Telangana

A 58-year-old farmer from Arli (B) village in Adilabad Rural mandal allegedly died by suicide after suffering heavy crop losses and debt. A video of him pleading with officials to procure his produce earlier has gone viral.

Former Minister Harish Rao said delayed maize procurement forced farmers to sell at low prices, causing losses, and credited protests for opening centres while highlighting KLIS’s role in boosting cultivation and improving agricultural conditions in Siddipet.

Bodies of two more students drowned in river Godavari were recovered by expert swimmers. In all, five students drowned yesterday when they entered water to take photographs.

The Telangana Budget 2026-27 has reduced irrigation allocation despite higher overall spending, raising concerns over project execution, funding gaps and delays, with experts warning that limited capital investment could impact agricultural productivity and completion of key projects

Hyderabad-based martial artist Hanshi Shaswat Kumar and his student B Yashwanth set multiple world records in the Asian Book of World Records, showcasing exceptional speed and skill in backfist and full-extension punches

India’s Tanvi Sharma advanced to the semifinals of the Orleans Masters 2026 with a straight-game win over Japan’s Natsuki Nidaira, while the Indian men’s doubles pair exited the tournament after a quarterfinal defeat

Telangana athletes Jeevanji Deepthi and Akira Nandan won gold medals in their respective 400m events at the National para athletics meet in Bhubaneshwar, delivering strong performances and bringing recognition to the State

The International Masters League will return for its second season from October 24 to November 14, 2026, featuring cricket legends and matches across Mumbai, Vadodara and Vizag, following a successful debut season that drew strong viewership

State Bank of India secured third place in the All India Public Sector T20 cricket tournament in Mumbai, winning three league matches before losing the semifinal, with the play-off decided by a coin toss after rain washed out the match

An ailing man suffering from kidney failure was allegedly abandoned by his wife in a graveyard in Jagtial after the family was asked to vacate their rented home. Locals rescued him and shifted him to a hospital

A parked BMW car was gutted in a sudden fire near Parade Ground in Secunderabad on Friday. No casualties were reported. Fire personnel rushed to the spot, but the vehicle was reduced to ashes. Police are investigating the cause

A Ugadi trip turned tragic as engineering students drowned in the Godavari river near Bhadrachalam during a photo shoot, with three bodies recovered and two still missing, prompting search operations by police and fire personnel

Parents of an RGUKT Basar student who died of leukemia staged a protest seeking justice, alleging negligence and poor response from officials, while students also raised concerns over inadequate medical facilities and demanded compensation for the family

Chief Minister A Revanth Reddy said the Musi Rejuvenation project will go ahead as planned despite protests, assuring justice to oustees and stating that public suggestions are being considered in aspects such as relief and rehabilitation

Chief Minister Revanth Reddy indicated possible further arrests in the phone tapping case and said investigations would follow due process. He also spoke on the Formula-E case and hinted at education reforms, including scrapping SSC exams under a new system.

Water bottle supply in TGSRTC buses has been stopped for a week due to disruption in raw materials linked to the Iran-Israel war, causing inconvenience to passengers, even as the Corporation continues to charge for the service

The Telangana Budget 2026-27 makes no mention of fresh job notifications or unemployment allowance, drawing criticism from youth groups. Promises of a job calendar and financial aid remain unfulfilled, raising concerns over employment generation and support for unemployed youth

Bhoodan displaced persons were stopped by police from meeting the Khammam Collector and staged a protest at the collectorate. They alleged officials refused to accept their memorandum, even as arrests continued in the Velugumatla land encroachment case

Police in Kumram Bheem Asifabad arrested three persons, including a woman, for trafficking two women from Bejjur to Madhya Pradesh. The accused allegedly lured victims with marriage promises and sold them. The victims’ parents had filed missing complaints.

World Sparrow Day was observed in Nirmal by Prakriti Mitra with an awareness event and exhibition. Speakers highlighted the ecological importance of sparrows and urged the public to provide food and shelter to help conserve the species

BRS leader T Harish Rao termed the Telangana Budget 2026-27 a “bogus budget”, alleging failure to implement Six Guarantees, recycled allocations and rising debt. He questioned welfare spending, demanded a white paper and challenged the government to prove its claims

Corporators, traders and vendors in Kothagudem have raised concerns over irregularities in market fee tenders, alleging exclusion of Paloncha and Sujatha Nagar. Contractors also opposed tender cancellations, while officials said a decision would be taken after discussions

The BRS has alleged a Rs 30 crore loss in a Rs 54 crore smartphone procurement by the Telangana government, raising concerns over pricing and transparency, and demanding clarity on the procurement process and use of public funds.