Telangana

The indefinite RTC strike disrupted transport services across erstwhile Adilabad district, leaving over 500 buses off roads. Commuters faced hardship and alleged fare hikes by private operators, while protesting employees demanded fulfilment of promises and warned of intensifying agitation.

A woman allegedly created a nuisance during a drunk driving check in Banjara Hills after refusing a breath analyser test. Police booked a case for multiple violations, while her vehicle was found to have several pending challans and past offences.

Vikarabad police have warned function hall and tent house owners against supporting the TGRTC employees’ strike, calling it unlawful. Authorities said strict action would be taken against those providing venues or logistical support without official permission.

Hyderabad is expected to witness hot and dry conditions with temperatures around 40°C on Thursday, followed by evening thundershowers, lightning, and gusty winds, as similar weather patterns prevail across Telangana, according to IMD forecasts.

The TGSRTC strike entered its second day, disrupting bus services across Telangana. With unions intensifying protests and talks failing, commuters faced hardship, while the government warned employees against continuing the agitation amid ongoing negotiations

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Telangana High Court set aside adverse findings of the P C Ghose Commission against KCR, Harish Rao and others, citing violation of natural justice and statutory safeguards. The court ruled that no action can be taken based on the report while upholding the Commission’s constitution

Chief Minister A Revanth Reddy has directed officials to prioritise reputed companies in land allocation for investment projects. Reviewing MoUs signed at Davos and the Telangana Rising summit, he urged speedy land acquisition and infrastructure development, particularly in Future City.

The Telangana High Court set aside adverse findings of the PC Ghose Commission against K Chandrashekhar Rao, T Harish Rao and others, citing violation of natural justice, while upholding the Commission’s constitution and barring any action based on its report

Irrigation Minister N Uttam Kumar Reddy clarified that the recent High Court verdict on the Justice PC Ghose Commission report does not absolve individuals involved in the Kaleshwaram project irregularities. He emphasised that the court upheld the commission’s constitution and findings.

BRS general secretary RS Praveen Kumar accused the Congress government in Telangana of violating constitutional rights by evicting tribals from forest lands and obstructing housing schemes. He warned that the party would escalate the issue to national commissions if the harassment continues.

In a special drive conducted in Karimnagar town, traffic police seized 140 mopeds (TVS XL) for being operated without valid documents, particularly driving licences. The police also imposed fines under the Motor Vehicles Act and counselled riders.

BRS working president KT Rama Rao welcomed the High Court verdict on the PC Ghose Commission, calling it a victory for Telangana and farmers. He accused the Congress of misinformation and urged immediate repairs to the Medigadda barrage

TGSRTC employees extended strong support to a strike in Karimnagar, citing increased workload and staff shortage after the Mahalakshmi free bus scheme. Employees demanded recruitment, better pay scales, and merger of the corporation with the state government

BRS working president KT Rama Rao alleged a covert understanding between the Congress and BJP in Telangana, questioned the Centre’s inaction on financial claims, and extended support to RTC workers’ strike while demanding fulfilment of employee-related promises

Former BRS MP Nama Nageswara Rao welcomed the High Court verdict on the PC Ghose Commission report on the Kaleshwaram project, calling it a significant development and alleging that earlier actions against BRS leaders were politically motivated.

The High Court has ruled that no action should be taken against BRS leaders K Chandrashekhar Rao and T Harish Rao based on the Justice PC Ghose commission report on alleged irregularities in the Kaleshwaram Lift Irrigation Project. BRS leaders across Medak district welcomed the verdict, calling it a vindication against Congress allegations.

Political parties and civil society groups staged a protest in Jangaon against the removal of kiosks run by Dalit women under the Indira Mahila Shakti scheme. The stalls, including Vanitha Tea Stall and Vijaya Dairy Parlour, were dismantled overnight by municipal authorities on Collector Sandeep Kumar Jha’s orders.

TG EAPCET 2026 has attracted applicants across age groups, including a 65-year-old candidate. With no upper age limit, older aspirants are seeking engineering and pharmacy admissions, primarily to gain qualifications required for licences and regulatory compliance

The Telangana government has promoted six senior IPS officers, including Swati Lakra and VC Sajjanar, to the rank of Director General of Police. The officers will, however, continue in their current postings despite the elevation.

Telangana has shifted admissions for five-year integrated UG–PG programmes to the DOST portal, replacing CPGET. Around 370 seats are available across state universities in courses like MSc and MBA. Eligible Intermediate students can now apply online.

RTC employees’ strike in Telangana is set to intensify as the Joint Action Committee calls for a statewide Maha Dharna. Union leaders accuse the government of inaction, while the agitation continues until their key demands are addressed.

The indefinite TGSRTC strike disrupted public transport across Telangana, halting most bus services and affecting nearly 60 lakh commuters. Limited hired services failed to meet demand, while the government initiated talks and temporary measures to manage the crisis.

BRS leaders in Karimnagar celebrated the High Court verdict on the PC Ghose commission report on the Kaleshwaram project. They called it a setback to the Congress government and alleged the probe was driven by political motives.