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Hyderabad Police Commissioner VC Sajjanar has raised concerns over the growing use of agentic or autonomous AI, warning that unchecked digital agents could endanger public safety, financial markets, and critical infrastructure.

A Nepali gang allegedly drugged apartment staff before fleeing with valuables worth Rs 20 lakh from a house in Nandagiri Hills, Jubilee Hills. The victims raised an alarm after regaining consciousness.

Fresh notices issued by the Special Deputy Collector for land acquisition along the proposed elevated corridor from Gymkhana Grounds to Shamirpet ORR have caused confusion among property owners. The notices sought extensive personal and property details for a socio-economic survey to compute compensation.

The Telangana Integrated Common Entrance Test (TG ICET) 2026 notification has been issued, with applications opening on February 12. The last date for submission without a late fee is March 16.

HMWSSB managing director K Ashok Reddy reviewed works at Mallanna Sagar for transferring additional Godavari water to Hyderabad. The Rs 7,360 crore project aims to rejuvenate the Musi River and fill twin reservoirs, with officials asked to meet timelines

The Odisha Food and Craft Mela 2026 opened at Shilparamam, Hyderabad, showcasing Odisha’s handlooms, handicrafts, cuisine and cultural performances. Featuring over 50 stalls and vibrant dance and music programmes, the three-day event offers visitors an immersive cultural experience

The Raidurgam police arrested Mohd Javed for allegedly robbing a commuter near Mahaprasthanam by attacking him with a stone and forcing a UPI transfer of Rs.400. Three mobile phones and a bike were recovered from the accused

WE Hub has signed agreements with over 20 academic institutions to implement its ‘Campus to Career’ programme across Telangana. The initiative aims to improve industry readiness and employability among women students through structured academic partnerships and skill-based learning

The University of Hyderabad’s Centre for Distance and Virtual Learning (CDVL) has invited applications for its one-year diploma programmes offered in blended mode. The last date for applications is February 28.

IDA Bollaram police arrested a 26-year-old man for allegedly murdering his friend over an old grudge at Khazipally village. The victim, a Nepal native, was found dead near GMR Colony. Police said the accused planned the murder after a dispute while drinking

Tension flared in Aliabad municipality of Medchal when Congress workers, led by district leader Vajresh Yadav, attacked the car of BRS MLA C Malla Reddy during an election campaign. BRS leaders demanded strict action against Congress workers for inciting violence.

The Kukatpally police arrested four security guards from Assam for allegedly stealing copper armoured cables worth about Rs 6 lakh from a construction site near IDL Lake. Around 500 kg of stolen cables were recovered from the accused

BRS working president KT Rama Rao criticised the Congress and BJP for failing to fulfil promises while campaigning in Vemulawada. He urged voters to support BRS candidates in the municipal polls to pressure the government to implement its guarantees

BITS Pilani and Siemens EDA have partnered to launch joint certification programmes in PCB design and analysis. Offered through WILP centres, the courses aim to train students and professionals with practical skills for the electronics and semiconductor industry

Radiation oncologist Dr. Sandeep Kumar Tula stressed the importance of early detection and HPV vaccination at a cancer awareness session in Hyderabad, stating that widespread immunisation can prevent up to 90 per cent of HPV-related cancers, including cervical cancer.

Former minister and BRS MLA Ch Malla Reddy was allegedly attacked by Congress workers during a municipal election campaign in Medchal district. A follower sustained head injuries. BRS working president KT Rama Rao condemned the incident and assured party support

Cadets from the NCC Directorate Andhra Pradesh and Telangana were felicitated for their stellar performance at the Republic Day Camp–2026 in New Delhi, where they secured seven RVC medals, DG commendations and the Best Rider Runner-Up Trophy.

Tension prevailed in Aliabad municipality in Medchal after Congress party workers allegedly attacked BRS leaders during campaigning. The clash followed a dispute over loudspeaker volume. Police intervened to control the situation as slogans were raised against BRS leaders

The Telangana Intermediate Education department plans to introduce daily online special classes in government junior colleges from the next academic year. College hours will be extended, coaching support enhanced and welfare facilities improved, with a proposal sent to the government for funding

The Telangana Board of Intermediate Education has invited applications for provisional affiliation and additional sections for 2026-27. Colleges must submit required certificates and documents. The board will publish a list of affiliated colleges before the academic year begins

The Supreme Court has given Telangana Assembly Speaker Gaddam Prasad Kumar three weeks to decide disqualification petitions against 10 BRS MLAs who joined the Congress, warning of contempt proceedings if a decision is not taken within the deadline.

BRS working president K.T. Rama Rao has urged party workers to focus municipal election campaigns on civic issues and the Congress government’s unfulfilled promises, accusing Chief Minister A. Revanth Reddy of using abusive rhetoric to divert attention from governance failures.

Even as Forest officials were trying to trap the tiger, the animal attacked and killed another bovine in its successful eighth kill in Raghunathpally mandal

A woman who promised to marry a private employee and suggest ways of earning money through stocks, disappears after collecting money