Telangana

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.

Former Minister T Harish Rao supported RTC employees on strike in Siddipet, accusing the Congress government of failing to honour promises. He alleged privatisation plans, financial gaps in schemes, and warned of protests if demands, including employee status, are not met.

An indefinite TGRTC strike disrupted bus services in Mancherial, leading officials to allow both women and men to travel for free. Temporary staff were engaged, while depots remained deserted and employees protested against the government over unresolved demands

NCB Hyderabad seized 69 kg of Alprazolam and arrested three people during a raid on an illegal drug manufacturing unit in Moula Ali. Officials also recovered chemicals used for Ephedrine production, with contraband valued at Rs 17.40 crore.

Cognizant has partnered with OpenAI to scale Codex across enterprise clients, integrating the AI coding tool into its engineering workflows. The collaboration aims to enhance software development through automation, while combining human expertise with AI-driven capabilities.

UPES Dehradun announced its transition into an AI-first university, partnering with OpenAI to deploy ChatGPT Edu across campus. The initiative aims to integrate AI into learning, research, and teaching for over 20,000 students and faculty members.

Premia Academy staged its second theatre production, ‘Sitayan – The Shadow of Flame’, offering a modern take on Sita’s journey. The play highlighted resilience and strength while providing students a platform to showcase their artistic growth before theatre experts.

Cyberabad Police have booked 22 cases and arrested 28 people in a major crackdown on food adulteration over four months. Authorities seized adulterated goods worth ₹64 lakh, exposing illegal units using unsafe ingredients and operating without proper licences.

TGSRTC has urged employees not to join the ongoing strike, warning it may be illegal during ongoing conciliation talks. The management emphasised dialogue, citing legal provisions and cautioning workers about wage cuts and disciplinary action.

Tree removal for Hyderabad’s H-CITI infrastructure project has impacted greenery along a key stretch near KBR Park. GHMC says necessary permissions were obtained and measures are in place to minimise loss as road and excavation work progresses.

Noisy scenes were reported at Huzurabad TGSRTC depot as police tried to operate buses during the employees' strike. Agitating workers protested, raising slogans and blocking the depot gate, while authorities ran buses in other areas with police protection.

BRS working president KT Rama Rao welcomed the High Court’s stay on Justice PC Ghose Commission report, calling it political vendetta by the Congress government, defending Kaleshwaram project, urging focus on farmers’ irrigation needs and criticising alleged misuse of institutions

Hyderabad Metro Rail increases services to 56 trains across all hours due to RTC strike, reducing wait times on key corridors. Frequencies improved on Miyapur-LB Nagar and Nagole-Raidurg lines, with possible extension of last train beyond 11 pm for commuters

A woman constable in Warangal allegedly died by suicide at her in-laws’ house. A suicide note reportedly accused a fellow constable of harassment and mental torture. Police have registered a case of abetment to suicide and launched an investigation.

BRS leader T. Harish Rao said the High Court verdict on the Justice PC Ghose Commission reaffirmed that truth prevails. He urged the Congress government to avoid vindictive politics and expedite Medigadda barrage repairs to protect farmers’ interests.

The RTC strike has severely disrupted Hyderabad’s public transport system, leaving lakhs of commuters stranded. With most buses off roads and talks failing between the government and unions, Metro stations witnessed heavy rush while temporary transport arrangements are being explored.

Telangana schools will close for the 2025–26 academic year on Thursday, with a 50-day summer break starting April 24. Schools will reopen on June 12, while results of SA-II exams will be declared and parent-teacher meetings held.

The Telangana High Court restrained the State government from acting on the Ghose Commission report on alleged Kaleshwaram irregularities, citing procedural lapses. However, it upheld the legality of the Commission’s formation, granting relief to KCR, Harish Rao and others.

A man climbed a high-tension electricity tower in Hyderabad’s Motinagar, alleging that police refused to accept his complaint. Carrying a petrol bottle, he prompted a tense situation as police and local leaders attempted to persuade him to come down.

Over 600 TGRTC buses remained off roads in Khammam as employees launched an indefinite strike, demanding pay revision and merger with the government. Commuters faced severe hardship, relying on costly private transport while protests were held across multiple depots.

Private vehicle operators allegedly overcharged passengers in Kumram Bheem Asifabad during the TGRTC strike, exploiting disrupted bus services. Commuters, especially from rural areas, complained of steep fare hikes and urged authorities to take action against the exploitation.