Telangana

Chief Minister A Revanth Reddy has announced the establishment of special degree colleges for minorities in 10 district headquarters. These institutions will focus on skill development and AI training to enhance employability.

Hyderabad has witnessed repeated burglaries by Nepali gangs who infiltrate households as domestic help before looting valuables. Over the past year, several high-profile cases have emerged, including thefts worth crores in Jubilee Hills, Secunderabad, and Kachiguda.

Cyberabad police reported cyber fraud losses of Rs 104 crore so far this year, with Rs 438 crore lost in 2025. At a coordination meeting with bankers, Commissioner M Ramesh highlighted the growing threat of online scams, including cryptocurrency and call centre frauds.

Chief Minister A Revanth Reddy said all clearances and land acquisition for the Narayanpet-Kodangal Lift Irrigation Scheme were complete and directed officials to finish the works within one-and-a-half years. He also announced major infrastructure, industrial and educational projects for Kodangal

Appointment of mandal Congress presidents in Bellampally Assembly constituency triggered internal dissent among party leaders. Senior leaders alleged that loyal activists were ignored in favour of newcomers, while some leaders from Kasipet mandal resigned from the party protesting against the selection process

Hyderabad police have imposed a ban on drones, para-gliders and micro-light aircraft on May 10 as part of security measures for Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s visit. The restrictions cover areas under Cyberabad and Malkajgiri police limits, including Madhapur, Begumpet, Bowenpally and Marredpally.

The latest NITI Aayog report on school education highlights Telangana’s achievements during the BRS government’s decade-long tenure under former Chief Minister K Chandrashekhar Rao. The report commends the State for achieving zero dropouts at the primary level, surpassing the national average in Gross Enrolment Ratio.

BRS leader A Rakesh Reddy accused the Congress government of failing to deliver on its promises to farmers, alleging denial of financial assistance and bonuses. He demanded an apology for the inefficiency in implementing the Farmers’ Declaration announced by Rahul Gandhi.

Panchayat Raj Minister Jupally Krishna Rao said a decision on the barrage height of the proposed Pranahita-Chevella irrigation project would be taken soon after talks with Maharashtra Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis. Ministers also assured compensation to affected Maharashtra farmers

BRS activists staged protests across the erstwhile Karimnagar district against the alleged attack by BJP workers on the Karimnagar MLA camp office. Demonstrators accused Union Minister Bandi Sanjay Kumar of provoking the incident and demanded an unconditional apology over the attack allegations

A farmer in Mancherial district fell at the feet of an Additional Collector, urging authorities to procure paddy lying at procurement centres for weeks. Farmers alleged severe hardship due to delays, unseasonal rains and lack of timely payments for their produce

The 90th anniversary of All India Radio was celebrated at the AIR Adilabad station with a walkathon, cultural programmes and tributes to its contribution in spreading awareness about welfare schemes and preserving tribal culture among remote communities in the district

Three youngsters were injured after their two-wheeler collided with an oncoming lorry at Lonavelli village in Kumram Bheem Asifabad district. The injured were shifted to a hospital in Karimnagar, where one of them is reported to be in critical condition

Unseasonal rain accompanied by strong winds damaged standing crops across the erstwhile Karimnagar district. Paddy stored at procurement centres and crops awaiting transport were soaked in rainwater, while mango orchards in Peddapalli and Jagtial districts also suffered damage

A man was booked for allegedly raping his 50-year-old mother-in-law in a village in Vatpally mandal of Sangareddy district. Police said the woman had visited the accused’s residence to resolve disputes between the couple when the incident took place

An acute shortage of warehouse space in Adilabad has delayed jowar procurement, forcing officials to explore storage options in Maharashtra. Farmers have staged protests and are reportedly selling produce to private traders at lower prices due to delays in government procurement

Two persons died and two others were injured after a bike rammed into a bullock cart in Veenavanka of Karimnagar district on Thursday night. The victims were returning to Jammikunta after attending a relative's function when the accident took place

Hyderabad Police Commissioner V C Sajjanar urged citizens to conduct proper background verification before hiring domestic workers, especially after the alleged involvement of a Nepalese housemaid in the murder of former Andhra Pradesh DGP Vinay Ranjan Rao’s wife in Jubilee Hills.

Hyderabad police formed special teams to trace suspects involved in the murder of former IPS officer Vinay Ranjan Ray’s wife, Tanaja Ranjan, at their Jubilee Hills residence. Police suspect the housemaid and accomplices planned the crime and fled with valuables.

Telangana is set to experience a return of dry heatwave conditions by May 10, with IMD forecasting a rise in temperatures by 2–4°C after brief relief from thundershowers. Several districts may see mercury levels touching 41–44°C.

K T Rama Rao congratulated Hyderabad-based Skyroot Aerospace for becoming India’s first space-tech unicorn valued at $1 billion. He said the achievement highlights the strength of Telangana’s startup ecosystem and the potential of Indian innovation in the space sector.

BRS working president K T Rama Rao condemned the demolition of an 800-year-old Kakatiya-era Shiva temple in Warangal, accusing the Telangana government of neglecting heritage conservation and destroying historical structures in the name of development.

BRS leader T Harish Rao criticised the Telangana government citing NCRB 2024 data showing a sharp rise in cybercrime, missing persons and crimes against women and children. He held the state leadership responsible for worsening law and order conditions.

The wife of former IPS officer Vinay Ranjan Ray was allegedly murdered by her domestic help at their Jubilee Hills residence in Hyderabad. The accused is absconding, while police have launched an investigation into the incident.