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Weather Forecast and Prayer Timings for Thursday April 5, 2026

Maximum and minimum temperatures are likely to be around 36C and 23 C respectively.

5 Apr 2026 1:29 am
Trouble at Gajwel MLA Camp Office, BRS Accuses Congress of Vandalism

Senior BRS leader T. Harish Rao condemned the attack on the MLA camp office and alleged that the vandalism was indulged in following direct instructions from Revanth Reddy.

5 Apr 2026 1:22 am
Nizams Rare Manuscripts Digitised

The Noor International Microfilm Centre from the Iran Culture House, New Delhi, is undertaking the work under the guidance of Dr Mehdi Khajeh Piri, founder of the centre, with funding from the Iran government to save the culture.

5 Apr 2026 1:19 am
Mittal Hails AI As Game-Changer For Power Sector

Mittal was speaking at a review meeting on the AI Hackathon in Hanamkonda on Saturday, chaired by northern discom chairman and managing director Karnati Varun Reddy.

5 Apr 2026 1:14 am
Class IX Student Dies Of Electrocution In Salur Mandal

While returning, he was unable to climb back and attempted to use an electrical panel board of a pump set for support

5 Apr 2026 1:13 am
Study Flags Rising Groundwater Risks In Musi Basin

Study flags rising groundwater pollution risk in Musi basin

5 Apr 2026 1:11 am
Run For Jesus Marks Holy Saturday

The rally conveyed the message of the crucifixion and resurrection of Jesus Christ, with thousands of Christians from various denominations taking part by walking, running and travelling in vehicles across streets while raising slogans.

5 Apr 2026 1:09 am
HRDA Seeks Reform in Medical Recruitment

HRDA representatives pointed out that many selected candidates either do not attend counselling, decline posts if preferred locations are unavailable, or fail to join even after selection.

5 Apr 2026 1:09 am
Family Complains of Detention During Covid 19

Justice N. Tukaramji of the Telangana High Court admitted a writ petition alleging unlawful detention of a family, including an eight-month-old infant, during the Covid-19 lockdown, and sought the states response.

5 Apr 2026 1:07 am
State Orders Rapid Assessment Following Large-Scale Crop Damage

Officials said that unseasonal rain, gusty winds and hailstorms between March 30 and April 2 alone damaged crops across 16 districts, impacting 81,838 hectares of farmland.

5 Apr 2026 1:06 am
Daughter Dies, Father Hurt in Bus Mishap

He and his son, who was also on the bike, survived the accident.

5 Apr 2026 1:05 am
Telangana Signs MoU to Conserve Heritage

Arjun Rao, director of the heritage department, commended the work being done by TORCH, noting that through their research, books, exhibitions, and documentaries, they are widely introducing Telanganas culture to the public.

5 Apr 2026 1:04 am
State Map Revised; AP Now Has 28 Districts With Amaravati Capital

Andhra Pradesh expands to 28 districts, names Amaravati sole capital

5 Apr 2026 1:03 am
AP Invites Global Bids To Design Amaravati Governance Model

Andhra Pradesh Capital Region Development Authority (APCRDA) has invited global tenders to appoint a consulting firm to design a comprehensive governance and institutional framework for Amaravati.

5 Apr 2026 1:00 am
KMC Hikes Charges Across The Board; Build Plan Approval Goes Up 3 Times

Kakinada civic body hikes fees for building plans, trade licences

5 Apr 2026 12:57 am
Khanapur Civic Polls Postponed Amid Chaos

The election for chairman and vice-chairman of Khanapur municipality in Nirmal district was postponed to Sunday following confusion during the voting process on Saturday.

5 Apr 2026 12:53 am
JD(U) Likely to Lose RS Deputy Chairman Post to TD

The JD(U) sources claim that the party also intends to claim the Bihar Speaker's post after the new Bihar CM is declared, who will likely be from the BJP.

5 Apr 2026 12:52 am
Ex-Maoist Malla Raji Reddy Denies Political Foray

Raji Reddy, who returned to the area after several decades, visited the residence of Congress leader Moola Sarojana before proceeding to his native village, Shastrullapalli.

5 Apr 2026 12:46 am
Cantonment Land Use Sparks Fresh Concerns

Officials from Defence Estates are also reported to have issued No Objection Certificates more than once for change of land use, adding to the concerns.

5 Apr 2026 12:41 am
West Asia Conflict Hits Bird Migration to Telangana

Iran and surrounding regions act as crucial stopover zones where birds rest and refuel before continuing their journey, said Sriram Reddy, an expert birdwatcher and wildlife photographer.

5 Apr 2026 12:37 am
India Plans Indigenous 1,000-kg Bomb

At present, Mk-84 class bombs are sourced from foreign manufacturers and are in service with the IAF.

5 Apr 2026 12:32 am
Sunetra Pawar Seeks Uddhav Support For Bypoll

The outreach comes amid indications that the Congress will field its own candidate even if its alliance partners NCP (SP) and Shiv Sena (UBT) decide to support Ms Pawar, setting the stage for a multi-cornered contest.

5 Apr 2026 12:31 am
Kerala CM Questions Rahul Gandhis Dubious Stand On Sangh Parivar Attacks On Nuns, Christian Community In Chhattisgarh

In a social media post, he said that when nuns were attacked in Chhattisgarh, Left national and state leaders rushed to support the victims, and some Congress leaders from Kerala also visited.

5 Apr 2026 12:27 am
AIMIM Leaders Halt Demolitions in Old City as GHMC Razes 798 Encroachments Across Hyderabad

GHMC commissioner R.V. Karnan inspected the anti-encroachment drive at Jambagh, Goshamahal, and directed officials to carry it out effectively.

5 Apr 2026 12:22 am
Ambedkar Warns Of Large-Scale Voter Exclusion In Maharashtra

Mr. Ambedkar warned that large-scale deletions could directly affect the outcome of upcoming elections in the state.

5 Apr 2026 12:21 am
Indian LPG Tanker Crosses Hormuz

According to the update, 17 Indian-flagged vessels remain in the western side of the strait, while several others have completed transit in recent days.

5 Apr 2026 12:20 am
Officials Told to Take Steps to Ensure Drinking Water Supply

Senior officials from various departments attended the meeting.

5 Apr 2026 12:19 am
GHMC Held Training Program on Vector-Borne Diseases

During the training and sensitisation programme on emerging vector-borne diseases on Saturday, officials discussed the use of drones for vector control.

5 Apr 2026 12:16 am
TPCC Chief: BJP Losing Ground In North Telangana

Addressing the Adilabad District Congress Committee (DCC) executive meeting, he said the BJP would lose its sitting MLA seats in the erstwhile Adilabad district in the next Assembly elections, and expressed confidence that Congress would win all 10 constituencies.

5 Apr 2026 12:16 am
Alluri District: Mild Tremors Felt After 4.4 Magnitude Earthquake Near Odisha Border

Residents in Paderu, Hukumpeta, and Pedabayalu areas reported light shaking

5 Apr 2026 12:14 am
AP Targets to Increase PNG Connections by 10 Lakh in Next Six Months

State government is preparing guidelines to transfer the 2,400 LPG gas subsidy to those switching to PNG, though the latter is cheaper.

5 Apr 2026 12:12 am
Mystery Shrouds Missing Keralam Woman Who Went For Trekking In Kodagu

The Tadiandamol peak is 1,748 meters surrounded by gentle slopes and grassy terrain. Trekking at Tadiandamol is 7-km one way and camping at the peak is not allowed

5 Apr 2026 12:11 am
61 Crore Disbursed to Construction Workers Under BOCW Schemes

The amount was transferred directly to beneficiaries bank accounts through Direct Benefit Transfer, ensuring timely payment.

5 Apr 2026 12:07 am
Shia Leaders Urge India To Press Saudi On Shrine Rebuilding

In support of this demand, a demonstration is scheduled under the aegis of the Al-Baqee Organisation (Hyderabad Chapter) on April 5.

5 Apr 2026 12:04 am
AP Steps Up Vigil to Prevent TN Boats Entering State Waters

He assured fishermen that the government would address their concerns.

5 Apr 2026 12:02 am
Singareni Workers to Get 10 Lakh Free Insurance for Natural Death via Union Bank

Private insurers charge at least Rs 5,000 monthly for Rs 10 lakh coverage.

4 Apr 2026 11:53 pm
HYDRAA Clarifies: No Action Against Houses or Vacant Plots in Old ULC Layouts

The agency made it clear that even unregularised vacant plots in such layouts will not face enforcement action.

4 Apr 2026 11:49 pm
Universal Acceptance Day Focus on Grassroot Tech Solutions

Ranjan stressed that bringing solid solutions to ground-level problems will help solve many issues.

4 Apr 2026 11:45 pm
MA-AP Honour Award Conferred on Guntur SP Vakul Jindal

During his tenure as SP of Vizianagaram, Jindal was also appreciated for invoking the Preventive Detention Act against a rowdy-sheeter.

4 Apr 2026 11:43 pm
Outbreak Of Canine Distemper Virus In Anantapur Kills Several Stray Dogs

Authorities have asked public to avoid contact with visibly sick animals and report such cases to the veterinary hospital promptly.

4 Apr 2026 11:43 pm
Rice Mill Owner Booked for 3.41 Cr Scam in Sircilla

The case was booked following an audit of Custom Milling Rice (CMR) stocks for the Kharif 2024-25 season, which indicated a shortage in grain allocated to the mill.

4 Apr 2026 11:38 pm
Parents Express Concern Over School Fee Hike Plan

A parent, requesting anonymity, noted, They said they will have an internal discussion and meet us again next Saturday. This sounds quite hopeful.

4 Apr 2026 11:34 pm
Naidu Links Amaravati Completion Deadline to APs Prestige

Naidu expressed serious concern over the recent fire mishaps in the capital region, attributing them to negligence by construction agencies in safeguarding materials.

4 Apr 2026 11:33 pm
NETA NATTER AP | Naidu Comes Up With A Cure For OTT Binging

Turning into a votary of calmness, and a champion of stress-busting meditation, Naidu the other day suggested that all his party MLAs practise a daily 20-minute dose of meditation

4 Apr 2026 11:22 pm
Two Officials Face Retirement Over Irregularities

E. Pandurangarao, assistant grade-I at Ramanthapur MLS point, was punished after 500.50 quintals of excess PDS stock were found, along with concealed receipts.

4 Apr 2026 11:17 pm
871 Doctors to Receive Appointment Letters; MHSRB Set to Release Results

Officials said the recruitment process for the remaining 433 assistant professor posts and 924 civil assistant surgeons (specialist) is expected to be completed by May.

4 Apr 2026 11:16 pm
NAAT, TTI Systems to Enhance Transfusion Safety at AIIMS

Inaugurating the facility, executive director Prof Ahanthem Santa Singh said the systems will help ensure higher standards of transfusion safety, reduce risks and improve patient outcomes.

4 Apr 2026 11:14 pm
Awake Bypass Surgery Saves High-Risk Cancer Patient in Guntur

The patient, suffering from diabetes, hypertension and severe triple-vessel coronary artery disease, also had a history of right lung cancer.

4 Apr 2026 11:11 pm
NDB Shanghai To Fund 2 Elevated Corridor Projects In Hyderabad

NDB to fund 5,106 crore elevated corridors in Hyderabad

4 Apr 2026 11:10 pm
CM Naidu to Visit Yadiki on April 6

According to the schedule released by collector O. Anand, the Chief Minister will arrive at Vemulapadu village at 11:10 am and attend the Praja Vedika programme at Yadiki Market Yard from 11:30 am to 1 pm.

4 Apr 2026 11:07 pm