Telangana

The Heartfulness Organisation has launched the Heartfulness Academy of Research and Innovation (HARI), India’s first greenfield private deemed university. Guided by Daaji’s vision, HARI begins in 2025 with Agriculture and Horticulture programmes; admissions are now open

The Secunderabad Cantonment Board meeting was postponed after MLA Sri Ganesh and MP Etala Rajender walked out, protesting the denial of voting rights. The meeting was to discuss key road projects, while Karkhana residents staged a protest over road widening

A man, Raghupal Reddy, attacked his parents with a sharp-edged weapon at their apartment in Gandipet, Rajendranagar. Both were severely injured and hospitalised. Police said the accused, who suffers from mental health issues, was taken into custody

A nine-year-old boy, Ghouse Pasha, drowned after accidentally falling into a rainwater-filled sump at an under-construction site in Pahadishareef. The boy had gone to play with friends. Police registered a case and started an investigation

A global study in ISME Communications shows that wild ancestors of modern crops sustain unique soil microbes vital for ecosystem health. The University of Hyderabad team contributed fieldwork on wild little millet, offering insights for sustainable and climate-resilient farming

After an eight-year campaign by Hyderabad paediatrician Dr Sivaranjani Santosh, the FSSAI has banned beverage makers from using the ‘ORS’ label. The decision ensures only WHO-approved medical ORS can carry the name, protecting children from harmful sugary drinks

Suryapet Collector Tejas Nand Lal Pawar suspended four Revenue Department employees after finding them absent during a surprise inspection at the Munagala Tahsildar office. He seized the attendance register and sought a detailed report from the Tahsildar.

Villagers in Chief Minister Revanth Reddy’s Kodangal constituency protested against the relocation of a medical college, veterinary college and school from Appayapally to Lagacherla, alleging the move would halt local development and favour industrial projects in the new location.

Telangana Forest Minister Konda Surekha’s attendance at the Cabinet meeting is uncertain following the N Sumanth controversy. Daughter Sushmita alleges targeting by senior leaders, while husband Konda Murali maintains no disputes with CM Revanth Reddy, as political tensions simmer.

The Supreme Court dismissed Telangana government’s plea challenging the High Court’s stay on 42% Backward Class reservation in local body elections. The apex court directed elections to proceed without reservations and asked the High Court to decide the case on merits.

Endowments Minister Konda Surekha stands by former OSD N Sumanth after police visit her residence following his termination over alleged extortion. Her daughter Sushmitha accuses senior Congress leaders of targeting the family, intensifying Telangana political tensions.

The Telangana government has transferred Medaram Jathara works from Endowments to Roads & Buildings department, citing technical limitations. The move, seen as a snub to Minister Konda Surekha, has heightened political tensions with senior Congress leaders including Ponguleti Srinivas Reddy and CM Revanth Reddy.

Tensions surfaced at Konda Surekha’s Hyderabad residence as her daughter alleged Revenue Minister Ponguleti Srinivas Reddy interfered with Rs.71 crore Medaram Jathara tenders. The episode exposes growing infighting and allegations of corruption among Congress Ministers in Telangana.

BJP Telangana has issued show-cause notices to former MP B Venkatesh Netha and BJP Peddapalli in-charge Gomase Srinivas for reportedly clashing during a party tour. The leaders allegedly abused each other, violating organisational norms, prompting disciplinary action.

In Mancherial, a couple allegedly killed their 10-year-old daughter before dying by suicide, unable to cope with the death of their 12-year-old son from viral fever. All three succumbed to pesticide poisoning, leaving the family devastated.

Konda Murali denied involvement in the recent OSD episode at Konda Surekha’s residence, said he has “no feuds” with Chief Minister A Revanth Reddy and insisted his daughter Konda Sushmitha had every right to voice concerns, while rejecting past allegations against his family.

A 25-year-old man, Antagiri Srinu, died after a speeding car rammed his motorcycle on Vikarabad Bridge on Wednesday night. Police said Srinu died on the spot, registered a case, and seized the vehicle involved in the accident.

Police moved to arrest OSD N Sumanth after his termination over alleged corruption, sparking a political row when the Endowments Minister’s daughter intervened and accused the CM and ministers of orchestrating a vendetta

Shaik Sameer (230 n.o.), Mansoor Ahmed (104), and J. Sai Devesh (174) were the stars of the HCA B-Division Two-Day League on Wednesday. CCOB and Visaka secured commanding victories, with Sameer’s double century being the standout performance

Delhi reached a commanding 256/3 on day 1 of their Ranji Trophy Elite Group D opener against Hyderabad. Despite early breakthroughs by Hyderabad’s bowlers, a solid partnership between Ayush Doseja and Sanat Sangwan ensured Delhi's dominance on the first day

Hyderabad Task Force (East) arrested five persons, including two peddlers, and seized 1.3 kg of hashish oil. The accused sold the drug at Rs 500 per five-gram bottle. A case was registered at Afzalgunj police station

Mallareddy Group of Institutions, in partnership with Google, launched India’s largest digital campus, providing 50,000 students access to AI-based learning, technical skills, and globally recognized certifications. Telangana Governor Dr. Jishnu Dev Varma inaugurated the milestone event in Hyderabad

Minister G Vivek Venkataswamy attempted to refute allegations by BRS leader KT Rama Rao regarding fake voter registrations in Jubilee Hills. However, his statement was contradicted by official data showing a significant rise in voter numbers. BRS leader Manne Krishank criticised the Minister for being unaware of the Election Commission’s records.

MLR Institute of Technology hosted ‘Prerna – To Kindle Interest in Science and Technology’, welcoming 580 students from 22 schools. The Open House and Project Exhibition aimed to inspire young minds and spark curiosity about science and technology in daily life