Telangana

The Kazipet Rail Manufacturing Unit is nearing completion and will soon begin producing 200 modern intercity trains over five years. The trains, designed for short-distance travel, will feature advanced safety systems and eco-friendly technology to improve affordable rail connectivity.

Kaveri University Vice-Chancellor Prof Dr V Praveen Rao received two national awards for his contributions to agriculture, horticulture and higher education during a national conference in Karnal. The university also received the CHAI Institutional Fellow recognition for academic and institutional excellence.

Police and Malkajgiri Municipal Corporation officials seized 172 cattle during a special drive against illegal transportation in Hyderabad. The animals were shifted to a civic shelter, where veterinary officials examined and provided care to those in distress.

Three persons died of suspected sunstroke in separate incidents in Mancherial district within 24 hours as severe heat wave conditions continued. The victims included an elderly man, a differently abled person and a hamali working at a market yard.

Heatwave conditions have returned across Telangana, with temperatures crossing 46°C in several districts. The IMD has forecast continued heat for three more days until May 31, along with a warning of thunderstorms, lightning, and gusty winds across multiple regions.

BRS working president KT Rama Rao challenged the Congress government to fulfil its promise of constructing 20 lakh Indiramma houses before seeking votes. He accused the government of failing to implement election assurances and demanded a White Paper on housing in Hyderabad.

Police arrested Vaishnav Kishan Das alias Ganesh Maharaj, a rowdy sheeter absconding for 14 years in a murder case. He is accused in 21 cases and allegedly changed identity documents to avoid arrest. Investigation into document fraud is underway.

Teachers, employees, and pensioners have warned the State government of protests if promised pay revision and health cards are not implemented by June 2. Union leaders said assurances remain unfulfilled and demanded action on pending dues and welfare measures.

Police are intensifying the search for suspect Kishan Singh in the murder of senior advocate Khaja Moizuddin in Hyderabad. The car used in the crime has been recovered, and investigators are probing a suspected contract killing linked to a land dispute.

Police in Warasiguda arrested a man accused of posing as an allopathy doctor and running an unauthorised clinic. The accused, V. Ashok, allegedly treated patients illegally despite holding a BAMS qualification. A case has been registered and investigation is ongoing.

The Hyderabad Public School Society felicitated Padma Shri awardee Dr G. Venkat Rao for his outstanding contributions to medicine and healthcare. The HPS alumnus and AIG Hospitals director was praised for his pioneering work in gastrointestinal and oncological surgeries.

EBG Group has inaugurated Vajram Electric, a manufacturing and distribution hub in Hyderabad with a Rs 25 crore investment. The facility is expected to generate over 450 jobs and support 11 business verticals across electric mobility, electronics, and other sectors.

The Telangana Board of Intermediate Education has revised the first-year Intermediate examination pattern from 2026–27 to reduce rote learning and encourage conceptual understanding. Major changes include fewer long-answer questions, reduced marks, and internal assessments across Mathematics, CEC, humanities, and language subjects.

Malkajgiri Traffic Police booked 1,093 cases during a special drive against triple riding and dangerous driving on May 27. Officials imposed fines worth Rs 13.09 lakh, with Begumpet recording the highest number of violations during the enforcement operation.

The Congress government in Telangana has raised nearly Rs.4.14 lakh crore in loans within 30 months, triggering concerns over rising debt and off-budget borrowings. Economists and Opposition parties warned about growing fiscal pressure and increasing repayment burden on the State exchequer.

Five youths were allegedly thrashed by local residents after reportedly misbehaving with a young woman near the CCS office in Basheerbagh. Residents intervened after hearing her screams and alerted police, who have registered a case and launched an investigation.

Several promises made by the Congress party under its Minority Declaration ahead of the 2023 Assembly elections are yet to be implemented in Telangana. Despite significant budget allocations for minority welfare schemes, expenditure and execution remain low across education, scholarships and employment initiatives

A major fire broke out at a centering material shop in Bholakpur, Musheerabad, on Thursday. Firefighters controlled the blaze within two hours, preventing it from spreading to nearby shops. No injuries were reported, and police have launched an investigation into the incident.

Claw Culture has launched India’s first claw-exclusive entertainment destination at Sarath City Capital Mall in Hyderabad. The venue features premium claw machines, digital gameplay, and collectible prizes, aiming to redefine arcade entertainment while targeting Gen Z, families, and pop-culture enthusiasts.

Residents of newly formed Malkajgiri and Cyberabad Municipal Corporations are urging HMWSSB to extend the 20-kilolitre free water supply scheme to their areas. The Water Board has forwarded requests to the government, citing financial implications and awaiting a final decision.

The BRS will participate in the ERC public hearing on Friday regarding the Congress government’s proposed Rythu DISCOM. A delegation led by KT Rama Rao will present objections and raise concerns over the proposal’s impact on Telangana farmers and the power sector.

AI-generated fake medical prescriptions are enabling easy access to antibiotics, psychotropic medicines, and habit-forming drugs, alarming doctors and chemists in Telangana. Experts warn that unchecked online medicine sales and poor verification systems could worsen antibiotic misuse and threaten public health.

Adilabad police arrested three members of an interstate gang involved in stealing heavy vehicles from highways and fuel stations across Telangana, Maharashtra and Gujarat. Police said the accused dismantled stolen vehicles within a day and sold the parts for huge profits.

Forest officials in Adilabad are facing trouble due to AI-generated tiger photographs going viral on social media. A fake tiger image shared by a youngster in Neradigonda triggered panic among villagers, forcing officials to verify the claims and monitor the situation closely