Hyderabad is experiencing a significant seasonal increase in viral fevers and flu-like illnesses, driven by persistent wet weather and high humidity. Hospitals report a surge in patients with symptoms overlapping dengue and chikungunya. Health officials urge residents to prevent mosquito breeding, ensure safe drinking water, and avoid self-medication to curb the spread.

Telangana faces a 12% monsoon rainfall deficit, with August proving sluggish after a brief July recovery. This shortfall, impacting 15 districts, raises concerns for agriculture, water resources, and the state’s economy. Vibe News delves into the localized impacts and long-term implications for Telangana’s future.

Telangana Chief Minister Revanth Reddy has accused BRS leaders of resorting to occult rituals and black magic to destabilize the Congress government and invoke drought. The CM questioned secret temple visits by a former BRS minister, intensifying the political rivalry and raising concerns over the nature of political discourse in the state.

Telangana CM Revanth Reddy, speaking at Golconda Fort, unveiled ambitious plans for a net-zero smart city and a $3 trillion economy by 2047. He detailed extensive welfare schemes, infrastructure projects, and job creation initiatives, while also criticizing the BJP and BRS as ‘two sides of the same coin.’ The speech emphasized public participation in the state’s development.

A World Bank report highlights how AI-powered weather forecasts enabled smallholder farmers in Telangana to save over Rs 53,000 each. This success story serves as a crucial example for developing nations, urging them to adopt low-cost AI tools to boost productivity, enhance public services, and improve livelihoods across various sectors.

BRS Working President K.T. Rama Rao has challenged the Telangana Congress government to convene a special assembly session. He seeks a comprehensive debate on the state’s financial health and alleged corruption within Gurukula residential schools, accusing the ruling party of avoiding public discussion.

Actor Vijay Deverakonda has called for enhanced support and financial security for athletes following the Indian Men’s Volleyball team’s historic bronze medal win at the 2026 AVC Men’s Cup. As co-owner of the Hyderabad Black Hawks, Deverakonda emphasized the need to nurture talent beyond cricket and provide a stable future for sports professionals.

Union Minister Bandi Sanjay Kumar has sharply criticised the ongoing political confrontation between the Congress and BRS in Telangana. He described the high-stakes drama over Gurukul tenders and state debts as akin to a ‘Bigg Boss’ reality show, alleging collusion between the two parties. Sanjay also called for a BJP-led public debate on state issues.

Veteran Telugu actors Rajendra Prasad and Murali Mohan recently received the prestigious Padma Shri awards from President Droupadi Murmu at Rashtrapati Bhavan. This national recognition celebrates their extensive contributions to the Indian film industry, particularly Telugu cinema, spanning decades of acting, production, and industry leadership. The honor underscores their significant impact on arts and culture.

Bandi Bhagirath, son of Union Minister Bandi Sanjay, has been granted conditional bail by the Malkajgiri court in a sensitive POCSO case. He spent approximately a month in Cherlapally jail following his surrender. The court cited his upcoming engineering examinations as a reason for the relief, allowing him to prepare while the legal proceedings continue.