Telangana

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

Osmania University has outrightly rejected the TGCHE recommendation of introducing BE Biotechnology and BA (Hons) Telugu programmes from the academic year 2025-26, citing a dearth of faculty, classrooms, hostels and infrastructure. The University accused the TGCHE of taking the top-down approach, undermining its autonomy

Crocodiles straying from the Manjeera Wildlife Sanctuary into irrigation tanks and farmlands have left farmers in Sangareddy and Medak anxious. With frequent sightings and no monitoring system in place, the reptiles pose a recurring risk to rural communities

Over 1.4 lakh Ganesh pandals will immerse idols in Hyderabad this year. BGUS has set RTA-approved tariffs for vehicles, with trailers costing Rs 33,000 and smaller vehicles from Rs 1,000 upwards. Tokens and time slots will ensure smooth immersion on September 6

The Kumram Bheem irrigation project in Asifabad, meant to irrigate 45,500 acres, continues to rely on polythene covers after cracks developed in its bund. Repair work has been delayed for over a year, leaving farmers dependent on bore wells and streams

Health Minister Damodara Rajanarsimha reached Isojipet in Pulkal mandal by tractor to inspect a breach in the Singur left bank canal after road access was cut off. He ordered immediate restoration work and later reviewed inflows at Singur reservoir

A 40-year-old woman, Boinala Swetha of Gowlipura, died by suicide at Chatrinaka on Saturday night. She jumped from her building’s terrace and died on the spot. Police said family members cited depression due to family issues as the reason

BRS working president KT Rama Rao attended the wedding of Navitha, daughter of late activist Dhanaboyina Narsimlu, saying his presence was not political but a brotherly duty. He said the party’s bond with people is built on trust and family ties

In Sangareddy, Congress leader T Jagga Reddy lightened the mood when an eight-year-old boy asked him for donations for a Ganesh idol. Reddy joked about taking loans before assuring he would contribute before the idol’s immersion

Hyderabad will see moderate to heavy rain this week, while several Telangana districts face red alerts for very heavy rainfall. Adilabad saw up to 173 mm in 24 hours, and IMD warns of more intense spells in the coming days

GHMC Commissioner R.V. Karnan inaugurated the Indie Puppy Adoption Fair at Jalagam Vengalrao Park, urging adopters to treat native puppies as family. Of the 39 healthy puppies showcased, 24 were adopted. The fair promoted the slogan “Adopt, Don’t Shop.”

Former minister T Harish Rao warned that switching the KLIP pumps on and off daily could damage their motors. He accused the Congress government of negligence, citing BHEL experts’ advice, and alleged that pumps were run only during ministerial visits.

Former minister T Harish Rao accused the Congress government of “criminal negligence” for allowing Godavari water from Yellampalli to flow into the sea. He alleged the delay in operating KLIP pumps was deliberate to malign BRS and warned of a farmers’ agitation.

A distributory of the Singur left bank canal breached at Isojipet in Pulkal mandal, Sangareddy, on Sunday—the second such incident in a year. Officials blamed heavy inflows, while farmers alleged poor-quality repairs. Health Minister Damodara Rajanarasimha inspected the site.

BRS working president KT Rama Rao accused Chief Minister Revanth Reddy of turning the scrapped Hyderabad Pharma City into a “Future City” real estate venture. He alleged misuse of farmers’ lands, wastage of public money, and warned the Congress of a BRS-led fight.