Telangana

The HMWSSB has warned of a possible opening of floodgates at the Himayatsagar reservoir due to rising inflows from continuous rainfall in the catchment areas. Authorities, including revenue and police departments, have been advised to implement flood standard operating procedures (SoPs) and prepare for potential downstream impact.

The Telangana High Court has granted interim relief to Chalmeda Anand Rao Institute of Medical Sciences by staying a Rs. 20 lakh fine imposed by KNRUHS, pending a legal decision on whether the university has the authority to levy such penalties. The court acknowledged the petitioner's argument that the fine lacked statutory backing and violated principles of natural justice.

A massive fire engulfed Gubba Pharma Cold Storage in Annaram village, Sangareddy district, on Wednesday night, destroying much of the facility. Firefighters from three districts responded swiftly to contain the blaze and protect nearby industrial units.

In Siddipet's Jagadevpur Mandal, a school bus driver was found intoxicated while transporting 40 students on Wednesday evening. During a routine inspection, police determined that Parushuramulu, the driver for The Master Minds School, was under the influence of alcohol.

A 58-year-old tribal farmer, Kudimetha Shankar, died after being struck by lightning while preparing his field in Pardi village, Koutala mandal. He was rushed to a hospital but was declared brought dead. He is survived by his wife and four children

Former Minister T. Harish Rao criticised the Congress party's recent protest in Delhi on BC reservations, calling it a "flop show" and exposing what he described as the party’s insincerity and internal contradictions.

The Irrigation Department’s eviction notices to residents near the Lower Manair Dam sparked political backlash in Karimnagar. BRS MLA Gangula Kamalakar visited affected colonies and vowed support, questioning the move and warning against HYDRAA-style demolitions in the district

A joint raid by the ACB, Legal Metrology, and Sanitation Department at the ST Residential Hostel in Mahabubabad village revealed poor hygiene conditions and lack of electricity in student washrooms. Findings were submitted to the concerned authorities for further action.

Singer-actor Suchitra Krishnamoorthi teams up with director Seshu KMR for Vande Mataram, an original patriotic song set to release on August 15. The teaser, released on Tuesday, blends visuals and melody

BRS MLA G Jagadish Reddy criticised the Congress and BJP over the Kaleshwaram project report, calling it politically motivated. He defended KCR and accused the government of deception. A clash also broke out between Congress and BRS workers at Atmakur

An Assistant Engineer (AE) and an Assistant Lineman (ALM) from the Northern Power Distribution Company Limited (NPDCL) in Khammam have been suspended for allegedly demanding and accepting bribes to provide agricultural electricity connections.

The Telangana Medical Council has filed FIRs against 500 unqualified medical practitioners across the state, most of whom falsely claimed to be rural doctors. TGMC officials said such practitioners pose a serious threat by treating patients without proper medical qualifications

CPI State executive member Bolloju Ayodhya Chary tragically passed away in a road accident near Suryapet on Wednesday while en route to Hyderabad for a medical checkup. His car collided with a truck, resulting in his death.

A three-year-old LKG student sustained a head injury at a private school in Saidabad after a teacher allegedly threw a tiffin box at him. The parents have filed a police complaint, and an investigation is ongoing

Karimnagar’s famed Peacock Restaurant is set to open its first international branch in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia. Known for its Hyderabadi cuisine, the restaurant aims to cater to the diaspora and locals alike, serving as a cultural and culinary bridge

Telangana CM A Revanth Reddy has accused the BJP-led Centre of blocking Presidential assent to the BC Reservation Bills. During a protest in Delhi, he warned that Congress would escalate its agitation if the delay continues, calling it anti-BC

Osmania University police arrested eight students for abusing officials during a public drinking incident on campus. A scuffle broke out when police objected to the act near Tagore Auditorium. All were granted bail after being produced in court

Sunil Naik, 20, was caught with 14 kg of ganja at Secunderabad railway station. He had purchased the contraband from Odisha and returned to Hyderabad by Konark Express. A case has been booked under the NDPS Act

A Musheerabad resident was duped of Rs 35.2 lakh by fraudsters posing as representatives of a fake rental portal. Promised commissions and bonuses, he kept depositing funds until the scamsters demanded Rs 12 lakh more. Cybercrime police are investigating

ACB officials arrested Jagtial District Transport Officer Banothu Badru Naik for accepting a bribe of Rs. 22,000 from a JCB owner. He had earlier demanded Rs. 40,000 for releasing a seized vehicle and two phones. His retirement was due this month

ACB officials arrested Jagtial District Transport Officer Banothu Badru Naik for accepting a bribe of Rs. 22,000 from a JCB owner. He had earlier demanded Rs. 40,000 for releasing a seized vehicle and two phones. His retirement was due this month

The proposed widening of the Kothagudem–Yellandu bypass road remains stalled, despite letters from the local MLA and civic appeals. Residents continue to suffer due to traffic congestion, poor road conditions, health risks, and frequent accidents amid complete administrative inaction

Former BC Commission chairman Vakulabharanam Krishna Mohan Rao criticised the Congress’s Delhi protest on BC reservations, calling it a publicity stunt. He urged the government to take the legal route and questioned the legitimacy of the hastily prepared BC reports

British Deputy High Commissioner Gareth Wynn Owen visited MNR University and called for deeper UK-India collaboration in higher education. He urged students to explore platforms like UK Healthcare Bootcamps and highlighted maternal and child health during World Breastfeeding Week.