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Crime Rate Drops By 6% In AP, Says Home Minister Anitha

Presenting the budget demands of the home department, Anitha said improvements in law and order and strengthened policing had contributed to the reduction in crime across the state.

21 Feb 2026 2:05 am
Cumbum Agricultural Officer Caught By ACB While Taking 20,000 Bribe

ACB officials said searches were being conducted at the officers residence and office. Mohammed joined service as an Agricultural Extension Officer in 2009 and was promoted as Mandal Agricultural Officer in 2020.

21 Feb 2026 2:00 am
Attack, Stalin War Cry To Digital Warriors

The social media volunteers were those who earned education because of the Dravidian movement, came up in life because of the DMKs policies and inherited the social justice perspective from M Karunanidhi, had the gratitude of having risen in life due to the Dravidian movement, he said.

21 Feb 2026 1:47 am
Over 68,000 Women, Missing Since 2020 In MP, Still Remains Untraced

In a written reply in the House, chief minister Mohan Yadav said that 2,74,311 women have gone missing across Madhya Pradesh from 2020 to January 28, 2026.

21 Feb 2026 1:40 am
AP Budget 202627: Rs 3,867 Crore Allocated for Revenue Reforms

Blockchain records, 22A drive to secure property rights

21 Feb 2026 1:16 am
21 Feb 2026 12:59 am
NIA Charges 2 More Accused in 2025 Vizianagaram ISIS Case

Imran Akram, who is still absconding, was involved in providing terror funding to Siraz Ur Rahiman and Syed Sameer for the procurement of explosive materials.

21 Feb 2026 12:57 am
CM Revanth: Appoint Nodal Officers to Conduct Regular Inspection of Welfare Hostels and Gurukuls

The Chief Minister highlighted the need to provide high-quality facilities and ensure a secure learning environment. District authorities have been directed to maintain close supervision over the functioning of welfare hostels and Gurukul schools.

21 Feb 2026 12:49 am
Student Jumps Down Residential College Building, Severely Injured

She was shifted to the Government General Hospital at Khammam.

21 Feb 2026 12:48 am
Works on HC Building, Other Units Progressing

Of these, 3,500 houses are slated for completion and handover by next month.

21 Feb 2026 12:43 am
Kishan Reddy Calls Cong a National Shame Over Topless Protests

The landmark summit showcased Indias technological prowess, expanded national AI capabilities, and united top global figures on one platform. Reddy said while dissent is vital to democracy, such antics damage Indias image abroad and undermine national interests. Congress continues demeaning us on the world stage.

21 Feb 2026 12:43 am
Karnataka Targets District-Level Cancer, Trauma And Super-Speciality Care

Speaking to reporters after inaugurating Namma SARAS Mela in Mangaluru, Patil said the governments long-term plan is to strengthen public healthcare so that people, especially the poor, can easily access quality secondary and tertiary treatment.

21 Feb 2026 12:40 am
Women Shift to Low-carat Gold or Silver Jewellery

According to Saritha Reddy from Vanasthalipuram, there is no compulsion to buy only gold jewellery as trendy designs are available in silver, pearls, beads, and one-gram gold format.

21 Feb 2026 12:39 am
CM Revanth Reddy Courts Global Tech Leaders, Investors at US Ambassadors Delhi Reception

Using the occasion to pitch Telanganas economic vision, Reddy highlighted the states rapid growth trajectory and its ambitions to emerge as a global technology and manufacturing powerhouse.

21 Feb 2026 12:39 am
HC Overrules Registry, Admits PIL on Illegal Constructions in Nirmal Lake FTL

Telangana High Court Quashes Criminal Cases Against OU Professor Kasim Over Protest

21 Feb 2026 12:37 am
Maharashtra Recommends CBI Probe Into Ajit Pawar Aircraft Crash

If the CBI agrees to take over the case, it may initiate an independent investigation into the circumstances surrounding the crash.

21 Feb 2026 12:36 am
Minor Accused of Rape of Girl Still Absconding

Narsingi police had remanded the two accused to judicial custody.

21 Feb 2026 12:35 am
Maharashtra Rolls Out Revenue Camps To Clear Pending Cases

A Government Resolution (GR) issued in this regard stated that the campaign will cover all revenue circles, as well as areas under municipal councils and nagar panchayats. Special eight-day camp schedules have been planned across March, April and May.

21 Feb 2026 12:33 am
PIL for Failure to Install and Maintain Traffic Lights in Karimnagar District

The panel granted three weeks' time for the respondents to obtain instructions and file their response.

21 Feb 2026 12:32 am
Electoral Roll Revision Drive Gathers Pace

A total of 195 AEROs took part.

21 Feb 2026 12:28 am
Trump Weighs Strikes as Iran Deal Nears

Trump said a day earlier that he believes 10 to 15 days is enough time for Iran to reach a deal following recent rounds of indirect negotiations

21 Feb 2026 12:28 am
DC Edit | J&Ks Ranji March Is Historic

Paras Dogra bridges regions as Auqib Nabi shines

21 Feb 2026 12:25 am
Hyderabad: RTAs Refuse Renewal for Vehicles Without QR-Verified Reflective Tapes

According to transport department officials, studies have indicated that reflective tapes improve distant visibility of vehicles from the rear and help reduce accidents. The government has been implementing road safety measures to curb accidents across the state, they added.

21 Feb 2026 12:24 am
Residents Protest Land Acquisition for Musi Project

Officials confirmed that residents have sought higher compensation and assured that their concerns will be placed before the government.

21 Feb 2026 12:23 am
Odisha CM Announces Rs 1 Lakh Incentive For Girls From Weaker Sections Pursuing Graduation

The Budget outlines a broad rural transformation agenda anchored in the governments Samrudh Odisha vision

21 Feb 2026 12:21 am
Medicover Joins Evergreen on Air Transfers

The collaboration was spearheaded by Mahesh Degloorkar, chief business officer, Medicover Hospitals, a release said.

21 Feb 2026 12:20 am
US SC Verdict: Trump Called The Majority Decision A Disgrace

While other US Presidents have used the law the 1977 International Emergency Economic Powers Act dozens of times, often to impose sanctions, Trump was the first to invoke it on import taxes. The law contains no mention of tariffs

21 Feb 2026 12:19 am
Cost Accountants Told to Lead, Not Just Control

Dr Durga Prasad noted that the world is undergoing structural transformation due to geopolitical tensions and economic crise

21 Feb 2026 12:16 am
Career Guidance Helpline Launched

The helpline functions during designated hours and maintains confidentiality.

21 Feb 2026 12:13 am
CBI Court Orders Handing Over of Ayesha Meeras Mortal Remains to Family

The court accepted the final report submitted by the CBI and issued directions to hand over the mortal remains collected by the medical team to the family.

21 Feb 2026 12:11 am
10 Officers to Inspect PM SHRI Schools

The inspections began on 16 February and will conclude on 25 February.

21 Feb 2026 12:08 am
Drive On to Resolve Basti Complaints

He also suggested constructing soak pits to divert wastewater, offering technical support from the board.

21 Feb 2026 12:05 am
Three Held in Tirumala for Room Fraud Using Fake Aadhaar Cards

Police said the accused exploited the heavy demand for accommodation in Tirumala by creating forged Aadhaar cards after morphing photographs and Aadhaar numbers on mobile phones.

21 Feb 2026 12:04 am
Subsidised Two-Wheelers for Fish Vendors

Applicants must have prior experience in fish sales and hold a valid driving licence.

21 Feb 2026 12:02 am
Shobhaa De | Why Did Mumbaikars Go Gaga Over Prez Macron?

From Marine Drive jog to robodog row and crash probe calls

20 Feb 2026 11:59 pm
TDCA Seeks BCCI Probe into HCA's Rs 70 Crore Transfer to Visaka Industries

Venkateshwar Reddy further highlighted years of alleged malpractices in HCA team selections, resulting in no Hyderabad players reaching major tournaments and consistent losses across domestic competitions, including Ranji Trophy matches.

20 Feb 2026 11:59 pm
Collector for Speedy Work on Young India School Project

Officials briefed her on the current status of the project during the site visit.

20 Feb 2026 11:59 pm
Nearly 9 Lakh Voters Removed in Kerala After SIR

State has 2.69 crore electors in final list

20 Feb 2026 11:54 pm
Buildings to Get QR Vault for Permits in Hyderabad

Apart from adding to its revenue, the QR code will enhance municipal services.

20 Feb 2026 11:50 pm
$250 Billion Infra Commitments Secured at AI Summit: Vaishnaw

Describing the summit as a grand success, the minister said more than five lakh visitors attended the event.

20 Feb 2026 11:48 pm
Narayana Educational Institutions Students Excelled in the JEE Main 2026 Session 1 Results

Other toppers included A. Vishnu Sai Teja from Karnataka who secured 99.999 percentile and Tanay Ajit Prabhu from Goa 99.825.

20 Feb 2026 11:44 pm
Bajaj Decides To Manufacture A New 350-CC Engine

Although, Bajaj didnt specify about their triumph line-up, it can be estimated that, triumph would be the only company under Bajajs wing that would be affected at a maximum rate because almost all of their motorcycles are above the 350cc segment

20 Feb 2026 11:42 pm
Chemist Killed in Reactor Blast at Yadadri-Bhongir Pharma Unit

Choutuppal revenue divisional officer Shekar Reddy inspected the unit and inquired with the management about the incident. He instructed the company to adhere to safety norms as per law.

20 Feb 2026 11:41 pm
Lord Lakshminarsimha Swamy Adorned as Matsya Avataram at Yadagirigutta

Amid Vedic chants, the deity was decorated in the form of Matsya Avataram, one of the Dasha Avatarams of Lord Sri Maha Vishnu.

20 Feb 2026 11:40 pm
Modi Bats For AI In Agri, Saving Environment, Promoting Higher Education In Regional Languages

The startup leaders presented their innovations and shared insights on emerging technologies during the meeting.

20 Feb 2026 11:40 pm
BJYM Protest Sparks Tension At Congress Office In Anantapur

The situation turned tense when protesters allegedly hurled tomatoes and eggs at the Congress office premises: Reports

20 Feb 2026 11:39 pm
Slow Tortoise Gets a Helping Hand to Escape Forest Fire

Typically, ground forest fires can be deadly for slow moving creatures such as tortoises, or ground nesting birds, and even snakes in some instances.

20 Feb 2026 11:37 pm
DC Edit | On Iran, Trump Talks Peace, but Threatens War

Board of Peace meets as US armada moves near Iran

20 Feb 2026 11:34 pm
HYDRAA To Enforce Strict Fire Safety Norms From March

The agency has granted establishments a one-month grace period to meet fire safety norms.

20 Feb 2026 11:32 pm
Police Hold Gram Sabhas To Prevent Chilli Crop Thefts In Vidapanakal

The Uravakonda and Vidapanakal police have intensified patrolling and undertaken special measures across villages in the mandal to curb crop thefts: Reports

20 Feb 2026 11:25 pm