Telangana

MSS Sanath’s brilliant century and Pavan Kumar’s six-wicket haul guided Kakatiya to a massive 245-run victory over PPMCC in the HCA Do Iskon One-Day League Cricket Championship at Hyderabad, with Kakatiya posting 313 before bowling out PPMCC for 68

Deccan Dynamos crushed Shastri FC 8-0, South Central Railway Women dominated basketball, Nizam Academy won in men’s play, and Tripura defeated Hyderabad in U-23 cricket to highlight Hyderabad’s busy sporting weekend

More than 4,000 women have completed livelihood training at the Nava Women’s Empowerment Centre in Paloncha, run by Nava Limited as part of its CSR initiatives. Around 75 percent of trainees are engaged in tailoring and beautician work, while others have started businesses.

Sreenidi Deccan FC have strengthened their squad with the signings of goalkeeper Bhaskar Roy, left-back Abhash Thapa, and midfielder Rashid CK. The trio brings experience and youthful energy as the club prepares for the upcoming football season under Fabio Ferreira’s guidance

Sixteen-year-old Dhruva Thota from Telangana has become the State’s 13th International Master in chess, achieving four IM norms across Europe. With a FIDE rating of 2411, he now seeks financial support to pursue his dream of becoming a Grandmaster

Wyra Government Area Hospital in Khammam district, the native place of Deputy CM Mallu Bhatti Vikramarka, is facing severe neglect due to lack of funds and facilities. Despite being upgraded to a 100-bed hospital in 2023, essential equipment and specialist doctors remain unavailable. CPI(M) leader Bhukya Veerabhadram highlighted that patients are forced to wait for days as samples are sent to Khammam for tests.

Former Speaker Madhusudhana Chary inaugurated the Auto Show organised by Namaste Telangana and Telangana Today at Hayagriva Grounds, Hanamkonda. The expo features over 20 stalls showcasing the latest cars and bikes, including a BMW priced at Rs 31 lakh that drew significant attention.

BRS spokesperson Manne Krishank has reported receiving a direct threat on social media following his criticism of Chief Minister A. Revanth Reddy after the Jubilee Hills bypoll. The message warned him against targeting the CM. The incident comes amid allegations of rigging and intimidation during the bypoll.

The Telangana Assembly Speaker Gaddam Prasad Kumar conducted extended hearings on disqualification petitions filed by the Bharat Rashtra Samithi (BRS) against several defected MLAs. Over three hours of cross-examination took place, with most legislators already questioned.

BRS leader and MLC Dasoju Sravan dismissed the Congress victory in Jubilee Hills as a rigged triumph, accusing Chief Minister A Revanth Reddy of deploying State machinery, financial muscle and electoral malpractices to secure the seat. At a press conference, Sravan alleged the campaign cost over Rs 200 crore and likened the poll to irregularities in Bihar, Rayalaseema and Hyderabad’s Old City.

Major roadworks in Hyderabad for stormwater drainage and repairs have stalled for weeks, causing traffic chaos and inconvenience to commuters. Residents demand swift completion while GHMC cites a shortage of daily wage workers as the reason for delays

Zaheerabad police in Sangareddy district recovered sambar deer horns and an air gun from an individual during a community contact programme on Saturday. Teams also inspected houses, identifying 62 motorbikes and 17 autos lacking valid documents, and found four persons with previous criminal records.

Mahabubabad town police registered a POCSO case against Inugurthi Ravi, a social studies teacher at Kankarabod Zilla Parishad High School, following allegations of misbehaviour with girl students. Parents confronted Headmaster Kotya Naik during a meeting, accusing him of failing to act despite assurances.

Jayanthi Super Specialty Hospital launched a campaign on World Diabetes Day to raise awareness about rising diabetes cases in Telangana. Experts highlighted the disease’s impact on the heart, brain, kidneys, and the urgent need for public health measures

A two-member team from the Madras Crocodile Bank Trust and Centre for Herpetology, Tamil Nadu, visited the Shivaram crocodile sanctuary in Jainoor mandal, Mancherial district, to explore collaboration with the Forest Department. The team assessed living conditions and expressed interest in future conservation efforts.

Kothagudem district police organised an outreach programme in Cherla mandal villages bordering Chhattisgarh, engaging with 250 adivasi families from six Maoist-affected villages. Senior police officials, along with CRPF officers, distributed essential commodities provided by Nestlé India.

With food poisoning cases rising in State run hostels and committees failing to curb the problem, the Telangana government is planning integrated software for hostel management. Senior officials have outlined key parameters, and developers have begun work on the proposed system.

Farmers in Mukhra (K) village of Echoda mandal performed a cotton abhishekam to a flex poster of former Chief Minister K Chandrashekhar Rao, saying they enjoyed better support during his tenure and demanded his return, citing current restrictions affecting procurement

A 52-year-old farmer, Baddi Jayasimha Reddy, died after stepping on a damaged electric wire at his agricultural field in Avunur, Mustabad mandal. He was electrocuted instantly. Police have registered a case and begun an investigation into the incident.

NNRESGI has signed an MoU to establish an IIT Madras CODE Chapter, allowing students to pursue IITM’s BS degrees in Data Science, Electronic Systems, or Programming alongside their regular courses. The collaboration boosts career prospects and enhances academic flexibility

Chief Minister A Revanth Reddy travelled to New Delhi with senior Congress leaders and is expected to meet Sonia Gandhi and Rahul Gandhi to discuss party matters, including the Jubilee Hills by election. His visit also sparked speculation of a Cabinet reshuffle in Telangana

Whale Tank Biocatalysts successfully hosted its third Startup-Investor Meet, WT 3.0, at ISB Hyderabad in partnership with BIRAC. The event boosted Deeptech startup funding and featured the launch of NEXASWEET, a stem cell-attractant sweetener aimed at supporting gut health.

SIS Software India celebrated its 25th anniversary and Annual Day, recognising its team for driving major advances in healthcare software. Teams from Hyderabad, Noida and senior US executives attended, highlighting India’s essential role in SIS’s global perioperative technology development.

Birla Mandir has completed polishing works on its main tower, the Jagadananda Vimanam, as part of a major restoration ahead of its Golden Jubilee in 2026. More gopuram works are underway, with all renovations set to finish by January 2026