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Villagers in Siddipet’s Bejjanki and Koheda mandals were alarmed by tiger rumours. Forest officials confirmed the tiger was in Arepally hills, feeding on earlier kills. Teams monitored its movement, suspecting it may return to Maharashtra after a month in Telangana.

Hyderabad’s civic administration evolved from the Baldia system (1869) to the Municipal Corporation of Hyderabad and later the GHMC (2007). The 2025 reorganisation expanded the city to 300 wards, reflecting a long and complex municipal history.

More than 27,700 in-service teachers failed the TG TET January 2026 exam, with poor results in Paper II. Teachers blame the syllabus and question pattern. A Supreme Court deadline now requires most teachers to clear TET within two years.

Coursera has partnered with the IndiaAI Mission under MeitY to launch the free Yuva AI for All course. The six-module programme teaches basic AI skills, safety and ethics. Learners will receive a government certificate upon completion.

Two sisters aged 21 and 14, who left home after being scolded by their father, were traced near Vijayawada by Jeedimetla police using technical inputs and bus tracking details. They were safely reunited with their family.

Hyderabad Cybercrime Police arrested five men for running a fake online loan racket posing as Mudra officials. A 36-year-old woman lost nearly Rs 1 lakh after being promised a Rs 3 lakh loan. Police are tracing the money trail.

A clause seeking bank details under the new dealer-level vehicle registration system has triggered concern among buyers, who fear misuse of personal financial data. Though RTA officials say the information is optional, scepticism persists amid worries over potential auto-debit of traffic penalties

As Telangana votes in municipal elections, the campaign has exposed Congress’ struggle to defend its two-year record amid internal dissent and controversy, while the BRS mounts a disciplined challenge, turning civic polls into a broader test of governance and credibility

A 27-year-old private school teacher in Pocharam was arrested for allegedly grooming a Class X student, eloping, and secretly marrying her. The incident surfaced when the girl’s mother discovered the marriage. Police registered a case following the complaint.

Azim Premji University has opened applications for postgraduate programmes across Bengaluru, Bhopal, and Ranchi campuses. Courses include Development, Education, Economics, Public Health, and Climate Change. Graduates from all disciplines can apply by February 22, 2026.

A speeding private ambulance collided with a stationary truck at Auto Nagar, Vanasthalipuram, on Tuesday, injuring the driver and two patients. One patient was trapped but rescued by locals. All injured were hospitalized, and authorities are investigating the cause.

Five unidentified burglars broke into a jewellery shop in Raidurgam on Monday night and stole gold and silver ornaments worth several lakhs. The theft was caught on CCTV, and police have launched an investigation to identify the suspects.

BRS district president Tata Madhusudhan accused Revenue Minister Ponguleti Srinivas Reddy of reviewing ward-wise votes ahead of municipal polls and misusing officials. He announced plans to complain to the Election Commission and appealed to voters to back the BRS.

Hyderabad Traffic Police booked 21,713 motorists for wrong-side driving during a special enforcement drive held in the first week of February. The action aims to curb accidents and congestion, with police combining strict enforcement and public awareness measures.

The city has become a major centre for online stock market fraud, with scammers using WhatsApp groups to lure investors. Cybercrime police say victims lost over Rs 500 crore in 2025, with salaried professionals and first-time investors most affected.

Over the past decade, Hyderabad has increasingly turned to steel bridges to ease traffic congestion. Faster construction, minimal land acquisition and seismic suitability have helped the city build multiple steel bridges, with several more projects underway.

Telangana DGP B Shivadhar Reddy said all security arrangements are in place for the urban municipal elections on Wednesday. Police deployment has been strengthened, webcasting ensured at sensitive booths, and check posts set up to prevent violations.

A fire broke out in the cellar of Narayana School in Madinaguda on Tuesday, triggering panic among students and staff. Firefighters and police rushed to the spot and controlled the situation. No injuries were reported and the cause is under investigation

Allegations of money and muscle power against the ruling Congress party have surfaced during municipal elections across Telangana. Opposition parties claim voter influence, intimidation of candidates and selective police action, while Congress leaders have denied the charges amid rising political tension.

Tension prevailed in Makthal after BJP candidate Mahadevappa from the sixth ward allegedly died by suicide. While family members claimed he hanged himself, another version cited cardiac arrest. Police shifted the body for post-mortem as leaders traded allegations ahead of municipal elections.