Pastor Killed in Fatal Truck Accident Near Gopalpur Crossing on Karimnagar-Warangal Highway
A pastor from Karimnagar, Kanakapudi Karunakar (55), died in a road accident early Tuesday morning near Gopalpur crossing on the Karimnagar-Warangal highway. He was traveling from Hanamkonda to Karimnagar when he took a detour due to road construction. His car was hit by a truck near Gopalpur crossing.
The impact of the crash was so severe that police had to work for hours to remove Karunakar’s body from the wreckage of his car. Passersby called the police and an ambulance for help. Authorities suspect the truck driver may have been negligent, and an investigation is underway.
Hired Bus Drivers Protest Against Breathalyser Tests in Karimnagar
Karimnagar: Hired bus drivers of TGSRTC staged a protest at the Karimnagar bus stand on Saturday, claiming they were being unfairly treated by the corporation officials.
The drivers said that even though they did not drink alcohol, breathalyzer tests showed high alcohol levels. However, when tested at traffic police stations, the results were zero.
They also mentioned that one of their colleagues, Suresh, was removed from duty six months ago due to a similar issue. They accused RTC officials of purposely harassing hired drivers and said they would meet the corporation’s MD, VC Sajjanar, to discuss the matter.
On Friday, Suresh tried to set himself on fire in front of Karimnagar Depot-1, frustrated over not being reinstated despite multiple requests. Security personnel stopped him in time by pouring water on him.
Suresh had lost his job in September 2024 after failing a breathalyzer test. Even though he repeatedly requested to return to work, officials did not allow it, pushing him to attempt suicide.
Telangana: An audio and video allegedly showing a police officer from the Huzurabad division accepting a ₹3 lakh bribe have gone viral on social media, sparking controversy in Karimnagar.
The recordings suggest that the Circle Inspector (CI) accepted the bribe to prevent the registration of a case under the SC/ST Atrocities Act. However, the person in the audio questions why the case was still filed despite the payment.
The caller alleges that they placed the money in the CI’s office washroom, as instructed, and secretly recorded the incident using a pen camera. The caller confronts the officer in the audio, saying, “How could you register an SC/ST atrocity case even after taking ₹3 lakh?”
Local MLA Padi Kaushik Reddy has reacted to the viral footage, announcing plans to file complaints with the Director General of Police (DGP), Anti-Corruption Bureau (ACB) Director General, and Inspector General (IG) against the CI, identified as Ravi.
Reddy criticized the police for engaging in corruption while in uniform, alleging irregularities in both the Jammikunta Circle Office and the Assistant Commissioner of Police (ACP) office. He called for strict action against the accused officer.
So far, no official response has been issued by the police, and the authenticity of the recordings has not been independently verified.
Bhupalpally/Karimnagar: Four people, including two teenagers, lost their lives in separate road accidents on Sunday night.
In the first incident near Kamalapur village in Bhupalpally, two young men were riding a two-wheeler when they were hit by a car coming from the opposite direction. R Naresh (30) died at the scene, and R Pramod (25) died from his injuries on the way to the hospital. A third person, Sidhu, was seriously injured. Locals claim the car driver was drunk. The police have registered a case.
In another accident on the Karimnagar-Warangal national highway near Keshavapatnam in Karimnagar district, two teenagers were killed when their bike crashed into a lorry. The victims were Pittala Mahesh (18) and Narsingoju Arvind Chary (16), both from Kothagattu in Shankarapatnam mandal. Mahesh had recently completed his intermediate education, and Arvind Chary had just passed his SSC exams. Police have registered a case, and the bodies have been sent to the district headquarters hospital for postmortem.
Two teenagers lost their lives in a horrific accident on Sunday night along the Karimnagar-Warangal National Highway near Keshavapatnam village.
The incident involved a motorcycle, carrying the two friends, colliding head-on with a lorry traveling in the opposite direction. The impact proved fatal, with both teenagers being pronounced dead at the scene.
The victims were identified as 18-year-old Pittala Mahesh and 16-year-old Narsingoju Arvind Chary, residents of Kothagattu village in Shankarapatnam mandal. According to police reports, Mahesh had recently completed his intermediate studies in Jammikunta, while Arvind Chary was a former SSC student.
Police officials, including SI Laxma Reddy, arrived at the accident site to initiate an investigation. A case has been registered, and the bodies have been transported to the district headquarters hospital for autopsy.
Karimnagar to Implement Automatic Red-Light Cameras to Improve Traffic Flow
Following Adjustments to Traffic Signals
In an effort to enhance traffic management in Karimnagar, authorities are set to activate automatic red-light violation detection cameras starting June 15th. This initiative comes after the inauguration of a traffic signaling system six months ago. Initially, the system faced public criticism due to extended waiting times. In response, officials adjusted the signal timings to optimize traffic flow.
Addressing Traffic Violations
Despite the improved signaling system, some drivers continue to disregard traffic rules. To tackle this issue, authorities will be installing cameras at key intersections including the District Bus Stand, Collectorate Chowk, Telangana Chowk, and several others.
Multi-function Cameras for Enhanced Safety
These advanced cameras will not only detect red-light violations but also a range of other traffic offenses. This includes speeding, using mobile phones while driving, taking wrong routes, rash driving, riding triples on two-wheelers, and driving without helmets or seatbelts. Captured violations will be automatically transmitted to a central control room for review.
Police will verify the captured violations before forwarding the information to both traffic police and Regional Transport Authority (RTA) officials. Once verified, vehicle owners will receive mobile phone notifications with details of the offense and instructions for paying the corresponding fine.
Comprehensive Traffic Management System
The red-light cameras are part of a larger Integrated Traffic Management System. This system will ultimately include a total of 85 automatic red-light violation detection cameras and 174 CCTV cameras strategically positioned throughout Karimnagar to ensure better traffic regulation and overall safety.
Police Seize Rs 6.65 Crore from Karimnagar Multiplex
Karimnagar police conducted a raid on Prathima multiplex early on Saturday morning, reportedly seizing Rs 6.65 crore in unaccounted cash.
Acting on a tip-off, police entered the multiplex around 1:30 am and carried out a search operation. The multiplex is owned by relatives of BRS leader and former MP B Vinod Kumar, who is also known to use the multiplex for political activities.
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The timing of the raid, just hours before the announcement of Parliament election polls, has raised questions.
According to Karimnagar Town Assistant Commissioner of Police (ACP) Narender, they received credible information about hidden cash and seized the money based on that tip. The seized amount will be presented in court, and if the source of income is not established, the money will be withheld.
Couple arrested for alleged land fraud in Karimnagar
A couple from Himmathnagar village, identified as Mala Kanakaiah and Manjula, were arrested by the Gangadhara police on charges of cheating a businessman.
According to the police, the couple allegedly took loans totaling Rs. 56 lakh from Singireddy Mohan Reddy, a businessman, in 2016 and 2017. They reportedly mortgaged their 3.39 acres of land in Upparamalyala village as collateral for the loans. However, the couple is accused of creating fake documents and selling the same land to other individuals.
When Mohan Reddy confronted the couple about the discrepancy, they allegedly threatened him. Based on his complaint, the police registered a case and subsequently arrested the couple.
Karimnagar Shines in PMFME and Bank Loan Disbursement: A Celebration of Achievement and Call to Action
Karimnagar district has emerged as a champion in both the implementation of the Prime Minister’s Formalization of Micro Food Processing Enterprises (PMFME) scheme and the disbursement of bank loans under various government initiatives. This remarkable achievement was lauded by Collector Pamela Satpathy during a review meeting with bankers on Wednesday.
Leading the Way in PMFME:
Karimnagar secured the top spot in the entire state for successfully grounding 572,190 units under the PMFME scheme.
Bakery, spices, flour mills, and rice-based units were among the key areas benefiting from this initiative.
This impressive accomplishment highlights the district’s commitment to empowering micro-entrepreneurs in the food processing sector.
As of February 13, 2024, Karimnagar surpassed its target by disbursing a staggering ₹67,769.26 crore in bank loans to 10,643 self-help groups (SHGs).
This represents a remarkable 105.83% achievement of the set target, showcasing the district’s dedication to financial inclusion and empowerment.
Loans were distributed across various sectors, with the highest allocation going to agriculture and allied activities (₹3,528.12 crore), followed by MSMEs (₹1,551.52 crore) and housing (₹225.18 crore).
Building on Success: A Call to Action
While celebrating this achievement, Collector Satpathy emphasized the need for sustained efforts. She urged bankers to:
Sanction loans are pending in the proposal stage to further accelerate financial assistance.
Focus on loan recovery by ensuring timely repayments from beneficiaries under various schemes.
Maintain the momentum to solidify Karimnagar’s position as a leader in economic development and financial empowerment.
Telangana Corporator and Another Granted 24-Hour Police Custody for Land Dispute
Karimnagar, Telangana: In a recent development, Thota Ramulu, a corporator in Karimnagar, and another individual named Chiti Rama Rao, have been granted 24-hour police custody by the court. The duo is accused of harassing a landowner and creating a dispute over his land.
The Case:
On January 17, Raji Reddy, a resident of Bhagathnagar in Karimnagar, filed a complaint against Ramulu, Rama Rao, and Nimmasetti Shyam.
In his complaint, Reddy alleged that the trio was harassing him by creating a dispute regarding his land.
Acting on the complaint, the Karimnagar commissionerate police formed a special investigation team to handle the case.
Based on their investigation, the police registered a case against all three individuals and arrested Ramulu and Rama Rao.
Court proceedings:
On Monday, the arrested duo applied for bail.
However, the court dismissed their bail petition and granted them 24-hour police custody on Tuesday.
Karimnagar Town-I police took both individuals into custody at 5 pm, and their detention will continue until 5 pm on Wednesday.
Further Developments:
The police are expected to use this 24-hour period to gather further evidence and interrogate the accused.
It remains to be seen whether additional charges will be filed against them or if their bail pleas will be reconsidered after the police investigation is complete.
Local Context:
Land disputes are a relatively common issue in Telangana, and the formation of a special investigation team dedicated to such cases highlights the state’s focus on addressing this problem.
This case involving a corporator also raises concerns about potential misuse of power and influence in land-related matters.
Telangana government to supply drinking water to all households for round-the-clock in its third term
Preliminary works are already underway
Telangana is the only State in the country to provide drinking water connection to every household for just Re 1
The BRS government has brought about a qualitative change in the lives of people in Telangana
HYDERABAD: Chief Minister K Chandrashekhar Rao has declared that the BRS government will supply drinking water to all households for round-the-clock in its third term.
Preliminary works are already underway. He stated that Telangana is the only State in the country, to provide drinking water connection to every household for just Re 1. He reminded that during its five decades of rule, the Congress could not even provide drinking water to people of Telangana.
CM urges people to observe the change under the BRS government
Participating in the Praja Ashirvada Sabha public meetings held at Karimnagar, Choppadandi, Huzurabad and Parkal constituencies on Friday, Chandrashekhar Rao urged people to observe the change under the BRS government. “Unlike the past, do you find people queueing up before public taps or travelling to far away places for water today? Is it not development?,” he asked.
He appealed to the voters to compare the 50-year Congress rule and the 10-year BRS regime, with regard to supply of power, drinking and irrigation water, education, health and other public infrastructure among other facilities. “People will realise the qualitative change brought by the BRS government in their lives,” he said. He stated that the 10 years of efforts by the BRS government would go in vain, if the Congress is elected.
Telangana becomes number one in paddy production
The Chief Minister said Telangana has become number one in paddy production as per the third advanced estimates released by the union government recently. Under the BRS regime, agriculture sector witnessed significant transformation due to multiple initiatives ranging from Rythu Bandhu and Rythu Bima to supply of free and quality water and power for agriculture. The BRS succeeded in improving the State economy and empower farmers to avoid depending on moneylenders for their crop investment, he said.
CM cautions against Congress
Chandrashekhar Rao pointed out that the Congress leaders – Rahul Gandhi, A Revanth Reddy, Mallu Bhatti Vikramarka and N Uttam Kumar Reddy, were all openly making statements that Rythu Bandhu was misuse of tax revenue, three hours power is sufficient for agriculture and the Dharani land registration system should be scrapped.
He cautioned that the Congress was trying to disrupt the development of the State and will destroy the State, upon getting elected to power.
Karimnagar to be developed into a massive tourist destination
Stating that the erstwhile Karimnagar district had two District Forest Officers due to its vast forest area, the BRS president said the previous Congress governments neglected felling of trees and exploitation of the forest resources, reducing the forests’ size over the years. “After the BRS came to power, we started planting of saplings and brought amendments to Municipal and Panchayat Raj Acts, creating a provision for allocation of 10 per cent green budget for afforestation. Today, Telangana’s green cover increased by seven per cent and resulted in good rains,” he said.
Chandrashekhar Rao said the BRS government focused on addressing societal needs and improving urban infrastructure, with Karimnagar standing as a testimony to its commitment towards development. He assured that the cable bridge on Manair River was only first step in Manair River Front project and Karimnagar will be developed into a massive tourist destination after its completion. He also vowed to develop Sri Anjaneya Swamy temple at Kondagattu with Rs 1,000 crore into a pilgrim destination.
Karimnagar: In an official announcement, Telangana Chief Secretary Shanti Kumari has appointed Pamela Satpathy as the new Collector of Karimnagar district. Abhishek Mohanty is also taking on a significant role as the Commissioner of Police for Karimnagar district.
Pamela Satpathy, who previously served as the Director of Municipal Administration in Hyderabad, will now lead Karimnagar as its Collector. Abhishek Mohanty, who was previously the Deputy Commissioner of Police for traffic in the Rachakonda commissionerate, has taken up the role of Commissioner of Police in Karimnagar district. These appointments were made in accordance with a government order issued on Monday.
