Telangana

Former Minister G Jagadish Reddy accused the Congress government of attempting to weaken welfare schemes introduced during the BRS regime, including free electricity for farmers. He also alleged plans to privatise the power sector and criticised the handling of student-related issues.

The Telangana government released Rs 2,000 crore in the first phase of clearing pending employee dues, including GPF and commutation dues. The government assured that the remaining Rs 4,000 crore would be cleared within the promised 100-day timeline.

Telangana Farmers’ Commission Chairman M Kodanda Reddy triggered controversy after stating that farmers required only three hours of electricity supply for agricultural operations. Opposition parties and farmers’ organisations criticised the remarks, alleging they signalled attempts to weaken the 24-hour free power scheme.

BRS leader T Harish Rao accused the Congress government of reducing the rabi paddy procurement target and misleading farmers with false claims. He alleged procurement delays, inadequate lifting of produce and payment issues while demanding immediate procurement of all paddy stocks.

Sidhivinayak of Victory Playground clinched first place in the boys' 14-year floor exercise at the GHMC Summer Coaching Camp Gymnastics Competition in Ameerpet. The event saw young athletes across multiple age categories competing in floor exercise and bridge balance

BRS leader T Harish Rao criticised Telangana Farmers' Commission chairman Kodanda Reddy for stating that three hours of electricity supply was enough for farmers. He alleged that the Congress government was attempting to weaken the 24-hour free power supply system introduced during the BRS regime.

Despite the June 1 deadline for the transfer process, several department heads in Telangana are yet to begin the exercise, prompting criticism from TGEJAC leaders, who warned that delays could create salary-related issues for employees due to Finance Department queries.

Police arrested four persons from Adilabad town for allegedly hunting wild animals near Chinna Mannur village. Knives, snares, motorcycles and a mobile phone were seized. The accused reportedly hunted deer and wild boar to consume and sell the meat illegally.

Farmers at Laggama village in Dahegaon mandal burnt paddy bags to protest delays in the procurement process and deductions allegedly imposed by officials. Police later doused the flames, while authorities assured farmers that procurement would be expedited and transportation arranged

Governor Shiv Pratap Shukla attended the Kumram Bheem Jal Jangal Zameen Spurthi Gramotsavam in Kumram Bheem Asifabad and urged people to follow the ideals of tribal legend Kumram Bheem while stressing the importance of protecting Adivasi culture, nature and self-respect.

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BRS working president KT Rama Rao paid tributes to Sircilla Municipality councillor Kasarla Padma, who died after suffering a heart stroke while undergoing treatment in Karimnagar. Rama Rao visited her residence and consoled the bereaved family members in Sircilla.

Cyber fraudsters allegedly cheated a village sarpanch in Kalher mandal of Rs 4.12 lakh by promising Rs 80 lakh, a Land Cruiser vehicle and a flat in Mumbai. The accused used fake CBI and Customs documents before demanding more money from the victim

Lorry drivers staged a protest at the Toopran godown in Medak, alleging delays in paddy unloading and preferential treatment for politically recommended vehicles. Farmers also accused officials of illegal weight deductions and collecting excessive hamali charges during paddy procurement operations

Telangana Rythu Sangham leaders opposed the proposed Rythu Discom and installation of smart prepaid meters for irrigation connections, alleging that the State government was implementing Central power sector reforms that could pave the way for privatisation of electricity distribution services.

Nature enthusiasts spotted the rare Forsten’s cat snake in the Kanakagiri hills spread across Khammam and Kothagudem districts. The sighting is believed to be the first recorded instance in Telangana and highlights the rich biodiversity of the Puligundala reserve forest range

Two persons, including a farm labourer and a daily wage earner, died of suspected sunstroke in Adilabad and Mancherial districts on Friday. The victims fell ill while working outdoors and were rushed to hospitals, where they succumbed during treatment

A 38-year-old panchayat worker, Jogu Sangeetha, who had gone missing four days ago, was found dead under suspicious circumstances on the outskirts of Degulvadi village in Sangareddy district. Police registered a case and shifted the body for postmortem examination

Farmers have raised concerns after the State government reduced the list of fine variety paddy seeds eligible for the Rs 500 bonus from 33 to eight. Growers fear the move may gradually end the incentive scheme despite higher cultivation risks and costs.

A 14-year-old boy drowned in the Penganga river at Sangidi village in Bela mandal of Adilabad district on Friday while taking a dip as part of a family religious ritual. Police retrieved the body with the help of expert swimmers

Internal differences have surfaced within the BJP in Sangareddy, with senior leaders questioning the functioning of district president Godavari and MLC Ch Anji Reddy. Discontent over leadership decisions and plans to contest from Patancheru has reportedly widened divisions within the party

A Hyderabad court sentenced five Nepali nationals to seven days in jail for harassing a woman near Nizam College PG Hostel on May 27. The Abid Road police arrested the accused, who were later convicted by the Nampally court on Friday.

Political developments in Karnataka have delayed Telangana’s cabinet expansion, leaving aspirants for ministerial berths in suspense. With the Congress high command prioritising Karnataka, the Telangana leadership is expected to take up cabinet-related discussions only after the situation stabilises.

Farmers in Laggama village of Kumram Bheem Asifabad district set their paddy produce on fire protesting delays in procurement and alleged quality deductions. Police and officials intervened, promising to expedite procurement and resolve transportation issues at the earliest.