HYDERABAD: A partially blind Class 3 student was allegedly raped in Malakpet. The girl was found bleeding and taken to hospital where a medical examination indicated that the injuries were possibly due to sexual assault. Following this, a case was registered with the Malakpet police under Sections 65 (2) of the BNS and 3 read with 4 of the POCSO Act. The police said that the young victim hailing from Vikarabad is a student of a government school for the blind. It is alleged that she had been ass

HYDERABAD: Five persons were apprehended by the Special Task Force for allegedly organising a rave party at a service apartment near Cyber Towers here on Wednesday. As many as 14 men and six women reportedly took part in the party. They were found in possession of foreign liquor bottles and drugs, said sources. The police seized one gram of cocaine, two grams of MDMA, 0.84 grams of OG Kush and 48 bottles of liquor, several of which were bought from Dubai. The event organisers were identified as

HYDERABAD: Imagine not being able to light up a single matchstick on a freezing cold night in order to be safe from being bombarded. Moving from one camp to another continuously while being bitten by poisonous snakes and scorpions in hot desert, our bravehearts have endured severe weather conditions and much more while fighting in the Kargil War. As India marks the 25th anniversary of Kargil Vijay Diwas on July 26, we honour all the Indian soldiers who fought and sacrificed their lives for their

HYDERABAD: Sarees are the most comfortable and preferred choice of many women in the country. Not just Indians, but people across the world love to drape a saree. Celebrities who choose to be seen in this traditional attire are always admired, and one such actress is Raasi, a senior actress in the Tollywood industry. She was recently seen at the ongoing Silk of India Handloom Expo held at Sri Satya Sai Nigamagamam. Speaking about the expo and what she liked most about the event, Raasi said, I am

HYDERABAD: Interior design involves understanding the fundamental principles and elements that contribute to creating aesthetically pleasing and functional spaces within buildings. It goes beyond just decorating a space; it encompasses aspects such as space planning, colour theory, furniture design, lighting, materials selection, and more. While the monsoon offers a welcome break from the uncomfortable hot summer, the high humidity, heavy rains, and wetness can bring about a host of issues. Taki

HYDERABAD: With tilaks on their foreheads and topis on their heads, the spiritual evening for the audience began at the national award-winning vocalist Mahesh Kales concert, Abhangawari. Organised by Tatvaa Arts in association with the Department of Language and Culture, Government of Telangana, the concert brought together the spiritual community of Hyderabad to celebrate Marathi abhangs. Originally rooted in the spiritual ideologies of the Bhakti saints of Maharashtra, Marathi abhangs are a ty

HYDERABAD: Though we live in a world where we often hear the words women empowerment and feminism, there are always some women whose freedom is still tied down. Taking inspiration from these women and from her own life, professional artist Chaitali Maji hosted a solo exhibition, Inner Aura & Divine Aura, which features two different themes: women and divinity. Representing the struggles of women over the years through art, Chaitali beautifully depicted themes of freedom, passion, motherhood, sha

HYDERABAD: A division bench of the Telangana High Court, comprising Chief Justice Alok Aradhe and Justice Anil Kumar Jukanti, on Wednesday directed officials to remove illegal encroachments on the buffer zone of Ramanna Kunta. The court ordered the respondents to submit a compliance report by November 4. The court was hearing a PIL filed by the Human Rights and Consumer Protection Cell Trust seeking the protection of the waterbody from illegal encroachments and constructions within its buffer zo

HYDERABAD: A 10-year-old girl died while four of her family members sustained burns in a fire that broke out in a furniture-making unit in Jiyaguda on Wednesday. The mishap, suspected to have been caused by a short circuit, started on the ground floor of a two-storeyed building within the Kulsumpura police station limits. Officials said five fire tenders and a ladder truck were deployed to combat the flames. As the fire spread to the upper floors, it trapped residents in their flats. Meanwhile,

HYDERABAD: The citys environmentalists have expressed concern over the recent proposal by the Greater Hyderabad Municipal Corporation (GHMC) to construct six flyovers around the KBR Park. In a letter to Chief Minister A Revanth Reddy with 30 signatories, activists said the revised proposal is disturbingly similar to previous initiatives that met with opposition from citizens. The main signatories - Dr Narasimha Reddy Donthi and Kaajal Maheshwari - said that a default 1 km-perimeter around parks

HYDERABAD: In a joint operation, Telangana Anti-Narcotics Bureau (ANB) sleuths and SR Nagar police arrested a 23-year-old dog breeder for smuggling and peddling MDMA in the city on Wednesday. While a DJ, purportedly a consumer, was also held, the primary Bengaluru-based supplier was reported to be absconding. According to SR Nagar police, the main accused, L Mathew Sanjay, 23, spent his early childhood in Bengaluru before moving to Hyderabad for studies. After completing his Intermediate educati

HYDERABAD: A fire incident in Jiyaguda claimed the life of a minor girl and left five others with serious injuries. The fire, suspected to have been caused by a short circuit, broke out in a furniture manufacturing company located in a four-floor building within the Kulsumpura police station limits late Tuesday. The deceased is identified as Shiva Priya while four others injured also belong to the same family, are Laxmi Bai (70), Srinivas (37), Madhavi (24), and Meghana (18) sustained burns and

HYDERABAD: Inspirations can be drawn from anyone in the world. We try to hear or rather listen to people who constantly motivate us to achieve something in our lives. Our goals become even more interesting when we have someone to look up to. Such a person is Michelin Star Chef Vikas Khanna, who has been a source of inspiration and admiration for millions in our country. During his visit to the Bergner-Agromech Industries Store in Hyderabad, CE had the opportunity for a one-on-one interaction wit

HYDERABAD: Bringing the forgotten dance forms of the Kakatiya dynasty to the stage at Ravindra Bharati, Kakatiyam 3, a dance ballet by Padmashri and SNA awardee Dr Gaddam Padmaja Reddy, featured her grand entry as Rani Rudrama, raising the bar of audience expectations. Her entrance was marked by children in the dance troupe welcoming her with dance and lights in hand offstage. Known for her dance series Kakatiyam 1 and 2, showcased in front of thousands across India and the USA over a decade, Dr

HYDERABAD: Known for innovating rare techniques of hand weaving in Varanasi, Swati and Sunaina Gold, designers, showcased their latest collection- French Inspired Varanasi sarees recently at Gaurangs Kitchen. Presented by Gaurang Shah and Pratiksha Prashant, the collection named Varanasi to Versailles is a celebration of the legacy of Indo-European aesthetics in Indian textiles, forging a powerful artistic conversation across time and cultures. The ensembles encompassed single edition sarees, du

HYDERABAD: In our fast-paced world, convenience often reigns supreme, and nowhere is this more evident than in the realm of instant food packets. These ready-to-eat meals promise quick preparation and easy consumption, catering to our increasingly hectic lifestyles. From instant noodles to microwaveable dinners, these products offer a solution to the perennial challenge of balancing time constraints with the need for sustenance. Instant food packets can be convenient for individuals with busy sc

HYDERABAD: Tattoos arent just cool designs on your body anymore theyre symbols of who you are and what youve been through. People all over the world use tattoos to remember important moments in their lives and show off what matters most to them. Skilled artists create beautiful tattoos that mean a lot to the people who wear them. Ink for memories When Snoopy passed away, I was heartbroken, Sreerag shared. Snoopy wasnt just a pet she was my best friend. To keep her memory alive, I got a tattoo

HYDERABAD: In recent years, the landscape of beauty and personal care has undergone a significant transformation with the rapid growth of the online hair removal market. Traditional beauty norms and practices are being reshaped as consumers increasingly turn to digital platforms to meet their hair removal needs. This shift is not just about convenience; it represents a fundamental change in how individuals perceive and approach personal grooming. Unfortunately, to get the silky skin that is free

HYDERABAD: A 28-year-old food delivery partner was apprehended by the Madhapur police on Tuesday for allegedly peddling drugs in the city. The accused, identified as Shaik Bilal, was previously remanded in a similar case by the Jubilee Hills police in 2022. According to the police, Bilal got addicted to ganja and started purchasing the drugs from Andhra Pradesh. He came to Hyderabad during the pandemic and started selling ganja to his roommates in Hitec City, the police said. Bilal then allegedl

HYDERABAD: In a major reshuffle under the general transfers, the health department has transferred 184 professors across various departments of government medical colleges (GMCs) in the state. The transfer order was released by Health Secretary Christina Z Chongthu on July 21 under the Director of Medical Education (DME). Interestingly, professors from districts have been transferred to the state capital while many of the professors working in hospitals in Hyderabad have been shifted to district

HYDERABAD: MAUD Principal Secretary M Dana Kishore on Monday announced that an apex committee, comprising senior officials from various government departments and members of the Blue Cross, is being set up to tackle the stray dog menace,. In a meeting with GHMC and veterinary wing officials along with Blue Cross and animal welfare boy representatives, Kishore directed the authorities concerned to formulate an action plan to curb the stray dog menace and prevent dog bite incidents. To discuss the

HYDERABAD: The Greater Hyderabad Municipal Corporation (GHMC) has requested a special financial assistance of Rs 5,000 crore from the state government in the upcoming Budget which is likely to be presented in the Assembly on July 25. The funds are intended for capital works, debt servicing, compensation, taxes, and devolution from the State Finance Commissions funds. GHMC is currently struggling with financial burdens from projects initiated by the previous government. The previous BRS governmen

HYDERABAD: Narsingi police have ramped up the probe into a NDPS case following the seizure of 199 grams of cocaine. Police teams are working with the Foreigners Regional Registration Officer (FRRO) to trace two Nigerians Ezeonyili and Ebuka who are key suspects in the case. Ezeonyili reportedly operates from Hyderabad while Ebuka is based in Bengaluru. Blessing, identified as accused no. 1, allegedly sourced cocaine from an unidentified person in Delhi, which was then obtained by Ezeonyili. In

HYDERABAD : While the world is moving towards the idea of treating everyone equally, one place that is comfortably moving backwards into the dark ages are the committee members and their ridiculous rules inside apartment complexes. I thought it was just my apartment until I read the news about maids and delivery boys being asked to use a separate lift. In some cases, they were even fined and punished. Seriously, who implements these rules? Since its a newspaper, I can only call them losers, but

HYDERABAD: Cybercrime cops managed to freeze nearly Rs 28 lakh in transactions after four victims lodged complaints of being defrauded within the golden hour. As the complainants raised concerns in quick time, the cybercrime sleuths were able to connect with the nodal managers of the respective banks and freeze the transactions, sources said. Noting that the golden hour to report cybercrime is within an hour of the fraud, a police official said, The victim needs to lodge the complaint as soon as

HYDERABAD: A 29-year-old woman has been arrested for allegedly cheating a man of Rs 3.6 crore, mortgaging his two cars and borrowing three expensive mobile phones. According to police, the accused, Panuganti Indira Devi Reddy, introduced herself to the victim as the owner of a beauty parlour and a food factory at Nagole. She also falsely claimed ownership of several properties in Madhapur, Gachibowli and Narsingi, the police said. She allegedly took over Rs 3.6 crore from the victim and made him

HYDERABAD: Around 250 candidates for the District Selection Committee (DSC) 2024 examination approached the Directorate of School Education in the city on Tuesday to rectify errors in their hall tickets. Additional Director K Lingaiah told TNIE that the errors would be corrected by Wednesday morning. We will make sure that we do not miss any candidates, he added. The DSC, the recruitment test for Secondary Grade Teachers, School Assistants and Language Pandits, will be held between July 18 and A

HYDERABAD: A 12-year-old girl and survivor of gangrape, who underwent medical termination of pregnancy on July 7, has been discharged from the hospital, said authorities. She has been taken to a shelter house under the guidance of the Child Welfare Committee (CWC). CWC chairperson of Medchal-Malkajgiri district A Raja Reddy said, The survivor is still mentally unstable and will need continuous counselling. The officials believe that the care provided at the shelter will be more beneficial than r

HYDERABAD : It the upcoming Paris 2024 Olympics, set to begin on July 26, Hyderabads very own two-time Olympic medallist badminton champion PV Sindhu will be the female flag bearer for India during the opening ceremony. She will be wearing creations by the king of drape, Tarun Tahiliani, featuring ikat-inspired prints and Banarasi brocade. These designs marry craftsmanship with brand Tasvas (Aditya Birla Fashion and Retail Ltds ready-to-wear label) India Modern ethos. CE speaks to the designer a

HYDERABAD : Inspired by the serene beauty of Ananthagiri Forest, 71-year-old artist D Anantaiah has been continuously capturing its essence in his artwork for four decades. His dedication to representing the beauty of this forest can be seen in his recent Retrospective Exhibition of Etchings and Lithographs. Featuring around 100 artworks, this exhibition was supported and promoted by the Chitramayee State Gallery of Art, featuring the artists significant contributions to the art world. Etching a

HYDERABAD : Bengali music has always been a significant part of our countrys cultural heritage. Recently, the Bengal Unbound concert, organised by Hyderabad Bengalee Samity at Shilpakala Vedika, celebrated this rich tradition. Prominent musicians Sourendro Mullick and Soumyajit Das, known for their contributions to Bengali music, were the stars of the concert and shared their experiences and performances with us. Reflecting on the concert, Sourendro Mullick said, It was essentially a Sourendro-S

HYDERABAD: As Pride Month ended in June, visibility and support for the LGBTQIA+ community often fade from mainstream consciousness. Corporations revert their logos, progressive commercials disappear, and mainstream brands resume ignoring queer existence. While queer publicity may be seasonal, queer individuals strive to live their best lives and be creative year-round. CE highlights some Hyderabadi queer artists and their small businesses, showcasing their art and passion to the world. Telugay

HYDERABAD : While new-age photographers fancy high-end cameras for their exceptional features to capture stunning images, a few photographers like Mulpuri Raghava Chandra Sathish experiment with their professional cameras to understand the basics of photography like lighting and shadows. In the recent photo exhibition Photo Fantasy held at Icon Art Gallery, Sathish showcased the intricate beauty of pinhole photography. Pinhole photography is a type of photographic imagination. This method create

HYDERABAD : When I was younger, I eagerly awaited each new year, especially because the stores we frequented would send us fresh calendars adorned with different pictures every time. At home, it was a tradition to gather these calendar pictures and use them as interior dcor. Our walls became adorned with quotes from celebrities, stunning landscapes, and depictions of deities, transforming the humble calendar into something more than just a timekeeper. My interest in calendar art led me to explor

HYDERABAD: The Cyber Crime Police Station (HQ), Telangana Cyber Security Bureau (TGCSB), arrested Mohammed Shadab Alam, a key accused in the Cambodia cybercrime case. Alam, a resident of Bihar, was apprehended at Indira Gandhi International Airport, Delhi, upon returning from Dubai. He faces charges including trafficking, extortion, kidnapping, and violations of the Emigration Act. The accused Shadab Alam is a native of Samastipur village in Bihar, is accused of trafficking job aspirants aboard

HYDERABAD: In a firing incident in Narsingi on Saturday morning, a bullet pierced through the window of an apartment, causing alarm among residents. Initial reports suggest that army personnel often practice firing in the area, and police are investigating all possible angles to determine the source of the bullet. The incident occurred in the morning within Narsingi limits, where the bullet shattered the glass pane of a fifth-floor window and landed inside the apartment. Police confirmed there w

HYDERABAD: The previous BRS government had put proposals for constructing flyovers, underpasses and multi-level grade separators at six locations around KBR Park on hold due to various obstacles encountered. However, the Congress government, after coming to power in the state, has decided to take up these stalled projects for better traffic management and hassle-free vehicle movement. In recent meetings, Chief Minister A Revanth Reddy instructed the Greater Hyderabad Municipal Corporation (GHMC)

KOLKATA: West Bengal Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee on Saturday said that the state government will bring in a resolution against the NEET and the newly established criminal laws, in the next session of the Legislative Assembly. Raising apprehensions about the new set of criminal laws that came into being on July 1, Banerjee said, I dont know what they have done with the new criminal laws. Even doctors and journalists are afraid of it. Freedom is at stake. Despite no evidence, one can fall victi

HYDERABAD: The rich and diverse culinary heritage of Rajasthan came alive at The Westin Hyderabad Mindspace with the spectacular Rajasthani Food Festival, which concluded recently. This culinary adventure transported our taste buds to the heart of Rajasthan with an authentic taste of Marwari and Rajputana cuisine, showcasing the vibrant flavours and creative culinary traditions of the region, ensuring a truly satisfying experience. The food festival was curated by Chef Ashwani, a Rajasthan-born

Like most 30-year-olds, Im also quite set in my ways. I know Ill be wearing the same plain Jockey T-shirt always, I know Ill be having idly every morning, and my music playlist has been the same since 1970. The only scope of trying anything new is a hairstylist, that too because there is an assurance that if I end up looking like APJ Abdul Kalam, it can be fixed in just one month, which includes a two-week period of being made fun of by friends. Here are all the hairstyles people from my generat

HYDERABAD : It is time for the Bonalu festivities, and apart from participating in the poojas and customs that come along with the festival, the main highlight is the delicious food that brings joy to everyone. Radisson, Hitech City, has crafted a special Bonalu menu this weekend to entice your taste buds and transport you to a world of rich and tasty cuisine curated just for the festival. This sumptuous menu, prepared by Executive Chef Bala at Cascade, Radisson, Hitech City, will be hosted on J

HYDERABAD : The marine world offers so much to us, and when it comes to navigating the choppy waters, we often look towards Navy officials who have been crucial in many expeditions that have made our country proud. CE had the opportunity to speak with Captain Dilip Donde, the first Indian to complete a solo unassisted circumnavigation of the globe under sail, during a session organised by YFLO on the endless possibilities in the blue economy. What are the challenges that you usually encounter in

HYDERABAD : Intricate lines filled with bold colours Madhubani art, rooted in the lanes of the Mithila region, holds its own significance and narratives. While its exact origin is unknown, natives believe that King Janaka requested the depiction of his daughter Sitas wedding through this art form. Over the years, this art form has been passed down by the women of the Madhubani district in Bihar, and it is named after this place. Vidhushini Prasad, founder of Madhubani Arts India, carries this l

HYDERABAD: A group of journalists met the newly appointed Telangana DGP, Jitender, on Thursday and requested him to consider departmental action against the inspector who had purportedly manhandled a reporter while he was covering a protest at Osmania University. The delegation of journalists informed the DGP that OU inspector Rajender had grabbed a Telugu TV news channel reporter, Sri Charan, by the collar and made him sit in a patrol car even as the reporter claimed that he was merely doing hi