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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 

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

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.

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.

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.

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.

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

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

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.

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

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.

Ahmedabad police arrested three persons, including a Hyderabad-based trafficker, after rescuing a 15-day-old newborn allegedly being transported for illegal sale. The arrests have exposed an organised interstate network trafficking infants from Gujarat to other States.

BRS working president KT Rama Rao and BRSLP deputy leader T Harish Rao paid tributes to Mahatma Gandhi on his death anniversary, recalling his ideals of truth, non-violence and compassion, and urging people to follow his timeless teachings.

Keshav Chopra of USA stunned seventh seed M Rifqi Fitriadi of India 6-3, 6-2 in the ITF Men’s World Tennis Tour second round in Hyderabad. Vishnu Vardhan and Mukund Sasi Kumar also advanced with straight-set wins

Mohd Siraj’s four-wicket burst reduced Chattisgarh to 58 for five before a 183-run stand revived the innings. Chattisgarh posted 283, but Hyderabad replied strongly with openers P Aman Rao and Abhirath Reddy guiding the team to 56 without loss.=

Khairatabad MLA Danam Nagender said his lawyer has responded to the Speaker’s notice seeking his appearance in connection with a disqualification petition. He claimed he is still associated with the BRS and said he does not fear elections

TGSRTC has intensified transport arrangements for devotees travelling to the Sammakka Saralamma Jatara in Medaram. Managing Director Y Nagi Reddy reviewed special services, inspected key routes and bus stations, and oversaw child safety measures including identification tags

GHMC Additional Commissioner T Vinay Krishna Reddy inspected dumping yards in Ghatkesar and reviewed solid waste management and sanitation measures. He directed officials to ensure strict cleanliness standards and also reviewed animal birth control and street dog management.

Rajendranagar Zone DCP, S Srinivas issued a stern warning to the rowdy sheeters against involvement in any unlawful activities and stressed the need to maintain discipline and social responsibility.

The protest by MANUU students demanding the restoration of students’ union elections entered its third day in Hyderabad. Students alleged warnings from the administration but continued peaceful demonstrations, insisting on immediate notification of elections and support from other schools