Telangana

BRS cadres staged protests across erstwhile Adilabad district on Monday, condemning police action against party legislators at the Telangana Assembly. Former minister Jogu Ramanna led a rasta-roko in Adilabad, while similar protests were held in Utnoor, Nirmal, Mancherial and Asifabad

Muslim community leaders have raised concerns over the Telangana State Waqf Board’s functioning, citing the prolonged absence of regular meetings, lack of transparency and difficulty in securing appointments. They also sought greater clarity on Waqf revenues and property administration.

BRS leaders and cadres staged rasta rokos across the erstwhile Medak district on Monday, protesting the arrest of party MLAs at the State Assembly. Workers blocked the Rajiv Rahadhari at Ponnala and burnt an effigy of Chief Minister Revanth Reddy.

BRS women legislators demanded an apology from Chief Minister A Revanth Reddy and his resignation as Home Minister over alleged police high-handedness outside the Telangana Assembly, accusing police of manhandling them and questioning women’s safety under the Congress government.

BRS deputy floor leader T Harish Rao called the alleged police action against party legislators at the Telangana Assembly a “black day”, accusing the Congress government of suppressing the Opposition and alleging manhandling of women legislators.

BRS working president KT Rama Rao targeted Rahul Gandhi over alleged police high-handedness against BRS women legislators during a protest at the Telangana Assembly. He questioned Congress’ stand on patriarchy and alleged that women MLAs were manhandled for wearing black.

Folk dancer Madhuri Rathod allegedly attempted suicide at her Hyderabad residence, with the incident coming to light on Sunday. She is undergoing treatment at a private hospital and has alleged that fellow dancer Eshwar Sai deceived her with a marriage promise.

The BRS accused police of manhandling its women legislators during a confrontation at the Telangana Assembly gate on Monday. The party alleged that several leaders were injured, demanded action against those responsible and said it would complain to the Speaker.

The BRS has called for State-wide protests against the Congress government over the alleged police action that prevented its MLAs and MLCs from entering the Assembly in black T-shirts. K T Rama Rao urged party leaders and cadre to stage protests.

The Telangana Assembly was adjourned for 15 minutes on Monday after BJP MLAs demanded a judicial probe by a sitting judge into lands and properties included in the prohibited category under Section 22-A, despite the government offering a short discussion.

The Telangana Assembly session began amid protests as BRS legislators wearing black T-shirts were stopped from entering the premises. Several MLAs, including K T Rama Rao, T Harish Rao, were arrested, while the Opposition accused police of high-handedness and demanded discussions on unfulfilled electoral promises

A 68-year-old Hyderabad woman was allegedly duped of Rs 21 lakh in a digital arrest scam after fraudsters posing as telecom, police and CBI officials threatened her with arrest over alleged illegal activities and pressured her into transferring money.

A minor girl allegedly died by suicide at her residence in Durga Bhavaninagar under IS Sadan police station limits on Monday. Police registered a case and are investigating the circumstances surrounding her death and the reason behind the incident.

Telangana Chief Minister A Revanth Reddy ordered a magisterial inquiry into the alleged rape and murder of a nurse in Hyderabad. He directed officials to pursue a fast-track trial, complete forensic investigations, examine security lapses and support the victim’s family

Two people were injured in a violent clash between two groups at a Jubilee Hills pub in Hyderabad. Police registered three cases, including against the pub management for operating beyond permitted hours. Property and vehicles were damaged during the altercation

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MDR Foundation organised the second edition of its 3K run themed “Pollution‑Free Patancheru – Run for Nature” in Sangareddy on Sunday. The event, flagged off by local legislators, drew over 650 participants and aimed to spread awareness on reducing plastic use and encouraging tree plantation.

Eight devotees sustained injuries, four of them critically, when a speeding truck rammed into a tractor carrying a Ganesha idol near the Siddipet Collectorate on Sunday.

Public health experts have sounded an alarm over counterfeit Abhayrab rabies vaccines linked to batch KE25012, urging patients vaccinated on or after November 7, 2025, to verify authenticity with healthcare providers. The CDSCO seized spurious vials from an unlicensed premises in Delhi, with Indian Immunologicals confirming multiple packaging discrepancies.

PNGRB and EESL have signed an MoU to introduce smart PNG meters in the City Gas Distribution sector, aiming to enhance efficiency, transparency and safety. The initiative promises advanced features such as digital monitoring, leak detection and cybersecurity safeguards, marking a major step towards a consumer-centric and technology-enabled gas ecosystem.

The BRS on Sunday escalated its statewide protests against the Congress government’s 1,000-day rule, highlighting unfulfilled election promises and civic issues. Auto drivers, farmers and party workers staged rallies, dharnas and demonstrations across districts, while leaders distributed ‘Dues Cards’ to draw attention to pending assurances.

Hyderabad is experiencing a hot and muggy spell despite rain in parts of the city. The IMD expects temperatures to remain around 32-33°C with high humidity through September 12, while thunderstorms and isolated showers are forecast across parts of Telangana.

Malkajgiri Municipal Corporation has identified 40 Ganesh immersion centres across three zones and arranged cranes, swimmers, boats and safety equipment. More than 1,300 sanitation workers will provide round-the-clock services, while teams will manage waste along procession routes and immersion sites.

Chief Secretary Sanjay Jaju has directed Metro Rail and RTC officials to introduce joint daily and monthly passes for Hyderabad commuters. He also inspected Metro stations and HMDA corridors and asked officials to expedite road-widening works for the Old City Metro corridor.