Hyderabad, July 14 -- In a significant spiritual moment during the grand conclusion of the Lashkar Bonalu festival at the historic Ujjaini Mahankali temple in Secunderabad, Oracle Swarnalatha predicted that Telangana will receive good rainfall this year.

Participating in the traditional 'Rangam' ritual, where divine messages are conveyed through oracles, Swarnalatha assured devotees that abundant rains will bless the state, aiding agriculture and bringing joy to the people. "This year too, there will be good rains. I will ensure that everyone is happy," she declared when temple priests requested blessings for a fruitful monsoon.

However, in an emotionally charged prophecy, she also voiced concerns over the neglect of proper rituals and wa...