HYDERABAD
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Sep- 2024 -3 September
SCR cancels 18 express trains, diverts two due to heavy rains and water logging
Due to heavy rains and water logging over tracks at several locations, the SCR has cancelled 18 trains and diverted two on Tuesday Hyderabad: The South Central Railway has cancelled 18 trains and diverted two trains due to heavy rains and water logging over tracks at several locations, an official press release said. Following are the cancelled / diverted trains: S.No.T. No.FromToJCO112863HowrahSMVT Bengaluru01.09.24212867HowrahPuducherry01.09.24312839HowrahChennai Central01.09.24422642ShalimarTrivandrum01.09.24512835HatiaSMVT Bengaluru01.09.24612840Chennai CentralShalimar03.09.24722838ErnakulamHatia04.09.24822842TambaramSantragachi04.09.24912868PuducherryHowrah04.09.241018190ErnakulamTata05.09.241106081KochuveliShalimar06.09.241212666KanniyakumariHowrah07.09.241320606TirunelveliPurulia07.09.241406064DhanbadCoimbatore01.09.241522606TirunelveliPurulia07.09.241622701VisakhapatnamGuntur03.09.241720806New DelhiVisakhapatnam04.09.241812622New DelhiTrivandrum04.09.24 1912622New DelhiTrivandrum03.09.24Earlier diverted vide SCR Bulletin No-30 is now cancelled by NR 2012970JaipurCoimbatore03.09.24Earlier diverted vide SCR
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3 September
Operation Nanhe Farishte: RPF Secunderabad Division rescued 247 kids so far this year
The total 247 children, including 173 boys and 74 girls, were handed over to Child Line authorities for further care and protection Hyderabad: The Railway Protection Force (RPF) Secunderabad Division achieved remarkable success with ‘Operation Nanhe Farishte’, an initiative dedicated to rescuing missing and runaway children found on railway station premises. In 2024, until now, a total of 247 children were rescued. Operation Nanhe Farishte was launched by the Railway Board with the core objective of identifying, rescuing, and rehabilitating children who find themselves in distressing situations within the railway network. Recognising the critical need to address child safety issues, the operation engages RPF personnel in concerted efforts to provide protection and support to these young individuals. In 2024, RPF Secunderabad Division rescued a total of…
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2 September
Telangana rain: Irrigation projects in Nirmal receive copious inflows
District receives average rainfall of 86 mm, with Pembi mandal recording the highest of 145 mm Nirmal: Irrigation projects received copious inflows following heavy rain in upstream areas, with a downpour continuing to lash the district for the second day on Monday. The Kaddam Narayana Reddy project in Kaddampeddur mandal centre recorded 51,067 cusecs of inflows. The water level reached 691.450 feet as against the storage capacity of 7.603 tmc. Surplus water was discharged by lifting 10 gates and the project recorded outflows of 83,250 cusecs. The Swarna project saw inflows of 8,000 cusecs, with the water level reaching 1,180 feet as against the storage capacity of 1.484 tmc. Surplus water was discharged and the project recorded an outflow of 20,180 cusecs. Other projects, too, received bountiful inflows. Farmers expressed…
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2 September
Sriram Sagar brims over, 40 gates lifted
Currently, the reservoir holds 76 TMC of water, with inflows exceeding 1.95 lakh cusecs, potentially adding 17 to 18 TMC to its storage daily. Hyderabad: With heavy flood flows adding substantially to its storage level, 40 of the 42 crest gates of the Sriram Sagar Project were lifted, discharging 1.65 lakh cusecs on Monday. The project continued to receive close to two lakh cusecs since last night. Water in the project is about to reach the gross storage capacity of 80.5 TMC, prompting authorities to open its gates. A high alert has been issued for the villages downstream as the reservoir continues to receive substantial inflows from the upper reaches of the Godavari River. Currently, the reservoir holds 76 TMC…
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2 September
Waterfalls in Ananthagiri Hills overflow after two days of heavy rains in Telangana
Authorities have advised visitors to exercise caution while trekking in the area due to the increased water flow and slippery conditions. Hyderabad: Water streams in the Ananthagiri Hills, located in the Vikarabad district, are brimming with an overflow after two days of continuous rainfall. One of the key attractions, the waterfall along the trekking route, is now flowing at full capacity. The Kotepally Reservoir has reached its maximum capacity and is currently overflowing. Videos of the water streams at the tourist spot are circulating widely on social media. Authorities have advised visitors to exercise caution while trekking in the area due to the increased water flow and slippery conditions.
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2 September
KTR slams Congress for failing to handle flood situation effectively
BRS working president appreciates party activists who have shown what true public service and compassion is; urges them to extend every possible support for flood-affected people Hyderabad: BRS working president KT Rama Rao slammed the Congress-led Telangana government for its failure to handle the ongoing flood crisis in Telangana effectively. He contrasted the relentless efforts of the BRS cadre during the rains, against the Congress government’s indifference. Appreciating the BRS activists, Rama Rao said they have shown what true public service and compassion is. “While the Congress government remains nowhere to be seen, you’ve risen to the challenge, serving those in need. Your tireless efforts are the backbone of our party, proving once again that we are the force that keeps Telangana strong,” he posted on X.…
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2 September
Hyderabad drenched after overnight downpour; Gachibowli records 97 mm of rainfall
The Indian Meteorological Department (IMD) predicted light to moderate rains to continue across Hyderabad on Monday. Hyderabad: Overnight rains lashed Hyderabad, with Gachibowli recording a significant 97 mm of rainfall, marking the highest in the city, as per the Telangana Development Planning Society’s data. The showers, which began late Sunday evening, continued throughout the night, causing waterlogging in several low-lying areas and leading to traffic disruptions on Monday morning. In addition to Gachibowli, other areas of the city also experienced substantial rainfall. The University of Hyderabad in Serilingampally witnessed 86 mm of rainfall, and Lingampally 85.8 mm. Kukatpally 85 mm, while LB Nagar area recorded 62 mm of rainfall. The Indian Meteorological Department (IMD) predicted light to moderate rains to continue across Hyderabad on Monday.
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2 September
Hyderabad – Vijayawada NH 65 highway still submerged, authorities suggest alternative routes
Hyderabad – Vijayawada and Hyderabad – Khammam roads are closed due to flood water overflowing at several stretches. Police urged people to avoid travel and said in case of emergencies, people should use alternative routes to reach Vijayawada and Khammam from Hyderabad. Hyderabad: Police authorities have on Monday asked motorists to take alternative routes to reach Vijayawada and Khammam from Hyderabad as flood waters were flowing over the National Highway 65 near Chillakallu and Nandigama in the neighbouring Andhra Pradesh. Similarly, the road between Suryapet and Khammam too is closed down due to Paleru rivulet overflowing, authorities said. The Bridge near Ramapuram cross roads near Kodad has collapsed. The Suryapet SP has urged people intending to go to Vijayawada or Khammam…
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2 September
Monsoon showers cool down Hyderabad; day temperatures plunge to seasonal lows
Maximum temperatures, which was around 30-31 degrees Celsius in late August, declined to approximately 24 degrees Celsius by September 1 Hyderabad: The city experienced an unexpected chill as monsoon showers caused a significant drop in temperatures, bringing a sudden shift in the weather that had residents reaching for their blankets and jackets. The drastic change occurred over the weekend, with temperatures plunging sharply, marking a notable departure from the warm days of late August. The maximum temperatures, which was around 30-31 degrees Celsius in late August, declined to approximately 24 degrees Celsius by September 1, while the minimum temperatures remained close at 22.3 degrees Celsius. This narrow gap between the high and low temperatures is unusual for this time of year,…
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2 September
Keep your word: KTR slams Cong govt over Rs 5 lakh ex gratia to kin of Telangana flood victims
Says anything less than the promised Rs 25 lakh would be a betrayal of public trust Hyderabad: BRS working president KT Rama Rao slammed the Congress government’s decision to offer Rs 5 lakh as ex gratia to the families of flood victims. He termed the amount as inadequate and urged Chief Minister A Revanth Reddy to honour his earlier promise of providing Rs 25 lakh ex gratia to the bereaved families. In a statement, Rama Rao emphasised the need for the State government to fully support the grieving families, stating that anything less than the promised Rs 25 lakh would be a betrayal of public trust. He also called for increased compensation of Rs 5 lakh for those who have lost their homes, depending on the…
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