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The Congress and CPI have decided to contest the Kothagudem municipal elections separately after failing to reach a seat-sharing agreement. The CPI has tied up with the TDP, while the Congress faces internal dissent and the threat of rebel candidates.
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A 32-year-old man allegedly attempted suicide by slitting his throat at Tellapur in Sangareddy district on Tuesday. He was found unconscious by locals and shifted to a hospital by police. His condition is stated to be critical
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Infighting within the Congress party intensified in Jagtial ahead of municipal elections after more tickets were allotted to the MLA’s group. Supporters of senior leader T Jeevan Reddy staged protests, prompting police to deploy additional forces near the MLA’s residence.
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The makers of Dhurandhar have unveiled the sequel titled Dhurandhar: The Revenge along with a new poster. Starring Ranveer Singh, R. Madhavan and others, the film continues a high-octane espionage story, releasing on March 19, 2026, in multiple languages.
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New Delhi will host the Asian Rifle/Pistol Championship 2027, awarding eight quota places for the Los Angeles 2028 Olympics. This will be the second consecutive continental championship in India, giving shooters home advantage ahead of two major events next year.
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A motorcycle caught fire on the Durgam Cheruvu Cable Bridge in Hyderabad on Tuesday morning, causing panic and heavy traffic congestion. Alert bystanders helped the riders escape safely. The bike was completely gutted, and no injuries were reported
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Defending champions India headline a competitive Group A in the ICC Men’s T20 World Cup 2026, featuring Pakistan, the Netherlands, Namibia and the USA. The tournament begins on February 7, with India aiming for a historic title defence.
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Unemployed youth have called for a Maha Dharna in Hyderabad, accusing the Telangana Congress government of failing to honour its promise of filling two lakh jobs within a year. They also demanded recruitment notifications, a fresh job calendar and unemployment allowance
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Former Manthani MLA Chandrupatla Ram Reddy passed away while undergoing treatment at a private hospital in Hyderabad on Tuesday. The 80-year-old leader had a long political career, beginning as a sarpanch and later representing Manthani as a TDP MLA.
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Farmers staged a road blockade at Gavvalapally junction in Medak district after failing to access the fertiliser booking app to buy urea. Officials intervened and assured the farmers that the issue would be taken up with higher authorities.
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Chief Minister A Revanth Reddy will begin district tours from Wednesday to campaign for the Congress party in the municipal elections scheduled on February 11. He will address public meetings across several districts, starting from Miryalguda and concluding at Bhupalpally.
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The All India Majlis e Ittehadul Muslimeen has launched its campaign for the municipal polls across the State, with party president Asaduddin Owaisi leading outreach programmes. The party is banking on its past electoral performance in Telangana, Maharashtra and Bihar
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The India-US trade deal is expected to help stabilise the rupee, narrow the current account deficit and boost foreign direct investment, according to a report. Improved market access and tariff certainty could support exports, manufacturing investment and medium-term economic growth
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The Anti-Corruption Bureau arrested a legal metrology inspector in Khammam for allegedly demanding a bribe to certify a repaired weighbridge. Officials said the accused was caught based on recorded evidence and will be produced before a special court in Warangal
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Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Tuesday said self-confidence is the key force that makes everything possible and will help realise the dream of Viksit Bharat. His remarks came hours after India and the US announced a trade deal reducing tariffs on Indian goods
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External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar welcomed the India-US trade deal announced after talks between Prime Minister Narendra Modi and President Donald Trump, saying it would boost jobs, growth and innovation. Leaders and experts said the agreement strengthens strategic and technology cooperation between the two countries.
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The rupee rose sharply by 119 paise to 90.30 against the US dollar in early trade after the US cut tariffs on Indian goods to 18 per cent. Forex traders said the move could improve FII interest in Indian markets.
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A wandering tiger killed a calf in Basantpur village of Yadadri Bhuvanagiri district on Monday night. Forest officials have launched tracking operations and plan to install camera traps and set up a cage to monitor the animal’s movement.
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A 26-year-old woman from Kukatpally was found dead in Hussain Sagar after going missing for two days. Police suspect suicide, citing emotional distress linked to repeated failures in marriage talks and family responsibilities.
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A day after former Chief Minister K Chandrashekhar Rao was questioned by the SIT, Chief Minister A Revanth Reddy criticised self-styled claims of being the “Father of the State” and defended the probe, rejecting objections to the inquiry process
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A Maharashtra man aspiring to contest panchayat elections allegedly killed his six-year-old daughter in Telangana to bypass the two-child eligibility norm. Police arrested him and the sitting Sarpanch, charging them with murder, kidnapping and other offences under the Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita
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Pakistan captain Salman Ali Agha said players will abide by the government and PCB’s decision to boycott the India clash in the T20 World Cup. Former captains Afridi, Yousuf and Latif also backed the move, citing ICC’s handling of Bangladesh
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A police constable was booked under the SC/ST (Prevention of Atrocities) Act for allegedly abusing his wife using her caste name and assaulting her in public while intoxicated. A video of the incident went viral, prompting police action
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Pakistan’s boycott of the India clash in the T20 World Cup could cost the ICC and broadcasters up to USD 250 million. The marquee fixture, usually a revenue driver, is absent, raising questions of financial impact and tournament integrity
