Telangana

Farmers in Siddipet protested against the delay in the release of Rythu Bharosa for the Yasangi season during a visit by Minister Vivek Venkatswamy and MP M Raghunanda Rao. The minister assured that the incentive would be released soon.

The body of Sangem Raju, who went missing on January 3, was found inside his car submerged in an agricultural well near Vegurupalli in Manakondur mandal. Police retrieved the vehicle after draining water and launched an investigation

Karimnagar MLA Gangula Kamalakar alleged that the municipal voter list was altered overnight and demanded criminal action against those responsible. He accused Congress and BJP of illegal practices and said officials admitted errors and assured corrections.

A disturbing trend of mass killings of stray dogs has emerged in Telangana, with activists reporting over 500 dogs poisoned in Warangal and Kamareddy districts. FIRs have been registered against several sarpanches and their associates for allegedly administering lethal injections.

BRS senior leader G Devi Prasad criticised Chief Minister A Revanth Reddy’s remarks on district reorganisation, saying they had sparked confusion and fear among the public. He argued that any changes to districts would require amendments through the Presidential Order, a process that could take at least two years.

BRS working president KT Rama Rao has been invited to speak at Columbia Business School’s 21st Annual India Business Conference in New York on April 4. Organised by the South Asia Business Association, the event has been a premier platform for dialogue on India’s business, innovation, and policy for over two decades.

Telangana’s district reorganisation plan has triggered fresh demands across Karimnagar. People in Manthani want a separate district named after Sripada Rao, while residents of Rajanna Sircilla fear abolition. The government says reorganisation will follow a scientific method

Hyderabad and Secunderabad witnessed heavy passenger and vehicular traffic as residents traveled for Sankranti. Special trains and buses were deployed, but poor connectivity to Charlapalli and delays caused financial and travel stress. The city appears quieter as festival travel continues.

Raunaq Yar Khan, the 9th Nizam of Hyderabad, organised traditional Sankranti celebrations promoting Hindu–Muslim unity. Festivities included rangoli, Bhogi campfire, folk dances, devotional songs, kite flying, and a grand feast, highlighting gratitude, brotherhood, and cultural harmony.

GMR Aero Cargo & Logistics has launched India’s first airside reefer truck at Hyderabad Airport. The temperature-controlled vehicle ensures safe movement of sensitive cargo between terminals and aircraft, improving cold-chain reliability for pharmaceuticals and perishables.

Civil society organisations in Hanamkonda have launched protests demanding the merger of Warangal and Hanamkonda districts. Leaders and citizens argue that division has hindered development, while political voices urge the government to restore the undivided Warangal district for balanced growth

The Congress government’s district demerger plans have cast doubt over Siddipet’s future as a district. With mandals set to be merged back into Karimnagar and Jangaon, BRS accuses Chief Minister A Revanth Reddy of targeting its leaders and vows to resist

Hyderabad police, in coordination with the FRRO, deported Nigerian national Obasi James Victor, 38, after his arrest in Tolichowki for drug trafficking. His tourist visa had expired, and he had been residing illegally with his family in New Delhi since 2011.

The Congress government’s district reorganisation plans in Telangana have sparked concerns across society. Parents fear fewer college seats, employees worry about promotions, and real estate developers expect further slowdown, adding to challenges already faced by the sector since the government came to power

BITS Pilani’s first placement cycle saw over 920 students secure jobs, with top salaries exceeding Rs 1 crore. Pilani, Goa, and Hyderabad campuses attracted global and domestic recruiters, while internships and the semiconductor sector strengthened students’ career prospects.

Unemployed youth in Telangana have criticised the Congress government’s district reorganisation plan, calling it a delay tactic for recruitment. They demand immediate release of job notifications, warning that the reorganisation may affect zonal reservations and delay filling two lakh vacancies.

Sufi ghazal singer Anita Singhvi from Delhi will perform at Hyderabad’s Chowmahalla Palace on January 17. Organized by Telangana Government’s Sangeet Natak Akademi, the concert will feature her globally acclaimed Sufi music, with top dignitaries expected to attend.

Telangana government forms an eight-member SIT to investigate two sensitive cases: morphed images of CM A. Revanth Reddy and defamatory content against a woman IAS officer. The SIT, led by Hyderabad Police Commissioner V.C. Sajjanar, will probe CCS Hyderabad and Maddur police station cases.

AIMIM concludes its campaign for Maharashtra’s 29 municipal corporation elections. The party is contesting in 24 corporations, focusing on minority and backward-class strongholds. Buoyed by last year’s 81-seat local election victory, AIMIM hopes for a strong showing on January 15.

Khammam One Town police solved the murder of Modam Prameela, who was found dead in Kasba Bazaar on January 9. Two men were arrested after attempting to flee during vehicle checks, with police citing harassment and financial disputes as the motive

Kothur Police have solved the murder of Madhav Biradar (Akash), who was stabbed to death on January 11. Two suspects were arrested; investigations revealed motives linked to a money dispute and personal grudge, and the accused confessed to the crime.

NFHS-5 data show that alcohol consumption in Telangana is much higher than the national average, especially among men. The survey highlights greater usage in rural areas, links with lower education levels, and increased risks of domestic violence.

Mahankali Police are investigating a case in which a woman allegedly cheated over 100 devotees by promising Tirumala darshan and Srivari Seva using fake tickets during the Vaikuntha Ekadashi rush. Police are probing the source of the forged tickets.

A mega job fair will be held in Nampally, Hyderabad, on January 19, offering employment opportunities across multiple sectors. Candidates with SSC qualification can attend free interviews, with some companies also offering work-from-home roles.