The Telangana government has set April 14, 2025, as the deadline to submit online applications for the Rajiv Yuva Vikasam Scheme 2025, an initiative designed to empower young entrepreneurs from Scheduled Castes (SC), Scheduled Tribes (ST), Backward Classes (BC), and Minority communities. Offering financial assistance of up to ₹3 lakh in subsidized loans, the scheme aims to promote self-employment, economic independence, and job creation among marginalized youth.

Highlights of the scheme

The Rajiv Yuva Vikasam Scheme provides concessional loans across three distinct categories to cater to diverse entrepreneurial needs:

• Category 1: Loans up to ₹1 lakh with an 80% subsidy, requiring beneficiaries to contribute 20% or secure bank linkage.
• Category 2: Loans ranging from ₹1 lakh to ₹2 lakh with a 70% subsidy.
• Category 3: Loans up to ₹3 lakh with a 60% subsidy.

This tiered approach ensures flexible support tailored to the scale of individual business ventures. Here is a direct link: https://tgobmmsnew.cgg.gov.in/getESSRegistrationForms.action

Application process

Aspiring entrepreneurs can apply through the official online portal at tgobmms.cgg.gov.in before the deadline. A direct link to the application is available under “Rajiv Yuva Vikasam Scheme 2025” on the website. Applicants are urged to complete their submissions promptly to avoid missing out.

Key dates

• Application Deadline: April 14, 2025
• Loan Sanction: Approved beneficiaries will receive loan documents on June 2, 2025, coinciding with Telangana Formation Day.

Eligibility criteria

The scheme targets youth from SC, ST, BC, and Minority communities, with specific eligibility details outlined by the respective Welfare Corporations. Age requirements vary by sector:

• Non-Agricultural Schemes: 21–55 years (as of July 1 of the implementation year).
• Agriculture and Allied Sectors: 21–60 years.

A Ration Card or Income Certificate suffices as proof for application, simplifying the process for eligible candidates.

Required documents

Applicants must submit the following:

• Aadhaar Card
• Ration Card or Income Certificate
• Caste Certificate (issued post-Telangana formation)
• Permanent Driving License (for transport-related ventures)
• Pattadar Passbook (for agricultural projects)
• SADAREM Certificate (for Persons with Disabilities)
• Passport-Sized Photograph
• Vulnerable Group Certification (verified by the Mandal Level Committee)

Call to action

With the application window closing soon, the Telangana government encourages eligible youth to act quickly and apply via the official portal. For additional information or clarifications, candidates can visit tgobmms.cgg.gov.in. This scheme represents a vital opportunity for marginalized communities to turn entrepreneurial dreams into reality, fostering both personal growth and economic development in the state.

In a disturbing incident reported from Telangana, a minor girl travelling with her family was allegedly raped and assaulted by a co-passenger inside the washroom of a train, according to the Government Railway Police (GRP).

The incident, which has sent shockwaves across the region, occurred on the morning of April 3, 2025. According to details, the accused, a man in his 20s, subjected the minor to aggravated sexual assault and rape during the journey. The girl was accompanied by her family members at the time of the incident. Reports indicate that the accused followed her to the train’s washroom, where he carried out the assault.

Following the complaint lodged by the family, a case has been registered at the Railway Police Station (RPS) in Secunderabad. The GRP has launched a thorough investigation to apprehend the perpetrator and ensure justice for the victim. A senior GRP official informed PTI that the accused is currently being interrogated, but no arrest has been confirmed as of yet.

This horrific event has reignited concerns about passenger safety on Indian railways, particularly for women and children. The authorities are working to gather evidence and identify the suspect, who was travelling on the same train.

In a related and equally alarming incident earlier this month, on March 22, a 23-year-old woman sustained serious injuries after jumping from a moving MMTS (Multi-Modal Transport System) train to escape an attempted rape.

The woman was travelling alone in the ladies’ coach from Secunderabad railway station to Medchal when the attack occurred. She reported that after two other female passengers alighted at Alwal railway station, an unidentified man entered the coach and attempted to assault her. In a desperate bid to save herself, she leapt from the moving train, resulting in severe injuries.

Hyderabad SP North Zone Chandana Deepti told PTI that the victim is currently receiving treatment at Gandhi Hospital. “A girl in her early 20s was attacked by a man on the train. To protect herself, she jumped from the moving train. She has sustained injuries and is under medical care. We have registered a case and deployed four special teams to track down the accused, who fled the scene.”

The former Telangana Chief Minister K Chandrashekar Rao’s daughter and Bharat Rashtra Samithi (BRS) leader K Kavitha on Friday was arrested by the Enforcement Directorate (ED) in the Delhi liquor policy case.

The ED on Friday raided the premises of Kavitha, BRS MLC, in Hyderabad. Kavitha was also quizzed by the probe agency in connection with a money laundering case related to the Delhi excise policy irregularities matter.

According to reports, a heated exchange of words was witnessed between ED and BRS leader KTR Rao at the residence of Kavitha. Kavitha has been brought to Delhi by ED and she will be further questioned in the case.

In support of BRS leader Kavitha, the BRS Working President KTM Rao and former Minister Harish Rao gathered with a large number of people at the residence of Kavitha and shouted slogans in the party’s support.

The Supreme Court today adjourned the hearing till March 19 on BRS leader Kavitha’s plea against ED summons in Delhi excise policy irregularities matter.

The central probe agency had claimed that Kavitha was linked to a South Group lobby of liquor traders. Reportedly, the South Group were the main player under the Delhi excise policy-linked money laundering case for 2021-22.

The MLC Kavitha’s brother Rao could be seen confronting ED officials after he was asked how family members had entered the house.

On her arrest, BRS leader Ravula Sridhar Reddy said ED had taken her away from her residence. The case is sub-judice, posted before the court on 19th March. Kavitha has also responded to the summons that have been sent, he added. The leader also expressed his concern that it is election season and she has to campaign.  

He also pointed out that Prime Minister Narendra Modi is in Hyderabad and ED wants to arrest her. What do Centre want to show, he asked. There is no evidence and no cash has been seized. Rejecting the allegation, he said BJP and Congress are trying to intimidate BRS. The party will explore the legal options before them and fight. He said the party believes in the judiciary and the truth will come out.