Hyderabad

Hyderabad’s Commissioner’s Task Force arrested three members of an interstate burglary gang, seizing 160 grams of gold, 666 grams of silver, a bike, and Rs 3.28 lakh in cash. The accused are Uttar Pradesh natives responsible for multiple city burglaries.

Two men from Sangareddy, Jadav Bansilal and Rathod Shankar, were convicted for transporting 850 kg of ganja in 2021. A local court sentenced them to 20 years’ imprisonment and imposed a fine of Rs 2 lakh each.

Swach Auto workers protested at Malkajgiri and LB Nagar offices, alleging GHMC collected garbage fees via property taxes, harming their income. Leaders announced a February 23 protest, while GHMC clarified that garbage fee collection is handled by private agencies.

GHMC has stepped up early-morning inspections across Khairatabad, Secunderabad, and Rajendranagar to monitor sanitation, garbage collection, drains, and road conditions. Officials directed staff to address gaps immediately, while urging citizens to support cleanliness and urban improvement initiatives.

HMWSSB will launch the ‘Basthi Bata’ programme from Friday to improve water supply and sewage management in Hyderabad’s core urban areas. Officials will visit colonies and slums on select days and be available at offices to address public concerns.

The Rs. 5,000 crore Gandhi statue planned under the Musi Riverfront Development project in Hyderabad has triggered protests, with nearly 500 families fearing displacement. Here’s what we know so far.

An intermediate second-year student, Rithika, sustained serious injuries after reportedly jumping from the third floor of a private college building in Rajendranagar. She was rushed to hospital, and police are investigating the reasons behind the incident.

KNRUHS has opened the additional mop-up phase of PG Medical counselling for AY 2025-26 following NEET PG 2025 cut-off lowering. Eligible candidates can submit web options for vacant Non-Service Quota and newly added seats, with strict penalties for non-joining.

BRS MLC Dasoju Sravan condemned attempts to demolish Dalit houses in Cherabanda Raju Nagar Colony, Warangal. Families approached the District Collector and SHRC, which will review implementation on March 9. Sravan urged Dalit and tribal organisations to unite and protect rights.

TGSRTC will introduce luggage racks in 150 Hyderabad city buses on a trial basis to improve commuter convenience. The corporation has also announced a 30% discount on AC bus fares within ORR limits from March 1 to May 31.

Osmania University hosted the Central Zone Vice-Chancellors’ Meet 2025–26, attended by over 100 VCs and Telangana Governor Jishnu Dev Varma. The two-day conclave focused on creating AI- and quantum-enabled higher education institutions.

The Students Islamic Organisation submitted education budget recommendations to the Telangana government, urging an increase in minority allocation to ₹5,000 crore. Speakers at a round-table stressed better fund utilisation and strategic planning to improve educational outcomes.

The National One Health Mission has invited Expressions of Interest from institutions to develop disease modelling programmes for humans, livestock and wildlife. Selected organisations will receive funding and training support. The last date to apply is February 28, 2026.

TPCC president Mahesh Kumar Goud said the Congress will implement all six guarantees before the next elections, following a review meeting in New Delhi. Cabinet ministers met AICC chief Mallikarjun Kharge to discuss governance, party strategy and State issues.

BITS Pilani will offer tuition-blind admissions to the top 500 BITSAT rankers from 2026–27. Eligible students with family income up to ₹20 lakh will receive a full tuition scholarship for four years, provided they maintain a minimum 7.5 CGPA.

Google and Alphabet CEO Sundar Pichai told global leaders that AI is the biggest platform shift of our lifetimes, urging bold, responsible collaboration, highlighting AlphaFold breakthroughs and investments, as the AI Impact Summit drew heads of state and industry leaders.

T-Hub has partnered with France’s Hauts-de-France region to help startups from both countries expand into new markets. The collaboration will support investment, market access, and innovation programmes, strengthening India–France startup ties and aligning with India’s Viksit Bharat 2047 vision.

A 16-year-old girl was kidnapped from Charminar and taken to Chengicherla, where she was sexually assaulted by three persons, including two minors. Police rescued her after a complaint was lodged by her relatives.

Doctors have advised individuals with chronic health conditions to exercise caution while fasting during Ramzan. Senior cardiologist Dr Syed Akram Ali stated that patients should undergo medical check-ups and be categorised into risk groups before deciding to fast.

Hyderabad witnessed grand celebrations on Thursday to mark the birth anniversary of Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj. A large procession organised by the Sri Chhatrapati Shivaji Maratha Navyuvak Mandal began at Puranapul Darwaza and culminated at Salarjung Bridge, passing through key areas of the old city.

Hyderabad police have warned citizens about cybercriminals exploiting search engine rankings to promote fraudulent websites. Commissioner VC Sajjanar explained that scammers use paid ads and SEO techniques to push phishing sites impersonating banks, government portals, and brands.

A shocking incident in Hyderabad’s Narsingi area has surfaced where a girl was allegedly kidnapped, drugged with ganja, and sexually assaulted by three men.

Hyderabad Traffic Police has announced two-day traffic diversions from February 19 at Tilaknagar towards 6 No Junction due to a sewage pipeline leak and pothole formation. RTC buses and heavy vehicles will be rerouted through designated alternative routes.

Four passengers were seriously injured and 15 sustained minor injuries after an APSRTC bus travelling from Hyderabad to Anantapur veered off National Highway 44 and plunged into a roadside ditch in Jogulamba Gadwal district