Telangana

The 39th IGNOU convocation at Hyderabad Regional Centre awarded 2,815 degrees, diplomas, and certificates. The Centre serves all 33 Telangana districts, plans a new AIIMS Bibinagar centre, and contributes to 2,99,092 awards nationwide under innovative educational programs.

BRS legislator Padi Kaushik Reddy staged a 24-hour deeksha at Ambedkar Chowk in Huzurabad to oppose the government’s plan to set up a waste-to-energy dumping yard near Sirsapalli village. Despite police restrictions on tents, thousands of villagers gathered under the scorching sun to support the protest.

Restoration of the Medigadda barrage under KLIS faces delays due to disputes over responsibility, pending geotechnical studies and cost escalation. Officials indicate repair work may not begin before next year, raising concerns over project delays and impact on farmers

During his tour of Nirmal and Adilabad districts, Telangana Chief Minister A Revanth Reddy refrained from addressing issues at RGUKT-Basar, despite spending hours at the Sri Gnana Saraswathi Devasthanam for personal and redevelopment activities.

Two men from Utnoor, Telangana, were arrested for allegedly cheating 25 people of Rs 1.19 crore by promising stock market profits. Police seized phones, bank passbooks, and property documents; the accused confessed to using the money to buy houses and plots.

Hyderabad Narcotics Enforcement Wing, along with local police, arrested six individuals for drug trafficking, seizing Rs 63.65 lakh worth of MDMA, hash oil, ecstasy, cannabis, LSD, and assets. Suspects reportedly used social media and encrypted apps to evade detection.

ICMAI Hyderabad Chapter felicitated top-ranking students, including Deepansh Agarwal and Cheekatla Suguna Chandrika. BHEL GM PV Arun Kumar shared industry insights. The event also marked the December 2025 batch’s completion of the Advanced Skill Training Programme for newly qualified Cost Accountants.

Telangana is set to face heatwave conditions from April 9, with temperatures soaring up to 44°C in 12 districts. The IMD attributes the sudden rise to fading Western disturbances and predicts above-normal summer heat across the southern peninsula.

Life is Strange: Reunion brings back Max and Chloe but struggles with a weak story and reduced player choice impact. Despite strong visuals and nostalgia, the game feels disconnected and fails to match the emotional depth of earlier titles.

AstraZeneca Pharma India has partnered with the Telangana State Health Department to implement AI-powered lung cancer screening in 20 government hospitals. The initiative aims for early detection, triaging high-risk patients, and improving lung health outcomes in both urban and rural areas.

The Young Entrepreneurs Association announced its new leadership at AGM 2026, appointing RC Rahul as President for 2026–27. The organisation continues to foster networking, knowledge sharing, and growth among around 100 entrepreneurs across various sectors.

A bomb threat email caused panic at the All India Radio station in Hyderabad. Police and bomb squads conducted searches but found no explosives. Authorities have launched an investigation to identify the sender of the hoax message.

Narayanguda Police arrested an interstate burglar near Secunderabad Railway Station while he was allegedly planning another theft. The accused was linked to earlier house burglaries and multiple offences across Telangana, Delhi, and West Bengal.

Rapid urbanisation reduced sparrow populations in Hyderabad, but the ‘Bring Back Sparrow’ campaign by AWCS has helped revive numbers. With nest boxes and community support, nearly 20,000 sparrows have returned, improving urban biodiversity and ecological balance.

Hyderabad has strengthened women’s safety through initiatives like SHE Teams, Bharosa Centres, and safety apps. Combining policing, technology, and awareness, authorities aim to prevent harassment, support victims, and make reporting easier through helplines and digital platforms.

Hyderabad Cyber Crime Police registered hundreds of FIRs and arrested suspects across multiple states in March. Authorities recovered over Rs 2.5 crore, cracked down on betting scams, and supported victims through the ‘C-Mitra’ initiative and Zero FIR registrations.

Hyderabad Police have warned about rising IPL-related online betting scams. Fraudsters are using fake match predictions to lure users. Authorities blocked hundreds of ads and profiles and urged people to report scams by calling 1930 or using the cybercrime portal.

Santosh Nagar Traffic Police conducted a special drive at DMRL Junction against mobile phone use while driving. Eight motorists were booked and 12 others penalised. Police also counselled violators and warned about the dangers of distracted driving.

A bomb threat email triggered panic at Jawaharlal Nehru Technological University Hyderabad in Kukatpally. Police and bomb squads conducted extensive searches across the campus, but no suspicious objects were found. Authorities suspect a hoax and are investigating the sender

Speculation over a cabinet reshuffle in Telangana has put Ministers on edge despite A. Revanth Reddy ruling out immediate changes. Political calculations around social representation and upcoming elections continue to fuel uncertainty within the ruling Indian National Congress

The Health of the Nation 2026 highlights rising non-communicable diseases in Telangana, with obesity surging in Hyderabad and hypertension spiking in Warangal. The findings underline growing risks from sedentary lifestyles and poor dietary habits

T Harish Rao accused A. Revanth Reddy government of forcibly acquiring lands from marginalised communities and suppressing protests in Parigi. He condemned arrests of leaders and farmers, vowing continued agitation against the proposed industrial park project

T Harish Rao and several Bharat Rashtra Samithi leaders were arrested in Hyderabad while heading to support protesting farmers in Parigi. Police intercepted their convoy, triggering protests, amid tensions over proposed land acquisition for an industrial park project

Tension gripped Hyderabad after a woman attempted self-immolation at the State Human Rights Commission office, alleging police harassment. Alert personnel prevented the act in time, and she was taken into custody as authorities began investigating her claims