Telangana

Local contractors have opposed TGGENCO’s unified tender for ash lifting from four thermal power plants in Telangana, alleging that eligibility conditions favour large corporations. They demanded separate tenders or lots to enable local contractors to participate and protect livelihoods.

The Malkajgiri Municipal Corporation is preparing Saroor Nagar Lake for Ganesh idol immersion on September 25. Commissioner T Vinay Krishna Reddy reviewed the arrangements and directed officials to expedite pending works and ensure facilities, coordination and public safety.

The Telangana Pradesh Congress disciplinary action committee issued a show-cause notice to Kandi Srinivas Reddy over a clash at a PAC meeting in Utnoor. Six other party leaders were also served notices for allegedly obstructing Peddapalli MP Vamshikrishna

With Ganesh Chaturthi approaching, thousands of transport vehicles are being mobilised across Hyderabad for idol immersion. However, operators say fixed RTA tariffs, rising fuel costs and low payouts from committees are putting heavy financial pressure on the transport industry.

Sangareddy district recorded an 8 per cent rainfall deficit during the first three months of monsoon, while the cultivated area fell by 57,000 acres. Paddy and cotton acreage declined amid delayed rains, low Singur inflows and inadequate water in minor irrigation tanks

BRS cadres staged protests across the erstwhile Khammam district on Monday, condemning the arrest of party MLAs and MLCs in Hyderabad. Leaders organised rallies, road blockades and sit-ins in Sathupally, Khammam, Bonakal and Wyra, targeting the Congress government

The TG FDC has launched Season 2 of its Young Filmmaker Challenge ahead of Bathukamma. The competition includes sections for short films, Telangana folk songs, welfare scheme videos and articles, with entries open until September 23.

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Despite the growing popularity of DJ systems during Hyderabad’s Ganesh processions, traditional brass bands continue to attract patrons. From the nearly 130-year-old Pentiah Band to newer establishments, generations of musicians are keeping the city’s brass-band tradition alive.

Popular YouTuber and NRI A Rama Nandana was detained at Hyderabad’s RGIA after Andhra Pradesh police issued a lookout circular against her. She and her husband are accused of allegedly collecting money from people by promising jobs and sponsorships in London.

BRS cadres staged protests across erstwhile Adilabad district on Monday, condemning police action against party legislators at the Telangana Assembly. Former minister Jogu Ramanna led a rasta-roko in Adilabad, while similar protests were held in Utnoor, Nirmal, Mancherial and Asifabad

Muslim community leaders have raised concerns over the Telangana State Waqf Board’s functioning, citing the prolonged absence of regular meetings, lack of transparency and difficulty in securing appointments. They also sought greater clarity on Waqf revenues and property administration.

BRS leaders and cadres staged rasta rokos across the erstwhile Medak district on Monday, protesting the arrest of party MLAs at the State Assembly. Workers blocked the Rajiv Rahadhari at Ponnala and burnt an effigy of Chief Minister Revanth Reddy.

BRS women legislators demanded an apology from Chief Minister A Revanth Reddy and his resignation as Home Minister over alleged police high-handedness outside the Telangana Assembly, accusing police of manhandling them and questioning women’s safety under the Congress government.

BRS deputy floor leader T Harish Rao called the alleged police action against party legislators at the Telangana Assembly a “black day”, accusing the Congress government of suppressing the Opposition and alleging manhandling of women legislators.

BRS working president KT Rama Rao targeted Rahul Gandhi over alleged police high-handedness against BRS women legislators during a protest at the Telangana Assembly. He questioned Congress’ stand on patriarchy and alleged that women MLAs were manhandled for wearing black.

Folk dancer Madhuri Rathod allegedly attempted suicide at her Hyderabad residence, with the incident coming to light on Sunday. She is undergoing treatment at a private hospital and has alleged that fellow dancer Eshwar Sai deceived her with a marriage promise.

The BRS accused police of manhandling its women legislators during a confrontation at the Telangana Assembly gate on Monday. The party alleged that several leaders were injured, demanded action against those responsible and said it would complain to the Speaker.

The BRS has called for State-wide protests against the Congress government over the alleged police action that prevented its MLAs and MLCs from entering the Assembly in black T-shirts. K T Rama Rao urged party leaders and cadre to stage protests.

The Telangana Assembly was adjourned for 15 minutes on Monday after BJP MLAs demanded a judicial probe by a sitting judge into lands and properties included in the prohibited category under Section 22-A, despite the government offering a short discussion.

The Telangana Assembly session began amid protests as BRS legislators wearing black T-shirts were stopped from entering the premises. Several MLAs, including K T Rama Rao, T Harish Rao, were arrested, while the Opposition accused police of high-handedness and demanded discussions on unfulfilled electoral promises

A 68-year-old Hyderabad woman was allegedly duped of Rs 21 lakh in a digital arrest scam after fraudsters posing as telecom, police and CBI officials threatened her with arrest over alleged illegal activities and pressured her into transferring money.

A minor girl allegedly died by suicide at her residence in Durga Bhavaninagar under IS Sadan police station limits on Monday. Police registered a case and are investigating the circumstances surrounding her death and the reason behind the incident.

Telangana Chief Minister A Revanth Reddy ordered a magisterial inquiry into the alleged rape and murder of a nurse in Hyderabad. He directed officials to pursue a fast-track trial, complete forensic investigations, examine security lapses and support the victim’s family