Telangana

BRSV president Gellu Srinivas Yadav and student leaders staged protests across Telangana demanding re-conduct of the Group-1 Main exam, job calendar and fresh notifications. Police arrested several protesters, drawing criticism from BRS leaders who demanded resignations, judicial probe and cancellation of controversial orders.

Raj Bhavan clarified that Governor Jishnu Dev Varma has not cleared the bills providing 42 per cent reservation for Backward Classes in local body elections. Both bills, passed by the Assembly and Council, remain pending with the Governor’s office

The BJP in erstwhile Medak district faces a leadership crisis ahead of Telangana’s local body elections. Several leaders quit or turned inactive after recent polls, leaving the cadre demoralised. Observers say the contest will be between Congress and BRS

A 20-year-old B. Pharma student from Telangana’s Bodhan was arrested by Delhi Police Special Cell in a nationwide crackdown on an alleged ISIS-inspired sleeper cell. He is among five held from different states for suspected terror links and recruitment efforts.

The BRS is preparing a series of legal petitions against the Congress government after the Telangana High Court quashed FIRs against party activists. The verdict, seen as a safeguard for political dissent, is expected to nullify most pending cases

A five-year-old girl fell into an open manhole in Hyderabad’s Old City. Though rescued quickly by her mother, the incident sparked outrage. GHMC blamed Hydraa, which has launched an inquiry and appealed for citizen cooperation

Osmania University and other Telangana universities will introduce facial recognition-based attendance this academic year, ending the decades-old “food and bed” culture. Students must secure 75% attendance for tuition fee reimbursement and exams, with the new system also covering affiliated colleges and staff.

With Speaker’s notices and Supreme Court directions looming, BRS turncoat MLA Bandla Krishnamohan Reddy faces pressure in Gadwal. As defections weaken the Congress, speculation over his possible return to the BRS has sharpened political fault lines ahead of local body polls.

BRS working president KT Rama Rao demanded a special Telangana Assembly session to address the Group-1 recruitment scandal, accusing the Congress government of selling posts. He called for a fresh exam, a judicial probe, and strict punishment for culprits.

A 50-year-old woman was brutally murdered at her Kukatpally apartment in Hyderabad on Wednesday. Police suspect two domestic workers who allegedly tied up and stabbed the victim before fleeing with cash and gold. Special teams have been deployed to trace them.

Jubilee Hills police booked film producer Shaik Basha and his wife for allegedly cheating an NRI family by refusing to vacate a leased property. Basha claimed a 99-year lease despite the original 2013 agreement requiring him to vacate in 2023.

Mohammed Zaid, a student from Old Malakpet studying at the University of Bridgeport, Connecticut, sustained critical injuries after being hit by a car. Admitted to St. Vincent’s Medical Centre, he remains on a ventilator. His family seeks government support and emergency visas.

Formed in 2015 with 15 members, the Khammam Two Wheelers Mechanics Association now has 270 members and has spent ₹11 lakh on welfare. It offers financial aid for education, health, marriages, and emergencies, and plans to build a permanent office.

Food safety teams in Telangana found multiple violations during inspections at schools, hostels, mid-day meal kitchens, and eateries. Violations included lack of food licenses, synthetic colour use, expired pulses, and unsafe containers. Samples of dal and tamarind were sent for testing.

Bharat Hooda led the charge with 13 points, while Chetan Sahu (6 points) and skipper Vijay Malik (5 points) played strong supporting roles, helping the Titans notch their third victory on the trot

Two separate lightning strike incidents in Khammam district on Wednesday led to the death of a dairy farmer and a buffalo. A farmer was fatally struck while grazing cattle in Sathupally mandal. In another incident in Chunchupally mandal, a buffalo was killed, and several homes reported damage to electronic appliances.

At the Inspire-Ignite India personality development conference held by Priyadarshini Educational Institutions in Khammam, speakers encouraged students to trust their inner voice and adopt a positive mindset to succeed in life. The event focused on nurturing intellectual talent, guiding youth towards national development, and discouraging harmful habits.

A one-day national seminar titled ‘Sahiti Murtula Sahitya Samalochana’ was held at IIMC College to mark Telangana Language Day and commemorate the birth anniversaries of iconic Telugu writers.

The BRS has intensified its attack on the Congress-led Telangana government following the High Court’s scathing verdict on irregularities in the Group-1 Main examination. The party demanded the cancellation of the exam, withdrawal of GO 29, and dropping of cases against protesting job aspirants.

Congress’ attempt to target BRS in the Formula-E case has backfired, with electoral bond purchases revealing potential quid pro quo concerns for the party itself. Critics argue if bonds indicate corruption for BRS, the same scrutiny applies to Congress and BJP

A Siddipet court has sentenced Pingali Narendar Reddy to 20 years’ imprisonment and fined him Rs. 1.50 lakh for the rape and murder of a 21-year-old woman in 2012. The crime occurred in Koheda mandal, and the verdict was delivered by First Additional District and Sessions Judge Y. Jayaprasad.

A Sangareddy court has sentenced a 20-year-old man to 20 years of rigorous imprisonment for raping a six-year-old girl in 2019. The incident occurred at IDA Bollaram, involving the daughter of migrant workers. The special POCSO Court, presided over by Judge K. Jayanthi, delivered the verdict after hearing both sides.

The Intermediate Education Department in Telangana has mandated that all leave requests by teaching and non-teaching staff in government junior colleges must be processed through the HRMS portal. Leave without prior approval will be considered as unauthorised absence, attracting disciplinary action.

BRS leader KT Rama Rao welcomed the Telangana High Court’s decision to quash three cases against party activist Shashidhar Goud, arrested for reposting BRS content online. The court criticised the police for their illegal actions and warned against stifling free speech.