Telangana

The Bharat Rashtra Samithi sought an Assembly discussion on fuel and urea shortages in Telangana amid global tensions. MLA KP Vivekananda urged Centre and State to coordinate and ensure adequate supplies

The Telangana Petroleum Dealers Association assured no fuel shortage in Hyderabad despite panic buying causing temporary stockouts. Officials urged citizens to avoid hoarding, warning that unsafe storage violates norms and poses serious fire hazards

Sayeeda Begum was detained in Chanchalguda by Andhra Pradesh Police over alleged AQIS-linked anti-national activities. The operation followed arrests of other accused tied to a foreign handler, with support from Hyderabad police teams 

Students of University of Hyderabad were detained by Telangana Police ahead of an SFI ‘Chalo Assembly’ protest. Activists alleged police overreach in hostels and demanded release of pending TS-EPASS scholarships amid ongoing budget session tensions

BRS whip KP Vivekananda questioned the Congress government’s claim of turning Telangana into a $1-trillion economy by 2034, saying the target lacked a credible roadmap and would require nearly 20 per cent annual growth, which he termed unrealistic

The Telangana Heritage Department will begin excavations at the 3,000-year-old Mudumal Menhirs site in Narayanpet district to strengthen its case for UNESCO World Heritage status. Studies suggest the site may have functioned as a prehistoric observatory with stone alignments and star maps

A young NRI from Cheelapur village in Siddipet district, Dr Rajesh Pavadi, died in the United States due to jaundice and multiple organ failure days before his planned visit to India, where his family had also begun preparations for his marriage

Heavy rains and strong gales hit Hyderabad IT Corridor on Tuesday, causing over 14 trees to fall and an electricity pole to collapse. Traffic snarls reported in Gachibowli, Kondapur, Yousufguda, Hafeezpet, Miyapur, and Madhapur. Roads cleared by DRF teams by midnight

Kondapaka Atharv, a class V student from Karimnagar, qualified for the national level archery competition after excelling at the state Under-10 event in Hyderabad. The national championship will be held in Guntur, Andhra Pradesh, on March 29

Telangana High Court ordered the immediate release of Arjun Singh after finding serious procedural lapses by police, including denial of hearing. Justice EV Venugopal suspended the impugned order, citing violation of natural justice, and posted the matter for further hearing on April 6

ACB arrested motor vehicle inspector A Vara Prasad in Wyra, Khammam, for accepting Rs 24,000 bribe from a contractor. His assistant fled with the money. Rs 50,200 was seized, and the MVI will be produced before SPE court in Warangal

The Telangana government has secured discounts of up to 20 per cent on electric vehicles for over five lakh employees through negotiations with EV manufacturers. The initiative aims to promote clean mobility without burdening the State exchequer.

BRS working president KT Rama Rao alleged that relatives and associates of Chief Minister A Revanth Reddy were purchasing Transferable Development Rights at low prices and selling them for profit. He also criticised the Congress government’s planning on the Musi River project

The Telangana Council of Higher Education signed an MoU with the Association of Indian Management Schools to enhance management education in the State. The partnership will provide academic resources, training programmes, and introduce industry-oriented courses in emerging sectors.

BRS legislators boycotted the Deputy Chief Minister’s budget reply and staged a walkout from the Telangana Assembly, alleging delays in circulation of budget documents and disorderly proceedings. Harish Rao criticised the government for not adhering to schedule and limiting discussion time.

Elaborate arrangements are underway for Sri Rama Navami celebrations at Bhadrachalam temple, with lakhs of talambralu packets and laddus being prepared. Authorities have ensured security, traffic management and facilities for devotees attending the celestial wedding and related rituals.

The Telangana Intermediate Education Department will launch breakfast and mid-day meal schemes for students of 430 government junior colleges from June 12. About two lakh students will benefit, with meals to be provided through the Akshaya Patra Foundation.

BRS working president KT Rama Rao welcomed the delimitation process but warned that a population-based approach could disadvantage southern States. He urged the Centre to follow the 1971 Census framework and ensure that representation in Parliament is not reduced.

BRS MLAs accused the Congress government of delaying Hyderabad infrastructure projects and underfunding development. They cited slow progress, poor allocations and protocol violations, while the government assured funds and action plans for timely completion.

Maulana Azad National Urdu University launched “Radio MANUU 90.0 FM”, a community radio station focusing on youth programmes, local issues, skill development and promotion of Urdu language and culture. The station will be operated by the university’s Instructional Media Centre.

Munugode MLA Komatireddy Rajgopal Reddy reiterated that the Congress high command had promised him a Cabinet berth, while claiming he is not seeking posts. He stressed his importance for future elections and dismissed his meeting with KT Rama Rao.

Adilabad is witnessing a sharp rise in farmer suicides, with over 50 deaths reported in 14 months. Financial distress, crop failure and poor prices are cited as key reasons, highlighting a deepening agrarian crisis in the district

The Commissioner’s Task Force (Golconda) and Kulsumpura police raided a pickle-making unit in Jiyaguda after receiving a tip-off about poor hygiene. Officials seized a large quantity of various pickles, including mango, lemon, amla, chilli and tomato.

ATARI Director Dr Sheikh Meera said Telangana has the potential to emerge as a model vegetable hub in India and urged farmers to expand cultivation. SKLTHU Vice-Chancellor Dr Danda Raji Reddy said simple techniques could boost yields by nearly 30%.