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The civic poll results in erstwhile Adilabad district dealt a setback to the ruling Congress, which had predicted a strong performance. Six municipalities, including Adilabad and Bhainsa, delivered hung verdicts, leaving independents, BJP and AIMIM in decisive positions.

Chhattisgarh Deputy Chief Minister Vijay Sharma said 532 Naxalites have been killed and over 2,700 have surrendered since January 2024. He said strong security operations and rehabilitation measures are helping the state move towards ending the Maoist menace

Kamalapuram Gitanjali, wife of suspended constable Ramesh, won a ward in Cheriyal Municipality for the BRS, overcoming allegations, pressure and controversy, as the party secured a majority and prepared to form the civic body

Tension gripped Khammam after BRS and CPI (M) cadres staged a protest at the Edulapuram counting centre, accusing election officials of bias for refusing recount requests in wards where BRS candidates lost by narrow margins of five and eight votes.

Forest officials in Telangana have stepped up efforts to capture a tiger that has been roaming across Siddipet, Jangaon and Yadadri Bhuvanagiri districts for over a month, killing 18 cattle in 12 villages.

Tension flared in Jangaon after Congress MP Chamala Kiran Kumar Reddy allegedly attempted to abduct an independent candidate who had pledged support to the BRS.

Karnataka Deputy Chief Minister D K Shivakumar said he continues to live with hope and confidence amid leadership speculation. He said time will provide answers and stressed patience, even as reports suggest talks on a possible power transition

The Supreme Court has directed the CBI to submit a status report on Manipur ethnic violence cases within two weeks. It also suggested that the Manipur and Gauhati High Courts may monitor trials and asked governments to implement rehabilitation measures

BRS Legislature Party deputy leader T Harish Rao described the party’s victory in over 700 municipal wards as a clear sign of public dissatisfaction with the Congress government in Telangana. He vowed that BRS would continue to hold the Congress accountable.

An interfaith marriage in Meerut was postponed after protests by Hindu organisations and security concerns. Police deployed additional forces and said the situation is under control. The woman denied allegations and said she was marrying of her own free will

BRS working president KT Rama Rao dismissed Congress’s claim of a landslide victory in the Telangana municipal polls, arguing that the ruling party secured only about 60 per cent of urban local bodies. He highlighted hung verdicts in several councils and accused Congress of irregularities and inducements.

The BRS claimed victory in 11 of the 19 municipalities in the erstwhile Medak district, securing majorities in Cheriyal, Dubbak, Gajwel, Toopran, Gaddapotharam and Gummadidala. With support from Independents, the party is set to form municipal bodies in Zaheerabad, Medak, Indresham, Isnapur and Jinnaram.

Jawaharlal Nehru Technological University, Hyderabad, has removed its R&D Cell director following controversy over a PhD guideship fee. The move comes after a Telangana Today report and criticism from academics. The university has also revoked the disputed notification

A dramatic turn unfolded in Jogulamba Gadwal’s municipal elections when the BRS candidate Jayamma, initially declared winner in the eighth ward, lost by a single vote after a recount demanded by Congress candidate Venkatamma.

A 37-year-old migrant worker died of a suspected heart attack during a TVK political event addressed by Vijay in Salem on Friday. The incident occurred amid a crowded gathering, even as the actor-politician marked his return to public meetings

Jawaharlal Nehru Technological University, Hyderabad, will release the TG EAPCET 2026 notification on Saturday. Online registration begins on February 19. Exams will be held from May 4 to 11, with mobile-friendly applications introduced

A businessman was shot dead by unidentified assailants near Silver City Cinema in Dehradun, marking the city’s third murder in 11 days. Police suspect rivalry as the motive and are examining his criminal and business records

A 45-year-old man was allegedly beaten to death in Prayagraj after he objected to wedding guests urinating near his house. Police have arrested six accused in the case and registered charges against 12 persons following a complaint by the victim’s family

Prime Minister Narendra Modi shifted to the new Seva Teerth complex in New Delhi, marking a major administrative transition from South Block. He inaugurated the facility, approved key welfare schemes and outlined major initiatives for farmers, women and entrepreneurs

Railways Minister Ashwini Vaishnaw told Parliament that Aadhaar-based checks and cyber security measures helped deactivate 3.03 crore suspicious user IDs in 2025. Crores of bot requests were blocked to protect the e-ticketing system and ensure fair Tatkal bookings

The makers of director Abhishek Nama’s mythological action drama ‘Nagabandham’ have unveiled Jagapathi Babu’s first look, revealing him as Prabhakar. The film stars Virat Karrna in the lead and is nearing completion.

A young married woman left her home with her three-year-old daughter following a dispute with her husband over buying a smartphone in Ghatkesar near Hyderabad. After she failed to return, her husband lodged a complaint and police registered a missing case

Cafe Niloufer has opened Niloufer Chath, a rooftop vegetarian restaurant at Banjara Hills in Hyderabad. The new outlet offers North Indian cuisine and Jain food, featuring a wide range of breads and dishes aimed at providing a refined dining experience

The Telangana State Road Transport Corporation has announced a major plan to convert diesel buses into electric vehicles and expand its e-bus fleet in Hyderabad. The initiative aims to cut emissions, reduce pollution and improve public transport by 2027