Hyderabad witnessed a day of significant events on February 16, 2026, including political demands for probes, a paper leak investigation, a fatal road tragedy, and market volatility, highlighting civic and administrative developments.
The Bharatiya Mazdoor Sangh has officially announced its support for BJP-backed mayoral candidate Sanjeev Kumar in Dhanbad, pledging active campaigning for his election victory.
The Mussoorie Dehradun Development Authority has issued a notice directing 116 families in Kathbangla colony to relocate to new EWS flats within three days, citing NGT orders to clear river floodplain encroachments.
Congress MP Gaurav Gogoi praised APCC chief Bhupen Kumar Borah as a strong leader and asset to the party during internal discussions in Guwahati, with Rahul Gandhi also engaging in talks.
The PWD's four-lane road development between Pumpwell and Karavali junction in Mangaluru faces potential delays due to underground utility shifting challenges, with traffic restrictions extended beyond June 15.
A 17-year-old boy preparing for his SSC exams was killed instantly by a bull during an illegal bullfight in Nanded, Maharashtra. Police are investigating the incident and plan to file an FIR against the organisers and bull owner.
Mysuru MLA TS Srivatsa has urged officials to file a police complaint against encroachers of a lake at KC Layout within 24 hours, following a recent eviction drive. He stressed strict action to prevent future cases.
Uttarakhand Congress staged a significant protest march in Dehradun, highlighting concerns over law and order, rising crime, unemployment, and inflation. The demonstration saw clashes with police and multiple detentions.
Bhupen Borah, former Assam PCC president, resigns from Congress after 32 years, citing hurt self-respect and concerns for the party's future, with BJP and Raijor Dal offering him positions.
A man vandalized the Dhubri election office, damaging computers and property, after a family member was declared a 'D' voter. Police arrested the accused, and security has been increased.
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A Congress delegation has filed a complaint with the State Election Commission against BJP-backed mayoral candidate Roshni Khalko, alleging she violated the model code of conduct by distributing biscuit packets with her image and PM Modi's flex.
The Bihar Pradesh Congress Committee initiated the 'Sangathan Srijan Abhiyan' with a training program for observers in Patna, focusing on organizational strength, social justice, and grassroots empowerment.
Jharkhand Chief Minister Hemant Soren made a brief visit to his ancestral village Nemra in Ramgarh district to participate in the traditional selection of the Santhal priest, Pahan, marking his presence as a resident.
Erode farmers led by K Bhanuchander oppose WRD's plan to demolish a 750-year-old aqueduct for a new bridge, urging heritage preservation and alternative solutions.
Kolkata witnesses a surge in Yuva Sathi applications as BJP prepares for upcoming elections. Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee calls Tarique Rahman, while southern districts demand development. A walkathon raises public awareness on civic issues.
The Rashtriya Janata Dal will observe the death anniversary of socialist icon and former Bihar CM Karpoori Thakur on Tuesday at Bapu Auditorium. Senior leaders including Tejashwi Yadav will attend.
The JD(S) announces a major party strengthening campaign in Mysuru district, led by youth wing chief Nikhil Kumaraswamy, amid tensions with MLA GT Devegowda and a focus on challenging Congress.
With assembly polls approaching, a Congress MLA in Assam has joined Raijor Dal, while others are rumored to defect, including three Hindu MLAs potentially aligning with BJP, amid strategic timing concerns.
Campaigning for Ranchi Municipal Corporation elections gains momentum as mayoral candidates from JMM, BJP, Congress and independents conduct bike rallies, padyatras and door-to-door outreach to connect with voters on civic issues.
Forest department intensifies surveillance in Belagavi's Club Road area after residents report leopard sightings, though officials confirm no evidence yet. Precautionary measures implemented for public safety.
The Trinamool Congress alleges the Election Commission's refusal to accept letters issued to beneficiaries is a BJP plot to disenfranchise legitimate voters in West Bengal, sparking a political row.
Telangana minister Tummala Nageswara Rao met Andhra Pradesh chief minister Chandrababu Naidu to discuss pending bifurcation matters, including border villages, cost-sharing for projects, and infrastructure development.
A paddy merchant in Hunasigi taluk, Yadgir district, purchased 12,921 packets of paddy worth Rs 1.93 crore from 40 farmers and absconded without payment, leaving them in financial distress.
Dakshina Kannada BJP leaders Sathish Kumpala and MLA Y Bharath Shetty call for IT Minister Priyank Kharge to apologize for labeling the district as 'communal' and hurting local sentiments.
Assam Governor Lakshman Prasad Acharya praised the state government's eviction drives, recovering 1.45 lakh bighas of land, and highlighted economic growth outpacing national averages. The assembly session began with opposition protests.
JD(U) MLA Niranjan Kumar Mehta and four others narrowly escaped serious injuries after a high-speed collision with a tractor on NH-31 in Khagaria district. Airbags deployed, limiting injuries to minor ones.
Assam Congress leader Bhupen Borah tendered resignation citing neglect, but suspended it after talks with Rahul Gandhi and party seniors. BJP's Himanta Biswa Sarma invited him, adding political drama ahead of Priyanka Gandhi's visit.
Thousands of devotees visiting the historic Bhuban Hills Shiva shrine for Maha Shivaratri expressed serious concerns over the severely dilapidated Matinagar approach road, which remains in poor condition despite the annual pilgrimage influx.
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