Telangana

Oil palm farmers in Telangana are reeling from falling prices after import duties were slashed, pushing rates down 10%. With no MSP, rising costs, poor saplings, and logistical issues, farmers warn they may abandon cultivation without immediate support

Tension broke out in Manakondur as Congress and BRS cadres clashed verbally during a BRS protest over alleged Indiramma housing irregularities. Police controlled the situation and dispersed both groups, having deployed heavy force anticipating trouble

BRS leaders alleged that retired government employees in Telangana are suffering due to delays in receiving service benefits. They demanded clearance of Rs 4,000 crore dues, criticised PF fund diversion, and called for abolition of the Contributory Pension Scheme (CPS).

Jadav Surya Kumar, a senior assistant with Ramagundam police, died in a bike accident near Indaram village in Mancherial district. He lost control while trying to avoid a wild animal

The event is part of the government’s mission to create awareness among the youth about the harmful effects of drug use. Ram Charan’s presence is expected to encourage young people to stay away from narcotics and make healthy life choices.

A crest gate at the Priyadarshini Jurala Project failed to open due to a snapped cable, even as Krishna river inflows touched 53,000 cusecs. Authorities rushed technical teams and resumed pending repair work to address operational issues on priority.

Tension erupted in Jainath mandal, Adilabad, as police detained BRS activists protesting against rainwater flooding in their houses. The residents blamed road-widening work for the inundation and demanded preventive measures. A scuffle broke out during the police action.

A government-appointed panel has recommended the rescue and rehabilitation of 1,200 animals from Palamur Biosciences following reports of severe cruelty. PETA India urges immediate action, citing violations of CCSEA norms and unapproved animal testing practices at the Mahabubnagar-based facility.

Two female Maoists were killed in an encounter with DRG and STF forces in Chhattisgarh’s Abujhmad region. The operation was based on intelligence about the presence of CPI (Maoist) Maad division cadres. Arms, medical items and other materials were seized.

A Sub-Inspector and a Constable from Andhra Pradesh’s Konaseema district died in a road accident near Durgapuram in Suryapet district. Their vehicle was hit by a lorry while en route to Hyderabad on an official assignment. Two others were injured.

India No.1 Sreeja Akula reflects on Paris Olympics lessons in a candid chat with teen prodigy Divyanshi Bhowmick; both laud Dream Sports Foundation for crucial support.

K Kavitha demanded a white paper on the Rs 2 lakh crore debt incurred by the Congress government in 18 months, alleging corruption and misuse of funds, and warned of Telangana being labelled an NPA due to mounting unpaid dues.

The woman, who was not identified by the police, was spotted driving a white car on the railway tracks near Kodangal Gate by railway gang members.

The Head of Department of Psychiatry, Government Medical College, Jagtial, will participate in a workshop titled ‘Emerging Trends in Addiction Psychiatry’

NCC Directorate (AP & T) Air Commodore Narsingh Sailani briefs the Director General on the achievements, challenges, and future roadmaps of the NCC groups

Dubbak MLA Kotha Prabhakar Reddy demands the Congress government complete the Irkode lift irrigation and canal works, alleging neglect of the Rs 20 crore balance. He warns against diverting Mallanna Sagar water elsewhere until local works are completed

Karimnagar-based photographer Ponaganti Raju wins a gold medal in the international ‘Our Photo World 2025’ contest for his pre-wedding shot. A self-made artist from a rural background, he has already bagged over 250 national and international photography awards

Kodad police bust inter-state kidney racket that duped vulnerable patients by promising organ transplants. Six members arrested while four are absconding. The gang extorted lakhs from patients, including Rs 22 lakh from a complainant whose surgery never occurred.

Vijaya Kumar, a resident of Vijayawada, lured the people with "buyback and pre-launch schemes" and other investment schemes

To jointly implement ‘Driving Policing Efficiency for Community Impact’; project aims to enable deeper community outreach, enhance victim-centric service delivery

Annual toll pass allows unlimited access across NH toll plazas - subject to a maximum of 200 crossings or one year of validity, whichever comes earlier; confusion over its implementation continues

The Rath Yatra of deities of Lord Jagannath, Balabhadra and Subadra, organised by Shree Jagannath Swamy Ramgopal Trust, will start from Jagannath temple, Secunderabad

Chief Minister A Revanth Reddy has directed officials to draft a long-term urban policy focused on Hyderabad's core area within the Outer Ring Road.