Telangana

An exchange of fire reportedly took place between Maoists and security forces in Karregutta hillocks on the Telangana-Chhattisgarh border. Unconfirmed reports suggest five Maoists were killed. Around 2,000 personnel are conducting a large-scale combing operation in the forest area.

Hyderabad police have warned citizens about cybercriminals exploiting search engine rankings to promote fraudulent websites. Commissioner VC Sajjanar explained that scammers use paid ads and SEO techniques to push phishing sites impersonating banks, government portals, and brands.

The BRS staged protests in Nalgonda against the Congress government’s urea distribution app, citing difficulties faced by farmers in accessing fertiliser. Former MLA Ravindra Kumar criticised the app for poor server connectivity, technical glitches, and the lack of smartphones among farmers.

A bandh called by the BRSV in Mancherial district to protest the arrest of BRS leader Balka Suman progressed peacefully, with shops and schools closed and police deployed at key points. BRS leaders accused Labour Minister Dr G Vivek of attempting to capture the Kyathanpalli municipal chairperson.

Former BRS MLA Balka Suman’s arrest in connection with the Kyathanpalli municipality election dispute has triggered political unrest in Adilabad. The State Election Commission has deferred the polls, and a bandh is being observed in protest.

Hyderabad Traffic Police has announced two-day traffic diversions from February 19 at Tilaknagar towards 6 No Junction due to a sewage pipeline leak and pothole formation. RTC buses and heavy vehicles will be rerouted through designated alternative routes.

Four passengers were seriously injured and 15 sustained minor injuries after an APSRTC bus travelling from Hyderabad to Anantapur veered off National Highway 44 and plunged into a roadside ditch in Jogulamba Gadwal district

A religious leader has criticised the Telangana government’s decision to allow Muslim employees to leave offices early during Ramzan, alleging vote-bank politics. The government said the move is meant to help fasting employees observe evening prayers

Titans clinch 82-76 win against Sanathnagar Playground in the final at the YMCA Secunderabad

The trophy, engraved with Hyderabad's iconic monuments like the Buddha statue and Charminar, was launched at the 19th Hole on Wednesday

The Telangana High Court has directed an amicus curiae to physically inspect forest plantation work carried out at Damagundam using Central funds, amid concerns over environmental compliance linked to the proposed naval command project in the reserve forest area

Shrivalli defeated Francesca Curmi of Malta 7-6 (6), 6-4 in the singles first round of KPB Trust Women’s Open ITF tournament at Bengaluru

The Telangana High Court directed the State government to place on record the status of the proposed Telangana Lift Act, observing that interim safety guidelines may be considered to prevent lift-related accidents pending enactment of a comprehensive regulatory framework

The Telangana High Court allowed the Ibrahimpatnam municipal chairman election to proceed after producing BRS councillor Akula Yadagiri before it, disposed of a habeas corpus plea alleging illegal detention, and directed police to prevent coercion and restore his belongings

BRS district president Balka Suman questioned Labour Minister G Vivek over alleged misuse of police and officials in securing the Kyathanpalli municipality chairperson post. He claimed the BRS-CPI alliance mandate was being disrespected and was later arrested

An unidentified vehicle killed a deer on the Vijayawada-Jagdalpur National Highway near Kothagudem on Wednesday night. Officials suspect a coal tipper was involved. Forest staff seized the carcass and highlighted frequent accidents caused by speeding coal vehicles

The hearing on disqualification petitions against Khairatabad MLA Danam Nagender concluded before Speaker Gaddam Prasad Kumar. A decision on Nagender and Station Ghanpur MLA Kadiyam Srihari is expected soon, ahead of the Supreme Court deadline.

The Southern States Consumer Coordination Committee has urged the Bureau of Indian Standards to set up Standards Clubs in schools and colleges across Telangana. The delegation also met TGRERA officials and sought strict action against illegal real estate constructions

Telangana’s finances remain under pressure with widening deficits, slow revenue growth and rising borrowings. The State has slipped into a revenue deficit despite projecting a surplus, while collections lag behind targets and liabilities exceed Budget Estimates.

Indian Institute of Technology Hyderabad will host MSME Tech Connect 2026 from February 19 to 21 at its Kandi campus. The three-day event will bring together MSMEs, startups, investors and researchers to promote technology adoption and innovation

Police personnel from Khammam and Warangal districts performed well at the Telangana Police Sports and Games Meet-2026. Khammam constable Pilli Raju won three medals, while Warangal athletes secured 33 medals. Senior officials praised the winners

The GHMC has launched the MyCURE App, an upgraded digital platform replacing MyGHMC, to streamline civic services. The app allows residents to lodge complaints, track grievances in real time, and aims to ensure faster resolution with greater transparency.

Tension gripped Medak town after police registered cases against 23 BRS workers following a clash with Congress leaders ahead of municipal polling. Four workers were injured, and arrests were made. BRS alleged attempts to intimidate party cadres

A 44-year-old toddy tapper died after coming in contact with a snapped live electric wire in Kandi mandal of Sangareddy district. CPI (M) leaders alleged negligence by Transco officials and demanded action and compensation for the victim’s family