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Cyberabad Police rescued 337 children and apprehended 55 offenders during a week-long women and child safety drive. The She Teams conducted decoy operations, acted on complaints, and the Anti-Human Trafficking Unit registered 119 cases under juvenile and child labour laws.

Nobel laureate Amartya Sen has raised concerns over the Special Intensive Revision of electoral rolls in West Bengal, warning that the hurried process could exclude genuine voters and weaken democratic participation ahead of the upcoming Assembly elections

Marble cleaning and polishing works at Hyderabad’s Birla Mandir are nearing completion ahead of its golden jubilee celebrations. Temple authorities said all major works will be completed by early February, with three-day celebrations planned from February 24 to 26

A fire at a furniture shop in Nampally caused heavy traffic disruptions on Saturday. Hyderabad Traffic Police and District Collector Harichandana Dasari advised commuters to use alternate routes and visitors to postpone their trip to the Numaish exhibition.

Chief Justice of India Surya Kant urged High Courts to be proactive in addressing failures in the rule of law and stressed that delayed justice destroys trust. He called for greater use of mediation and said High Courts must remain accessible centres of constitutional remedy

Delhi Police have arrested eight people, including a priest, in a Rs 14 crore digital arrest fraud case involving an elderly NRI couple. The accused were held from three states and the racket had links to operators based in Cambodia and Nepal

Over 70 fugitives wanted by India were traced abroad in 2024-25, the highest in over a decade, according to an official report. During the same period, 203 foreign fugitives were detected in India, with the CBI playing a key role through Interpol

A 70-foot-long steel bridge weighing over 10 tonnes was stolen overnight in Chhattisgarh’s Korba city. Police have identified 15 accused and arrested five, while efforts are on to trace the remaining suspects involved in selling the structure as scrap

Tribal welfare officials have begun an inquiry into the death of a Class IX student at Rajuguda village in Mancherial district. Officials visited the girl’s house and questioned her parents, who said she had no illness and died after returning from school.

A major fire broke out at a furniture showroom in Hyderabad’s Nampally area on Saturday, triggering panic and large-scale rescue operations. Firefighters deployed multiple engines as thick smoke engulfed the locality. Authorities are yet to confirm casualties.

OpenAI plans to introduce advertising on free and low-cost versions of ChatGPT in the US, while exempting paid users. Though the company promises safeguards, experts warn ad-driven AI could blur the line between assistance and persuasion.

Congress MP Shashi Tharoor said he has some issues with his party that he will raise with the leadership internally. He defended his stand on Operation Sindoor, saying national interest comes first, and denied violating the Congress position

Sakthi Aircraft Industries Private Limited will showcase Diamond Aircraft and Omnipol aircraft at Wings India 2026 in Hyderabad. The company aims to highlight its role in regional air connectivity and pilot training as part of the Make in India initiative

Suzuki Motorcycle India will host Suzuki Matsuri, its flagship motorcycling festival, at Shameerpet in Hyderabad. Visitors can explore Suzuki’s two-wheelers, take test rides, watch stunt shows and engage with automotive influencers at the event

A predawn landslide in West Java, Indonesia, killed at least eight people and left 82 missing after torrential rains. Rescuers struggled through mud and debris while authorities evacuated nearby families and warned residents in landslide-prone areas to stay alert.

Russian drone attacks on Kyiv and Kharkiv killed one person and wounded 31 as Ukraine, Russia, and U.S. officials met in Abu Dhabi for peace talks. Zelenskyy says a deal is “nearly ready,” but territorial disputes remain unresolved.

Loyola Academy Degree & PG College celebrated its 10th Graduation Day in Secunderabad, awarding degrees to nearly 1,500 students in its largest convocation so far. Chief guests highlighted ethics, leadership and lifelong learning.

Club Artizen is showcasing an augmented reality installation inspired by Cheriyal scroll paintings at the Hyderabad Litfest. The immersive project blends traditional folk art with modern technology while highlighting ethical practices and artisan recognition.

Excise Minister Jupally Krishna Rao said the SIT probing the phone-tapping case issued notices to former Ministers K.T. Rama Rao and T. Harish Rao only as witnesses under Section 160 of the CrPC, rejecting allegations of political vendetta.

Hitachi Energy India has received a Rs 26.07 crore tax demand for assessment year 2022–23 and plans to challenge it before ITAT. The company reported strong profit growth in the September 2025 quarter despite a fall in its share price

A fire broke out in a furniture godown near Nampally railway station on Saturday afternoon, causing panic as thick smoke engulfed the area. Firefighters brought the blaze under control after a two-hour operation. No casualties were reported.

Lyca Productions has announced that Lockdown, starring Anupama Parameswaran, will release in theatres on January 30. The woman-centric film, based on a true story, was postponed earlier due to rains and other issues.

With the Sammakka Saralamma jatara just days away, sluggish progress in setting up mini altars and basic amenities at Mancherial has triggered criticism from devotees, who have urged civic authorities to expedite works to avoid inconvenience during the four-day fair.

Sunny Deol’s Border 2 opened strongly at the box office, earning Rs 32.10 crore on its first day. The war drama sequel recorded massive footfalls nationwide but reportedly did not release in several Gulf countries.