Telangana

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BRS working president KT Rama Rao has demanded clarity from the BJP-led Central government on Chief Minister A Revanth Reddy’s alleged claim of readiness to transfer Rs 1,000 crore to the Congress high command.

The Mancherial district court has postponed the bail hearing of BRS district president Balka Suman to Thursday after police requested more time to file a counter and sought permission to take him into custody.

A 30-year-old woman was allegedly hacked to death by her husband in Nomula village, Ibrahimpatnam, on Tuesday. Police said the accused was under the influence of alcohol. A case has been registered and efforts are underway to trace him.

BRS working president KT Rama Rao accused the Congress government of undermining the people’s mandate in recent municipal elections by resorting to threats, inducements, and intimidation.

BRS leader T Harish Rao has challenged Chief Minister A Revanth Reddy to a transparent Assembly debate on irrigation projects, particularly the Devadula lift scheme. He accused the Congress government of shifting deadlines without progress.

BRS leader T Harish Rao has accused the Congress government in Telangana of deliberately stalling the Health City project in Warangal to deny credit to former CM K. Chandrashekar Rao.

In a major setback to the CPI (Maoist), four top leaders, including Politburo and Central Committee members, surrendered before Telangana police. Officials said the organisation’s apex and state leadership structures have collapsed following the reintegration of the cadres.

BRSLP deputy leader T Harish Rao condemned the demolition of poor families’ houses in Vinobha Nagar, Khammam, accusing the Congress government of using excessive police force and failing to provide rehabilitation. He demanded an immediate halt and justice for the displaced

BRS working president KT Rama Rao criticized the Telangana Congress government after students of a Tribal Welfare School in Gudur protested for hygienic food. He cited 112 food poisoning cases, student hospitalizations, and called for immediate inquiry and better school management

The Indian Meteorological Department (IMD) has forecast thundershowers in Hyderabad on Tuesday, with maximum and minimum temperatures around 31°C and 21°C. Weather experts suggest this could be the last day of unseasonal activity.

The Hyderabad Police have executed one of the biggest cybercrime crackdowns in recent years under 'Operation Octopus'. Over 10 days, 32 special teams raided 16 states, arresting 104 individuals linked to online investment scams, trading frauds, and digital arrest schemes.

An eviction drive in Khammam’s Vinoba Navodaya Colony triggered high tension as officials, backed by hundreds of police and disaster relief personnel, demolished houses built by poor families on Bhoodan Board land. The police also restricted media coverage, leading to friction with journalists.

Unseasonal rains continued across Telangana, with Hyderabad and Nalgonda witnessing heavy overnight showers. Hyderabad recorded up to 42.8 mm of rainfall in Bahadurpura, while Nalgonda’s Chandampet reported the state’s highest at 70 mm.

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Paradox Museum opened in Hyderabad’s Somajiguda, offering over 50 interactive illusion-based exhibits. Inaugurated by Nidhhi Agerwal, the global edutainment brand blends art and science, bringing its immersive experience to the city

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The conclave will deliberate on the development, promotion and future roadmap of shooting sports in Telangana and across India

Ryan Group of Institutions has signed an MoU with the Sports Authority of Telangana and AIFF to establish a FIFA Talent Academy in Hyderabad. The initiative aims to provide structured football training along with quality academics for young players

The Telangana Cabinet decided to take over Hyderabad Metro, launch new employee insurance and health schemes, and approve major water projects. However, it made no announcement on Rythu Bharosa or local body elections. The Budget will be presented on March 20

Transport and BC Welfare Minister Ponnam Prabhakar has appealed to TGSRTC employees to withdraw their protests, assuring that the government is considering their demands. He highlighted steps taken to strengthen the corporation and urged staff to ensure uninterrupted public transport services

TGSRTC employees and workers will stage a ‘Chalo Secretariat’ protest in Hyderabad on February 24, demanding merger with the government, pay revision and clearance of dues. Police are preparing security and traffic arrangements ahead of the demonstration

Malkajgiri Police have launched a Helmet Bank initiative in Hyderabad to promote road safety by providing helmets to riders caught without them. The scheme encourages responsible behaviour and aims to reduce accidents and head injuries among two-wheeler users

A surrendered Maoist, Pasula Vasantha, has approached the Jagtial district administration seeking release of the reward amount promised at the time of her surrender. She said both Telangana and Chhattisgarh governments have failed to pay the amount so far