Telangana

SCCL chairman and managing director D Krishna Bhaskar urged employees to improve coal quality and reduce production costs to face growing competition in the coal market. Speaking at Republic Day celebrations, he said quality and pricing would determine the company’s future

A shepherd was seriously injured after a sloth bear attacked him on the outskirts of Danthepally village in Medak district while grazing goats. The victim was shifted to a government hospital, and forest officials assured financial assistance

The SIT investigating the phone-tapping case has summoned BRS general secretary J Santosh Kumar for questioning on Tuesday. BRS leaders questioned the timing, as the summons coincides with the party’s planned meeting with the Governor over the Singareni coal scam

Congress leader Balu Jonnala from Ramayampet municipality joined the BRS along with his followers in the presence of former Minister T Harish Rao at Siddipet. Harish Rao urged the new entrants to work towards winning the municipality.

Two teenagers were killed on the spot after their motorcycle rammed into a private school bus on the Housing Board Colony bypass road in Karimnagar. The victims were returning to their village when the accident occurred on Monday

Hyderabad celebrated the 77th Republic Day with patriotic fervour across government offices, schools, and resident associations. Key officials, including VC Sajjanar, M. Ramesh, and R. V. Karnan, led flag-hoisting ceremonies at Purani Haveli, Cyberabad, GHMC, HMDA, and other offices.

Fear gripped villages in Turkapally mandal of Yadadri Bhongir district after a tiger killed a cow in Dattayapalli. Forest officials issued advisories, installed trap cameras and warned residents to stay indoors after dark.

India has brought AI-based diagnostic software under medical device regulations, mandating government licences and clinical validation. The move subjects AI tools to safety standards similar to medical equipment and is expected to impact health-tech start-ups using AI in clinical care.

A rift between Jagtial MLA Dr Sanjay Kumar and senior Congress leader T Jeevan Reddy has left party aspirants uncertain over ticket allocation for the upcoming municipal elections, even as opposition parties watch developments closely

Five people, including two children, died in a fire at a Nampally furniture showroom on January 24. Investigative teams from R&B, TGSPDCL, and the Forensic Department are assessing structural safety and electrical causes before a final decision on the building is made.

Former Minister Harish Rao announced financial support for BC students, promising to bear NEET tuition fees for a medical aspirant and provide tablets to IIIT-Basara entrants, while highlighting educational initiatives and reviewing healthcare facilities

The BRS staged a street play at Telangana Bhavan accusing the Congress government of undermining constitutional values, using satire and symbolism to highlight alleged governance failures, political opportunism and land-related controversies under the present regime

Police arrested seven persons for allegedly stealing cotton produce from farms in Boath mandal of Adilabad district. Thirty kilograms of cotton and a jeep were seized. The accused admitted to stealing cotton at night to make quick money

ICRISAT has signed an MoU with the Government of Odisha to support climate-resilient agriculture. The agreement coincided with the launch of the Odisha Agriculture Drought Mitigation Programme during Krushi Odisha 2026 in Bhubaneswar.

A Nekkonda Sub-Inspector in Warangal district has come forward to support two orphaned sisters by constructing a house using his own funds. The girls lost their parents recently and were staying with their grandmother in difficult conditions

Telangana State Special Police 13th Battalion-Gudipet Commandant P Venkataramana has been selected for the Prime Minister Medal for 2026 in recognition of his outstanding service. He said the honour increased his responsibility and commitment to the department

Indian expatriates across Saudi Arabia celebrated the 77th Republic Day with enthusiasm and patriotic fervour. Flag hoisting ceremonies, cultural programmes and readings of the President’s address were organised at Indian missions and schools in several cities

The Congress government is planning another survey to identify families in extreme poverty, even as questions persist over the outcomes of previous exercises such as Praja Palana and the SEEPC survey, with critics citing lack of clarity on data utilisation.

Prominent businessman Dilshat Ali, along with 200 supporters, joined the BRS after quitting the Congress at Kyathanpalli in Mancherial district. He credited Balka Suman for development works in the Chennur Assembly constituency.

SETWIN, Telangana’s vocational training society, is expanding to rural areas, offering courses in fashion, computers, and solar repair. Over 15,000 youth trained recently, with discounts in slum areas. Challenges include shifting Old City centres from private to government buildings.

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Sivananda Rehabilitation Home, in partnership with Helping Hand Foundation, has launched a free 20-bed rehabilitation centre in Kukatpally for poor patients from government hospitals. The facility will provide physiotherapy and post-discharge care for stroke, trauma, and chronic disability patients.

Hyderabad Police Commissioner VC Sajjanar announced that all city police personnel will undergo medical examinations and receive individual health profiles. The move aims to ensure timely treatment and welfare while strengthening the overall safety and efficiency of the force.

Eighty laryngectomy survivors performed the National Anthem during Republic Day celebrations at a Hyderabad cancer hospital, earning a World Book of Records certification. The performance highlighted recovery through advanced voice rehabilitation and symbolised resilience after cancer surgery.