Hyderabad

Facing weak revenues and rising debt, the Telangana government is preparing a cautious 2026–27 Budget with limited fiscal space. While Central transfers offer some relief, balancing welfare promises and financial discipline remains a major challenge

After Telangana Today highlighted piles of garbage near Gudimalkapur Market in Hyderabad, GHMC’s Sanitation wing promptly cleared the roadside waste on Sunday morning, restoring cleanliness and easing inconvenience for commuters and shoppers visiting the market.

A wandering tiger in Siddipet has prompted forest officials to attempt tranquilisation and relocation for human and animal safety. Despite previous trap attempts, experts are setting up camera traps and following NTCA guidelines to capture and radio-collar the tiger.

Veteran footballers in Secunderabad are concerned over construction of a compound wall on Trimulgherry football ground, a historic site producing Olympians and national players. The SCB handed land to HMDA for road widening, prompting fears of losing access.

Chief Minister A Revanth Reddy said the Telangana government has no land available for distribution to tribals, despite earlier promises. Speaking at Sevalal Maharaj Jayanthi celebrations, he urged ST youth to focus on education and dismissed claims of welfare neglect

BRS Legislature Party deputy leader Talasani Srinivas Yadav has called upon party cadres to organise grand celebrations across Telangana on February 17 to mark the birthday of party president and former Chief Minister K Chandrashekhar Rao

Sikhs in Hyderabad and Secunderabad observed Shaheedi Divas marking the 350th martyrdom anniversary of Guru Tegh Bahadur. Devotees gathered at Gurudwara Saheb Sitafalmandi for prayers, Shabad Kirtans, and Katha, followed by the traditional Guru Ka Langar.

Salam Bayash, coach of Indian cricketer Tilak Varma, will witness his protégé play against Pakistan in the T20 World Cup in Colombo. Bayash, Tilak’s mentor since school days, called it a dream come true after 25 years of coaching

Hyderabad Traffic Police booked 415 persons, while Cyberabad Police apprehended 196 during weekend drunk driving checks. Several offenders recorded high blood alcohol levels. All accused will have to appear before court as part of the enforcement drive.

Afzalgunj police arrested a 39-year-old Amberpet resident allegedly involved in multiple motorcycle thefts. Three stolen two-wheelers were recovered. The accused was identified through CCTV footage following a complaint from Osmania General Hospital and has been remanded.

Afzalgunj police arrested two Odisha residents for allegedly transporting 10 kilograms of ganja in Hyderabad. The contraband was reportedly concealed in a specially designed vest. One more accused is absconding, and efforts are under way to trace him.

The CBSE has sought an explanation from Hyderabad Public School, Ramanthapur, following parents’ complaints of steep fee hikes and absence of a functional PTA. The school has been given 30 days to respond, failing which action may be initiated.

The open-air amphitheatre at Taramati Baradari hosted ‘Soundscapes of Telangana’ during IAPCON 2026. Folk and classical musicians showcased rare instruments, aiming to preserve Telangana’s musical heritage while offering cultural exposure to conference delegates.

BRS working president KT Rama Rao paid tributes to Sant Sevalal Maharaj and highlighted tribal welfare initiatives undertaken during the BRS regime, while alleging attempts by the Centre and State governments to weaken Singareni Collieries.

Hyderabad-based SUPER AI Academy organised AI Mahashivaratri, bringing together over 500 participants worldwide to create more than 5,700 Telugu devotional songs dedicated to Lord Shiva within 50 minutes, blending artificial intelligence with collective spiritual expression.

Under the FIFA and AIFF-backed Football for Schools Programme, the Telangana Football Association distributed 19,502 footballs to 3,171 schools across the State to promote grassroots football and encourage sports participation among schoolchildren.

Maha Shivaratri was celebrated with grand fervour across Telangana and Andhra Pradesh, with thousands of devotees visiting Shiva temples for rituals, pujas, and holy dips. State leaders, including chief ministers and governors, extended greetings and prayers for prosperity and well-being

Imams and Muezzins across Telangana are facing uncertainty ahead of Ramzan due to delayed honorarium payments by the Wakf Board. With dues cleared only till November and thousands of applications pending, religious functionaries have urged immediate intervention by the government.

A 55-year-old farmer, Gaddam Ram Reddy, died by suicide in Adilabad’s Bela mandal after incurring massive crop losses. Burdened by $₹10$ lakh in debt from three years of failed cultivation on 23 acres, he consumed pesticide in his cowshed

BRS chief K Chandrashekar Rao extended greetings on Sant Sevalal Maharaj’s birth anniversary, praising his teachings on social harmony and recalling welfare initiatives undertaken for the development and empowerment of the Banjara community.

Anand defeated Neelkant Dambre, a very popular tennis player from Goa, 6-2, 6-3 in the final

Medipally Police, with support from the CCS Uppal Zone team, solved a robbery case within 24 hours by arresting two youths. The accused, B Ravin and G Raghu, allegedly robbed a woman of gold and valuables on the night of February 12.

Hyderabad City Police carried out large-scale combing and cordon-and-search operations in Charminar and Shamshabad zones, deploying over 600 personnel.

Five persons were arrested in connection with a residential robbery in Jubilee Hills, where jewellery worth about Rs 1.3 crore was stolen. Police said a domestic help facilitated the crime. Three key suspects remain absconding.