Telangana

Adilabad police busted a six-member gang, including a minor, involved in mobile phone snatching. Seven phones were seized from the accused. Police said the gang targeted passengers and hospital visitors and warned the public against buying refurbished mobiles without receipts

BRS president K Chandrashekhar Rao condoled the death of CS Soundararajan, chief priest of Chilkur Balaji Temple. He and KT Rama Rao praised the priest’s spiritual and social service and expressed condolences to his family and devotees

BRS deputy floor leader T Harish Rao criticised the Telangana government for forming an education commission without qualified experts. He questioned the credibility of the proposed education policy and demanded transparency and proper academic representation in decision-making

The Telangana Public Health Doctors Association has urged the state government to appoint in-service PG-qualified doctors as Assistant Professors through lateral entry. The association said this would help address the shortage of specialists in government medical colleges and improve healthcare services

Seventeen teams cleared the brake test on Day 2 of Baja Se India-2026 at BVRIT, Narsapur. Students competed in dynamic and static events, while organisers introduced the new Honda GX430 engine to enhance off-road performance and engineering learning.

IPEMA–Poultry India and the National Egg Coordination Committee celebrated World Protein Day 2026 in Hyderabad, stressing the importance of protein in daily diets. Experts highlighted nutrition gaps and promoted poultry as an affordable protein source for better health

Residents of Andalamma, Green City and nearby colonies in Mancherial are facing severe health problems due to toxic smoke from burning waste at a municipal dry resource collection centre. Despite repeated complaints, the issue has persisted for nearly two decades.

The family of Burnigani Sanjeeva, a Hyderabad Water Board employee declared brain dead, donated his organs under the Jeevandan programme. His two kidneys were transplanted to needy patients, taking Telangana’s total organ donations under the scheme to 24

The Telangana Civil Supplies Department will implement new GOI-mandated quality norms for rice under TPDS from KMS 2026-2027. Millers agreed to limit broken grains and supply 20,000 metric tonnes of steamed rice for welfare schemes including Mid-Day Meal

Hyderabad cybercrime police have arrested a Visakhapatnam native at Chennai airport in connection with a matrimonial and cryptocurrency investment fraud. The accused allegedly created fake profiles to trap victims and cheated one complainant of over Rs 11 lakh

Buggy power efficiency and technical tests were conducted on the second day of Mechanical Baja SAE India 2026 at BVRIT, Narsapur. Students showcased engineering skills in various static and dynamic events, with 36 teams completing technical inspections

Cyberabad Police have arrested four persons, including two bank employees, for allegedly opening mule bank accounts to facilitate online fraud. Police said Rs 6.67 lakh was routed through one account and efforts are on to trace more accused and victims

A Mancherial court posted the bail petition of BRS district president Balka Suman for hearing after police opposed it. The court dismissed the police custody plea earlier. Suman is in judicial remand in connection with an alleged convoy attack case.

Farmers of Kadlapur village in Vikarabad district protested against the proposed acquisition of 587 acres of fertile land for an industrial park. They alleged lack of prior notice, raised concerns over the SIA survey and warned of livelihood and environmental impact.

Nissan Motor India has launched the All-New Nissan GRAVITE at an introductory price of Rs 5.65 lakh in Hyderabad. The seven-seater MPV marks a new phase in the company’s India strategy and focuses on Indian families

The Telangana Education Commission has recommended reviewing teacher salaries, adopting English as the primary medium of instruction, discontinuing EAPCET and NEET, merging SSC and Inter boards, and reforming promotions to enhance quality education and student welfare in the State

Union Minister Bandi Sanjay Kumar has accused the Telangana government of cheating farmers by delaying Rythu Bharosa payments. In a letter to Chief Minister A Revanth Reddy, he demanded immediate release of funds and warned of protests

Human rights lawyer Rama Rao Immaneni has approached the National Human Rights Commission seeking action over the alleged illegal eviction of families from Bhoodan lands in Khammam. He has demanded compensation, inquiry, and strict action against responsible officials

TGSRTC launched the ‘GI on Wheels’ programme in Hyderabad to promote Telangana’s 18 GI-tagged products. Specially designed buses showcasing six major handicrafts aim to increase visibility, strengthen cultural identity and support rural artisans’ livelihoods.

Former Minister Koppula Eshwar accused the Congress government of targeting the poor through large-scale house demolitions in Telangana. He alleged 600 houses were razed in Khammam and warned that 50,000 more could face demolition under the Gandhi Sarovar project.

The Revenue and Survey and Land Records departments will conduct a high-precision re-survey of agricultural lands in Sangareddy using GPS technology. New pattadar passbooks with geo-coordinates will be issued to prevent encroachments and improve transparency in land records.

Families displaced after demolition of houses at Vinobha Navodaya Colony in Khammam have alleged lack of food, water and basic facilities at temporary shelters. Drone visuals of the demolition have gone viral, drawing criticism against the government action.

BRS working president KT Rama Rao accused the Congress government of demolishing poor homes to raise funds for real estate interests, delayed completion of Warangal super specialty hospital, and prioritising luxury constructions over public welfare.

Mango farmers in Jagtial are facing heavy flower drop after delayed flowering this season. Sudden weather changes and insect attacks are blamed for the damage. Horticulture officials have advised preventive sprays as arrivals to markets may be delayed.