Telangana

A 16-year-old boy has been booked under the POCSO Act in Warangal for allegedly sexually assaulting an eight-year-old neighbour. The incident came to light after the victim’s mother lodged a complaint.

Chief Minister A Revanth Reddy met his counterparts from Karnataka and Andhra Pradesh along with Union Jal Shakti Minister CR Patil in Hospet to discuss the long‑standing Tungabhadra water‑sharing issue. While officials from all three States participated, details of the deliberations were not made public.

Chennai Bulls secured a semifinal berth after a 14-14 draw with Bengaluru Bravehearts in the HSBC Rugby Premier League. Delhi Redz knocked out Kolkata Banga Tigers 40-28, while Hyderabad Heroes dominated Mumbai Dreamers 33-0 with a commanding all-round display

Palamuru Strikers registered their first win of the Sreenidhi University TG20 season with a five-wicket victory over Medak Falcons. Rohit Rayudu’s unbeaten 54 and Vignesh Reddy’s brisk 39 helped chase down 165 after disciplined bowling restricted the Falcons to 164/9

The Telangana High Court has questioned the Election Commission of India’s decision to distribute physical Enumeration Forms only in Telugu outside GHMC limits during the ongoing revision of electoral rolls.

Justice Juvvadi Sridevi of the Telangana High Court has suspended the operation of G.O.Ms. No.9 on fee reimbursement admissions until next Tuesday, questioning how private colleges can function when arrears running into thousands of crores remain unpaid.

A 63-year-old woman from Venkatraopet village died after being run over by a TSRTC bus in Luxettipet town, Mancherial district, on Thursday.

CPI (M) leader Pothineni Sudharshan Rao accused the Congress government of neglecting the Sitarama Project, meant to irrigate seven lakh acres in Khammam and Mahabubabad districts. He alleged that Chief Minister A Revanth Reddy failed to honour his 2024 promise to complete the project by August 2026.

BRS leader T Harish Rao criticised Chief Minister A Revanth Reddy’s celebrations over the replacement of Tungabhadra dam gates, arguing that Telangana’s core water issues remain unaddressed. He said the State continues to be deprived of its rightful Krishna River share under the Rajolibanda Diversion Scheme.

Chief Minister A Revanth Reddy appealed to government employees to work an extra hour daily to boost State revenues, assuring them that the funds would be used for their welfare. He admitted being called a "Gumpu Mestri" and emphasised his bond with employees.

Former BRS MLA Balka Suman was released from Chanchalguda Central Prison on Thursday after the Telangana High Court granted him conditional bail in a case linked to his remarks on Singareni coal establishments.

Osmania University has announced the admission schedule for TG LAWCET and PGLCET 2026. Registrations for LLB programmes open on July 5 and for LLM on July 27, with certificate verification and seat allotment following in July and August.

Former minister T Harish Rao accused the Congress government of stalling tourism projects in Siddipet and shifting the veterinary college to Kodangal, depriving local students of opportunities. He charged that no new development works have been initiated in Siddipet since Congress came to power.

The Centre of Excellence for Human and Wildlife Conflict Management, Coimbatore, has invited entries for a logo design competition promoting harmonious coexistence between humans and wildlife. The winning entry will become the institute's official logo and earn a cash prize of Rs. 25,000.

The Telangana government will finalise locations for Indiramma housing projects within the CURE limits by June 28 and release a detailed scheme brochure in July. It plans to construct one lakh houses this year, with women beneficiaries receiving ownership rights.

Hyderabad e-Champions defeated Ranga Reddy Risers by six wickets in the Sreenidhi University TG20 League. Abhirath Reddy’s 99 off 45 balls led the chase of 196, with key support from Shanmukha Ashwin and Yashveer Goud in a dominant finish

An Intermediate second-year student went missing from a social welfare residential college for girls in Rebbena mandal of Kumram Bheem Asifabad district. Police launched a search after CCTV footage showed the girl leaving the campus by scaling the compound wall.

GHMC Commissioner and District Election Officer R.V. Karnan reviewed the Special Intensive Revision of electoral rolls in Hyderabad on day one. The exercise involves door-to-door distribution of enumeration forms under BLO supervision, with officials directed to ensure transparency and smooth implementation.

Nalgonda Speed Strikers defeated Hyderabad Hurricanes 54–42 in the girls’ Under-15 category, while Warangal Stallions secured a 74–54 win in the boys’ category at the Telangana Junior Basketball League matches held at Kotla Vijaya Bhaskara Reddy Indoor Stadium

Police rescued 15 calves and arrested two persons during a vehicle check at Yamnampet in Ghatkesar. The animals were allegedly being transported illegally from Tuni cattle market to Hyderabad. The calves and vehicle were seized, and an investigation is underway.

The ACB conducted fresh searches in a disproportionate assets case involving suspended Shamirpet Tahsildar T Sucharitha, already in custody for an alleged bribery case. Officials are examining her properties, bank accounts and investments as part of the ongoing investigation.

Alwal Police arrested three persons for allegedly duping nearly 100 families by issuing fake double-bedroom housing allotment certificates. The accused collected money promising government houses, while police seized fake documents and said the main accused remains absconding.

The Special Intensive Revision of electoral rolls has begun in Hyderabad district and will continue until July 24. Booth Level Officers will make three household visits, while voters can verify records, update addresses, submit forms online, and seek assistance through helplines.

The Khairatabad Ganesh Utsav Committee has unveiled the theme for the city's iconic 69-foot Ganesh idol as Panchamukha Sankatahara Maha Ganapati. Construction commenced with Karra Puja, and over 100 workers will craft the eco-friendly idol ahead of Ganesh Chaturthi.