Eluru District Reports 1,499 Abortions in 2025; Probe Ordered to Enforce PCPNDT Act

February 15, 2026

Eluru District Reports 1,499 Abortions in 2025; Probe Ordered to Enforce PCPNDT Act

Eluru district saw 1,499 abortions in 2025 with a concerning sex ratio of 934:1000. Collector K. Vetri Selvi orders strict action to enforce the PCPNDT Act and curb illegal activities.

Over 12 Students at KGBV Hospitalized After Rat Bites Due to Poor Hostel Hygiene

February 15, 2026

Over 12 Students at KGBV Hospitalized After Rat Bites Due to Poor Hostel Hygiene

At least 12 students at Kasturba Gandhi Balika Vidyalaya in NTR District were bitten by rats. Parents blame bad food and filthy conditions. Authorities vow quick action to fix problems and improve student safety.

Sudanese City Dilling Revives After Siege; Drone Attacks Still Threaten Residents

February 15, 2026

Sudanese City Dilling Revives After Siege; Drone Attacks Still Threaten Residents

Sudan's Dilling city reopens after a two-year RSF siege. Markets return but medical shortages and daily drone strikes keep fear alive.

Mahashivaratri Puja Held Amid Tight Security at Aland’s Raghava Chaitanya Shivalinga

February 15, 2026

Mahashivaratri Puja Held Amid Tight Security at Aland’s Raghava Chaitanya Shivalinga

The Mahashivaratri puja at Aland’s Raghava Chaitanya Shivalinga took place peacefully under heavy police security after Karnataka High Court allowed rituals. Nearly 1,000 officers secured the area with CCTV and drones, while prohibitory orders kept the peace.

Afzalgunj Police Arrest Worker for Stealing Three Two-Wheelers, Vehicles Recovered

February 15, 2026

Afzalgunj Police Arrest Worker for Stealing Three Two-Wheelers, Vehicles Recovered

Afzalgunj Police have caught Md. Riyaz Uddin for stealing three two-wheelers, including a motorcycle from Osmania General Hospital. All stolen vehicles were recovered. Police linked him to two earlier scooter thefts in Afzalgunj.