Telangana

The Telangana High Court has ordered a stay on the election process for Chairman and Vice-Chairman of Ibrahimpatnam Municipal Council after allegations of kidnapping of Councillor Akula Yadagiri. The case has been postponed for further hearing on Wednesday

The Telangana Congress government has reduced engineering fees in 19 private colleges, with the highest cut at Rs 45,000 for Nallamalla Reddy Engineering College. Some colleges saw fees increased. The High Court is hearing cases as colleges seek clarity

A BRS delegation filed a complaint with the SEC, alleging Congress-led violence and irregularities in the recent municipal elections. The party sought strict action, including cases against Congress leaders, after multiple instances of assault and intimidation were reported

Girls appearing for TG EAPCET 2026 will be allotted examination centres closer to their homes to ensure safety and convenience, Convener K. Vijaya Kumar Reddy said, adding that the application website has been made smartphone-compatible this year

A man was murdered by his wife in Mancherial after allegedly forcing her into prostitution. The wife, Avanthi, stabbed him in the neck, leading to his death. She later surrendered to the police and admitted to the crime

Burgampad police arrested two youths, including a bank employee, for attempting to kill their friend Katta Yashwanth to claim over Rs 2 crore insurance. The duo attacked him, leaving him for dead, but he is now in serious condition

In Mahabubabad, a widower allegedly tried to kill a married woman, Padma, by setting her on fire. Both sustained serious burn injuries and were hospitalised. Police have registered a case based on the woman’s mother’s complaint

The Medak District Collector, Rahul Raj, was sentenced to six months of imprisonment by the Telangana High Court for contempt of court. This comes after his failure to implement court orders in a land dispute case, despite multiple court directions

In a surprising political move, Congress and BJP joined hands to secure Kagaznagar municipality posts. Shaheen Sultana became chairperson while Dr K Anitha was elected vice-chairperson after a tie, leaving local politics and social media buzzing

Postponements of chairperson elections in three Telangana municipalities marred the final phase of civic polls, triggering political controversy, tense scenes and allegations of misuse of official machinery, even as the SEC lifted the Model Code of Conduct

The 25th batch of police canines and 105 handlers passed out from IITA, Moinabad, after eight months of training. The 76 canines, including those from Telangana, Bihar CID, and CISF, will be deployed for security and operational duties across the State.

In Kukatpally’s Ramakrishna Nagar, a family kept the body of 46-year-old Shailaja at home for four days, hoping prayers would revive her. Police intervened, counselled the family, and the body was sent to Andhra Pradesh for last rites.

Hyderabad-based SCIINV Biosciences has identified a new AI-driven repurposed antibiotic now entering human clinical trials. The breakthrough, backed by Whale Tank Biocatalyst, reduces development time and offers hope in combating antimicrobial resistance amid a stagnating global antibiotic pipeline.

A mega job fair will be held on February 23 at Red Rose Function Hall, Nampally, Hyderabad. Companies from pharma, healthcare, IT, banking, and education sectors will conduct preliminary interviews. Entry is free, and SSC-qualified candidates are eligible.

Three engineering students, including Buchala Aditya and Gollapalli Nikhil, were arrested for the fourth time for drug peddling in Warangal. Police seized 36 kg of ganja from them, with a case filed at the Narcotics Police Station.

In Medak district, BRS secured nine municipalities, including Indresham, while Congress won 10. Zaheerabad went to Congress despite BRS winning more wards, aided by Independent and MIM support. Key leadership and alliances determined municipal chairperson and vice-chairperson posts.

The BRS swept the Patancheru constituency, winning all chairperson posts in five municipalities. With strong leadership from Harish Rao and support from independents, the party secured majorities in key wards and celebrated the victory as a birthday gift for K Chandrashekhar Rao.

MLRIT students won first place at the Telangana regional level of Anveshana 2026 for their project BOREBOTX – Borewell Rescue Bot and secured third place at the national finals in Bangalore, among 48 shortlisted projects from nearly 1,000 nationwide entries.

On his birthday, we revisit how K. Chandrashekhar Rao led a 13-year movement that resulted in the formation of Telangana. From hunger strikes to governance reforms, this video explores the journey that reshaped regional politics and statehood history in India.

Motorists in Secunderabad have relief as the Sikh Village-Paradise Circle road stretch is rebuilt after six months of congestion caused by elevated corridor construction. Road widening and pillar construction now allow smoother traffic, reducing travel time significantly.

The Transport Department plans to roll out the VAHAN portal in Hyderabad, starting with a pilot at Secunderabad RTA. The platform will offer 52 vehicle-related services online, reducing paperwork and simplifying registrations, transfers and record management.

The Supreme Court has dismissed pleas challenging the conviction in the 2002 death of Telugu actress Pratyusha, ruling out allegations of strangulation and rape. The case stemmed from a suicide pact between Reddy and Pratyusha, which ended fatally for the actress.

A viral Instagram reel showing youths allegedly offering marijuana as ‘prasadam’ near Dharmagiri Temple during Maha Shivaratri sparked outrage. Hyderabad Police began verifying the video, and Commissioner V C Sajjanar warned of strict legal action.

With Ramzan approaching, Hyderabad markets are witnessing heavy crowds as people buy dates, groceries and clothes. Begum Bazaar and other commercial hubs are bustling, while small eateries and traders prepare for brisk business during the fasting month.