Telangana

Adilabad police have invoked the PD Act against Shaik Altaf, the prime accused in the July 19 assault on forest and police personnel during a plantation drive in Echoda mandal. Altaf faces multiple charges including extortion and land encroachment.

Water meters installed under Mission Bhagiratha in Adilabad district have failed to function, leading to unmonitored consumption, wastage, and shortages. Despite adequate water drawn from purification centres, transmission losses and lack of accountability have left several towns parched.

Khairatabad MLA Danam Nagender has dismissed speculation about his resignation, calling it false propaganda. The rumours gained traction after the Speaker concluded cross-examinations in the BRS disqualification case. Nagender and a few other defected MLAs are yet to submit affidavits reaffirming loyalty to BRS.

With local body elections approaching, Congress faces internal tensions as defected BRS MLAs seek ticket assurances. Senior party leaders are pushing for loyalists, creating friction. Meanwhile, ministers head to Delhi over a Supreme Court petition challenging BC reservations and to finalise the Jubilee Hills bye-election candidate.

The Sri Vanadurga Bhavani Temple at Edupayala in Medak district has suffered extensive damage after being submerged by the Manjeera river for 52 days due to heavy rains. Temple structures were washed away, and rituals were relocated to the Rajagopuram. Despite prior warnings, authorities failed to take preventive steps.

A meeting of Telangana BJP leaders at the party’s Nampally office revealed deep internal differences and lack of coordination. MPs and MLAs criticised district-level leadership and weak grassroots mobilisation. The State unit president N Ramchander Rao has proposed to set up a special committee to address the issues.

Despite raids by Hyderabad Police and Excise authorities, the city remains a major hub for drug trafficking. Marijuana, synthetic drugs, and opium are smuggled through multiple routes, exploiting Hyderabad’s connectivity, urban nightlife, and strategic location

Senior BRS leader T Harish Rao launched a scathing attack on both BJP and Congress, accusing them of betraying Telangana’s interests. He criticised the Centre for favouring North India and the Congress-led state government for curtailing welfare schemes.

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Durga idol immersion in Hyderabad faced delays due to heavy rain on Sunday morning. Over 100 trucks were stuck in traffic from Necklace Road to Secretariat. Despite the rain, devotees joined the procession, and immersion was completed by afternoon

After a fight with his second wife over money, a man named Arun climbed a high-tension electricity pole outside the Mailardevpally police station, shouting loudly. Police and fire personnel rescued him and took him into custody for his safety

To reduce traffic congestion, TSRTC plans to introduce rental Metro Deluxe buses for IT corridor employees and add 2,800 electric buses in two years. New charging stations and depots will support this green initiative to improve Hyderabad’s public transport

Hyderabad student Chandrashekar Pole (26) was shot dead by an unknown gunman at a gas station in Dallas, USA. MBT spokesperson Amjedullah Khan urged the State government to push for an investigation and help bring back the body to Hyderabad

The Shahalibanda police filed a case against Goshamahal MLA T Raja Singh for allegedly making derogatory remarks about Prophet Mohammed at a recent rally. A video of the speech went viral, prompting local residents to lodge a police complaint

A 63-year-old man in Hyderabad lost Rs 43 lakh after fraudsters tricked him with fake IPO allotments and trading profits via WhatsApp. They used fake dashboards and threats to extract money. A police case has been registered and investigation is ongoing

A Hyderabad man lost Rs 6.32 lakh after being tricked by fraudsters on Facebook and WhatsApp who promised profits from US Gold Stock trading. Police have registered a case and warned people against trusting unknown investment offers and fake apps

DRI officials in Hanamkonda caught four people with 6.53 kg of Indian Pangolin scales, from about five animals. The Indian Pangolin is a protected species. The suspects were handed over to forest officials for further investigation under wildlife laws

Heavy rains battered Vikarabad district, flooding low-lying areas and disrupting power and road connectivity. Several bridges, including at Nagasamundram and Kokat, were washed away, while traffic between the Karnataka border and Tandur came to a halt. Officials urged caution.

Telangana’s 341 ginning mills have boycotted Cotton Corporation of India tenders, protesting new procurement rules that they say are impractical and harmful to business. The standoff, amid heavy rain damage, threatens to push cotton farmers into a deeper financial crisis.

BRS leader T. Harish Rao accused both the Congress and BJP of betraying Telangana, alleging that neither helped the State despite winning multiple Lok Sabha seats. He likened Modi and Revanth Reddy’s bond to “Chote Bhai, Bade Bhai,” calling their rule anti-Telangana.

Former Minister T. Harish Rao urged the State government to implement 85% reservation for Telangana students in PG medical management seats, accusing it of neglecting local students. He also sought cancellation of the current admission notification and a fresh GO protecting Telangana’s interests.

Heavy rains lashed Hyderabad on Sunday, flooding major roads and colonies. Traffic came to a standstill as returnees from Dussehra holidays struggled through waterlogged streets and congested routes across the city.

A 27-year-old man from Siddipet died by suicide after officials reportedly denied funds under the Indiramma Illu housing scheme, citing deviation from the approved plan. The victim had borrowed heavily to construct the house. Police have registered a case.

Tension gripped Hyderabad’s Chaderghat area after eggs and stones were allegedly hurled at a Durga idol during an immersion procession late Saturday night. Police rushed reinforcements, controlled the situation, and continued patrolling on Sunday to prevent any further disturbance