Telangana

Hyderabad is set to experience intensified dry heat this week, with temperatures nearing 40°C and rising further across Telangana. The IMD has ruled out thundershowers, warning of a gradual temperature increase over the next few days.

A Hyderabad devotee donated over Rs 1 crore to Tirumala Tirupati Devasthanams’ Sri Venkateswara Pranadana Trust in Tirupati, supporting free treatment for critical illnesses at the Sri Venkateswara Temple

Three members of a family including an infant and a police constable died in separate road accidents in Vikarabad on Monday morning.

A controversy erupted after remarks targeting the Bhattaraju community, sparking calls for dignity and respectful political discourse. The caste slur has reignited debate on caste sensitivity, social justice, and declining standards of public language in Telangana politics

In Jagadevpet village of Velgatur Mandal, Jagtial district, a man attempted to kill his mother-in-law by setting up live electric wires at her doorstep. Police registered a case based on a complaint, and the accused confessed to the crime during questioning.

Telangana’s finances show strain as tax collections fall short of projections and borrowing rises. CAG data highlights widening deficits, weak non-tax revenue and concerns over fiscal discipline, raising fears of increasing financial stress in the coming years

Kumram Bheem Asifabad secured third place in Telangana Intermediate second year results with 82.16 pass percentage. While Nirmal and Mancherial showed improvement, Adilabad recorded a decline. Girls outperformed boys across all districts

Several BJP and Congress leaders, including Donthula Suresh and Pasha, joined the BRS in Siddipet in the presence of former minister T Harish Rao. With municipal elections approaching, the move is expected to strengthen BRS’s position.

Telangana has laid the foundation for a Rs 700-crore compressed bio-gas project in Siddipet, aiming to position itself as a national model in clean energy. IT and Industries Minister D. Sridhar Babu highlighted the State’s strategy of integrating industrial growth with environmental sustainability while decentralising development beyond Hyderabad.

KT Rama Rao, working president of the Bharat Rashtra Samithi (BRS), has indicated that the party is considering reverting to its original name, Telangana Rashtra Samithi (TRS), to revive Telangana sentiment and strengthen its cadre base. He announced plans for a state-wide Padayatra in 2027 and a membership drive to reconnect with grassroots leaders.

Two separate LPG cylinder explosions in Sangareddy district on Sunday left four people critically injured and two huts gutted. The victims, suffering severe burns, were shifted from Sangareddy hospital to Gandhi Hospital in Secunderabad.

The ongoing strike by artisans in Hyderabad has prompted Deputy Chief Minister Mallu Bhatti Vikramarka to announce the formation of a committee of senior officials to resolve issues faced by power sector employees. He assured that DISCOMs would not be privatised and directed officials to hold monthly meetings with unions.

BRS working president KT Rama Rao inaugurated a state-of-the-art robotic knee replacement surgery facility at Renee Hospital in Karimnagar, marking the first of its kind in north Telangana. Local leaders including MLA Gangula Kamalakar and Mayor Kolagani Srinivas attended the event.

An Intermediate second-year student from Kishanbagh went missing after failing in one subject. His family lodged a complaint with Bahadurpura police, who registered a kidnapping case and launched efforts to trace the student in Hyderabad.

Two employees of a cash management agency allegedly fled with Rs 1.20 crore meant for ATM replenishment in SR Nagar, Hyderabad. Following an internal audit across 31 ATMs, police registered a case and launched a manhunt, analysing CCTV footage and call data.

DGP B Shivadhar Reddy said road accidents have become a social issue and stressed the need for public awareness on traffic rules. He urged police to strengthen the Arrive-Alive programme and improve efforts to tackle cybercrime

Juno Joule Bio Fuels Private Limited has launched a Rs 700 crore Compressed Bio-Gas project in Siddipet district’s Narmetta Industrial Area. The multi-phase cluster will include 10 plants, supporting India’s transition to sustainable and low-carbon energy solutions.

The Congress government in Telangana has been criticised for failing to expedite the construction of BC Atma Gourava Bhavans, despite allocating Rs. 100 crore in the 2026-27 budget. While the previous BRS government had sanctioned land and funds for 42 bhavans across Rangareddy, Medchal Malkajgiri and Hyderabad, only a few were completed.

Marri Gold and Diamonds inaugurated its mega showroom near Kukatpally Metro Station in Hyderabad, opened by actor Venkatesh. The launch includes major offers on gold, silver and diamonds, along with value-added schemes and customer savings plans.

Folk singer Mangli lodged a complaint at Panjagutta police station alleging extortion and harassment by an advocate. The case comes amid a counter-complaint filed earlier against her, with police investigating mutual allegations involving financial disputes and threats.

Health Minister Damodara Rajanarasimha said Congress would honour party workers with nominated posts while addressing an AMC swearing-in event in Patancheru. Ministers highlighted development plans and credited Congress for bringing major institutions to Sangareddy district

Hyderabad traffic police seized a BMW in Jubilee Hills after discovering a Chinese-style flip number plate system during a drunk driving check. The driver, found intoxicated, was booked for DUI and cheating, while police launched further investigation into the illegal modification.

Telangana DGP B Shivadhar Reddy inaugurated a police station in Kannepalli and stressed improving public safety through technology, while also promoting road safety awareness during events held across Mancherial and adjoining districts

KT Rama Rao warned of protests against delays in SCCL medical board meetings affecting coal workers’ dependents, accused the coal company of irregularities, and demanded timely action while also targeting the state government over alleged administrative lapses