Telangana

CPI(M) has announced its intention to contest the upcoming Warangal-Khammam-Nalgonda Graduates' constituency MLC election and is holding talks with like-minded groups to forge an alliance.

A Gajwel sub-inspector has been attached to the Police Headquarters after a farmer alleged that he was assaulted inside a police station while seeking assistance in a land-related matter.

A total of 1,581 voter registration applications in Telangana's two Graduates' Constituencies have been rejected during scrutiny over ineligible qualifications and suspected fake certificates. Election officials said applicants must have obtained their degree or equivalent qualification on or before October 31, 2023.

The BRS on Saturday accused the Congress government in Telangana of failing to take timely measures to tackle the impact of El Nino and then attempting to shift blame to the previous regime for the ongoing power and water shortages. Former Energy Minister G Jagadishwar Reddy defended the BRS government's record on power management and rejected the Congress government's criticism of the Yadadri thermal power plant and electricity procurement policies.

Khammam police have booked two youths from Tummalapalli village for allegedly performing stunts with swords during birthday celebrations and uploading the videos on social media. A case has been registered under public nuisance provisions.

The BRS has accused the Congress government of failing to complete the pending works of the Palamuru-Rangareddy Lift Irrigation project, leading to crop losses in parts of the erstwhile Palamuru region.

Telangana Irrigation Minister N Uttam Kumar Reddy blamed the previous BRS government and the construction of the Kaleshwaram Lift Irrigation Scheme for the state's reduced ability to cope with drought conditions during the El Nino period.

A farmer in Telangana's Jogulamba Gadwal district allegedly set fire to his 20-acre paddy crop after it dried up due to inadequate irrigation despite the presence of the Rajolibanda Diversion Scheme (RDS) project nearby.

The family of 28-year-old railway employee Aravapalli Uday Kumar donated his corneas after he died of a heart attack while on duty in Kothagudem. Staff from Dr Agarwals Eye Hospital collected the corneas, offering hope to people with vision impairment

Electors removed from Telangana's electoral rolls during the Special Intensive Revision (SIR) exercise may face a stringent verification process if they seek re-enrolment. The final electoral rolls are scheduled for publication on November 9.

Even as Telangana experiences drought due to El Nino weather pattern, the Congress government throws the blame on erstwhile BRS government, rather than initiating measures to mitigate the suffering of people

The BRS on Saturday alleged that the Congress government in Telangana had failed to operate the Kannepally pump house to lift available Godavari water, aggravating drinking water shortages in Hyderabad and affecting irrigation needs. During a visit to Medigadda, party leaders claimed water was continuing to flow downstream and accused the government of delaying repairs to key barrages and neglecting water management for political reasons.

BRS working president K T Rama Rao praised college student Duggidevara Sri Raghunandan for developing a government primary school in Khammam district. Inspired by Mahesh Babu’s film Srimanthudu, the student supported infrastructure, cleanliness, water conservation and plastic-free initiatives

Delayed fish seed releases and falling water levels have raised concerns among Telangana’s fishermen over production and livelihoods. Fishermen’s representatives blame poor planning and stocking practices, while urging the State government to provide compensation and involve cooperative societies in planning

A 28-year-old pregnant woman carrying twins died after reportedly falling in a bathroom at Adilabad’s RIMS. An SC leader alleged medical negligence, sought an inquiry and demanded Rs 25 lakh compensation for the family. Officials said she sustained serious head injuries

BRS working president KT Rama Rao will attend the Raithu Garjana Sabha in Adilabad on November 1, former minister Jogu Ramanna said. The party will demand drought-hit status for the district and immediate relief for farmers affected by crop losses

Construction of a new council hall at the Kothagudem Municipal Corporation office has reportedly stalled for three months amid delays in fund release. While corporators seek payment to resume work, independent corporator Kambhampati Durga Prasad questions the project’s necessity

Telangana has preliminarily identified 358 drought-affected mandals, with critical groundwater levels in 324 and reservoir storage at 170 TMCft against 470 TMCft capacity. The government plans coordinated drought mitigation measures and will submit its list to the Centre by October 31

Former Minister Talasani Srinivas Yadav criticised the Congress government over El Niño preparedness, power supply and water issues. He also questioned the graduate voter registration process for MLC elections, announcing a meeting with the Chief Electoral Officer and an intensified BRS registration drive

Cotton procurement in Adilabad has plunged amid reports of weather-related crop damage and deficient rainfall. Officials and farmers cite declining yields, while farmer groups warn of worsening agrarian distress and urge immediate government relief for affected farming households across the district

Sources allege Gravity Pharmaceuticals Limited encroached on nearly half an acre of KCR Park in Pashamylaram and laid a road despite TGIIC objections. Industrialists have urged government action, warning that similar encroachments could follow elsewhere in the industrial area

Garden View Mall, a seven-storey commercial building on Wakf land near Haj House, has remained largely unused for over 15 years. Rainwater reportedly stagnates in its basement, prompting activists to demand a structural assessment and completion of pending works.

A head constable attached to Medchal traffic police station allegedly slapped a motorist during a drunk-driving check, according to a video circulating on social media. The motorist, Giri, also alleged that the officer seized his vehicle and verbally abused him.

The Directorate of Revenue Intelligence seized 1.136 kg of suspected methamphetamine from a passenger bus travelling from Bhopal to Hyderabad. Officials found four packets concealed beneath sleeper berth mattresses and are investigating the source of the suspected narcotic.