Telangana

The Telangana government is examining four alternative proposals to link Tummidihatti with Yellampalli to optimise Godavari water usage. Irrigation Minister Uttam Kumar Reddy also reviewed barrage restoration works and stressed timely completion before the monsoon.

Girls outperformed boys in Telangana SSC Public Examinations 2026, recording a pass percentage of 96.26 compared to 94.07 for boys. Overall, 95.15 per cent of 5.16 lakh students cleared the exams, results of which were released on Wednesday.

Careless smoking has emerged as the leading cause of fire accidents in Telangana, accounting for 1,915 cases in 2026, according to fire department data. The State recorded 3,858 incidents, with Hyderabad reporting the highest number of fire calls.

The main entrance of Nizam’s Institute of Medical Sciences (NIMS) at Punjagutta will remain closed for three days due to GHMC pipeline works. Patients, staff and visitors have been advised to use the Banjara Hills rear entrance.

Tension prevailed in Kuntloor after HYDRAA officials attempted a demolition drive over alleged road encroachment in a gated community. Residents opposed the action, leading to a standoff that lasted over two hours, with police deployed to maintain order.

Hyderabad police arrested a 26-year-old bike taxi driver for allegedly stealing two-wheelers from multiple areas. The accused was tracked through CCTV footage and social media monitoring. Three stolen scooters were recovered following his confession during interrogation.

Three water bodies in Hyderabad’s Krishna Kanth Park have dried up within six months, upsetting walkers and altering the park’s landscape. GHMC attributes the issue to groundwater depletion, while HYDRAA has identified the lakes for rejuvenation planning.

A speeding Hyundai i20 allegedly driven under the influence of alcohol rammed into parked motorcycles in Hayathnagar, Hyderabad. The accident, captured on CCTV, caused panic but no casualties. Police have detained the occupants and launched an investigation.

A man posing as a real estate businessman allegedly cheated investors of nearly Rs 2.3 crore in Hyderabad by promoting a cryptocurrency scheme. Police said he lured victims with high returns and threatened them when confronted over non-payment.

A major fire broke out at a scrap warehouse in Suraram, Hyderabad, on Tuesday night, triggering panic among residents. Firefighters battled the blaze overnight and brought it under control. No casualties were reported, and the cause of the fire is under investigation.

Telangana is reeling under an intense heatwave, with temperatures crossing 44°C in several districts. While heatwave conditions are set to persist through the day, the IMD has forecast thunderstorms, lightning and gusty winds across multiple regions by evening.

BRS leader T Harish Rao accused the Congress government of failing farmers and delaying procurement. He demanded immediate release of the paddy bonus and warned of intensified protests if crops are not procured at MSP without further delay.

Hyderabad police have booked a man for allegedly impersonating a constable and posting misleading reels online. The accused, who claimed links with political leaders and accessed restricted areas, is absconding, with special teams deployed to trace him.

The Telangana School Education Department has advanced the SSC 2026 results announcement to 1.30 pm on Wednesday. Over 5.28 lakh students can access their results online or via WhatsApp chatbot, with digital marks memos sent to registered mobile numbers.

A man allegedly beheaded his wife in Meerpet, Hyderabad, over suspicion. The accused attacked her at their residence, police said. A case has been registered, and investigation is underway as authorities search for the suspect following the shocking incident

Collector Prateek Jain, within two days of taking charge in Sangareddy, inspected the Turkapally area hospital in Narayankhed mandal, reviewed patient services, staff attendance, and maternal healthcare facilities. He emphasised improving normal deliveries and quality healthcare.

A fire broke out in a mechanic shed at Annaram village, Gummadidala mandal, Sangareddy district, gutting two cars. Workers failed to extinguish the blaze, but a fire tender managed to prevent it from spreading further.

An Airtel dealer in Kothagudem district offered one litre of petrol free with every SIM card purchase amidst a statewide fuel shortage in Telangana. The marketing gimmick drew crowds, even as petrol stations in Khammam and Warangal faced long queues.

A man from Rajanna-Sircilla district, Ponnala Venkat Reddy, died of a heart stroke in Malaysia where he had migrated for employment. Local leaders, including the village sarpanch, have requested the Transport Minister and MLA KT Rama Rao to help repatriate his body to his native village.

Hyderabad Runners Society launched Charity Bibs for the 2026 NMDC Hyderabad Marathon, encouraging runners to raise funds for social causes. With 35 NGOs already associated, the initiative aims to combine fitness with philanthropy and scale fundraising efforts this year

Contractors in Telangana are avoiding tendu leaves collected by tribals due to poor quality, preferring supplies from Chhattisgarh and Madhya Pradesh. This has led to a sharp decline in procurement, threatening the seasonal livelihood of tribal families who depend on the activity for income.

Revanth Reddy asserted that land acquisition for Future City cannot be stopped despite farmer protests. He urged cooperation, assured fair handling of concerns, and highlighted rising land prices and the project’s long-term development potential

Khammam district has seen three Collectors transferred in less than two years, reportedly due to political pressures from three Ministers whose overlapping schedules and directives have left officials struggling to balance competing agendas.

A couple from Karimnagar abandoned their two daughters at the LMD Police Station following marital disputes. The mother left after discarding her marital symbols, while the father also walked away, leaving the children behind. The police later handed the children over to their grandmother.