POLITICS
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Aug- 2025 -8 August
Telangana Medical Council filed 500 FIRs against quacks
The Telangana Medical Council has filed FIRs against 500 unqualified medical practitioners across the state, most of whom falsely claimed to be rural doctors. TGMC officials said such practitioners pose a serious threat by treating patients without proper medical qualifications Hyderabad: In its fight to curb the menace of quackery, which involves unqualified individuals performing the duties of allopathy doctors by prescribing medicines and treating patients, the Telangana Medical Council (TGMC) has filed FIRs against 500 Unqualified Medical Practitioners (UMPs) across the State. The sheer number of FIRs filed against quacks in just over a year reflects how extensive the problem of quackery is in Telangana. Most of the quacks detected by the TGMC call themselves Rural Medical Practitioners (RMPs), a…
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8 August
Senior CPI leader from Kothagudem dies in tragic road accident, tributes pour in
CPI State executive member Bolloju Ayodhya Chary tragically passed away in a road accident near Suryapet on Wednesday while en route to Hyderabad for a medical checkup. His car collided with a truck, resulting in his death. Kothagudem: Several leaders extended condolences over the death of CPI State executive member Bolloju Ayodhya Chary, who was killed in a road accident at Suryapet on Wednesday. The accident took place on Khammam-Hyderabad national highway when he was on his way to Hyderabad for a medical checkup. The car driver, Ramesh, sustained injuries while Ayodhya Chary was killed on the spot as the car rammed into a truck in front. Hailing from Manuguru in the district Ayodhya Chary served as the erstwhile Khammam Zilla Parishad vice…
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8 August
Peacock Restaurant from Karimnagar to debut in Riyadh
Karimnagar’s famed Peacock Restaurant is set to open its first international branch in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia. Known for its Hyderabadi cuisine, the restaurant aims to cater to the diaspora and locals alike, serving as a cultural and culinary bridge Jeddah: Jeddah: For Hyderabadis living abroad, food often becomes their closest connection to home. Amid growing migration, it is the thriving Hyderabadi restaurants overseas that continue to unite the diaspora with their roots. These eateries are not just places to eat, they are cultural spaces, bringing together diverse communities and offering a flavourful slice of India’s rich culinary heritage. Bustling with activity, Hyderabadi restaurants serve as social hubs where friends, families, and colleagues gather over familiar meals, creating a sense of community…
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8 August
ACB nabs Jagtial District Transport Officer while taking bribe of Rs.22,000
ACB officials arrested Jagtial District Transport Officer Banothu Badru Naik for accepting a bribe of Rs. 22,000 from a JCB owner. He had earlier demanded Rs. 40,000 for releasing a seized vehicle and two phones. His retirement was due this month Jagtial: Anti-Corruption Bureau (ACB) officials caught District Transport Officer (DTO) Banothu Badru Naik red-handed while allegedly accepting a bribe of Rs. 22,000 from a JCB owner at his office in Jagtial on Wednesday. According to ACB officials, Badru Naik had illegally seized a JCB belonging to Shashidhar of Korutla on Monday night, citing the absence of a pollution certificate and insurance documents. Though the vehicle could have been released upon payment of a fine, the DTO also confiscated two mobile phones…
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8 August
Kothagudem-Yellandu bypass widening yet to begin despite proposal
The proposed widening of the Kothagudem–Yellandu bypass road remains stalled, despite letters from the local MLA and civic appeals. Residents continue to suffer due to traffic congestion, poor road conditions, health risks, and frequent accidents amid complete administrative inaction Kothagudem: The proposed widening of the Kothagudem–Yellandu bypass road, from the Post Office Centre to Hemachandrapuram, remains a non-starter, forcing daily commuters to endure a severely damaged stretch with no signs of development. Kothagudem MLA Kunamneni Sambasiva Rao had proposed converting the narrow road into a four-lane carriageway with dividers and central lighting. In April this year, he wrote to the SCCL Chairman and Managing Director, seeking an allocation of Rs.10 crore from the company’s CSR funds for the project. He also wrote to…
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8 August
Man threatens self-immolation over Indiramma house denial in Siddipet
A man in Palamakula village of Siddipet district attempted self-immolation after being allegedly removed from the Indiramma housing scheme list at the last minute. Locals and officials intervened just in time to stop him and calm the situation. Siddipet: Irregularities in the allotment of Indiramma housing resurfaced on Wednesday when a man attempted to immolate himself after allegedly being denied a house at the last minute in Palamakula village of Nanganur mandal. The man, identified as Srikanth, squatted on the busy Siddipet–Hanmakonda road and parked his motorbike on the carriageway, causing traffic disruption. Holding a bottle filled with petrol, he threatened to set himself ablaze, accusing the local Indiramma housing committee, comprising Congress leaders, of deliberately excluding him from the list of beneficiaries.…
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8 August
ACB raids ST residential hostel in Mohammadabad, welfare officer taken into custody
The ACB on Wednesday raided an ST Residential Hostel in Mohammadabad, Sangareddy, following corruption allegations. Hostel Welfare Officer Rekha was taken into custody. Officials said the search operation would continue until late afternoon. Further details are awaited. Sangareddy: Officials of the Anti-Corruption Bureau (ACB) carried out search operations at the ST Residential Hostel in Mohammadabad of Narsapur mandal on Wednesday. The action followed allegations of corruption against Hostel Welfare Officer Rekha, who was taken into custody by the ACB. ACB DSP Medak, K Sudharshan, said the search operation would continue until 4 pm. Further details are awaited.
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8 August
Three family members injured in cylinder leak fire at Sangareddy’s Yedakulapally
Three members of a family suffered burn injuries after an LPG cylinder leak triggered a fire at their home in Yedakulapally village, Sangareddy district. The victims were shifted to Zaheerabad government hospital and are currently in stable condition. Sangareddy: Three members of a family sustained burn injuries after an LPG cylinder leaked and triggered a fire while a woman was cooking at their home in Yedakulapally village of Jharasangam mandal on Wednesday morning. According to locals, an elderly woman, Gorrekanati Shankaramma, was in the kitchen when the gas leak occurred, leading to a sudden fire. Her two sons, Prabhu and Vittal, rushed to rescue her and were also injured in the process. All three managed to escape from the house before…
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8 August
Assam to launch arms licence portal for indigenous people in remote areas
The Assam government will soon launch a dedicated online portal to allow indigenous citizens living in vulnerable regions to apply for arms licences. The scheme aims to ensure their safety through a rigorous verification process and strict compliance with arms law Guwahati: In a significant move aimed at safeguarding indigenous communities in sensitive and remote regions, Assam Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma on Wednesday announced the launch of a dedicated portal to apply for arms licenses. The new initiative, he said, is a “special scheme” targeted at ensuring the safety of original inhabitants and indigenous Indian citizens of Assam who perceive a genuine threat to their lives. “The Assam government are committed to the safety of indigenous people. A dedicated portal…
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8 August
One dead, 150 rescued in flood-hit Dharali; search on for dozens missing
A cloudburst in Dharali village, Uttarakhand, killed at least four and left many missing as flash floods and landslides devastated the area. While 150 people have been rescued, efforts continue amid inclement weather and blocked roads. Army and NDRF teams deployed. Uttarakashi: A body was recovered and 150 people rescued from the flood-ravaged mountain village of Dharali on Wednesday as the search for the missing resumed amid huge challenges on a rain-drenched morning. Landslides blocked arterial roads leading up to Dharali, where dozens of people were trapped and many homes and cars were swept away by the raging waters on Tuesday. Eleven Army personnel from the nearby camp in Harsil were among those missing. The person whose body was retrieved was…
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