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    Determined to resolve issues faced by tribals: Andhra Dy CM Pawan Kalyan

    Kalyan laid the foundation for a road project stretching up to 100 km in ASR district from Ballaguru village at a cost of Rs 105 crore and inaugurated newly laid roads of 32 km length Anantagiri (Andhra Pradesh):  Andhra Pradesh Deputy Chief Minister Pawan Kalyan on Saturday said here that he is determined to resolve the issues faced by tribal people one by one and win their trust. The Deputy Chief Minister visited Ballaguru village of Anantagiri mandal in Alluri Sitarama Raju (ASR) district and other tribal hamlets to see their living conditions, especially lack of roads. “He (Kalyan) promised to work with dedication to uplift the living standards of tribals,” said an official press release, adding that he wished for a state where tribals would not be compelled to carry their sick or pregnant women using makeshift arrangements such as sarees and cots. On Saturday, Kalyan laid the foundation for…
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    Telangana Assembly sees resignation challenges as BRS, Congress argue over 24×7 power supply

    Responding to the statement, Roads and Buildings Minister Komatireddy Venkat Reddy accused the BRS government of providing electricity for only 11 to 14 hours a day. He further claimed that the supply was interrupted five to six times daily and stated that he had personally verified the logbooks at the substations to confirm this. Hyderabad: Amidst the short discussion on Rythu Bharosa in the Assembly on Saturday, members threw challenges of tendering resignations if their claims were proved wrong on different issues. It all began when BRS working president KT Rama Rao said the previous BRS government had supplied sufficient water and 24 hours free power supply to farmers. Countering his statement, Roads and Buildings Minister Komatireddy Venkat Reddy alleged the BRS government had supplied power for only 11 to 14 hours a day. Even this supply was disrupted five to six times a day, he alleged, adding that he had personally checked…
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    Telangana: Three killed on spot as DCM runs over motorcycle in Devarakonda

    Three died on the spot in a road accident when a DCM ran over a motorcycle Deverakonda: Three motorcyclists died on the spot in a horrific road accident that took place near Dargah on Mallepally road here on Saturday morning, police said. The motorcyclists, two males and a female were on their way to Devarakonda town from Dargah side, when a DCM van coming in the same direction ran over them. The trio died on the spot. They were identified as residents of Thatikole village in Devarakonda mandal.
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    Hyderabad: In protest against govt, ex-home guard climbs floodlight tower at LB Stadium

    Demands Congress government to reinstate them in service, says Revanth Reddy yet to fulfil his promise Hyderabad: A former home guard climbed floodlight tower at LB Stadium in Hyderabad demanding the State government to reinstate them in service. Anjaneyulu claimed that he along with 250 other home guards were removed from service for participating in the Telangana agitation prior to the formation of the State. The government then took the step to suppress the movement. Anjaneyulu said that during the recent Assembly elections, Chief Minister A Revanth Reddy promised to reinstate the home guards into service. However, a year passed since Congress government came to power in the State, but the Chief Minister failed to keep his promise, he said. Anjaneyulu said all the 250 former home guards have proper documents and proofs with them and had worked at different offices in the city. The police reached the spot. More details awaited.
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    Hyderabad: Degree student loses money in online betting, ends life

    On Friday night, Sai Kiran doused himself with fuel and set ablaze; he was rushed to hospital and pronounced dead at hospital Hyderabad: A degree student died by suicide after losing money in online betting at Maheshwaram of Ranga Reddy district. Sai Kiran (21), a resident of Pochamma Basthi in Maheshwaram, was pursuing his degree first year from a college in the city. On Friday night, he doused himself with fuel and set ablaze. He was rushed to hospital and pronounced dead at hospital. The family members of Sai Kiran informed the police that, he was addicted to online betting and lost money. He also borrowed money from his friends. On being reprimanded, he resorted to the extreme step. The police registered a case and started an investigation.
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    Hyderabad: Operations at Knowledge City resume after minor fire accident

    Operations at Knowledge City are proceeding as usual. Hyderabad: Following the fire incident at knowledge city early on Saturday, Sattva Group in a statement said high-quality safety measures were in place and the fire was quickly detected, contained, and extinguished by well-trained on-site emergency response team. “There were no injuries or casualties, and the situation is now fully under control,” said Sattva Group spokesperson. At Knowledge City, the statement said, they prioritize the safety of employees, visitors, and infrastructure. There are comprehensive safety protocols include advanced fire detection systems, regular fire drills, 24/7 on-site emergency teams, and rigorous maintenance of fire suppression equipment and these measures were promptly executed during the incident. “We are currently investigating the cause of the fire and will continue to monitor the situation closely. Operations at Knowledge City are proceeding as usual, and we remain committed to maintaining the highest standards of safety and security,” the spokesperson…
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    Violation of rules: Bachupally police raid pub in Hyderabad

    The police seized the DJ music sound system and registered a case against the management. Hyderabad: The Bachupally police on Friday night raided a pub for violation of rules. Acting on a tip off, the police raided “One Peg Bar”, located at Bachupally and found the management was organizing music and dance without any permission. The police seized the DJ music sound system and registered a case against the management. The raid was conducted late in the night by the police. The investigation is going on
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    Two separate incidents of fire mishap reported in Hyderabad

    In the first incident, fire broke out in a godown belonging to an online cloth store at the industrial area in Erraguda in Rajendranagar on the city outskirts Hyderabad: Two fire mishaps were reported in the city one each at Rajendranagar and Secunderabad on Friday. No casualties were reported, however property was damaged. In the first incident, fire broke out in a godown belonging to an online cloth store at the industrial area in Erraguda in Rajendranagar on the city outskirts.No casualties were reported. Officials suspect a short circuit could have led to the fire. Local residents noticed the fire and alerted the fire department and police. A fire engine was rushed to the spot and it took about two hours to douse the fire. The store was full of cloth material, due to which thick smoke engulfed the surrounding areas, triggering panic among the residents. Officials said the cost…
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    Cyberabad EOW arrests two persons for investment fraud

    The arrested fraudsters include M Chandra Reddy and M Aruna, partners of Gayathri Infra Private Limited in Kondapur. Hyderabad: The Cyberabad Economic Offences Wing (EOW) on Friday arrested two persons on charges of cheating investors to the tune of Rs 3.1 crore promising good returns on investments in lands with buy back schemes. The arrested fraudsters include M Chandra Reddy and M Aruna, partners of Gayathri Infra Private Limited in Kondapur. According to the police, the suspects induced investors in the guise of developing open plots in Sadashivpet, Sangareddy district and getting good returns with huge profits and cheated more than 9 individuals by collecting Rs 3.1 crore. “The suspects attracted the investors with their buy back scheme explaining that if any person deposit in their project they will give open plot approximately 1600 square yards or Rs 1.6 crore,” police said. They also promised the investors that they will develop the land…
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    Short film photographer held for drug peddling in Hyderabad

    Syed Azhar Hashmi, a resident of Krishna Nagar, Hyderabad worked as a short films photographer. Though initially he earned a good income, for the past two years, he could not make enough money and was exploring alternative sources of income Hyderabad: A short films photographer, who took to drug peddling to make easy money was caught by the Excise Special Task Force officials, while selling drugs in the city on Thursday. Syed Azhar Hashmi, a resident of Krishna Nagar, Hyderabad worked as a short films photographer. Though initially he earned a good income, for the past two years, he could not make enough money and was exploring alternative sources of income. He came in contact with M Kranthi Kumar from Banjara Hills, who apparently has some working knowledge about drugs and drug peddling. The duo decided to take up drug peddling and started illegally smuggling cocaine from Goa to Hyderabad and…

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      Telangana High Court halts arrest of KT Rama Rao in Formula-E case

      Senior Counsel CS Sundaram, representing KT Rama Rao, argued that the Anti-Corruption Bureau’s case against his client was “politically motivated.” He emphasized that there was no evidence of criminal misconduct and pointed out that the First Information Report (FIR) was filed after an unusually long delay of 14 months. Hyderabad: The Telangana High Court on Friday, has directed the government not to effect the arrest of BRS Working President KT Rama Rao, in a case registered by the Anti Corruption Bureau (ACB). This direction came on a petition filed by KT Rama Rao and was heard by Justic NC Shravan Kumar. Senor Council CS Sundaram who represented KT Rama Rao argued that the Anti Corruption Bureau case against his client was…

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    • 20 December
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      Telangana Assembly: BRS demands discussion on formula e-race issue; Stages walk out

      The session commenced in the afternoon on Friday after being adjourned earlier in the day for discussion on the Telangana Bhu Bharati Bill Hyderabad: Continuing their demand for a discussion on formula e-race issue, Bharat Rashtra Samithi (BRS) members raised slogans and held placards and with Speaker Gaddam Prasad Kumar not considering the appeal, they walked out of the House. The session commenced in the afternoon on Friday after being adjourned earlier in the day for discussion on the Telangana Bhu Bharati Bill. BJP floor leader A Maheswar Reddy demanded that CBI investigation should be conducted on the irregularities committed using Dharari portal in the past. In reply, Revenue Minister Ponguleti Srinivas Reddy said the demand made by BJP would be examined after discussing it in the cabinet.…

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    • 20 December
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      Furore in Telangana Assembly over Formula-E case against KTR

      Earlier, BRS MLAs submitted an adjournment motion, urging the Speaker to allow a discussion on the Formula-E controversy. Hyderabad: The Telangana Assembly witnessed chaos on Friday as BRS MLAs demanded a discussion on allegations surrounding the Formula-E car race. Both treasury and opposition benches engaged in sloganeering and disrupting proceedings, forcing Speaker Gaddam Prasad to adjourn the House for 15 minutes. The session began with BRS MLAs urging the Speaker to hold a discussion on the Formula-E issue before moving to the Bhu Bharati Bill placed for discussion. Senior BRS leader T Harish Rao criticised the Congress government for making baseless corruption allegations against former Municipal Administration Minister KT Rama Rao and the previous BRS government. “If the government has sincerity and courage, let us have an open…

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    • 20 December
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      Hyderabad: Traffic home guard injured in hit-and-run at Telugu Thalli flyover

      Saifabad Traffic Home Guard Kishtaiah, who was on duty at the Telugu Thalli flyover new signal, was hit by an unidentified bike at around 1 am Hyderabad: A traffic home guard officer sustained injuries in a hit-and-run incident at Telugu Thalli flyover early on Friday. Saifabad Traffic Home Guard Kishtaiah, who was on duty at the Telugu Thalli flyover new signal, was hit by an unidentified bike at around 1 am. According to other motorists, the biker, coming from Iqbal Minar towards the Dr BR Ambedkar statue on the Tank Bund, rammed him at a high speed. The biker fled without seeing the condition of the injured Kishtaiah. The other motorists took him to the hospital. The police registered a case and are investigating.

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    • 19 December
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      Hyderabad: Veteran Journalist MVR Sastry dedicates his book to Chilkur Balaji

      the author questions the role of the Tirumala Tirupati Devasthanams (TTD) trust board and the Executive Officer as the custodian of Tirumala and concluded that they cannot assume the role of ‘the owner’ by quoting judgments. Hyderabad: Veteran Journalist MVR Sastry dedicated his latest book “Devudunnadu Jagratha” to the Chilkur Balaji at a simple ceremony on Wednesday. He presented a copy of the book to MV Soundarajan, the 89-year-old Arachaka Sastry, who led the archaka community in a fight against 1987 legislation. Speaking on the occasion, Sastry called upon the historians to ensure that the ‘historical anomalies’ pertaining to the Tirumala temple, which crept into the documents over a period of time, are removed promptly.He discussed the contents of his…

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    • 19 December
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      Padma Shri awardee, folk artist Mogilaiah of Balagam movie fame passes away

      Padma shri awardee, Mogilaiah who shot to fame with his song in Telugu movie Balagam, died of kidney ailment Hyderabad: Popular folk artist Darshanam Mogilaiah, who shot to fame with the Tollywood movie Balagam, passed away on Thursday morning. Mogilaiah, also known as Kinnera Mogilaiah, was undergoing treatment for kidney ailment at a private hospital in Warangal. However, he breathed his last early on Thursday morning. Apart from Balagam director Venu and crew, the State government too had supported his treatment expenditure. Mogilaiah was among the few last players of the stringed tribal musical instrument known as Kinnera, and was awarded the Padma Shri in 2022.

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    • 19 December
      124

      Fire breaks out in Monda market at Secunderabad, property gutted

      Fire tenders rushed to spot and doused the flames; officials suspect that the fire started due to a short circuit Hyderabad: A fire broke out in a few shops at Monda Market, Secunderabad on Thursday morning. While property gutted, no casualties were reported. According to fire officials, the fire started at a shop where ‘Puja’ material is sold. The fire then spread to adjacent shops, including a plastic material shop. Total four shops were gutted in the incident. Due to the presence of combustible material stored at the shops the fire spread rapidly. Fire tenders rushed to spot and doused the flames. The cause of the fire is being ascertained. However officials suspect the fire started due to a short circuit. Investigation is going on.

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    • 19 December
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      Hyderabad: 2,400 ganja-laced chocolates seized from kirana store

      Based on a tip off, the SOT raided the shop located at Ring Basthi, Jagathgirigutta and seized 13 kg ganja-laced chocolates Hyderabad: The Cyberabad SOT police seized 13 kg of ganja-laced chocolates from a kirana store at Jagathgirigutta on Wednesday night. Based on a tip off, the Special Operations Team raided the shop located at Ring Basthi, Jagathgirigutta, and caught one Sunil Kumar, a native of Bihar who was sourcing the ganja chocolates from Bihar and selling to local labourers. The police seized 2,400 chocolates weighing 13 kg from the shop. Further investigation is on.

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    • 19 December
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      Hyderabad: Invisible Scars Foundation launches initiative to support survivors of domestic violence

      The ISF has also entered into MoU with Nirmaan Foundation to skill survivors, equipping them with tools for financial independence. Hyderabad: City-based voluntary organization Invisible Scars Foundation (ISF) on Thursday launched ‘Humraahi’ initiative to support survivors of domestic violence and abuse, with the generous backing of Infosys Foundation. The ISF has also entered into MoU with Nirmaan Foundation to skill survivors, equipping them with tools for financial independence. Under the Humraahi initiative, the ISF will provide free online support to Indian survivors of domestic violence and abuse, offering immediate relief and guidance to survivors, from any part of the country—or even the world. The services that will be available include awareness, first level support, mental health support, legal counselling, litigation support, shelter,…

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    • 18 December
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      Telangana: Gruesome killing shakes up Vemulawada town

      The deceased person was allegedly involved in an illicit relation and possibly that could be the motive for the murder, police suspect Vemulawada: A gruesome murder shook this temple town, when the body of a youngster was found with multiple injuries on Konayapally road on Wednesday morning. Police believe the murder could have been a fall out of an illicit relation, but investigations are on from all angles. The body of Rasheed (35) was found near the lane next to a scooter showroom. The body bore nearly 20 deep wounds, possibly inflicted with knives and swords. The body has been moved to the mortuary for an autopsy to be conducted. Preliminary investigations revealed that a case was filed against him some…

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