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Telangana Chief Minister Revanth Reddy told the Supreme Court that the 2015 cash-for-vote trap laid by the Anti-Corruption Bureau was illegal, as it was conducted without an FIR. His counsel, senior advocate Mukul Rohatgi, argued that the prosecution was unsustainable under the Prevention of Corruption Act as it stood in 2015, which did not cover bribe givers.
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The Hyderabad Cricket Association (HCA) needs to address the growing issue of cricket development in districts. By expanding affiliation to clubs, introducing women’s leagues, and reforming the selection process, the HCA can create a more inclusive and competitive system
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Singareni Collieries Company Limited (SCCL) has engaged its retired senior officials to help chart a roadmap for achieving 100 million tonnes of annual coal production. A brainstorming session in Kothagudem saw former Directors share strategies for growth, cost reduction, and diversification
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Sri Vidhushekhara Bharati, Shankaracharya of Sringeri, will visit Telangana from October 16. His itinerary includes Basar, Vemulawada, and Hyderabad, where he will attend spiritual gatherings and perform consecrations. The state government has made arrangements to receive him as state guest.
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Ahead of Deepavali, Khammam police have approved 128 firecracker shops through a draw of lots, with strict instructions on safety and legal compliance. Additional DCP Prasad Rao warned of legal action against unauthorised storage or sale of fireworks and urged the public to report violations.
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Farmers in Khammam district are still awaiting the Rs 500 per quintal bonus promised for Yasangi paddy, even as officials prepare for Vanakalam procurement. Over Rs 65 crore remains unpaid to more than 18,000 farmers, prompting many to consider selling their produce to private buyers.
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Ten candidates filed 13 nominations on Wednesday for the Jubilee Hills by-election, bringing the total to 30 candidates and 35 nominations so far. The District Grievance Committee released Rs 21.21 lakh seized cash after verifying five genuine cases
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The Indian Army inaugurated ‘Dronalaya’ and ‘Yantralaya’ at MCEME, Secunderabad, to enhance drone, unmanned, and robotics training. Lt Gen Neeraj Varshney launched the facilities on the 83rd EME Corps Day, strengthening the Army’s tech-driven operational readiness
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BC Hakkula Sadhana Samithi staged a protest in Kothagudem demanding Prime Minister Narendra Modi enact legislation to ensure 42 percent reservation for Backward Classes and include it in the 9th Schedule.
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Telangana is set for a record Kharif harvest of 148.30 LMT from 68 lakh acres, but warehouse shortage threatens procurement. With FCI and private stocks already full, farmers, millers, and traders face storage crises, urging government intervention
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A press meet at the BJP State headquarters in Hyderabad turned chaotic when leaders of Backward Classes organisations clashed over a disagreement regarding the display of photographs. The altercation, which occurred in the presence of senior leaders including R Krishnaiah and N Ramchander Rao, escalated into a physical confrontation before being brought under control.
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Four members of a family, including two children, were killed in Kamareddy district when a tipper lorry coming from the wrong direction collided head-on with their electric two-wheeler. Two died on the spot, and two others succumbed in hospital.
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BRS leader T Harish Rao accused both the Congress and the BJP of betraying Telangana’s interests and ignoring people’s issues. He criticised Rahul Gandhi and Revanth Reddy, and urged voters to support Maganti Sunitha in the Jubilee Hills by-election.
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With Diwali shopping in full swing, Hyderabad Cybercrime Police warn citizens about rising online scams involving fake shopping links, malicious apps, and phishing messages. Officials urge people to stay alert, avoid unverified links, and report any suspicious activity immediately
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Sangareddy: The district police on Wednesday seized 260 kg of dry ganja worth Rs 1.30 crore from two cars transporting the contraband from Odisha to Maharashtra. Acting on a tip-off, a police team led by S-NAB Inspector Nageshwar Rao and Munipally Sub-Inspector Rajesh Nayak intercepted the vehicles at Kamkole toll plaza on National Highway 65 […]
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A government teacher from Siddipet has documented 51 suicides in Veluru village, most involving small farmers facing debt, crop losses, or family distress. His book Veluru Atmahatyala Gosa highlights the worsening agrarian crisis and calls for counselling and government support.
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A Sangareddy-based NGO, Raghu Arikapudi Seva Trust, built a permanent house for Odisha’s ‘Tree Man’ Gunithram Jena, who planted over one lakh trees across 10 villages. Founder Arikapudi Raghu said he will add a kitchen and washroom soon
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An 11-year-old government school student escaped a kidnap and assault attempt by an auto driver in Hyderabad’s Mirchowk. She jumped from the moving auto, sought help, and locals caught the accused, who is now in police custody
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BRS working president KT Rama Rao calls for a united all-party effort to secure constitutional BC reservations, urging BJP and Congress to act in Parliament. He criticizes Congress and Telangana CM Revanth Reddy for inconsistent policies and pledges BRS support to BC organisations.
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Sangareddy-based NGO RAST has built a permanent home, Prakruthi Nilayam, for Odisha’s ‘Tree Man’ Gunithram Jena, who planted over 1 lakh trees in Jajpur district. The two-room house supports his ongoing environmental efforts with future kitchen and washroom additions.
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Minority voters in Jubilee Hills expressed anger at the Congress for failing to deliver on promises made before the last elections. Residents complained of halted welfare benefits, pending pensions, and worsening civic conditions since the Congress came to power two years ago
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Mahindra Group’s new cultural festival ‘Roots’ debuts at Mahindra University, Hyderabad, on November 22. The event features artists like Raghu Dixit Project, Swarathma, Alif, and Gotte Kanakavva, celebrating India’s folk traditions with a youthful, contemporary twist
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South Central Railway set a record by earning Rs 1.08 crore from ticket checking on a single day. During the festive rush, 16,105 ticketless or irregular travellers were fined across six divisions, marking the highest-ever revenue in SCR’s history
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The Telangana Drug Control Administration has made testing for toxic solvents Diethylene Glycol and Ethylene Glycol mandatory in all oral liquid drugs. The move strengthens quality checks after recent syrup-related deaths, warning strict legal action for violations
