Telangana

Farmers in the villages near Nirmal-Mancherial route gather and protested on the road, causing traffic. They demanded the government address the inconvenience caused due to the gunny bag shortage.

Election of co-option members in Bhainsa municipality was halted, sparking protests by councilors who alleged political pressure behind the decision.

High-speed truck collision on Khammam-Warangal National Highway leaves two people dead.

Chief Minister A Revanth Reddy warned District Collectors against negligence in paddy and maize procurement as farmers across Telangana faced delays, shortages of gunny bags and transport facilities, and crop damage due to unseasonal rains. Officials were directed to take immediate corrective measures.

The National Testing Agency has cancelled the NEET UG 2026 examination conducted on May 3 following allegations of irregularities. The Government of India has ordered a CBI inquiry, while the NTA announced that the examination will be re-conducted on dates to be announced shortly.

Farmers in erstwhile Telangana districts, including Nalgonda and Yadadri Bhuvanagiri, staged protests by burning paddy stocks over delays in procurement and transport to warehouses. They demanded immediate procurement and smoother logistics, citing hardships caused by prolonged delays

Five people died and at least ten were injured after a Karnataka State Road Transport Corporation bus travelling from Hyderabad to Bidar overturned and fell into a roadside gorge on the Bidar–Zaheerabad road in Sangareddy

KT Rama Rao criticised both the BJP and Congress over the handling of a POCSO-related case involving Bandi Bhageerath, alleging political silence and inaction. He took a sharp dig at governance slogans, escalating the political controversy in Telangana

Vemula Prashant Reddy has demanded the arrest of Bandi Bhageerath in connection with a controversial POCSO case, alleging delays in police action and political interference. He called for an impartial investigation and protection for the minor victim, while also criticising counter-allegations and urging accountability from leaders involved.

Telangana is witnessing rising heatwave conditions as maximum temperatures crossed 40°C in several districts. Nizamabad recorded the highest temperature at 42.5°C, while Hyderabad touched 38.7°C amid dry weather and declining thundershower activity

A chemical tanker caught fire on NH-65 near Madgi in Sangareddy, but a major disaster was averted after firefighters quickly controlled the blaze

A software employee identified as Madhuri died by suicide at her residence in Madinaguda. Police suspect personal issues led to the incident. Her father alerted neighbours after unanswered calls, following which her body was discovered

The POCSO case involving Sai Bageerath, son of Union Minister Bandi Sanjay Kumar, has drawn sharp reactions from activists and actor Manchu Manoj, who called for swift, transparent and impartial investigation into the allegations

Police arrested three persons in connection with the murder of Dalit youth Jula Vamshi, a private security guard who went missing on April 29. Investigators said the accused lured him to Hyderabad, killed him and dumped the body near Gudulagandi

The Telangana Board of Intermediate Education has made submission of an anti-drug affidavit mandatory for 2026-27 admissions. Lecturers’ association urged a simpler declaration to avoid inconvenience. Admissions begin May 12, with classwork scheduled to start on June 1

Deputy Commissioner of Police Ritiraj visited Petbasheerabad police station to oversee the POCSO case against Union Minister Bandi Sanjay’s son. She confirmed a detailed investigation plan, victim re-examination, and assured that justice will be delivered after proper inquiry

Despite Telangana’s progress in school enrolment and educational access, child absenteeism in rural schools persists, widening learning gaps and increasing dropout rates

An FIR registered by Petbasheerabad police against Sai Bageerath, son of Union Minister Bandi Sanjay, contains allegations of repeated sexual abuse, emotional manipulation and coercion of a minor girl. The complaint also alleges intimidation, circulation of private information and incidents leading to self-harm attempts

BRS leaders in erstwhile Khammam demanded the arrest of Union Minister Bandi Sanjay Kumar’s son, Bandi Bhageerath, in connection with a POCSO case. The party also sought Bandi Sanjay’s removal from the Union Cabinet and action against police officials.

BJP State president N Ramchander Rao said the party had no connection with the case involving Union Minister Bandi Sanjay’s son, Bandi Bhageerath. He termed it a family matter, defended Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s remarks and criticised the Congress government over temple incidents.

A 35-year-old labourer from Bihar was found dead at a rented house in Lakshmipuram truck yard in Kothagudem district. Police suspect a drunken clash between roommates may have led to the murder, with the victim allegedly attacked using a large rock.

BRS leader T Harish Rao alleged that an 800-year-old Kakatiya-era Shiva temple in Warangal was demolished in search of hidden treasure under the guise of school construction. He demanded an FIR, a CVC probe and action against alleged irregularities in school tenders.

BRS women activists staged a protest at Telangana Chowk in Karimnagar demanding the arrest of Union Minister Bandi Sanjay Kumar’s son Sai Bageerath in a POCSO case. Protesters accused the State government of inaction and vowed to continue their agitation

BRSV State president Gellu Srinivas Yadav accused the Congress and BJP of working together in Telangana and alleged political suppression of BRSV leaders. He also demanded the dismissal of Union Minister Bandi Sanjay over a POCSO case registered against his son.