Telangana

Despite political backing and upgraded infrastructure, the Government Engineering College in Kosgi continues to see poor student interest. Only 20.7% of seats were filled in the latest TG EAPCET 2025 second-phase counselling.

BRS has petitioned the NHRC, alleging human rights violations by the Congress government in Telangana, including police bias, phone tapping, and political vendetta. The party cited tribal assaults, surveillance misuse, and child deaths in state-run schools as evidence

Warangal police, in coordination with RTA officials, arrested 15 members of two gangs for producing fake vehicle registration and insurance papers. Seizures included card printing equipment and devices. Five others are absconding, and police are probing RTO staff involvement

Early water releases in the Krishna basin have reignited long-standing tensions between Telangana and Andhra Pradesh. Faulty telemetry systems, stalled irrigation projects, and continued overdrawals by AP are fuelling allegations of unfair water sharing despite tribunal rulings and central interventions

BRS working president K. T. Rama Rao criticised the Congress-led Telangana government for misleading BC communities with a promise of 42% reservation. He also said the Congress had failed to fulfill pre-election promises and urged party workers to prepare for a decisive win in upcoming local polls.

Three Blood Storage Centres sanctioned in 2023 at government hospitals in Manuguru, Aswaraopet, and Yellandu are becoming functional starting Wednesday. These centres aim to help patients access blood locally and support emergency surgeries at Area Hospitals and CHCs in the district

BJP state president N. Ramachander Rao accused the Congress government in Telangana of deliberately delaying the implementation of the 42% quota for Backward Classes (BCs).

Wildlife photographer Lingampalli Krishna addressed students in Adilabad on International Tiger Day, urging them to understand the critical role tigers play in maintaining ecological balance.

A second-year BiPC student from a junior college in Mancherial suffered injuries after slipping on a staircase that lacked protective grills. Police registered a case against the college management, and an inquiry has been initiated to determine the cause

Once a thriving tiger habitat, the forests of Adilabad have witnessed a drastic decline in tiger populations over the past 25 years. Rampant teak smuggling, poaching, and widespread encroachments have contributed to habitat degradation, forcing tigers to migrate to neighboring states.

Hyderabad is witnessing a string of unusual wildlife sightings this monsoon. After hosting elephant Lakshmi for Bonalu, the city is now buzzing over a leopard spotted in Gandipet and a crocodile slithering into Kishanbagh, with snake sightings also on the rise

BRS working president KT Rama Rao paid tributes to Jnanpith awardee Singireddy Narayana Reddy (Sinare) on his birth anniversary, calling him a literary luminary whose poetry, lyrics, and service to Telugu enriched generations. He also recalled Sinare’s role as a Rajya Sabha MP

The BRS will hold a major BC rally in Karimnagar on August 8, demanding 42% reservation in local body elections. The party also plans to approach President Droupadi Murmu, accusing Congress and BJP of blocking the pending BC reservation Bills

BJP state president N Ramachander Rao accused Congress leaders from Khammam and Nalgonda of obstructing Chief Minister Revanth Reddy. He also criticised the State’s fertiliser distribution system, claiming the Centre provided adequate supply for rabi and kharif seasons

Vijay Kiran Agastya has been elected Chairman of ICAI's Southern India Regional Council for 2025–26. A former Deloitte VP and now EdTech founder, he leads a team with strong Hyderabad representation—marking a milestone for ICAI-SIRC’s leadership

Pilli Manasa, a 38-year-old cancer patient from Dumala village, Yellareddypet mandal, died by suicide after consuming 30 folic acid tablets. Financial hardship from her bone cancer treatment and her son's illness reportedly pushed her to take the extreme step

BRS leader Errolla Srinivas criticised the Congress government over delays in relief for victims of the Sigachi Industries fire. He demanded Rs 1 crore ex-gratia for families of the deceased and Rs 50 lakh for the injured, while accusing the government of negligence

An 80-year-old man from Tolichowki lost Rs 19.9 lakh in an online stock trading scam after clicking a fake link embedded in a bogus article. The scam involved false promises of high returns. Cybercrime police are investigating the incident

The iconic 69-foot Khairatabad Ganesh idol is taking shape rapidly, with over 60 per cent clay work completed. Crafted by artisans from Tamil Nadu and Odisha, this year’s eco-friendly idol follows the theme "Sri Vishwashanthi Maha Shakthi Ganapathy" for Ganesh Chaturthi on August 27

Hyderabad Cybercrime police arrested three men from Maharashtra for defrauding a local resident of Rs 44 lakh in a fake investment scam. The accused posed as trading advisors and routed funds through multiple accounts, with international links traced to Dubai

The delay in tendering for Telangana's fishlings distribution scheme has left five lakh fishermen anxious. With the critical July–August release window slipping away, experts warn of lower fish yields and financial losses unless the government acts swiftly

A mega job mela will be held on Saturday, August 2, from 7 AM to 2 PM at Red Rose Palace Function Hall, Nampally. Companies from pharma, IT, banking, education, and more will recruit candidates. Free entry; SSC qualification required

To eliminate the practice of hiring fake patients, the National Medical Commission (NMC) has mandated that all teaching hospitals register patients under ABHA-ID. The move aims to ensure clinical record authenticity and links future MBBS and PG seat approvals to verified patient data

A car wreaked havoc near Taj Krishna Hotel in Banjara Hills, crashing into a median. No injuries were reported, and police are investigating possible drunk driving. The incident, which caused traffic congestion, occurred when the car went out of control