Telangana

The Telangana State Assembly and Council are set to commence their sessions from August 30, as notified by Governor Jishnu Dev Varma. The State government is expected to table the Justice P.C. Ghose Commission report on the Kaleshwaram project during the proceedings.

The recusal of an NCLAT judge from a case involving Hyderabad-based KLSR Infra citing pressure from a senior member of the higher judiciary has triggered political controversy in Telangana, with allegations pointing towards a senior Congress leader known to have ties with the firm.

The Godavari–Cauvery river interlinking project is facing stiff resistance from riparian states, particularly Chhattisgarh, Andhra Pradesh and Odisha, over concerns of water diversion from Chhattisgarh’s allocation. Meanwhile, Telangana has softened its stance by agreeing to Inchampalli as the diversion point.

Internet disruptions cotinued in Hyderabad with several areas like Banjara Hills, Kukatpally, Madhapur, Kondapur, Habsiguda, Champapet, Manikonda, Secunderabad and Kompally reporting fiber cable cuts, despite the court orders, complains COAI

Union Minister Bandi Sanjay Kumar’s bicycle distribution scheme for 20,000 Class X students in Karimnagar has triggered opposition criticism. Parties allege the move is aimed at creating a future vote bank ahead of the 2029 Lok Sabha elections

Telangana Chief Minister A Revanth Reddy’s first campaign in Bihar drew sharp backlash over his past remarks belittling Biharis. Political leaders, including Prashant Kishor, questioned his presence, while citizens criticised Rahul Gandhi for inviting him to campaign

A headmaster and an auxiliary nurse midwife were suspended in Asifabad district after the death of Class VII student Athram Anurag from an Ashram School. Officials cited negligence, saying timely action could have saved the boy’s life.

An engineering consultant with MGNREGS in Maddur mandal of Siddipet district was arrested by ACB officials for allegedly accepting a Rs 11,500 bribe. The accused was produced before court, and ACB urged citizens to report such incidents.

Warangal-based micro sculptor Ajay Kumar Mattewada created a 0.37 mm sculpture of Lord Ganesha on the tip of an eyelash for Ganesh Chathurthi. Known worldwide for his miniature art, he has earned records, awards and praise from global leaders.

The Telangana government will distribute PDS rice in jute bags carrying the Congress Six Guarantees logo and photos of Chief Minister Revanth Reddy and Minister Uttam Kumar Reddy from September. While officials call it welfare promotion, dealers see it as publicity

The collapse of two piers at Medigadda Barrage in October 2023 continues to spark debate. While official panels blame design flaws, BRS leaders and activists allege sabotage. With explosion sounds reported and questions unanswered, demands grow for a fresh, impartial probe

Ganesh Chathurthi celebrations have begun across the Gulf, with NRIs bringing Ganesha idols from India. While most devotees immerse idols within three days, some communities in Dubai, Muscat and Bahrain celebrate with nine-day festivities featuring larger clay idols

The Telangana State Human Rights Commission has registered a case after a disabled farmer sustained a head injury while waiting for urea in Mahabubabad. A complaint filed by advocate Rama Rao Immaneni alleged negligence by the district administration and sought compensation

BRS leader KT Rama Rao criticised Chief Minister Revanth Reddy and his cabinet for neglecting Telangana’s farmers amid a worsening urea shortage. He accused Congress and BJP MPs of indifference and demanded immediate government action to address the fertiliser crisis.

Telangana records nearly 300 dog bites a day, with 3.4 lakh cases in three years. Experts warn of untreated trauma, especially in children, making it a public health emergency.

The Telangana State Road Transport Corporation (TGSRTC) will add 235 electric buses in Hyderabad by year-end, supported by new charging depots at Ranigunj and Hayathnagar. Officials say e-buses cut running costs to Rs 8/km compared to Rs 20/km for diesel buses.

A six-year-old boy, Mohd Umair, drowned in Sunnam Cheruvu at Adibatla on Monday while following his mother near the lake. Despite her attempts to save him, Umair slipped into the water and drowned. Police have begun an investigation.

A rift has surfaced in Telangana Congress as CM Revanth Reddy rejects promotion of traditional occupations, while TPCC president Mahesh Kumar Goud stresses their protection, exposing contradictions in the party’s welfare promises.

Health Minister Damodara Rajanarasimha inaugurated a sand bazar at Sangupet–Jogipet, Sangareddy, announcing one facility every 20 km radius to supply quality sand at fair prices with online monitoring.

Advocates boycotted court duties in Hyderabad after lawyer Srikanth was allegedly attacked during proceedings. Lawyers demanded immediate implementation of the Advocate Protection Act, warning of a constitutional agitation if the government fails to act.

The Telangana STF busted a fake liquor label racket in Kushaiguda, arresting two associates of a jailed suspect. Officials seized 31,900 fake pouches, 5,000 duplicate excise labels, and printing equipment.

Farmers in Pulkal mandal protested against a fertiliser shop for charging above MSP on urea, disrupting traffic. Former MLA Chanti Kranthi Kiran blamed the Congress government for failing to ensure supply.

Prof M Ghanashyam Krishna of the University of Hyderabad has been elected Academician of the Asia Pacific Academy of Materials, recognised for his pioneering work in thin films, nanostructured materials, and sensors.

Four people, including the husband of former Jagtial municipal chairperson, were injured in a head-on collision between two cars at Kondagattu, Mallial mandal. Police registered a case and began an investigation.