Telangana

Harish Rao said Telangana would not have been formed without KCR’s 2009 fast, which pushed the Centre to announce statehood. He highlighted Siddipet’s growth since then and said BRS will build a new martyrs’ memorial. People were urged to join Deeksha Diwas.

Despite nearly two years in power, the Telangana Congress government has failed to constitute full-fledged Executive Councils (ECs) for the State universities. Except for the Kakatiya University, no State conventional and technical university has a full-fledged EC.

In just two weeks, Rachakonda She Teams caught 110 people, including minors, for harassing women in public places. They handled 135 complaints and ran decoy checks in metro trains. Many offenders were counselled, and women are encouraged to report incidents quickly

Brar Squadron won the Commandant’s Banner at the Air Force Academy, Hyderabad, recognising its overall excellence across physical, academic and competitive events. Desa Squadron emerged victorious in the drill competition as AFA Commandant Air Marshal Vohra praised cadets’ teamwork and discipline

Rachakonda Police have begun a unique programme where reformed history-sheeters work as traffic volunteers. They help manage traffic and assist commuters, earning praise from residents and officers. Police say the initiative reduces stigma and supports reintegration into society

Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Thursday unveiled Skyroot’s first orbital rocket, Vikram-I, while inaugurating the startup’s Infinity Campus in Hyderabad. He praised Gen Z engineers and credited space sector reforms for the rise of over 300 private space startups in India

Luxury homes in India’s top seven cities saw the highest price rise—40% in three years—driven by strong demand, according to Anarock. NCR led the surge, while Hyderabad saw major growth across segments. Affordable housing grew more modestly at 26%

BRS Working President K.T. Rama Rao unveiled an inspirational song for the BRSV student wing at his Nandinagar residence. Conceptualised by Nagararam Prashant, the track aims to motivate and unite student activists. Senior BRS and BRSV leaders attended the event.

BRS leaders have filed a PIL in the Telangana High Court challenging the appointment of 16 advisors with Cabinet rank by the Congress government. They allege the move is unconstitutional, financially wasteful and amounts to creating an extra-constitutional authority without public mandate.

After a deadly fire at Gomathi Electronics in Shahalibanda killed two and injured six, residents and officials warn that many electronics shops operate without adequate fire safety measures. Exploding compressors intensified the blaze, raising concerns over repeated fires in the area.

Tension prevailed near the Telangana DGP office after Ayyappa Swamy devotees protested against police for denying permission to a Kanchanbagh sub inspector to wear Ayyappa attire during deeksha while on duty. Officials cited departmental rules and advised applying for leave instead.

A 21-year-old woman from Vikarabad district died by suicide on Wednesday night, with her family alleging she was harassed by her husband since their marriage six months ago. Police said the harassment may have led to depression. A case has been registered.

A massive fire broke out on NH-167 at Pilligundu, Mahabubnagar, after an ethanol tanker collided with a truck on Thursday. The tanker driver was charred to death, while two others sustained serious injuries. Fire services took nearly three hours to control the blaze.

BRS leader G. Jagadish Reddy accused the Congress government of executing a large-scale land scam under the HILTP by allotting undervalued prime land to Chief Minister Revanth Reddy’s relatives and associates. He demanded disclosure of all beneficiaries and warned of action if BRS returns to power.

Top-ranking NEET-PG students are increasingly opting for non-surgical super-specialties such as General Medicine, Cardiology and Neurology. Senior doctors say demanding hours, burnout, delayed career stability and medico-legal pressures are pushing young doctors away from surgical branches.

The Congress faced a setback in Narsapur after several key leaders, led by former ZPTC Anjaneyulu, joined the BRS in the presence of MLA V Sunitha Lakshma Reddy. Harish Rao welcomed them and accused the Congress government of failing to fulfil its promises.

A seven-year-old girl missing since November 24 was found dead in a well at Nambala village in Mancherial district. Her parents allege she was murdered by someone holding a grudge. Police have converted the case to a suspicious death and launched an investigation.

CAG Sanjay Murthy inaugurated the Centre of Excellence for Financial Audit in Hyderabad to strengthen AI-driven, technology-enabled public sector auditing. The centre aims to modernise financial audit practices across PSEs, Autonomous Bodies, and Urban Local Bodies

The Telangana Social Welfare Residential Educational Institutions Society (TGSWREIS) has announced the implementation of a facial recognition system to record attendance in 268 institutions. Principals have been directed to ensure the mobile app is functional and to inform students, staff, and parents about the new system.

The BRS demanded a CBI investigation into the structural failures at Tanukula check dam and Medigadda barrage, alleging large-scale corruption and negligence. Party leaders said only an independent probe can establish accountability for the recurring infrastructure lapses and safeguard public resources

The Sangareddy district has witnessed a sharp rise in ganja smuggling and cultivation, with NH-65 becoming a key corridor for transporting contraband from the Andhra–Odisha border. Social activists are urging authorities to combine enforcement with awareness campaigns to curb consumption among students and workers.

Telangana Minister for Youth Services and Animal Husbandry Minister Vakati Srihari gave away the prizes for the winners

A first-year MBBS student at Surabhi Medical College, Siddipet, has alleged ragging by seniors who forced him to trim his beard despite a religious vow. He claims the anti-ragging committee ignored his plea. Police launched an inquiry after his parents complained

The Telangana High Court celebrated Constitution Day, with Governor Jishnu Dev Varma and Chief Justice Aparesh Kumar Singh emphasising the Constitution’s living character, the need for harmony among State organs, and the importance of spreading constitutional awareness at the grassroots