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    Telangana Assembly special session on Monday to pay homage to Manmohan Singh

    Telangana assembly special session Hyderabad: The Telangana Assembly session will be conducted at 10 am on Monday. The Legislative Assembly Secretary Narasimha Charyulu to this effect informed the Members through letters on Saturday. It is learnt that the session is being conducted to pay tributes to former Prime Minister Manmohan Singh, who passed away on Thursday night. Speaker Gaddam Prasad Kumar had adjourned the Assembly sine die on December 21 after seven days of proceedings in the House. Eom
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    Dip in crime in 2024 cheers Mancherial police

    Police officers in Mancherial are in an upbeat mood with the crime registering a downfall this year when compared to last year Mancherial: Crimes were declined in this year when compared to offences reported in previous year, cheering police officials. According to annual crime data provided by police, the district saw a total of 4,455 crimes from January 1 to December 29, as against 5,115 offences in corresponding period, showing a decline by 15 percent. However, certain crimes such as burglaries and deaths due to road accidents have gone up in this year. The district recorded seven burglaries in 2024 when compared to three in 2023. It witnessed 101 burglaries by night in this year as against 96 burglaries reported in previous year. It saw 123 deaths of humans caused by road accidents in this year when compared to 115 fatalities in 2023. It registered 41 rapes in 2024 as against…
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    Telangana: TGANB intensifies anti-drug checks for New Year

    These special teams comprise personnel from the TGANB, Prohibition and Excise Department and the local police. Two teams will carry a mouth swab drug test while the remaining 17 will be equipped with ABON (urine kit). Hyderabad: Upcoming New Year eve festivities are to be closely scanned for drug abuse by the enforcement agencies. Telangana Anti Narcotics Bureau (TGANB) , which has already formed 19 special teams, intends to have big gatherings on the radar and monitor them more closely. These special teams comprise personnel from the TGANB, Prohibition and Excise Department and the local police. Two teams will carry a mouth swab drug test while the remaining 17 will be equipped with ABON (urine kit). The teams will be visiting pubs, bars, hotels and resorts where New Year events are scheduled. Sniffer dogs will also be used to identify drugs concealed in cars, parking places, escalators and other places, said a…
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    Telangana government shocks TET aspirants, far off centres allotted

    Several candidates allotted centres hundreds of kilometres away from their residence. The TG Teacher Eligibility Test is to be held from January 2 to 20, 2025 Hyderabad: For a two-hour examination, this 24-year-old woman will travel 210 km, a nearly four hour journey, to reach her exam centre. Another candidate will embark on a 130 km commute, taking about two and half hours to reach the centre. This is the challenging situation that some teacher job aspirants face with the School Education department having allotted their Telangana Teacher Eligibility Test (TG TET) 2024 II centres far off from their residence. The TG TET is to be held from January 2 to 20. On downloading their hall tickets, several candidates were shocked to find their test centres allocated hundreds of kms away from their homes. A woman candidate, a resident of Rajanna Sricilla district, who registered for the TET paper -II has…
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    NIN scientist elected as fellow of National Academy of Agricultural Sciences

    Dr Reddy’s research focuses on aspects of human nutrition, including nutrient requirements, deficiencies and the effect of food/nutrition on chronic diseases Hyderabad: Dr G Bhanuprakash Reddy, Scientist G and Head, Biochemistry, National Institute of Nutrition (NIN), has been elected as the Fellow of the National Academy of Agricultural Sciences (NAAS) in recognition of his significant research contributions to nutritional sciences. Dr Reddy’s research focuses on aspects of human nutrition, including nutrient requirements, deficiencies and the effect of food/nutrition on chronic diseases. His studies discovered the role of micronutrients in the development of diabetic complications and revealed how deficiency of some micronutrients can influence the molecular processes involved in age-related disorders. He also pioneered research on functional foods, identifying novel bioactive molecules for diabetes, a press release said. With over 250 research papers, Dr Reddy has received several prestigious awards, including ICMR-Basanti Devi Award, Scopus Young Scientist award etc. He is…
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    Hyderabad-based Heramb Maheshwari emerges as CA topper with 508 marks

    Maheshwari shared the top rank with Rishab Ostwal R from Tirupati, Andhra Pradesh Hyderabad: A Hyderabadi emerged all India topper in the Chartered Accountants (CA) final examinations results declared on Friday. Heramb Maheshwari from Hyderabad – I with 508 marks (84.67 percent) bagged all India first rank in the examinations, conducted in November. Maheshwari shared the top rank with Rishab Ostwal R from Tirupati, Andhra Pradesh. Riya Kunjan Kumar Shah from Ahmedabad – II and Kinjal Ajmera of Kolkata – IV bagged second and third ranks with 501 and 493 marks respectively. As per the results announced by the Institute of Chartered Accountants of India (ICAI), 11,500 students successfully qualified as CAs. Congratulating students who cleared the exams, ICAI president CA. Ranjeet Kumar Agarwal said clearing one of the toughest examinations in the country is a big achievement.
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    KNRUHS releases provisional merit list for PG medical admissions

    The release of merit list paves the way for counseling for admissions into PG medical seats in Telangana and candidates are hoping that the Health University releases notification to start the counselling process in a day or two. Hyderabad: Following widespread protests by local students over inordinate delay in conducting counselling for admission into Post Graduate medical seats under PG NEET-2024, the Kaloji Narayana Rao University of Health Sciences (KNRUHS) on Friday released the merit list of students. The release of merit list paves the way for counseling for admissions into PG medical seats in Telangana and candidates are hoping that the Health University releases notification to start the counselling process in a day or two. Earlier, the delay in releasing the merit list and starting the counselling process triggered protests from PG aspirants and associations representing doctors including TJUDA and IMA. A few days ago, the Telangana Junior Doctors Association (TJUDA) and…
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    Ramky secures Rs 215 crore contract for 20 STPs in Hyderabad

    This contract entails the provision of Manning, Operation, and Maintenance (O&M) services for five years. The services are to be rendered to twenty Sewage Treatment Plants (STPs) with a combined capacity of 714.3 MLD. Hyderabad: Ramky Infrastructure Limited, one of India’s leading integrated sustainable infrastructure development companies, has been awarded a contract valued at Rs. 215 crores by the Hyderabad Metropolitan Water Supply and Sewerage Board (HMWSSB). This contract entails the provision of Manning, Operation, and Maintenance (O&M) services for five years. The services are to be rendered to twenty Sewage Treatment Plants (STPs) with a combined capacity of 714.3 MLD. The STPs are situated within the jurisdiction of the Hyderabad Metropolitan Water Supply and Sewerage Board (HMWSSB), including those located in Amberpet, Nallacheruvu, Pedda Cheruvu, and other designated areas. Furthermore, the contract includes the management of associated Intercept and Diversion (I&D) systems. Yancharla Rathnakara Nagaraja, Managing Director of Ramky Infrastructure Limited,…
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    Mood Indigo 1987: A flashback to simpler ‘prints’ and purer vibes

    Mood Indigo 1987 was a celebration of creativity, cultural exchange, and innocence, with star performances by Hema Malini and Astad Deboo. In contrast, the 2024 edition faced controversy over provocative sponsor slogans, raising questions about preserving the festival’s charm amidst evolving times. By P Nagarjuna Rao Mood Indigo in 1987 was an experience as pristine as the freshly developed photographs by its then-sponsor, Lazor – a name synonymous with the cutting-edge (pun intended) technology of photographic printing at the time. Back then, the darkroom was yielding to automation, and we Osmania University students – our team of ten brimming with enthusiasm – were armed with literary and mental skills, art, and quiz prowess. The atmosphere at the Powai campus was electric, yet simple. There were competitions and workshops on photography conducted by masters in the field, where we learned the art of capturing light and emotion. Music filled the air,…
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    Mystery deepens: Woman constable and private employee found dead, missing Sub-Inspector’s belongings found nearby

    Mystery shrouds the death of a woman police constable, whose body was found in a tank in Kamareddy district, while a missing Sub-Inspector Saikumar’s belongings were found near the tank. Another person’s body was also found in the same tank Kamareddy: Mystery shrouds the death of a woman police constable and a computer operator working in a private society, whose bodies were found in Adlur Ellareddy tank on Wednesdya night. The mystery is further deepened with the missing of another police officer Sai Kumar, a Sub-Inspector working in Bhiknur police station, whose mobile phone, purse and his car were found near the tank where the bodies of the woman constable and computer operator were found This gave rise to suspicion that the sub-inspector could have been linked to the suspicious deaths of the duo and his missing also perplexed the police officers. However, finding of his phone and his car near…

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      22 October
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      Congress MLC questions government delegation’s visit to Seoul

      When the elected representatives shared images and videos of Cheonggyecheon stream beautification works on Monday, people from different sections criticized the government for wasting public money in conducting such study tours. Hyderabad: Now even Congress leaders are also finding fault with the State government for sending a delegation to Seoul to study the Cheonggyecheon rejuvenation project. A delegation, including Revenue Minister Ponguleti Srinivas Reddy, BC Welfare Minister Ponnam Prabhakar, Bhongir MP Chamala Kirann Kumar Reddy, MLAs Prakash Goud (Rajendranagar), Kale Yadaiah (Chevella), Government Advisor Vem Narender Reddy, Mayor Gadwal Vijayalaxmi and some journalists is on four-day visit to Seoul. When the elected representatives shared images and videos of Cheonggyecheon stream beautification works on Monday, people from different sections criticized the government for wasting…

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    • 22 October
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      Protest against proposed Adani cement factory in Yadadri District

      The protesters also voiced their concern over the different industrial projects that threaten their environment and livelihood. Hyderabad: Residents of different villages staged a protest in front of the Yadadri Collectorate, demanding the cancellation of the proposed Adani Ambuja Cement Factory in Ramannapet on Tuesday. Led by the BRS activists, they submitted a memorandum to the Collector, expressing their concerns about the environmental impact of the factory. They also voiced their concern over the different industrial projects that threaten their environment and livelihood. Former MLA Chirumarthi Lingaiah, who participated in the protest, threatened to stall the project. “We will not allow Adani to set foot here. Chief Minister Revanth Reddy and Adani are looting Telangana together. The Ambuja Cement Factory will turn the…

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    • 22 October
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      Traffic advisory: Gachibowli flyover closed 11 PM to 6 AM; Alternative routes provided

      To facilitate smooth conduct of traffic, certain measures to regulate traffic at various places/junctions/roads have been taken-up. Hyderabad: The Cyberabad traffic police issued a traffic advisory due to the closure of Gachibowli flyover between Tuesday, October 22 and Monday, October 28 from 11 pm and 6 am due to the construction of SRDP Shilpa Layout Phase-II flyover at Gachibowli junction, being undertaken by GHMC. To facilitate smooth conduct of traffic, certain measures to regulate traffic at various places/junctions/roads have been taken-up. The authorities have issued traffic advisory for the convenience of the general public: Traffic diversions points: (11 pm to 6 am) · From Bio-Diversity Junction to IIIT Junction: Traffic coming from Bio-Diversity towards IIIT Junction will need to Bypass the Gachibowli flyover…

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    • 22 October
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      SCR adds extra coaches temporarily for waitlisted passengers travelling to Telugu states

      SCR has taken this decision in order to augment facilities for waitlisted passengers travelling from October 23 to November 23 to various destinations. Hyderabad: The South Central Railway (SCR) has added additional general coaches for trains in order to augment facilities for waitlisted passengers travelling from October 23 to November 23 to various destinations. The trains that now will have temporary additional coaches include Vijayawada – Guntur (Train no-07783), Guntur – Vijayawada (Train no-07788), Nadikude – Macherla (Train no-07579), Macherla – Nadikude (Train no-07580), Guntur – Macherla (Train no-07779) and Macherla – Guntur (Train no-07780), a SCR press release on Tuesday said.

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    • 22 October
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      Telangana: Malakpet IT Tower in limbo

      When Chief Minister A Revanth Reddy was asked whether the Musi rejuvenation project would have an impact on the IT tower project in Malakpet, he replied saying it had nothing to do with the Musi project. Hyderabad: It has been over a year since the foundation was laid for construction of an IT tower in Malakpet to provide employment opportunities in the IT and ITES companies. However, the project is yet to take off as the government has to sign agreements with the bidder for commencing the works. Former IT Minister KT Rama Rao accompanied by Hyderabad MP and AIMIM chief Asaduddin Owaisi had laid the foundation stone for the IT Tower in Malakpet on October 2 last. The estimated cost was…

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    • 22 October
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      Hyderabad: 23-year-old man jumps off third floor to escape dog, dies

      According to police officials, the deceased, Uday, got afraid and to save himself, he jumped from a window on the third floor on to the ground Hyderabad: A 23 year-old man died after jumping from the third floor of a building while trying to escape a dog at Chandanagar. The deceased, identified as Uday, a native of Tenali in neighbouring Andhra Pradesh and resident of Ashoknagar went to a hotel located at Chandanagar on Sunday. He reached third floor of the hotel and when he stepped out of the lift and moved into the balcony, a dog rushed towards him. “Uday got afraid and to save himself, he jumped from a window on the third floor on to the ground. He sustained serious injuries and was…

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    • 21 October
      122

      BJP urges Governor to direct Telangana Govt to hand over issue of radicalisation of youths to NIA

      On Monday, a delegation of BJP MPs, including M. Raghunandhan Rao, Eatala Rajender, and Konda Vishweshwar Reddy, submitted a request to the Governor at Raj Bhavan, urging him to direct the government to transfer the case to the NIA. They argued that, due to the interstate implications of the case, it would be appropriate for the DGP to hand it over to the NIA, which is tasked with investigating anti-national and religious terror issues. Hyderabad: The BJP State unit has urged the Governor Jishnu Dev Varma to direct the State Government to hand over the issue of Mumbai-based speaker Munawar Zama holding a month-long session to radicalise youth on the pretext of personality development sessions, to the National Investigation Agency (NIA). A delegation…

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    • 21 October
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      Singareni promotes 2349 transfer workers as general workers

      Company Chairman and Managing Director N. Balram instructed the relevant officials to issue orders for the regularization of all transfer workers. Those who have worked 190 days in underground mines and 240 days in surface mines and departments within a calendar year since joining the organization will be regularized. Hyderabad: The Singareni Collieries Company Limited(SCCL) management on Monday issued orders regularizing 2349 transfer workers working in the company as general labourers. Company Chairman and Managing Director N Balram directed officials concerned to issue orders to all the workers regularised as transfer workers. Those who have worked for 190 days in underground mines and 240 days in surface mines and departments in a calendar year since joining the organization have been regularized. As many…

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    • 21 October
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      Telangana’s GST collection growth shows sharp decline in September 2024

      Over the past three years, Telangana has experienced steady double-digit growth in GST collections. In 2023, the state recorded a 13% increase in April, which surged to 33% in September, highlighting a strong recovery following the pandemic. Hyderabad: In a worrying trend for Telangana’s economy, the State’s GST collections for September 2024 registered a meagre 0.78 per cent growth compared to the previous year – a stark contrast to the 33 per cent growth seen in September 2023 over its previous September 2022. This sharp decline raises concern over a broader slowdown in revenue growth. Over the last three years, Telangana had enjoyed consistent double-digit growth in GST collections. In 2023, the State saw a 13 per cent increase in April,…

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    • 21 October
      122

      Hyderabad: Support group for children with special needs launched

      The free home support initiative, launched by Ananya Child Development and Early Intervention Clinic in collaboration with UK-based pediatric occupational therapist Sian Wilson, aims to assist parents of children with special needs. Hyderabad: A home support focus group for children and families ‘NeuroNurture’, to bridge the gap between clinical therapy and home environment, was launched in Hyderabad. The free home support initiative, taken-up by Ananya Child Development and Early Intervention Clinic in collaboration with Sian Wilson, a UK based paediatric occupational therapist, will support parents of children with special needs. The focus group will deal with child-centred approach combining evidence-based therapies with understanding of each child’s unique needs and provide a personalized roadmap to support child’s growth and potential, a press…

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