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Two men from Sangareddy, Jadav Bansilal and Rathod Shankar, were convicted for transporting 850 kg of ganja in 2021. A local court sentenced them to 20 years’ imprisonment and imposed a fine of Rs 2 lakh each.

Swach Auto workers protested at Malkajgiri and LB Nagar offices, alleging GHMC collected garbage fees via property taxes, harming their income. Leaders announced a February 23 protest, while GHMC clarified that garbage fee collection is handled by private agencies.

GHMC has stepped up early-morning inspections across Khairatabad, Secunderabad, and Rajendranagar to monitor sanitation, garbage collection, drains, and road conditions. Officials directed staff to address gaps immediately, while urging citizens to support cleanliness and urban improvement initiatives.

HMWSSB will launch the ‘Basthi Bata’ programme from Friday to improve water supply and sewage management in Hyderabad’s core urban areas. Officials will visit colonies and slums on select days and be available at offices to address public concerns.

An intermediate second-year student, Rithika, sustained serious injuries after reportedly jumping from the third floor of a private college building in Rajendranagar. She was rushed to hospital, and police are investigating the reasons behind the incident.

TGSRTC will introduce luggage racks in 150 Hyderabad city buses on a trial basis to improve commuter convenience. The corporation has also announced a 30% discount on AC bus fares within ORR limits from March 1 to May 31.

Osmania University hosted the Central Zone Vice-Chancellors’ Meet 2025–26, attended by over 100 VCs and Telangana Governor Jishnu Dev Varma. The two-day conclave focused on creating AI- and quantum-enabled higher education institutions.

The Students Islamic Organisation submitted education budget recommendations to the Telangana government, urging an increase in minority allocation to ₹5,000 crore. Speakers at a round-table stressed better fund utilisation and strategic planning to improve educational outcomes.

The National One Health Mission has invited Expressions of Interest from institutions to develop disease modelling programmes for humans, livestock and wildlife. Selected organisations will receive funding and training support. The last date to apply is February 28, 2026.

BITS Pilani will offer tuition-blind admissions to the top 500 BITSAT rankers from 2026–27. Eligible students with family income up to ₹20 lakh will receive a full tuition scholarship for four years, provided they maintain a minimum 7.5 CGPA.

T-Hub has partnered with France’s Hauts-de-France region to help startups from both countries expand into new markets. The collaboration will support investment, market access, and innovation programmes, strengthening India–France startup ties and aligning with India’s Viksit Bharat 2047 vision.

Hyderabad Traffic Police has announced two-day traffic diversions from February 19 at Tilaknagar towards 6 No Junction due to a sewage pipeline leak and pothole formation. RTC buses and heavy vehicles will be rerouted through designated alternative routes.

The all-India Coordinated Research Project annual vegetable crops meeting will be held at SKLTHU’s Vegetable Research Station, Rajendranagar, from February 20–22. Farmers and scientists will discuss hybrid varieties, seed practices, pest management, and innovations for stress-resistant crops.

The Telangana Council of Higher Education organised a workshop on NIRF rankings to help government degree colleges improve performance, funding, and accreditation. Experts discussed methodology, best practices, and strategies to boost Teaching, Learning & Resources (TLR) and research scores.

Ramavath Nandi, senior kabaddi player, made a successful comeback at the 72nd Senior National Women’s Kabaddi Championship after overcoming ACL and meniscus injuries. Surgeries and rehabilitation at KIMS Sunshine Hospitals helped her return to competitive play within months.

ProteinX, an AI-powered CAD copilot developed by BV Raju Institute of Technology students, won second runner-up at the OpenAI Academy x NxtWave Buildathon during the India AI Impact Summit. The team received Rs 2 lakh and recognition for innovation using LLMs.

A 30-year-old software professional was allegedly killed by her former husband in Vanasthalipuram. Police suspect personal disputes following their divorce may have led to the attack. The accused has been taken into custody, and further investigation is underway.

The arrival time of the Secunderabad–Visakhapatnam Vande Bharat Express has been revised by five minutes. From February 20, 2026, Train No. 20707 will reach Visakhapatnam at 1.50 pm to help reduce congestion and improve platform management.

The University of Hyderabad’s Department of Theatre Arts participated in the silver jubilee Bharat Rang Mahotsav 2026. Its student production, Ek Khoon Sau Baatein 2, was staged in Hyderabad and Delhi, earning appreciation from audiences and theatre practitioners.

The extended SSC Class X exam schedule, with three- to five-day gaps between papers, has drawn objections from teachers who fear students may lose focus. The government has introduced an action plan to ensure students use the break days for revision and practice.