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TPCC president B Mahesh Kumar Goud clarified that the SIT’s notice to BRS chief K Chandrashekhar Rao in the phone-tapping case was not politically motivated.

Hyderabad police arrested gym trainer Rashid Matlub Khan for illegally selling 100 bottles of Mephentermine Sulphate steroid injections worth Rs 1.20 lakh. The drugs were sold without a licence, mainly targeting youths seeking rapid muscle growth.

Prominent writer Nagasuri Venu Gopal unveiled the IIMC College Diary, which includes top mathematicians, litterateurs, and Chanakya quotes. Students and staff were encouraged to use it for recording valuable information, living by values, and sharing knowledge with others.

The protest by MANUU students demanding the restoration of students’ union elections entered its third day in Hyderabad. Students alleged warnings from the administration but continued peaceful demonstrations, insisting on immediate notification of elections and support from other schools

Hyderabad Police Commissioner VC Sajjanar has denied social media claims of a spike in chain snatching and the presence of international gangs. Citizens are warned against sharing unverified posts and advised to stay alert, dialing 100 for any suspicious activity.

IndoPacific Aviation, a JetSetGo subsidiary, won the Best NSOP – Fixed Wings award at Wings India 2026. The award recognises the company’s operational excellence, safety culture, and contribution to building a reliable and transparent private aviation ecosystem in India.

Lok Sabha Speaker Om Birla reprimanded members for holding prolonged discussions during Question Hour and warned that those disturbing proceedings would be named. He said brief conversations were allowed but stressed that constant talking affected the dignity of the House

Thirty-five teacher unions in Telangana protested, demanding service rule implementation, filling of vacant DEO and MEO posts, release of pending bills, and Pay Revision Commission implementation. They also supported the February 5 Parliament march against mandatory TET certification for in-service teachers.

Ananya Panday shared pictures from a recent temple visit, where she was seen offering prayers and performing gau seva. The actress posted devotional moments on social media, including feeding cows and visiting a Shiva temple, drawing appreciation from fans.

Mild tension prevailed in Banjara Hills after BRS party workers staged a protest and burnt an effigy of Chief Minister A Revanth Reddy near Telangana Bhavan. Police intervened, dispersed the protesters and restored traffic after a brief disruption.

Senior NCP leader Narhari Zirwal said people want Sunetra Pawar, wife of late Deputy Chief Minister Ajit Pawar, to be included in the Maharashtra ministry. He said the party leadership would take a decision on the matter

Indians continue to be the largest expatriate community in Kuwait, accounting for nearly 20 percent of the total population and over one-third of the workforce. The Indian population grew to over one million last year, according to official data.

ATR and Fly91 have signed an eight-year Global Maintenance Agreement at Wings India 2026. The deal will support Fly91’s fleet expansion, ensure long-term cost visibility, and enhance operational reliability as the regional airline grows its ATR 72-600 operations.

The AAIB has stepped up its investigation into the Baramati plane crash that claimed the life of Deputy Chief Minister Ajit Pawar and four others. Authorities are examining visibility conditions, airstrip limitations and pilot decisions

Climate activist Sonam Wangchuk denied allegations of inciting overthrow of the government during a Supreme Court hearing on Thursday. Senior advocate Kapil Sibal said Wangchuk’s detention under the NSA was based on selective videos and misleading claims, and violated his democratic rights

India recorded its lowest inflation since the CPI series began, with average headline inflation at 1.7 per cent during April–December 2025, even as GDP grew 8 per cent, reflecting strong macroeconomic fundamentals, the Economic Survey 2025–26 said.

Australian firm Skyportz has identified India as a major market for air taxis, projecting up to 250 million passenger trips annually by 2045. The company estimates India will need up to 15,000 vertipads, with Delhi emerging as a key hub for Advanced Air Mobility.

BRS has launched a signature campaign seeking the merger of Cantonment Board civil areas with GHMC. Party workers collected signatures in Rasoolpura, while leaders plan protests and parliamentary action to press for resolution of the long-pending issue.

The Congress government in Telangana is preparing a bigger Budget for 2026-27 with an outlay of up to Rs. 3.25 lakh crore, even as the current year sees spending shortfalls, revenue gaps and rising dependence on borrowings.

The Medaram Sammakka–Saralamma Jatara, Asia’s largest tribal festival, embodies centuries-old Koya traditions of resistance and worship, but state involvement raises concerns of cultural dilution, identity loss, and marginalisation of custodians

The annual three-day Gandhari Maisamma jatara will be held from Friday to Sunday at historic Gandhari Khilla in Mancherial district. Members of the Naikpod community from across the State will congregate to revere the deity and take part in cultural programmes.

Kiara Advani’s close-up “Thursday mood” video sparked mixed reactions online, with some fans speculating about lip fillers while others praised her look. The actress, who welcomed her first child in 2025, has since returned to work and received appreciation for her role in War 2.

BRS working president KT Rama Rao on Thursday criticised the Congress government over the SIT notice to former Chief Minister K Chandrashekhar Rao in the alleged phone-tapping case, calling it political revenge and an attempt to divert attention from governance failures

Thousands of devotees thronged mini altars of tribal deities Sammakka and Saralamma on the banks of the Godavari river in Mancherial and nearby areas on Thursday, offering prayers, bonam and sacrifices as part of the annual fair organised with civic support