Hyderabad

A tiger that entered Telangana from Maharashtra two months ago has now been spotted in Jagtial district and is believed to be heading towards Kawal Tiger Reserve. Forest officials have alerted nearby villages and advised residents to take precautions.

Punjagutta police have issued a lookout notice against YouTuber Anvesh following a complaint by actress Karate Kalyani over alleged objectionable remarks about Hindu deities. Police are seeking social media account details as part of the ongoing investigation.

With zakat collections in Hyderabad expected to touch Rs 400 crore this Ramzan, concerns over transparency and alleged misuse have emerged. Many youngsters are now directly distributing zakat to support education and small businesses instead of donating to organisations.

A 30-year-old woman from Alwal delivered a baby girl after receiving free IVF treatment at Gandhi Hospital. After multiple failed attempts at private hospitals, she successfully conceived and gave birth through the hospital’s first successful IVF programme.

A 22-year-old YouTuber and BSc student died by suicide at her uncle’s residence in Manikonda, Hyderabad. Police reports suggest she had been emotionally distressed following a breakup with her boyfriend, also a YouTuber, about a year ago.

In Hyderabad, Prime Minister Narendra Modi congratulated actors Vijay Deverakonda and Rashmika Mandanna on their February 26, 2026 wedding in Udaipur, blessing their union and wishing them lifelong happiness in a private ceremony

In Jagtial district, a four-wheeler autorickshaw carrying 15 students from Walgonda villages to a private school overturned near Mallapur mandal after the driver lost control. Several children were injured and shifted to Mallapur Government Hospital for treatment

The Hyderabad She Teams, as part of heightened women’s safety measures during the 85th Nampally Exhibition, apprehended 264 individuals for harassment and misconduct. Continuous surveillance and decoy operations were conducted from January 1 to February 15.

A 48-year-old man was found murdered with multiple stab wounds near Bharatnagar flyover in Hyderabad’s Sanathnagar. Police suspect an extramarital relationship as a possible motive but are investigating all angles.

The TGSRTC has introduced digital bus ticketing through the MeTicket Mobile feature on the MeeSeva app. Launched by Transport Minister Ponnam Prabhakar, the initiative allows passengers to book tickets, passes, and T-24 tickets across multiple bus categories.

The Intermediate Public Examinations (IPE) in Telangana began smoothly on Wednesday across 1,495 centres. Over 4.89 lakh first-year students appeared for the second language Paper-I, while 5.07 lakh second-year students are scheduled for Paper-II on Thursday.

Bag 18 gold, 3 silver medals across multiple events in the Para Track cycling national championship at Osmania University

A road accident in Hyderabad’s Attapur between a cattle-carrying vehicle and a truck caused mild tension on Tuesday. Some people released the cattle on the road, leading to a traffic jam before additional forces controlled the situation

Two Telangana students, Telluri Shreyas Reddy and Madduri Naga Pradyumna Reddy, emerged as state toppers in the JEE Main 2026 BArch and BPlanning exams. Scores for all candidates are available on the NTA website, with Kerala students topping nationally

Telangana Intermediate students can enter exam centres from Wednesday without signatures from principals or college management. Exams will be conducted from 9 am to 12 noon. Students are advised to reach the centres early for smooth entry

Telangana School Education department rolls out QR codes and WhatsApp hall tickets for Class X SSC exams starting March 14. Students can locate centres via Google Maps, while hall tickets and special learning materials will be accessible online and through schools

Osmania University hosted a delegation from Dakota State University and the US Consulate General, Hyderabad, to explore academic collaboration. Discussions focused on student and faculty exchanges, joint research, scholarships, and global opportunities for OU students across multiple degree levels

Hyderabad Commissioner’s Task Force arrested two men in connection with the robbery at a Koti ATM, seizing a pistol and 35 live rounds. Five other suspects, including key planners, remain absconding as police continue investigations

Rich tributes were paid to Mir Osman Ali Khan Bahadur, the seventh Nizam, on his 59th death anniversary in Hyderabad. Nawab Najaf Ali Khan recalled his contributions and expressed displeasure over the absence of an official government programme

BRS working president KT Rama Rao wished students appearing for the Intermediate annual examinations and advised them to stay confident and calm. He also urged parents and teachers to provide a supportive environment during the exam period

The Congress government is offering Transferable Development Rights (TDR) instead of cash compensation for land acquisition in Hyderabad projects, including the Musi Riverfront. Many landowners remain reluctant, with nearly 3,000 acres worth of TDR bonds unsold, delaying infrastructure works

The Telangana Police’s EAGLE team forfeited properties worth Rs 6.88 crore belonging to eight accused in a 2024 Sangareddy Alprazolam case linked to 18 deaths. Officials said the market value of the seized assets exceeds Rs 33 crore.

A pedestrian was fatally struck by an RTC bus in Miyapur, Hyderabad, near Deepti Sri Nagar Colony. The victim was rushed to a hospital but declared dead. Police are investigating the accident, and the identity of the victim is yet to be confirmed.

Aries Agro Limited, in partnership with Inali Foundation, distributed 70 battery-operated electronic prosthetic hands to persons with disabilities in Telangana. The initiative aims to restore independence, confidence, and daily functionality, improving the lives of underprivileged beneficiaries.