Telangana

With rising inflows into Himayat Sagar, HMWSSB issued its fourth flood warning in four days, cautioning residents along the Musi River. The water board said releases will be increased to 6,000 cusecs, while GHMC monitors Hussain Sagar levels.

With heavy rains lashing Telangana, three shepherds and over 100 sheep were rescued from a flooded stream in Kamareddy, while fears of soil erosion near Laknapur project in Vikarabad grew. IMD issued red and orange alerts for several districts.

The IMD Hyderabad has issued a red alert for Mulugu, Bhadradri Kothagudem, and Mahabubabad due to extremely heavy rainfall. Orange and heavy rain warnings have also been issued for surrounding Telangana districts, urging residents to remain cautious.

BRS working president KT Rama Rao criticized the Congress government for poor civic hygiene in Hyderabad and other towns, citing unmanaged sewage, garbage, and rising seasonal diseases, while contrasting it with proactive BRS administration measures before monsoons.

The Godavari River upstream of Pranahita experiences heavy flooding due to widespread rainfall. Sriram Sagar Project receives inflows of 1.51 lakh cusecs, prompting flood alerts and controlled water releases to irrigate over 15 lakh acres across Telangana.

The India Meteorological Department has forecast intense thundershowers with intermittent moderate rain and gusty winds in Hyderabad on Monday and Tuesday, warning of waterlogging, slippery roads, and possible disturbances in electricity and municipal services.

BRS working president KT Rama Rao and senior MLA T Harish Rao paid tributes to Sardar Sarvai Papanna Goud on his birth anniversary in Hyderabad, lauding his fight for Bahujan empowerment, social justice, and equality, and urging people to draw inspiration from his legacy.

BRS working president KT Rama Rao condoled the deaths of five people electrocuted during Sri Krishna Janmashtami celebrations in Ramanthapur, Hyderabad. He urged immediate government support for families, wished speedy recovery to the injured, and called for safety measures.

Heavy rains lashed medak on sunday night, breaching tanks and culverts, disrupting traffic, and cutting road connectivity. multiple water bodies overflowed, causing fresh trouble as pothula boguda culvert collapsed and mothuku kunta tank breached again.

Siddipet, Medak, and Sangareddy districts received heavy rainfall, with Gouraram in Siddipet recording 235.8 mm. Low-lying areas were inundated, disrupting normal life. Authorities set up control rooms and urged residents to venture out only for urgent needs.

Five people were electrocuted and four injured during a Sri Krishnashtami chariot procession in Gokulenagar, Hyderabad, when the chariot came into contact with live wires while being pushed manually. Police are investigating the incident.

Hyderabad and its neighbouring districts witnessed moderate to heavy rainfall overnight, with Medchal-Malkajgiri and Rangareddy recording the highest showers up to 46 mm, leaving several areas soaked under damp and chilly weather.

Central Telangana districts including Siddipet, Kamareddy, Medak and Yadadri Bhongir faced extreme rainfall, with Gouraram in Siddipet topping at 236 mm. Several mandals across the region reported rainfall above 150 mm.

BRS working president KT Rama Rao sharply came down heavily on the Election Commission of India for its perceived bias toward the NDA government and failure to uphold democratic principles. Responding to recent press remarks by the Chief Election Commissioner, Rama Rao called for a comprehensive revision, not just of electoral rolls but of the ECI itself.

As Telangana awaits a resolution on the 42% Backward Classes reservation issue, the State Election Commission has proactively begun preparations for the local body elections. With over 1.3 lakh ballot boxes secured and voter lists mapped, officials are waiting for a nod from the poll body.

BRS working president KT Rama Rao strongly criticised the Congress government during a party workers’ meeting in Sircilla, citing a urea shortage and unfulfilled poll promises. He accused Chief Minister Revanth Reddy of focusing on rhetoric rather than action and claimed the current regime was targeting citizens with false cases.

SCCL has discovered an estimated 30 million tonnes of coal in the Ramagundam region, near Godavarikhani. With older mines nearing depletion, SCCL has intensified exploration and is evaluating ways to link new deposits with existing infrastructure.

Telangana continues to suffer under relentless monsoon rains, with widespread crop loss and infrastructure damage reported across several districts. Flooding in districts like Adilabad, Mahabubabad, and Suryapet has submerged cotton and paddy fields, washed away saplings, and damaged roads, bridges, and canals.

A fresh Low-Pressure Area (LPA) over the Bay of Bengal is expected to significantly intensify monsoon activity across Telangana. The India Meteorological Department (IMD) has issued red and orange alerts for several districts, warning of extremely heavy rainfall until August 21.

A crocodile was spotted for the third time this monsoon in Hyderabad’s Musi River, resting on a rock near Langer Houz. Children alerted elders, who informed the police. Forest officials have been notified to handle the situation

By mid-August, Telangana’s Kharif sowing crossed 1.10 crore acres, surpassing last year’s figures. However, sowing is largely confined to rain-fed areas due to inconsistent rainfall, urea shortages, and irrigation delays. Delayed MSP bonuses have further impacted farmers' liquidity, leading many to opt for less water-intensive crops

BITS Pilani celebrated the achievements of 8,450 working professionals graduating under its Work Integrated Learning Programmes. About 1,050 attended in person, while over 7,400 joined virtually through Metaverse technology, including 122 graduates from 24 other countries.

A mega job mela will be held on August 19 at Simal Garden, Malakpet, from 8 am to 1 pm. Companies across pharma, healthcare, IT/ITES, education, and banking will conduct preliminary interviews. Entry is free, and SSC-qualified candidates can attend

Traffic congestion is rampant in Hyderabad’s Old City, particularly on Charminar–Chandrayangutta and Shamsheergunj–Kalapather roads. Citizens say alternative routes are available but underused due to haphazard parking and minimal police guidance, worsening travel times during peak hours