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Indian rifle shooter Akhil Sheoran believes the franchise-based Shooting League of India could transform fan engagement and competitive preparation. With a mixed-team format and February window, the league aligns with India’s growing shooting ecosystem and preparations for major international events.

Mumbai Indians will enter the 2026 Women’s Premier League season with a significantly expanded sponsorship portfolio, reflecting growing commercial interest in women’s cricket. The roster includes leading global brands such as De Beers Group and BKT Tires, underlining the franchise’s premium positioning.

Students of a private school in Mahabubnagar had a narrow escape after their school bus was hit by a truck near Yenugonda on Thursday. Though the bus was damaged, no injuries were reported. Locals renewed demands to address safety issues at the U-turn.

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The rupee weakened 3 paise to 89.90 against the US dollar in early trade on Thursday, pressured by rising crude oil prices, foreign fund outflows and a stronger dollar. Weak domestic equities also added to the currency’s losses, traders said.

Priyanka Chopra will be seen in a fierce pirate avatar in her upcoming action thriller The Bluff. Set in the late 1800s, the film follows a former pirate forced to confront her past as it resurfaces, and premieres on Prime Video on February 25.

Telangana State Planning Board Vice Chairman G. Chinna Reddy accused the Congress government of neglecting Palamuru’s irrigation interests, alleging cost escalation in the Dindi Lift Irrigation project and illegal diversion of Krishna waters by Andhra Pradesh.

A 19-year-old woman from Nagole died by suicide after allegedly jumping from a terrace following an argument with her acquaintance. She was rushed to hospital but succumbed to her injuries during treatment. Police have registered a case and launched an investigation.

President Donald Trump has ordered the US to exit the International Solar Alliance and several climate bodies, citing national interests, reversing earlier commitments and targeting organisations linked to global climate and renewable energy initiatives

A Class 7 student from a government school in Khammam has developed smart footwear that uses vibration alerts to improve blood circulation and prevent diabetic foot ulcers, earning recognition at a district-level science fair

A private dairy manager was attacked with a sword over a possible demand for clearing dues

President Donald Trump has ordered the US to withdraw from 31 UN-linked organisations, citing sovereignty and national interest concerns, and barred funding for dozens of global bodies, marking a major escalation in his administration’s push against multilateral institutions.

The United States seized two oil tankers, including a Russian-linked vessel and a stateless dark fleet ship, in the North Atlantic and Caribbean as part of stepped-up sanctions enforcement against illicit oil trafficking and shadow fleet operations.

Four students were killed and another critically injured after a speeding car lost control and crashed into a divider and tree in Chevella near Hyderabad early Thursday. Police suspect overspeeding and have launched an investigation

Chief Minister Chandrababu Naidu met Union Home Minister Amit Shah, urging the Centre to grant statutory status to Amaravati as Andhra Pradesh’s capital and seeking financial relief, ahead of the Union Budget 2026

The referee stopped the bout between Nikhat and Ladakh's Kulsooma Bano in the first round due to the domination of the Telangana boxer

In the singles group stage, Yashansh Malik, Sanyog Kapali, and Jash Modi in men’s and Selena Selvakumar, Nithya Mani and Sampada Bhiwandikar in women's won their opening matches

The Centre has sought more details from X on action taken against obscene content generated via its Grok AI, saying the platform’s response was inadequate. The IT Ministry warned that failure to comply could lead to loss of safe harbour protection

In the A-Division two-league championship semifinal, Shashank Mehrotra cracked 168 for Deccan Wanderers against Evergreen

AIMIM chief Asaduddin Owaisi alleged that a Waqf-owned mosque property in Delhi was demolished during an anti-encroachment drive, sparking violence. He criticised the Waqf Amendment Act, calling it a "black law" used to seize Muslim properties, and accused the Delhi High Court of passing an incorrect order.

Prraneeth emerged winner in a field of 151 players from across the world with seven wins and a draw

Haryana’s dominance was underlined by strong performances across disciplines, with 13 gold medals in rifle, 14 in pistol, and four in shotgun events

Tension prevailed in Dilsukhnagar after unemployed youth staged a protest demanding the immediate release of the Telangana government’s promised job calendar. Protesters accused the Congress government of failing to issue recruitment notifications, leading police to detain demonstrators and clear traffic disruptions

Four accused in the 2020 Northeast Delhi riots conspiracy case were released from jail after the Supreme Court granted them bail, subject to strict conditions. Congress activist Gulfisha Fatima and others walked free following verification of sureties.