Telangana

Facing intense protests from the BRS, the Telangana government has sanctioned Rs 303 crore to clear Overseas Scholarship dues for students from marginalised communities. The decision comes after weeks of unrest and is seen as a strategic move to ease public discontent before the Jubilee Hills bypoll.

With the Supreme Court’s deadline looming, disqualification proceedings against 10 BRS MLAs who joined the Congress remain incomplete. Only four hearings have concluded, while others are pending or delayed due to requests for more time.

In Kothagudem, Superintendent of Police B Rohith Raju handed over Rs 9.5 lakh in reward money to three surrendered Maoists as part of a government-sanctioned rehabilitation initiative. He condemned the Maoist leadership for exploiting tribals and urged remaining underground cadres to surrender and embrace democratic methods.

With days to go for polling, the Congress faces growing dissent and dwindling support in the Jubilee Hills bypoll. Chief Minister Revanth Reddy’s campaign suffered a major embarrassment after poor turnout and a survey showed the BRS candidate leading comfortably

Cyclone Montha unleashed widespread destruction across Telangana on Wednesday, bringing torrential rains to Warangal, Nalgonda, and Khammam districts. Overflowing streams, submerged roads, and disrupted railway services crippled normal life. Two people died in separate incidents caused by heavy rains. Reservoirs including Yellampalli and Lower Manair Dam reached full capacity, prompting controlled water releases.

The BRS has filed a formal complaint with the Election Commission, accusing Chief Minister A. Revanth Reddy of violating the Model Code of Conduct during the Jubilee Hills by-election campaign. Led by Gangula Kamalakar and Vaddiraju Ravichandra, the BRS delegation demanded Revanth's removal as a star campaigner and deployment of central forces for impartial polling.

In a politically charged move ahead of the Jubilee Hills bypoll, the Congress government in Telangana is reportedly set to induct former cricket captain Mohammed Azharuddin into the State Cabinet, despite his lack of legislative membership. The decision, proposed by Chief Minister Revanth Reddy and cleared by the party high command, aims to appeal to Muslim voters amid BRS's growing strength.

EAGLE team constable Charan Kumar, injured in a car-lorry collision on the Pune-Solapur highway on September 19, died at home after being discharged from the hospital post-surgeries. Chaderghat police have registered a case and are investigating the incident

SR Nagar police registered a case against software professional Varun after he allegedly drove recklessly into Nature Mythri Apartments and verbally abused flat owner Venkata Adithya and his family. Police are investigating the complaint and circumstances of the incident

Cyclone Montha triggered widespread rainfall across Telangana, with Warangal recording over 24 cm. The IMD-Hyderabad issued an orange alert for several districts, warning of continued heavy rains even as Hyderabad witnessed persistent showers since morning

Three individuals were arrested in Adilabad for allegedly stealing liquor and cash from a wine shop in Bela Mandal. The trio was apprehended during a vehicle check after they fled the scene on Monday night. Police seized stolen liquor, cash, a motorcycle, and mobile phones from the suspects.

BRS working president KT Rama Rao termed the Jubilee Hills by-election a contest between the ‘Car’ and the ‘Bulldozer’, urging voters to reject the Congress for its alleged betrayal of backward classes and failure to fulfil key welfare promises

In a show of unity and health awareness, over 1,000 cyclists participated in a rally in Hanamkonda led by Warangal Commissioner of Police, Sunpreet Singh. The rally, marking Police Commemoration Week, saw enthusiastic participation from youth, children, and police personnel. The event aimed to promote cycling for better health and to honour fallen police martyrs.

With Cyclone Montha triggering heavy rains across Telangana, Chief Minister A Revanth Reddy placed the administration on high alert and directed all departments to ensure public safety, protect crops, and provide relief in low-lying areas facing flooding and damage

The South Central Railway advised passengers to avoid non-essential travel as Cyclone Montha caused heavy rains and flooding, disrupting trains in Telangana and Andhra Pradesh. Several trains were cancelled or diverted, and SCR set up war rooms and helplines for assistance

Heavy rains caused by Cyclone Montha disrupted life in Hyderabad’s Old City on Wednesday. Markets remained empty, schools were closed, and waterlogging was reported in several areas. GHMC and police teams monitored flooding and worked to restore normalcy across low-lying zones

On World Stroke Day, HCAH SuVitas launched the Center for Advanced Robotics and Recovery in Telangana to enhance stroke and neuro rehabilitation using robotics and AI. The initiative aims to bridge India’s rehabilitation gap and accelerate patient recovery nationwide.

After heavy overnight rains, water levels rose sharply in Osman Sagar and Himayat Sagar. HMWSSB officials opened the floodgates for the second day to release surplus water into the Musi River and are monitoring inflows closely to ensure public safety

Amala Akkineni, Director of Annapurna College of Film and Media, is representing the college at the CILECT Congress 2025 in Mexico. The event gathers global film educators to discuss the theme “The Transformative Power of Conscience in Twenty-First Century Cinema.”

Sripada Yellampalli Project officials lifted nine floodgates to release 72,801 cusecs of water downstream as the reservoir reached full capacity. Heavy inflows from Sri Ram Sagar and Kadem projects due to continuous rainfall led to the release.

A 45-year-old man was killed when a tree fell on him during heavy rains in Suryapet district on Wednesday. The victim, identified as Kota Lakshminarayana, was travelling on a two-wheeler when strong winds uprooted the tree near Chandupatla village

Train services under the South Central Railway continued to remain disrupted due to heavy rains caused by cyclone Montha. Several trains were cancelled, partially cancelled, or diverted after severe waterlogging at Dornakal Yard. Restoration work is underway

A goods truck was washed away along with its driver while attempting to cross the overflowing Nimmavagu stream at Jannaram village in Khammam on Wednesday. Heavy rains caused by cyclone Montha led to the mishap. Rescue efforts are underway

With steady inflows from the Mid Manair Reservoir and Moyathummeda rivulet, LMD officials lifted two gates to release 4,000 cusecs of water downstream. The public has been cautioned against crossing the river as inflows continue to rise.