Telangana

The Puligundala Ecotourism Project in Khammam district has been inaugurated, offering cottages, boating and jungle safari. The initiative aims to promote eco-friendly tourism, generate local employment and develop Kanakagiri as a major tourist destination

Villagers staged a protest at Dammapet police station in Kothagudem alleging that an SI assaulted two farmers and tried to implicate them in a false gambling case. Police assured an inquiry following intervention by the DSP

As per the Central Board of Secondary Education, which released the Class X exams results on Wednesday, 25,263 girls from Telangana secured a pass percentage of 99.93 percent, while 31,127 boys got 99.70 percent. Overall, the State registered a pass percentage of 99.80.

The BRS has urged Union Minister Annapurna Devi to initiate a probe into alleged irregularities in the procurement of smartphones for Anganwadi workers in Telangana under the Poshan Abhiyan scheme.

Thousands of new vehicles in Telangana remain stuck at showrooms as permanent registration numbers have not been generated for several days. The disruption, linked to technical issues in the Union government’s Vaahan portal, has left applicants and showroom staff in confusion.

Students and faculty of Ethic Academy School in Mancherial expressed gratitude to the police department for installing traffic signals at key junctions. They met DSP Bhaskar and presented handmade drawings and letters as a token of appreciation.

The Telangana School Education Department, in collaboration with Amazon Future Engineer and Pi Jam Foundation, has rolled out an AI literacy programme for nearly 2 million students in government schools. As part of the initiative, 2,000 laptops have been distributed to KGBVs and CURE schools to enhance digital access.

BRS working president KT Rama Rao criticised the Union Government for linking women’s reservation with delimitation and constitutional amendments, urging immediate implementation without complications. He warned that basing seat increases solely on population would disadvantage southern states and trigger backlash.

The Anti-Corruption Bureau (ACB) in Karimnagar trapped municipal Assistant Engineer Nusum Sudhakar Reddy while he was accepting a Rs 50,000 bribe from a contractor in Huzurabad.

GHMC’s Early Bird property tax scheme has collected Rs 93.02 crore so far, with Khairatabad leading among zones. Shamshabad recorded the lowest collection. Malkajgiri Municipal Corporation also reported strong early performance with ₹61.95 crore collected in 15 days.

Rupi alias Bhagya, a Maoist area commander killed in an encounter in Chhattisgarh, was laid to rest in her native village in Siddipet. Family members and villagers gathered to pay their last respects amid emotional scenes

TGSRTC employees have announced an indefinite strike from April 22. Here’s why it’s happening, what they’re demanding, and how it could impact over 60 lakh daily commuters across Telangana.

Residents in Khammam and Warangal are facing severe heatwave conditions, with temperatures crossing 42 degrees Celsius. Daily life has been disrupted, while coal miners are demanding relief measures, including shift changes and basic facilities, amid rising heat in mining areas

A delegation from Newcastle University met TGCHE Chairman V Balakista Reddy to explore collaboration in AI, healthcare, and innovation. The university is also evaluating Indian cities for establishing an offshore campus, citing Telangana’s strong industrial and IT ecosystem.

Unidentified persons stole gold ornaments and Rs 60,000 in cash from a scooter parked in Moghalpura, Hyderabad. The owner had gone to attend prayers. Police have registered a case and are analysing CCTV footage to identify the culprits.

The Congress leadership has decided to speed up filling of long-pending nominated posts in Telangana. Discussions also covered delimitation, Cabinet reshuffle and party strengthening, with key decisions expected soon after a Political Affairs Committee meeting.

GHMC Commissioner RV Karnan inspected the Shastripuram RoB after a media report and confirmed it is ready for inauguration. He also reviewed Nalgonda flyover works and directed officials to expedite construction for completion by June.

Former Chief Justice of India BR Gavai has joined NALSAR University as Chair Professor. He declined a salary and delivered a lecture on development and equality, while also inaugurating the Ambedkar Chair office to support academic research.

Singareni Collieries Company Limited is facing financial stress due to pending bills worth over Rs 21,000 crore from power generation units. Delayed payments, rising costs and fund diversion concerns may impact salaries, welfare activities and future expansion plans.

Students at Osmania University protested against delays in scholarships and fee reimbursement dues, citing financial hardship. ABVP activists joined the agitation, warning of larger protests if the government fails to release pending funds and fill faculty vacancies soon.

Civil Supplies officials and police seized 35 tonnes of PDS rice near Shamirpet and arrested two persons. The rice, meant for public distribution, was being illegally diverted to Madhya Pradesh. Authorities are investigating the larger smuggling network involved.

Activists and alumni protested in Patancheru demanding protection of Zilla Parishad High School land after demolition of its boundary. Allegations of encroachment and ownership disputes have surfaced, with calls for legal action and construction of a new school building.

Hyderabad is witnessing a rise in gastroenteritis and other water-borne diseases amid intense summer heat. Hospitals report increased admissions, with a localised outbreak in Secunderabad linked to sewage contamination. Officials urge precautions like boiling water and maintaining hygiene.

Senior Congress leader Mohammed Javed died in a road accident on the Khammam-Hyderabad highway in Suryapet district. He was travelling to Hyderabad when his car lost control. Leaders expressed shock, remembering his dedication to the party despite electoral setbacks