Telangana

In Hyderabad, doctors at Gandhi Hospital successfully removed a rare 2.8-kg, 45-cm enlarged spleen from a woman suffering splenomegaly and pancytopenia. The complex surgery was successful, and the patient is recovering well

In Adilabad, police arrested ten persons for betting on Indian Premier League matches in Echoda mandal. Authorities seized motorcycles, mobile phones, and cash, warning of strict action against gambling and keeping close watch on habitual offenders 

In Nizamabad, unseasonal rains damaged standing and harvested crops, leaving paddy and turmeric farmers facing heavy losses. Stocks drying on roads and market yards were soaked, causing distress across multiple mandals as farmers reported widespread agricultural damage

In Hyderabad, BRS leader KT Rama Rao congratulated 'Telangana Today' for winning an international honour at the 8th International Newspaper Design Competition, praising its editorial excellence, creativity, and contribution to showcasing Telangana’s media talent globally

In Hyderabad, police caught a man attempting to sell exotic American and Mexican turtles in Chandanagar. The accused, a software employee, was taken into custody, animals seized, and handed to Forest Department officials. Investigation into illegal wildlife trade continues

In Amangal, Ranga Reddy district, a man allegedly killed his wife and son while critically injuring his daughter in a knife attack at their home. The suspect, Banavath Ram Das Naik, reportedly carried out the assault under the influence of alcohol following a domestic quarrel.

A transformer explosion due to heavy load triggered a fire in Marthanda Nagar, Hafeezpet, Miyapur at midnight. Flames destroyed a Tata Ace mini truck and two motorcycles. Firefighters controlled the blaze promptly, preventing casualties, while authorities investigate the incident’s cause

The Telangana High Court upheld G.O.Ms.No.33 on police cadre allotment, dismissing a writ appeal by personnel, ruling that the order was valid and did not violate the Presidential Order, 2018 or administrative procedures.

An adult civet cat was killed after being hit by a vehicle in BHEL township, Sangareddy, with residents alerting officials, highlighting the presence of wildlife in the area due to its significant green cover.

AIMIM MLA Ahmed Bin Abdullah Balala criticised the Telangana government in the Assembly over the non-release of Constituency Development Funds for two years, alleging that funds were selectively allocated to Congress MLAs under Special Development Funds

Renowned physician Dr Daram Raghuram unveiled ‘Maneru Teeram’, a bilingual Telugu-English poetry anthology by Sahitya Akademi awardee Varala Anand, in Karimnagar. He said creativity and poetry help people confront hardships while reflecting the deeper truths of life

The State Election Commission announced that elections for Chairperson and Vice-Chairperson posts in Ibrahimpatnam, Kyatanpally and Khanapur municipalities will be held on April 4 at 12.30 p.m., with April 5 kept as an alternative date

Congress MLC Vijayashanthi questioned the Telangana government over the delay in implementing promises made to Telangana movement fighters, including house plots, government jobs and pensions for martyrs’ families, stating that more than two years have passed without progress

Civil Supplies Minister N Uttam Kumar Reddy said the Telangana government is exploring options to address the auto LPG shortage in Hyderabad. The crisis, caused by delayed LPG vessel arrivals amid Middle East tensions, has affected urban mobility and triggered protests by auto drivers

TT receives acclaim for its striking Rewind page illustration ‘A Genocidal Book?’ by Chief Artist Guru Prasad, at the 8th International Newspaper Design Competition

The Telangana Legislative Assembly’s Budget session concluded after 10 days, with Speaker Gaddam Prasad Kumar adjourning the House sine die. The Assembly passed the Appropriation Bill, cleared 10 Bills and referred one to a select committee

The Bill raises serious questions on free speech, constitutional limits, and state power. Is this legislation or licence?

The Sports Hackathon in Hyderabad brought together students, athletes, and startups, producing 2,132 sports innovations across 24 disciplines. The event highlighted youth creativity, real-time problem-solving, and technological solutions, with plans to publish a souvenir for further development

GHMC officials removed 33 encroachments, including permanent and temporary structures, during a drive from Lalapet Flyover to Street No. 1 in Tarnaka. The civic body said the action aims to improve traffic flow, pedestrian safety and urban management.

GHMC Commissioner R V Karnan inspected the ongoing KBR Park Package flyover works near Park Hyatt in Banjara Hills and directed officials and MEIL to speed up construction. Excavation for six pier foundations has been completed, with further structural works set to begin.

The CAG report flagged serious concerns over Telangana’s fiscal management, highlighting gaps between budget estimates and actual spending, rising debt, declining revenues and underutilisation of funds, raising questions over financial discipline and economic sustainability under the current government

ASHA workers staged a protest on a national highway near Jadcherla in Mahabubnagar, demanding pending salaries and implementation of promised pay hike. The protest disrupted traffic, and a brief scuffle broke out between workers and police.

AITUC-affiliated Singareni workers laid siege to the SCCL head office in Kothagudem, demanding release of Rs 50,000 crore dues and action on key issues. Leaders warned of intensified protests and a possible strike if demands remain unmet

Senior leader T Jeevan Reddy criticised the State government for lacking a clear plan to utilise Godavari and Pranahita waters. He raised concerns over delays in key projects and warned of a potential water crisis in Telangana.