February 17, 2026

Family Keeps Dead Woman’s Body at Home for Four Days Praying for Her Return

A family in Andhra Pradesh kept the body of a 50-year-old woman at their apartment for four days, praying she would come back to life. Police intervened after neighbors complained of a foul smell. No foul play was found and the body was taken for final rites.

February 17, 2026

Central Bank of India Launches Mega Agriculture Credit Outreach Campaign in Hubballi

Central Bank of India’s Hubballi office launched a Mega Agriculture Credit Outreach Campaign. The event focused on boosting farm loans, explaining government schemes, and promoting sustainable farming to farmers.

February 17, 2026

Sri Bhramaramba Temple Priests Perform Purnahuthi and Dwajavarohanam on Mahasivaratri at Srisailam

On February 17, 2026, priests at Sri Bhramaramba Mallikarjuna Temple in Srisailam conducted Purnahuthi and Dwajavarohanam rituals during Mahasivaratri Brahmotsavams. The festival will end on February 18 with special poojas and deity processions on Aswa Vahanam.

February 17, 2026

Construction Begins on Vaduthala-Perandoor Bridge to Ease City Traffic

Construction on the long-delayed Vaduthala-Perandoor bridge has started after government approval of a ₹34.24 crore plan. MLA T.J. Vinod says the bridge will reduce city traffic jams.

February 17, 2026

Third Dhamma Padayatra Peace March Arrives in Hyderabad on February 18

Hundreds of Buddhist monks from India and Thailand reach Hyderabad on February 18 in a peace march spreading Buddha's message of compassion and non-violence.