Hyderabad

The Telangana State Board of Technical Education and Training will introduce 10 new industry-driven diploma programmes in government polytechnics from 2026–27, adding over 2,280 seats and focusing on job-oriented education for Class X students.

Scientists at Hyderabad’s CCMB have discovered that fungal infections may be stopped by targeting the sugar metabolism that fuels invasive growth. The study on Candida albicans offers new possibilities for developing more effective antifungal therapies.

The Congress has appointed three BRS turncoat MLAs as coordinators for municipal elections despite the Speaker claiming no evidence of defection. The move has triggered dissent within the party, with former Minister T. Jeevan Reddy openly campaigning against Congress-backed candidates.

A major fire broke out at the Telangana Forensic Science Laboratory in Red Hills on Saturday morning. Fire tenders were rushed to the spot after police alerted authorities. Traffic was diverted as firefighters worked to bring the blaze under control.

BRS working president K.T. Rama Rao alleged that Chief Minister A. Revanth Reddy-linked KLSR Infra was harassing a 75-year-old woman and questioned Rahul Gandhi over Congress’s “Mohabbat Ka Dukaan” slogan, citing submissions made before the Supreme Court.

A wandering tiger killed two sheep at Ammapur village in Jangaon district early on Saturday, triggering panic among villagers. Forest officials identified pugmarks at the site and advised residents to remain alert as this marks the tenth reported kill in 20 days.

App-based transport workers linked to Ola, Uber, Rapido and Porter will observe an All-India “breakdown” on Saturday, protesting falling incomes and alleged exploitation. Unions demand minimum base fares and stricter regulation under the Motor Vehicle Aggregator Guidelines, 2025.

Seven Maoists, including a top CPI (Maoist) leader from Telangana carrying a Rs.25 lakh reward, were killed in a four-day anti-Naxal operation along the Maharashtra-Chhattisgarh border, while one C-60 commando died of injuries sustained during the encounter.

Seone Mendez remained unbeaten in the league stage of the World Pickleball League, winning all six singles matches for Hyderabad Superstars. Her strong tennis foundation and consistency have powered the team into the top four with two games left

Hyderabad pacer Mohd Siraj has replaced injured Harshit Rana in India’s T-20 World Cup squad. Rana sustained a knee injury in the warm-up match against South Africa in Navi Mumbai, with BCCI confirming his unavailability after medical scans

India’s challenge in the Badminton Asia Team Championships ended in the quarterfinals at Qingdao, China. The men lost 1-3 to Korea despite Kidambi Srikanth’s win, while the women fell 0-3 to China in the absence of PV Sindhu

Tamil Nadu won the team title at the Invitation Boxing Tournament in Bolarum, with 14-year-old Joshika named best boxer. Telangana bagged silver while Andhra Pradesh finished third. Dignitaries from Blue World Boxing Association and local organisations attended the prize distribution

Indian cueist Keerthana Pandian settled for silver at the Asian Snooker Championships in Doha after losing 1-3 to defending champion Narantuya Bayarsaikhan. The 23-year-old, who impressed throughout the tournament, faltered in the final despite a strong semifinal win

Sandhya Gora’s fine 72 and debutant Kesari Drithi’s five for 25 helped Hyderabad defeat Tripura by 58 runs in the BCCI Senior Women’s One-Day Championship opener at Ranchi. Hyderabad also dominated in men’s and junior cricket matches across formats

Former India spinner SL Venkatapathi Raju, part of the 2007 selection panel, recalls the team’s historic T-20 World Cup win under MS Dhoni. He sees similarities in the current squad led by Surya Kumar Yadav as India begins its 2026 campaign

Hyderabad police arrested Rinita Raita of Odisha for allegedly possessing 11.4 kg of marijuana valued at Rs 5.7 lakh. The arrest was made by the Task Force (West) team in coordination with SR Nagar Police.

The Telangana High Court Advocates’ Association has demanded a SIT probe into the murder of advocate G. Swapna Kumari, citing contradictory FIRs and alleged lapses in the investigation.

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