Telangana

BRS working president KT Rama Rao accused the BJP-led Union government of deliberately delaying the Sircilla Mega Power Loom Cluster. He alleged political vendetta, questioned the Centre’s commitment to cooperative federalism, and urged inclusion of the project in the Union Budget.

A 27-year-old software engineer, Barmavath Manohar, died after his motorcycle rammed into an electric pole on the outskirts of Husnabad while travelling to Karimnagar. The US-returned engineer had recently started a software firm in Hyderabad.

BRS deputy floor leader T. Harish Rao accused the Congress government of large-scale irregularities in Singareni Collieries, alleging tender rigging, inflated contracts and political interference. He demanded a CBI probe and questioned selective cancellation of tenders.

The district administration has proposed converting Yellampalli Irrigation Project, Gandhari Khilla and Gudem Gutta temple into wedding destinations. The initiative aims to boost tourism, create local livelihoods and generate revenue, with plans for infrastructure, hospitality and eco-friendly facilities.

As many as 40 sheep were killed in a stray dog attack at Lakshmakkapally village on Sunday night. The farmer, who depended on sheep rearing for livelihood, has appealed to the government for compensation, estimating losses at nearly Rs 10 lakh.

A government school headmaster in Mancherial district was suspended for availing leave without permission and claiming salary for two months. The action was taken following an inquiry ordered by the Education Department’s Warangal Regional Joint Director.

Hyderabad Police carried out a major reshuffle late Sunday, transferring and posting 54 inspectors across law and order, traffic, security and specialised units. Approved by the Police Establishment Board, the changes aim to improve efficiency and balance manpower across the city.

A man allegedly killed his wife after suspecting her fidelity and attacked his daughter before attempting suicide at Adarsh Nagar colony in Siddipet. The woman died on the spot, while the daughter and accused were hospitalised.

A scooter rider was killed on the spot after being run over by a ready-mix concrete lorry at Aramghar Chaurasta in Hyderabad. Police shifted the body, registered a case, and began an investigation into the accident.

Actress Rashmika Mandanna impressed fans in Tokyo by speaking Japanese during Pushpa 2 promotions, thanked admirers for their warmth and gifts, and promised to return for a longer visit with improved language skills

Under KCR, governance rested on institutionalised trust; under Revanth, auto-debit risks turn citizens into presumed defaulters

The Telangana Cabinet decided to conduct early elections for 116 municipalities and seven corporations. It also approved Rs 2,787 crore for Metro Phase II land acquisition, a nine-km flyover in Hyderabad, and development plans for Godavari Pushkaralu in 2027

The five-day Nagoba Jatara, Telangana’s second largest tribal congregation, began at Keslapur in Adilabad with traditional rituals led by the Mesram clan. Collector Rajarshi Shah and SP Akhil Mahajan were felicitated as thousands gathered to celebrate culture, devotion and community

Deputy CM Mallu Bhatti Vikramarka denied involvement in the Naini coal block tender process and directed SCCL to cancel it. He dismissed allegations as fabricated, criticised a vernacular daily report, and said he would soon disclose all facts behind the controversy

Telangana Football Association mourned Padma Shri SV Adinarayana Rao, who passed away at 86. A former vice-president of the Andhra Pradesh Football Association and long-time Visakhapatnam DFA president, he was also a renowned orthopaedic surgeon remembered for his service to football and society

VJ Cricket Academy defeated Spotlight Cricket Academy by six runs to win the Snackster T20 cricket tournament in Hyderabad. Sourish top-scored with 43, while Rakshita Reddy took 4/14. Ved Krutine, Kanish, and Sourish won special prizes for their performances

Akanksha Semwal and V Pratiksha struck centuries to power Team C to a 28-run win over Team A in the HCA Senior Women’s Probables one-day matches. Despite tons from Sandya Gora and Vanka Pooja, Team A fell short chasing 315

Shaik Shanawaz’s unbeaten 102 and V Mahesh Krishna’s five-wicket haul powered Press Club to a 47-run win over New Club in the Secunderabad Club Inter-club T20 tournament. Despite N Surya Teja’s fighting 78, New Club fell short chasing 192

The Ministry of Defence’s decision to extend the tenure of a Secunderabad Cantonment Board civilian nominated member has triggered protests by the BRS and Congress, with leaders demanding immediate elections instead of repeated extensions of nominated members’ terms

Toll plazas on the ORR and Vijayawada-Hyderabad highway recorded a post-Sankranti traffic surge, with 2.40 lakh vehicles daily. Officials said the increase is largely due to families returning from hometowns, with arrangements in place for smooth movement

CPI national secretary D Raja said parties without a historical legacy were portraying themselves as patriots. Addressing the CPI centenary meeting in Khammam, he attacked the RSS, criticised US pressure on India, and called for unity against communal forces

The recent media reports against a few Ministers are being seen as an indication of how deep the cracks run and how attempts are allegedly being made to belittle them both personally and politically

Patancheru MLA Gudem Mahipal Reddy said his stint with the Congress brought no benefits to him or his constituency. Speaking ahead of municipal elections, he urged supporters to work for the victory of Bharat Rashtra Samithi candidates

The Chief Minister ask the media to seek his clarification before writing anything about Ministers, MPs and MLAs