February 16, 2026

State Revenue Hits 72.87% of Budget Estimate with Fiscal Deficit Rising

State government revenue receipts stand at ₹2.07 lakh crore by January, just 72.87% of the budget estimate. Fiscal deficit reached ₹69,148 crore with tax revenues and excise duties underperforming.

February 16, 2026

Lakhs of Devotees Celebrate Mahasivaratri at Kotappakonda with Smooth Management

On Mahasivaratri, nearly 2 lakh worshippers visited Kotappakonda shrine while 10 lakh witnessed grand festivities. New online ticketing and solid traffic plans ensured safe and smooth celebrations.

February 16, 2026

LJP Demands Apology from RJD for 'Bechara' Comment on Ram Vilas Paswan in Bihar Assembly

LJP (RV) MLAs demand an apology from RJD for calling late Ram Vilas Paswan 'bechara' in Bihar Assembly. Protests delay Budget session amid calls for increased caste quota.

February 16, 2026

Panjagutta Police Arrest Employee, Recover 1 Kg Stolen Gold Worth ₹1.65 Crore

Panjagutta police caught a man in just 24 hours after gold worth ₹1.65 crore was stolen from Joyalukkas showroom. One kilogram of gold biscuits was recovered from the accused.

February 16, 2026

One Woman Killed, Five Injured as Car Falls into Gorge in Chittoor Forest

A tragic car crash in Turakamitta village, Chittoor district, left one woman dead and five injured. The vehicle plunged into a gorge while returning from Mahasivaratri celebrations.

February 16, 2026

Telangana Launches First Mobile App for Urea Booking to Stop Hoarding

Telangana introduces India's first fertilizer booking app to ease supply and end long queues. Over 12 lakh farmers booked 50 lakh urea bags through it, ensuring fair and smooth distribution.

February 16, 2026

Over 50,000 Devotees Flood Srimukhalingam Temple on Maha Sivaratri Night

On Maha Sivaratri, more than 50,000 devotees thronged Srimukhalingam temple for special prayers led by chief priest Naidugari Rajasekhar. Nearby temples also saw heavy crowds as pilgrims performed holy rituals early Monday.

February 16, 2026

Wild Elephant Kills Worker in Chikkamagaluru; Locals Demand Action

A wild elephant trampled a 45-year-old worker to death in Chikkamagaluru. Locals protested, blaming authorities and demanding a permanent solution to the conflict.

February 16, 2026

NIMHANS Study Shows Intranasal Therapy Regrows Dopamine Neurons in Parkinson’s Rats

Scientists at NIMHANS found that an intranasal therapy using exosomes improved motor skills and dopamine levels in rats with Parkinson’s. The therapy, featuring natural antioxidants, may regenerate dying brain cells, offering fresh hope beyond symptom relief.

February 16, 2026

FKCCI and KASSIA Push Karnataka Govt to Upgrade Industrial Estates and Support Small Industries

FKCCI and KASSIA urged Karnataka's government to improve KIADB industrial estates by lowering land prices and reserving land for small industries. They also called for increased infrastructure funding and incentives for MSMEs in a meeting with CM Siddaramaiah.