Telangana

Congress MLA Komatireddy Rajgopal Reddy criticised his government over fund allocation and alleged bias in development works. He flagged delays in irrigation projects and said MLAs were being forced to seek funds from Ministers and the Chief Minister.

BRS leader T Harish Rao launched a scathing attack on the ruling Congress, accusing it of admitting irregularities linked to Revenue Minister Ponguleti Srinivas Reddy’s company but attempting to cover them up through diversionary tactics. He demanded a judicial or House Committee probe into alleged illegal mining by Raghava Constructions.

The Telangana Assembly has passed the Employees’ Accountability and Monitoring of Parental Support Bill, 2026, mandating salary deductions to support neglected parents. Chief Minister A Revanth Reddy described the law as a social responsibility aimed at restoring dignity to the elderly.

A fire broke out in a flat at Alkapuri Colony in Manikonda on Sunday afternoon. The occupants escaped safely after noticing smoke and flames. Fire department personnel and police controlled the blaze, while officials began investigating the cause.

The India Meteorological Department has issued a yellow alert for thunderstorms, lightning and gusty winds across several Telangana districts until April 2. Temperatures are expected to range between 36°C and 41°C, with hailstorms and heavy thundershowers likely in some areas.

Residents of Gundlapalli staged a protest at the local toll plaza demanding road safety measures after frequent accidents. Traffic on Rajiv Rahadari was disrupted briefly before police intervened and convinced villagers to withdraw the dharna

Kothagudem police arrested two persons, including a tourist guide and a tattoo artist from Kashi, for possessing ganja worth Rs 4.99 lakh. The accused procured the contraband from the AP-Odisha border and were caught during their return journey

A historian in Nirmal has identified rocks on a nearby hillock that produce musical tones when struck. Believed to be volcanic in origin, the site has drawn local interest, with calls to develop it into a protected geo heritage spot

The Indian Institute of Technology, Hyderabad, in collaboration with the Fit India movement under the Sports Authority of India, organised ‘Sundays on Cycle’ at its Sangareddy campus. The event drew more than 1,000 participants from the institute and surrounding community.

With the March 31 deadline approaching, GHMC has released the names of six major property tax defaulters with long-pending dues. The civic body urged property owners to clear dues through online platforms and avail the One-Time Settlement Scheme.

Two persons were taken into custody in Mehdipatnam after allegedly abusing and attempting to attack policemen in civilian clothes during a late-night patrol. The suspects initially fled the scene but were later tracked down by the police.

Gajelli Mohan, a social activist and lecturer at Bellampalli Government Degree College, has been honoured with the prestigious Ugadi Puraskaram-2026 by Tara Arts Academy, Hyderabad.

Several grassroots leaders from Asifabad constituency formally joined the Bharat Rashtra Samithi (BRS) at Telangana Bhavan in Hyderabad. The induction, led by MLA Kova Laxmi, saw sarpanches, deputy sarpanches, and former ZPTCs and MPTCs pledging support to the party.

A second-year MBBS student from Gandhi Medical College celebrated his 20th birthday by adopting a honey badger for six months at Nehru Zoological Park. The adoption marks the first instance of the species being adopted under the zoo’s programme.

A farmer in Medak district died by suicide after struggling to arrange funds for his daughter’s marriage. He was found hanging in a defunct rice mill. Police registered a case and shifted the body for postmortem

Two shepherds drowned in a tank in Dharmaram village of Rajanna-Sircilla district while trying to rescue sheep that had entered deep water. Police retrieved the bodies after a search operation and registered a case for investigation

A 39-year-old driver was stabbed to death by his friend following an argument in Narsingi on Saturday night. Police identified the victim as P Karthik of Kokapet and took the accused, Shaik Basha, into custody after registering a case.

A 60-year-old man died after a motorcycle hit him while he was crossing the road in Saroornagar on Saturday night. Police identified the victim as B Ranga Swamy and registered a case against the rider. Investigation is underway.

Autorickshaw drivers in Hyderabad are facing long queues and hours of waiting at LPG dispensing stations due to a severe supply shortage. Many drivers say the crisis is affecting their daily earnings as they struggle to find fuel across the city.

Sambhuti Learning, in association with HSSC, organised an ‘AI Playbook for School Leaders’ workshop in Kompally for over 100 CBSE school principals. Experts discussed artificial intelligence’s growing role in teaching, administration and future-ready educational institutions.

Nizam’s Institute of Medical Sciences will organise a free comprehensive health screening camp for senior citizens on March 31 in Hyderabad. The camp will include diagnostic tests, physiotherapy and counselling services to help detect common age-related health conditions.

Cybercriminals are exploiting gaps in coordination between police wings to operate mule account networks across the country. Officials say better monitoring at the police station level could help track account holders and curb cyber fraud.

Scientists at Hyderabad’s National Institute of Nutrition have developed a five-spice Poly-Herbal Extract that may help prevent serious diabetes complications. Preclinical studies show it can reduce cataracts, kidney damage and nerve disorders, with human clinical trials planned next.

Luxury fashion label Divani has opened its flagship store in Banjara Hills, Hyderabad, with Namrata Shirodkar and other guests attending the launch. The collection revives heritage silhouettes such as khada dupatta and farshi gharara using traditional craftsmanship techniques.