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A 17-year-old girl from Dharmapuri mandal died while undergoing treatment after attempting suicide in December. Police said she allegedly took the extreme step following betrayal by her lover. A case has been registered based on a complaint by her mother.

Residents of Kalyan Nagar in Erragadda have expressed anger over a six-month delay in GHMC road works. Locals say unfinished cement-concrete roads have caused dust, debris and safety hazards, while officials claim the project is being executed in phases.

Telangana’s real estate sector, especially in Hyderabad, has faced a prolonged slowdown over the past two years. Industry stakeholders cite policy uncertainty, administrative decisions and global headwinds as key reasons behind declining housing sales, new launches and office space demand.

Unidentified persons allegedly threw cattle dung on the statue of Mahatma Gandhi at Ramdas Junction in Medak. Congress leaders staged a rasta roko demanding action. Police are examining CCTV footage and said stern action will be taken against those responsible.

Sai Deekshith of Carmel Convent High School-Mancherial represented the state at a national-level sub-junior event in West Bengal. Three other students won medals at the Chief Minister’s Cup Athletic Meet in Warangal and were felicitated by the school management.

Ex-TASA Shakti, a multi-agency security dialogue, was held at Secunderabad Military Station to enhance coordination between armed forces, police, railways, and civil administrations. Officials discussed emerging security threats and disaster management strategies to strengthen inter-agency collaboration.

The Secunderabad Cantonment Board has launched a One-Time Settlement scheme offering up to 30% rebate on accumulated interest for pending property tax dues. The scheme, valid till March 31, 2026, requires full payment of principal arrears to avail benefits.

India, heavily reliant on long-term LNG contracts with Qatar, faces a temporary cargo suspension, causing up to 40% supply cuts for industries and city gas distributors

Samantha Ruth Prabhu celebrated Holi on the sets of her upcoming film Maa Inti Bangaaram and shared a fun video online. The family-centric Tollywood drama, directed by BV Nandini Reddy, is scheduled for worldwide release on May 15, 2026.

Two men who went missing in the Godavari river while bathing after Holi celebrations near Manugur were found dead the next day. They reportedly ventured into deeper waters. Police suspended night search operations and later recovered the bodies with expert swimmers.

The makers of Karthik Dandu’s upcoming mythological thriller Vrushakarma, starring Naga Chaitanya, unveiled actor Sathya’s look as Balaji on his birthday. The film, backed by BVSN Prasad and Sukumar, also features Jayaram as Professor Ranganath, Meenakshi Chowdhury opposite Chaitanya, and Sparsh Srivastava in a key role.

Hyderabad Police and H-NEW arrested two foreign nationals and seized 150 grams of MDMA worth Rs 25 lakh under Rajendra Nagar limits. The accused allegedly sourced drugs online and used dead-drop methods for distribution in Hyderabad and Bengaluru.

Sri Lankan authorities rescued 32 sailors from the Iranian naval ship Iris Dena, which was sinking off the island’s southern coast. The rescued crew members were admitted to hospital, with one in critical condition and several receiving emergency treatment.

A 40-year study in the Western Ghats has warned that lion-tailed macaques living in private forest fragments face rising extinction risks despite increasing numbers. Researchers say infrastructure growth, habitat fragmentation and human disturbance threaten the long-term survival of the species.

The Knowledge Resource Centre at IIT Hyderabad will host a two-day national symposium, Accessible and Inclusive Digital Library (AIDL) 2026, on March 6–7 at its Sangareddy campus. With India’s disability population at 2.68 crore and global estimates exceeding 15 per cent, the symposium aims to foster dialogue and collaborative solutions to empower persons with disabilities.

Senior doctors in Telangana opposed the suspension of medical staff after a stray dog allegedly mutilated a body at Jadcherla Area Hospital. TGGDA blamed TGMSIDC for infrastructure gaps and termed the government’s action scapegoating instead of addressing systemic failures.

A major fire destroyed around 50 roadside furniture shops in Bachupally on Tuesday night, causing losses of nearly Rs 1 crore. While no casualties were reported, dozens of small traders suffered heavy losses and sought government compensation to restart their businesses

Holi, the festival of colours, was celebrated across Telangana with enthusiasm as people gathered in apartments, parks, and localities to smear gulal and share sweets. Indira Park Walkers Association hosted a lively event attended by former Governor Bandaru Dattatreya and BRS MLA Ch Malla Reddy.

The US-Iran conflict, rooted in the 1980s hostage crisis and Iran-Iraq War, has evolved through naval, proxy, and air wars. Recent escalations, including US-Israeli strikes and Iranian retaliation, mark the latest phase of this long, undeclared military confrontation

KT Rama Rao distributed financial aid cheques to 16 MBBS students in Hyderabad, supported by Bandari Lakshma Reddy and the BLR Charitable Trust, helping underprivileged students continue medical education

Dalit activists in Velur village protested against R&B officials for demolishing a platform meant for a B R Ambedkar statue. Activists rebuilt the platform amid police presence, asserting their constitutional rights

Satya Kumar Yadav announced plans to run 10 medical colleges under the PPP model in Andhra Pradesh over the next two financial years, with total investment of Rs 8,480 crore, while criticizing the previous YSRCP government

Social media platform X, led by Elon Musk, has announced stricter rules for creators in its revenue‑sharing programme. Posting AI‑generated videos of armed conflict without disclosure will lead to a 90‑day suspension, with repeat violations resulting in permanent bans.

A car travelling on NH-65 near Nandikandi in Sadasivapet mandal, Sangareddy district, caught fire after smoke was noticed from the engine. The driver quickly pulled over, allowing passengers to escape unharmed.