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A 20-year-old woman who married her long-time friend Praveen against her family's wishes was kidnapped from their home in Keesara by her parents and relatives. The attackers used chilli powder and sticks to overpower Praveen and his family before abducting the woman.
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The 19-year-old from Noida shot a gritty six-under 65 in the second round to take his two-day tally to nine-under 133 for a one-shot lead over Sanju
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Nanda Kumar's 6 wickets help in Black's victory
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The 62nd National Chess Championship is being organised by Andhra Chess Association at the Vignan University campus in Guntur
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Rajendranagar police swiftly solved the murder of Mohammed Minhajuddin, arresting two suspects within 12 hours of the crime. The victim was allegedly lured and killed over a property dispute by his uncle Arbaz and accomplice Suleman Khan.
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Jamal (61-62), the first-round leader by one shot who has been bogey-free in the tournament so far, took his total to an impressive 17-under 123
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In a heartening display of honesty, a couple from Eppalanarsingapur village returned a bag containing 13 tolas of gold ornaments they found to the police. The ornaments, lost by Reddaboina Ramesh while travelling on his bike, were handed over to Huzurabad police.
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India recorded their first-ever international futsal victory as they overpowered Mongolia 3-0 in the last Group A clash
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BRS MLA G Jagadish Reddy has demanded immediate justice for tribal farmer Sai Siddu, who was allegedly subjected to third-degree torture by police. Visiting the victim’s village, Reddy called for suspension of the officers involved and comprehensive support for the family.
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During an inspection of the Singur reservoir, GRMB Chairman B P Pandya directed irrigation officials to strictly implement NDSA guidelines to ensure dam safety. The team reviewed infrastructure including crest gates and the GENCO power plant, and discussed water storage and release patterns.
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The agreement is more symbolic than operational—offering Riyadh with reassurance and throwing Islamabad a lifeline
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BRS working president KT Rama Rao accused the Congress of undermining Telangana’s cultural identity by removing Bathukamma from the Telangana Thalli statue. Speaking at Bathukamma celebrations in Hyderabad, he pledged to continue the party’s fight until K Chandrashekhar Rao is reinstated as Chief Minister.
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Rushed implementation, lack of transparency, and questionable economics are creating avoidable confusion on ethanol-blended fuel policy
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Justice N.V. Shravan Kumar of the Telangana High Court has suspended the State government’s memo allowing increased ticket prices for Pawan Kalyan’s film OG, including Rs. 800 for premiere shows. The Court also directed police to ensure that minors are barred from viewing the ‘A’ certified film.
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The Telangana High Court has suspended a single judge’s order that had set aside Group-1 Mains results and directed revaluation. The Division Bench allowed the Telangana Public Service Commission to proceed with recruitments, subject to the final outcome of writ appeals.
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The CBSE has announced that Class 10 and 12 board exams will commence from February 17, 2026. For the first time, Class 10 exams will be held in two phases, with the second optional session in May for students aiming to improve their scores. The best score will be retained if a student appears in both. Class 12 exams will conclude by April 9.
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Following deadly clashes during a statehood protest led by the Leh Apex Body, Ladakh Lt Governor Kavinder Gupta announced a district-wide curfew in Leh to prevent further violence. Four people were killed and over 45 injured, including 22 police personnel, as protesters clashed with security forces and torched vehicles.
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Environmental activist Paladugu Gnaneshwar and villagers of Dommadugu staged a protest at Nalla Cheruvu against the release of toxic effluents by pharmaceutical companies. Gnaneshwar, previously on hunger strike, was detained twice by police. The villagers demanded immediate government action to stop the pollution.
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Kothagudem police arrested two youths for murdering retired SCCL employee Gubbala Rammohan Rao (58). The accused attacked him at his house with a hammer over an alleged illicit relationship with a woman in Ramavaram area
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Four employees of Arene Life Sciences in Siddapur, Sadasivapet, sustained serious burns after inflammable chemicals spilled on them at work. They are being treated in Sangareddy, and the CITU union demands better care and justice for the injured
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Battini Sagar (35), a cable TV worker from Sujathanagar, died after falling from the second floor of a building at Gollagudem railway quarters in Kothagudem. Police have registered a case, and investigation into the accident is ongoing
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Fans of actor Pawan Kalyan staged a protest at Asian Theatre in Bhadrachalam, alleging denial of tickets for the OG movie premiere. The protest escalated with fans locking the ticket counter and manager’s office, displaying banners to express their anger over the cancellation.
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HCA Healthcare inaugurated its first Global Capability Centre outside the US at Raidurg, Hyderabad. Spread over 4 lakh square feet with an investment of Rs 620 crore, the centre is expected to generate 3,000 jobs by 2026
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Telangana NRIs in Saudi Arabia celebrated the first Bathukamma festival in Jeddah with Tangedu flowers, Telangana’s State flower. The Indian Consulate, in collaboration with JTM, organised the event with Telugu women from Telangana and Andhra Pradesh participating enthusiastically
