Telangana

Union Bank of India has extended life insurance coverage to TSRTC employees, offering Rs 10 lakh for natural death without requiring any premium. The existing Rs 1 crore accident insurance continues, benefiting approximately 38,000 employees and their families.

A major explosion at the Jalavihar RO water plant on PVNR Marg injured three staff members. Appulu Naidu and Anji were admitted to Gandhi Hospital, Laxman to a private hospital. Police suspect pressure buildup in the RO unit; investigation is ongoing.

Malkajgiri Municipal Corporation cleared encroachments from footpaths at Malkajgiri junction, removing kiosks despite protests from long-standing vendors. Officials continued the anti-encroachment drive with police support, while vendors requested time to vacate. The drive has been ongoing for a week.

Cyberabad Cybercrime Police arrested Chennaiah Runjala from Guntur for posting abusive comments about actress Renu Desai on YouTube. The suspect was brought to Hyderabad. Cyber offences can be reported at local police stations or via the national helpline 1930.

State government is considering a shift from intermediate marks-based admission system to a centralised entrance examination. The entrance test, which may be on the lines of the Common University Entrance Test conducted for UG admissions to Central universities, is likely to be rolled out from 2027-28

Huzurabad MLA Padi Kaushik Reddy has launched a campaign to oppose the proposed dumping yard near Huzurabad, warning of severe health and environmental hazards for residents within a 30-kilometre radius. He completed a 24-hour deeksha supported by various sections of society.

Young India Skills University (YISU), Telangana, has launched B.Tech in Applied Life Sciences and B.Sc in Cardiovascular Sciences. The programmes offer hands-on training with partner companies and hospitals. YISU also unveiled its Digital Learning Universe for enhanced learning experiences.

Church leaders across Telangana are launching a state-wide campaign to secure SC status for Dalit Christians. The movement includes petitions to national leaders, grassroots representations, legal consultations, and a public rally titled ‘Garjana’ to raise awareness and mobilise support.

Weavers in Rajanna Sircilla are facing fresh challenges as rising yarn prices linked to West Asia tensions increase production costs. Industry representatives say crude oil disruptions and pending government payments are further straining the already struggling weaving community.

Three workers were injured after falling from an under-construction railway bridge near Kagaznagar in Kumram Bheem Asifabad district. One worker was trapped, prompting a rescue operation, while colleagues raised concerns over unsafe working conditions at the site.

The Secunderabad Cantonment Board has restarted digitisation of records after 10 years. Over 20,000 files will be scanned to preserve defence land data, improve access, and reduce disputes. The project is expected to be completed within six months.

A 19-year-old youth, Kommu Ajay, died after his motorcycle crashed into a hoarding pole near Pragathi Nagar in Hyderabad. Police suspect overspeeding caused the accident. A case has been registered, and an investigation is underway.

Class 9 students from Gitanjali Vedika School in Narsingi visited the Telangana Pollution Control Board as part of an educational tour to learn about vehicular pollution, environmental protection and sustainable mobility solutions.

Hyderabad’s exhibition calendar is buzzing this month with fashion, lifestyle and curated pop-up events. From Mixtape and Curated Closet to Pili Taxi and Urban Pop Up, these exhibitions offer shopping, workshops and creative experiences across the city.

TEDxHyderabad will return on April 19 at Akshaya Convention near the Financial District with the theme “Fire Up”, featuring prominent speakers from healthcare, technology, education, entrepreneurship and social sectors to inspire dialogue, innovation and action.

Mahindra University has launched an Economic Policy Centre to promote research and policy discussions. Its first event focused on Hyderabad’s growing GCC ecosystem, with IT Minister D. Sridhar Babu highlighting the city’s role in India’s economic growth.

Congress faces criticism after Chief Minister A Revanth Reddy targeted Kerala CM Pinarayi Vijayan while remaining silent on Assam CM Himanta Biswa Sarma. Observers say the party’s selective aggression raises concerns about internal discipline and opposition unity.

A woman was murdered by her husband inside a moving vehicle while being escorted by Zaheerabad Police, exposing serious lapses. The incident has sparked outrage over negligence and raised questions about accountability and custodial safety protocols

Senior Congress leaders criticised Kerala Chief Minister Pinarayi Vijayan for using allegedly derogatory remarks against Telangana CM Revanth Reddy amid an escalating war of words, saying his conduct set a poor example and diverted attention from key governance issues

Three persons were killed in a road accident in Hyderabad after a speeding car allegedly driven under influence hit a scooter and pedestrian. The crash sparked protests, while police registered a case and began investigation into the incident

A 29-year-old man died of electrocution in Medak after coming into contact with live wires while switching on a borewell motor. The victim died on the spot, leaving behind his wife and two young daughters

T Harish Rao flagged risks in operating Kaleshwaram Lift Irrigation Project and Devadula schemes, warning that frequent pump switching violates engineering norms and could damage infrastructure, urging corrective steps to protect assets and farmers’ interests

A 28-year-old man died after consuming pesticide in Mancherial. Identified as Bomma Harikrishna, he was hospitalised but succumbed during treatment. Police are investigating the incident, with the motive behind the suicide yet to be determined

Bharat Rashtra Samithi accused the Congress government of suppressing dissent after cancelling a farmers’ meeting in Wanaparthy district. Leaders plan to approach the High Court, backing protests against the proposed Gollapalli reservoir project