Hyderabad

The joint cartoon anthology Akshintalu by senior cartoonists Surendra and Gajjela Mallareddy was launched in Hyderabad on Sunday. Writers, journalists and artists praised the book for its sharp political and social commentary and its emotional depth

The body of 27-year-old Mohd Amer was found burnt near Himayatsagar, Rajendranagar, early Sunday. Police have begun an investigation, but forensic doctors suggest it may be a suicide, citing no internal injuries or signs of struggle at the scene.

Vysyaraju Jewellers inaugurated its new Dilsukhnagar showroom, attended by Anupama Parameswaran. The store offers flat 6% wastage on 22KT gold, IGI-certified diamonds from Rs 49,500 per carat, and special silver discounts, available for a limited time.

Intermediate Public Examinations in Telangana will begin on February 25, followed by SSC exams from March 14. Over 10 lakh students have enrolled. The Board has set up 1,495 centres and issued QR code-enabled hall tickets to help students locate exam centres easily.

A 25-year-old man, Syed Muzammil Hashmi, died five days after being attacked with iron rods and sticks in Mailardevpally. Police have altered the case from attempt to murder to murder after his death. Several persons were allegedly involved in the assault.

More than 4,200 runners participated in the Mindspace EcoRun 2.0 held in Madhapur. Organised by Mindspace REIT and Radio Mirchi, the event promoted fitness and sustainability with eco-friendly race kits and strong participation across 5K, 10K and 21K categories.

Panic spread in Chekkapalli village in Telangana’s Sircilla district after locals reported seeing a tiger crossing a road at night. Forest officials are checking CCTV footage and searching for pugmarks. Leopard attacks in nearby areas have also raised concerns.

BRS leader T Harish Rao has accused the Congress government of pushing a real estate-driven agenda under the Musi Riverfront project. He criticised eviction notices served to residents of Madhu Park Ridge apartments, alleging the project was designed to benefit corporate interests rather than beautify the river.

The Cybercrime Police in Malkajgiri solved four cybercrime cases last week, arresting seven individuals in a nationwide operation. In one case, fraudsters duped a man of Rs 32.36 lakh by posing as women on Facebook and fabricating stories of illness and marriage.

Telangana BJP president N. Ramchander Rao was taken into police custody in Hyderabad while attempting to visit Banswada, Kamareddy, after communal clashes. Police arrested protesters, deployed additional forces, and registered cases to prevent further violence

The Cyberabad traffic police’s weekend drink-and-drive campaign resulted in nine convictions with jail terms, 230 fines, and nine offenders ordered to perform social service. All offenders will face legal proceedings in court.

A farmer from Sardarnagar in Pahadishareef died after being hit by an auto-rickshaw while returning home from his agricultural work on Saturday evening.

A businessman from Tolichowki, identified as Amir, was allegedly murdered and his body set ablaze in Rajendranagar, Hyderabad. Locals discovered the charred remains at an isolated spot and alerted the police.

Hyderabad’s Nehru Zoological Park has added two brightly coloured mandrills to its collection under an animal exchange programme. The primates will be open for public viewing in early March after completing quarantine

G Sowmya from Telangana has been selected for the Indian Senior women’s national team for the AFC Women’s Asian Cup Australia 2026. The team trained in Turkey before arriving in Perth and will face Vietnam and Japan in the group stage

K Lohitha Sai of Bhadradri-Kothagudem won gold in the girls’ recurve event at the Chief Minister’s Cup State-level archery competition in Khammam. The finals featured top performers across boys’ and girls’ recurve, compound, and Indian Round categories

Chief Minister A Revanth Reddy said he faced opposition within the Congress after becoming TPCC president. Addressing DCC presidents in Vikarabad, he stressed discipline, merit-based recognition, and party strengthening in Andhra Pradesh and Telangana

The Esports Federation of India has opened registrations for NESC 2026, the national qualifier for the 2026 Asian Games. India will compete in 10 esports titles, and athletes will earn a chance to represent the country across eight medal events

Hyderabad District Basketball Association will hold selection trials for boys and girls born on or after 1-1-2008 to pick the junior district team for the inter-district championship at Woxsen University. Trials start February 28 at YMCA Secunderabad

Amulya won the Hyderabad Open golf championship, receiving Rs 90,000 and a crystal trophy. Swetha Gullapalli and Abhishek Mitra were runners-up. Telangana Governor praised the event, which featured 320 golfers and aims to boost golf tourism in Telangana

BRS General Secretary RS Praveen Kumar accused the Congress and BJP of unethical politics in Amangal municipality elections. He alleged misuse of power, false cases against BRS workers, and interference by political leaders, and extended support to jailed activists

A six-month-old baby died in Narsingi after allegedly being given expired medicine at a private hospital. The child developed complications and passed away after being shifted to another hospital. The parents have lodged a complaint, and police are investigating

The Anti Corruption Bureau has registered a disproportionate assets case against an Assistant Director of Agriculture in Nagarkurnool district. Searches at his and his relatives’ houses led to the seizure of documents, vehicles, and insurance papers. Investigation is continuing

BRS MLC Sravan Dasoju has alleged irregularities in the bunker bed tender for KGBV schools, claiming excess payments of over Rs 160 crore. He demanded cancellation of the tender and sought intervention from Union Ministers