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The Medaram Sammakka–Saralamma Jatara, Asia’s largest tribal festival, embodies centuries-old Koya traditions of resistance and worship, but state involvement raises concerns of cultural dilution, identity loss, and marginalisation of custodians

Ramayana Kalpavrksam, Hyderabad’s celebrated art and culture festival, returns with its fourth edition from January 30 to February 1. Curated by Ananda Shankar Jayant, the event will feature pravachanams, music, dance, scholarly discussions and artisan showcases inspired by the Ramayana.

Flamingo Aerospace and UAC have signed an agreement for six IL-114-300 regional aircraft. The phased partnership, announced at Wings India 2026, aims to strengthen regional connectivity and gradually enable aircraft manufacturing, MRO, and aviation infrastructure development in India.

AIMIM is preparing to contest the upcoming municipal elections in Telangana. The party has finalised candidates, plans to contest key municipal corporations and towns, and will begin campaigning soon, focusing on areas where it expects strong electoral performance.

BRS leader T Harish Rao has condemned the SIT notice to party chief and former Chief Minister K Chandrashekhar Rao in the phone tapping case. He alleged political vendetta by the Congress government ahead of the municipal elections.

The SIT has issued a notice to former Chief Minister K Chandrashekhar Rao in the phone tapping case, seeking his examination on Friday. BRS leaders termed the move politically motivated, while the investigation continues amid heightened political tensions

Man murdered in Bandameedhi pally, possibly due to an extra marital affair. Body was found on Thursday morning by villagers

HMRL’s new Nampally Multi-Level Parking, India’s most advanced facility, accommodates 250 cars across 10 floors. Equipped with the PALIS automated system, vehicles are parked and retrieved using smart cards. Parking charges start at Rs 35 per hour.

Hafsal Chandunapparambil Habeeb, a most-wanted drug trafficker supplying ecstasy, cocaine, MDMA, and OG Weed in Telangana, was arrested in Kerala by the EAGLE team. His arrest disrupts the inter-state narcotics supply chain.

HAL has completed missile and firing trials for the Tejas Mk1A aircraft and is ready to deliver five jets to the IAF this financial year. Delivery delays have slowed the fleet expansion, while Tejas Mk2 is expected in 2027.

HAL plans to raise civil aviation’s share of its revenue to 25% over the next decade. The company will focus on Dhruv-NG helicopters, Hindustan 228 aircraft, and the proposed production of Russian SJ-100 regional jets.

Due to redevelopment work at Chennai Egmore station, the Charminar Express will temporarily operate from Chennai Beach instead of Tambaram. The South Central Railway said the change will be in effect for select dates between February and April.

Yadadri police conducted an awareness programme in villages affected by tiger movement, urging residents not to harm the animal. Officials said the tiger has attacked cattle but no humans, and warned of strict action under wildlife protection laws.

Hyderabad-based agri-fintech firm Dvara E-Registry has won the Fintech for Bharat Award 2025 for using data, AI, and climate intelligence to improve access to agricultural credit for small and marginal farmers across India.

Habib’s Hair & Beauty Salon has opened its 27th outlet in Telangana at Kukatpally. The brand plans to expand further, aiming to launch more than 20 new salons across Telangana and Andhra Pradesh by March 2027.

Residents of Abdullapurmet are demanding safe pedestrian crossings on the busy National Highway, citing risks to students and locals. With schools, hostels, and colonies on both sides, residents want a foot-over-bridge to prevent accidents and fatalities.

AKSI Aerospace Group launched its ‘Skyshipper’ cargo drone at Wings India 2026 in Hyderabad. The UAV can carry up to 30 kg and is designed for commercial, medical, and industrial logistics. The company also showcased military and manufacturing capabilities.

AIMIM MLA Mohammed Mubeen has urged the Telangana government to introduce free skill development courses through SETWIN to help minority students and unemployed youth improve employability. He recalled SETWIN’s role in offering free training during the united Andhra Pradesh period.

A three-member gang involved in a house robbery at East Marredpally was arrested by Secunderabad Task Force and Lalaguda Police. Gold ornaments and mobile phones worth Rs 4.5 lakh were recovered, and the suspects had fled to Karnataka after the crime.

A kindergarten student in Khairatabad, Hyderabad, was injured after being attacked by a stray dog while crossing the road near her home. A motorist intervened, and the child was rushed to a private hospital in Banjara Hills for treatment.