Telangana

Around 38 displaced persons from Velugumatla filed a complaint in Khammam alleging fraud in Bhoodan land allotments. The accused collected over Rs 54 lakh promising house sites. Police arrested the accused and further investigation is underway

Bonagiri Sriharshavardhan from Mancherial has qualified for a national-level masters badminton competition in Goa after performing well in a state-level event. He was felicitated by district badminton association officials for his achievement

Feed India Foundation chairperson Dr MA Farha distributed around 150 Ramadan kits to poor families in Khammam ahead of Eid-ul-Fitr. The initiative covered Pandurangapuram and YSR Colony during the holy month of Ramadan

Over 50 candidates allegedly secured teacher jobs in ITDA Utnoor using fake nativity certificates, affecting local tribal aspirants. The issue has now reached the National Scheduled Tribal Commission, which has sought explanations from officials over the recruitment process and irregularities

A Christian man in Pakistan faces a possible death sentence under blasphemy laws, with his case linked to an alleged network accused of fabricating charges for extortion. The case has raised serious concerns over fairness and misuse of laws.

Farmers in Adilabad performed a pushpabhisekam to a poster of K Chandrashekhar Rao on Ugadi, seeking his return as Chief Minister. They highlighted delays in welfare schemes, pensions and benefits, stating their livelihoods have been affected.

A breach in the Mallanna Sagar canal near Dubbak has raised concerns over irrigation supply in Siddipet district. Farmers fear heavy losses to paddy crops and have urged authorities to carry out immediate repairs and take up desilting works

Adilabad Superintendent of Police Akhil Mahajan emphasised the role of technology in reducing crime, urging villagers to install CCTV cameras. He said surveillance systems can help prevent crime, improve road safety and enhance security in rural areas.

Thunderstorms with gusty winds and a drop in temperatures are expected to continue across Telangana till Saturday. The IMD has issued warnings for several districts, forecasting light to moderate rain and fluctuating temperatures over the next few days.

The BRS has alleged a scam exceeding Rs 20 crore in smartphone procurement for Anganwadi workers under Poshan Abhiyan. The party has demanded a vigilance probe, citing pricing discrepancies and questioning maintenance costs in the tender process.

Ahmedabad University hosted an open house in Hyderabad, where experts highlighted the need for interdisciplinary engineering education and introduced the Liberal Tech model, which integrates technical learning with arts, sciences and humanities to meet evolving global demands.

A new Civil Registration System portal will soon enable online applications for birth and death certificates. The system aims to streamline services, curb fake documents, and ensure faster processing within three to five days across Telangana

ASMS has partnered with Kissan Agri Mall to develop a technology-driven agri-retail ecosystem under Project AVIO Agritech, combining digital infrastructure and rural networks to deliver integrated agricultural services, supply chain solutions and market linkages across villages.

Telangana’s 2026-27 Budget is expected to rely heavily on borrowings amid rising debt and limited revenues, as the government balances welfare commitments and infrastructure projects while facing pressure over partial implementation of its Six Guarantees.

Hyderabad is gearing up for Eid-ul-Fitr prayers, with lakhs expected at major Eidgahs, including Mir Alam. Authorities have made elaborate arrangements, while religious scholars highlight the significance of Eidgahs in fostering unity and large congregational prayers.

NFHS-5 data reveals that 37 percent of married women in Telangana face spousal violence, with alcohol abuse emerging as a major trigger. Despite high prevalence, most victims do not seek institutional help, highlighting deep-rooted social acceptance and systemic gaps.

Farmers in Nizamabad district are protesting low prices for fodder jowar, alleging trader syndicates are forcing down rates. MLAs raised the issue in the Assembly, demanding government intervention and a bonus to ensure remunerative prices.

A 45-year-old woman was found unconscious with severe burn injuries near Yenkepally in Sadasivapet mandal of Sangareddy district. Police shifted her to hospital and registered a case, while investigating whether it was a suicide attempt or a murder attempt.

Chief Minister A Revanth Reddy announced that the Telangana government will provide Rs.12,000 per acre annually under the Rythu Bharosa scheme, with Rs.18,000 crore already disbursed. The program will be formally launched on March 22 to support farmers

BRS president K Chandrashekhar Rao extended Ugadi greetings, emphasizing renewal, hope, and agricultural beginnings. He expressed wishes for overcoming challenges and progress for Telangana. Party leaders KT Rama Rao and T Harish Rao also conveyed similar messages of prosperity and well-being

Two persons were killed in a head-on collision between a car and a passenger auto on the Medak–Narsapur road near Pothamsettipally. Police have registered a case and shifted the bodies for postmortem at the Government Hospital

A man and his daughter were found charred to death in Hanamkonda, with police suspecting a pre-planned murder allegedly by the son-in-law. Investigators are probing claims that the victims were killed and set on fire to stage an accident

Unexpired condom packets were found dumped in a yard in Medak town, raising concerns over alleged negligence by Government Hospital staff. The packets, valid till 2028, were reportedly discarded with biomedical waste, prompting calls for an inquiry

A 25-year-old woman in Khammam died after consuming weedicide, reportedly distressed over lack of government job notifications. She was preparing for competitive exams and died while undergoing treatment. Police have registered a case and launched an investigation