Telangana

Congress leaders in Khammam district have started Praja Darbars to reconnect with the public amid growing dissatisfaction against the government. Revenue Minister Ponguleti Srinivas Reddy and DCC president Nuthi Satyanarayana Goud are using the initiative to improve public outreach before future elections

Minsiter Sridhar Babu called upon the industries to train the engineers to make them industry-ready. Industries must take up the task as their responsibility, he said

Mancherial police arrested two persons, including a mining engineering student, for allegedly burglarising the house of a retired SCCL employee and stealing gold, silver ornaments and cash. Police recovered 311 grams of gold and 1 kg of silver ornaments from the accused

The Telangana government faces criticism over an alleged halt in urea sales. BRS leader Harish Rao accused the administration of harming farmers and mismanaging fertiliser supply, warning that continued restrictions could deepen the agrarian crisis across the state.

A 38-year-old farmer was allegedly axed to death by his cousins at Narsapur (B) village in Utnoor mandal of Adilabad district following a family dispute. The victim succumbed to injuries while undergoing treatment at RIMS-Adilabad on Tuesday

Telangana continues to face intense heatwave conditions with temperatures crossing 43°C in several districts, including Adilabad, Medak and Nizamabad, while Hyderabad recorded around 40.6°C, with IMD and TSDPS data showing localized spikes up to 45°C-plus

A clash broke out between student groups at the University of Hyderabad during a theatre performance titled ‘Holi’, with SFI alleging ABVP disruption and violence while ABVP claimed its members were attacked during a protest over alleged hurt sentiments, leaving several injured

BRS MLC Dasoju Sravan accused the Telangana Congress government of frequent transfers and centralisation in TGSWREIS alleging irregularities in officer appointments and procurement processes while demanding vigilance and ACB inquiry into misuse of welfare funds

Centre issued gazette notification establishing South Coast Railway Zone with headquarters in Visakhapatnam effective June 1, 2026 including divisions like Guntakal, Guntur, Vijayawada and Visakhapatnam after reorganising SCR and ECoR fulfilling Andhra Pradesh demand since 2014

Unidentified miscreants stole 50 filled commercial gas cylinders and 32 empty cylinders from a gas agency godown amid rising prices crossing Rs 3,360 per cylinder suspected black market resale motive Police investigation is underway to trace culprits and recover stolen

Experts highlight importance of regular sunscreen use amid rising heat, stressing reapplication every 2–3 hours, adequate coverage, and correct usage. The report also lists popular lightweight SPF 50 sunscreens offering hydration, sun protection, and suitability for various skin types

Digital detox is emerging as a growing trend as people take breaks from social media platforms like Instagram and YouTube to reduce overstimulation, improve focus, and manage mental fatigue caused by constant scrolling, notifications, and online comparison culture

Hyderabad reported a fatal road accident involving Prabhas film 'Fauji' crew at Abdullapurmet when a production vehicle lost control and hit a median killing one crew member and injuring five others who were hospitalised as police began investigation probe ongoing

HYDRAA demolished illegal stone crushing units and RMC plants in Rangareddy following environmental concerns and Opposition pressure. The action triggered a political row, with the BRS alleging links between one of the units and a Minister in the State Cabinet

A road accident on NH-65 near Zaheerabad killed two pilgrims and injured three others when a speeding car hit a stationary mini goods vehicle. Victims were returning from a temple visit; police have registered a case

A massive midnight fire in Hyderabad gutted roadside furniture shops between Pragathi Nagar and Bachupally, destroying at least eight units and causing heavy losses. No casualties were reported, and authorities are investigating the cause after firefighting operations contained the blaze

The Sangareddy District Badminton Championship will be held from May 17 to 19 at Ameenpur, featuring sub-junior boys and girls across five age categories. Online entries close on May 14, with no provision for spot registrations

Telangana Cabinet orders a CBI probe into power purchase agreement, approves land value revision, clears OTS scheme for dues, and plans solar projects, while assuring procurement support to farmers hit by unseasonal rains

The Telangana High Court set aside a Family Court order restraining a wife from approaching her husband, citing lack of medical evidence. The Bench held that serious findings like mental illness require credible proof and cannot be based on allegations alone

The Telangana High Court has asked the State government to clarify the fee reimbursement mechanism, questioning the lack of a timeline for clearing dues to institutions. The court warned of action if counter-affidavits are not filed by June 24

Civil Supplies Minister Uttam Kumar Reddy directed officials to accelerate paddy procurement and protect farmers from unseasonal rains. With crops damaged across districts, the government has ramped up storage, logistics, and monitoring to minimise farmer losses

Warangal Task Force and Narsampet police arrested eight persons involved in counterfeit currency printing and a fake exchange scam, seizing cash, equipment and vehicles, exposing a network operating across multiple districts in Telangana

Facing procurement delays and lack of drying platforms, farmers in Narayanpet district resorted to drying paddy in a crematorium in Kosgi, highlighting ground-level distress in Kodangal constituency despite procurement operations resuming on Monday.

Amid farmer protests and unseasonal rains damaging paddy stocks, Minister N Uttam Kumar Reddy directed officials to accelerate procurement, safeguard crops, and enhance storage, as arrivals rise during the crucial Rabi marketing season