A 25-year-old student from Telangana lost his life in Germany after attempting to escape from a fire that broke out in his apartment building on December 31, turning what should have been the start of a new year into a moment of deep grief for his family and community. The student, Hruthik Reddy, hailed from Malkapur village in Jangaon district and had been residing in Brandenburg, near Berlin, while pursuing higher studies. According to information provided by his family, a fire er

Two young women from Telangana’s Mahabubabad district lost their lives in a tragic road accident in the United States after the car they were travelling in plunged into a gorge along a mountainous stretch of road in California. The incident occurred at a sharp curve on Alabama Hills Road, a scenic but challenging route known for its winding terrain. The deaths have sent shockwaves through their hometowns in Telangana, where families and residents are struggling to come to terms with the sud

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 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

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

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

In a deeply tragic incident, five teenage boys from Hyderabad drowned in the Godavari River near Basara on Sunday, June 15, while performing a ritual bath before visiting the Gnana Saraswathi temple. The group of around 20 devotees had traveled to Basara for religious purposes. As part of the temple tradition, five boys entered the river for a holy dip. Unfortunately, a sudden surge in the river’s water level created a powerful current, sweeping the tee

In a significant move to strengthen international relations and improve connectivity, Telangana Chief Minister A. Revanth Reddy announced that efforts are underway to establish a direct flight route between Hyderabad and Kitakyushu, a prominent city in Japan. The proposal came during a high-level meeting in Hyderabad on June 2, when Kitakyushu Mayor Kazuhisa Takeuchi and his delegation visited the state to attend the Telangana Formation Day celebrations.

The political future of Kalvakuntla Kavitha, daughter of BRS leader K. Chandrashekar Rao (KCR), has been the subject of growing speculation in Telangana’s political circles. Over the past few weeks, chatter around her potential divergence from the Bharat Rashtra Samithi (BRS) gained momentum following her public letter to KCR and the launch of Singareni Jagruthi, hinting at an independent political path. Fueling the debate, a leading Telugu-language publication reported on Wed

Controversy has erupted around the Miss World 2025 pageant after Miss England, Milla Magee, announced her abrupt withdrawal from the competition held in Telangana, India. Her departure sparked widespread speculation and intense media scrutiny, especially in the British press, over alleged misconduct and ethical concerns during the international beauty event. Milla Magee, who held the title of Miss England 2024, told British media outlet The Sun that she felt uncomfortable w

A recent event involving Miss World 2025 contestants has ignited a political and cultural firestorm in Telangana. The controversy erupted after a video surfaced showing women volunteers washing and wiping the feet of international beauty pageant participants before their entry into the historic Ramappa temple, located in Mulugu district. This act, which was meant as a ceremonial welcome, has been widely criticized by political parties and social groups who view it as a blow to the dignity and

In a significant boost to Telangana’s aviation infrastructure, the central government has officially approved the development of Mamnoor Airport in Warangal, marking it as the state’s second airport. Civil Aviation Minister Ram Mohan Naidu emphasized that Warangal holds immense potential to become a key regional hub, benefiting trade, tourism, and employment. The approval ends a long-standing restriction due to GMR Hyderabad Airport’s exclusivity clause, which previously pro

The Telangana government has announced a relaxation in work hours for Muslim employees during the holy month of Ramzan. As per an official circular issued by the General Administration Department, Muslim employees working in government departments, public sector units, and educational institutions will be allowed to leave work at 4:00 PM instead of the usual 5:00 PM. The rule will be in effect from March 2, 2025, to March 31, 2025, facilitating employees in fulfil