Telangana

Hyderabad police conducted a midnight cordon-and-search operation in Rein Bazaar, seizing 37 two-wheelers, knives and marijuana. Six rowdy sheeters were taken in for questioning. Police said such operations will continue to curb crime and improve public safety.

A Gulf Air flight from Bahrain received a bomb threat email before landing at Hyderabad’s RGIA on Wednesday. Passengers were safely deboarded and the aircraft was inspected. No explosives were found, and officials later declared the threat a hoax.

The Central government has allocated Rs. 6,000 crore for higher education textbooks in Indian languages, including Urdu. MANUU has been appointed the nodal agency to develop 2.5 lakh textbooks under the NEP, involving 4.5 lakh teachers and experts nationwide.

The Hyderabad Water Board has appointed Directors of Operations for GHMC, Malkajgiri and Cyberabad municipal corporations. It has also divided its jurisdiction into 12 zones and appointed in-charge Chief General Managers to improve administrative efficiency and water supply management.

Dr. Vibhavari Nayak, senior anaesthesiologist at BIACH&RI, has been appointed Clinical Lead at the World Federation of Societies of Anaesthesiologists. She will develop global clinical guidelines and treatment content, ensuring access to modern anaesthesia knowledge worldwide.

A survey by Telangana senior residents found nearly 1,900 vacant teaching posts in government medical colleges. Foundational departments are worst affected. Doctors warn that delays in recruitment and shortage of senior faculty are impacting medical education and NMC compliance.

BRS working president KT Rama Rao expressed confidence in his party’s victory in the upcoming Hyderabad corporation elections, despite trifurcation of the civic body. He criticised the Congress and BJP, welcomed new leaders, and vowed strengthened organisational outreach across divisions.

Sangareddy Collector P. Pravinya dismissed Congress leader T Jagga Reddy’s allegations of fake voter enrolment in Sangareddy and Sadasivapet municipalities as baseless. She said inquiries would be conducted only if a formal complaint is received, with appropriate action taken.

BRS Legislature Party deputy leader T Harish Rao criticised the Congress government over protests in Gurukul schools and at Osmania University, alleging neglect of basic facilities and poor food quality. He demanded immediate intervention to resolve students’ grievances across Telangana.

JNTU-Hyderabad has withdrawn its notification seeking a Rs 5,000 guideship fee from private college faculty for PhD supervision following widespread criticism. The university said the recognition process has been postponed pending administrative review and refunds will be initiated.

Telugu Rythubadi will organise AgriShow-2026 at NTR Stadium, Hyderabad, from February 20 to 22, showcasing modern agricultural technologies from 500 national and international organisations to help farmers adopt innovative practices.

Women students of Osmania University staged an overnight protest demanding accommodation for visiting parents and better hostel facilities. The students alleged misbehaviour by hostel staff, poor amenities and inaction by authorities, and warned that protests would continue until issues were resolved.

Ahead of the announcement of municipal poll results, the BJP shifted its candidates from Mancherial and Luxettipet to Maharashtra, citing temple visits, amid fears of poaching. The move is aimed at securing key posts in civic bodies.

Students of a tribal welfare residential school in Narayankhed staged a protest on Thursday, alleging poor-quality food and violation of the prescribed menu. They demanded action against the hostel warden and staff, urging officials to ensure proper food standards.

Senior Congress leader T Jeevan Reddy approached the State Election Commission against Jagtial MLA Dr Sanjay Kumar, alleging money and liquor distribution and interference in municipal polls, and sought a special task force to prevent unethical practices

Sangareddy MLA Chintha Prabhakar demanded stern action against Congress leader T Jagga Reddy for alleged misconduct with police during municipal polls, warning of possible attempts to disrupt vote counting on February 13 and urging preventive measures

Despite alleged attempts by Congress leaders to disrupt polling and encourage fake voting, municipal elections in erstwhile Medak district witnessed a strong voter turnout, with Jinnaram recording the highest polling at 90.98 per cent, officials said

BRS general secretary RS Praveen Kumar criticised Telangana police for failing to act against former Congress MLA T Jagga Reddy over alleged misconduct with police personnel during polling, demanding his immediate arrest and action under relevant legal provisions

An independent candidate in Sircilla municipality allegedly deceived voters by distributing fake gold coins during polling. Voters later discovered the coins were not genuine and expressed anger, prompting election authorities to initiate an inquiry

Congress leader T Jagga Reddy blamed the State Election Commission for the Sangareddy poll incident, alleging enrolment of fake voters and accusing officials of failing to act despite repeated complaints, triggering tensions at a polling station

Susai FC defeated Reserve Bank of India 1-0 in the TFA C-Division Football League Championship at Gymkhana Ground, Hyderabad. Hriday scored the match-winner in the 79th minute. Reeds FC face CCOB Junior FC next at the same venue

Telangana sisters Surineni Tapasya and Diza, students of Oxford School, won gold medals at the National Powerlifting Championship in Delhi. Tapasya lifted 217.5 kg in the under-13 category while Diza secured three golds with a total lift of 88 kg

The BJP State president N Ramchander Rao accused the ruling Congress party of intimidating voters and candidates during the municipal elections, drawing parallels with the Emergency era.

Chief Minister A Revanth Reddy’s sudden meeting with Congress president Mallikarjun Kharge in New Delhi has unsettled several senior party leaders. CPI leader K Narayana’s claim of a threat to the Chief Minister from within the Cabinet has further deepened tensions.