Telangana

Khammam District Collector Anudeep Durisetty has urged officials to use artificial intelligence to improve administrative efficiency. He said AI can help complete work faster, monitor programmes, and deliver government schemes to beneficiaries more effectively

Several parts of Sangareddy and the erstwhile Medak district witnessed untimely rains, hailstorms, and strong winds, damaging crops and injuring cattle. A farmer suffered losses of Rs 6 lakh, while officials began assessing the impact on agriculture and horticulture

Kakatiya University has released the schedule for TG Ed CET-2026 for B Ed admissions in Telangana. Applications will begin on February 23, and the entrance exam will be held on May 12 in two sessions across multiple centres

Farmers in Adilabad staged a sit-in demanding clarity on land acquisition for a proposed airport. They sought compensation of Rs 2 crore per acre and urged the government to inform them in advance, fearing loss of livelihood due to the project

The Telangana State Road Transport Corporation will induct 1,085 electric buses under the PM E-DRIVE initiative to modernise its fleet. The move aims to reduce emissions, cut fuel costs, and improve commuter comfort across Hyderabad and other urban corridors

A Mancherial court has deferred the bail hearing of BRS leader Balka Suman in connection with an alleged attack on Labour Minister Dr G Vivek’s convoy. Police have sought time to file a counter, while searches by police drew criticism

BRS working president K T Rama Rao has clarified that he has not authorised any organisation in his name and urged supporters to avoid such groups. He said genuine support should be expressed only through the party’s official platform

BRS Legislature Party deputy leader T Harish Rao has urged the Telangana DGP to take action against those circulating fake news clips wrongly attributed to him. He said the misinformation was aimed at provoking the police and misleading the public

Farmer organisations in Adilabad and neighbouring districts have urged the Centre to extend the cotton procurement deadline till March, citing delayed harvesting due to weather and labour shortage. They warned of losses if forced to sell to private traders

A clash broke out between MBA and economics first-year students at a hostel in Kakatiya University, Hanamkonda, over sharing leftover food. Two students suffered head injuries, and police deployed a picket to prevent further trouble

BRS women leaders in Siddipet met the Police Commissioner and Additional Collector seeking strict action against an NSUI leader accused of attempting to rape a woman. They also met the victim and assured her of full support

Farmers in Pindiprolu village of Khammam district have complained that pollution from stone quarries and heavy tippers is damaging crops, roads and health. They alleged that authorities have failed to act despite repeated complaints

The Telangana Commission for Backward Classes has sought reports from the Nagarkurnool District Collector and Endowments Department on the death of a two-month-old baby during a stampede at Kummera village following alleged caste discrimination at a village fair

The Siddipet police registered an attempted rape case against NSUI town president Sadulla Sai Pratap, following a complaint by a woman. The Congress party suspended him from primary membership and removed him from his post as the probe continues

Unseasonal thunderstorms hit Hyderabad on Monday evening, causing waterlogging and severe traffic jams. HYDRAA teams cleared blocked drains while traffic police issued alerts. Several areas recorded heavy rainfall, with Hayathnagar receiving the highest at 17.5 mm.

Flights at Rajiv Gandhi International Airport, Hyderabad, were potentially disrupted on Monday due to unseasonal rain and thunderstorms. IndiGo Airlines advised passengers to check flight status online and assured support teams are available while hoping for a return to normal schedules.

Potti Sreeramulu Telugu University will launch a full-fledged magic curriculum from the next academic year. The announcement was made during National Magicians Day at NTR Kalāmandir, celebrating P C Sorcar’s birth anniversary and empowering students through self-employment opportunities.

Two elderly patients at Sankara Eye Hospital, Hyderabad, regained clear vision after minimally invasive cataract surgery using phacoemulsification technology. Each procedure took 15–20 minutes, with a foldable intraocular lens implanted, enabling rapid recovery and return to normal life.

Kotha Dinakar, 24, from Shamshabad, declared brain dead after a road accident, had his organs donated to needy patients under Telangana’s Jeevandan programme. His kidneys and liver were allocated to patients, marking the 21st brain-dead donation in 2026.

Walk-in enquiries at the Regional Passport Office, Secunderabad, have been suspended on Thursday, February 26, 2026, due to administrative reasons. Applicants are advised not to visit the office and to use online services for passport queries.

Families in Hyderabad protested land acquisition for the Musi River Front Project, citing lack of consultation and consent. Authorities plan to acquire 19.10 acres in Rajendranagar, linking the project to Gandhi Sarovar, despite residents’ objections and tensions.

Adilabad police arrested a gang of four cyber-fraudsters, including a minor, for duping people by posing as bank officials. Over 1,500 used mobile phones and components were seized. Officials said the gang extracted sensitive data from repaired devices.

Hyderabad Police raided shops in Ranigunj and Secunderabad, seizing nearly 2,000 counterfeit SKF bearings and 2,780 packaging sheets. The fake products posed risks to machinery safety. Police are investigating the supply chain and links in the counterfeit network.

Hyderabad Cybercrime Police warned of an AI-based scam targeting citizens’ facial and voice data. Fraudsters trick people into handling smartphones, capturing biometrics for identity theft and social engineering. Citizens are urged to use caution and report suspicious activity.