Telangana

The UGC’s decision to ban psychology courses under open distance learning (ODL) from July 2025 has drawn opposition from academics. Experts argue that psychology is widely studied by professionals globally in distance mode and urged UGC to reconsider the ban.

Mohammed Nizamuddin, a 30-year-old software professional from Telangana, was allegedly shot dead by US police during a domestic dispute. Before his death, he posted about facing racial discrimination and harassment. His family seeks government help to repatriate his body

Forest Minister Konda Surekha has raised objections after Labour Minister Vivek Venkatswamy met forest officials without her knowledge. She has taken the matter to the CMO and is expected to meet CM Revanth Reddy amid simmering tensions between the two Ministers.

A drunk man, Kaleem from Maharashtra, attacked a head constable and home guard with a knife at Kubheer police station following a family dispute. The constable suffered an abdominal injury. Kaleem fled but was later detained. Investigation continues

Warangal Congress infighting has left Minister Konda Surekha isolated, with colleagues skipping events she attended. A recent clash with MLA Nayini Rajender Reddy over temple board appointments has widened the rift.

Nizamuddin (34), a Mahabubnagar native working in California, was allegedly shot dead by police following a quarrel with roommates. His father has appealed to the Union government to repatriate the body.

BRS leader T Harish Rao mocked the Congress government’s revised Pranahita-Chevella project, contrasting it with Kaleshwaram, and sarcastically calling the cost-benefit mismatch an “engineering marvel” and proof of “technical genius.”

Bhukya Balaji, 28, from Suryapet, died by suicide in Yousufguda after being abused and struck with a slipper over a Rs 1,000 debt. Police registered a case and are investigating.

A family quarrel turned fatal in Hyderabad’s Kokapet when a woman stabbed her husband during a heated argument. Locals rushed him to hospital, but he succumbed. Police arrested the accused wife.

A business dispute in Hyderabad’s Petbasheerabad turned violent when crane operator Anand and his associates attacked Srikanth Goud and Ali. Srikanth died on the spot, while Ali remains in critical condition.

City Job Fair is scheduled to take place on September 20 from 8 am to 1 pm at Khaja Mansion Function Hall in Hyderabad's Masab Tank area. Organised by Mannan Khan, the free event will feature numerous companies from various sectors

B V S K Lingeswara Rao won silver in mixed doubles (55 & above) at the BWF World Senior Badminton Championships in Pattaya, Thailand, partnering Suzanne Vinglet. India secured seven medals overall

Hyderabad Agricultural Co-operative Association is changing its traditional sales model by setting up six firecracker stalls at NTR Stadium. The stalls will operate 24 hours a day from October 16 to 20

Medak is facing LPG gas shortage, leading to long queues for cylinders. A strike by truck owners has disrupted supplies from a Bharat Gas agency, causing panic among residents

Class X students of ZP Girls' High School in Bayyaram staged a dharna demanding the appointment of a social teacher, citing fears of failing upcoming board exams. Despite repeated appeals, no action has been taken.

A fast track court in Mancherial sentenced a young student to 20 years in prison for raping a differently-abled girl in 2022. The court also directed Rs. 7 lakh compensation to the victim through the DLSA.

In response to hundreds of petitions challenging the validity of unsigned GST notices, officials from the GST department gave a live demonstration before the Telangana High Court. They clarified that all notices are digitally signed and legally valid, even if the signature isn’t visibly displayed during download.

The Telangana High Court has directed Yadagirigutta police to submit an explanation in a case against BRS MLA Harish Rao over a temple ritual allegedly violating norms. The Court also issued notices to the temple Executive Officer.

Value Zone Hyper Mart has opened an outlet in Ameerpet, offering curated Dasara collections in fashion, groceries, and homeware. Founders emphasise delivering unmatched value, variety, and enhanced shopping experience this festive season

Two children from Turkapally village in Yadagirigutta went missing while playing on Thursday morning. Thanks to swift action by local police, they were traced within three hours in a nearby forest area and safely reunited with their families.

Former BRS MLA Peddi Sudharshan Reddy has accused Chief Minister Revanth Reddy and Minister Uttam Kumar Reddy of embezzling funds in a Rs 380 crore paddy tender scam. He criticised the State Cabinet’s limited action of recovering Rs 66 crore and demanded a judicial probe.

The Munugode MLA denied rumours of his resignation, calling them ‘fake news’. He clarified that raising objections within the party does not mean quitting Congress and promised to announce his political plans at a press conference

IMD Director General Dr Mrityunjaya Mahapatra highlighted the urgent need for collective strategies to mitigate climate change impacts on horticulture and agriculture. Experts emphasised improvements in weather forecasting

Aarogyasri health services in Telangana remain suspended for a second day as private hospitals protest against unpaid dues amounting to Rs 1,500 crore. Despite appeals from Aarogyasri officials, the State government has yet to initiate dialogue with the TANHA, which is leading the strike.