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The BJP, despite holding four Assembly seats in the erstwhile Adilabad district, failed to secure majorities in the recent municipal elections. Congress, AIMIM and independents now hold the balance of power.
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A 36-year-old man in North 24 Parganas was allegedly murdered and dismembered after being called for SIR-related document verification. Police arrested a Booth Level Officer and another accused. Parts of the body were recovered, while the motive remains unknown
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A controversy erupted in Mancherial after a video surfaced showing BJP candidate Jadi Thirupathi’s family members allegedly reclaiming cash from voters following his narrow defeat in the municipal elections.
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Police in Hyderabad are hunting Ajith Kumar alias Shiva, who allegedly stole Rs 60 lakh from an Axis Bank ATM in Gachibowli. The suspect abandoned the vehicle, moved through Ashok Nagar and Miyapur, and is now believed to be in the IDA Bollaram area.
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Kerala DGP Ravada Chandrasekhar said the SIT probe into the Sabarimala gold loss case is in its final stage under High Court supervision. The investigation relates to alleged misappropriation from temple idols and door frames
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Civil and restoration works at Hyderabad’s Paigah Palace are underway as HMDA prepares to shift offices to Begumpet. Two new conference halls and additional floors are being added while preserving the heritage building, with completion expected by April–May.
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On the seventh anniversary of the Pulwama terror attack, families of CRPF martyrs gathered to remember their loved ones. While paying tribute, some expressed disappointment over unfulfilled promises of memorials and honours, saying their loss remains deeply painful
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BRS working president KT Rama Rao dismissed Congress claims of a “clean sweep” in municipal elections, highlighting BRS’ strong performance as ruling party compared to Congress’ previous tenure in opposition. He also criticised BJP’s poor showing and alleged misuse of money in polls
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The Hyderabad Traffic Police will launch a special enforcement drive from March 1 targeting motorists driving without a valid Driving Licence. Officials said focused checks will improve compliance and curb minor driving, with strict action against violators and vehicle owners
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The Indian Army has opened online registration for Agniveer recruitment across Telangana’s 33 districts under the Secunderabad Army Recruiting Office. Candidates can apply for up to two categories, with the upper age limit raised to 22 years.
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Independent candidates have emerged as key players after hung verdicts in at least 30 urban local bodies in Telangana. With major parties short of majority, negotiations and efforts to win support have intensified ahead of elections for civic posts
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KP’s 21st Century IAS Academy organised a felicitation ceremony in Hyderabad to honour successful Group-1 rankers from Telangana and Andhra Pradesh. Leaders and academy officials praised the students’ achievements and highlighted the institute’s role in preparing future administrators
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Jawaharlal Nehru Technological University Hyderabad has released the TG EAPACET 2026 notification. Online applications will begin on February 19, with exams scheduled in May. Details on fees, late charges and test centres have also been announced
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Prime Minister Narendra Modi and several chief ministers paid tribute to the martyrs of the 2019 Pulwama terror attack on its seventh anniversary. Leaders remembered the sacrifice of 40 CRPF personnel and reaffirmed India’s resolve against terrorism
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Cyberabad Police organised India’s first ‘Defreeze Accounts Mela’, issuing NOCs to innocent bank customers whose accounts were frozen during cyber fraud investigations. About 110 accounts were verified and defrozen. Officials urged citizens to report fraud and protect banking details.
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Pakistan’s Punjab Police arrested 26 terror suspects linked to TTP and Al-Qaeda during intelligence-based operations across the province. Explosives, detonators, and IEDs were recovered. Officials said the suspects had planned attacks on important buildings in different cities.
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A 32-year-old man allegedly shot his girlfriend and then himself inside a parked car in Noida’s Sector 107. Police found the bodies with gunshot wounds and a pistol at the scene and suspect it to be a suicide case
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Munugode MLA Komatireddy Rajgopal Reddy criticised Chief Minister A Revanth Reddy for claiming he would continue in the next term. He termed the remarks arrogant and said the Congress follows established procedures in selecting its Chief Minister
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The Bharat Rashtra Samithi retained its dominance in the erstwhile Medak district, winning six municipalities outright and leading in several others. Senior leaders including T Harish Rao and K Chandrashekhar Rao played a key role in the party’s performance
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The three-day Maha Shivaratri jatara began at Vemulawada on Saturday with special arrangements due to temple renovation works. Thousands of devotees are expected to visit the Sri Raja Rajeshwara Swamy Temple, where darshan schedules and facilities have been organised
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VIYONA Fintech has partnered with EFICYENT to enable international acceptance of India’s UPI across select corridors. The collaboration will focus on merchant payments and cross-border collections, with phased rollout subject to regulatory approvals in overseas markets
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Doctors at CARE Hospitals in Hyderabad successfully managed a rare and high-risk IVF pregnancy complicated by severe rheumatic heart disease. A multidisciplinary team ensured the safe delivery of a preterm baby while keeping the mother stable throughout treatment
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After losing three municipal elections by margins of less than 10 votes, BJP leader Kondapuram Jagan finally secured a decisive victory from the 3rd ward in Sangareddy municipality, winning by 526 votes and ending years of narrow electoral defeats.