Telangana

PCB report of water samples from tankers find high levels of lead, cadmium, nickel; police cases have been filed against those selling borewell water from Sunnam Cheruvu for drinking purposes, says Hydraa

Swetcha Votarkar, a 35-year-old Telugu TV news presenter, was found dead at her residence in Chikkadpally, Hyderabad. She was reportedly discovered by her daughter after returning from school.

The worker, M Subba Rao (46), died when a nitrogen cylinder exploded and struck him while he was on duty at the unit 9 turbine.

Women and Child Welfare Minister Danasari Anasuya Seethakka raised doubts over the authenticity of a letter allegedly released by Maoists accusing her of inaction on Adivasi rights violations.

Meets Union Minister Ramdas Athawale, urges Presidential assent for Telangana’s BC reservation Bills. She emphasises the need for 42% quotas in education, jobs, and governance, citing long-standing underrepresentation and growing public support across the State

Pays homage to former Indian Prime Minister on his birth anniversary eve, recalling his legacy as a reformer and Telangana’s pride. Highlights BRS initiatives, including statue installations and the Bharat Ratna resolution

Animal Husbandry Minister Vakiti Srihari assured Indiramma housing scheme beneficiaries that payments would not be delayed, even vowing to sell his house and property if needed. He distributed sanction letters for 291 houses in Makthal on Friday

The Congress government’s flagship events, the Bharat Summit, Miss World pageant and Gaddar Film Awards, have sparked controversies ranging from diplomatic blunders to cultural insensitivity. Critics accuse the government of misplaced priorities amid financial distress and mounting public welfare demands.

A human trafficking racket in Asifabad targeting tribal women has been busted, exposing a widespread and long-standing network. Victims were lured or sold under false promises of marriage, trafficked to northern States, and subjected to abuse and exploitation

MLC K Kavitha has demanded that the Central government confer the Padma Shri on renowned Karimnagar surgeon Dr Bhoom Reddy, citing his medical contributions and association with former Prime Minister Nehru. She urged union Minister Bandi Sanjay to support the demand.

Hundreds of Telangana activists staged a protest in Khammam demanding implementation of Congress's pre-poll promises, including land, financial aid, pensions, and health cards. The Telangana Udyamakarula Forum warned of backlash in local elections if the sixth guarantee is not fulfilled soon

Harish Rao met with representatives of the Patancheru Auto Drivers Association, who expressed concern over mounting debts and shortage of work, primarily due to the free bus services for women.

Principal Secretary Rahul Bojja said the Manjeera dam is structurally safe and not under immediate threat. The government will begin Rs 6.5 crore worth of apron and earth dam repairs following SDSO recommendations. Crest gate leakages will also be addressed

Karimnagar police arrested six motorcycle lifters and recovered 33 stolen bikes worth over Rs.12 lakh. The gang operated across Karimnagar and Rajanna Sircilla districts. Their involvement in 22 cases was unearthed during a vehicle-checking drive near Padmanagar

KRMB has scrapped its staff incentive scheme following a court order but drew criticism for prioritising internal staff matters over critical water-sharing issues between Telangana and Andhra Pradesh. No major discussions on water allocation were held during the meeting

Health Minister Damodara Rajanarasimha announces PG Medical Centre with 50 seats for Husnabad while inaugurating a 100-bed hospital and laying foundation for a 150-bed facility. Ministers also launch key road project and reviewed oil palm factory works

KTR said the Congress government was shameless to claim that the State had no money to fulfill its poll promises, but spent Rs. 29.45 crore for the two-day summit.

Dr SubbaRao M Gavaravapu of ICMR-NIN has been elected Fellow of IUNS for his contributions to nutritional science. His work on food labelling and public health education has shaped national policy. He will be honoured in Paris in August 2025

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Residents of Battupalli village in Asifabad staged a sit-in with empty vessels, protesting the persistent drinking water shortage. Despite multiple complaints and leadership changes, the issue remains unresolved, with Mission Bhagiratha supply proving inadequate for daily needs.

Junior doctors plan indefinite strike, citing unpaid stipends, lack of infrastructure, and recruitment delays. TJUDA demands immediate resolution, including the creation of a green channel for timely payments and release of pending arrears since January

The suspect, Sai Ram, had reportedly promised to marry the female makeup artist and they both lived together for one year in Rahmath Nagar; he reportedly went absconding after collecting money from her

The Telangana government is proposing a 1–2% cess on gig platform bills, to be paid by consumers, for funding a Gig Workers Welfare Board. A draft bill is under discussion, with feedback from stakeholders and Cabinet approval expected soon.