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    Hyderabad-based Culinary Academy of India pays tribute to grandmasters with Chessboard made of chocolate

    The chess board’s king piece has a height of 3 feet and to ensure the chess pieces remain standing, they were reinforced with armature for stability Hyderabad: The Hyderabad-based Culinary Academy of India (CAI) paid a tribute to the achievements of Indian chess grandmasters including the recently crowned youngest World Champion Gukesh Dommaraju by unveiling a huge chess board weighing 550 kilograms, fully made up of rich dark and white chocolate, which is being billed as the largest in the World. The chocolate chess board was 16 feet X 16 feet in dimension, occupying 256 square feet of space. The chess board’s king piece has a height of 3 feet and to ensure the chess pieces remain standing, they were reinforced with armature for stability, according to a press release. “The challenge was to maintain the ideal temperature for delicate pieces, as chocolate tends to soften in warmer conditions. Over 50…
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    KTR slams Congress on farmers’ issues, calls for unity against conspiracies

    Speaking on National Farmers Day, Rama Rao criticised the Congress government for depriving complete crop loan waiver and Rythu Bharosa investment assistance, highlighting the plight of Telangana’s farmers Hyderabad: BRS working president KT Rama Rao launched a scathing attack on the Congress government for neglecting farmers and breaking promises made to the agricultural community. He said the much-touted Indiramma Rajyam (Indira Gandhi’s regime) of the Congress had left farmers in the lurch. Speaking on National Farmers Day, Rama Rao criticised the Congress government for depriving complete crop loan waiver and Rythu Bharosa investment assistance, highlighting the plight of Telangana’s farmers. “In Indiramma’s regime, farmers are facing only gallows and dungeons. Paddy farmers who are cultivating crops by obtaining private loans, are being harassed instead of being supported,” he said. He also condemned the Congress for failing to provide a bonus of Rs 500 per quintal of paddy, leaving harvested paddy unsold in markets…
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    BRS leaders pay tributes to former PM PV Narasimha Rao

    BRS working president KT Rama Rao hailed PV Narasimha Rao as a visionary who rescued India from an economic crisis and laid the groundwork for modern India with his bold reforms. Referring to him as Telangana’s pride, he emphasized that the BRS government had honored Telangana’s son by celebrating his birth centenary, renaming Necklace Road as PV Marg, and erecting a statue in his memory. The state also recommended him for the Bharat Ratna, he added. Hyderabad: BRS leaders paid tributes to former Prime Minister PV Narasimha Rao on his death anniversary, lauding his transformative contributions to India’s economics and politics. BRS working president KT Rama Rao described PV Narasimha Rao as a visionary who saved India from economic crisis and laid the foundation for modern India through his bold reforms. Calling him as Telangana’s pride, he said Telangana’s son PV Narasimha Rao was honoured by the BRS government by celebrating his birth…
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    People worried about taxes, politicians about careers as Telangana Govt prepares to merge villages, municipalities

    People are concerned that property taxes and other charges will rise without any corresponding improvements in infrastructure or amenities. Similarly, many leaders are becoming anxious about the impact this will have on their political careers. Hyderabad: The State government’s decision to merge many villages into surrounding municipalities and proposals to merge neighbouring municipalities into corporations, is triggering concerns among people and politicians as well. The people are worried that property tax and other charges would be increased without any infrastructure improvement and provision of amenities. Likewise, many leaders are getting anxious about their political careers. The State government on September 2 issued a gazette merging 51 gram panchayats within and near Outer Ring Road into different municipalities of Rangareddy, Medchal-Malkajgiri and Sangareddy districts. In addition to these, a decision on establishment of two new municipal corporations, including Mahabubnagar and Mancherial and 12 new municipalities has been taken by the government. The…
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    Congress Govt shelved Christmas, Ramzan gift schemes: Harish Rao

    Speaking to reporters in Medak after attending the centenary celebrations of Medak Cathedral on Monday, Harish Rao praised former Chief Minister K Chandrashekhar Rao for introducing the Christmas and Ramzan gift schemes, aimed at helping people of all religions celebrate their festivals in grand style. He also mentioned that Chandrashekhar Rao had declared Boxing Day a holiday for both schools and offices. Medak: Former Minister T Harish Rao said the Congress government had stopped presenting Christmas and Ramzan gifts to minorities besides denying Bathukamma sarees to women of Telangana during the festivals. Speaking to news reporters in Medak after participating in the centenary celebrations of Medak Cathedral on Monday, Harish Rao said former Chief Minister K Chandrashekhar Rao had introduced the Christmas and Ramzan gift schemes to help all religions grandly celebrate their festivals. Chandrashekhar Rao had also declared Boxing Day as a holiday for schools and offices, he said. Rao said Chief…
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    Deepa Dasmunshi refuses to meet Allu Arjun’s father-in-law and Congress leader Chandrashekhar Reddy

    Chandrashekhar Reddy, a senior leader from Nalgonda, arrived at Gandhi Bhavan to meet the AICC in-charge. However, when he attempted to meet Deepadas Munshi in her office, she declined to meet him. Unable to secure a meeting, he left Gandhi Bhavan feeling disappointed. Hyderabad: Even as the stand-off between Congress party and Tollywood film actor Allu Arjun continues over the Sandhya theatre incident, the actor’s father-in-law Kancherla Chandrashekhar Reddy had to leave Gandhi Bhavan embarrassed after AICC Telangana incharge Deepadas Munshi reportedly refused to meet him. A senior Congress leader from Nalgonda, Chandrashekhar Reddy arrived at Gandhi Bhavan on Monday to meet the AICC incharge, who was also present at the venue. However, when Chandrashekhar Reddy wanted to meet Deepadas Munshi and went to her office, she refused to meet him. Left with no choice, he had to leave Gandhi Bhavan. Later, TPCC president Mahesh Kumar Goud claimed that he was not aware of Chandrashekhar Reddy’s visit…
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    Mohan Babu’s anticipatory bail denied: Shocking setback in journalist attack case

    Mohan Babu requested anticipatory bail citing health issues related to his heart and nerves. His lawyer informed the court that he is currently in Tirupati, where he went after a recent visit to Dubai to see his grandson. In Tirupati, Mohan Babu is overseeing the operations of his educational institutions. Hyderabad: In a setback to veteran actor Manchu Mohan Babu in the case relating to an attack on a journalist, the Telangana High Court on Monday dismissed his petition for anticipatory bail. Mohan Babu had sought anticipatory bail on health grounds. His counsel had submitted to the court that he was suffering from health problems related to heart and nerves. The court also said that Mohan Babu is currently in Tirupati. After recently visiting Dubai to see his grandson, Mohan Babu went to Tirupati to look after the functioning of his educational institutions. However, the public prosecutor opposed the anticipatory bail petition. After…
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    Cyber crime up by 18 per cent in Telangana, citizens lose Rs. 1,866 cr to cyber fraudster in 2024

    The most common cyber frauds reported in 2024 included business investment/stock frauds, part time jobs, digital arrest, fake customer care and debit and credit card frauds Hyderabad: The people of Telangana State suffered losses amounting Rs. 1,866 crore due to cyber frauds in 2024. This translates to an average daily loss of nearly Rs. 5 crore. The most common cyber frauds reported in 2024 included business investment/stock frauds, part time jobs, digital arrest, fake customer care and debit and credit card frauds. The highest complaints related to cyber crime were from Cyberabad followed by Hyderabad and Rachakonda. Shikha Goel, Director, Telangana Cyber Security Bureau (TGCSB) said 1,14,174 complaints of cyber frauds were reported at National Crime Reporting Portal (NCRP 1930) facility from Telangana State during this year as compared to 91,652 complaints the previous year. “Cybercrime is up by 18 per cent compared to last year. It is because of the adept…
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    Experience Luxury and Comfort at Hotel IK London, Hyderabad Christmas Offer 10% Off on Rooms And Banquet Bookings

    Experience Luxury and Comfort at Hotel IK London, Hyderabad Situated in the heart of Hyderabad, Hotel IK London is a premier destination for travelers seeking a blend of modern luxury and traditional warmth. Whether you’re in town for business or leisure, this elegant hotel promises an unforgettable stay, offering unmatched comfort, exquisite amenities, and personalized service. Unparalleled Location Hotel IK London is strategically located, providing easy access to the city’s top attractions, business hubs, and entertainment centers. With close proximity to the Hyderabad International Convention Centre (HICC), HITEC City, and iconic landmarks like the Charminar and Hussain Sagar Lake, guests are perfectly positioned to explore the best of the city. Sophisticated Rooms and Suites Step into a world of contemporary elegance with Hotel IK London’s spacious rooms and suites. Each accommodation is thoughtfully designed to offer a sanctuary of relaxation. Equipped with state-of-the-art amenities like high-speed internet, smart TVs, comfortable…
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    Wanaparthy police crack National Highway dacoity, four held, stolen properties recovered

    The sensational NH-44 dacoity case was detected within a week by the Wanaparthy police with the arrest of four gang members while two others are absconding Wanaparthy: Four days after the sensational dacoity on on National Highway 44 near Pebbair, the Wanaparthy police managed to identity the dacoits and nabbed four members of the ‘pardi gang’ and recovered the looted gold ornaments. The dacoity was reported on December 18 on National Highway – 44 connecting Bengaluru with Hyderabad, when a group of pilgrims returning from Tirumala stopped their car on the highway near a resting point. The car occupants were asleep, when the dacoit gang struck. Initially, they took away the luggage which was tied on top of the car and carried the suitcases to nearby fields, but they did not find any valuables in the luggage. The dacoits then returned to the car to find the occupants still asleep. Using…

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      1 November
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      Marijuana worth Rs 7 crore seized at Hyderabad airport

      Acting on specific inputs, the Directorate of Revenue Intelligence (DRI) seized the drugs, around 7.09 kg of hydroponic weed, from two Indian passengers who arrived from Bangkok at the RGIA Hyderabad: Two international flyers who attempted to smuggle in drugs valued at Rs.7 crore hidden in cornflakes packets, were intercepted and arrested at the Hyderabad airport. Acting on specific inputs, the Directorate of Revenue Intelligence (DRI) seized the drugs, around 7.09 kg of hydroponic weed, from two Indian passengers who arrived from Bangkok at the Rajiv Gandhi International Airport here. The officials put the value of the drugs illicit market as Rs.7 crore. After intercepting the passengers, a systematic search of their check-in luggage revealed 13 vacuum-packed packets inside cornflakes packets and a field…

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      Hyderabad: Qadir Ali Baig Theatre Festival from November 6 to 10 at Taramati Baradari

      Classical theatre, satire, love stories, dance theatre, storytelling and even a stand-up act form are this year’s offering Hyderabad: The Qadir Ali Baig Theatre Festival will be held from November 6 to 10 at Taramati Baradari. In its 19th edition, the theatre festival offers a bouquet of performances, master classes and workshops for theatre and performing arts lovers, a press release said. Spread across a week at Taramati Baradari Cultural Complex, it is Hyderabad’s iconic theatre event of internationally-acclaimed theatre exponents from across the country and overseas and is curated by Mohammad Ali Baig as a tribute to his father, Qadir Ali Baig. Classical theatre, satire, love stories, dance theatre, storytelling and even a stand-up act form are this year’s…

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      Rains lash Hyderabad; Waterlogging at Gachibowli, Madhapur

      A sudden downpour swept through parts of Hyderabad on Friday evening, drenching several areas and causing waterlogging Hyderabad: A sudden downpour swept through parts of Hyderabad on Friday evening, drenching several areas and causing waterlogging . According to data from the Telangana State Development Planning Society, Madhapur received the heaviest rainfall, with 58.8 mm, while nearby Gachibowli experienced nearly as much at 56.8 mm, with waterlogging reported along the DLF route, slowing traffic and stranding commuters. Other affected areas included Chandanagar, where 41.5 mm of rain was recorded, and the Lingampally, which saw 38.5 mm. Further north, Kukatpally received 38.0 mm, and Miyapur reported 27.5 mm of rain. Waterlogged streets were also reported in Madhapur and at Hitex Junction. The heavy showers led to traffic slowdowns in busy areas…

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      Hyderabad: Diwali fireworks push AQI into risky zones

      The morning air in Hyderabad on Friday carried more than a whiff of Diwali’s lingering celebrations; it held a dense shroud of pollution as the city’s air quality deteriorated significantly following the grand festivities Hyderabad: The morning air in Hyderabad on Friday carried more than a whiff of Diwali’s lingering celebrations; it held a dense shroud of pollution as the city’s air quality deteriorated significantly following the grand festivities. According to data from the Central Pollution Control Board, the Air Quality Index (AQI) has seen a sharp rise. As of 8 a.m. on Friday, key areas registered AQI levels deep within the ‘moderate’ and ‘poor’ categories, with a few nearing the dangerous ‘very poor’ threshold. Bollaram recorded a troubling AQI of 162, and ECIL Kapra…

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      Hyderabad: Banjara Hills police arrest six persons in connection with adulterated momos

      The Banjara Hills police following a complaint from the family of the deceased woman, arrested Almas, Sajid Hussain, Md. Raees, Md. Sharukh, Md. Haneef and Md. Rajik. Hyderabad: Following the death of a woman and hopsitalisation of several others after eating momos from a stall at Banjara Hills Road No. 10, the police arrested six persons who were running the momos stall. The Banjara Hills police following a complaint from the family of the deceased woman, arrested Almas, Sajid Hussain, Md. Raees, Md. Sharukh, Md. Haneef and Md. Rajik, all residents of Khairatabad and natives of Kishan Gunj Dist. Bihar. On October 28, the police received a complaint that a resident of Singadi basthi, Reshma Begum along with her daughter had gone…

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      Hyderabad: Diwali celebrations lead to surge in eye injuries

      Majority of the patients are undergoing treatment at the outpatient wings while a few are scheduled to undergo surgeries. Hyderabad: Around 50 persons, including 35 children, have sought treatment for various kinds of eye related injuries sustained during Diwali celebrations, at State-run Sarojini Devi Eye Hospital in the last 24 -hours. Majority of the patients are undergoing treatment at the outpatient wings while a few are scheduled to undergo surgeries,authorities said. Out of the 50 injured, 9 persons have suffered serious injuries to their eyes while celebrating Diwali on Thursday and rest of the patients are undergoing treatment for minor injuries in the hospital’s OP wings on Friday. The outpatient wings of SD Eye Hospital and other private eye care facilities in Hyderabad are…

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      Hyderabad: Banjara Hills police arrest six persons in connection with adulterated momos

      The Banjara Hills police following a complaint from the family of the deceased woman, arrested Almas, Sajid Hussain, Md. Raees, Md. Sharukh, Md. Haneef and Md. Rajik. Hyderabad: Following the death of a woman and hopsitalisation of several others after eating momos from a stall at Banjara Hills Road No. 10, the police arrested six persons who were running the momos stall. The Banjara Hills police following a complaint from the family of the deceased woman, arrested Almas, Sajid Hussain, Md. Raees, Md. Sharukh, Md. Haneef and Md. Rajik, all residents of Khairatabad and natives of Kishan Gunj Dist. Bihar. On October 28, the police received a complaint that a resident of Singadi basthi, Reshma Begum along with her daughter had gone…

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      Hyderabad: Speeding Porsche runs amok, hits KBR Park’s compound grill

      The incident created panic near the national park and police reached the spot to investigate the incident Hyderabad: A speeding car, which went out of control on Friday morning, created panic near KBR Park in the city. According to the available information, the driver of a Porsche lost control of the vehicle near the park and hit the compound grill before coming to a stop. The incident created panic near the national park and police reached the spot to investigate the incident.

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      31 October
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      Govt to soon construct Constitution Club in Hyderabad

      The Telangana government would soon be constructing a Constitution Club here for sitting and former members of the legislature Hyderabad: The Telangana government would soon be constructing a Constitution Club here for sitting and former members of the legislature, according to an official statement. State Legislative Assembly Speaker Gaddam Prasad Kumar, Deputy Chief Minister Mallu Bhatti Vikramarka, Legislative Affairs Minister D Sridhar Babu held a meeting with officials on the proposal here on Wednesday, it said. The deputy chief minister and legislative affairs minister directed the legislature secretary to prepare a report after studying the functioning of the Constitutional Clubs in Delhi and Rajasthan, it said. The speaker and ministers asked the officials of Roads and Buildings department to prepare the…

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      RS Praveen Kumar’s residence burgled in Sirpur-Kaghaznagar

      Valuable documents were stolen during the burglary, according to Praveen Kumar’s post in X on Thursday. Hyderabad: Unidentified persons broke into the residence of former IPS officer and BRS leader RS Praveen Kumar in Kosini village of Sirpur-Kaghaznagar late on Wednesday night. Valuable documents were stolen during the burglary, according to Praveen Kumar’s post in X on Thursday. Expressing concerns over the incident and calling on law enforcement agencies to investigate any potential conspiracy behind the burglary, Praveen Kumar asked the Telangana Director General of Police to probe whether there were any potential underlying motives.

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