Telangana

A leopard sighting on the outskirts of Dharmapuri temple town has prompted forest officials to issue a public alert. Farmers reported spotting the leopard in paddy fields near Kamalapur Road, leading to an investigation by forest beat officer Jeevan and his team.

The BRS is preparing a two-pronged counterattack against the Congress government over alleged irregularities in the Kaleshwaram Lift Irrigation Project. While the Congress is pushing a political narrative based on a truncated report by the Justice PC Ghose Commission, the BRS is challenging the findings’ legality.

BRS leader T Harish Rao said the party will set up offices in all 43 Siddipet wards ahead of the 2026 municipal polls. He claimed people want KCR back as CM, accusing the Congress government of failing promises

In Telangana’s Munya Nayak Thanda, villagers carried a pregnant woman for 2 km to reach an ambulance due to no road access. She gave birth midway, highlighting the hamlet’s long-standing road woes and unfulfilled political promises

Aurora University partnered with Quality Thought Info Systems India to launch a one-day B Tech Career Event for 2025 Intermediate pass-outs, offering CSE insights, an AI-focused session, and a scholarship test to boost students’ higher education opportunities

Hyderabad has seen relentless August downpours, causing severe flooding, traffic chaos, and public frustration. With three 100 mm rain events already this month, IMD warns of peak monsoon ahead, leaving residents anxious about safety and daily commutes

The Hyderabad Met department has issued an orange alert for heavy to very heavy rainfall in Hyderabad and several Telangana districts from August 14–17, and a yellow alert from August 11–13. Light to moderate rain is expected statewide till August 17

HMRL is set to open India’s first fully automated puzzle parking system at Nampally, built with German Palis technology. The 15-floor complex offers 10 parking levels, commercial space, cinemas, and a city-viewing gallery, accommodating 250 cars and 200 two-wheelers

After TG EAPCET 2025 final phase allotment, 11,638 engineering seats remain vacant in Telangana, with private colleges worst affected. Computer Science courses saw high demand, while mechanical and civil branches lagged. Kosgi government college recorded just 28.2 per cent admissions

Regency College celebrated 30 years in hospitality education with Déjeuner Royal, a French-themed luncheon by BHMCT students under Chef Rohith Rajole. The eight-course menu, with wine pairings and butler service, highlighted French culinary traditions and India–France hospitality ties

Farmers in Karimnagar, already hit by poor rainfall, face unofficial power cuts, with supply reduced to 14–15 hours a day. Heavy reliance on borewells for paddy irrigation is causing voltage drops, motor burnouts, and increased financial strain

Forest officials accused Dimda villagers of encroaching on 2,635 acres of forest land despite owning revenue land. They offered land to genuine landless farmers and alleged political influence behind protests, saying reclaimed areas would help tiger conservation in the region

Cyberabad police booked 340 people during a special drunk driving check on Saturday night. Most offenders were two-wheeler riders. Twelve had BAC levels above 301 mg/100 ml. All have been directed to appear before the court

A fire broke out in the Civil Supplies Department’s godown at the Agriculture Market Yard in Metpalli, Jagtial, on Sunday. Two fire tenders brought the blaze under control. Gunny bags were destroyed, causing Rs 9 lakh in estimated damage

Telugu cineworkers have threatened to halt film shoots over wage disputes, rejecting producers’ partial hike proposals. The Federation demands equal pay hikes for all 10,000 workers, while actor Chiranjeevi distances himself from the strike. Talks with the Film Chamber continue.

Heavy overnight rains flooded several areas of Hyderabad’s Old City, damaging homes, shops, and vehicles. With little official help, residents tried clearing water themselves as multiple localities reported severe waterlogging, causing inconvenience to commuters and losses to traders.

GHMC will hold an indie puppy adoption drive at Jalagam Vengalrao Park, Banjara Hills, on August 17. The initiative aims to find homes for stray puppies, offering health checks and vaccinations to encourage adoption over pet purchases.

Heavy rain on Saturday night brought Hyderabad to a standstill, flooding key areas and stranding commuters for hours. Nampally recorded 11.75 cm rainfall, with GHMC and civic teams battling waterlogging, fallen trees, and debris to restore traffic flow.

Police constable Anil from Karimnagar, who had attempted suicide by consuming pesticides two days ago, died while undergoing treatment at a hospital in Peddapalli on Sunday. Police are investigating the cause of the incident.

With a goal to attract Rs. 15,000 crore in investments, generate employment for three lakh youth, and increase the tourism sector’s GDP contribution by 10 percent, the government aims to position Telangana among the top five states in domestic and international tourist arrivals.

Raksha Bandhan, a festival celebrating the sacred bond between brothers and sisters, was observed with traditional enthusiasm across Telangana on Saturday. Women tied rakhis on the wrists of their brothers as a gesture of love and protection. Both CM Revanth Reddy and Governor Jishnu Dev Varma extended heartfelt greetings to the people.

The Kothagudem police marked World Tribal Day with a rally and welfare announcements. SP Rohith Raju detailed projects including sports complexes, libraries and mobile hospitals, while noting that over 300 Maoists have surrendered under the state’s rehabilitation policy this year

In Saidapur mandal, Karimnagar, a severe urea shortage led farmers to adopt an unusual method of queuing, placing their slippers in line to reserve spots at a fertiliser distribution center. The incident highlights ongoing agricultural supply challenges in Telangana during the critical crop season.

The Congress government has come under scrutiny for sidelining the Palamuru Rangareddy Lift Irrigation Scheme (PRLIS) while its flagship Narayanpet-Kodangal Lift Irrigation project has faced multiple delays and controversies. Despite financial allocations and promises to complete both projects, work has stalled, leaving critical irrigation projects in limbo.