Telangana

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.

The RBI has warned that Telangana’s rising debt and fiscal deficit could make the State’s finances vulnerable. Reliance on market borrowings, weak sinking fund reserves, and slower revenue growth have raised concerns about long-term sustainability and repayment capacity.

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.

A breach in the Mallanna Sagar main canal near Yellareddypet flooded paddy fields shortly after water was released for Yasangi. Farmers blamed weed growth and lack of desilting, alleging neglect by the Congress government and demanding compensation

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.

Kolkata-based amateur radio enthusiast Ambarish Nag Biswas has been selected for the 2025 ARRL International Humanitarian Award. The honour recognises his contribution to community service, disaster communication and search and rescue efforts through amateur radio

The BRS has objected to the hurried schedule for upcoming municipal elections, accusing the State Election Commission of undermining democratic norms. The party cited a narrow nomination window, festival clashes and delays in voter list-related processes

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.

BRS MLC Dasoju Sravan has urged Governor Jishnu Dev Varma to intervene in the Telangana municipal poll schedule, alleging it is rushed and unfair. He said the compressed timeline could hurt democratic participation and benefit the ruling party.

Despite citing financial constraints for development and welfare schemes, the Telangana government has sanctioned over Rs 1 crore within two weeks for renovation and sanitary works at the official residences of two Ministers, triggering criticism over spending priorities.

Hyderabad Cybercrime Police arrested a Pune-based man for allegedly cheating multiple victims through illegal online gaming and cricket betting platforms. The accused reportedly duped a Secunderabad man of Rs 55 lakh and is linked to 22 cyber fraud cases nationwide.

A young woman was arrested in Vikarabad district for allegedly killing her parents after they opposed her relationship with a man she met on Instagram. Police said she administered an overdose of sedatives and are probing the case from all angles.

Dissent resurfaced in the ruling Congress after Munugode MLA Komatireddy Rajagopal Reddy alleged discrimination in fund allocation. Claiming administrative neglect, he warned of exposing the leadership if stalled development works and pending payments were not addressed.

A breach in the Mallanna Sagar main canal near Yellareddypet village flooded paddy fields in Thoguta mandal, damaging crops over 20 acres. Farmers alleged negligence by irrigation officials and demanded compensation for crop loss and sand removal.

Wings India 2026, South Asia’s largest civil aviation event, began in Hyderabad on Wednesday amid a sombre atmosphere following the Maharashtra plane crash. The four-day event brings together global aircraft makers, airlines and policymakers to showcase innovation, manufacturing and sustainability in aviation.

Two women were killed and 17 others injured when a tractor trolley overturned near Pegadapalli village in Bhupalpally district while they were travelling to the Medaram Sammakka–Saralamma jatara. The injured were shifted to Bhupalpally and Warangal hospitals.

Animal rights activists allege nearly 100 stray dogs were killed in Nagarkurnool district, taking Telangana’s toll to 1,200 since December. Police registered FIRs against panchayat-linked persons as investigations continue into illegal culling and relocation of dogs

BRS chief and former Chief Minister K Chandrashekhar Rao expressed condolences over the demise of Maharashtra Deputy Chief Minister Ajit Pawar, recalling his journey from a farmers’ leader to a senior political figure and conveying sympathies to the bereaved family.

Patancheru MLA Gudem Mahipal Reddy boycotted a programme on Wednesday to protest the proposed integrated sub-registrar office at Kardhanur, insisting on a separate office for Patancheru and alleging lack of consultation by district officials.