Telangana

An international drug cartel allegedly recruited financially vulnerable Hyderabad youngsters as carriers to smuggle hydroponic cannabis into India. Twelve youths have been arrested and are in judicial custody. Investigators say the couriers were paid Rs 20,000 per trip to transport the contraband.

Officials of the Polavaram Project Authority and Central Water Commission toured Kothagudem district to assess the impact of backwaters amid uncertainty over the extent of land submergence in Telangana.

Former Minister S Niranjan Reddy criticised the alleged detention of Telangana activists and BRS workers ahead of Chief Minister A Revanth Reddy's Palamuru visit. He also questioned the timing of the tour, citing pending paddy procurement and Rythu Bharosa implementation.

The EAGLE Force plans to issue Look Out Circulars against Indian and foreign suspects allegedly linked to an international hydroponic cannabis smuggling racket. Investigators claim the network cultivated cannabis in Thailand and smuggled it into India through multiple airports.

A six-lane elevated corridor proposed at LB Nagar under the H-CITI project is expected to ease congestion and provide signal-free travel for nearly one lakh commuters. The Rs 416 crore project will improve connectivity between LB Nagar, the Old City, Meerpet, and Badangpet.

GHMC Commissioner RV Karnan reviewed progress on the Moosarambagh downstream bridge and Nalgonda flyover projects on Thursday. He directed officials to accelerate construction works and ensure the bridge is opened to traffic at the earliest to ease commuter movement.

The BRS has criticised the Congress government for inviting parties that opposed the statehood struggle to the Telangana Movement Activists Committee meeting.

Hyderabad police have registered the first case under the Telangana Advocates Protection Act, 2026, after a woman allegedly attacked advocate Nishat Raza at the Family Court in Purani Haveli. A counter-case has also been filed, and both complaints are under investigation.

A three-year-old girl found wandering alone in Hyderabad's Chilkalguda area was safely reunited with her family after a local resident alerted police. Officers quickly secured the child, conducted inquiries in the neighbourhood, and traced her family within a short time.

Actor Prakash Raj questioned Jana Sena's plans to contest elections in Telangana, seeking clarity on whether the party would contest independently or in alliance. His remarks triggered a sharp response from actor Bandla Ganesh, who criticised him for commenting on political issues.

The Secunderabad Task Force and Malakpet police arrested two interstate drug peddlers and seized 20 kg of marijuana worth about Rs 10 lakh in Dilsukhnagar. The accused allegedly transported the contraband from Odisha, while two other suspects remain absconding.

A complaint has been lodged with Mehdipatnam police seeking legal action against Goshamahal MLA T Raja Singh over alleged remarks targeting Muslims and Muslim women. The complainant has urged authorities to verify a viral video, investigate the matter, and safeguard communal harmony.

A construction worker from Andhra Pradesh died after reportedly losing his balance and falling from the third floor of an under-construction building at Navodaya Venture in Medchal on Thursday. Police visited the site and have launched an investigation into the incident.

Khammam CCS police solved a theft case registered at Kakatiya University Campus police station by arresting three accused from West Bengal. Acting on CCTV-based information shared by Warangal police, the team tracked the suspects on a train and received appreciation for its prompt action.

Hyderabad has emerged as a major data centre destination, with live capacity more than doubling since 2022 and a 1.9 GW project pipeline. Investments by Microsoft, AWS and Oracle are accelerating the city's transformation into a leading hyperscale and AI infrastructure hub.

Star Hospitals has released a free public health book, The Human Bone Joints Explained, authored by orthopedic and robotic surgeon Dr Neelam V Ramana Reddy. The publication aims to promote mobility, dispel myths, prevent joint degeneration, and encourage pain-free living.

A seven-year-old boy who suffered life-threatening injuries in a dog attack, including severe blood loss, scalp avulsion, and an ischemic stroke, has recovered after intensive care and reconstructive surgery at Kamineni Hospitals. He was discharged on Thursday following successful treatment.

BRS leader T Harish Rao accused the Congress government of failing to fulfil promises made to employees and workers, including implementation of the PRC and DA dues. Campaigning for a BRTU-backed candidate, he urged employees to support the union in upcoming elections.

Nirmal police arrested five persons for allegedly operating mule accounts used by cyber fraudsters. Investigators found Rs 8.18 crore had been routed through the accounts. The accused reportedly received commissions and handed over banking instruments and mobile numbers to fraudsters.

Nava Limited has been selected for the FTCCI Excellence in CSR Award-2026 for its contributions to healthcare, education, livelihoods and community development. The award will be presented by Chief Minister A Revanth Reddy at a Hyderabad ceremony on June 9.

The TG LAWCET and PGLCET 2026 results were announced on Thursday, with 76.65 per cent qualifying in the three-year law course, 52.72 per cent in the five-year course, and 93.03 per cent in PGLCET. Toppers from Andhra Pradesh and Telangana were also declared.

A Telangana Government committee member has urged TITA to identify and document IT professionals who participated in the Telangana Movement. TITA will form a Screening and Selection Committee and invite eligible individuals to submit evidence supporting their involvement in the statehood struggle.

The Telangana Forest Development Corporation organised a series of eco-awareness programmes at the Botanical Garden, Hyderabad, including World Bicycle Day celebrations and a forest fire awareness drive. Participants pledged to adopt sustainable practices and contribute towards a greener, healthier Telangana.

The Telangana Football Association will kick off its Under-15 Boys Youth League in late June 2026. TFA Secretary GP Palguna has urged all registered clubs and academies to urgently complete player registrations via the Centralized Registration System