Telangana

Hyderabad’s historic LB Stadium, once a hub for cricket and football, now hosts non-sporting events like film functions, reflecting neglect of sports infrastructure even as Telangana unveils ambitious sports plans.

KNRUHS has announced MBBS/BDS web counselling for B, C and NRI quota seats from Sept 22–24. Candidates missing the first phase or not joining allotted seats will lose future eligibility.

Three farmers were assaulted by a police constable while waiting in line for urea at a distribution centre in Peddavoora, Nalgonda. Eyewitnesses said the confrontation arose over delays in distribution. A police inquiry has been initiated.

Bhagyashree Madhavrao Jadhav, once fighting for survival on a ventilator after a life-altering accident, has emerged as a top Indian para athlete. With multiple medals and Paralympic appearances, she now aims for gold at the IndianOil New Delhi 2025 World Para Athletics Championships.

Paladugu Gnaneshwar launched an indefinite hunger strike at the Sangareddy Collectorate, demanding action against industrial effluents flowing into Domadugu farmers’ fields. He called on officials and Chief Minister A. Revanth Reddy to address the ongoing pollution issue.

CCI will pilot its Kapas Kisan app in Medak to ensure transparent cotton procurement, curb middlemen, and streamline farmer participation, with 49 centres being prepared to handle this year’s arrivals.

Viha Reddy and Netra Birudavolu, part of the Indian team that won the FIBA Under-16 Asian Championship Division B in Malaysia, received a warm welcome from Telangana Basketball Association, inspiring young athletes and showcasing the state’s growing basketball talent

Telangana HC directs State government to submit details of terminated Additional Public Prosecutors, their remaining service period, and newly appointed APPs. Petitioners allege illegal terminations without notice. The matter is adjourned for government response on Tuesday

Telangana High Court seeks explanation from Ranga Reddy District Collector over alleged violation of court orders regarding disputed Bhudan lands in Nagaram village. Notices were also issued to IAS and IPS officers; matter posted to October 10

A 79-year-old man, Jayaprakash Ramanna, died of suspected asphyxiation after a fire broke out in his Neredmet residence, possibly due to a short circuit. Firefighters controlled the blaze after four hours, and police have registered a case

CM A Revanth Reddy has directed officials to complete pending land acquisition for Telangana’s RRR and other highways by October. He stressed timely compensation for farmers, clearance of forest hurdles, and approvals for RRR south alignment and major greenfield highways

Hydraa demolished 640 illegal constructions on government land in Gajularamaram, part of over 900 identified by the agency. Commissioner A V Ranganath clarified that the demolitions targeted land grabbers, not poor families, and a report will follow after State Intelligence probe

Hyderabad city will face a 24-hour water supply cut from September 24 to 25 due to leakage repairs in the 1500 mm PSC pumping main from Kalabgur to Hyder Nagar. Some areas will have low pressure, others no supply

Chhattisgarh has granted in-principle NOC for Telangana’s Sammakka Sagar Project on the Godavari River. The project will stabilise irrigation, provide safe drinking water, and benefit multiple districts, with Telangana funding compensation, land acquisition, and resettlement

Chief Minister A Revanth Reddy has urged the union government to compensate Telangana for Rs 7000 crore revenue loss following GST rate rationalisation. He warned that the changes would adversely affect State revenues and asked the Centre to support States

The State government will launch a core urban city plan under Telangana Rising. Chief Minister A Revanth Reddy ordered reforms in schools, healthcare and sanitation, permanent government buildings, lake conservation, and Hussain Sagar’s development into a world-class tourist hub

Over 400 Mission Bhagiratha outsourcing workers in Khammam began a strike demanding clearance of wages pending for four months, disrupting water supply in 17 mandals. Despite repeated assurances, salaries remain unpaid, forcing workers to protest for their dues and survival

Two CPI (Maoist) Central Committee members from Telangana, Katta Ramachandra Reddy (Raju Dada) and Kadari Satyanarayana Reddy (Kosa Dada), were killed in an encounter in Narayanpur, Chhattisgarh. Weapons, explosives, and Maoist literature were recovered, delivering a major setback to the outfit

Bandlaguda police arrested two men involved in auto rickshaw and bike thefts across Hyderabad. Four vehicles were recovered. The accused, aged 19 and 22, targeted parked vehicles. A third suspect is absconding, and police are continuing the investigation

A 62-year-old cloth merchant named Sukumaran died by suicide at his home in Chandragiri Colony, Neredmet, reportedly due to financial struggles. Police registered a case after a complaint from his daughter and have started an investigation

A broken sewer pipeline has left Hyderabad’s Government ENT Hospital in Koti flooded with drainage water, posing health risks to hundreds of patients and staff. Despite repeated complaints, civic bodies continue to shift blame without fixing the problem

Three people have died in Hyderabad after their vehicles slipped on flooded, pothole-ridden roads. Experts warn poor maintenance and silt buildup make roads dangerous during rains. Authorities are urged to repair damaged roads and improve safety before more lives are lost

Barmavath Jairam (28) drowned after slipping into an open agriculture well while harvesting custard apples at Gollakunta Thanda in Alladurg mandal, Medak. His body was retrieved by villagers, and police have registered a case

As Dasara approaches, organisers in Jagtial are luring residents with quirky lucky draw prizes—from goats and hens to beer and liquor—through Rs 150 coupons. Police warn the festive draws are illegal