Telangana

A casting artist has been booked by Banjara Hills police after a budding actress accused him of sexual harassment, intimidation and non-payment of dues. The actress alleged threats and inappropriate behaviour after being called to meet him in Hyderabad.

TGSRTC has announced special arrangements to ensure smooth transportation for students as schools reopen after summer break. MD Y Nagi Reddy directed officials to restore routes, align schedules with school timings and operate additional services to meet student commuting demand.

The Transport Department launched a statewide inspection drive as schools reopened, checking over 1,000 buses and booking 150 violations. Thirty-five buses without fitness certificates were seized. Officials said strict enforcement will continue to ensure student safety across the State.

Residents of Vempalli village in Sirpur (T) mandal staged a rasta roko demanding immediate closure of belt shops and unauthorised liquor outlets. Women alleged illegal liquor sales were harming families and urged authorities to conduct inspections and take strict action.

Krishna Sadan and Recytronics Foundation honoured 15 caregivers in Hyderabad ahead of World Elder Abuse Awareness Day. The initiative recognised individuals who altered personal and professional commitments to ensure the dignity, wellbeing and consistent care of elderly family members and dependants.

BRS spokesperson Manne Krishank urged Hyderabad District Collector Priyanka Ala to investigate the status of an eight-acre land parcel in Thokatta, allegedly worth Rs 800 crore. He sought verification of records and action to safeguard government interests in the property.

BRS working president K.T. Rama Rao praised Hyderabad entrepreneur Gaddam Shivaganesh, whose startup vision has earned international recognition. The founder secured a $100,000 grant, featured in Forbes 30 Under 30 Asia 2026 and plans a student-focused financial institution.

Chief Minister A. Revanth Reddy alleged that BRS leader K.T. Rama Rao was behind efforts to delay Hyderabad Metro Phase II expansion. He claimed a Rs 13,600-crore loan was being blocked for political reasons despite all formalities being completed.

Players from Masters Badminton Academy won several medals at the Karimnagar District Badminton Championship-2026. The academy secured top finishes in multiple boys’ and girls’ categories, with Harshavardhan, Prasanna, Aadhya and Nandini among the standout performers.

Adilabad police have busted an inter-state gang allegedly involved in smuggling spurious cotton seeds and arrested five persons. Authorities seized fake seeds, pesticides, packing equipment and a car worth about ₹20 lakh. Four other accused remain absconding as investigations continue.

As the FIFA World Cup captivates football fans worldwide, several video games offer immersive ways to experience the sport. From eFootball and Dream League Soccer 26 to Goals and FC 26, these titles deliver realistic gameplay, online competition and World Cup-inspired action.

Ongoing underground drainage works at Gandi Maisamma junction have caused severe traffic congestion for months, delaying thousands of commuters. Narrowed roads, rainwater stagnation and heavy vehicle movement have worsened conditions, though authorities say restoration work will soon be completed.

Vehicle registration services at RTOs were disrupted on Monday due to recurring technical issues in the upgraded Vahan software. Slow response times and intermittent outages caused long queues, delayed registrations, and increased waiting times, prompting public frustration and calls for swift resolution.

The Labour Welfare Organisation has invited applications for educational scholarships for children of Beedi workers, mine workers and cine workers in Telangana and Andhra Pradesh. Eligible students from Class I to professional degree courses can apply online through the National Scholarship Portal.

Golconda Police have arrested four persons for the murder of social media influencer Masood Chandi in Hyderabad. Investigators said a dispute over his love marriage led to the attack. The accused allegedly assaulted him with weapons before fleeing the scene.

Researchers at BITS Pilani Hyderabad have developed PestiSafe, a portable dual-mode optical sensing device that detects pesticide residues in food and water. The low-cost system offers rapid on-site testing and could help farmers, inspectors and consumers make informed safety decisions.

KVB Reddy, Managing Director and CEO of L&T Metro Rail (Hyderabad) Limited, has been named among India’s Top 50 Great People Managers 2026 by the Great Manager Institute. The recognition highlights his people-centric leadership and contribution to organisational excellence.

Researchers at BITS Pilani Hyderabad have developed PestiSafe, a portable pesticide detection device that rapidly tests food and water samples without laboratory equipment. Costing about Rs 7,000, the platform combines dual optical sensing technologies and smartphone connectivity for accurate field-based monitoring.

A new study warns that India's healthcare system is failing to identify pesticide-related illnesses in farming communities. Gaps in medical education, limited toxicology training, and inadequate patient questioning mean chronic diseases linked to pesticide exposure often go undiagnosed and unreported.

A fire suspected to have been caused by a short circuit damaged furniture, AC units and other equipment at a hotel near Bellampalli Chowrasta in Mancherial on Monday. Property losses are estimated at Rs 10 lakh. Police have registered a case.

Film Nagar police registered a case against a 25-year-old man from Nagarkurnool district for allegedly harassing a married woman through obscene messages, repeated phone calls and stalking. The complainant alleged he pressured her to leave her husband and marry him.

An SCCL shot-firer lost the fingers of his left hand after an explosive detonated during inspection at the KTK-5 Incline underground mine in Bhupalpally. The worker was shifted to Hyderabad for treatment, while Singareni officials ordered a high-level inquiry.

A 51-year-old farmer died after being electrocuted by a snapped live electric wire while preparing his field for a paddy nursery in Variguntham village of Medak district. Police registered a case and shifted the body for postmortem examination.

Schools across Telangana reopened for the 2026-27 academic year after a 52-day summer vacation. Attendance remained low as reopening coincided with Amavasya. The State government also relaunched the breakfast scheme and introduced a milk scheme in select government schools.