Telangana

Union Minister Bandi Sanjay Kumar demanded police action against Thungathurthy MLA Mandula Samuel, alleging that the legislator made objectionable remarks about Hindu gods during an event in Hyderabad. He urged the Chief Minister to apologise and suspend the MLA.

The SSC Public Examinations 2026 commenced across Telangana on Friday with the first language paper at 2,676 centres. Over 5.28 lakh students registered for the exams, which will continue until April 16 under the supervision of 144 flying squads.

A fire broke out at a row of shops near Masjid-e-Tauheed on Qutb Shahi Tombs Road in Hyderabad on Friday night, damaging property and triggering LPG cylinder explosions. Around 1,500 worshippers were present nearby. No casualties were reported.

India defeated Italy 1-0 in the semifinal of the FIH Hockey World Cup Qualifier in Hyderabad. Manisha Chauhan scored the decisive goal as the hosts secured a place in the final, where they will face England

TCA general secretary Guruva Reddy Dharam questioned Telangana Minister Dr G Vivek’s statement about spending Rs 64 crore from an arbitration settlement for cricket development, saying it indirectly admitted the money was taken and raised concerns about control over cricket body funds

India’s youth boxing team assured five medals at the World Boxing Futures Cup 2026 in Bangkok after five boxers advanced to the semifinals with strong quarterfinal victories. Gunjan, Joyshree Devi, Ambekar Meetei, Chandrika Pujari and Radhamani Longjam led India’s medal charge

Telangana Chief Minister Revanth Reddy defended the Musi River rejuvenation project, saying it would promote investments and employment through real estate development. He rejected allegations that the project targeted the poor and said the DPR would be discussed in the Assembly

The Telangana High Court ordered the government not to use a road allegedly laid after demolishing the APR Pranav Antilia Layout compound wall in Bachupalli. It also heard a petition seeking counselling for 377 vacant PG medical seats and adjourned the matter

A 78-year-old man, Kalvakota Vijayender Rao, died of starvation in Garshakurthy village of Karimnagar district. Once from a landlord family, he lived alone in poverty, struggled with illness and lack of food, and was unable to withdraw his pension

Climate scientist Dr M N Rajeevan has warned of a possible strong El Nino event in 2026 that could affect India’s monsoon. However, a positive Indian Ocean Dipole may partly offset its impact and help maintain near-normal rainfall.

ACB officials raided the medical reimbursement section of the government hospital in Medak after corruption allegations against the section superintendent. Officials found 116 bills pending and irregularities in processing procedures. A report with evidence will be submitted to health department authorities

BRS chief K Chandrashekhar Rao condoled the deaths of former MLA Kondegari Ramulu and former DGP H J Dora, recalling their public service. KT Rama Rao also paid tribute, praising Ramulu’s simple lifestyle and remembering Dora’s contributions to policing.

Kothagudem police organised a free mega medical camp for migrant Guthikoya families in Niladripetagandi village. Around 300 adivasis received treatment and medicines, while solar street lights and educational materials were distributed to improve living conditions in the villages.

A 36-year-old man died while his wife and six-year-old son sustained serious injuries after a speeding lorry hit their two-wheeler on NH-161 at Sangupet in Andole mandal of Sangareddy district. The injured were shifted to Jogipet hospital

Four members of an Adilabad cooperative society were arrested for allegedly threatening chairman Konduri Rakender and manager Ragam Ramesh over loan repayments. The accused reportedly extorted Rs 20,000 on three occasions under the banner of tribal rights group Tudum Debba.

BRS leader S. Ravinder Singh alleged that development works in Karimnagar Municipal Corporation have stalled due to demands for a 10 percent commission. Despite administrative sanction of Rs 50 crore, around 20 tenders remain unopened, raising concerns over transparency and delays.

RGUKT (IIIT-Basar) has released the 2026-27 admissions schedule for its six-year integrated B.Tech programmes at Basar (1,500 seats) and Mahabubnagar (180 seats). Applications open March 18, with counselling starting June 5. Students can apply online via TS Online, MeeSeva, or university website.

Hyderabad police have imposed restrictions around SSC examination centres from March 14 to April 16, banning gatherings of five or more within 200 metres and directing nearby photocopy and internet centres to remain closed, ensuring safe and fair exams.

Police in Karimnagar arrested five persons, including a minor, allegedly involved in a March 11 roadside robbery of RMP T. Komuraiah near Nedunur. The accused reportedly threw chilli powder at the victim, stealing a gold chain and Rs 1,000 cash.

The Department of Chemical Engineering at IIT Hyderabad has launched two new MTech programmes in AI and machine learning in chemical engineering and computational chemical engineering to train engineers for data-driven and digitally advanced process industries

BRS leader B Vinod Kumar said the party will challenge the Assembly Speaker’s ruling on disqualification petitions against 10 defected MLAs in the High Court and approach the Election Commission over Khairatabad MLA Danam Nagender contesting as a Congress candidate.

A traditional seeds festival was organised at Pedda Sakeda village in Kerameri mandal of Kumram Bheem Asifabad district. Experts and organisers urged farmers to conserve ancestral seeds, avoid chemical fertilisers and create seed banks for future generations

An inquiry has been ordered into an alleged attempt to encroach on four acres of government land behind the D Mart shopping mall in Mancherial. The land, reportedly assigned to weaker sections, is said to be targeted for a real estate layout

Khammam Municipal Corporation aims to collect Rs 38 crore in property taxes before March 31, 2026. With 37,000 property dues pending, officials have set up special counters, appointed assistants, and warned defaulters of water disconnections to meet the target.