking Dalits during Saddula Bathukamma. They sought his removal, an SC/ST Act case and action against the Panchayat Secretary.

The BRS has appointed constituency-wise in-charges across six erstwhile districts to coordinate preparations for two Graduate MLC elections in Telangana. Party working president KT Rama Rao announced the appointments, tasking leaders with mobilising workers and overseeing election-related activities.

Rangareddy has recorded 9,092 electors marked for deletion during Telangana’s Special Intensive Revision. Across 119 Assembly constituencies, 32,214 electors face removal from the final rolls, as hearings continue ahead of the November 5 deadline and November 9 publication.

BRS and Left parties staged a protest in Khammam, demanding transparent selection of Indiramma house beneficiaries. They alleged arbitrary selection and corruption, sought the dissolution of Indiramma Committees and urged priority for vulnerable families, including widows and persons with disabilities.

BRS working president KT Rama Rao urged party leaders to oppose attempts to privatise Singareni, question alleged irregularities and defend workers’ welfare. The party also discussed strengthening its affiliated union and preparing for forthcoming trade union elections.

Researchers at Hyderabad's CSIR-CCMB have identified DZIP3, a protein that detects viral RNA and activates immune defences. Published in The EMBO Journal, the study reports protection against viruses and could inform development of therapies to strengthen the body's antiviral immunity.

The planned Dasara soft launch of Warangal Super Specialty Hospital has been postponed, with a trial run to be held later. BJP and BRS leaders alleged inadequate preparations, equipment shortages and delays, while questioning the government's commitment to public healthcare.

A 55-year-old DRDO employee, Ram Mohan, died in Hyderabad after allegedly being pushed to the ground during a confrontation over alleged harassment of a young woman. Chikkadpally police registered a case following a complaint by his wife and are investigating.

Congress leaders from the erstwhile Palamuru region have urged the government to stop diverting PRLI water towards the Dindi project, warning of adverse effects on irrigation. Irrigation Minister N. Uttam Kumar Reddy promised discussions with officials to address their concerns.

IIT Hyderabad has introduced a one-credit elective on goodness, character and human flourishing. Open to undergraduate students, the seven-session course explores personal responsibility, different dimensions of well-being and the idea of success beyond income and professional achievement.

Former Husnabad MLA V. Sathish Kumar accused police of filing false cases against five BRS workers over the alleged burning of flexi banners in Siddipet district. He visited the village and vowed legal support, alleging ministerial interference in the cases.

HMWSSB is exploring a Green Water filling station in Kokapet to supply treated water for non-potable uses. The initiative aims to reduce demand on drinking water sources, with proposed real-time quality monitoring and controls on tanker filling.

CPI(M) Politburo member BV Raghavulu has urged the Central and State governments to provide immediate assistance to farmers facing severe paddy and cotton losses in Nalgonda. He also sought employment guarantee works to address growing financial distress and rural employment challenges.

Medical associations in Telangana have condemned the detention of Foreign Medical Graduate interns protesting for stipends and fair treatment. They have demanded the interns’ release, called for dialogue with authorities and sought equal pay and dignity for all medical interns.

A waiter, Sandeep, died while undergoing treatment at Osmania General Hospital after allegedly being attacked by a fellow waiter at a function hall in Dabeerpura. Police are investigating the altercation, which reportedly took place on Wednesday night.

Hyderabad Art Week will run from October 26 to November 1, bringing together four city galleries for exhibitions, talks, open studios and interactive sessions. The inaugural event will feature solo shows, emerging artists and curated exhibitions across Hyderabad.

Telangana's drought concerns have renewed focus on Kaleshwaram's role in storing and distributing Godavari water. Damage to Medigadda and low reservoir levels have constrained the system, while the BRS urges the government to use available river flows to protect crops.

Hyderabad-linked venture capital fund haf.vc has invested Rs 3 crore in Hunar.AI, a conversational AI company focused on frontline workforce management. The funding will support infrastructure, product development, sales and expansion of its multilingual AI hiring and engagement solutions.

byteXL’s HacXLerate 2026 has received 4,000 registrations from more than 800 teams across 40 colleges in 10 States. The hackathon features industry-linked challenges in AI, campus analytics, digital risk protection and personal health, with potential career opportunities for top teams.

The Telangana government has entrusted HGCL with the Southern part of the Regional Ring Road amid allegations of tender irregularities and protests over land acquisition. The alignment awaits NHAI approval, while tenders for the Northern stretch face repeated extensions pending clearances.