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The Congress party has denied promising two lakh government jobs in the first year of its term in Telangana, triggering criticism. The assurance is mentioned in the party’s manifesto, while delays in recruitments and the job calendar have further drawn opposition attacks
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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
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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
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Nintendo’s Switch 2 delivers strong handheld performance, smoother gameplay and solid third-party support. However, limited battery life, inconsistent upgrades and lack of official availability in India mean buyers may want to wait, despite its strengths.
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Two minor cousins who went missing while playing in Maheshwaram on Sunday were found drowned in a nearby lake on Monday. Police and fire services conducted overnight search operations before villagers spotted the bodies the next morning.
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Hyderabad is experiencing a brief pleasant weather phase as winter recedes and summer approaches, with low-level easterlies keeping temperatures in check. Day temperatures are touching 30 degrees Celsius, while nights remain cool, according to weather officials.
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A 29-year-old man died by suicide in Uppal, allegedly due to financial losses in online trading. Police said the victim was under severe mental distress and an investigation is underway to determine the exact circumstances behind the incident.
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P Kashyap’s brilliant 196 guided Adilabad to a 60-run win over Warangal in the HCA under-16 one-day tournament. Mahbubnagar, Nizamabad and Medak also registered victories, while Nalgonda, Karimnagar and Khammam suffered defeats in the district-level competition
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Former Chief Minister and BRS chief K Chandrashekhar Rao left his Erravelli residence on Sunday to appear before the SIT in the phone-tapping case, with large crowds of party leaders and supporters lining the route in a show of solidarity.
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A tiger attacked and killed a calf at Gandamalla village on Yadadri Bhuvanagiri–Siddipet border. Forest officials confirmed pug marks, tracked movement toward Chakkalgudem forest, and warned villagers as the tiger continues roaming nearby areas
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Sharani Ponguru, Director of Narayana Educational Institutions, has received the Excellence in Student Mindset and Leadership Development award at the Femina Achievers Awards 2026 North. The honour recognises her work in shaping confident and future-ready students across India
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A 19-year-old first-year degree student from Hyderabad was killed after an autorickshaw overturned following a collision with a car in Paloncha, Telangana. Seven others were injured and shifted to a local hospital. Police have registered a case.
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Hyderabad rode centuries from Abhirath Reddy and K. Himateja to post 415 for four against Chhattisgarh, taking a commanding 132-run first-innings lead on the second day of their Ranji Trophy Elite Group D match.
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Hydraa officials continued fire safety inspections for the second day in Hyderabad, seizing six furniture shops for violating safety norms. Authorities found lack of fire equipment, permits and unsafe storage of chemicals during joint inspections with civic and power officials.
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Construction of the Moosarambagh bridge over the river Musi has slowed after hard rock strata were encountered, officials said. GHMC estimates the issue could delay the project by two years, impacting traffic relief plans for key city areas.
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The notification for TG PGECET 2026 will be released on February 23, with online registrations opening from February 27 to May 6. The entrance test for postgraduate engineering, pharmacy and architecture courses will be conducted from May 28 to 31
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The Chaitanyapuri police caught seven transgender persons for allegedly creating public nuisance at various public places. Special teams conducted surprise raids at hotspots between Dilsukhnagar and Chaitanyapuri metro station following complaints from the public
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The Hyderabad police issued a public advisory warning citizens about a sharp rise in online trading and investment frauds. Cybercrime officials said scammers lure victims through social media and messaging platforms with promises of high returns and use fake apps to cheat them.
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Tension prevailed in Neredmet after police shifted a newly installed statue of Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj, triggering protests by BJP leaders and Hindu organisations. Police said the statue was installed on government land without permission and assured action as per rules
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The Medipally police solved a series of burglary cases reported in Chengicherla and arrested three interstate burglars along with a receiver. Cash and mobile phones were recovered from the accused, who targeted locked houses during night hours.
