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The Telangana Junior Doctors Association has urged the State government to immediately release pending stipend arrears from January to June 2025. Warning of possible action, the association said delays are causing severe financial hardship for junior doctors, house surgeons, and postgraduate trainees.

As Ramzan approaches, ghota maker Mohd Anwar’s workshop in Hyderabad’s Old City comes alive. For nearly four decades, he has supplied traditional wooden ghotas essential for haleem preparation, meeting rising seasonal demand from hotels across the city.

A midline FLN assessment has revealed that most primary school students in Telangana lack basic literacy and numeracy skills. Over 80 per cent struggle with mathematics and language competencies, raising serious concerns about teaching quality despite marginal improvements since the baseline assessment.

Despite Hyderabad’s rapid economic growth, school learning outcomes remain poor. A midline assessment shows 92 per cent of Class V students lack foundational literacy and numeracy skills, placing the city among the worst-performing districts in Telangana.

Ahead of Wings India 2026, the Indian Air Force’s Surya Kiran Aerobatic Team began rehearsal flights over Hyderabad on Tuesday. The four-day civil aviation event will feature daily flying displays, drone shows, and participation from global aviation leaders.

Chaitanyapuri Police arrested two inter-State offenders in Delhi for multiple gold chain snatchings across the LB Nagar zone of Hyderabad. The accused targeted women, fled after the crimes, and were tracked using CCTV footage and call data analysis.

To manage the rush of devotees during the Medaram Jatara, TGSRTC has deployed nearly 4,000 special buses across Telangana, including 400 from Hyderabad. Around 20 lakh pilgrims are expected to travel using RTC services during the festival.

Ahead of the Medaram Jatara, Hyderabad Police have introduced QR code-enabled wristbands for children at MGBS to prevent them from getting separated in crowds. The initiative helps authorities quickly reunite missing children with their families.

Yet another fire accident was reported in Hyderabad from Vijayanagar colony. However, there were no casualties and fire was contained immediately

BJP MP D Arvind’s meeting with R&B Minister Komatireddy Venkat Reddy triggered political speculation, which Arvind dismissed, saying the discussion was confined to pending infrastructure works, including approval for the Madhav Nagar ROB in Nizamabad

TJS founder M Kodandaram warned of rising public negativity against the Congress government, citing controversies, adverse media reports and delays in releasing the job calendar, and urged the party leadership to take immediate corrective steps to restore public confidence

BRS leaders slammed the SIT notice to former MP J Santosh Kumar in the phone-tapping case, calling it political vendetta by the Congress government aimed at diverting attention from corruption allegations, including the coal scam

Hyderabad celebrated the 77th Republic Day with patriotic fervour across government offices, schools, and resident associations. Key officials, including VC Sajjanar, M. Ramesh, and R. V. Karnan, led flag-hoisting ceremonies at Purani Haveli, Cyberabad, GHMC, HMDA, and other offices.

Five people, including two children, died in a fire at a Nampally furniture showroom on January 24. Investigative teams from R&B, TGSPDCL, and the Forensic Department are assessing structural safety and electrical causes before a final decision on the building is made.

SETWIN, Telangana’s vocational training society, is expanding to rural areas, offering courses in fashion, computers, and solar repair. Over 15,000 youth trained recently, with discounts in slum areas. Challenges include shifting Old City centres from private to government buildings.

MIO: Memories in Orbit is a hand-drawn Metroidvania with fast, responsive gameplay, tough bosses, and a rich narrative. Available on PS5, Switch, Xbox, and PC, it offers stunning visuals, haptic feedback, and exploration rewards—but high difficulty may frustrate some players.

Sivananda Rehabilitation Home, in partnership with Helping Hand Foundation, has launched a free 20-bed rehabilitation centre in Kukatpally for poor patients from government hospitals. The facility will provide physiotherapy and post-discharge care for stroke, trauma, and chronic disability patients.

Hyderabad Police Commissioner VC Sajjanar announced that all city police personnel will undergo medical examinations and receive individual health profiles. The move aims to ensure timely treatment and welfare while strengthening the overall safety and efficiency of the force.

The GHMC has upgraded its birth and death registration system following its expansion to 300 wards. A new software platform has been launched to improve transparency and efficiency, with residents advised to approach Mee Seva centres for updated services.

Eighty laryngectomy survivors performed the National Anthem during Republic Day celebrations at a Hyderabad cancer hospital, earning a World Book of Records certification. The performance highlighted recovery through advanced voice rehabilitation and symbolised resilience after cancer surgery.