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The Supreme Court has reduced compensation awarded to a woman over a faulty haircut at a luxury hotel salon from Rs 2 crore to Rs 25 lakh, saying damages in consumer cases must be backed by reliable evidence and not mere claims

Tension prevailed in Nagarkurnool’s 15th ward after BRS leaders accused Congress leaders of encouraging bogus voting. Heated arguments followed, prompting police intervention. A separate video allegedly showing money distribution in another ward also surfaced on social media

Coursera has partnered with the IndiaAI Mission under MeitY to launch the free Yuva AI for All course. The six-module programme teaches basic AI skills, safety and ethics. Learners will receive a government certificate upon completion.

Two sisters aged 21 and 14, who left home after being scolded by their father, were traced near Vijayawada by Jeedimetla police using technical inputs and bus tracking details. They were safely reunited with their family.

Polling gathered momentum across 10 municipalities and one municipal corporation in the erstwhile Adilabad district, with nearly half of the electorate casting votes by 1 pm on Wednesday, officials said, indicating steady participation in the urban civic elections

Hyderabad Cybercrime Police arrested five men for running a fake online loan racket posing as Mudra officials. A 36-year-old woman lost nearly Rs 1 lakh after being promised a Rs 3 lakh loan. Police are tracing the money trail.

Several clashes and heated arguments were reported during municipal polling in Khammam, Warangal and nearby areas on Wednesday. Workers of various political parties accused each other and the police of bias, while residents also raised questions over government promises

Congress leader T. Jagga Reddy allegedly threatened a police inspector in Sangareddy’s 34th ward, accusing authorities of favouring the opposition. Video footage shows him attempting to barge into the polling station and warning the police and home guards of consequences.

TSRTC will operate 2,243 special buses between February 14–16 for Maha Shivaratri pilgrims, connecting 43 major Shaivite shrines in Telangana. Special fares are revised up to 1.5 times, while free travel for women continues in all eligible buses.

The Task Force (West) and SR Nagar Police arrested two persons and seized 70 kgs of marijuana worth Rs 35 lakh in Hyderabad. The accused allegedly cultivated and supplied the contraband in areas including Dhoolpet and Mangalhat

Greek Prime Minister Kyriakos Mitsotakis is visiting Turkiye for high-level talks with President Recep Tayyip Erdogan. The meeting aims to improve ties despite disputes over maritime boundaries, Cyprus and regional energy cooperation. No major breakthroughs are expected.

Marking eight years of Tholiprema, actor Varun Tej revisited memories from the 2018 romantic drama, calling it a deeply special chapter of his career. He shared throwback pictures and reflected on the film’s lasting emotional impact.

A school shooting in Tumbler Ridge, British Columbia, left eight people dead, including the suspected shooter, and more than 25 injured. Two more bodies were found at a nearby home. Prime Minister Mark Carney called the tragedy devastating.

Tropical Cyclone Gezani killed at least nine people in Madagascar after hitting the eastern port city of Toamasina with powerful winds. Authorities issued red alerts for flooding and landslides. The storm later weakened to a tropical storm as it moved westward.

A Russian drone destroyed a home in Ukraine’s Kharkiv region, killing a father and his three young children and seriously injuring their pregnant mother. Officials say Russia launched 129 drones overnight, as civilian casualties continue to rise.

Labour Minister Dr G Vivek faced criticism after photographs showed him allegedly canvassing for Congress candidates at polling stations in Chennur during polling. Opposition leaders and social media users accused him of violating the Model Code of Conduct and demanded action

Nine people were killed in a mass shooting at a high school and a nearby home in Tumbler Ridge, British Columbia. Police said the suspected shooter died by suicide. Authorities are investigating the motive, while leaders expressed shock and grief.

A Sivaganga DMK councillor has asked sanitation workers to stop using whistles and switch to speakers for garbage collection, citing cleanliness awareness. The move has sparked political speculation due to the whistle being TVK’s election symbol

A vigilance court in Kollam granted statutory bail to former TDB president N Vasu in the Sabarimala gold misappropriation case after the SIT failed to file a charge sheet within the mandatory period, leading to default bail

Mild tension prevailed in Karimnagar’s 28th division after police arrested BRS candidate Kurra Thirupathi for allegedly trying to prevent a Congress candidate from influencing voters. MLA Gangula Kamalakar intervened, leading to Thirupathi’s release and allegations against the Congress party

Dasari Vijay, a Hyderabad-based LIC manager, has photographed over 700 bird species across India. From early macro shots to iconic bird-in-flight images, his journey spans decades, fueled by passion, persistence, and the support of his wife Jyotsna.

A Lancet review warns that the HbA1c test, widely used in India, may give misleading results for diabetes diagnosis. Age-related changes and anemia can inflate readings, though the test remains reliable for monitoring blood sugar trends over three months.

Eernala Raju, a 12-year-old Class VI student from Mallareddypalli, Veenavanka mandal, drowned in a well while plucking Indian jujube fruits on Tuesday evening. Police recovered the body on Wednesday and have registered a case for investigation.

Diagnosed with an intellectual disability, Telangana’s Deepthi Jeevanji turned childhood stigma into triumph. From running barefoot in school to winning international medals, she now aims for Paralympic gold and the BBC Indian Sportswoman of the Year Award 2025.