In a major political development, the Telangana Governor has officially approved the Anti-Corruption Bureau’s request to prosecute former IT minister K. T. Rama Rao (KTR) in connection with the alleged Formula E scam. Over the last two years, KTR has been under growing scrutiny as the ACB intensified its investigation. The bureau had already questioned him four times, probing financial and procedural lapses linked to the project. After conducting a nine-month detailed inquiry, reviewing doc

The Ramoji Excellence Awards in Hyderabad brought together Andhra Pradesh Chief Minister Chandrababu Naidu and Telangana Chief Minister Revanth Reddy for a heartfelt tribute to the late media icon Ramoji Rao. Both leaders reflected on Ramoji’s unmatched integrity, influence, and disciplined approach to life. Their speeches emphasized that his impact on Telugu society extended far beyond the realms of media or business, resting instead on values that inspired generations. Chandraba

A tragic accident in Saudi Arabia has claimed the lives of at least 42 Indian Umrah pilgrims, many of them from Hyderabad and other parts of Telangana. The victims were travelling from Mecca to Madinah when their bus collided with a diesel tanker near Mufrihat early Monday. The impact of the crash was devastating, leaving dozens dead and several severely injured according to early reports. Rescue teams, paramedics and local authorities reached the spot immediately to carry out emergency respo

The political landscape of Telangana witnessed a notable shift with Congress securing the Jubilee Hills constituency, a seat previously held by the BRS. This victory is being seen as a symbolic boost for the ruling party, especially as it came after a highly publicized and intense campaign. Chief minister Revanth Reddy addressed the media following the win, expressing that the people’s mandate reflects strong support for the Congress government. He stated that the victory reinforces the adm

Congress candidate Naveen Yadav has delivered a convincing victory in the Jubilee Hills bypoll, securing 98,988 votes after the final round of counting. He defeated BRS candidate Maganti Sunitha Gopinath, who stood at 74,259 votes, resulting in a solid 24,729-vote margin. This win strengthens the Congress position in one of Hyderabad’s most influential constituencies, known for its diverse urban voter base and political significance. The outcome indicates strong approval of the ruling party

Renowned Telugu poet Ande Sri, the creator of Telangana’s official state anthem “Jaya Jayahe Telangana,” passed away in Hyderabad on Monday. He was 64 years old. Family members reportedly found him lying unconscious at his residence in the morning and rushed him to a nearby hospital, where doctors declared him brought dead. Despite efforts to revive him, he could not be saved. His death marks the loss of one of Telangana’s most influential literary voices, a poet whose words captured

A devastating RTC bus accident on the Hyderabad–Chevella highway near Mirjaguda has claimed 25 lives, leaving Telangana in shock. The bus, which was overloaded with nearly 75 passengers against its 52-seat capacity, collided head-on with a gravel-laden tipper lorry. Eyewitnesses report that the bus struggled to maneuver through the narrow, uneven highway before the tragic impact occurred. This overcrowding has been attributed by locals to the Telangana government’s “Free Bus Scheme” f

Bathukamma 2025, the vibrant floral festival of Telangana, was celebrated in grand style at Ramjas College Grounds, Delhi University. Organized by the Telugu Students’ Association (TSA), the event drew over 4,000 attendees, bringing together students, families, and cultural enthusiasts to honour Telangana’s heritage during the Dussehra season. The celebration was graced by Delhi’s Hon’ble Chi

A 29-year-old software professional from Telangana’s Mahabubnagar district was shot dead by police in the United States after a violent altercation with his roommate. The incident, which occurred on September 3 in Santa Clara, California, has left his family in India devastated and appealing to authorities for assistance in bringing his body home. The victim, Mohammed Nizamuddin, had been living in California after completing his master’s degree in the US and working in

The political spotlight in Telangana is firmly on the Jubilee Hills by-election, and a surprise development has stirred fresh speculation. Former Jubilee Hills MLA P. Vishnu Vardhan Reddy’s meeting with MLC Kavitha at her residence has triggered widespread political chatter. While Vishnu Vardhan stated that his visit was only to invite her to a family event, insiders believe the Jubilee Hills by-poll was also on the agenda.

In a dramatic turn of events, MLC K. Kavitha, recently suspended from the Bharat Rashtra Samithi (BRS) by party president K. Chandrasekhar Rao (KCR), has made sensational allegations against her cousin and party colleague, T. Harish Rao. Kavitha, who has been at the center of a storm within the party, charged Harish Rao and Chief Minister A. Revanth Reddy with conspiring to divide her family and undermine her political career.

In a shocking political development, Kalvakuntla Kavitha, daughter of Telangana Former Chief Minister KCR, has been suspended from the Bharat Rashtra Samithi (BRS) on disciplinary grounds. The suspension, which was confirmed earlier today, has taken the political landscape of Telangana by surprise. Kavitha, who has long been an influential figure within BRS, has publicly criticized her father’s party leade

The Opposition INDIA bloc has chosen Justice B Sudershan Reddy (retd) as its candidate for the upcoming Vice Presidential election scheduled for September 9, 2025. The former Supreme Court judge will face off against CP Radhakrishnan, the NDA's candidate, who is the Governor of Maharashtra and a prominent BJP leader from Tamil Nadu. As the Vice Presidential election approaches, let’s take a closer look at J

In a bold and fiery statement from Delhi’s Jantar Mantar, Telangana Chief Minister Revanth Reddy sent shockwaves through the political landscape by issuing a direct warning to Prime Minister Narendra Modi. Participating in a protest organized by the Congress party demanding the implementation of 42% OBC reservation, Reddy’s sharp words reflected the rising tensions between the ruling NDA government and the opposition.

The historic lanes of Hyderabad's Old City were immersed in faith and festivity as the Bonalu celebrations at Lal Darwaza reached their vibrant peak on Sunday. Thousands of devotees, especially women dressed in traditional finery, gathered at the revered Sri Simhavahini Mahankali temple to offer Bonam to the goddess. The rhythmic beats of dappu drums echoed across the area, transforming the neighborhood into a scene of spiritual energy and cultural pride.

Actor and producer Ajay Devgn recently met with Telangana Chief Minister A. Revanth Reddy in New Delhi to explore possibilities in the state’s growing film and media landscape. During the meeting, Devgn shared his vision of establishing a state-of-the-art film studio in Telangana that would serve as a key center for animation, VFX, and AI-integrated filmmaking technologies. The studio is expected to be among the most advanced of its kind in India.

The deadly explosion at the Sigachi Chemical Industry unit in Pashamylaram, Telangana, has claimed at least 42 lives. Initially reported as 39, the death toll climbed as rescue operations continued into Tuesday. The explosion, believed to have been triggered by a chemical reaction, sent shockwaves through the plant, completely destroying the industrial shed. The blast’s force was so powerful that it hurled workers as far as 100 meters, leaving many trapp

T Raja Singh, the controversial BJP MLA from Telangana, has resigned from the party, citing an ongoing leadership tussle within the state unit. Known for his provocative statements, Singh’s resignation adds to the growing political uncertainty surrounding the BJP’s leadership in Telangana. His decision comes at a time when internal conflicts and disagreements over the party’s direction have been surfacing.

A major industrial tragedy struck Hyderabad on the morning of June 30, 2025, when a powerful explosion ripped through a pharmaceutical manufacturing unit at Sigachi Industries Pvt. Ltd. in the Pashamylaram industrial area. The blast, which reportedly occurred due to a pressure build-up in one of the reactors, has claimed the lives of eight workers and left 13 others injured and trapped under the debris. Firefighters rushed to the scene following a distress cal

Andhra Pradesh Congress president YS Sharmila has stirred up a political firestorm with explosive allegations against her brother, former Andhra Pradesh Chief Minister YS Jagan Mohan Reddy, and former Telangana Chief Minister K Chandrashekar Rao (KCR). In a press meet held earlier today, Sharmila accused the two former CMs of jointly running a covert phone tapping operation one that she claims targeted her, her husband, and other family members.