Video: Bus catches fire in Suryapet due to tyre burst
Hyderabad: A private bus caught fire on the Suryapet -Khammam highway on Friday, May 30. The incident occurred near Mothey village in Suryapet district. According to the bus driver, the vehicles tyre burst when the bus was heading to Khammam, igniting sparks that caused the fire accident. The flames quickly engulfed the vehicle, turning it Get the latest updates in Hyderabad City News , Technology , Entertainment , Sports , Politics and Top Stories on WhatsApp & Telegram by subscribing to our channels. You can also download our app for Android and iOS .
KHAMMAM: Deputy Chief Minister Mallu Bhatti Vikramarka has directed police officials to take stringent legal action against those involved in the sale of fake seeds, stressing that such fraud not only causes financial losses to farmers but also undermines their hard work. At a review meeting with officials in Khammam, Vikramarka emphasised the need for inter-state coordination and urged police to work with the Andhra Pradesh government to ensure repeat offenders are permanently barred from selling seeds. In response to the growing threat of counterfeit seeds, the state government has formed special task force teams comprising agricultural officers and police personnel. These teams are actively monitoring seed sellers and retail outlets across various districts, including Khammam, Nalgonda, Yadadri Bhongir, Suryapet, Nagarkurnool, Rangareddy, Adilabad, Nizamabad and Karimnagar. So far, 700 kg of fake seeds have been seized, and several arrests made. The government has also banned Herbicide Tolerant (HT) cotton seeds due to their environmental impact, such as soil nutrient depletion and lower yields. Despite this, some traders continue to mislead farmers by promoting these seeds as beneficial for reducing weed growth. Vikramarka advised farmers to purchase seeds only from licensed dealers. Deputy CM urges focus on welfare delivery Khammam: Deputy Chief Minister Mallu Bhatti Vikramarka on Thursday stressed the need for meticulous planning for effective implementation of all welfare schemes that are aimed at ensuring the wellbeing of the people. The deputy CM made these remarks during a review meeting held at the Khammam District Collectorate. Referring to the paddy procurement process, he said that the government had purchased a record quantity of paddy in the Khammam district and also made payments to farmers. He described the `5 lakh housing scheme for the poor as unparalleled in the country.
Telangana on yellow alert for heavy rains, gusty winds
HYDERABAD: The India Meteorological Department on Monday said that the state will continue to experience light to moderate rains and thundershowers for the next week. A yellow alert has been issued for heavy rains and gusty winds of 30-40 kmph for the next five days in Bhadradri Kothagudem, Khammam, Nalgonda, Suryapet, Mahbubabad, Warangal, Hanamkonda, Jangaon, Siddipet, Yadadri Bhuvangiri, Rangareddy, Hyderabad, Medchal Malkajigiri, Vikarabad, Sangareddy, Medak, Kamareddy, Mahbubnagar, Nagarkurnool, Wanaparthy, Narayanpet and Jogulamba Gadwal districts. For the next 48 hours, the city will experience maximum and minimum temperatures likely around 32 degrees C and 24 degrees C respectively. Surface winds are likely to be northwesterlies with wind speeds around 6-10 kmph. The shear zone around 17 degrees north had become less marked on Wednesday.
Kavitha wants to become BRS working president
HYDERABAD: If insiders in the BRS are to be believed, MLC K Kavitha is trying to make the most out of the churning that has currently gripped the party. Going by the political manoeuvring that is beginning to surface from the BRS, the sources may be quite well be right. The sources say that Kavitha told the emissaries sent by her father and party supremo K Chandrasekhar Rao (KCR) on Monday BRS MP D Damodar Rao and the partys legal cell in-charge Gandra Mohan Rao that she would want the post of the working president, currently held by her brother KT Rama Rao, should the latter be elevated to lead the state unit, or a position of equivalent importance and clout in the party hierarchy. Expectedly, the request has intensified internal debates and many in the BRS are holding their breath to see how KCR responds . Many others interpret Kavithas reported demand as the beginning of a deeper contest for influence within the partys core leadership. Amid this backdrop, KCR has reportedly instructed key leaders to refrain from making any public comments on Kavithas position or activities a move that has only added to speculation over ongoing tensions. Singareni Jagruthi launched Kavitha has seemingly upped the ante. On Tuesday, she launched Singareni Jagruthi, a new wing under the Telangana Jagruthi banner. She has positioned Singareni Jagruthi as a parallel structure to the Telangana Boggu Ghani Karmika Sangham, of which she served as honorary president. Singareni Jagruthi is being seen by some insiders as an assertion of political space by Kavitha. BRS rocked by Kavithas claims of devils around KCR; KTR warns of coverts loyal to Revanth Reddy Kavitha may wait until Oct before finalising her future course of action The timing and nature of the launch have prompted speculation that it may be a strategic message aimed at both her father and brother regarding her ambitions. Singareni Jagruthi holds sway in 26 Assembly constituencies across Adilabad, Karimnagar, Warangal and Khammam. On Tuesday, Kavitha appointed 11 coordinators to the unit and laid out plans to build grassroots structures, including village- and mandal-level committees. Party sources and those close to TBGKS interpret this as an attempt to construct an independent support base, with or without formal backing from the BRS. Insiders in the Jagruthi foundation suggested that Kavitha may wait until October, when the partys organisational reshuffle is expected, before finalising her next steps. However, they added that if she receives no direct outreach from KCR or is excluded from the process, she may chart her course independently, possibly exploring the transformation of Jagruthi into a standalone political platform. K Chandrasekhar Rao faces internal turmoil as daughter Kavitha's letter stirs unrest in BRS Attacking Congress In a meeting with Singareni Jagruthi workers on Tuesday, Kavitha maintained that the new wing would coordinate with TBGKS, while accusing the Congress-led government of undermining Singareni through alleged corruption. She accused Chief Minister A Revanth Reddy and Deputy Chief Minister Mallu Bhatti Vikramarka of diverting DMFT (District Mineral Foundation Trust) funds meant for Singareni workers to their constituencies, Kodangal and Madhira respectively. Kavitha called on the new coordinators to confront what she described as governmental overreach and to safeguard the interests of Singareni employees. Kavithas decision to activate a fresh organisational arm even as party dynamics remain unsettled is being seen by observers as a calculated move. While she continues to express allegiance to her fathers leadership, the unfolding steps suggest a parallel strategy that may be preparing for a shift in the internal balance of power or a departure from it altogether, should negotiations falter. Jagruthi coordinators Kiram Oram (Bellampalli), Kurma Vikas (Srirampur), S Bhuvan (Mandamarri), Boggula Saikrishna (Ramagundam-1), K Rathna Reddy (Ramagundam-2), Dasari Mallesh (Ramagundam-3), Naresh Neta (Bhupalpally), Ajmeera Ashok Kumar (Manuguru), Vannemreddy Veera Nagendra Prasad (Kothagudem), Vasikarla Kiram Kumar (Corporate), and K Rammohan Chari (NTPC Power Plant). Day after ACB summons, KTR leaves for scheduled tour to US, UK Hyderabad: BRS working president KT Rama Rao left for a visit to the United States and United Kingdom on Tuesday. The ACB had on Monday summoned him in connection with the Formula E Race case, to which he responded that he would appear after returning from his trip. It is not clear whether the ACB accepted his request. In the US, Rama Rao will be chief guest at the Telangana Formation Day celebrations and BRS silver jubilee event on June 1 in Texas. In the UK, he will deliver the keynote address at India Week 2025 in London, organised by Bridge India.
Indiramma housing beneficiaries thank Telangana government
Hyderabad: Telangana Revenue and Housing Minister Ponguleti Srinivasa Reddy on Monday interacted with beneficiaries of the Indiramma Housing Scheme through a video conference from the State Secretariat. Beneficiaries from different districts, including Khammam, Kodangal, and Nirmal, expressed their gratitude and said that the Rs.4 lakh assistance under the scheme had helped them start building permanent Get the latest updates in Hyderabad City News , Technology , Entertainment , Sports , Politics and Top Stories on WhatsApp & Telegram by subscribing to our channels. You can also download our app for Android and iOS .
Weekly Prajavani programmes at Khammam flooded with grievances from public
KHAMMAM: A 41-year-old polio-affected Gangula Jagannadham, a native of Karepalli village, said that he had visited weekly Prajavani programmes at the Collectors office 20 times, requesting the government to sanction him a loan of Rs 2 lakh to set up a business. But his request has not been considered yet, he told TNIE at the Mondays grievances day here. A tailor by profession, Jagannatham said his income is not enough to feed his family of four, including his wife, a son, pursuing a degree, and a daughter, who is in class VII. He lamented that he finds it hard to pay the fee for the education of his two children. In the hope of securing some help from the government, he travels 35 km from his village to the Collectors office and submits his petition to the authorities at Prajavani. I have made innumerable trips to the Prajavani programme in the last four months for a loan of Rs 2 lakh, but without success, he rued. He said that he even fell down and fractured his leg during one of his visits to the Collectors office. Another polio-affected person, Md Aziz (35), a resident of Shanthinagar in Khammam, shared with TNIE a similar experience. He said that he has been making futile trips to Prajavani for a house under the Indiramma Housing Scheme. According to Aziz, he lives with his aged and ailing mother in a rented house and the Rs 6,000 pension that both of them receive from the government is not enough to pay rent and meet their daily needs. Like these two polio-affected individuals, many others turned up at Prajavani for a helping hand from the government.
Sub-Registrar, document writer caught accepting bribe in Khammam
ACB nabs Khammam sub-registrar, document writer for Rs 30K bribe
Hyderabad: The Anti-Corruption Bureau (ACB) on Monday, May 26, caught the sub-registrar of Khammam Rural and a private document writer red-handed while accepting a bribe of Rs 30,000. The accused has been identified as Jekki Aruna, Puchakayala Venkatesh. According to reports, the bribe was taken to process the registration of a gift deed for a Get the latest updates in Hyderabad City News , Technology , Entertainment , Sports , Politics and Top Stories on WhatsApp & Telegram by subscribing to our channels. You can also download our app for Android and iOS .
Khammam Rural Sub-Registrar, Document Writer In ACB Net
The Sub-Registrar demanded a bribe of Rs.50,000 and accepted Rs.30,000
Mahila Morcha To Hold Sindoor Rally Today
Hailing the action by the armed forces on terror base camps in Pakistan, BJP Mahila Morcha activists will take out a Mahila Sindoor rally in Khammam on Sunday.
Ponguleti: Complete Paleru UT Canal Works by July 10
Irrigation for 4 lakh acres in Khammam depends on timely tunnel completion
Left-Wing groups Demand Judicial Probe Into Keshav Rao Encounter
The leaders of CPI (M), CPI, CPI (ML-New Democracy), CPI (ML- Mass Line), Telangana Peoples Joint Action Committee, Peoples Front and Civil Liberties Committee held a joint media conference at Manchikanti Bhavan at Khammam.
SURYAPET: Irrigation Minister N Uttam Kumar Reddy on Wednesday said the Congress government was determined to secure Telanganas rightful share of Krishna river waters, correcting what he called a historic betrayal by the previous BRS regime. Addressing the media in Chintalapalem mandal, Uttam accused the BRS of surrendering Telanganas rights by accepting a mere 299 tmcft out of the total 811 tmcft water allocation from the Krishna river, leaving 512 tmcft to Andhra Pradesh. It wasnt a negotiation; it was a sellout, and in writing, he said. He said the Congress government has reversed this approach and reopened the case before the Brijesh Kumar Tribunal, demanding a 70:30 share for Telangana and Andhra Pradesh, respectively, based on catchment area, cultivable land, drought conditions and population. Our goal is to green the drought-hit districts of Mahbubnagar, Nalgonda and Khammam through targeted irrigation, he said. KLIS, a monument of waste Slamming the BRSs record, Uttam called the Kaleshwaram Lift Irrigation Project a historic blunder that cost the state `1 lakh crore while leaving farmers high and dry. If the BRS had stuck to the original Pranahita-Chevella project planned by the Congress at Rs 38,000 crore, Telangana could have completed 10 major irrigation projects. Instead, Rs 62,000 crore was sunk into a single failed project with three collapsed barrages, he said. He accused the previous BRS government of scrapping the efficient and cost-effective blueprint prepared under former chief minister Dr YS Rajasekhara Reddy and opting for an inflated project at Medigadda for political optics. This wasnt irrigation, it was inflation, he said, alleging massive corruption and calling Kaleshwaram a non-functional project with irreversible financial loss. Uttam said the Rs 62,000 crore wasted on KLIP could have completed long-pending Krishna basin projects such as Palamuru-Rangareddy, Kalwakurthy, Nettempadu, Bhima, Koilsagar, Dindi, Devadula, Sitarama Sagar and the SLBC tunnel. Instead of building a robust irrigation network, BRS built a monument of waste. We could have solved the irrigation crisis permanently, he said.
Moderate rains force diversion of Telangana Minister Uttam Kumars chopper
HYDERABAD: Owing to inclement weather and moderate rainfall, the helicopter carrying Irrigation Minister N Uttam Kumar Reddy made an emergency landing in Kodad, Nalgonda district, on Wednesday. The minister was en route to Mellacheruvu from Hyderabad to review the MBC lift irrigation scheme when officials cautioned about the inclement weather. Due to moderate rain in the Kodad area, the helicopter landed as per official guidance. Uttam then proceeded to Mellacheruvu by road and conducted the scheduled review of irrigation works. Several districts, including Hyderabad, experienced moderate to heavy rain on Wednesday. The weather department has forecast moderate to heavy rain over the next four days. Heavy rains likely today For Thursday, heavy rain accompanied by thunderstorms, lightning, and gusty winds (4050 km/h) is expected at isolated locations in the districts of Karimnagar, Peddapalli, Jayashankar Bhupalapally, Mulugu, Mahabubabad, Warangal, Hanamkonda, and Jangaon. A yellow alert has been issued for these areas. Thunderstorms with lightning and gusty winds (4050 km/h) are also likely at isolated places in Bhadradri Kothagudem, Khammam, Nalgonda, Suryapet, Siddipet, Yadadri Bhuvanagiri, Rangareddy, Hyderabad, MedchalMalkajgiri, Vikarabad, Sangareddy, Medak, Kamareddy, Mahbubnagar, Nagarkurnool, Wanaparthy, Narayanpet and Jogulamba Gadwal districts. In Adilabad, Kumuram Bheem Asifabad, Mancherial, Nirmal, Nizamabad, Jagtial and Rajanna Sircilla districts, thunderstorms with lightning and gusty winds (3040 km/h) are likely to occur at isolated locations. Rainfall on Wednesday (in mm): Sadasivanagar (Kamareddy): 86.4 Dharpalle (Nizamabad): 73.2 Mahbubnagar: 65.4 Banswada (Kamareddy): 60.2 Doulatabad (Siddipet): 58.6 Sangem (Warangal): 58.4 Gandhari (Kamareddy): 50.6 Jakranpalle (Nizamabad): 48.0 Armoor (Nizamabad): 47.4 Mahbubnagar: 47.0
Habeas Corpus Plea for Husband by 2nd Wife Dismissed
A two-judge vacation panel of the Telangana High Court dismissed a habeas corpus writ petition seeking the release of a railway employee undergoing treatment at a rehabilitation centre in Khammam.
Khammam commissioner denies clash between communities during Tiranga rally
Hyderabad: Khammam commissioner of police Sunil Dutt, on Monday, May 19 dismissed claims of a clash between two communities during a Tiranga rally. In a statement, Dutt urged the public not to believe videos circulating on social media. Some people are deliberately spreading rumours and speculations about untoward incidents during the Tiranga Rally in the Get the latest updates in Hyderabad City News , Technology , Entertainment , Sports , Politics and Top Stories on WhatsApp & Telegram by subscribing to our channels. You can also download our app for Android and iOS .
Telangana to conduct resurvey of lands to revise cadastral maps
HYDERABAD: Revenue and Housing Minister Ponguleti Srinivasa Reddy on Sunday revealed that the state government will conduct resurvey of lands in five villages on a pilot basis to redefine the cadastral maps. In a statement issued here, Srinivasa Reddy said that the state government is working on revising the revenue maps that have existed since the Nizam period. The minister said that there are as many as 413 villages in the state where land survey was not conducted even during Nizam rule. Alleging that the previous BRS government did not even try to find a solution to the issue of cadastral maps, he said: Under the leadership of Chief Minister A Revanth Reddy, the Indiramma government is finding a solution to the issues in the land administration. As part of it, the government will be conducting a pilot project in five out of 413 villages, he said. The five villages chosen for pilot project are Gandeed in Mahbubnagar district, Kommanapalli (new) in Jagtial district, Mulugumada in Khammam district, Venkatapuram in Mulugu district and Vatpalli in Sangareddy district. As part of this programme, a comprehensive survey will be conducted in respective villages with modern technology using two methods: aerial/drone survey method and pure ground truthing method, and geo-referendums, cadastral maps, and rights registration documents will be prepared, he said. He added that this initiative will enhance transparency, facilitate dispute-free land records and provide clarity on potential ownership of lands. The minister said that this initiative would help the people in the rural areas. The government has selected several companies with domain knowledge and those include RV Associates, Marvel Geo Spatial, IIC Technologies, Neo Geo and Drogo Drone, he said and added that the government was committed to extending the project to other villages based on the outcome from this survey.
Complete all projects as per timelines: Telangana Irrigation minister Uttam tells officials
SURYAPET: Stressing that the government was committed to developing additional ayacut with less expenditure, Irrigation & Civil Supplies Minister N Uttam Kumar Reddy on Sunday asked the officials as well as the implementing agencies to expedite the works and complete all the ongoing irrigation projects across the state at the earliest. The minister said that during a comprehensive review of irrigation projects, held at Jala Saudha on May 14 in the presence of Chief Minister A Revanth Reddy, clear timelines were set for the completion of each ongoing and pending scheme. All works must be taken up on a war footing, Uttam said and asked irrigation officials and implementing agencies to expedite all works. He also instructed the district collectors to expedite land acquisition process. The minister said that special focus was being laid on expediting five key projects in the erstwhile Mahbubnagar district -- Kalwakurthy, Nettampadu, Bhima, Koyalsagar and Palamuru-Rangareddy. The SLBC, Dindi and Udayasamudram projects in the erstwhile Nalgonda district and the Sitarama project in Khammam district were also prioritised in the recent review. Completion of the Devadula and Gauravelli projects in North Telangana was also identified as a high priority, he added. The minister also informed that works on the Tummadihatti project would begin shortly. Bette Thanda, Janpahad lift irrigation projects Meanwhile, Uttam visited the Bette Thanda and Janpahad lift irrigation projects in Palakeedu mandal of Suryapet district. During his visit to Janpahad project, which is being developed at a cost of Rs 270 crore, the minister urged officials and executing agencies to accelerate the pace of ongoing works. He directed the officials to ensure the project is completed without any further delays. He stressed that the state government will not tolerate inefficiency when it comes to critical infrastructure that impacts rural livelihoods. The minister informed that land acquisition for Janpahad has been completed, and the project is now free of major obstacles. Once operational, it is expected to benefit multiple villages, including Palakeedu, Janpahad, Botlapalem, Komatikunta, Gunde Boyinagudem, Alingapuram, Meghna Pahad Thanda, Cheruvu Thanda, Raghavapuram, Ellapuram, Sajjapuram, Nagireddygudem, and Hanumanthagudem, he said. While reviewing the Bette Thanda lift irrigation scheme, where he said the works are progressing swiftly and will be completed by the end of August. The Rs 33.83 crore project, which sources water from the Musi river, will irrigate 2,041 acres and benefit 2,176 farmers, a majority of whom belong to tribal communities, he said and added that land acquisition and compensation process for this project has already been completed.
Egg of the sun rises in Khammam
KHAMMAM: While mango is generally considered the king of fruits, what do you call it when a kilogram of the edible stone fruit costs Rs 2.5 lakh? The super king of fruits? Or just plain egg of the sun, the popular name for Miyazaki mango, touted to be the worlds most expensive variety of the juicy, pulpy fruit from Japan. This rare Japanese variety is now being cultivated in India, including in Shree City, a rural mandal in Khammam district, all due to the efforts of local farmer, Garikapati Venkata Rao. Renowned for its distinct flavour, vibrant red colour and high nutritional value, the Miyazaki mango is rich in vitamins A, C and E, along with beta-carotene, folic acid, fibre and antioxidants. These nutrients are known to boost immunity, support digestion, improve eye and skin health. The mangos natural sugars, balanced with fibre, also help regulate blood sugar levels. What sets the Miyazaki mango apart is the precision and care involved in its cultivation. The process includes hand-pollination, individually wrapping each fruit to protect it from damage, and closely monitoring the trees growth stages. This labour-intensive approach results in a premium-quality fruit that commands a high price globally. In India, Miyazaki mangoes have been showcased at mango festivals in Siliguri (West Bengal) and Raipur (Chhattisgarh), drawing attention for their exotic appeal. Speaking to TNIE, Garikapati Venkata Rao says he began his journey with the fruit in 2020 by importing 10 saplings from Bengaluru, each costing Rs 10,000. I was a little scared about whether the plant would grow well in Khammam, but it has grown successfully. In the first year, each tree yielded around 30 fruits. This year, that number has increased to 80 fruits per tree. Encouraged by the results, he went on to import 58 more saplings. While Venkata says most of his harvest is exported to foreign countries, he says, This fruit is very tasty and, of course, expensive. The Miyazaki mangos high price tag is attributed to its superior quality, limited availability and the meticulous cultivation methods required. Despite the cost, its exceptional taste and health benefits make it a prized delicacy among fruit connoisseurs and health-conscious consumers alike.
Army officer falls prey to cybercriminals, loses Rs 55 lakh in Telangana
HYDERABAD: A technical officer from Khammam, currently serving in the Indian Army in Jammu and Kashmir, lost Rs 55 lakh to cybercriminals who lured him with promises of high returns on stock market investments. While he lodged a complaint on Thursday, the cybercriminals first set a trap for the officer in January by sending him WhatsApp messages and luring him with promises of high returns on investments in an IPO. Initially, he ignored the messages, but as they persisted, he responded in February seeking further details. On February 10, he was added to a WhatsApp group BVIP29 BN Rathi Internal Group. He searched for BN Rathi Securities Ltd. on Google and found a Hyderabad-based address along with contact numbers. Upon calling those numbers, the officer was informed that the company was legitimate and based in Hyderabad. He became convinced that the firm was genuine. Funds transfer demands led to suspicion The group administrator, identified as Hersh Tolani, shared investment details and advised him on IPO opportunities. The officer was later directed to download a trading application, which he began using on March 10 to make investments. On May 5, during what turned out to be the final transaction, Tolani asked him to transfer an additional Rs 3.8 lakh. The officer replied, asking Tolani to debit the amount from his BN Rathi account. When Tolani repeated the request multiple times, the officer grew suspicious. He contacted BN Rathi Securities again and was informed that the company did not operate any WhatsApp groups and that fraudsters had been misusing its name. Only then did the officer realise he had been deceived. Following his complaint, the Telangana Cyber Security Bureau (TGCSB) and the Cyber Crime Police Station (CCPS) of Khammam registered a case under Sections 61(2) and 318(4) of the Bharatiya Nyay Sanhita (BNS), and Section 66D of the Information Technology Act.
7 Cattle Checkposts Set Up In Khammam
The special checkposts aim to prevent any law and order problems caused by illegal cattle transport. Police have warned of strict action and legal cases against those involved.
Well staffed, hospitals in Kothagudem drive up institutional deliveries
KHAMMAM: A 25% monthly increase was recorded in the number of normal deliveries in government facilities across Bhadradri Kothagudem district. Officials attribute this to the measures employed to improve maternal healthcare, especially in remote areas like Bhadrachalam, Cherla, Ashwaraopet, Manuguru, Burgampadu, Palvoncha and Yellandu. The officials also pointed out that 84% of the total deliveries in the district have been in government hospitals. According to district hospital coordinator Dr G Ravibabu, the number of normal deliveries rose from 320 in March to 400 in April 2025. He said earlier, doctors were reluctant to work in rural hospitals, but District Collector Jitesh V Patil secured government approval to increase their salaries, leading to full staffing in all hospitals. Midwives are also playing a key role by guiding pregnant women through exercises that promote natural childbirth, he added. We are providing air-conditioning, coolers and purified drinking water in all seven hospitals in the district, which is also encouraging more normal deliveries in government facilities, Dr Ravibabu said. To address the shortage of specialists in remote areas, the collector sanctioned additional incentives, resulting in the recruitment of obstetricians, paediatricians, anaesthetists and radiologists in hospitals like Bhadrachalam, Manuguru and Palvoncha.
Bhatti Slams BRS for False Propaganda
Deputy Chief Minister Mallu Bhatti Vikramarka slammed the BRS for allegedly spreading false propaganda against the Congress government. Along with health minister Damodara Rajanarsimha, revenue minister Ponguleti Srinivas Reddy and agriculture minister Tummala Nageswara Rao, he laid the foundation stone for the Government Medical College building at Raghunathapuram in Khammam on Thursday.
Telangana health minister lays foundation stone for Khammam medical college
Hyderabad: Telangana health minister C. Damodar Raja Narasimha laid the foundation stone for the Khammam Government Medical College on Thursday. The new hospital, being constructed at Ballepally in Raghunathapalem Mandal, will be built at an estimated cost of Rs 150 crore. Narasimha stated that the project will be completed within two years. Currently, the college Get the latest updates in Hyderabad City News , Technology , Entertainment , Sports , Politics and Top Stories on WhatsApp & Telegram by subscribing to our channels. You can also download our app for Android and iOS .
TSCS Organizes Special Thalassemia Awareness Event at Khammam
TSCS in association with Indian Academy of Pediatrics, Khammam Felicitate Children and Coordinators at a special Thalassemia awareness event
Foundation stone laid for 8.50 crore synthetic track at Sardar Patel Stadium in Khammam
92.74 pc Attendance Registered At TG-EAPCET
Attendance varied across zones. Mahbubnagar, Adilabad and Hyderabad III saw attendance rates above 95 per cent, while Khammam, Nalgonda, and Sangareddy hovered close to that.
Fearless Monkeys Raid Farmers in Hundreds, Damage One Lakh Acres in Khammam
Telangana Farmers Commission chairman M. Kodanda Reddy observed that solar fencing of farmland was the only solution to check the monkey menace though it is costly
BRS leaders on way to attend silver jubilee stopped in Khammam
Hyderabad: Bharat Rashtra Samithi (BRS) leaders on their way to attend the partys silver jubilee celebrations were stopped on the Khammam-Warangal road on Sunday, April 27. Road Transport Authority (RTA) officials, along with police, blocked the buses at Tirumalayapalem on the Khammam-Warangal road. On learning about the incident, Khammam BRS district party president MLC Tata Get the latest updates in Hyderabad City News , Technology , Entertainment , Sports , Politics and Top Stories on WhatsApp & Telegram by subscribing to our channels. You can also download our app for Android and iOS .
Peace rally held in Khammam seeking immediate halt to Operation Kagar
Khammam MP inspects redevelopment works at Khammam railway station
Khammam neglected despite two Ministers in the Cabinet: Kavitha
TG EAPCET Sees Record 3.05 Lakh Registrations
Hyderabad drew over 1.4 lakh applicants in four subzones, followed by Warangal, Karimnagar, Khammam, and Nizamabad.
Minister Promises Homes for Buildings Razed for Encroaching Govt Land in Khammam
Agriculture Minister Tummala Nageswara Rao assured rehabilitation for families affected by anti-encroachment drives under welfare schemes.
Two Teenagers Drown In Khammam
Personnel from Khammam III Town Police Station retrieved the bodies and shifted them to the Government General Hospital mortuary for post-mortem examination.
Recurring rat attacks plague girl students of gurukul school in Khammam
Hyderabad: In a concerning incident which has been recurring year after year, rats have been wreaking havoc by biting the inmates of the Telangana Social Welfare Residential School and Junior College for Girls at Tekulapally village in Khammam municipal corporation. The most recent incident reported was on Monday night, when 6 girls were bitten by Get the latest updates in Hyderabad City News , Technology , Entertainment , Sports , Politics and Top Stories on WhatsApp & Telegram by subscribing to our channels. You can also download our app for Android and iOS .
5 held in Khammam for plot to kill man over wifes affair
Hyderabad: Five individuals have been arrested in Khammam for allegedly kidnapping and plotting to murder a man at the behest of his wifes lover, who allegedly paid Rs 5 lakh as an advance payment. The accused have been identified as Konduri Ramanjaneyulu, the womans lover; Danthala Venkata Narayana alias Venkat; Pagadala Vijay Kumar alias Chanti Get the latest updates in Hyderabad City News , Technology , Entertainment , Sports , Politics and Top Stories on WhatsApp & Telegram by subscribing to our channels. You can also download our app for Android and iOS .
Intense storms likely in Telangana; IMD Hyderabad issues yellow alert
Hyderabad: The India Meteorological Department (IMD) Hyderabad has forecast thunderstorms, lightning and squalls in various districts of Telangana. Apart from the department, weather enthusiast T Balaji who is renowned for his accurate weather forecasts predicted that Bhadradri, Khammam, Mahabubabad, Mulugu, Bhupalapally, Suryapet, Yadadri, Jangaon and parts of Warangal will get intense storms on Tuesdays evening Get the latest updates in Hyderabad City News , Technology , Entertainment , Sports , Politics and Top Stories on WhatsApp & Telegram by subscribing to our channels. You can also download our app for Android and iOS .
Telangana: Woman Held for Killing Live-In Partner
The accused, identified as Madikanti Lavanya, a native of Raghavapuram village in Chithalapudi mandal of Eluru district, Andhra Pradesh, had been living with Kona Ravi Prasad at an apartment in Nethaji Nagar, Khammam, for the past five months.
106 kg ganja seized in Kuravi, four arrested
Gang was en-route to Hyderabad from Odisha via Visakhapatnam and Khammam
Khammam: Wife's lover hires contract killers to murder husband, plot takes twisted turn!
Woman's lover decided to eliminate her husband offering Rs.20 lakh as supari to the accused
Solar Powered Roof-Top Panels on Warehouse Godowns: Tummala
New godown in Khammam launched; state pushes for solar-powered, self-help group-run storage units.
Padma Shri Vanajeevi Ramaiah, Telanganas green crusader, dies at 87
Hyderabad: Padma Shri awardee Vanajeevi Ramaiah died in Khammam district of Telangana on Saturday, April 12. He suffered a heart attack at his house in Reddipalli village, they said. He was 87. Daripalli Ramaiah, popularly known as the green crusader, Chettu (tree) Ramaiah or Vanajeevi in Khammam district, for planting more than one crore saplings Get the latest updates in Hyderabad City News , Technology , Entertainment , Sports , Politics and Top Stories on WhatsApp & Telegram by subscribing to our channels. You can also download our app for Android and iOS .
Padma Shri awardee 'Vanajeevi' Ramaiah Passes Away
Daripalli Ramaiah, popularly known as the green crusader, Chettu (tree) Ramaiah or Vanajeevi in Khammam district
CPI (M) senior leader from Khammam dies of heart attack
CPI (M) State committee member Yerra Srikanth dies of heart attack at CPI (M) Congress in Madurai
Video: Engineering student collapses while playing cricket in Hyderabad
Hyderabad: A tragic event unfolded at CMR College on the outskirts of the city when a third-year B Tech student collapsed and reportedly died of a heart attack while playing cricket as part of an inter-college tournament. The victim, who hailed from the Khammam district, was taking part in the match when he unexpectedly collapsed Get the latest updates in Hyderabad City News , Technology , Entertainment , Sports , Politics and Top Stories on WhatsApp & Telegram by subscribing to our channels. You can also download our app for Android and iOS .
Video: RTC conductor dies in accident in Telanganas Khammam
Hyderabad: A Telangana State Road Transport Corporation (TGSRTC) conductor died in an accident in Telanganas Khammam on Sunday, March 30. Five passengers were injured after the RTC bus collided with a stationary oil tanker in Kotha Lankapalli village of Penuballi mandal. The Super Luxury bus belonging to Khammam depot was traveling from Vizag to Khammam. Get the latest updates in Hyderabad City News , Technology , Entertainment , Sports , Politics and Top Stories on WhatsApp & Telegram by subscribing to our channels. You can also download our app for Android and iOS .
Poor must benefit from welfare schemes: Tummala
Khammam municipal commissioner Abhishek Agastya said works worth 10 crore to build footpaths along main roads would begin shortly.
Khammam collectors sweet gift to households where girl child is born
Hyderabad: Khammam district collector Mujammil Khan has introduced a new initiative titled Girl Pride, aimed at promoting the importance of girl children and encouraging positive societal attitudes toward their birth. As part of this program, district officials will visit households where a girl child is born, distribute sweet boxes, and extend congratulations to the family. Get the latest updates in Hyderabad City News , Technology , Entertainment , Sports , Politics and Top Stories on WhatsApp & Telegram by subscribing to our channels. You can also download our app for Android and iOS .
Telanganas Khammam Railway Station undergoing a 25.41 crore transformation
Khammam station which played a crucial role during British era, continued to grow importance post independence
Telangana HC halts GO 75, DCMS directors retain charge
Hyderabad: In a significant development, the Telangana High Court has issued interim orders to halt the implementation of Government Order (GO) 75, which appointed additional collectors as person-in-charge for District Cooperative Marketing Societies (DCMS) in eight districts of Telangana, excluding Khammam. The decision comes after directors of these societies from the affected districts filed separate Get the latest updates in Hyderabad City News , Technology , Entertainment , Sports , Politics and Top Stories on WhatsApp & Telegram by subscribing to our channels. You can also download our app for Android and iOS .
Tiger Sightings Create Panic in Karimnagar, Warangal
Fresh tiger tracks were detected near Bitthupalli village and along the EklaaspurKhammampally road. Forest officials believe the tiger travelled from Mutharam to Manthani, prompting advisories for residents to stay alert and avoid late-night fieldwork.
Khammam excise official caught accepting Rs 1,500 bribe in ACB sting
This marks the ACBs sixth successful case this month.
Indian student from Telangana shot dead in US, says family members
HYDERABAD: A 26-year-old student from Telangana was allegedly found dead with bullet wounds in the US, but the circumstances leading to his death were not clear, his family members said on Wednesday. G Praveen was pursuing MS in Milwaukee, Wisconsin. His family was informed by US authorities on Wednesday morning (Indian time). Some friends said that Praveen's body was found with bullets, his cousin Arun told PTI. Some say Praveen was shot dead by unknown assailants at a store, but the cause of death was not known to the family, he said. Arun said Praveen called his father in the early hours of Wednesday, but the latter could not take the call as he was sleeping. Praveen's parents are in a state of shock after learning about the incident, he said. The family is native of Ranga Reddy district, neighbouring Hyderabad. The US authorities informed family members that the cause of death would be known after an autopsy. Praveen, who studied B Tech in Hyderabad, had gone to the US in 2023 to pursue MS. He visited India in December, 2024 and left for America in January this year. The family members approached MLAs and other leaders for help. Meanwhile, the Indian Embassy in Chicago expressed deep sorrow over the death of the student Praveen Kumar. The embassy said, We are in touch with his family and the University to provide all possible support. Our heartfelt condolences and prayers are with his family and friends during this difficult time. We are saddened by the untimely death of Praveen Kumar Gampa, a Post-graduate student at the University of Wisconsin-Milwaukee. The Consulate is in contact with Praveen's family and the University, helping them with all possible support. Our heartfelt condolences and prayers are India in Chicago (@IndiainChicago) March 5, 2025 At least two Indian students from Telangana , one from Khammam in November last year and another from Hyderabad in January this year, were allegedly shot dead in the US.
Khammam Excise officers seized marijuana worth 11 crore in past year
In 2024, the Telangana Excise department seized a total of about 6,000 kilograms of marijuana, with Khammam alone accounting for 2,225 kilograms
Telangana: TPUS and PRTU share each of the 2 Teachers MLC seats
Hyderabad: The candidates supported by ideologically opposed organisations have won in the two Teachers MLC constituency elections held in Telangana on February 27. As the results were announced on Monday, March 3, Progressive Recognized Teachers Union (PRTU) candidate Sreepal Reddy won from Nalgonda-Khammam-Warangal Teachers MLC constituency, and Telangana Prantha Upadhyaya Sangam (TPUS) candidate Malka Komuraiah Get the latest updates in Hyderabad City News , Technology , Entertainment , Sports , Politics and Top Stories on WhatsApp & Telegram by subscribing to our channels. You can also download our app for Android and iOS .
Sripal Reddy Wins Warangal-Khammam-Nalgomda Teachers MLC Elections
Defeats incumbent Narsi Reddy after second-priority vote count; vows to strengthen education system.
HC Taken Up the PIL On Illegal Mining in Khammam District
The court had taken up a PIL based on a letter dated 23-09-2024 addressed to the Chief Justice which alleged that there was rampant illegal mining in Khammam district and that officials had become silent spectators.
Counting of votes underway for three MLC seats in Telangana
Hyderabad: The counting of votes for the Telangana Legislative Council elections to two teachers and one graduate constituency is underway on Monday. The counting of votes for the graduate constituency of Medak-Nizamabad-Adilabad-Karimnagar, the teacher constituencies of Medak-Nizamabad-Adilabad-Karimnagar, and Warangal-Khammam-Nalgonda began at 8 a.m. The polling for these seats was held on February 27 through ballot Get the latest updates in Hyderabad City News , Technology , Entertainment , Sports , Politics and Top Stories on WhatsApp & Telegram by subscribing to our channels. You can also download our app for Android and iOS .
Lorry driver jumps off police station building in Khammam district, suffers hip fracture
Telangana: Cheated by live-in partner, woman hangs self, records selfie video
Hyderabad: A 24-year-old woman died by suicide by hanging in Ponnekal village of Khammam rural mandal on Saturday, March 1. Before dying, she recorded a selfie video accusing her lover of cheating after promising to marry her. In the video, Kavya Kalyani said she has been in a relationship with a dancer named Abhi, who Get the latest updates in Hyderabad City News , Technology , Entertainment , Sports , Politics and Top Stories on WhatsApp & Telegram by subscribing to our channels. You can also download our app for Android and iOS .
Dhee Dancer Kavya Kalyan Dies by Suicide in Khammam
Dancer Kavya Kalyan found dead in Khammam; accused Abhi faces probe after her video alleges betrayal and secret marriage
MLC elections held peacefully in erstwhile Warangal
Teachers MLC elections in the Warangal, Khammam, and Nalgonda constituency were held peacefully on Thursday in the erstwhile Warangal district.
MLC Polls: Warangal-Khammam-Nalgonda See 93.55% Turnout
Tensions flared in Khammam during MLC polling over voter influence allegations; ballot boxes secured, counting set for March 3.
Polling underway for three MLC seats in Telangana
Hyderabad: Polling was underway for three seats of Telangana Legislative Council from teachers and graduates constituencies on Thursday. Voting commenced at 8 a.m. in the Medak-Nizamabad-Adilabad-Karimnagar graduates and teachers constituencies and the Warangal-Khammam-Nalgonda teachers constituency. The Election Commission officials said the polling was underway in a smooth manner with no untoward incident being reported from Get the latest updates in Hyderabad City News , Technology , Entertainment , Sports , Politics and Top Stories on WhatsApp & Telegram by subscribing to our channels. You can also download our app for Android and iOS .
Polling underway for MLC election in Telangana
The three seats are Medak-Nizamabad-Adilabad-Karimnagar Graduates' and Teachers' constituencies and Warangal-Khammam-Nalgonda Teachers' constituency
Polling for three MLC seats in Telangana on Thursday
The three seats are Medak-Nizamabad-Adilabad-Karimnagar Graduates' and Teachers' constituencies and Warangal-Khammam-Nalgonda Teachers' constituency.
Teachers MLC polls: Silence period from 4 pm today
The district collector and returning officer for the Warangal-Khammam-Nalgonda Teachers MLC elections, Ila Tripathi, announced on Monday that election campaigns by contesting candidates and party leaders must cease after 4 pm on February 25.
Bandi Sanjay Opposes Congress Call to Avoid Paddy Cultivation
Union minister Bandi Sanjay criticizes KCR, Congress over Kaleshwaram project failure, urges voters to back BJP in Nalgonda-Khammam-Warangal
POCSO case against teacher in Telanganas Siddipet for sexual harassment
Hyderabad: A teacher named Devayya, who teaches biology at a government higher secondary school in Khammampalli, Siddipet district, has been charged under the POCSO Act for inappropriate behaviour with female students. According to reports, Devayya called several students into the science lab under the pretext of conducting practicals and engaged in indecent conduct and sexual Get the latest updates in Hyderabad City News , Technology , Entertainment , Sports , Politics and Top Stories on WhatsApp & Telegram by subscribing to our channels. You can also download our app for Android and iOS .
5,660 govt school students found with vision problems in Khammam
Hyderabad: A total of 5,660 students from government schools and junior colleges in Khammam district of Telangana have been diagnosed with vision defects after screenings conducted under the Rashtriya Bala Swasthya Karyakram. The screenings covered 1,89,784 students between April and October last year, with expert doctors assessing their eye health. A second round of screening Get the latest updates in Hyderabad City News , Technology , Entertainment , Sports , Politics and Top Stories on WhatsApp & Telegram by subscribing to our channels. You can also download our app for Android and iOS .
Telangana: BJP MPs saffron book warning to corrupt IAS, IPS officers
Hyderabad: Malkajgiri BJP MP Eatala Rajender has made significant remarks regarding the misuse of power by IAS and IPS officials, asserting that they will be named in a saffron book for engaging in corruption under the influence of political leaders. Speaking at a press conference in Warangal during the campaign for the combined Warangal-Khammam-Nalgonda constituency Get the latest updates in Hyderabad City News , Technology , Entertainment , Sports , Politics and Top Stories on WhatsApp & Telegram by subscribing to our channels. You can also download our app for Android and iOS .
Orders issued to seal unauthorised clinic in Khammam
Demand for establishment of Chilli Board in Khammam intensifies
4 more held for attacking Chilkur Balaji priest in Hyderabad, total arrests now 18
Hyderabad: Four more persons were arrested on Saturday, February 15 for attacking Chilkur Balaji head priest CS Rangarajan in Hyderabad. The accused were identified as G Ramadevi, A Rajyalaxmi and B Mukambika, all from Khammam district of Telangana and C Jagadish from Visakhapatnam of Andhra Pradesh. According to Moinabad police, they were lured by the Get the latest updates in Hyderabad City News , Technology , Entertainment , Sports , Politics and Top Stories on WhatsApp & Telegram by subscribing to our channels. You can also download our app for Android and iOS .
Speeding granite truck overturns in Telangana leaving 2 dead, injuring 8
Hyderabad: A speeding truck carrying granites lost its control and overturned in Telanganas Khammam district on Friday, February 14, killing two labourers on the spot and severely injuring eight others. The accident occurred near Mudigonda on the Khammam-Kodad National Highway (NH-365A) when the minitruck, carrying polished granite slabs from Guvvalagudem village reportedly broke a wheel Get the latest updates in Hyderabad City News , Technology , Entertainment , Sports , Politics and Top Stories on WhatsApp & Telegram by subscribing to our channels. You can also download our app for Android and iOS .
Labourer Killed in Auto, Tractor Collision
Tractor-Auto Collision in Khammam: One Killed, Seven Injured
KTR posts video criticising KCR govt
As part of the BRS' attempt to slander the government using social media, Rama Rao shared on his X account a video on the problems being faced by chilli farmers in Khammam district
Forest to Fantasy: New Nature Park in Khammam
Puligundala to open for public by month-end
Warangal DTC remanded in 14-day custody
Srinivas, who underwent a medical examination after his arrest, has now been transferred to Khammam jail
Driver found dead at National Highway in Telanganas Khammam
Hyderabad: A 45-year-old autorickshaw driver was found dead under suspicious circumstances beside National Highway 365A in Gopavaram, Konijerla mandal of Khammam district on Saturday morning, February 8. The victim has been identified as Hatla Biksham who is a resident of Nagiligonda village in Chinthakani mandal of Khammam district. The victim reportedly left his residence on Get the latest updates in Hyderabad City News , Technology , Entertainment , Sports , Politics and Top Stories on WhatsApp & Telegram by subscribing to our channels. You can also download our app for Android and iOS .
Centre failed to protect self respect of Indians: Congress
Congress leaders on Saturday staged a protest at the old bus stand centre in Khammam, burning effigies of Prime Minister Narendra Modi and US President Donald Trump over the deportation of 104 Indians from the United States.
Train Cancellations & Diversions Due to Khammam Works
South Central Railway announces train cancellations, diversions, and rescheduling due to non-interlocking works
Notification issued for Warangal-Khammam-Nalgonda Teachers MLC elections
Warangal-Khammam-Nalgonda Teachers' MLC election returning officer and district collector Ila Tripathi has urged candidates and political parties to adhere to the Model Code of Conduct during the election process.
Rural children display scientific prowess at NXplorers Carnival
Smile Foundation, with the support from Shell India and in association with Govt. of Telangana, organised NX Corner Carnival in Khammam.
Woman killed as tractor overturns at Nagarjuna Sagar canal in Bonakal
Khammam: An agricultural labourer died and 10 others were injured when a tractor in which they were travelling overturned at Nagarjuna Sagar canal at Bonakal in the district on Friday morning. Yarlagadda Varamma (60), an agricultural labourer from Bonakal, died on the spot in the accident. The incident took place when 20 agricultural labourers were going to Lingala from Bonakal in a tractor for mirchi cutting work. The injured have been shifted to a hospital at Bonagal for treatment, according to police.
Two Women Crushed to Death by Boulders
Hyderabad: Two workers of Mahatma Gandhi National Rural Employment Guarantee Scheme were crushed to death after heavy boulders fell on the victims at Govardhana Giri village of Siddipet district on Thursday. Two other workers suffered injuries. The deceased were identified as K Sarojana, 45 and her daughter A Mamatha, 28, residents of Govardhanagiti village of Akkanapet mandal of Siddipet. According to police, the women were working in soil digging at Govardhanagiri village. Suddenly, two heavy boulders fell on the victims. In the mishap, mother and daughter were crushed to death. two other women suffered injuries. The locals noticed the mishap and informed the 108 medical emergency service staff. The police removed boulders from the place to recover two bodies. Police have registered cases and shifted bodies to Husnabad government hospital. Tanker drivers reflexes save girl on highway Khammam: A tanker driver's swift response averted a tragedy on the Khammam-Kodad Highway near Painampally, Nelakondapally mandal. A schoolgirl on a bicycle suddenly veered onto the highway from the service road, trying to cross at a divider. The alert driver immediately hit the brakes, narrowly avoiding a collision. Startled, the girl retreated to the service road, escaping unharmed. The incident exposed safety concerns on the newly laid highway, where the absence of proper road measures and reckless driving pose risks.
TSUTF, TPTF to jointly back Narsi Reddy, Ashok
Hyderabad: The Telangana State United Teachers Federation (TSUTF) and the Telangana Progressive Teachers Federation (TPTF) have announced their support for MLC Alugubelli Narsi Reddy and former TPTF president Y. Ashok Kumar in the upcoming Teacher MLC elections on February 27. At a joint press conference held on Wednesday at the TSUTF state office, the organisations officially announced their candidates, highlighting their decades-long contribution to the teachers movement. The two organisations declared Narsi Reddy as their candidate for the Warangal-Khammam-Nalgonda teacher constituency and Ashok Kumar for the Medak-Nizamabad-Adilabad-Karimnagar teacher constituency. Narsi Reddy, elected in 2019, has worked to improve schools and colleges using constituency development funds. He has also taken steps to solve teacher and education-related issues. Ashok Kumar, a former TPTF leader, has led many protests and was actively involved in the Telangana movement with Prof. Kodandaram.
MLC elections in Telangana, AP to be held on Feb. 27: ECI
Hyderabad: The Election Commission of India (ECI) has decided to hold MLC elections in Telangana and Andhra Pradesh on February 27 from 8 am to 4 pm while the counting would be conducted on March 3. The last date for filing nominations is February 10 while the last date of withdrawal of nominations is February 13, according to ECI. The term of office of three members of the Andhra Pradesh Legislative Council from two Graduates' and one from Teachers' Constituency and three members of the Telangana Legislative Council from one Graduates' and two from Teachers' Constituencies were expiring on March 29 due to retirement of the sitting members. The three constituencies in AP are East-West Godavari Graduates', Krishna-Guntur Graduates' and Srikakulam-Vizianagaram-Visakhapatnam Teachers' while three in Telangana are Medak-Nizamabad-Adilabad-Karimnagar Graduates', Medak-Nizamabad-Adilabad-Karimnagar Teachers' and Warangal-Khammam -Nalgonda Teachers' The Model Code of Conduct (MCC) concerning these elections will come into force with immediate effect in the constituencies, according to ECI under secretary Prafull Awasthi.
