Telangana

Two separate incidents in the Telangana Assembly premises saw Dalit MLAs and ministers stopped by security personnel on Monday. Health Minister Damodar Rajanarasimha objected strongly when ministers were prevented from entering a route leading to the Legislative Council building

The Telangana government will present the State budget for 2026-27 on March 20, with the Assembly session continuing till March 30. The schedule was finalised at the BAC meeting, with discussions on the budget set to take place from March 23 to 26

The Anti-Corruption Bureau arrested JDWA office superintendent Eegala Madhusudan in Karimnagar for allegedly accepting bribes from employees and contractors. Officials said he transferred Rs 14.77 lakh, collected as bribes, to a benami bank account

The Union government informed the Rajya Sabha that Telangana did not receive Central assistance for Mission Bhagiratha and cannot be included under the Jal Jeevan Mission now, as the scheme framework and timelines have already been finalised

A tribal rights organisation in Kumram Bheem Asifabad condemned the murder of a pregnant tribal woman, Athram Sammakka, and demanded strict action against the accused. The group also sought Rs 25 lakh compensation and a fast-track court to try the case

Congress leader T Jeevan Reddy led a farmers’ protest in Jagtial demanding maize procurement centres and MSP for farmers. The protest comes amid growing speculation about his differences with the party leadership and rumours about a possible exit from Congress

Chief Minister A Revanth Reddy directed Congress MLAs and MLCs to strictly follow the party and government line while responding to issues. He issued the instruction during a CLP meeting after recent statements by some legislators created problems for the party

Congress MLA J Anirudh Reddy sparked controversy by suggesting mandatory drug tests every 90 days for film artistes and elected public representatives. He said films should be released only after artistes clear the tests, reigniting debate on his remarks

A 43-year-old woman died of a heart attack while attending a housewarming ceremony in Khammam on Monday. She collapsed while posing for photographs with relatives and was rushed to hospital, where doctors declared her dead

BRSLP deputy leader T Harish Rao criticised the Congress government for failing to safeguard Telangana’s interests in Krishna and Godavari river water disputes. He questioned the government’s silence over Andhra Pradesh’s claims and demanded immediate steps to protect Telangana’s water rights.

The Rural Sports Meet-2025-26 organised by NTPC under its CSR initiative began on Monday with participation from 21 government high schools from Ramagundam, Kamanpur, Anthergaon and Palakurthi mandals, aiming to promote sportsmanship and physical fitness among rural students

Thatipatri Rakesh, a 41-year-old software engineer from Warangal working in the United States, died of a heart attack on Sunday. Rakesh, who had been living in Virginia for a decade, is survived by his wife Tejaswini and two children.

Renowned Telangana poet Nandini Sidda Reddy has been selected for the Sahitya Akademi Award for his poetry collection Animesha. Known for writing in the Telangana dialect, he played an active role in the Telangana movement and founded Manjeera Rachayithala Sangam.

Lemons are now being sold by the kilogram in Mancherial after prices surged due to a dip in supply from neighbouring regions. Residents say the citrus fruit, once sold cheaply in loose pieces, now costs around Rs.120 per kg.

Telugu poet Nandini Sidda Reddy is among the 24 writers selected for the Sahitya Akademi Awards 2025. English author Navtej Sarna and Hindi writer Mamta Kalia are also among the recipients announced by the Sahitya Akademi

A man who allegedly attacked a woman forest beat officer on duty in Sathupalli forest division of Khammam was arrested. Police registered a case under multiple provisions of the Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita after the officer filed a complaint.

Unseasonal rains accompanied by hailstorms and strong winds lashed several parts of the erstwhile Medak district on Monday evening. The rainfall brought temporary relief from heat but damaged maize, vegetables, mango orchards, sunflower and other crops

Former Khanapur MLA Ajmeer Govind Naik passed away at Lingapur village in Dandepalli mandal of Mancherial district due to age-related issues. The 88-year-old leader had represented Khanapur constituency three times and played a role in the movement for a separate Telangana State.

Secunderabad railway tracks witness over 1,200 deaths annually due to accidents, negligence, and suicides. Authorities cite distractions, risky stunts, and inadequate safety measures as causes. SCR plans fencing, foot overbridges, and replacement of level crossings with ROBs and RUBs to improve safety.

The Indian Institute of Management and Commerce conducted an online Management Talent Test on March 16, in collaboration with the Institute of Public Enterprise. Over 1,400 students from India and abroad participated, with top performers receiving cash prizes and certificates.

A mathematics school assistant working at Government High School in Burgampadu, Kothagudem district, was suspended after being arrested in a criminal case. Officials said the action was taken as per CCA rules following directions from the District Educational Officer.

Police placed several BRS leaders under house arrest in Echoda mandal of Adilabad district after farmers called for a siege of the Telangana Assembly demanding immediate release of Rythu Bharosa benefits.

A Haritha Hotel constructed by the Telangana Tourism Corporation at Yellandu crossroads in Kothagudem remains unopened despite completion in December 2025. Two rounds of tenders to lease the facility under PPP mode failed to attract bidders.

Osmania General Hospital in Hyderabad has launched a facility to provide free 3D-printed artificial limbs to poor patients who undergo amputations due to trauma or diabetic complications. The initiative, supported by the Rogi Sahayata Trust, helped 10 patients on the first day.