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Azim Premji University has opened applications for postgraduate programmes across Bengaluru, Bhopal, and Ranchi campuses. Courses include Development, Education, Economics, Public Health, and Climate Change. Graduates from all disciplines can apply by February 22, 2026.

A speeding private ambulance collided with a stationary truck at Auto Nagar, Vanasthalipuram, on Tuesday, injuring the driver and two patients. One patient was trapped but rescued by locals. All injured were hospitalized, and authorities are investigating the cause.

Pakistan's Supreme Court allowed PTI lawyer Salman Safdar to meet jailed former PM Imran Khan and report on his living conditions. This will be the first legal visit since December, while family and lawyer visits remain restricted over political concerns.

A Joint Action Committee in Khanapur proved that MLA Vedma Bojju’s claim on a school relocation was wrong. Locals identified government land and symbolically visited a temple, demanding the promised integrated school be built in Khanapur mandal headquarters.

Five unidentified burglars broke into a jewellery shop in Raidurgam on Monday night and stole gold and silver ornaments worth several lakhs. The theft was caught on CCTV, and police have launched an investigation to identify the suspects.

BRS district president Tata Madhusudhan accused Revenue Minister Ponguleti Srinivas Reddy of reviewing ward-wise votes ahead of municipal polls and misusing officials. He announced plans to complain to the Election Commission and appealed to voters to back the BRS.

Indian head coach Gautam Gambhir praised captain Suryakumar Yadav’s leadership in T20 cricket, saying his calm presence and player management have created a relaxed dressing room atmosphere, contributing significantly to the team’s recent success.

Hyderabad Traffic Police booked 21,713 motorists for wrong-side driving during a special enforcement drive held in the first week of February. The action aims to curb accidents and congestion, with police combining strict enforcement and public awareness measures.

The city has become a major centre for online stock market fraud, with scammers using WhatsApp groups to lure investors. Cybercrime police say victims lost over Rs 500 crore in 2025, with salaried professionals and first-time investors most affected.

The Enforcement Directorate has launched a money laundering probe into an alleged ghee adulteration scam linked to Tirupati laddus. The case involves senior TTD officials and follows claims of adulterated ghee supply worth Rs 250 crore.

Estonia’s intelligence chief says Russia has no intention of ending the Ukraine war and is stalling talks with the US. While Washington claims progress, experts question whether President Putin genuinely wants peace or believes he can still win.

Japan will convene a special Diet session on February 18 to select a new Prime Minister following the lower house election. With a two-thirds majority, the ruling LDP is expected to retain power under Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi.

Over the past decade, Hyderabad has increasingly turned to steel bridges to ease traffic congestion. Faster construction, minimal land acquisition and seismic suitability have helped the city build multiple steel bridges, with several more projects underway.

Telangana DGP B Shivadhar Reddy said all security arrangements are in place for the urban municipal elections on Wednesday. Police deployment has been strengthened, webcasting ensured at sensitive booths, and check posts set up to prevent violations.

Experts from the Central Forensic Science Laboratory and Nagpur’s National Institute of Fire Safety Engineering reached Hyderabad to investigate the FSL fire. Telangana DGP B Shivadhar Reddy clarified that no case data was lost and efforts are underway to retrieve server data

A fire broke out in the cellar of Narayana School in Madinaguda on Tuesday, triggering panic among students and staff. Firefighters and police rushed to the spot and controlled the situation. No injuries were reported and the cause is under investigation

A Jaipur-Hyderabad passenger flight reported a bird hit while approaching the runway at Rajiv Gandhi International Airport on Tuesday. The pilot carried out a safe landing and no injuries were reported. Airport authorities conducted checks and further inspection is underway.

Telangana goes to polls on Wednesday for 2,996 wards across 123 urban local bodies amid tight security. With Congress and BRS locked in a keen contest, the results will decide control of key municipal corporations and municipalities.

A man was taken into custody for allegedly raping and killing his mother-in-law in Kalwakurthy mandal of Nagarkurnool district. Police said the crime occurred on February 8 night when the elderly woman was alone at home.

An eight-year-old girl was allegedly raped by two relatives in Jayashankar Bhupalpally district of Telangana in separate incidents. Police arrested a 21-year-old man and apprehended a minor after a complaint was filed by the victim’s parents

A 10-year-old boy drowned in a swimming pool during a wedding sangeet ceremony at a resort in Moinabad on Monday evening. The child was rushed to a private hospital but was declared dead on arrival. Police are looking into the incident

A mobile phone was snatched from a young man at Vinayaka Hills in B N Reddy Nagar during the early hours of Tuesday. The incident, carried out by two bike-borne persons, was captured on CCTV. Police are investigating.

Tension erupted in Medak municipality after BRS cadres alleged that Congress leaders attempted to distribute money and liquor to voters. A confrontation between workers of both parties led to a scuffle, following which BRS decided to approach election authorities.

Allegations of money and muscle power against the ruling Congress party have surfaced during municipal elections across Telangana. Opposition parties claim voter influence, intimidation of candidates and selective police action, while Congress leaders have denied the charges amid rising political tension.