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One person has died and more than 70 people have been hospitalised in Srikakulam after allegedly consuming contaminated water. Authorities have launched investigations, shut down pipelines and supplied tanker water, while senior leaders reviewed the situation and assured action

The Enforcement Directorate has attached Reliance Group chairman Anil Ambani’s Mumbai residence ‘Abode’, valued at Rs 3,716 crore, under the PMLA in connection with an alleged bank fraud case linked to Reliance Communications

Andhra Pradesh has attracted over Rs 20,000 crore in tourism investments in the past 18 months, with more than 7,000 hotel rooms under development, the Legislative Council was informed. The projects are expected to generate employment for nearly 40,000 people

Producer Vipul Amrutlal Shah has told the Kerala High Court that pleas against The Kerala Story 2 are premature and not maintainable. He said the CBFC is the expert authority and warned that restraining the film would cause serious economic harm

A bride was shot in the stomach by her alleged lover during her wedding ceremony in Bihar’s Buxar district. The injured woman has been referred to Varanasi for treatment, while police have launched a manhunt to arrest the accused

NCP (SP) MLA Rohit Pawar has accused the Civil Aviation Ministry and the DGCA of trying to shield the operator of the aircraft involved in Ajit Pawar’s fatal crash. He has sought intervention and announced legal action against the regulator

More than 10,293 people in Meghalaya are receiving ART as of January 2026, the Assembly was informed. Health Minister Wailadmiki Shylla said HIV-related deaths over the past decade stood at 749, while the government is strengthening awareness and treatment programmes

Tolichowki police arrested Mohammed Bashumiya, 22, involved in two motorcycle thefts on February 2. Using a master key, he stole two bikes to fund bad habits. The stolen motorcycles were recovered, and the accused has been remanded.

Mindspace Business Parks REIT has pre-leased 5.3 lakh sq ft at its Mindspace Madhapur campus to Chalet Hotels for a 330-key luxury hotel. With an investment of Rs 350 crore, the project will be completed by Q4 FY28.

Jagathgirigutta police arrested P Shankar for allegedly breaking into Rakhapalli Laxmi’s house on February 23 and stealing 14 tolas of gold. The gold was recovered, and the accused has been remanded after admitting the theft.

The University of Hyderabad has invited applications for 13 PhD programmes under the January 2026 admission cycle. The extension aims to fill backlog vacancies. Candidates with valid UGC-NET or CSIR-UGC-NET scores can apply online through the university website.

LinkedIn’s Skills on the Rise 2026 report highlights AI, automation, data, cybersecurity and leadership as the fastest-growing skill areas. With 74% of Indian recruiters struggling to find talent, LinkedIn is offering select Learning courses free until March 31.

Chief of Defence Staff General Anil Chauhan called for the Indian Armed Forces to shift towards intelligent warfare and adopt All-Realm, All-Domain Operations. Speaking at a defence seminar, he stressed strategic deterrence and reforms for future-ready forces.

Doctors at Yashoda Hospitals, Somajiguda, successfully treated a 10-month-old baby diagnosed with a rare bone marrow disorder, CAMT. A life-saving stem cell transplant using the father as a half-match donor helped the infant recover and improve steadily.

A man has been booked in Hyderabad for allegedly sexually harassing a young woman who approached him for film opportunities. The woman alleged that he misbehaved with her during a fake screen test. Police have registered a case and begun an investigation.

BRS Legislature Party deputy leader T Harish Rao has accused the Congress government in Telangana of betraying farmers by delaying the release of Rythu Bharosa financial assistance.

The Congress government in Telangana is preparing to present the 2026–27 State Budget with an estimated outlay of Rs 3.2–3.25 lakh crore. Despite financial constraints, the Budget is expected to prioritise welfare schemes, education, health, irrigation, and infrastructure projects.

A tiger that entered Telangana from Maharashtra two months ago has now been spotted in Jagtial district and is believed to be heading towards Kawal Tiger Reserve. Forest officials have alerted nearby villages and advised residents to take precautions.

BRS working president KT Rama Rao accused the Congress government of shielding those responsible for the death of a two-month-old infant in Nagarkurnool. He demanded immediate arrests and murder charges against the accused, alleging caste prejudice behind the attack during Mallanna Swamy Jatara.

Punjagutta police have issued a lookout notice against YouTuber Anvesh following a complaint by actress Karate Kalyani over alleged objectionable remarks about Hindu deities. Police are seeking social media account details as part of the ongoing investigation.

With zakat collections in Hyderabad expected to touch Rs 400 crore this Ramzan, concerns over transparency and alleged misuse have emerged. Many youngsters are now directly distributing zakat to support education and small businesses instead of donating to organisations.

A 30-year-old woman from Alwal delivered a baby girl after receiving free IVF treatment at Gandhi Hospital. After multiple failed attempts at private hospitals, she successfully conceived and gave birth through the hospital’s first successful IVF programme.

The Indian government has directed oil companies to sell petrol blended with up to 20 per cent ethanol and a minimum RON of 95 from April 1, 2026. This move aims to reduce oil imports, cut emissions, and boost demand for crops like sugarcane and maize.

India’s T20I players have made significant strides in the latest ICC Men’s T20I Player Rankings. Abhishek Sharma retained his No.1 spot among batters, while Ishan Kishan broke into the top five. Globally, Sikandar Raza reclaimed the No.1 all-rounder position, and Corbin Bosch surged in the bowling rankings.