Telangana

Uncertainty continues over a pre-poll alliance between the Congress and the CPI in municipalities of the erstwhile Khammam district, even after the nomination deadline. While some parties are set to contest independently, others are still negotiating seat-sharing arrangements.

The Telangana Congress is facing internal discord as several senior leaders and ministers bypassed the Screening Committees and unilaterally announced candidates for upcoming municipal elections. Some leaders have released candidate lists without approval.

C Babji, a government school teacher from Kasipet in Mancherial district, donated blood for the 64th time on Friday. Hailing from Somagudem village, he has been praised for his social service and commitment to helping the needy

Around 32 students of a Government Primary School in Khammam fell ill after consuming midday meals on Friday. They were rushed to hospital for treatment and are stable. Parents have demanded strict monitoring of food quality in schools

Uncertainty continues over Khairatabad MLA Danam Nagender after the Assembly Speaker deferred the hearing on disqualification petitions against him to February 18. The case centres on whether contesting the Lok Sabha election on a Congress ticket amounts to defection under the Constitution

BRS cadres staged protests across Kothagudem district against the SIT notice served on former Chief Minister K Chandrashekhar Rao in the telephone tapping case, alleging political vendetta and warning of intensified agitation if the inquiry was not withdrawn.

BRS MLA Padi Kaushik Reddy has urged the Speaker to initiate a privilege motion against three senior police officers, alleging obstruction and humiliation during a temple visit in Karimnagar. He has sought an inquiry and action to protect legislative dignity

Former minister S Niranjan Reddy has accused the Congress government of compromising Telangana’s water rights for personal interests. He alleged neglect of irrigation projects and warned of public backlash if the State’s interests continue to be undermined

Ahmedabad police arrested three persons, including a Hyderabad-based trafficker, after rescuing a 15-day-old newborn allegedly being transported for illegal sale. The arrests have exposed an organised interstate network trafficking infants from Gujarat to other States.

The Surya Kiran Aerobatic Team dazzled spectators at Wings India 2026 with precision formations, tricolour smoke trails and a breathtaking DNA manoeuvre. The high-energy aerial display drew huge applause as thousands looked on in awe.

Excise officials seized 15 kg of dry ganja and 600 ganja plants from the premises of a temple at Panchamgam village in Narayankhed mandal. The contraband was allegedly grown on temple lands, prompting suspicion of the seer’s involvement.

BRS Legislature Party deputy leader T Harish Rao demanded that the Congress government boycott the Delhi meeting on river water disputes, alleging pressure from Andhra Pradesh and warning that Telangana’s Godavari water interests were at serious risk without clear safeguards

Assembly Speaker Gaddam Prasad Kumar on Friday postponed the hearing on disqualification petitions against Khairatabad MLA Danam Nagender to February 18, following a request from BJP floor leader Alleti Maheshwar Reddy seeking more time to participate.

BRS Legislature Party deputy leader T Harish Rao demanded that the Congress government boycott the Delhi meeting on river water disputes, alleging pressure from Andhra Pradesh and warning that Telangana’s Godavari water interests were at serious risk without clear safeguards.

Tension prevailed at Medaram Sammakka Saralamma Jatara after devotees alleged police excesses, leading to injuries, protests and damage to a minister’s convoy. Long queues, power outage and VIP movement further worsened the situation, disrupting darshan and traffic.

BRS working president KT Rama Rao and BRSLP deputy leader T Harish Rao paid tributes to Mahatma Gandhi on his death anniversary, recalling his ideals of truth, non-violence and compassion, and urging people to follow his timeless teachings.

A 34-year-old man was found dead under suspicious circumstances in Ananthapuram village on Friday. Police suspect foul play after the body was found in roadside bushes, with no signs of a struggle but a liquor bottle recovered nearby.

The Congress has triggered controversy with sharply different responses to phone-tapping allegations in Telangana and Karnataka, drawing criticism for double standards as it pursues an SIT probe against BRS leaders in one State while dismissing similar claims in another.

BRS cadres staged protests across the district against the SIT issuing notices to former Chief Minister K Chandrashekhar Rao. An effigy of Chief Minister A Revanth Reddy was burnt at Chintamadaka, while roads were blocked in Narayanpet as part of the agitation.

Elaborate arrangements have been made for the two-day Gangapuri Jatara at Sri Balaji Venkateshwara Swamy Devasthanam in Gangapur village from January 31. Around one lakh devotees are expected, with security, sanitation and transport facilities put in place for smooth conduct.

Students of a BC Residential College for Boys in Husnabad staged a protest over poor-quality hostel food, alleging substandard meals for months. Holding dinner plates, they demanded staff changes and a revised menu. Leaders inspecting the food expressed shock over its quality.

Tension prevailed at the Medaram jathara for a few hours after devotees allegedly attacked the convoy of SC and ST Welfare Minister Adluri Laxman during his visit for darshan. Four vehicles were partially damaged; no injuries were reported.

A burglary was reported in Bommarasipet village, Shamirpet, where burglars stole around 20 tolas of gold and Rs 2 lakh cash from Nageswara Rao’s home while the family was away. Police have registered a case and begun investigation

Telangana will release the detailed schedule for TG EAPCET 2026, covering notifications, online registration, and fees. The exams are set for May 4–11, with agriculture and pharmacy tests on May 4–5, and engineering exams from May 9–11