HYDERABAD

Hyderabad-based NGRI develops India’s first earthquake strain map

The map could be useful to pinpoint regions in Himalayas that are prone to earthquakes in the future and it can also be applied to assess the risks that a particular regions faces Hyderabad: The seismologists of Hyderabad-based National Geophysical Research Institute (NGRI) have developed India’s first strain map to assess earthquake vulnerability in the Himalayan and Indo-Gangetic regions. Director, NGRI, Prakash Kumar, while interacting with Dr Jitendra Singh, Union Minister of State (Independent Charge) for Science & Technology on Sunday, said that the strain map to assess earthquake vulnerability is a critical step towards disaster preparedness. Strain map, essentially utilises the geodetic data culled from instruments like GPS to measure the movements and deformations of the surface. Such measurements capture…

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Three persons murdered in separate incidents in Hyderabad

A painter who intervened in a fight between two families that occurred over a parking issue was attacked leading to his death Hyderabad: Three persons were murdered in different cases in the city. In the first case, Akash Singh (29), a resident of Hanumannagar in Malkajgiri was murdered allegedly by one Imtiyaz at ZPT Ground Malkajgiri on Saturday night. According to the police, Akash along with Kishan and Shahrukh were at the ground late on Saturday night when Imtiyaz, who is brother of Shahrukh, came to the place. He scolded Shahrukh for loitering out late in the night and reprimanded Akash for moving around with his younger brother. “An argument took place between Akash and Imtiyaz during which the latter took…

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Hyderabad: Sri Rama Navami Celebrated with devotional fervor at Hare Krishna Golden Temple

Sri Radha Govinda appeared in the divine forms of Sri Sita Ramachandra and were beautifully adorned with new silk garments, fresh vibrant flowers, and exquisite jewellery Hyderabad: The auspicious occasion of Sri Rama Navami was celebrated with devotion and grandeur at Hare Krishna Golden Temple, Banjara Hills, Hyderabad, on Sunday. As part of the festival, the presiding deities, Sri Radha Govinda, appeared in the divine forms of Sri Sita Ramachandra and were beautifully adorned with new silk garments, fresh vibrant flowers, and exquisite jewellery. The celebrations commenced in the morning with a traditional Sri Sitarama Kalyanotsavam, amidst sacred Vedic hymns and soul-stirring bhajans and kirtans by devotees. In the evening, the Maha Pallaki Utsavam was held in a grand manner. A…

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Hyderabad: Chilkur Balaji temple Brahmotsavam from April 7-14

The festival will commence with Ankurarpanam on the evening April 7, symbolizing fertility and abundance by sowing seeds Hyderabad: The annual Brahmotsavams at Chilkur Balaji Temple will be held from April 7 to 14. The festival will commence with Ankurarpanam on the evening April 7, symbolizing fertility and abundance by sowing seeds, a statement from Chilkur Balaji said. The main event on April 8 is Dwajarohanam, where the Garuda flag is raised to mark the commencement of the festivities. On April 10, Kalyanotsavam will be held while on April 12, Rathotsavam will be conducted. On April 13, Ashwavahanam is scheduled and Chakrasnanam will be conducted on April 14. Throughout the festival, religious activities such as daily homas and processions on the…

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Hyderabad: Mega job fair featuring over 70 companies on April 7

The job mela, which will be held in Madhapur, will offer IT jobs, non- IT jobs and work from home positions Hyderabad: A mega job fair ‘Hi-tech City Mega Job Fair 2025’ for the unemployed youth, featuring more than 70 companies with spot offer letters, is being organised by Mannan Khan in collaboration with Association Expert Trainers Academy from 8 am to 2 pm on April 7 at Sri Sai Garden Function Hall Madhapur, 100 feet Road, beside Meridian School. The mega job mela, which will be inaugurated by philanthropist Siddhu Reddy, will offer IT jobs, non- IT jobs and work from home (WFH) positions. Candidates who have completed class 10, degree, freshers and experienced individuals can participate in the…

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Hyderabad: Drinking water supply to be disrupted in multiple areas

Repair works are being taken up to stop major leakage in Manjeera Water Supply Scheme at R C Puram and Old Mumbai Road Hyderabad: Supply of normal drinking water supply will be disrupted at multiple locations in Hyderabad due to repair works to stop a major leakage in the water pipeline (Manjeera Water Supply Scheme) at R C Puram, Father School (St Arnold’s School) and Old Mumbai Road. Repair works are underway to stop these major leakages and they will continue until 11 pm on Friday. Hyderabad: Supply of normal drinking water supply will be disrupted at multiple locations in Hyderabad due to repair works to stop a major leakage in the water pipeline (Manjeera Water Supply Scheme) at R C Puram,…

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Telangana: Doctor hit by speeding train, dies at Malakpet railway station

Incident occurred when victim Alisha was crossing the railway tracks to reach Kacheguda for work Hyderabad: In a tragic incident, a 26-year-old woman doctor died after being hit by the Sampark Kranti train at Malakpet railway station on Friday. According to Government Railway Police, Kacheguda, Inspector Yellappa, Alisha (26), daughter of Sheikh Mohammed Ali from Chanchalguda, was crossing the railway tracks between Platform No.1 and Platform No.2 to reach Kacheguda for work, when she was hit by the speeding train. Alisha suffered grievous bleeding injuries and died on the spot. On receiving information, the Kacheguda Railway Police personnel reached the spot and shifted the body to Osmania General Hospital. Case is under investigation.

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Hyderabad: Engineering student dies of cardiac arrest while playing cricket in college at Medchal

The staff and students of CMR Engineering College in Medchal rushed the fourth-year student to a nearby hospital, where he was declared dead Hyderabad: An engineering student died, reportedly of cardiac arrest while playing cricket at CMR Engineering College, Medchal, in the city suburbs here on Friday. The youth identified as Vinay Kumar (21), a native of Khammam district was studying fourth-year engineering. The incident occurred in the evening during a cricket tournament being organised on campus. Vinay, who was fielding, suddenly collapsed in the middle of the match. The college staff and students rushed him to a nearby hospital, where he was declared dead. Doctors suspect he died of a cardiac arrest. The family raised no suspicion over his…

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Sri Ram Navami: Hyderabad Police plan special surveillance for Shobha Yatra

City Police Commissioner CV Anand suggests officials to deploy special additional forces in problematic areas around religious places Hyderabad: In view of the Sri Ram Navami Shobha Yatra to be held on April 6, Hyderabad Police Commissioner CV Anand held a video conference with officials. During the conference, the Commissioner suggested the officials that special surveillance be set up at the intersection where the main procession and smaller processions connect. It was also suggested that special additional forces be deployed in problematic areas around religious places and that continuous surveillance be maintained. Special attention must also be paid to pickpockets and chain snatchers, Anand told officials.

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Telangana BIE announces new academic calendar

Junior colleges to reopen on June 2; Dasara vacation from September 28 to October 5 Hyderabad: The Telangana Board of Intermediate Education on Thursday released the academic calendar for the academic year 2025-26, scheduling the junior colleges reopening for June 2. As per the academic calendar, students will have Dasara vacation from September 28 to October 5 with colleges reopening on October 6. Half-yearly examinations will be conducted from November 10 to 15 and Sankranti holidays are from January 11 to 18, 2026. The pre-final exams will be conducted from January 19 to 24. The practical exams are scheduled in the first week of February and intermediate public exams in the first week of March. The last working day for the…

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