Hyderabad

BRS working president K. T. Rama Rao accused the Congress government of demolishing houses to monetise urban land and alleged delays in completing the Warangal super speciality hospital, triggering a fresh political confrontation in Telangana.

The US Department of Homeland Security is reviewing the Optional Practical Training programme for F-1 visa holders, signalling possible regulatory changes. The move could significantly impact foreign graduates, including over 300,000 Indian students studying in the United States.

The Telangana High Court has restrained authorities from relocating or altering the centuries-old Dargah Hazrath Syed Tajuddin Khaja Bagh Sawar at Vemulawada, pending further hearing, after a petition alleged illegal obstruction and questioned relocation authority.

The Telangana High Court has extended the validity of existing media accreditation cards until April 30, 2026, pending adjudication of petitions challenging the State’s new accreditation rules. The government has been directed to file a counter affidavit.

A Telugu couple from Rajahmundry was allegedly killed by their teenage son in Riyadh on Thursday. The Class 12 student later died by suicide. The family had been living in Saudi Arabia for several years.

Hyderabad Traffic Police have imposed need-based diversions around Jubilee Hills check post, KBR Park entrance and Mugdha junction from February 27 due to ongoing steel flyover and underpass works. Commuters have been advised to avoid peak hours and follow traffic updates

TGFDC will host the Rock Bay Nature Camp at Forest Trek Park, Manchirevula, from February 28 to March 1, featuring camping, trekking and bird watching. A separate Bird Walk is scheduled on March 1, with registrations open online

Medchal-Malkajgiri boys and Nalgonda girls clinched titles in the second Telangana Chief Minister’s Cup under-14 football tournament at Gachibowli Stadium. Both finals were decided via tie-breakers in closely contested matches

The Telangana Rifle Association organised the inaugural Sports Shooting Leadership Conclave in Hyderabad to discuss grassroots development, AI-driven training and infrastructure upgrades. NRAI officials assured support as the State targets producing Olympians by 2032

The Uruguay women’s national hockey team has arrived in Hyderabad for the FIH Hockey World Cup 2026 Qualifiers from March 8 to 14. Led by Belén Barreiro, the team is aiming to secure its first-ever World Cup berth

Chief Minister A Revanth Reddy announced that 100 Telangana Public Schools will be opened across the State from this academic year. He also reviewed private school fee regulation and discussed the Telangana Education Policy with officials and commission members

Revenue Minister Ponguleti Srinivas Reddy alleged that paid artists and certain YouTube channels were being used to mislead the public over demolitions in Velugumatla. He blamed the BRS and assured support and housing for genuine poor families

Amid mounting protests over the proposed demolition of A and B Blocks at Madhu Park Ridge for the Gandhi Sarovar Project, Rajendranagar MLA T Prakash Goud has suggested relocating affected families to vacant flats in nearby gated communities or full market-value compensation

Telangana movement fighters have expressed concern over the Congress government’s delay in fulfilling poll promises, including jobs, pensions and house sites. Leaders met the BC Welfare Minister, who assured action, even as the High Court raised questions over uniform implementation

Residents of Madhu Park Ridge in Hyderabad are preparing for a legal battle against the State government’s Gandhi Sarovar Project, fearing displacement. They rejected relocation proposals and said they would strongly oppose any attempt to remove them from their homes.

The Sri Venkateswara Swamy Pushpayagam was held at the SV Temple in Jubilee Hills, Hyderabad, following the annual Brahmotsavams. Devotees offered 12 varieties of flowers and six types of sacred leaves, while Vedic rituals and Snapana Tirumanjanam were performed for the deities.

Families of Choppadandi Narsaiah and Easta Srujana donated six organs, including liver, lungs, and kidneys, under the Jeevandan initiative. Both were declared brain-dead after health emergencies. The donations will help needy patients in Telangana.

Hyderabad Police arrested three juveniles for desecrating the Sri Dwimukha Anjaneya Swamy Temple at Barkas, stealing a copper vessel and damaging the idol. A scrap dealer who received the stolen property was also arrested. CCTV footage helped trace the offenders.

Ground levelling and tree cutting began near Bapu Ghat for the Gandhi Sarovar Project, triggering panic among Madhu Park Ridge residents who fear displacement. Preparations for the foundation stone ceremony are underway, though the date and Rajnath Singh’s visit remain unconfirmed.

Hyderabad’s Task Force (Charminar), with local police, arrested seven members of an interstate drug gang near MGBS, Afzalgunj, seizing 23 kg of marijuana worth Rs 16 lakh. Police said the drugs were sourced from Odisha and distributed in the city.

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T-Hub has partnered with the Directorate of Information Technology, Government of Tripura, to strengthen the State’s startup ecosystem. The collaboration will support incubation centres, innovation parks, and acceleration programmes as Tripura records steady startup growth.

CARE Hospitals, Hitec City, has completed 250 robotic-assisted knee and hip replacement surgeries using the Mako system. Doctors said the technology improves accuracy, reduces surgical variability, and supports faster recovery through patient-specific planning and real-time robotic guidance.

The State Task Force of the Prohibition and Excise Department seized 141 bottles of non-duty-paid liquor during vehicle checks at Pahadishareef near the airport. Officials said the liquor was being smuggled from other States, causing revenue loss to the State.