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The privatisation of IDBI Bank has been stalled for over three years, after the government and LIC invited expressions of interest in October 2022 to sell a combined 60.72 per cent stake

The GHMC has intensified its special sanitation drive, focusing on cleaning lakes and nalas across the city. Launched on February 3, the campaign covered 579 areas in 300 wards over four days.

Hyderabad police arrested Rinita Raita of Odisha for allegedly possessing 11.4 kg of marijuana valued at Rs 5.7 lakh. The arrest was made by the Task Force (West) team in coordination with SR Nagar Police.

Bartronics India Limited is set to launch its first voice-first, multilingual AI-powered agri-tech application in March, following successful pilots in Maharashtra and Uttar Pradesh. The platform will enable farmers to access contextual advisories, proactive alerts and interactive knowledge support.

A synthetic running track is being built at Sardar Patel Stadium in Khammam at a cost of Rs 8.50 crore to promote athletics. The track, designed to international standards, includes levelling, fencing, line marking, catch basins and high-mast lighting as per ISO norms.

Hyderabad-based MIC Electronics Limited has secured its first order in the Passenger Announcement and Passenger Information System (PAPIS) segment from the Rail Coach Factory, Kapurthala.

Adilabad police busted a seven-member gang led by self-styled godman Raj Kumar, who duped people with fake treasure hunts. The gang collected Rs 1.03 crore from 26 victims by planting counterfeit gold coins bought online and staging rituals to convince people of divine possession.

The Meitei–Kuki-Zo divide remains deep, and rebuilding trust will test the new State government 

Senior BRS leader B. Vinod Kumar strongly refuted Chief Minister A. Revanth Reddy’s claim of a “Fevicol bond” between the BJP and the BRS, calling it baseless.

While the inclusion of OBCs is welcome, key questions remain over equality, representation, and safeguards in higher education institutions

The district police in Kothagudem are constructing a Rs 4.50 crore bridge between Vaddipet and Pusuguppa villages to improve connectivity for adivasis in Cherla mandal. Superintendent of Police Rohith Raju inspected the site and urged speedy completion.

The Telangana High Court Advocates’ Association has demanded a SIT probe into the murder of advocate G. Swapna Kumari, citing contradictory FIRs and alleged lapses in the investigation.

Hyderabad Police Commissioner VC Sajjanar has raised concerns over the growing use of agentic or autonomous AI, warning that unchecked digital agents could endanger public safety, financial markets, and critical infrastructure.

A Nepali gang allegedly drugged apartment staff before fleeing with valuables worth Rs 20 lakh from a house in Nandagiri Hills, Jubilee Hills. The victims raised an alarm after regaining consciousness.

Vaibhav Sooryavanshi’s stunning 175 off 80 balls powered India to a 100-run win over England in the U-19 World Cup final at Harare. Supported by Ayush Mhatre’s leadership and disciplined bowling, India posted 411 and bowled England out for 311

Fresh notices issued by the Special Deputy Collector for land acquisition along the proposed elevated corridor from Gymkhana Grounds to Shamirpet ORR have caused confusion among property owners. The notices sought extensive personal and property details for a socio-economic survey to compute compensation.

Ten days after a 16-year-old schoolgirl was found dead in a quarry near Chottanikkara, police are yet to analyse key digital evidence. Investigators suspect a fake Instagram account may have played a role in her death

The All-India Joint Action Committee of Teachers’ Organisations (AIJACTO) has urged the Central government to intervene in the Supreme Court ruling that requires all in-service teachers appointed before the RTE Act to clear the TET within two years or risk losing their jobs.

The BJP’s victory in the Thiruvananthapuram Corporation has strengthened its position in Kerala’s capital district. With growing electoral gains and key leaders targeting Assembly seats, the party sees the win as a launchpad for future political expansion

Prime Minister Narendra Modi urged students to contribute towards building a developed India during Pariksha Pe Charcha. Linking personal responsibility with national goals, he stressed self-reliance, cleanliness and pride in Indian products, encouraging youth to shape the country’s future

The Telangana Integrated Common Entrance Test (TG ICET) 2026 notification has been issued, with applications opening on February 12. The last date for submission without a late fee is March 16.

Meghalaya Police arrested two persons in connection with a blast at an illegal coal mine in East Jaintia Hills that killed 18 people. Chief Minister Conrad K Sangma warned of strict action, while rescue operations continue with multiple agencies deployed

AAP leader Lucky Oberoi was shot dead by unidentified assailants outside a gurdwara in Jalandhar on Friday. He was hit by multiple bullets and died in hospital. Opposition parties blamed the Mann government, alleging a collapse of law and order

HMWSSB managing director K Ashok Reddy reviewed works at Mallanna Sagar for transferring additional Godavari water to Hyderabad. The Rs 7,360 crore project aims to rejuvenate the Musi River and fill twin reservoirs, with officials asked to meet timelines