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Congress MP Priyanka Gandhi Vadra has denied Parliamentary Affairs Minister Kiren Rijiju’s claim that she encouraged MPs to misbehave in the Speaker’s chamber. Calling the allegation a lie, she said no one was abused and she remained calm during the incident

BRS leader RS Praveen Kumar demanded immediate arrest of BJP MP Dharmapuri Arvind and TPCC working president Jagga Reddy for publicly abusing Telangana Police. He criticized the state government for undermining police morale and called for impartial protection ahead of municipal poll results

A nurse in Hyderabad’s Abid area was attacked in a chain-snatching incident on Wednesday evening. Using CCTV and technical evidence, the police swiftly arrested the suspect, Mohd Salman Pasha, with the North Zone Task Force assisting in the operation.

The Tamil Nadu BJP has accused the ruling DMK of collecting nearly Rs 2,000 crore to influence voters ahead of the 2026 Assembly elections. The party has urged the Election Commission to act and order investigations into alleged cash distribution and electoral malpractice

Congress MLA Iqbal Hussain has claimed that 80 to 90 legislators support Deputy CM D K Shivakumar for the Chief Minister’s post amid the leadership tussle in Karnataka. The party leadership is also reviewing a foreign tour by some MLAs

Parliamentary Affairs Minister Kiren Rijiju has alleged that 20 to 25 Congress MPs abused Lok Sabha Speaker Om Birla and threatened Prime Minister Narendra Modi. He said the ruling alliance showed restraint to prevent chaos in Parliament

The gramsabha of Saundala village in Maharashtra’s Ahilyanagar district has passed a resolution declaring the village caste-free. The move aims to eliminate discrimination and promote equality, inspired by social reformers and backed by strict monitoring measures

Prime Minister Narendra Modi will inaugurate Seva Teerth and Kartavya Bhawan 1 and 2 on February 13. The new complexes aim to improve administrative efficiency, coordination and sustainability by providing modern, integrated facilities for key government offices

Pakistan launched its second indigenous Earth Observation Satellite, EO-2, from China’s Yangjiang Seashore Launch Centre. Developed by SUPARCO, the satellite will improve earth observation, high-resolution imaging, disaster management, and strategic planning, expanding Pakistan’s satellite fleet for enhanced coverage and precision.

Russia launched overnight missile and drone attacks on Ukrainian cities, hitting Kyiv, Kharkiv, Dnipro, and Odesa. Zelenskyy said Russia is “hesitating” on US-brokered peace talks. The strikes injured civilians and damaged infrastructure, leaving thousands without heating.

The city of Seattle has agreed to a Rs 262 crore settlement with the family of Jaahnavi Kandula, an Indian student killed by a speeding police officer in 2023. The case sparked outrage and raised concerns over police accountability

Mehdipatnam police arrested four members of an inter-state gang involved in mobile phone snatching. They recovered 21 stolen phones and cash worth Rs 6 lakh. The gang allegedly targeted railway stations and bus terminals, handing stolen phones to absconding associates.

Crishan Kalugamage’s three-wicket haul powered Italy to dismiss Nepal for 123 runs in 19.3 overs in the ICC Men’s T20 World Cup 2026 at Wankhede. Italy struck at crucial moments, ending Nepal’s innings with contributions from Manenti, Smuts, and others.

India’s NavIC navigation system is now operational on over 10,400 trains and 40,000 fishing vessels. It provides real-time tracking, disaster alerts, potential fishing zone advisories, and supports mobile devices, while ISRO readies next-generation satellites to expand coverage and services.

Cars24 is expanding its presence in Telangana, driven by strong demand for digital and organised used car services. In H1 FY26, Hyderabad led state volumes, with petrol vehicles dominating transactions, reflecting customer preference for affordable and reliable ownership options

The makers of Ram Charan-starrer Peddi unveiled Jagapathi Babu’s look as Appalasoori on his birthday. Directed by Buchi Babu Sana, the rural action drama also stars Janhvi Kapoor and is set for a worldwide release on April 30, 2026.

Nifty IT index plunged 5.51% to a four-month low, with major IT stocks including TCS, Infosys, and Tech Mahindra falling sharply. Investor fears over AI disruption and stronger US jobs data dampened hopes for near-term rate cuts, triggering a market selloff.

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The Task Force and Banjara Hills police arrested two men for stealing mobile phones and a motorcycle across Hyderabad, Cyberabad, and Maharashtra. Police recovered 21 phones, two daggers, and a bike, valued at Rs 3 lakh. The accused have multiple property crime links.

Afzalgunj police arrested three men for allegedly stealing valuables from passengers in shared autos. The gang targeted elderly and lone commuters. The arrests followed a complaint by an 82-year-old man. The prime accused remains absconding.

Kulsumpura police arrested a 23-year-old man for his alleged involvement in a mobile phone snatching case reported last year. The accused had been evading arrest since December 2025. Three others are in jail, while one suspect remains absconding.

Traffic diversions will be in place from February 13 to 18 near Keesaragutta temple for Maha Shivaratri celebrations. Heavy vehicles will be restricted, and several routes diverted. Police expect heavy pilgrim turnout and advised motorists to follow traffic guidelines.

A Congress candidate in Aswaraopet allegedly asked voters to return money and pressure cookers distributed before polling, suspecting they had not supported him. Angered residents protested by dumping the boxes on the street, while his supporters blamed political rivals

Hyderabad police conducted a midnight cordon-and-search operation in Rein Bazaar, seizing 37 two-wheelers, knives and marijuana. Six rowdy sheeters were taken in for questioning. Police said such operations will continue to curb crime and improve public safety.