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The Task Force and Banjara Hills police arrested two men for stealing mobile phones and a motorcycle across Hyderabad, Cyberabad, and Maharashtra. Police recovered 21 phones, two daggers, and a bike, valued at Rs 3 lakh. The accused have multiple property crime links.

Afzalgunj police arrested three men for allegedly stealing valuables from passengers in shared autos. The gang targeted elderly and lone commuters. The arrests followed a complaint by an 82-year-old man. The prime accused remains absconding.

Kulsumpura police arrested a 23-year-old man for his alleged involvement in a mobile phone snatching case reported last year. The accused had been evading arrest since December 2025. Three others are in jail, while one suspect remains absconding.

Traffic diversions will be in place from February 13 to 18 near Keesaragutta temple for Maha Shivaratri celebrations. Heavy vehicles will be restricted, and several routes diverted. Police expect heavy pilgrim turnout and advised motorists to follow traffic guidelines.

A Congress candidate in Aswaraopet allegedly asked voters to return money and pressure cookers distributed before polling, suspecting they had not supported him. Angered residents protested by dumping the boxes on the street, while his supporters blamed political rivals

Hyderabad police conducted a midnight cordon-and-search operation in Rein Bazaar, seizing 37 two-wheelers, knives and marijuana. Six rowdy sheeters were taken in for questioning. Police said such operations will continue to curb crime and improve public safety.

India remained the largest passenger market at Dubai International Airport in 2025, with nearly 12 million travellers. The airport retained its position as the world’s busiest for international travel, handling record passenger numbers and strengthening its global connectivity

A Gulf Air flight from Bahrain received a bomb threat email before landing at Hyderabad’s RGIA on Wednesday. Passengers were safely deboarded and the aircraft was inspected. No explosives were found, and officials later declared the threat a hoax.

The Central government has allocated Rs. 6,000 crore for higher education textbooks in Indian languages, including Urdu. MANUU has been appointed the nodal agency to develop 2.5 lakh textbooks under the NEP, involving 4.5 lakh teachers and experts nationwide.

Doctors at Medicover Hospitals, Secunderabad, have successfully treated a 72-year-old woman suffering from acute heart failure using a minimally invasive, catheter-based procedure. The treatment avoided open-heart surgery and led to significant improvement in her health and daily activities

The Hyderabad Water Board has appointed Directors of Operations for GHMC, Malkajgiri and Cyberabad municipal corporations. It has also divided its jurisdiction into 12 zones and appointed in-charge Chief General Managers to improve administrative efficiency and water supply management.

Dr. Vibhavari Nayak, senior anaesthesiologist at BIACH&RI, has been appointed Clinical Lead at the World Federation of Societies of Anaesthesiologists. She will develop global clinical guidelines and treatment content, ensuring access to modern anaesthesia knowledge worldwide.

Gold and silver prices declined on Thursday as a stronger US dollar, supported by firm jobs data, weighed on bullion. Analysts said labour market strength could delay US rate cuts, while investors awaited key inflation data for further cues.

A survey by Telangana senior residents found nearly 1,900 vacant teaching posts in government medical colleges. Foundational departments are worst affected. Doctors warn that delays in recruitment and shortage of senior faculty are impacting medical education and NMC compliance.

With Ramzan approaching, Hyderabad residents may have to pay more for haleem as ingredient prices rise. Restaurant owners say the hike may be modest, but costs of meat and ghee are affecting prices across the city and outskirts

A banned rowdy sheeter, Mohd Asaduddin, along with his associates, allegedly attacked a man and vandalised a shop in Kalapather, Hyderabad. The incident was caught on CCTV. Police have formed special teams and roped in the Task Force to nab the accused

A 28-year-old Hindu tea garden worker was found murdered in northeast Bangladesh ahead of parliamentary elections. His hands and legs were tied. Police are investigating. The killing is the second targeting a Hindu individual in two days.

The Kerala High Court has taken note of serious financial irregularities linked to the Global Ayyappa Meet and suspicious money transfers by temporary staff at Sabarimala. It has ordered a detailed probe and sought a report within three weeks

BRS working president KT Rama Rao expressed confidence in his party’s victory in the upcoming Hyderabad corporation elections, despite trifurcation of the civic body. He criticised the Congress and BJP, welcomed new leaders, and vowed strengthened organisational outreach across divisions.

Eight people, including three children, were injured after two quadcopter attacks in Lakki Marwat, Khyber Pakhtunkhwa. The attacks targeted a football ground and a local peace committee leader’s home. One injured person is in critical condition. Police are investigating.

Actor Jagapathi Babu has joined the cast of Dulquer Salmaan-starrer DQ41, directed by Ravi Nelakuditi. Backed by SLV Cinemas, the pan-India romantic entertainer also stars Pooja Hegde and features music by G.V. Prakash Kumar.

Sangareddy Collector P. Pravinya dismissed Congress leader T Jagga Reddy’s allegations of fake voter enrolment in Sangareddy and Sadasivapet municipalities as baseless. She said inquiries would be conducted only if a formal complaint is received, with appropriate action taken.

BRS Legislature Party deputy leader T Harish Rao criticised the Congress government over protests in Gurukul schools and at Osmania University, alleging neglect of basic facilities and poor food quality. He demanded immediate intervention to resolve students’ grievances across Telangana.