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The Telangana Public Service Commission has completed all pending recruitment processes and plans to issue new notifications soon. Ahead of this, candidates have been asked to verify and update their One Time Registration details, with the deadline extended to February 25

Three of the seven high-speed rail corridors announced in the Union Budget will originate or terminate in Hyderabad, cutting travel time to Bengaluru, Chennai and Pune. The projects aim to boost connectivity and support economic growth across the region

Fifty families of deceased Gulf migrant workers from the erstwhile Karimnagar district are awaiting the release of Rs.5 lakh ex gratia each. Despite completion of formalities, the Rs.2.5 crore assistance is yet to be credited, allegedly due to official lapses.

GHMC will conduct a month-long sanitation drive from February 3 to 28 across 300 wards in Hyderabad. The drive targets legacy waste, C&D debris, green waste, and residual waste, covering roadsides, lakes, parks, foot overbridges, and slum areas.

The Yadadri Bhuvanagiri police arrested two men carrying 200 grams of ganja in a Ford Fiesta. They revealed that the ganja was purchased in Bibinagar. A case has been registered against them under the NDPS Act.

On World Cancer Day, NIMS in Punjagutta is offering a free cancer screening camp for women aged 30–60, including cervical, breast, and oral cancer checks. A cancer awareness walk will also be held at the NIMS campus on February 4.

Villagers in Yadadri Bhuvanagiri and Siddipet live in fear after a tiger moved through their areas. Forest officials installed cages, cameras, and drones to track it. The big cat, possibly from Maharashtra, attacked a calf and caused widespread panic.

Malkajgiri She Teams arrested 81 people in a special anti-harassment drive between January 1-15. Police registered nine criminal cases and booked 29 petty cases, addressing complaints ranging from phone harassment to stalking and blackmail.

Hindi Mahavidyalaya and MC Gupta College of Business Management organised a two-day national seminar on Indian Knowledge Systems in Hyderabad. Experts discussed sustainability, traditional sciences, holistic health practices and the use of modern technology to preserve and expand ancient knowledge.

Shopping activity is picking up early in Hyderabad’s Old City as residents prepare for Ramzan. Many shoppers are completing their purchases in advance to devote more time to prayers during the holy month, prompting traders and vendors to stock up across major markets.

Despite rising commuter demand in Hyderabad, plans to introduce mini buses remain stalled. Nearly 100 Vajra mini buses bought by TGSRTC lie unused and deteriorating, even as ageing buses struggle to meet last-mile connectivity needs across the city.

Sri NityanandaTrayodashi was celebrated with devotion at the Hare Krishna Golden Temple, Banjara Hills. The event featured a 108 Kalasha Maha Abhishekam, spirited sankirtana, devotional dancing, and a grand Chappan Bhog with 56 varieties of prasadam

Punjab National Bank inaugurated its Manikonda branch on Saturday, the 76th under the Hyderabad Circle. The event, attended by officials and customers, underscores PNB’s focus on expanding its network, enhancing customer outreach, and offering technology-enabled banking solutions

Heritage Aviation acquired an Airbus H130 helicopter at Wings India 2026 to expand heli-pilgrimage, passenger transport, and regional connectivity, including in North East India, supporting both private operations growth and the government’s regional air transport initiatives.

Air India Express stole the spotlight at Wings India 2026 with a live Usha Uthup performance and the showcase of VT-RNT, its first line-fit Boeing 737-8, featuring a Parsi Gara-inspired livery and designed to the airline’s new brand standards.

Wings India 2026 concluded at Begumpet Airport with over 70,000 visitors, 30+ aircraft displays, and aerobatic performances. The summit featured major deals, including Air India’s Boeing order, HAL helicopter supply, and Airbus A321XLR conversions, highlighting global collaboration and indigenous innovation.

The DRI arrested seven people smuggling 27.15 kg of hydroponic ganja, valued at Rs 9.5 crore, from passengers arriving from Bangkok. The substance tested positive for cannabis, and all accused were booked under the NDPS Act, 1985.

Sneha Raju from Hyderabad has become the world’s first two-time kidney transplant recipient to complete an Antarctic expedition, including overnight camping and crossing the Antarctic Circle. Her journey highlights resilience, medical success and the possibilities of life after organ transplantation.

A satellite-based study by PJTAU has found that the cropped area in Telangana was 8–12 percent lower than the total cultivable land during the last Kharif season. The data will help improve crop insurance and delivery of government schemes.

Falaknuma police detained six persons for gambling after raiding a house in Fatimanagar. Police seized cash, playing cards and mobile phones, and registered a case against the accused under the Telangana State Gaming Act.