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After a gap of two financial years, the Central government has approved the release of Rs.259.36 crore under the 15th Finance Commission to gram panchayats in Telangana following the completion of Gram Panchayat elections, officials said.

Candidates contesting the municipal polls in Mancherial are hiring experts and agencies from Hyderabad for campaign planning and publicity. From data-driven strategies to social media influencers and rallies, contestants are adopting new methods to attract voters and secure victory.

Hyderabad Traffic Police will soon inform employers of motorists caught driving under the influence as part of a tougher deterrent against drunk driving, aiming to curb repeat offences and improve road safety under the ‘Arrive Alive’ campaign

TGSRTC has planned a series of measures to improve first and last mile connectivity in Hyderabad by strengthening bus links with MMTS and Metro stations. The initiatives aim to ensure smoother travel and better access for daily commuters across the city.

A Raipur-bound flight from Hyderabad’s RGIA was delayed on Wednesday after a technical snag was detected before take-off, prompting the pilot to ask passengers to deboard while engineers inspected the aircraft.

Fear spread across villages in Yadadri Bhuvanagiri district after a tiger made its seventh cattle kill in Alair mandal, prompting forest officials to install cages and warn residents to remain vigilant

Texas Christian University delegates visited the University of Hyderabad to explore long-term academic collaboration, including joint PhD programs and faculty-student exchanges. Both institutions plan to identify shared research interests and map opportunities to strengthen cooperation and academic partnerships.

LinkedIn’s latest study finds 74% of Indian recruiters struggle to hire qualified candidates amid high demand and AI-generated applications. Professionals feel unprepared for job hunting, prompting recruiters to increasingly use AI to identify skills and improve hiring efficiency.

Grace Cancer Foundation has signed an MoU with the Government of Meghalaya to expand cancer awareness and affordable diagnosis. Free screening programs will start in Meghalaya and Tripura from February 2026, aiming to screen over one lakh people across the region.

Two teenage sailors from Telangana, Suragani Eswa and Kommaravelly Lahari, have emerged as strong Asian Games 2026 prospects after winning YAI selection trials, showcasing how institutional support and grit can transform lives.

Hyderabad Cybercrime Police have warned citizens not to share OTPs as fraud cases rise. Scammers use calls, WhatsApp, fake numbers, and UPI requests to steal money. Victims are urged to report suspicious activity via helpline 1930 or cybercrime.gov.in.

After a fresh tiger attack in Basantapur, the Yadadri Bhuvanagiri district administration has warned residents not to step out after 5 p.m. Officials are using trackers, cages and thermal drones to monitor the animal’s movement.

A fire broke out at the Southern Mirchi restaurant in Banjara Hills on Tuesday morning after smoke was seen from the kitchen. Firefighters responded quickly, preventing major damage. No injuries were reported, and a short circuit is suspected.

New Delhi will host the Asian Rifle/Pistol Championship 2027, awarding eight quota places for the Los Angeles 2028 Olympics. This will be the second consecutive continental championship in India, giving shooters home advantage ahead of two major events next year.

A motorcycle caught fire on the Durgam Cheruvu Cable Bridge in Hyderabad on Tuesday morning, causing panic and heavy traffic congestion. Alert bystanders helped the riders escape safely. The bike was completely gutted, and no injuries were reported

A wandering tiger killed a calf in Basantpur village of Yadadri Bhuvanagiri district on Monday night. Forest officials have launched tracking operations and plan to install camera traps and set up a cage to monitor the animal’s movement.

The Telangana High Court directed police to reconsider a plea for permission to hold a peace rally demanding a Secunderabad Municipal Corporation and to submit a report by February 5, asking officers to consult organisers and frame guidelines if needed

Hyderabad police are tracking two robbers who shot and injured a businessman in Koti while attempting to steal Rs 6 lakh. CCTV footage and mobile data show the suspects moved across the city in auto-rickshaws, misleading police about their escape route.

Police arrested a Hyderabad-based man for allegedly cheating people by offering franchises of a logistics company. The accused reportedly collected between Rs.2 lakh and Rs.19 lakh from 13 victims across Telangana, Andhra Pradesh and Chennai and used the money for personal needs.

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