Telangana

Locals and social activists have renewed their demand to convert Manuguru Municipality into a gram panchayat, citing pending elections, development concerns and the impact on employment guarantee schemes in merged villages, with the issue now raised before the State SC and ST Commission.

The Telangana Human Rights Commission has sought a detailed report on the RIMS Adilabad SNCU fire that killed three infants. The Commission wants details of the fire, safety arrangements, rescue measures and findings of any inquiry into the incident.

A portion of the outer plaster on the Laad Bazaar-facing side of Charminar peeled off following heavy rain in Hyderabad on Tuesday night. Officials said the damage was limited to the surface layer and did not affect the monument’s structural stability.

Hyderabad police are coordinating with community elders and peace committee members ahead of Friday’s Ganesh immersion procession, which coincides with Friday prayers. Security personnel will be deployed at strategic locations, while drones and surveillance cameras will monitor sensitive areas.

The GHMC has deployed 280 cranes, 136 Ganesh Action Teams and thousands of sanitation workers for Friday’s Ganesh idol immersions. The civic body has also installed 43,270 temporary lights, arranged medical support and activated a dedicated control room.

Hyderabad is preparing for the September 25 Ganesh idol immersion procession marking the end of 12-day festivities. Civic bodies have cleared routes, prepared local immersion points, installed barricades and deployed cranes along key stretches near Hussain Sagar.

The CDSCO has warned against indiscriminate use of painkillers and antibiotics, citing associated risks including chronic kidney disease. It has directed State drug authorities to enforce prescription requirements, while advising doctors, retailers and the public to promote safer medicine use.

The Telangana Junior Doctors Association has sought statewide safety audits, timely funding and better protection for healthcare workers in government hospitals. Citing concerns at RIMS Adilabad and MGM Hospital, it also demanded emergency repairs and faster completion of projects.

BikeWo Green Tech plans to build an operating fleet of around 10,000 vehicles in FY 2026-27, backed by a Rs 76-crore preferential warrant issue. The company is expanding into EV leasing, asset ownership and specialised mobility services.

GMR Aero Technic and StandardAero have signed an agreement to establish GAT as an authorised service centre for on-wing engine support in the Asia-Pacific region, offering airlines services including inspections, engine replacements, preservation, software upgrades and logistics support.

A Hyderabad consumer panel has directed a hospital and neurosurgeon to pay Rs 20 lakh compensation after finding a deficiency in post-operative care following spinal surgery. The complainant later underwent emergency revision surgeries in the United States.

BRS working president KT Rama Rao announced that six party delegations will visit thermal power stations and Singareni headquarters across Telangana on Thursday. The teams will assess generation, coal supplies and shutdowns amid allegations of a power shortage.

Former Warangal (West) MLA Dasyam Vinay Bhaskar was discharged from a private hospital after suffering injuries during an alleged police assault at MGM Hospital. Former Chief Minister K Chandrashekhar Rao and several BRS leaders spoke to him and enquired about his health.

An 18-year-old nursing student was found dead behind the bathroom at her home in Vengannapalem of Julurupad mandal. Police suspect she may have been raped and murdered based on injuries and disarray of clothing, and are investigating the case.

The Telangana Polytechnic JAC has threatened to resume protests, including examination boycott, if the government fails to issue a formal order by September 25 retaining polytechnics under the Technical Education department and SBTET, despite recent assurances from officials.

KAVACH 4.0 has been commissioned for the first time on South Central Railway over 108 route km between Malkajgiri and Kamareddi. The upgrade improves train-location accuracy, signal information, station communication and integration with electronic interlocking systems.

A house was gutted after a water heater allegedly exploded at Somaram in Yellampet, Medchal, on Wednesday. No casualties were reported as the house owner had stepped out before flames spread. Police are investigating the incident and property damage.

Ganesh idol immersion passed off peacefully in Bhainsa on Thursday night amid tight security. Around 760 policemen, 200 CCTV cameras and four drones monitored the procession, while about 200 idols were immersed at Gaddennavagu irrigation project without any untoward incident.

Leopard movement in forests near Bembara village in Nirmal’s Thanur mandal triggered panic among farmers after a calf was reportedly killed. Forest officials confirmed leopard presence and advised villagers to move in groups, make noise and remain cautious while grazing cattle.

As the Special Intensive Revision of electoral rolls progresses in Telangana, voters receiving notices must submit documents based on their date and place of birth. The Election Commission has specified different requirements for those born before and after July 1, 1987.

Excise State Task Force officials arrested two students from Punjab for allegedly peddling drugs in Hyderabad. The suspects were caught in Uppal with 9.6 grams of OG Kush and 14 grams of MDMA, collectively valued at around Rs 2.40 lakh.

BRS working president KT Rama Rao hailed farmers protesting for irrigation water from the Jurala project, saying their agitation forced the government to act. He thanked them for their struggle and pledged to fight for Telangana’s basic needs.

Gachibowli police arrested a security guard for allegedly molesting a 24-year-old software engineer while she was boarding a cab at Indira Nagar. The suspect allegedly pulled her aside and kissed her before fleeing after she raised an alarm.

The death toll in the RIMS-Adilabad SNCU tragedy rose to five after two more infants died on Wednesday. Officials said three newborns had earlier died after inhaling toxic smoke and gases following an AC explosion, while two others remained critical.