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Sports/Eductation

AP Government makes NEET-UG mandatory for B.Sc Nursing admissions

15-02-2026

In a significant reform aimed at standardising admissions in the healthcare education sector, the Andhra Pradesh government has decided to conduct admissions into four-year B.Sc Nursing courses through the NEET-UG examination from the 2026-27 academic year.

TG POLYCET 2026 set for May 13

08-02-2026

The Telangana State Board of Technical Education and Training is scheduled to conduct the Telangana Polytechnic Common Entrance Test (TG POLYCET) for the academic year 2026 on May 13.

COMEDK UGET,Uni-GAUGE 2026 on 09 May

05-02-2026

Hyderabad, February : The COMEDK UGET/Uni-GAUGE 2026 entrance examination will be conducted on Saturday, 09 May 2026. This unified national-level test serves as a gateway to undergraduate engineering admissions across 150+ engineering colleges in Karnataka and 30+ reputed private, self-funded and deemed universities across India. The examination is intended for candidates seeking admission to B.E./B. Tech programs offered by institutions affiliated with the Karnataka Unaided Private Engineering Colleges Association (KUPECA) and Uni-GAUGE member universities.

Mithali Raj Launches Layers Prive

19-01-2026

Hyderabad, January 18, 2026: Layers Clinics, a leading skin, hair, and aesthetic clinic brand, marked a significant milestone with the grand launch of Layers Privé, its 20th clinic, located in the prestigious Jubilee Hills neighbourhood. The launch was graced by Indian cricket legend Mithali Raj, who inaugurated the state-of-the-art centre alongside Mr. K. Sudheer Reddy, Founder & CEO of Layers Clinics, and senior members of the medical leadership team. Speaking at the launch, Mithali Raj said, What stood out to me about Layers Privé is its strong emphasis on ethics, science, and consistency.

Hyd embraces ‘Fit India Sundays’ as thousands hit streets on cycles

19-01-2026

The 57th edition of Fit India Sundays on Cycle on Sunday in Hyderabad, organised by the Union Sports Ministry in association with Sports Authority of India, unfolded into a fitness carnival, blending sport, culture and community into one unforgettable spectacle.

Kaka Venkataswamy Memorial in TG

12-01-2026

Kaka Venkataswamy Memorial Telangana Inter-District T20 League Phase ll. will be held from 29th December, 2025 to 17th January, 2026 at grounds in Hyderabad, Karimnagar, Godavarikhani, Siddipet, Warangal, Mahabubnagar, and Sangareddy.

Hanumakonda clinch East Zone title

04-01-2026

TCA Hanumakonda emerged champions of the East Zone League of the TCA Telangana Gold Cup 2025–26, defeating TCA Khammam by 21 runs in a thrilling final played at the Kakatiya University Grounds, Warangal.

Hanamkonda storm into final with five-wicket win

03-01-2026

TCA Hanamkonda booked their place in the final of the TCA Telangana Gold Cup 2025 with a thrilling five-wicket victory over TCA Bhadradri in the first East Zone semifinal at the Kakatiya University Grounds, Warangal, on Day 7.

Jyothi Yarraji, India’s new sprint queen

01-01-2026

Visakhapatnam-born Jyothi Yarraji, 26, has emerged as India’s brightest star in women’s sprint hurdles, carving a niche at the continental level with her consistent brilliance. Her 12.96-second run at the 2025 Asian Athletics Championships in Gumi, achieved under rain-affected conditions, saw her defend her 100m hurdles gold and set a new championship record, firmly establishing her as one of Asia’s most reliable hurdlers.

AI and Robots: Paving the way to sustainable abundance

20-12-2025

In a bold declaration on December 18, 2025, Elon Musk proclaimed, "The future is going to be AMAZING with AI and robots enabling sustainable ABUNDANCE for all!" This vision, shared via X (formerly Twitter), encapsulates Musk's optimistic outlook on how advanced technology could eradicate scarcity and usher in an era of universal prosperity.

TCA objects to HCA’s inter-district T20 league

19-12-2025

The Telangana Cricket Association (TCA) has reiterated its strong objections to the Hyderabad Cricket Association’s (HCA) proposed “G. Venkata Swamy Memorial Inter-District T20 League,” citing grave violations of BCCI rules, binding judicial orders, and established governance norms.

Global alliance launched to make AI accessible to all

09-12-2025

A new global coalition, the Alliance for Inclusive AI, has been launched to ensure artificial intelligence (AI) benefits billions of people, not just a few. Spearheaded by BFA Global, Caribou, and MSC, the Alliance aims to deliver responsible, practical AI solutions to 100 million people and mobilize US$100 million in blended finance by 2030.