HYDERABAD

Hyderabad: Social media activist, former Telangana digital media director Konatham Dileep detained by police

Dileep, known for his vocal criticism of the Congress government’s actions, was picked up from his residence. Hyderabad: In what is being termed as a blatant misuse of power, former Telangana digital media director and social media activist Konatham Dileep was reportedly detained by the Hyderabad Central Crime Station (CCS) police on Thursday. Dileep, known for his vocal criticism of the Congress government’s actions, was picked up from his residence. The reasons why he was being taken into custody were not informed to the relatives. BRS working president KT Rama Rao condemned the detention of Dileep Konatham, stating that the Congress government was misusing the law enforcement agencies to silence dissent. “This is nothing short of tyranny under the guise of democracy,” he…

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SCR to run 16 special train services between Secunderabad and Malda Town

These special trains will consist of 2AC, 3AC, Sleeper Class and General Second Class coaches. Hyderabad: In order to clear the rush of passengers during Dasara, Diwali and Chhat festivals, South Central Railway will run special trains between Secunderabad and Malda Town. Accordingly, Train No. 03430 Malda Town – Secunderabad will be operated for eight trips on Tuesdays between October 8 to November 26 and Train No. 03429 Secunderabad – Secunderabad will make eight trips on Thursdays between October 10 to November 28. Enroute, these special trains will stop at New Farakka, Rampurhat, Bolpur Santiniketan, Bardhaman, Dankuni, Andul, Kharagpur, Balasore, Bhadrak, Cuttack, Bhubaneswar, Khurda Rd, Berhampur, Srikakulam Rd, Vizianagaram, Kottavalasa, Pendurti, Duvvada, Samalkot, Rajahmundry, Eluru, Vijayawada, Guntur, Nadikude, Miryalaguda and Nalgonda…

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BRS its out State government over its inefficiency in controlling Jainoor violence

BRS has accused the State govenment of failing in preventing the outbreak of communal violence in Jainorr town of Asifabad. The BRS working president KT Rama Rao has alleged that the government had prior information about the possibility of outbreak of communal violence, yet it failed to prevent it. Hyderabad: BRS working president KT Rama Rao hit out the State government for its inefficiency in handling of tensions in Jainoor mandal of Kumrambhim Asifabad district, following an attempted rape of a tribal woman. The incident led to widespread violence, resulting in significant property destruction. In a statement, Rama Rao condemned the State government’s decision to offer a mere Rs 1 lakh as compensation to the victim, calling it an evil gesture that undermined the gravity of the crime. “The government had prior information about the tensions, and yet it completely failed to…

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KTR lambasts Congress for losing key semiconductor projects to Gujarat

KTR raised concern over the loss of two highly advanced projects – a Outsourced Semiconductor Assembly and Testing (OSAT) unit and a Printed Circuit Board (PCB) manufacturing unit – that were initially sanctioned for Kongara Kalan and Warangal, respectively. Hyderabad: Continuing his tirade against the Congress government in the State, BRS working president and former Minister KT Rama Rao charged it with mishandling crucial projects by Kaynes Technology, leading to their relocation to Gujarat. He said the government had not only failed to retain the projects, but is also misleading the people of Telangana to cover up it’s failure. In a statement, Rama Rao revealed that out of the three projects agreed upon with the previous BRS government, only a basic…

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Hyderabad: TGCSB nabs three for cheating people in pretext of online stock trading

The arrested Sayed Khaja Hashimuddin, Arafat Khaled Mohiuddin and Mohd Ather Pasha, along with a few other fraudsters had duped a man Ravi, of Rs. 13.16 crores assuring high profits on investments in online trading. Hyderabad: The sleuths of Telangana Cyber Security Bureau (TGCSB) arrested three persons, who were allegedly cheating people on pretext of online stock trading. The arrested Sayed Khaja Hashimuddin, Arafat Khaled Mohiuddin and Mohd Ather Pasha, along with a few other fraudsters had duped a man Ravi, of Rs. 13.16 crores assuring high profits on investments in online trading. According to Shikha Goel, Director, Telangana Cyber Security Bureau, the victim, who is a resident of city collected an amount of Rs. 13.16 crores through online transaction from…

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Hidden cameras spark privacy, safety concerns

The most recent case, where a hidden camera was allegedly discovered in the girls’ hostel washroom of an engineering college in Andhra Pradesh, has led to an uproar. Hyderabad: A series of incidents involving hidden cameras in private spaces, ranging from washrooms in educational institutions to hotel rooms and trial rooms in shopping malls, have sent shockwaves through the community, sparking widespread protests and a heightened sense of vulnerability. The most recent case, where a hidden camera was allegedly discovered in the girls’ hostel washroom of an engineering college in Andhra Pradesh, has led to an uproar. This incident, coupled with similar occurrences in Telangana, has cast a shadow over public and private spaces, prompting serious concerns about the safety and…

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Telangana: Are chikungunya cases underreported?

Chikungunya continues to remain a major viral disease that has surged along with dengue infections in Telangana, during the ongoing monsoons. Hyderabad: Chikungunya continues to remain a major viral disease that has surged along with dengue infections in Telangana, during the ongoing monsoons. However, due to its common symptoms with dengue and malaria, there is a fear among public health officials that the ailment might be getting misdiagnosed and even underreported. At present, all fever and joint pain cases are being labeled as dengue infections. However, despite similar symptoms, there are chances that the patient might be chikungunya positive and might need additional and appropriate care, seasonal ailment specialists said. Even the vector responsible for the spread of dengue and chikungunya…

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Overnight rain lashes Hyderabad again; IMD predicts more showers

Rajendranagar topped the chart with 68.3 mm of rainfall, followed closely by Banjara Hills at 64.3 mm, and Nampally at 62.5 mm. Hyderabad: The trend of heavy nighttime rainfall in Hyderabad persisted, as several parts of the city were drenched by significant rainfall late on Wednesday. The Telangana Development Planning Society (TDPS) reported a wide range of rainfall figures across the city, with some areas recording nearly 70 mm of rainfall over the past 24 hours. Rajendranagar topped the chart with 68.3 mm of rainfall, followed closely by Banjara Hills at 64.3 mm, and Nampally at 62.5 mm. Other areas included Shaikpet, Asifnagar, and Khairatabad, with rainfall ranging from 56.3 mm at Gananaka Bhavan in Khairatabad to 51.8 mm in Asifnagar. Moderate downpour also…

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World Tourism Day: Telangana Tourism offers 50% discounts at Haritha Hotels

The promotion applies to bookings from Monday to Thursday, excluding public holidays, and runs throughout September Hyderabad: The Telangana Tourism Development Corporation has announced a special 50 per cent discount across 24 of its Haritha Hotels in celebration of World Tourism Day this September. The promotion applies to bookings from Monday to Thursday, excluding public holidays, and runs throughout the month. The Haritha Hotels & Resorts feature key properties such as Ananthagiri Hills Resort, Bhadrachalam Hotel, Kaleshwaram Hotel, Lake View Resort at Ramappa, Laknavaram Hotel, Taramati Baradari Resort in Hyderabad, The Plaza at Begumpet in Hyderabad and Yadagirigutta Hotel, among others. The initiative aims to boost domestic tourism, encouraging both locals and visitors to explore Telangana’s attractions and hospitality.

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Hyderabad: Traffic advisory issued in view of transportation of Ganesh idols from Dhoolpet

Vehicles carrying Ganesh idols will only be allowed from MJ Bridge towards Gandhi Statue to Dhoolpet. Other vehicles will not be allowed from MJ Bridge to Puranapool from 7 pm to 6 am, beginning Wednesday to Saturday. Hyderabad: The Hyderabad traffic police issued an advisory in view of sale and transportation of Ganesh idols from Dhoolpet. Vehicles carrying Ganesh idols will only be allowed from MJ Bridge towards Gandhi Statue to Dhoolpet. Other vehicles will not be allowed from MJ Bridge to Puranapool from 7 pm to 6 am, beginning Wednesday to Saturday. Entry Points: Heavy vehicles will be allowed in Dhoolpet only between 10 pm to 6 am after showing the purchase receipt at the entry point at Gandhi statue, Raheempura…

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