Hyderabad

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

Titans clinch 82-76 win against Sanathnagar Playground in the final at the YMCA Secunderabad

The trophy, engraved with Hyderabad's iconic monuments like the Buddha statue and Charminar, was launched at the 19th Hole on Wednesday

The Telangana High Court has directed an amicus curiae to physically inspect forest plantation work carried out at Damagundam using Central funds, amid concerns over environmental compliance linked to the proposed naval command project in the reserve forest area

The Chief Minister’s Cup 2025 in Telangana recorded over five lakh registrations and saw 21,500 athletes reach state-level competitions. Organised by the Sports Authority of Telangana, the tournament aims to strengthen grassroots sports and identify talent across the state

Shrivalli defeated Francesca Curmi of Malta 7-6 (6), 6-4 in the singles first round of KPB Trust Women’s Open ITF tournament at Bengaluru

The Telangana High Court directed the State government to place on record the status of the proposed Telangana Lift Act, observing that interim safety guidelines may be considered to prevent lift-related accidents pending enactment of a comprehensive regulatory framework

The Telangana High Court allowed the Ibrahimpatnam municipal chairman election to proceed after producing BRS councillor Akula Yadagiri before it, disposed of a habeas corpus plea alleging illegal detention, and directed police to prevent coercion and restore his belongings

The GHMC has launched the MyCURE App, an upgraded digital platform replacing MyGHMC, to streamline civic services. The app allows residents to lodge complaints, track grievances in real time, and aims to ensure faster resolution with greater transparency.

BRS president and former Chief Minister K Chandrashekhar Rao extended greetings to the Muslim community on the start of Ramzan. He said the holy month strengthens faith and promotes unity, peace and harmony among people of all communities

Hyderabad traffic police have issued a diversion advisory for the Chatrapathi Shivaji Jayanthi procession from Puranapool Darwaza to Salarjung Bridge. Several routes will be diverted between 11 am and 6 pm to manage traffic during the procession and public meeting.