Hyderabad

At the World Economic Forum in Davos, UAE Minister Abdulla bin Touq Al Marri met Telangana Chief Minister A Revanth Reddy to discuss collaboration on infrastructure projects, notably the Bharat Future City.

BRS leader and former Minister T Harish Rao dismissed the SIT questioning over phone tapping as “trash” and challenged Chief Minister A Revanth Reddy to make the proceedings public. He demanded a Supreme Court-monitored probe into alleged Singareni tender irregularities and accused the Congress government of internal rifts and scams.

The 79th National Football Championship for Santosh Trophy will be hosted by Assam for the seventh time. Matches will be played in Dhakuakhana, Dhemaji and Silapathar, with 12 teams competing. The final is scheduled for February 8, streamed live on FIFA+

Airbus will present a high-profile showcase at Wings India 2026 in Hyderabad, featuring aircraft such as the A321neo, A220, H160 helicopter, and H125, which will soon be assembled in Karnataka. The company will also highlight future-ready technology, including the A321XLR and a Virtual Reality Simulator for pilot training.

The Telangana High Court has ruled that police cannot stop vehicles or compel motorists to pay pending traffic challans on the spot. Justice NV Shravan Kumar directed that recovery of fines must follow due process of law, including court notices and adjudication.

Residents of Neredmet and nearby colonies have intensified demands for the development of Neredmet Railway Station, citing inconvenience caused by train diversions on the Hyderabad–Secunderabad railway divisions.

Kukatpally police arrested a woman for allegedly killing her husband and trying to pass it off as suicide. The case took a turn after the autopsy report revealed death due to strangulation, following which the woman reportedly confessed during questioning.

HYDRAA Commissioner AV Ranganath criticised the lack of coordination among GHMC, Water Board, Irrigation Department, Raheja Mindspace, and Ramky company for the foul smell emanating from Durgam Cheruvu. He convened a meeting with organisations responsible for safeguarding the lake.

MLA Sri Ganesh began a relay hunger strike at Dr BR Ambedkar Statue in Karkhana, urging the Central government to expedite the merger of Secunderabad Cantonment civilian areas with GHMC. He accused the BJP-led Centre of delaying SCB polls since 2020 and failing to act on the merger.

Hyderabad Toofans defeated HIL GC 3-2 in their final league stage match of the Hero Hockey India League at Kalinga Stadium. Goals from Zachary Wallace, Amandeep Lakra and Shilanand Lakra sealed the win, keeping Toofans alive in the tournament

The Telangana Council of Higher Education has decided to revamp UG and PG syllabi and form subject-wise committees led by Vice Chancellors. The council also plans to expand apprenticeship-embedded courses and seek industry inputs to make education more skill-oriented.

The Premia Academy in Hyderabad has been recognised as a Sustainability Superstar at the GoSharpener Sustainability Superstar ’25 Conclave. The event celebrated institutions making a meaningful impact through sustainability-focused practices.

K Prathika struck a match-winning century to guide Team B past Team C in the HCA Senior Women’s one-day probables matches in Hyderabad. Y Trisha Poojitha also impressed with an unbeaten 61 as Team A defeated Team D

Medhansh Agarwal, Mahaprasada and CV Chetan Aditya produced standout performances in the HCA under-14 two-day probables matches in Hyderabad. Medhansh struck 139, Mahaprasada scored 108, while Chetan hit an unbeaten 111 and took four wickets

Mayank Gupta will captain Hyderabad in the Col CK Nayudu Trophy under-23 match against Vidarbha at NFC from January 23. A Avanish Rao is vice-captain, with S Dheeraj Goud and others named in the squad

Srujan Keerthan won the Brilliant Trophy open online chess tournament after finishing level with Arnav Pasricha on 10.5 points from 12 rounds. PSS Nandagopal came third, while Sisika Borelli and PV Satyanarayana claimed best woman and veteran honours respectively

K Kiran and Mallika won the men’s and women’s 10 km races in the Osmania University inter-college cross country championship in Hyderabad. Government Degree College Medak and St Ann’s College for Women claimed the team titles in their respective categories

Sania Mirza has launched The Next Set, an initiative to support India’s women athletes with coaching, physiotherapy, training camps and holistic development. Partnering with BNW Developments and Shookra Polyclinics, the programme aims to balance athletic excellence with academic and personal growth

Ryan Group of Institutions will oversee the educational framework at the FIFA Talent Academy in Bhubaneswar from January 2026. The partnership includes tutoring, counselling, and exams, ensuring young footballers balance academic growth with athletic excellence ahead of future FIFA World Cups

India pacer Md Siraj will captain Hyderabad in the Ranji Trophy matches against Mumbai and Chhattisgarh. Opener Tanmay Agarwal is ruled out with a back injury, while K Nitesh Reddy is sidelined due to an eye issue

The Travellers Association has urged the State government and GMR to release 6 km of land for an MMTS railway line to Rajiv Gandhi International Airport, offering affordable fares and a faster, reliable alternative to buses and private vehicles

The 15th Season of Uttar Dakshin will be held at Ravindra Bharathi on February 14, featuring a Jugalbandi between Hindustani vocalist Pandit Jayateerth Mevundi and Carnatic flautist Shashank Subramanyam, along with an eminent percussion ensemble

Prof. C Raghava Reddy of the University of Hyderabad has been nominated to the Impact Assessment and Public Policy Advisory Committee of the National Innovation Foundation-India, recognising his work in science, technology and society studies and inclusive development

Doctors at Hyderabad-based Apollo Fertility successfully treated a 34-year-old woman suffering from secondary infertility through a minimally invasive, structured treatment plan. The woman conceived on the first attempt and delivered a healthy baby boy in December 2025.