Telangana

A one-year-old boy sustained serious injuries after being attacked by a stray dog while playing outside his home in Venkatraopet village, Pinapaka mandal. The incident raises fresh concerns over stray dog menace in rural Telangana.

Scientists at Professor Jayashankar Telangana State Agricultural University (PJTSAU) staged a black badge protest, accusing the Vice Chancellor and Registrar of targeting them for raising concerns about employee welfare.

An 80-year-old man, Palla Lasmaiah, died by suicide at Chandurthy mandal in Rajanna-Sircilla district on Tuesday. Villagers said he lived alone after his wife’s death and suffered health issues. Police registered a case based on his son’s complaint

Farmers in Mahabubabad and Kothagudem staged rasta-roko protests on Tuesday over acute urea shortages. Long queues formed at PACS offices, with many farmers denied supply. Police intervened at several locations as farmers demanded immediate distribution of urea

The Telangana High Court criticised civic and police authorities for failing to act on its earlier directive to remove an unauthorised Ganesh pandal in Alwal. The case arose from a contempt petition filed by an 80-year-old resident whose home entrance was blocked.

The Telangana State Election Commission has announced that the final ward-wise photo electoral rolls for all gram panchayats will be published on September 2. Draft rolls will be released on August 28, with objections accepted until August 30

An RTC driver from Khammam’s Manuguru depot attempted suicide after alleging harassment by officials who denied him a conductor despite his health issues. He was hospitalized, while unions condemned the negligence and threatened statewide agitations if staff harassment persists

BRS president and former Chief Minister K. Chandrashekhar Rao extended greetings on the eve of Vinayaka Chathurthi, emphasising Lord Ganesha’s role in promoting prosperity and unity. He expressed hope that Ganesh Navaratri festivities would foster communal harmony and cultural togetherness, and prayed for Telangana’s growth and farmers’ well-being.

The Telangana State Assembly and Council are set to commence their sessions from August 30, as notified by Governor Jishnu Dev Varma. The State government is expected to table the Justice P.C. Ghose Commission report on the Kaleshwaram project during the proceedings.

The recusal of an NCLAT judge from a case involving Hyderabad-based KLSR Infra citing pressure from a senior member of the higher judiciary has triggered political controversy in Telangana, with allegations pointing towards a senior Congress leader known to have ties with the firm.

The Godavari–Cauvery river interlinking project is facing stiff resistance from riparian states, particularly Chhattisgarh, Andhra Pradesh and Odisha, over concerns of water diversion from Chhattisgarh’s allocation. Meanwhile, Telangana has softened its stance by agreeing to Inchampalli as the diversion point.

Internet disruptions cotinued in Hyderabad with several areas like Banjara Hills, Kukatpally, Madhapur, Kondapur, Habsiguda, Champapet, Manikonda, Secunderabad and Kompally reporting fiber cable cuts, despite the court orders, complains COAI

Union Minister Bandi Sanjay Kumar’s bicycle distribution scheme for 20,000 Class X students in Karimnagar has triggered opposition criticism. Parties allege the move is aimed at creating a future vote bank ahead of the 2029 Lok Sabha elections

Telangana Chief Minister A Revanth Reddy’s first campaign in Bihar drew sharp backlash over his past remarks belittling Biharis. Political leaders, including Prashant Kishor, questioned his presence, while citizens criticised Rahul Gandhi for inviting him to campaign

A headmaster and an auxiliary nurse midwife were suspended in Asifabad district after the death of Class VII student Athram Anurag from an Ashram School. Officials cited negligence, saying timely action could have saved the boy’s life.

An engineering consultant with MGNREGS in Maddur mandal of Siddipet district was arrested by ACB officials for allegedly accepting a Rs 11,500 bribe. The accused was produced before court, and ACB urged citizens to report such incidents.

Warangal-based micro sculptor Ajay Kumar Mattewada created a 0.37 mm sculpture of Lord Ganesha on the tip of an eyelash for Ganesh Chathurthi. Known worldwide for his miniature art, he has earned records, awards and praise from global leaders.

The Telangana government will distribute PDS rice in jute bags carrying the Congress Six Guarantees logo and photos of Chief Minister Revanth Reddy and Minister Uttam Kumar Reddy from September. While officials call it welfare promotion, dealers see it as publicity

The collapse of two piers at Medigadda Barrage in October 2023 continues to spark debate. While official panels blame design flaws, BRS leaders and activists allege sabotage. With explosion sounds reported and questions unanswered, demands grow for a fresh, impartial probe

Ganesh Chathurthi celebrations have begun across the Gulf, with NRIs bringing Ganesha idols from India. While most devotees immerse idols within three days, some communities in Dubai, Muscat and Bahrain celebrate with nine-day festivities featuring larger clay idols

The Telangana State Human Rights Commission has registered a case after a disabled farmer sustained a head injury while waiting for urea in Mahabubabad. A complaint filed by advocate Rama Rao Immaneni alleged negligence by the district administration and sought compensation

BRS leader KT Rama Rao criticised Chief Minister Revanth Reddy and his cabinet for neglecting Telangana’s farmers amid a worsening urea shortage. He accused Congress and BJP MPs of indifference and demanded immediate government action to address the fertiliser crisis.

Telangana records nearly 300 dog bites a day, with 3.4 lakh cases in three years. Experts warn of untreated trauma, especially in children, making it a public health emergency.

The Telangana State Road Transport Corporation (TGSRTC) will add 235 electric buses in Hyderabad by year-end, supported by new charging depots at Ranigunj and Hayathnagar. Officials say e-buses cut running costs to Rs 8/km compared to Rs 20/km for diesel buses.