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BCCI has announced a support framework for the Cricket Association for the Blind in India, providing international exposure, home series assistance, and access to venues. The initiative aims to strengthen opportunities, infrastructure, and professional standards for visually impaired cricketers

Hyderabad District Basketball Association will hold selection trials for boys and girls born on or after 1-1-2008 to pick the junior district team for the inter-district championship at Woxsen University. Trials start February 28 at YMCA Secunderabad

Amulya won the Hyderabad Open golf championship, receiving Rs 90,000 and a crystal trophy. Swetha Gullapalli and Abhishek Mitra were runners-up. Telangana Governor praised the event, which featured 320 golfers and aims to boost golf tourism in Telangana

BRS General Secretary RS Praveen Kumar accused the Congress and BJP of unethical politics in Amangal municipality elections. He alleged misuse of power, false cases against BRS workers, and interference by political leaders, and extended support to jailed activists

Microsoft has appointed Indian-origin executive Asha Sharma as Executive Vice President and CEO of Microsoft Gaming. She will succeed Phil Spencer and report to Satya Nadella. Sharma brings wide experience from Microsoft, Instacart, and Meta

GST notices generated by UPI data sparked protests across Karnataka, exposing how data-led enforcement —without context or support — can undermine trust in Digital India

A six-month-old baby died in Narsingi after allegedly being given expired medicine at a private hospital. The child developed complications and passed away after being shifted to another hospital. The parents have lodged a complaint, and police are investigating

The Anti Corruption Bureau has registered a disproportionate assets case against an Assistant Director of Agriculture in Nagarkurnool district. Searches at his and his relatives’ houses led to the seizure of documents, vehicles, and insurance papers. Investigation is continuing

BRS MLC Sravan Dasoju has alleged irregularities in the bunker bed tender for KGBV schools, claiming excess payments of over Rs 160 crore. He demanded cancellation of the tender and sought intervention from Union Ministers

Superintendent of Police Akhil Mahajan launched the Khaki Kids initiative in Adilabad to involve school students in promoting road safety and preventing cyber crimes. The programme aims to reduce accidents through awareness, training, and community participation

Chaitanya Bharathi Institute of Technology celebrated its Institute Day SHRUTHI–2026 at its Gandipet campus in Hyderabad. Students, faculty members, and guest speakers highlighted academic achievements, research progress, and student activities during the event

Unidentified youths allegedly used a hen to lure and steal a farmer’s prized rooster in Kothagudem district. The unusual theft took place in Julurpad mandal and has gone viral on social media, even as police action is awaited

The death of a two-month-old infant following an alleged temple altercation and caste abuse claims triggered unrest in Kummera village of Nagarkurnool district, with protests by BC groups even as police registered a suspicious death case and began an inquiry

Former MP B Vinod Kumar has urged Chief Minister A Revanth Reddy to ban Paraquat Dichloride, citing rising deaths among farmers. He said many countries have already banned the pesticide and called for urgent preventive action

BJP workers and leaders from several parties condemned a “shirtless” protest by Youth Congress activists at the India AI Impact Summit in New Delhi. The Congress faced criticism for allegedly tarnishing India’s image, while four protesters were sent to police custody

A three-day international conference at Kakatiya Government College, Hanumakonda, brought together global experts to discuss advances in biomedical research, including cancer biology, drug discovery, stem cells and artificial intelligence, emphasising interdisciplinary approaches to global health challenges.

Tenant farmers in the erstwhile Karimnagar district have alleged that they have not received financial assistance under the Rythu Bharosa scheme despite government assurances. Rising land rents and lack of support have increased their financial burden, prompting them to seek immediate relief

The BRS alleged that its Mancherial district president Balka Suman was denied basic facilities in Adilabad jail after his arrest. Former minister T Harish Rao accused prison officials of harassment, while authorities denied the claims and said norms were followed

Former Minister Koppula Eshwar accused the Congress government of failing to conduct free and fair elections in Kyathanpalli municipality. He demanded intervention by the Election Commission of India and sought action over alleged misuse of official machinery and intimidation of Opposition councillors

An intermediate first-year student sustained multiple fractures after allegedly attempting suicide by jumping from her college building in Khammam district. She survived after falling on a heap of sand and is undergoing treatment at the Government General Hospital

IIT Madras has launched a new Bachelor of Science programme in Management and Data Science to train students in business, analytics and decision-making. The course will begin in June 2026 and offer industry-linked learning and career support

The Advance India Initiative, in partnership with Kingswell and Svyasys, organised a high-level dialogue in Hyderabad bringing together HR leaders and experts to discuss workforce transformation, digital sovereignty and economic leadership, with a focus on skills, innovation and self-reliance

Forest officials have reported the movement of a tiger cub in the Allapalli forest range after pugmarks were found during patrolling. Authorities have stepped up surveillance and advised the public to avoid forest areas and remain alert

Evvah – Weavers Hub exhibition opened in Nanakramguda, Hyderabad, showcasing over 1,000 handloom sarees, including Banarasi, Kanjeevaram, Gadwal, Pochampally, and Mangalagiri weaves. Minister Tummala Nageswara Rao urged public support for handloom weavers. Exhibition runs until February 22.