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    Cybercrimes shoot up by 122 per cent under Cyberabad Commissionerate

    Among the crimes, part-time job fraud, trading fraud, smishing fraud, digital arrest fraud and vishing frauds topped the list of 38 modus operandi adopted by the cyber fraudsters to cheat people Hyderabad: Cybercrimes in the Cyberabad Commissionerate of the city shot up by 122 per cent with the victims losing a whopping Rs.793 crore to the cyber fraudsters this year. The police have registered 11,914 cases across the commissionerate. Among the crimes, part-time job fraud, trading fraud, smishing fraud, digital arrest fraud and vishing frauds topped the list of 38 modus operandi adopted by the cyber fraudsters to cheat people. The Cyberabad police received 30,883 petitions from victims of cyber frauds and a total of 11,914 cases were registered. “In more than 50 per cent of the cases, we could put the payments on hold. After due process we will be streamlining the process for refund of the amount and hand it…
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    Cyberabad: Road accidents in Outer Ring Road increases drastically this year

    This year, 178 accidents were reported on the Outer Ring Road while last year 91 accidents were reported. Of the 178 accidents reported, 43 were fatal accidents and remaining non-fatal Hyderabad: Although, there was a reduction in overall rate in the deaths in road accidents in Cyberabad with 842 people losing their lives in 2024 as against 866 deaths the previous year, the Outer Ring Road accidents have increased drastically. This year, 178 accidents were reported on the Outer Ring Road while last year 91 accidents were reported. Of the 178 accidents reported, 43 were fatal accidents and remaining non-fatal. Road safety on the Outer Ring Road was always a priority for the traffic police and several measures initiated to make it safer for the motorists. The traffic police attribute the accidents to rash and negligent driving by the drivers. “After every accident a team visits the spot and conducts…
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    Swiggy annual food trends: Hyderabadis order staggering 1.57 crore biryanis in 2024!

    The annual food trend, ‘How India Swiggy’d indicated that Hyderabadis have ordered a staggering 1.57 crore biryanis in 2024 at a rate of 34 biryanis every minute Hyderabad: Biryani continues to reign supreme in the hearts of Hyderabadis! In the year 2024, Hyderabadis ordered a staggering 1.57 crore biryanis, the annual food trends report of Swiggy released on Tuesday, said. The annual food trend, ‘How India Swiggy’d indicated that 34 biryanis were ordered every minute in Hyderabad. Chicken biryani was the most sought after with 97.21 lakh plates ordered, translating to 21 chicken biryanis every minute through the year. A Hyderabadi food lover spent Rs 18,840 to order 60 biryanis on one go and first-time Swiggy users embraced the dish by ordering 4,46,000 chicken biryanis in the year, the report said. During the T20 cricket World Cup, Hyderabad took its obsession to the next level, ordering 8,69,000 chicken biryanis. The other favourites for foodies…
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    Santa’s home address remains unknown 

    Several European countries are competing to claim Santa as one of their citizens Hyderabad: With Christmas round the corner, the most-awaited person, both children and grown-ups want to meet, is Santa Claus. The children wait the entire year planning what gift they want from Santa. However, sending a letter to Santa can be difficult as no one can agree on where exactly Santa lives. Several countries are competing to claim Santa as one of their citizens. Finland’s tourism industry suggests Korvatunturi in Lapland is where Santa keeps his workshop, and the link between Santa and Lapland brings in hundreds of millions of tourist dollars. Danes say Santa is in Greenland. Sweden suggests Mora is the place, and has built the theme park Santaworld. These places certainly look the part with white snow in winter and reindeer. They’re also close to the North Pole. By the 19th century, Santa Claus was settled in popular awareness more or less what we think of now: a…
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    Hyderabad Public School unveils landmark coffee table book “Flight of the Eagle” to mark Centenary celebrations

    The book, which highlights the school’s century-long legacy of academic excellence, cultural achievements, and societal impact, was launched by the school’s alumni—Satya Nadella, CEO Microsoft, and Shantanu Narayen, CEO Adobe. Hyderabad: The Hyderabad Public School (HPS) on Tuesday launched “Flight of the Eagle”, a coffee table book, commemorating the 100th anniversary of the institution. The book, which highlights the school’s century-long legacy of academic excellence, cultural achievements, and societal impact, was launched by the school’s alumni—Satya Nadella, CEO Microsoft, and Shantanu Narayen, CEO Adobe. ‘Flight of the Eagle’ offers a captivating journey through the history of HPS, which began as Jagirdars’ College in 1923, evolving into one of India’s premier educational institutions. The book spans both the pre- and post-independence eras, showcasing the significant milestones, rich traditions, and growth of the school across decades. Created through extensive archival research and interviews with alumni, teachers, and staff, this book blends personal stories with historical…
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    Couple held for theft in Hyderabad

    The arrested Zakiya Sultana (46) and her husband Mohd Abdul Saleem (47), both residents of Mailardevpally had entered into a house at Ramnasthapura in Kalapather and made away with gold ornaments weighing tolas from the cupboard. Hyderabad: The Kalapather police on Tuesday arrested a couple who were allegedly involved in a theft reported at a house ten days ago. The arrested Zakiya Sultana (46) and her husband Mohd Abdul Saleem (47), both residents of Mailardevpally had entered into a house at Ramnasthapura in Kalapather and made away with gold ornaments weighing tolas from the cupboard. “Zakiya entered the house after noticing the gate was opened. After going inside she observed that the rooms were open and no persons were around. Zakiya walked into one the rooms, opened the cupboard and collected the gold ornaments before escaping the place. Saleem kept a watch outside the house,” said ACP Falaknuma, Mohd Jaweed. The…
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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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      30 October
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      Former government employee duped of Rs.4.21 lakh on pretext of Digital Arrest

      The victim was informed that a bank account was opened using her Aadhaar Card and also a SIM card was activated in her name in Mumbai Hyderabad: A former government employee was duped of Rs 4.21 lakh by cyber fraudsters who placed her under ‘digital arrest’ and threatened of legal action for her alleged role in a money laundering case. The woman, aged 67 years, first received a phone call from a stranger who claimed to be an official of Telecom Regulatory Authority of India. The suspect then transferred the call to another person who claimed to be an official of Central Bureau of Investigation (CBI). The victim was informed that a bank account was opened using her Aadhaar Card and also…

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      Secunderabad Railway Station witnesses huge rush of passengers ahead of Diwali, Chhath Puja

      A total of 850 special trains will be operated on popular routes including six major routes originating from Secunderabad to accommodate the extra rush of passengers. Hyderabad: The Secunderabad Railway Station is witnessing a surge in passenger traffic as travelers gear up to celebrate Diwali and Chhath Puja with their families. In response to the high demand, the South Central Railway (SCR) has introduced comprehensive measures to manage the festive rush and ensure smooth travel for passengers. A total of 850 special trains will be operated on popular routes including six major routes originating from Secunderabad to accommodate the extra rush of passengers. Further, to meet the demand, extra coaches will be attached to existing trains for waitlisted passengers. These services cover key…

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    • 30 October
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      Hyderabad Researchers part of landmark initiative to create India’s first Breast Cancer Genomic Atlas

      The overall breast cancer genomic atlas is seeking to create India-specific cancer genomic resources and in the process find actionable molecular features of clinical significance, senior scientists from CCMB said. Hyderabad: Genetic researchers from Hyderabad are part of a major country-wide initiative of completing the genomic mapping of nearly 1,000 breast cancer tumours of patients drawn from the city and elsewhere and come up with a unique Indian Breast Cancer Genomic Atlas (IBCGA). The program of genomic profiling of Indian breast cancer cases, which is already underway, is first of its kind and being taken up by multiple genetic laboratories in India under Council of Scientific and Industrial Research (CSIR), which also involves researchers from Hyderabad-based Centre for Cellular and Molecular Biology (CCMB).…

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    • 30 October
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      Telangana Fire Department puts entire staff on alert in view of Diwali

      The local officials have identified the high risk zones and based on this survey, arrangements have been drafted across the State Hyderabad: The Telangana State Disaster Response and Fire Department has put its entire staff on alert across the State in view of Diwali festival to meet any fire mishaps originating due to crackers or electrical lighting. Leaves of officers working at fire control room and men at the stations were cancelled and put on alert round-the-clock. To meet the contingencies and respond to distress calls from various places including residential areas, commercial establishments and companies while burning of crackers, lighting of lamps or candles and due to short circuits, a detailed action plan was drawn out and circulated to all…

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    • 29 October
      122

      Congress scaring citizens using HYDRAA, says Madhavaram

      The Kukatpally MLA suggested that the State government constitute a dedicated committee to conduct a comprehensive survey of all water bodies, starting in Kukatpally. Hyderabad: Kukatpally MLA Madhavaram Krishna Rao on Tuesday said the Congress government was instilling fear among residents of Hyderabad with misinformation about the alleged encroachment of ponds and lakes, specifically in the Kukatpally area. He suggested that the Ministers conduct field visits to gather accurate information rather than depending on aerial surveys, satellite images and other data. Speaking at a press conference here on Tuesday, Krishna Rao found fault with Deputy Chief Minister and Finance Minister Mallu Bhatti Vikramarka for overstepping his role, suggesting he was performing duties that should be handled by Revenue Minister Ponguleti Srinivas Reddy. Krishna Rao,…

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    • 29 October
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      Hyderabad: 21 TGSP personnel arrested for trying to stage dharna at Indira Park

      Police invoked Sections of Police (Incitement to Disaffection) Act 1922, Police Forces (Restrictions of Rights) Act 1966 and BNS Act against them Hyderabad: The Domalguda police registered two cases against 21 personnel of TGSP who allegedly tried to stage a dharna without obtaining permission at Indira Park. The police invoked Sections of Police (Incitement to Disaffection) Act 1922, Police Forces (Restrictions of Rights) Act 1966 and BNS Act against them. The personnel of the Telangana Special Police had gathered at Indira Park and were subsequently taken into custody by the Domalguda police. They were later arrested in the two cases. The TGSP also issued show cause notices to them. The TGSP personnel are holding agitation demanding implementation of ‘Ek Police Policy’ and bring uniformity…

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    • 29 October
      82

      Desperate Congress to continue vicious attacks against BRS, KTR warns cadre

      Rama Rao urged his supporters to remain resolute and focus on exposing the Congress’ failures for the people of Telangana. Hyderabad: BRS working president KT Rama Rao on Tuesday cautioned the BRS cadre about a desperate and frustrated Congress government as well as its Chief Minister attempting to suppress the main opposition which exposed their failures and corruption. He thanked the BRS leaders and social media warriors for rallying together to expose Congress’ alleged corruption and inaction, and prepared them for an anticipated wave of political attacks. “What we saw in last two days was just the beginning of a long drawn battle of political vendetta,” he said on X. He felt that many more trials and tribulations will follow in days ahead and…

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    • 29 October
      82

      Harish Rao demands reversal of “ill-advised” decisions affecting Telangana Special Police

      Harish Rao felt that the Chief Minister’s decision sends a wrong message to the forces dedicated to safeguarding Telangana. Hyderabad: Former Minister and senior BRS MLA T Harish Rao found fault with Chief Minister A Revanth Reddy’s decision to exclude the Telangana Special Police from his personal security detail, calling it a “disrespectful” move that undermines the morale of 17,000 State special police personnel. He urged the Chief Minister to initiate corrective measures immediately and revoke the orders. Likening the actions of the Chief Minister to a father not trusting his sons, Harish Rao felt that the Chief Minister’s decision sends a wrong message to the forces dedicated to safeguarding Telangana. He reminded that the Telangana Special Police was the State’s equivalent of…

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    • 29 October
      84

      Precautions to take this Diwali

      A few precautions alongside the excitement of lights, firecrackers, and family gatherings, will ensure that our Diwali celebrations remain joyful and safe for everyone, Dr Shalini Singh, senior ophthalmologist, LVPEI, said. Hyderabad: Ophthalmologists from Hyderabad-based L V Prasad Eye Institute (LVPEI) on Tuesday urged people to celebrate Diwali festival with caution while they light-up firecrackers. A few precautions alongside the excitement of lights, firecrackers, and family gatherings, will ensure that our Diwali celebrations remain joyful and safe for everyone, Dr Shalini Singh, senior ophthalmologist, LVPEI, said. In case of eye injury: Dos: Rinse eye gently to remove debris in the eye, rinse clean water or saline solution. Place a clean, dry cloth or eye shield over the eye to prevent additional injury.  Keep the…

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    • 28 October
      124

      Stop political games, focus on delivering promises: KTR

      Says Congress juggling with broken promises and diversion tactics, taking farmers for granted Hyderabad: Rebuking the Congress government over the handling of agrarian and economic issues, BRS working president KT Rama Rao on Monday questioned the neglect of Telangana’s farmers who were facing hurdles due to delayed paddy procurement. He slammed the State government for making farmers suffer and undergoing trouble due to the State government’s apathy for both Dasara and Diwali festivals. “Farmers are awaiting to sell their paddy at purchase centres for the past few days, but the authorities fail to act,” he said, condemning the Congress government’s lack of initiative in speeding up paddy procurement. He stated that the Congress is only juggling with broken promises and diversion tactics, while taking farmers for granted. He urged the Congress to set aside…

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