HYDERABAD
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Oct- 2024 -16 October
Northeast monsoon turns active in Hyderabad, light rains expected over next two days
Most parts of the city are forecast to receive light rainfall on Thursday, with the exception of localities such as Charminar, Bandlaguda, Ramachandrapuram, and Serilingampally, where rains are expected to be negligible Hyderabad: The northeast monsoon has become active over Hyderabad, with light rains expected across the city over the next two days, according to the Telangana State Development Planning Society (TSDPS). Most parts of the city are forecast to receive light rainfall on Thursday, with the exception of localities such as Charminar, Bandlaguda, Ramachandrapuram, and Serilingampally, where rains are expected to be negligible. By Friday, no major rainfall is anticipated, according to the forecast. On Wednesday, the city experienced scattered intense storms in areas including Miyapur, Gajularamaram, Jeedimetla, and Patancheru.…
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16 October
Elderly couple murdered at farmhouse in Rangareddy
Ushaiah and Shantamma, hailing from Nagarkurnool district, were working at the farmhouse for the past few years, say police Hyderabad: An elderly couple, working as caretakers of a farmhouse, was murdered in Kothaguda village of Kandukur mandal in Rangareddy district on Tuesday night. According to the police, Ushaiah and Shantamma, hailing from Nagarkurnool district, were working at the farmhouse for the past few years. They were tasked with the responsibility of security and maintenance of the premises. On Tuesday night, unidentified persons brutally attacked the couple killing them on the spot. The Kandukur police, who registered a case, are in the process of ascertaining if the murder was part of a robbery attempt or if it was committed by those familiar to the couple. More details of the incident…
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16 October
Telangana: Dr. Balakista Reddy appointed as new TGCHE chairman
Dr. Reddy, who is Dean School of Law, Mahindra University, has been given a three year term as chairman TGCHE. Earlier, he served as registrar at NALSAR University of Law, Hyderabad Hyderabad: The State government on Tuesday appointed Dr. V Balakista Reddy, Professor of Law, as Chairman Telangana Council of Higher Education (TGCHE). An order to this effect has been issued by Principal Secretary to Government (Education) Burra Venkatesham. Speaking to Telangana Today, Dr. Reddy said he would take charge on Wednesday or Thursday. Dr. Reddy, who is Dean School of Law, Mahindra University, has been given a three year term as chairman TGCHE. Earlier, he served as registrar at NALSAR University of Law, Hyderabad. He served as a professor…
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16 October
Senior gynecologist, founder of Ushalakshmi Breast Cancer Foundation passes away
Dr Ushalakshmi graduated and obtained her PG from Guntur Medical College and was Professor, Obstetrics and Gynecology at Niloufer Hospital for a long time Hyderabad: Senior gynecologist and founder of Ushalakshmi Breast Cancer Foundation, Dr. Kotha Ushalakshmi has passed away due to heart failure on Tuesday. She was 91. Dr Ushalakshmi graduated and obtained her PG from Guntur Medical College and was Professor, Obstetrics and Gynecology at Niloufer Hospital for a long time. A breast cancer conqueror herself, Dr Ushalakshmi later founded Ushalakshmi Breast Cancer Foundation, a not-for-profit breast cancer charity in September 2007, to empower women on the importance of early detection of breast cancer and establish a population based Breast Cancer Screening Programme. Later, her son Dr Raghu Ram, who…
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15 October
Hyderabad Cybercrime police refund Rs 39 lakh to victim of fraud
Hoping to make easy money, the victim deposited money in installments, but soon realised he was cheated as he could not withdraw money after a point Hyderabad: Hyderabad Cybercrime police have refunded an amount of Rs 39 lakh to a victim who was recently cheated by cyber fraudsters in a stock trading fraud in the city. The 34-year-old unemployed victim was made to transfer a total of Rs 78.70 lakh to different bank accounts provided by the scammers. Hoping to make easy money, the victim deposited money in installments, but soon realised he was cheated as he could not withdraw money after a point. Based on a complaint, the Cybercrime police booked a case and initiated an investigation. Notices were sent to…
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15 October
Hyderabad: Body of 7-year-old girl reported missing since Saturday found stuffed in bag
The girl’s family had migrated to the city from Adilabad about seven months ago in search of work and stayed in Suraram. Her parents are construction workers. Hyderabad: The body of a seven-year-old girl, who was reported missing since Saturday, was found stuffed in a bag in Gundlapochampally in Medchal on Tuesday. The girl’s family had migrated to the city from Adilabad about seven months ago in search of work and stayed in Suraram. Her parents are construction workers. Police sources said the girl went missing on October 12 and the family lodged a complaint with the Suraram police. A case was booked and investigated. Even as the police teams were searching, the local residents found her body in a bag…
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15 October
Digital Arrest: A new cybercrime trend surges in Hyderabad
The cyber fraudsters typically target vulnerable individuals, including senior citizens, by pretending to be officials from agencies like the police or tax departments Hyderabad: In a troubling new trend, Hyderabad has seen a surge in cybercrimes known as ‘digital arrests’, where fraudsters impersonate law enforcement officials to extort money from victims. By using fear tactics, scammers claim the victims’ bank accounts are involved in illegal activities such as money laundering and threatening arrest if immediate payments are not made. Victims are often coerced through phone calls, video chats, and fake legal documents, which falsely accuse them of crimes such as money laundering. Under pressure, they are tricked into disclosing sensitive financial information or transferring large sums to the fraudsters. The cyber fraudsters…
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15 October
‘Congress govt planning to hike power tariff in Telangana’
Rama Rao pointed out that within less than a year of taking office, the Congress administration is ready to increase power tariffs, imposing further strain on the public. Hyderabad: The Congress government which became synonymous with power cuts, is now gearing up for hike power tariff, imposing additional burden on people of Telangana, said BRS working president KT Rama Rao. He stated that the government which is unable to guarantee uninterrupted power supply, is getting ready to give shocks to consumers in the form of increased power charges. Taking to X, Rama Rao pointed out that within less than a year of taking office, the Congress administration is ready to increase power tariffs, imposing further strain on the public. He mocked their promise of free…
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15 October
Revanth Reddy to fly to New Delhi for CWC meet
The Congress high command is expected to discuss a host of issues, especially Haryana results and preparations for upcoming polls in Maharashtra and Jharkhand with the leaders. Hyderabad: Chief Minister A Revanth Reddy will be flying to New Delhi yet again on Wednesday to attend the Congress Working Committee (CWC) meeting on Thursday. The Congress high command is expected to discuss a host of issues, especially Haryana results and preparations for upcoming polls in Maharashtra and Jharkhand with the leaders. There is speculation among the Telangana leaders that after the meeting, the Chief Minister would discuss the cabinet expansion and filling up of nominated posts. Considering the weather, there is still no clarity on his visit, party sources said. The cabinet expansion has been…
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14 October
Hyderabad: Akashavani, Doordarshan Kendra seeks applications for copy editor position
The candidates may apply online on Prasar Bharati weblink https://applications.prasarbharati.org within the prescribed time limit. Hyderabad: Akashavani & Doordarshan Kendra, Hyderabad, has invited applications for appointment of ‘copy editor’, a full-time post on contract basis. The candidates may apply online on Prasar Bharati weblink https://applications.prasarbharati.org within the prescribed time limit. Further details on the notification like qualification, age eligibility, nature of duties, remuneration etc., can be obtained under the ‘Vacancy’ section of Prasar Bharati website https://prasarbharati.gov.in/pbvacancies/
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