Telangana

The District Educational Officer (DEO) of Sangareddy suspended the headmistress of Zilla Parishad High School, Isnapur, for issuing a false attendance certificate to a volunteer who had not reported for duty in February.

Synfosys Business Solutions Ltd has clarified that it was wrongly named in GHMC’s list of top property tax defaulters. The company stated that it had sold the property in question back in 2012 through registered sale deeds, transferring all municipal responsibilities to the new owner.

A woman named Sravanthi allegedly died by suicide after killing her two young sons in Kukatpally, Hyderabad. The incident sparked tensions in her native village, Boda Manikya thanda of Warangal district, where her father and relatives set fire to her in-laws’ house and cattle shed in anger.

Congress MLA J Anirudh Reddy criticised the State government for favouring wealthy individuals in granting approvals while the poor struggle with delays. He advocated large-scale Mahua plantations to support tribal livelihoods, citing the tree’s economic and medicinal value.

Excise Minister Jupally Krishna Rao has accused the Andhra Pradesh government of violating guidelines in the utilisation of Krishna river water from the Srisailam reservoir.

The Telangana High Court, led by Chief Justice Aparesh Kumar Singh and Justice G.M. Mohiuddin, heard a batch of PILs challenging the Strategic Road Development Plan (SRDP) works around Hyderabad’s KBR Park. Petitioners highlighted ongoing construction despite the Eco-Sensitive Zone notification of 2020 being contested.

Retail chicken shops across Telangana, including nearly 50,000 in Hyderabad, have announced an indefinite strike starting April 1. Shop owners allege that monopolistic practices by large poultry integrators have reduced their profit margins drastically.

BRS leader T Harish Rao criticised the Congress government for disrupting Assembly proceedings and sidelining the opposition. He also raised concerns over irrigation issues, alleged diversion politics, and failure to deliver on key welfare promises and legislative accountability.

The Telangana Board of Intermediate Education (TGBIE) has completed evaluation of nearly 10 lakh students’ answer scripts across 20 camps in the State. Officials expect the results to be declared between April 9 and April 12.

A techie couple from Telangana, working in Bengaluru, died in a tragic double suicide. Bhanuchandra Reddy, reportedly unwell, hanged himself at their Kothanur residence. His wife Shazia, upon discovering his body, jumped from the 17th floor in shock. Police recovered a death note citing health issues as the reason.

Researchers at BITS Pilani Hyderabad have devised a method to convert smoke‑like industrial gases into Dimethyl Ether (DME), a clean fuel that could supplement or replace LPG in Indian households.

A sustained campaign by doctors in Telangana under the banner Doctors Against Paraquat Poison (DAPP) has led to the State Assembly passing a resolution banning the toxic herbicide Paraquat Dichloride. Despite existing restrictions, the chemical was widely available in fertiliser shops, leading to hundreds of deaths annually.

The Khammam Municipal Corporation (KMC) faces uncertainty as its council’s tenure ends on May 7. Plans for early elections in February were stalled due to lack of preparedness and pending State government approval for increasing divisions from 60 to 70.

BRS working president KT Rama Rao has embarked on a week-long visit to the United States to attend the Columbia India Business Conference 2026 at Columbia University, New York. He will deliver a keynote address highlighting India’s rise and Telangana’s growth story, with a focus on attracting global investments.

The Telangana government will seek public opinions on the Musi Rejuvenation Project between March 31 and April 15. Deputy Chief Minister Mallu Bhatti Vikramarka announced that suggestions can be shared via email and will be analysed in consultation with officials.

BRS leader T Harish Rao attended Mahavir Jayanti celebrations in Hyderabad, highlighting the relevance of Bhagwan Mahavir’s teachings. He emphasised non-violence and harmony, and praised the Jain community’s contributions to social service and healthcare initiatives

Former Minister S Niranjan Reddy accused the Congress government of failing to protect Telangana’s irrigation interests, alleging illegal diversion of river waters. BRS leaders also criticised governance and raised concerns over a proposed law on hate speech.

A CAG report flagged serious irregularities in works executed by Osmania University’s RCUES, including tender violations, unregistered contractors and missing quality checks. It also highlighted failure to recover Rs.86 lakh and delays in completing a key AP government project.

An auto LPG shortage triggered by the Middle East crisis has hit Telangana, affecting nearly one lakh drivers. Supply disruptions, long queues and higher prices at private outlets have caused transport issues, prompting the State government to seek urgent intervention from the Centre.

Osmania University violated UGC norms by appointing excess contract assistant professors during 2017-22, a CAG report said. The university exceeded prescribed limits and failed to clarify whether irregular appointments were identified or corrective steps were taken.

CID issued a notice to BRS MLA Padi Kaushik Reddy over a road blockade during Sammakka-Saralamma Jatara. He faces charges of obstructing traffic and officials, while alleging political harassment and vowing to continue questioning the government

In Jagtial, preparations are complete for Hanuman Chinna Jayanthi celebrations at Kondagattu Anjaneyaswamy Temple from April 1–3. Around three lakh devotees are expected, with extensive arrangements, security measures, and facilities organized for the annual jatara

Authorities busted a food adulteration racket in Katedan, seizing over four tonnes of contaminated ginger-garlic paste. The unit owner was arrested for producing unhygienic products with inferior materials and supplying them to restaurants and wholesalers

Congress faced criticism from its own MLAs, MLCs and allies in the Assembly and Council, who flagged delays in fulfilling promises and alleged discrimination in allocation of funds and development projects