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Oct- 2024 -30 October
Hyderabad Researchers part of landmark initiative to create India’s first Breast Cancer Genomic Atlas
The overall breast cancer genomic atlas is seeking to create India-specific cancer genomic resources and in the process find actionable molecular features of clinical significance, senior scientists from CCMB said. Hyderabad: Genetic researchers from Hyderabad are part of a major country-wide initiative of completing the genomic mapping of nearly 1,000 breast cancer tumours of patients drawn from the city and elsewhere and come up with a unique Indian Breast Cancer Genomic Atlas (IBCGA). The program of genomic profiling of Indian breast cancer cases, which is already underway, is first of its kind and being taken up by multiple genetic laboratories in India under Council of Scientific and Industrial Research (CSIR), which also involves researchers from Hyderabad-based Centre for Cellular and Molecular Biology (CCMB).…
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30 October
Telangana Fire Department puts entire staff on alert in view of Diwali
The local officials have identified the high risk zones and based on this survey, arrangements have been drafted across the State Hyderabad: The Telangana State Disaster Response and Fire Department has put its entire staff on alert across the State in view of Diwali festival to meet any fire mishaps originating due to crackers or electrical lighting. Leaves of officers working at fire control room and men at the stations were cancelled and put on alert round-the-clock. To meet the contingencies and respond to distress calls from various places including residential areas, commercial establishments and companies while burning of crackers, lighting of lamps or candles and due to short circuits, a detailed action plan was drawn out and circulated to all…
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29 October
Congress scaring citizens using HYDRAA, says Madhavaram
The Kukatpally MLA suggested that the State government constitute a dedicated committee to conduct a comprehensive survey of all water bodies, starting in Kukatpally. Hyderabad: Kukatpally MLA Madhavaram Krishna Rao on Tuesday said the Congress government was instilling fear among residents of Hyderabad with misinformation about the alleged encroachment of ponds and lakes, specifically in the Kukatpally area. He suggested that the Ministers conduct field visits to gather accurate information rather than depending on aerial surveys, satellite images and other data. Speaking at a press conference here on Tuesday, Krishna Rao found fault with Deputy Chief Minister and Finance Minister Mallu Bhatti Vikramarka for overstepping his role, suggesting he was performing duties that should be handled by Revenue Minister Ponguleti Srinivas Reddy. Krishna Rao,…
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29 October
Hyderabad: 21 TGSP personnel arrested for trying to stage dharna at Indira Park
Police invoked Sections of Police (Incitement to Disaffection) Act 1922, Police Forces (Restrictions of Rights) Act 1966 and BNS Act against them Hyderabad: The Domalguda police registered two cases against 21 personnel of TGSP who allegedly tried to stage a dharna without obtaining permission at Indira Park. The police invoked Sections of Police (Incitement to Disaffection) Act 1922, Police Forces (Restrictions of Rights) Act 1966 and BNS Act against them. The personnel of the Telangana Special Police had gathered at Indira Park and were subsequently taken into custody by the Domalguda police. They were later arrested in the two cases. The TGSP also issued show cause notices to them. The TGSP personnel are holding agitation demanding implementation of ‘Ek Police Policy’ and bring uniformity…
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29 October
Desperate Congress to continue vicious attacks against BRS, KTR warns cadre
Rama Rao urged his supporters to remain resolute and focus on exposing the Congress’ failures for the people of Telangana. Hyderabad: BRS working president KT Rama Rao on Tuesday cautioned the BRS cadre about a desperate and frustrated Congress government as well as its Chief Minister attempting to suppress the main opposition which exposed their failures and corruption. He thanked the BRS leaders and social media warriors for rallying together to expose Congress’ alleged corruption and inaction, and prepared them for an anticipated wave of political attacks. “What we saw in last two days was just the beginning of a long drawn battle of political vendetta,” he said on X. He felt that many more trials and tribulations will follow in days ahead and…
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29 October
Harish Rao demands reversal of “ill-advised” decisions affecting Telangana Special Police
Harish Rao felt that the Chief Minister’s decision sends a wrong message to the forces dedicated to safeguarding Telangana. Hyderabad: Former Minister and senior BRS MLA T Harish Rao found fault with Chief Minister A Revanth Reddy’s decision to exclude the Telangana Special Police from his personal security detail, calling it a “disrespectful” move that undermines the morale of 17,000 State special police personnel. He urged the Chief Minister to initiate corrective measures immediately and revoke the orders. Likening the actions of the Chief Minister to a father not trusting his sons, Harish Rao felt that the Chief Minister’s decision sends a wrong message to the forces dedicated to safeguarding Telangana. He reminded that the Telangana Special Police was the State’s equivalent of…
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29 October
Precautions to take this Diwali
A few precautions alongside the excitement of lights, firecrackers, and family gatherings, will ensure that our Diwali celebrations remain joyful and safe for everyone, Dr Shalini Singh, senior ophthalmologist, LVPEI, said. Hyderabad: Ophthalmologists from Hyderabad-based L V Prasad Eye Institute (LVPEI) on Tuesday urged people to celebrate Diwali festival with caution while they light-up firecrackers. A few precautions alongside the excitement of lights, firecrackers, and family gatherings, will ensure that our Diwali celebrations remain joyful and safe for everyone, Dr Shalini Singh, senior ophthalmologist, LVPEI, said. In case of eye injury: Dos: Rinse eye gently to remove debris in the eye, rinse clean water or saline solution. Place a clean, dry cloth or eye shield over the eye to prevent additional injury. Keep the…
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28 October
Stop political games, focus on delivering promises: KTR
Says Congress juggling with broken promises and diversion tactics, taking farmers for granted Hyderabad: Rebuking the Congress government over the handling of agrarian and economic issues, BRS working president KT Rama Rao on Monday questioned the neglect of Telangana’s farmers who were facing hurdles due to delayed paddy procurement. He slammed the State government for making farmers suffer and undergoing trouble due to the State government’s apathy for both Dasara and Diwali festivals. “Farmers are awaiting to sell their paddy at purchase centres for the past few days, but the authorities fail to act,” he said, condemning the Congress government’s lack of initiative in speeding up paddy procurement. He stated that the Congress is only juggling with broken promises and diversion tactics, while taking farmers for granted. He urged the Congress to set aside…
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28 October
Vijay Madduri clarifies his stance on alleged drug case
Vijay explained that he was invited by his friend Raj Pakala to attend a family function and Diwali party, which he attended with his family. The function included women, elderly people, and children, and no illegal activities took place. Hyderabad: Clarifying his position in the alleged drug case, Vijay Madduri, an NRI stated on Sunday that every word attributed to him in the FIR was false. He emphasized that he had a clean record as an American citizen and investor conducting business in multiple countries. He recently returned from a foreign trip and provided evidence to support his travels. He categorically denied consuming any illegal substances in India. He expressed his distress over the numerous rumors circulating on social media and…
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28 October
Ten TGSP personnel sacked for ‘grave misconduct and incitement of agitation’
Telangana police dismisses ten police officers of Telangana Special Police on charges of orchestraing a police strike, inciting unrest among uniformed services. The unprecedented agitation by personnel of Special Police wing has taken all battallions by storm with policemen demanding ‘one police one state’ system as promised by the Congress government. Hyderabad: Ten TGSP personnel were dismissed from service late on Sunday on charges of being involved in the ongoing agitation. In a press note, TGSP officials, who had suspended 39 constables on similar charges earlier in the day, said some TGSP personnel had conducted themselves in agitations insideBattalion campus in Telangana as well as on streets of several places including Hyderabad. “To reinforce discipline and uphold the core values…
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