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Forty-five individuals from across India, including a former bus conductor, a paediatrician and a tribal musician, have been selected for the Padma Shri in the unsung heroes category, recognising their lifelong contributions to society, culture, education and public service
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LV Prasad Eye Institute has inaugurated its new Lahoti Eye Centre in Kondapur. Opened by the Governor, the expanded facility offers specialised outpatient services and aims to improve access to quality eye care for city residents.
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Cyberabad and Hyderabad traffic police booked over 690 people during weekend drunk driving checks on Saturday night. Most offenders were two-wheeler riders. Several drivers recorded dangerously high alcohol levels and will be produced before the court.
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Nikhil Siddhartha’s historical action epic Swayambhu will now release worldwide on April 10. The makers postponed the film from its February release to allow more time for VFX work. The film explores lesser-known chapters of India’s history.
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BRS leader T Harish Rao accused the Congress government of manipulating Singareni tender norms to benefit select contractors, named the Chief Minister’s kin as beneficiaries and demanded cancellation of tenders and a judicial or CBI inquiry into the alleged scam
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Telangana Congress leaders are increasingly worried over the party high command’s silence amid controversies involving Cabinet Ministers, internal dissent and the Singareni tenders issue, with no visible intervention or corrective action despite mounting criticism and adverse reports
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An elusive tiger roaming Yadadri Bhuvanagiri district killed a calf in a village cattle shed. Forest officials have set up camera traps to track the animal, which is suspected to have migrated from Maharashtra through northern Telangana.
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Telangana’s delay in fixing the Class I admission age may disadvantage government school students in future competitive exams. While private schools admit children at six, government schools still follow a five-year norm, raising eligibility concerns.
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Construction of the SCB elevated corridor has gained pace at Paradise Circle, with eight pillars completed. While utility shifting and road widening are done, uncertainty remains over Begumpet Airport land clearance needed for the underpass.
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Telangana has reduced malaria cases by over 98% since 2014 through aggressive testing, treatment and prevention. A new MOHFW-ICMR report calls the State a national model for malaria control and elimination.
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China investigates top generals Zhang Youxia and Liu Zhenli for corruption and challenging party control, reinforcing Xi Jinping’s absolute leadership over the military and anti-graft campaign
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Srinagar gears up for Republic Day with three-tier security at Bakshi Stadium, extensive patrols, checkpoints, and heightened vigilance to ensure a safe, incident-free celebration
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In Kurnool, four—including a woman and a nurse—were arrested for allegedly injecting HIV into a doctor, wife of the woman’s ex-lover, following a staged road accident
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In Hyderabad’s Nampally, a fire in a four-storey furniture shop killed five, including two children and an elderly woman, likely due to asphyxiation. Rescue teams faced blocked basements. Authorities registered a case against the shop owner for safety violations
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In Minneapolis, Border Patrol fatally shot Alex Pretti, sparking protests and political backlash. Democrats demanded federal immigration officers leave Minnesota, citing excessive force. Video evidence and family accounts dispute official claims, intensifying tensions days after a previous ICE-related killing
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In Munugode, Nalgonda, liquor shop owners continue opening after 1 pm following Congress MLA Komatireddy Rajgopal Reddy’s instructions, fearing trouble from his followers. Excise officials insist shops operate from 10 am, leading to confrontations and ongoing tension
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In Narsingdi, Bangladesh, 23-year-old Hindu man Chanchal Chandra Bhowmik was reportedly burned alive while sleeping in a garage, raising concerns over minority safety ahead of national elections. Police are investigating, and CCTV footage of the suspected attackers has been seized
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Tamil Nadu CM MK Stalin paid tribute to the Language Martyrs on Language Martyrs Day, reaffirming opposition to Hindi imposition and honoring those who died during the 1964-65 anti-Hindi agitation. AIADMK and other leaders also paid respects
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BRS has barred ABN Andhra Jyothi from party meetings and announced leaders will avoid debates on the channel, following anchor Venkatakrishna’s alleged rude behavior toward MLC Takkallapalli Ravinder Rao. The party demanded an unconditional apology
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TGSRTC is running 369 special buses from Mancherial and Kumram Bheem Asifabad districts to Medaram for the Sammakka-Saralamma jatara from January 25 to February 1. Fares range from ₹440 to ₹590 depending on boarding points
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Hyderabad’s Congress government is relocating hundreds of offices from rented to state-owned buildings to avoid clearing ₹1,300 crore in long-pending rental arrears. The move risks overcrowding, disrupted services, and local economic fallout, highlighting fiscal stress and planning gaps
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In Hyderabad, rescue teams recovered four bodies from a Nampally furniture shop that caught fire on Saturday. Efforts continue to locate two more trapped persons in the cellar. Officials suspect asphyxiation amid large quantities of combustible materials
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Fans of Sunny Deol arrived at theatres on tractors to watch the release of "Border 2," a sequel to the 1997 hit. The film, starring Varun Dhawan and Diljit Dosanjh, earned ₹32.10 crore on its first day
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Tokyo’s Ueno Zoo held final public viewing of panda twins Xiao Xiao and Lei Lei before their return to China, leaving Japan without pandas for the first time in 50 years. Fans and businesses worry about emotional and economic impact
