HYDERABAD
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Sep- 2024 -21 September
Hyderabad: Day 2 of Rising with Kindness youth summit coincides with International Peace Day
Day 2 of ‘Rising with Kindness’ Youth Summit, featuring global leaders, fireside chats, meditation with Daaji, Noted filmmaker Shekhar Kapur and actor Tanya Maniktala, were part of the event. Hyderabad: Noted filmmaker Shekhar Kapur and actor Tanya Maniktala were part of the second day of Rising with Kindness youth summit being organised at Kanha Shanti Vanam, headquarters of Heartfulness here on Saturday. A group Heartfulness experiential meditation session was led by Daaji, Guide of Heartfulness & President of Shri Ram Chandra Mission, during the event which was also attended by Irrigation Minister, Uttam Kumar Reddy apart from Dr. Hamdan Al Shaer, Deputy Chairman of Zayed International Foundation for the Environment, Martin Raiser, SVP South Asia, World Bank, Sushil Ram, Advisor…
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21 September
Two Ophthalmologists from Hyderabad top the Stanford List of Researchers in Ophthalmology in India
Heading the list of researchers in ophthalmology in India for career-long impact is Dr. Gullapalli N. Rao, the Founder-Chairman of LV Prasad Eye Institute, Hyderabad Hyderabad: Dr. Santosh G. Honavar, Director of Ophthalmic Plastic Surgery and Ocular Oncology at the Centre for Sight Eye Hospital, has yet again claimed the top spot among researchers in Ophthalmology in India for the fourth consecutive year. The rankings for the year 2024 were announced by a panel of experts from Stanford University and Elsevier, featuring the top 2 per cent of researchers globally, based on the impact of their work in 2023. Dr. Honavar is an internationally renowned ophthalmologist with expertise in eye cancers, and his illustrious career has earned him accolades such…
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21 September
CCT Hyderabad to host creative workshops promoting eco-friendly artisanship
From September 26th to 28th, CHURN: 2024 will take place, featuring interactive workshops and a marketplace of ethical, eco-friendly products that connect local artisans with eco-conscious shoppers. This free event provides Hyderabad residents with a unique chance to discover a variety of sustainable, homegrown brands. Hyderabad: Hyderabad’s art and sustainability enthusiasts have something to look forward to this month as Crafts Council Telangana in Banjara Hills gears up to host a series of hands-on workshops, blending creativity with eco-friendly practices. From September 26th to 28th, CHURN: 2024, a three-day event showcasing interactive workshops and a marketplace of ethical, eco-friendly products, will unite local artisans with eco-conscious shoppers. This free-entry event offers a unique opportunity for Hyderabad’s residents to explore a wide…
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21 September
Rachakonda police arrests man for selling ganja-laced chocolates
According to the police, Santosh, who works at a company in Maheshwaram, observed that many workers from Bihar were addicted to the ganja-laced chocolates. Hyderabad: A man who was allegedly selling ganja laced chocolates was arrested by the Rachakonda police on Saturday. The police seized 3.8 kilogram of the chocolates from him. The arrested man Santosh Kumar (26) a native of Bihar and resident of Maheshwaram was bringing the chocolates from Bihar. According to the police, Santosh who is working at a company in Maheshwaram noticed that many workers are from Bihar and are addicted to the ganja laced chocolates. “Santosh with the help of Birendar Singh procured the ganja chocolates and sold them in the camp to co-workers. On information,…
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21 September
Rachakonda special ops team seizes 2.3 kg of hashish oil from four arrested
The arrested individuals are V. Ranjith Kumar, Bollam Sai Nithin, Bachu Narendra, and B. Sai Krishna, while their associate, Sai, is currently absconding. Hyderabad: The Rachakonda Special Operations Team (LB Nagar) caught four persons who were in possession of hashish oil and seized 2.3 kilograms of the contraband from them. Those apprehended are V Ranjith Kumar, Bollam Sai Nithin, Bachu Narendra and B Sai Krishna while their associate Sai is absconding. According to G Sudheer Babu, Commissioner of Police Rachakonda, Ranjith planned to sell hashish oil in the city and earn money easily. He took help of Sai Nithin, Narendra and Krishna. All the four hired a car and went to A.P where they purchased the hashish oil. On returning to…
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21 September
Hyderabad: Lorry mows down 32-year-old woman at Medchal
The woman sustained injuries and died on the spot, case registered against driver of the lorry Hyderabad: A woman pedestrian was killed in a road accident at Medchal on the city suburbs on Saturday morning. The deceased was identified as Raga Jyothi (32). The incident occurred when the woman was crossing the road when a lorry on the way towards the Outer Ring Road hit and ran over the victim, said Medchal police. The woman sustained injuries and died on the spot. A case was registered against the driver of the lorry and investigation is going on.
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21 September
KTR pays tributes to Sitaram Yechury at memorial meeting in Hyderabad
“Yechury was truly a son of Hyderabad,” Rama Rao noted. “He studied at All Saints School and attended the nearby Grammar School. Like me, he graduated from Nizam College in the following years. Yechury was a voice for the poor, a leader of remarkable grace.” Hyderabad: In a heartfelt address at the memorial meeting for CPI (M) leader Sitaram Yechury, BRS working president KT Rama Rao on Saturday emphasized the deep kinship they shared as “sons of people’s struggles”. Rama Rao highlighted Yechury’s unwavering commitment to his ideology, noting that he remained a staunch Communist until his last breath. “Yechury was also a true son of Hyderabad,” Rama Rao remarked. “He studied at All Saints school and was a student of the nearby…
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21 September
Rain makes a comeback in Hyderabad, IMD predicts more showers for next two days
Bansilalpet witnesses 68.5 mm of rainfall, the highest, followed closely by Gunfoundry at 68.3 mm Hyderabad: After a prolonged dry spell of nearly ten days, heavy rains lashed Hyderabad on Friday night. The Telangana Development Planning Society recorded significant rainfall across Hyderabad, with some areas receiving more than 60 mm. Bansilalpet witnessed 68.5 mm of rainfall, the highest, followed closely by Gunfoundry, which received 68.3 mm of rainfall. Uppal recorded 67.0 mm, Begum Bazar 62.8 mm and Nacharam 61.3 mm of rainfall. The rains were widespread, with several other parts of the city also receiving heavy showers. The India Meteorological Department (IMD), Hyderabad, has issued a forecast predicting continued rainfall for the next two days, with isolated heavy showers expected across Hyderabad and surrounding districts.
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20 September
Hyderabad CP clears air on lathicharge during Milad-un-Nabi celebrations
The city police chief further urged the citizens not to believe false reports, emphasising that the situation was managed without force. Hyderabad: City Police Commissioner CV Anand on Friday denied rumours of a lathicharge by the police personnel during the Milad-un-Nabi celebrations which were held at Charminar. Clarifying on the news being circulated on various mediums, the Commissioner said that the chaos was caused by a fire from a short circuit in a Disco Jockey van. The flames subsequently spread to the diesel laden tanker nearby, resulting in the sudden blaze. “The fire was swiftly brought under control, and no lathi charge took place, contrary to circulating rumours,” Anand stated. The city police chief further urged the citizens not to believe false reports, emphasising…
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20 September
Traffic restrictions at Gachibowli junction for SRDP flyover construction, Sept 19-26
The Cyberabad Traffic Police has implemented traffic restrictions in the area from September 19 to 26. Hyderabad: In view of the Greater Hyderabad Municipal Corporation (GHMC) construction work for the SRDP Shilpa Layout Phase-II flyover at Gachibowli junction, the Cyberabad Traffic Police has placed certain traffic restrictions in the surroundings for a week from September 19 to 26. During this time, the Gachibowli flyover will be closed*. Alternative route suggested: * From Bio-Diversity Junction to IIIT Junction, bypass the flyover and travel beside it via Bichareddy sweets (Telecom Nagar) to Gachibowli Junction, then to IIIT junction. *From IIIT Junction to Bio-Diversity junction, bypass the flyover via Gachibowli junction to Bio-Diversity junction.
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