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.

February 17, 2026

Bengaluru's Double-Decker Flyover Near Silk Board To Open Fully By February End

Bengaluru’s 5.12 km double-decker flyover by BMRCL is still partly unfinished near Central Silk Board. Key ramps, crucial for smoother traffic from HSR Layout and BTM Layout, should open by February’s end, promising relief for daily commuters battling heavy jams.

February 17, 2026

IISc Study Shows Animals Fear Hunters but React Differently to Tourists

A new IISc study finds animals clearly fear lethal humans like hunters but respond less predictably to non-lethal humans such as tourists. The research highlights how human presence reshapes wild animal behavior, impacting ecosystems and potentially guiding better wildlife management.