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An anti-beggary drive in Indore revealed a leprosy-afflicted man who owns multiple houses, vehicles and lends money in the bullion market. Officials are verifying his assets, while an NGO has urged a humanitarian view of his case

External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar urged Poland to adopt zero tolerance for terrorism and not fuel terror infrastructure in India's neighbourhood, while raising concerns over selective targeting of India on the Ukraine conflict during talks with Polish Foreign Minister Radoslaw Sikorski

A study in Brazil's Atlantic Forest has found that biodiversity loss and human expansion may be driving mosquitoes to feed more on humans, raising the risk of disease transmission as animals disappear and insects move closer to human settlements

The CBI questioned TVK chief and actor Vijay for over six hours for the second time in the Karur stampede case. Officials said questions focused on rally planning, crowd management and decision-making, as the agency continues its probe following a Supreme Court order

The Supreme Court directed the Madhya Pradesh government to decide within two weeks on granting sanction to prosecute minister Kunwar Vijay Shah for alleged objectionable remarks against Army officer Colonel Sofiya Qureshi, observing that the SIT probe has been completed

Congress leaders Mallikarjun Kharge and Rahul Gandhi have opposed the new VB-G RAM G Act, alleging it weakens the right to work under MGNREGA, shifts financial burden to states and undermines wages, local bodies and rural livelihoods

Sangareddy Collector P Pravinya praised student innovators at the Southern Indian Science Fair 2026, saying young minds would shape India’s future. Over 4,000 students are expected to visit the five-day event at Gaudium School

Students from six southern states showcased innovative projects at the South India science fair in Sangareddy. Inspired by the Kurnool bus tragedy, Andhra Pradesh students developed smart bus safety systems. Several projects have been selected for national-level science fairs

BRS leaders launched a sharp attack on Chief Minister A Revanth Reddy, accusing him of using provocative language to divert attention from Congress infighting. They questioned his political stand and alleged governance failures ahead of the GHMC polls

Hyderabad Police’s C-Mitra initiative has assisted 1,000 cybercrime victims and registered 100 FIRs in ten days. AI-drafted complaints, WhatsApp/email communication, and a 24-member team ensure swift registration, eliminating long waits at police stations.

Telangana ACB registered 78 cases from October to December 2025, the highest in 15 years. A reward mela recognised high-performing officers, while DG Charu Sinha emphasised the importance of professional, fair, and thorough investigations supported by continuous capacity building.

Chief Minister A Revanth Reddy’s call to TDP cadre to defeat the BRS has caused unease within the Congress ahead of municipal elections. Party leaders questioned the move, warning it could hurt prospects and undermine worker confidence

TGPCB set up its stall at Numaish 2026 to educate the public on pollution prevention. Exhibits cover waste management, industrial emissions, water and noise pollution, and single-use plastics. Officials guided visitors, promoting sustainable practices and environmental protection.

A 53-year-old retired government teacher died by suicide in Mandamarri after suffering from depression linked to a paralytic condition. Police said she had undergone surgery earlier and opted for voluntary retirement after health complications affected her ability to work

The Secunderabad division of South Central Railway is running a month-long Fire Safety and Anti-Smoking Drive until February 8, 2026. Over 160 inspections have been carried out, focusing on fire prevention, electrical safety, clear passages, and passenger awareness.

Hyderabad’s Mehdipatnam skywalk, over 90% complete, is set to open by March 2026. The 390-metre steel and glass pedestrian bridge will ease traffic, feature 13 elevators, LED lights, coffee shops, and accommodate 30,000 daily pedestrians.

Amrabad Tiger Reserve has recorded nearly 50 tiger sightings since October 2025. Visitors can explore safaris at Farahabad, Gundam, and Akkamahadevi Caves. New Kollam Safari will open soon. Operations halt Jan 20–25 for the All India Tiger Estimation 2026.

Tamil Nadu has intensified disease surveillance and hospital preparedness following confirmation of two Nipah virus cases in West Bengal. Health authorities have asked hospitals to closely monitor AES cases, strengthen reporting and enforce strict infection control measures across the State

The Gujarat government is preparing a pilot AI project for Ahmedabad Municipal Corporation to identify stray cattle and their owners using CCTV feeds and biometric analysis. The initiative aims to improve traffic safety and strengthen AI-driven governance

Police arrested a man from Maharashtra for snatching a gold chain from a woman in Baramgadi village of Kamareddy district. The accused confessed to targeting lone women and was caught during a vehicle check at Beerkur

As part of the Arrive Alive initiative and road safety week, police distributed blankets and sports kits to tribals and youngsters in Adilabad. SP Akhil Mahajan urged people to follow traffic rules, avoid substance abuse and promote education

BRS MLC Dasoju Sravan criticised Chief Minister A Revanth Reddy, accusing him of undemocratic politics, divisive remarks and reviving a TDP agenda in Telangana. He alleged economic failures and warned the Chief Minister against arrogance

Actress Genelia D’Souza shared her joy as her younger son Raahyl won the Player of the Match award at a football tournament. The actress also reflected on emotional parenting moments as her children reach new milestones.

Families protested against Labour Minister Dr G Vivek in Chennur over land used for an ATC without prior notice. Women flagged civic issues, while party aspirants alleged ticket sale. Protests forced the minister to cut short an event