Telangana Gig Workers Union Seeks Roll Out Of Govt-Run Ride Hailing App
The Telangana Gig and Platform Workers Union (TGPWU) has reportedly urged roll out of a government-run ride hailing app. As
Telangana: BRS postpones Mahabubabad Maha Dharna after cops deny permission
Hyderabad: The Bharat Rashtra Samithi (BRS) has postponed its planned Maha Dharna in Mahabubabad, originally scheduled for Thursday, November 21, aimed at supporting the tribals and farmers of Lagcherla over the contentious land acquisition row. This decision follows the last-minute denial of police permission for the event. In response, the party intends to approach the Get the latest updates in Hyderabad City News , Technology , Entertainment , Sports , Politics and Top Stories on WhatsApp & Telegram by subscribing to our channels. You can also download our app for Android and iOS .
Hyderabad: HC orders survey in Ameenpur following HYDRAA demolition
Hyderabad: In a significant development for villa owners in Patelguda, Ameenpur municipality, the Telangana High Court has ordered a survey of the disputed land following the demolition of several properties by the Hyderabad Disaster Response and Asset Monitoring and Protection Agency (HYDRAA) two months ago. This decision comes as a partial relief to the affected Get the latest updates in Hyderabad City News , Technology , Entertainment , Sports , Politics and Top Stories on WhatsApp & Telegram by subscribing to our channels. You can also download our app for Android and iOS .
Tamil Nadu to introduce Battery Energy Storage Systems to boost green energy infrastructure
CHENNAI: In a major step towards strengthening renewable energy infrastructure, Tamil Nadu Green Energy Corporation Limited (TNGEC) is set to introduce Battery Energy Storage Systems (BESS) for the first time in the state. Under the central governments Viability Gap Funding (VGF) Scheme, 30% of the capital cost for BESS, or `27 crore per MW, whichever is lower, will be provided as financial support. Tamil Nadu is among the six renewable energy-rich states that was allocated BESS capacities under the initiative alongside Gujarat, Karnataka, Rajasthan, Telangana, and Maharashtra. A senior official told TNIE, The Ministry of Power has issued operational guidelines for the state component of the VGF Scheme to promote BESS. With over 70% of renewable energy capacity connected to interstate transmission systems (InSTS), there is a critical need to support state utilities in developing InSTS-connected BESS, especially in states with high solar energy generation. The BESS installations are planned at Tangedco and Tantransco substations to enhance energy storage and distribution. Currently, Tamil Nadu Electricity Board (TNEB) is conducting a detailed feasibility study across its 1,091 substations, including 765 kV, 400 kV, and 230 kV facilities. Setting up 1 MW of BESS requires 4 to 5 acres of land, and suitable locations are being inspected, another official said. The process of identifying feasible sites is ongoing, after which tenders will be floated for bidders, the official added. The Central Electricity Authoritys recent National Electricity Plan has also highlighted the growing need for energy storage systems as renewable energy integration increases. To ensure grid stability and manage peak loads, adopting BESS is essential, the official said. Why adopt BESS BESS initiative marks a significant move towards making Tamil Nadu a leader in renewable energy management and storage solutions
Municipal corporations tax revenue share rise in recent years: Data
Corporations in the southern States Karnataka, Telangana, and Tamil Nadu are on top of the list in terms of own tax revenue generation
HYDERABAD: Leader of Opposition in Lok Sabha Rahul Gandhi on Wednesday hailed the Telangana governments efforts to bring in a legislation for the welfare of gig workers . He asked Chief Minister A Revanth Reddy to make an effective law for gig workers by holding state-wide public consultations. Recently, Rahul Gandhi has written a letter to the chief minister, which the latter made public on Wednesday, through X. In his letter, Rahul Gandhi said: I request you to conduct state-wide public consultations for the draft legislation for gig workers. Hearing from all parties will ensure that the law is robust, effective and meaningful. The process can also help anchor future regulations for this sector. He said he was pleased with Telangana moving forward with a draft law, honouring Congress guarantee to the people of Telangana. He said: During my recent visit to Hyderabad, I was impressed by the vibrant public consultative process for the socio, economic, educational, employment, political and caste survey. It offers a valuable model to ensure law makers here to emerge directly from the people. He stated that the Congress stood for the wellbeing of workers. Our manifesto is committed to bringing forth a law to protect gig workers and enhance social security. In the states we govern we have taken several steps in this direction, he added. He mentioned that over the last decade, lakhs of workers have joined the gig economy. The generous initiatives in early years also helped many acquire income generating assets. However, time and again, workers have highlighted their vulnerabilities that arise due to their nature of employment. The absence of regulations further diminished their ability to negotiate or demand fair terms of work. Exploitative work conditions, predatory pricing and the lack of an effective grievance redressal mechanism must be addressed. Furthermore, workers grapple with social discrimination and inhumane conduct in their daily work. Meanwhile, responding to Rahul Gandhis letter, Revanth Reddy promised to make the Telangana state gig workers policy comprehensive, inclusive, fair and pioneering, in line with Rahul Gandhis vision and promise. Replying to Rahul Gandhi, on X, the chief minister said: All of our work is inspired by your vision, ideas and work. It gives us more energy to know that the Telangana caste survey has made you feel proud.
CM Revanth Reddy launches major development projects worth Rs 679 crore in Vemulawada
RAJANNA-SIRCILLA : In his first visit to Vemulawada since assuming office, Chief Minister A. Revanth Reddy on Wednesday laid the foundation for various development works estimated to cost Rs 679 crore in the temple town. The chief minister, who performed special pujas and the Kode Mokkulu (ox offering) ritual at the Sri Raja Rajeshwara Swamy temple, also inspected the proposed development plan for the temple. The government has allocated Rs 76 crore for the plan. It is worth mentioning that ahead of the CMs visit, the government sanctioned Rs 35 crore for the Nitya Annadana Satram at the Sri Raja Rajeshwara Swamy temple. On Wednesday, Revanth also laid the foundation for 4,696 Indiramma houses (estimated cost Rs 236 crore) and for the construction of a special block at the Sircilla Government Medical College (estimated cost Rs 166 crore). Other works for which the chief minister laid the foundation virtually from the temple premises included road widening works from Mula Vagu to Sri Raja Rajeshwara Swamy temple (estimated cost Rs 47.85 crore), a technical centre at Rudrangi mandal (Rs 42 crore), construction of a PHC at Veernapally mandal (Rs 1.50 crore), and a junior college at Medipally (Rs 5 crore). He also inaugurated the Sircilla District SP office (built with Rs 28 crore in funds), a library building (Rs 1.45 crore), and a womens hostel (Rs 4.80 crore), all located in Vemulawada. The chief minister also released Rs 5 crore for land acquisition for the Sri Pada Yellampally Project canals and Rs 11.79 crore for the Kaleshwaram Lift Irrigation Scheme, Package 9 works.
Proposed Gulf Board will ensure welfare of migrant workers: CM Revanth Reddy
KARIMNAGAR : Chief Minister A Revanth Reddy on Wednesday announced that a Gulf Board will be set up for the welfare of Gulf workers. Addressing a meeting in Vemulawada, the chief minister said: Several people from Sricilla, Vemulawada and other places go to Gulf nations and other Middle Eastern countries to earn a living and for better prospects. In the unfortunate event of these workers die while working in those countries, their children become orphans. Thats why the state government has decided to set up the Gulf Board to support their families. On the eve of Revanths visit to Vemulawada, Rs 5 lakh each were deposited into the bank accounts of the kin of 17 workers who died in Gulf on Tuesday. I have directed the officials to deposit the money into the bank accounts yesterday. I have handed over cheques to the kin of a few other Gulf workers at the Secretariat recently, the chief minister said. He said that the idea of providing financial assistance to the family members of Gulf victims came when he undertook a padayatra. During the padayatra, local leaders like MLC T Jeevan Reddy, Medipally Satyam and Adi Srinivas suggested that welfare measures be initiated to help the Gulf victims and their families, he added. It may be mentioned here that the state government issued orders in September this year to provide Rs 5 lakh financial assistance to the Gulf victims.
TPCC meet to discuss census, internal discord
HYDERABAD: With an objective to discuss Congress governments governance, caste census, municipal elections, and internal discord among a few leaders in the constituencies, Telangana Pradesh Congress Committee (TPCC) executive committee is scheduled to meet on Thursday. Deputy Chief Minister Mallu Bhatti Vikramarka, and several other ministers, MLAs, MPs, MLCs, corporation chairpersons besides AICC Telangana in-charge Deepa Dasmunshi, and other AICC secretaries will participate in the meeting. The timing of the executive committee assumes significance as it is being organised after the conclusion of polling for Maharashtra and Jharkhand Assembly elections. This development triggers the speculations of possible appointments of the partys internal committees. The partys rank and file at various levels are unhappy with non-appointment to partys and government nominated posts. In the wake of the Congress nearing completion of its first year in government in the state, the party functionaries are planning to bring pressure on the leadership in the internal fora. During the previous executive committee meeting, the party second-rung leaders complained that the ministers, MLAs, MLCs, and MPs are not accessible to them. With the situation remaining more or less the same, according to sources in the Gandhi Bhavan, the issue is also likely to come up once again. In the light of news reports suggesting non-cooperation of residents for caste survey in the urban areas, the party is likely to direct its cadres to accompany the surveyors and ensure that the exercise goes on without any hindrance.
People waiting for KCR to return to power: Harish
HYDERABAD: BRS leader and former finance minister T Harish Rao on Wednesday claimed that people were eagerly waiting for K Chandrasekhar Raos rule again. He expressed confidence that the BRS would win 100 seats, whenever Assembly elections were held. Harish Rao visited Kurumurthy temple in Mahabubnagar and prayed to the presiding deity to pardon them for electing the Congress. He said that Chief Minister A Revanth Reddy swore by all the gods in the state to implement several welfare programmes but failed to keep his promise. One should face divine wrath after failing to keep the promises made solemnly in the name of god. That is why I came to this temple and wanted the god to pardon him, Harish Rao remarked. He listed out the assurances the Congress government allegedly failed to implement in the last one year. Taking a dig at the government, the BRS leader alleged that the CM who was issuing memos to excise officials for not meeting liquor sale targets had no time to keep track of the progress of paddy and cotton purchases.
Kerala: Kadalundi government schools wall transcends geographical boundaries
KOCHI: A wall is not just brick and mortar. It represents a regions culture and the technology employed in its construction. In a matter of pride for residents, a wall of Government Fisheries LP School at Kadalundi will adorn Wall House, a dream project executed by Vikram Divecha, a visiting assistant professor in Arts and Art History at the New York University in Abu Dhabi, UAE. Though the school was established in 1921, the wall selected for the Wall House project is only 26 year old. The building was constructed using laterite stone in 1999, but the authorities decided to demolish it as it was declared unfit. Wall House is envisioned as an indoor centre encasing hundreds of walls and facade sections extracted from buildings slated for demolition across the globe. In this undertaking of an urgent archiving of the present, each wall is selected by local communities and researchers, a process of shifting of authorship that challenges the notion of traditional museology, Vikram told TNIE. At its core, these walls are about people. Once released from architecture, they hold the potential of being reborn as a social object. Each wall serves as a starting point for expansive sociocultural mappings of time and place. The wall fragments stand in as bearers of histories of tenants, infrastructure, materiality, aesthetics, and culture. A gift to the future, these community of walls will become ambassadors of an alternative and inclusive cultural history, he explained. Vikram said he always knew a wall from Kerala will hold special meaning for Malayalis in the UAE. It was fate that I was approached by the Faizal and Shabana Foundation about salvaging a wall from a school in Kerala. This exactly fits my approach as I want local communities to select the wall. The removal and transportation of the wall is funded by Jameel Arts Centre, he said. The wall of Kadalundi Government Fisheries LP School being ransported in an open container Transporting wall took 8 days by road, cost Rs 1.4L Headmistress P Reena said it was a matter of pride for the school that a wall of its demolished building will be displayed at the Wall House in Abu Dhabi. We were approached by the foundation seeking permission to preserve the wall, when we decided to demolish the building. The wall features a picture representing Kerala culture, Reena said. Ceekay Global Trading Co in Kozhikode, owned by Kerala Exporters Forum secretary Munshid Ali, is transporting the wall. The biggest challenge was taking the wall from Kadalundi to the Kochi port, said Munshid. Though the distance from Kozhikode to Kochi is only 200 km, it took eight days for the trailer truck carrying the wall to reach Kochi. The 18-wheel low floor vehicle brought from Telangana had to take the Kozhikode-Palakkad route to avoid disruption of traffic. We decided to move the trailer only during night, but it was a Herculean task to remove the low-hanging power cables, he said. The normal fare to transport a container from Kozhikode to Kochi is `30,000, but Munshid had to pay `1.4 lakh due to the risks involved in transportation. The wall was loaded onto an open container brought from Mumbai by Sree Trans Logistics on Wednesday. Cargo vessel SSL Kaveri will set sail from Kochi port to Jebel Ali Port in UAE with the wall on Thursday.
Telangana HC questions legality of ex-MLA Narender Reddys arrest; wife files contempt petition
HYDERABAD: Justice K Lakshman of the Telangana High Court on Wednesday raised serious questions about the legality and procedure followed in the arrest of former MLA Patnam Narender Reddy . Hearing a bail petition filed by the former MLA, Justice Lakshman expressed concern over discrepancies in the account of the arrest, which has been a point of contention between his counsel and the prosecution. Senior counsel Gandra Mohan Rao , representing Narender Reddy , told the court that his client was arrested while on a morning walk at KBR Park. However, Public Prosecutor Palle Nageshwar Rao countered this claim, asserting that the arrest was made at Narender Reddys residence. The court questioned why Narender Reddys family was not informed about his arrest if it took place at his home, as required by law. Instead, the police informed one Saleem, a close associate of the former MLA. The judge remarked that such actions violated established arrest procedures and observed, The arrest of the petitioner was conducted as if he is a terrorist. The arrest followed accusations that Narender Reddy conspired to instigate farmers and others to oppose a government land acquisition policy, particularly in connection with the Lagcherla incident. However, the judge expressed scepticism about the prosecutions claims, questioning whether the allegations of conspiracy were substantiated. The judge noted that call data records showed Narender Reddy had made only one or two calls per day to farmers or associates in the 10-15 days preceding the incident, which was insufficient to establish a conspiracy. Another point of contention was the medical report of injuries sustained by government officials during the Lagcherla incident. The judge highlighted that the report, issued by a NIMS doctor, showed no evidence of grievous injuries. Furthermore, the presence of question marks in the report raised doubts about its authenticity and reliability. The court directed the public prosecutor to furnish statements from the co-accused, including Lakshmiah and two others, whose testimonies led to Narender Reddys inclusion in a remand report dated November 13, 2024. The matter was adjourned to Thursday for further hearing. NARENDER REDDYS WIFE MOVES COURT FOR CONTEMPT Patnam Shruti, wife of former MLA Patnam Narender Reddy, filed a contempt petition in the Telangana High Court on Wednesday, accusing senior police officers of illegal arrest and non-compliance with the Supreme Courts directives outlined in the landmark DK Basu vs. State of West Bengal (1997) judgment. The officers named in the petition include Multi Zone-II IGP V Satyanarayana; Vikarabad Superintendent of Police K Narayan Reddy, Bomraspet Inspector Sridhar Reddy and Bomraspet Sub-Inspector Md Abdul Rauf. Shrutis petition alleges that her husband was apprehended in broad daylight in an inhuman manner, with none of the mandatory safeguards outlined in Paragraph 35 of the DK Basu judgment being followed. The petition says that the arresting officers did not wear uniforms or carry visible identification as required, instead appearing in plain clothes.
Telangana: 25 children fall ill after having mid-day meals at school
Telangana: 25 children fall ill after having mid-day meals at school Hyderabad: At least 25 children were taken ill after consuming mid-day meals at a government school in Telanganas Narayanpet district on Wednesday. The incident occurred at Zilla Parishad School at Maganoor. While having their lunch, the students complained of vomiting. The school staff and [] The post Telangana: 25 children fall ill after having mid-day meals at school appeared first on Mangalorean.com .
Winter finally arrives as temperatures dip across Telangana
HYDERABAD: For the first time this season, the mercury dipped below the 100C mark on Wednesday, heralding the much-awaited arrival of winter in the state. As per the TGDPS reports, Kohir in Sangareddy recorded the lowest minimum temperature of 90C while Sirpur in Kumurambheem-Asifabad district was the second coldest place in the state at 9.70C both in the range of orange alert. Further, the minimum temperature in as many as 28 districts dipped below the 150C mark. The average temperature in the state was 14.90C against the normal minimum temperature of 18.60C. Within Greater Hyderabad limits, Shabad in Rangareddy district recorded the lowest minimum temperature of 110C. As per the IMD, the mercury is very likely to drop further as the daytime temperatures have already gone below the 330C range statewide. The highest maximum temperature in the state was 32.50C in Khammam. The IMD said that mainly low-level easterlies/north-easterlies prevail over the state. For the next 48 hours, Hyderabad will experience partly cloudy sky and misty or hazy conditions are very likely to prevail during morning hours. The maximum and minimum temperatures are likely to be around 290C and 150C respectively. Surface winds are likely to be easterlies/north-easterlies with wind speeds around 04-08 kmph.
15 students fall sick in Maganoor ZPHS after having lunch
HYDERABAD: As many as 15 students fell ill reportedly after having lunch at the Zilla Parishad High School in Maganoor of Narayanpet district on Wednesday. The students consumed boiled eggs with dal and rice for lunch. Officials suspect that the eggs might have affected their digestion and led to vomiting. Chief Minister A Revanth Reddy expressed anger over the incident and directed the collector to suspend the ones responsible. He enquired about the health of the students and directed officials to provide immediate treatment. The CM also ordered the Chief Medical Officer (CMO) to investigate the cause and submit a report. Two suspended, agency terminated Meanwhile, later in the day, the director of the School Education department issued orders suspending the school headmaster, Muralidhar Reddy, and the in-charge headmaster and Midday Meal (MDM) in-charge, Bapu Reddy. The department also terminated the services of the MDM agency providing meals to the school over its negligence of duty. Operation cover-up? Around 4 pm, the school management contacted a PHC doctor after some students began vomiting. The doctor treated the students at the school and later moved them to the Mahbubnagar General Hospital. The department said 15 students are undergoing treatment. DMHO K Sow Bhagyalaxmi told TNIE that the condition of all the students was stable. The official added that one student developed skin rashes, but was now in stable condition. All the students have been given antibiotics. They will all be discharged tomorrow (Thursday), the DMHO confirmed. Meanwhile, when food safety officials visited the school in the evening, all the food containers and vessels had already been cleaned.
EV tax break sparks hope; questions persist
HYDERABAD: The governments announcement of a 100% exemption on road tax and registration fees for electric vehicles (EVs) has evoked mixed reactions from stakeholders and experts. While the move to promote green mobility and environment-friendly vehicles has been widely welcomed, concerns are being raised about addressing existing challenges in manufacturing, battery technology and charging infrastructure. Speaking to TNIE, Venugopal Rao Nellutla, an electric mobility expert and independent consultant, called the tax exemption commendable for boosting consumer confidence by reducing EV costs. However, he urged the government to prevent unethical practices, such as the artificial inflation of ex-showroom prices by Original Equipment Manufacturers (OEMs) or dealers of EVs. To safeguard consumer interests and maintain policy integrity, he suggested introducing a price monitoring mechanism. He recommended establishing a regulatory body to track and audit EV pricing trends before and after the exemptions implementation. Drawing parallels with the Gujarat Energy Development Agency model, Venugopal said the government should mandate transparency in pricing. OEMs and dealers must provide a detailed price breakup, including the manufacturer billing price, logistics, margins and taxes, to ensure consumers, particularly ill-informed buyers of three-wheeler EVs, are fully informed, he said, adding that penalties should be imposed on violators for manipulating prices. Focus on infra Alwala Devender Reddy, founder of Eride E-Mobility, highlighted the policys potential to reduce vehicular emissions and contribute to Indias goal of achieving carbon neutrality by 2070. Speaking to TNIE, he noted improvements in battery safety following the introduction of the Automotive Research Association of India and International Centre for Automotive Technology standards. New software and awareness initiatives have mitigated battery-related incidents. Transitioning from lithium-ion to hydrogen batteries is the next step, he said. However, Devender highlighted the urgent need to expand charging infrastructure, especially along highways. He also advocated for a unified One Nation, One EV Policy to accelerate EV adoption, stressing that EVs and Internal Combustion Engine (ICE) vehicles would need to coexist during the transition phase. Concerns of consumers Auto drivers expressed apprehensions about the policys impact on existing CNG, LPG and ICE-powered auto-rickshaws. We are awaiting detailed guidelines. The government must ensure support for non-EV rickshaws to prevent their marginalisation under the new policy, said Sathi Reddy, a member of the Joint Action Committee of the Auto Drivers Union. Consumers, while welcoming the tax exemption, flagged issues of range anxiety and inadequate charging stations as barriers to choosing EVs over ICE vehicles. Experts also acknowledged the issue of range anxiety among EV users, particularly car owners, and emphasised the need for further R&D in this area. Mahesh Kumar, a car rental business owner from Rangareddy, said, The incentives on road tax and registration fees sound profitable, but range and charging time challenges make me hesitant to switch to EVs immediately.
Telangana boosts tourism: new cottages unveiled at Laknavaram Lake's third island
MULUGU: Asserting that the tourism sector in Telangana was on the rise, Tourism Minister Jupally Krishna Rao on Wednesday said the Congress government was committed to maintaining the states position as a top tourism destination in the country. He, along with Panchayat Raj Minister D Anasuya, alias Seethakka, inaugurated the newly developed cottages on the third island of Laknavaram lake, dedicating the facilities to the public. Speaking to the media, Krishna said Laknavaram lake, already a major tourist attraction with its two islands, has been further enhanced with the development of cottages on the third island by the Telangana Tourism Development Corporation at a cost of Rs 7 crore. He compared Laknavaram lakes third island to some of the most famous tourist destinations in the country and abroad, such as Shimla, Munnar and the Maldives, stating, These places cannot match the charm of our third island. Krishna Rao also revealed that the state has written to the Centre seeking Rs 259 crore to develop tourist spots across the state. Spending time in nature not only rejuvenates the soul but also adds years to ones life. Money should not be a constraint when it comes to experiencing such beauty, he said.
Five police teams formed to nab bank robbers: CP
WARANGAL: A day after the robbery at the State Bank of India (SBI) Raiparthy branch, investigation is ongoing. Warangal Commissioner of Police (CP) Amber Kishore Jha inspected the branch and inquired about the incident on Wednesday. Speaking to the media, the CP stated that the professional robbers shut the alarm and CCTV cameras and entered the bank by cutting the rear door. Five teams have been deployed to nab the accused. He further stated that the robbers are trying to use the same modus operandi in other states. Branch Manager M Satyanarayana assured the customers that the bank has detailed records of the stolen items. In case of an emergency, customers will be provided with the equivalent monetary value of their mortgaged gold ornaments. Regular bank services will resume on Thursday, he added.
CM Revanth Reddy must intervene to end private colleges strike: Krishnaiah
The president of the National BC Welfare Association demands Chief Ministers intervention to clear pending fee reimbursement dues to private colleges in Telangana
TGPSC Releases Candidates for Group-IV Posts
Hyderabad : The Telangana Public Service Commission (TGPSC) has announced the list of provisionally selected candidates for Group-IV positions, including junior assistant, junior accountant, and ward officer, under the Telangana State Municipal Ministerial Subordinate Service. Certificate verification is scheduled for November 21 and 22, 2024, and will be conducted at the office of the regional director-cum-appellate commissioner of municipal administration in Warangal. The verification will take place at the KUDA complex, located near Maxcare Elashila Hospital in Hanamkonda. Region-wise post allocation: RMDA Hyderabad region: Junior assistant: 95 Junior accountant: 121 Ward officers: 958 RMDA Warangal region: Junior assistant: 75 Junior accountant: 97 Ward officers: 871
Telangana: Child Rights Should be Protected, Says Judge
Nizamabad: District Judge Sunitha Kunchala emphasised the importance of protecting children's rights, urging everyone to be aware of these fundamental rights. Speaking at the conclusion of Child Rights Week on Wednesday in Nizamabad, she highlighted the need for strong measures to ensure the safety and well-being of children. Judge Kunchala stressed that children must be provided with their essential rights, including the right to live, recognition, development, education, and entertainment. She also called for strict prevention of child labor and illegal child trafficking. The meeting was attended by women commission member Sudam Laxmi, district welfare officer Sheik Rasool Bi, DLSA secretary Padmavathi, additional DCP G. Baswa Reddy, Siddaiah, and other officials.
BRS Nominees Hang on to Crucial Posts Even as Congress Government Readies for First Anniversary
Hyderabad : The Congress government in Telangana is approaching its first anniversary in office in another two weeks, yet several high-ranking officials appointed by the Bharat Rashtra Samithi (BRS) regime continue to retain their positions, raising eyebrows within administrative circles. Despite a review of their roles and perceived loyalties to BRS leadership, no concrete action has been taken to replace these individuals, sparking criticism and speculation. Among the most notable names are Shakti Nagappan, director of life sciences and pharma; N.V.S. Reddy (managing director of HMRL); Amarnath Reddy Atmakuri (chief relations officer-Information Technology, electronics and communications department) and Archana Suresh (director of T-SIG), the CSR wing of the state government. Reports suggest that these officials remain closely aligned with former IT minister K.T. Rama Rao and the BRS leadership. The review undertaken by the Congress government reportedly highlighted that many of these officials had worked in close proximity with Rama Rao and continue to maintain cordial relationships with him. Their social media activity reflects this loyalty, as few of them follow and engage with Rama Raos platforms while ignoring Chief Minister A. Revanth Reddy and official government handles. Despite these findings, no replacements or show-cause notices have been issued, leading to speculation about influential figures shielding these officials. The re-evaluation reportedly found that they had failed to meet the expectations of the current administration. Nagappan played a key role in the BRS government's pet project, Hyderabad Pharma City, which has since been scrapped by the Congress government. Nagappan is considered to be very close to Rama Rao. The review found that he had failed to deliver on key pharma projects over the past one year. N.V.S. Reddy's public remarks about Hyderabad Metro Rail's financial struggles have drawn sharp criticism. He recently stated that the project is burdened with over Rs.6,000 crore in losses and has failed to attract private or institutional funding for expansion. These comments have undermined the Congress governments and Revanth Reddy's push for Metro Rail expansion, prompting discussions about finding a replacement from the Indian Railway Service. Although he managed to survive in this position since 2007, his exit looks imminent with his controversial remarks on Metro Rail expansion. Amarnath Reddy, despite his 10-year tenure under the BRS regime, continues to exhibit social media loyalty towards Rama Rao. The social media audit revealed that he continues to follow Rama Rao on social media platforms but ignores Revanth Reddy. Archana Suresh is facing allegations of her ongoing collaboration with the BRSs IT and social media wings, which have led to concerns about her impartiality. The Congress government is reportedly keen to ensure that state-led organisations operate without political interference. A recommendation has been made to replace these officials as part of a broader effort to restore the autonomy and efficiency of state institutions. This initiative aligns with the Chief Ministers agenda to reorient the governments focus towards innovation and entrepreneurship, free from the lingering influences of the BRS regime. While the Congress government has yet to take decisive action, sources suggest that a reshuffle of key positions is on the cards. This is seen as a critical move as it can bolster the Congress governments image and ensure smooth execution of its policies in the coming years.
Hyderabad: BJP state general secretary Premender Reddy criticised that the government is celebrating its first anniversary after failing to keep its promises made by them in Warangal as part of the farmers' declaration. The Revanth Reddy government has failed in giving Rythu Bharosa and tenant farmers and labourers are waiting for the promises made to them, he said while addressing the media in the party's state office on Wednesday. The CM lied at the Warangal Arts College grounds from where they made promises. The government announced that they would waive off the crop loans of 64 lakh farmers but by their own admission, only 22 lakh farmers got the benefit. What happened to the PM Fasal Bima Yojana which was promised to be implemented? If the scheme is in place, Telangana farmers would have received thousands of crores in compensation after recent calamities, he noted. Premender Reddy demanded the government to come out with the data on how much paddy was bought and how much of that was of fine varieties. The state government has failed to buy paddy despite the Centre bearing the costs of purchase, storage and other expenses. The government is claiming credit for the 50,000 jobs that it did not give, he added.
Two officers from the Commercial Tax Department in ACB net
Two GHMC Sanitary Field Assistants caught accepting bribes by ACB
Stone laid for Vemulawada temple works
BRS ridicules Congress govt. claims of taking credit for paddy production rise
They seek to know what the Congress govt. did in 11 months towards paddy output increase
DC Edit | Telugus lead visa rush for US
Over half of Indian students in the US hail from Telangana and Andhra Pradesh, with India topping the list of global student contributors
Telangana: Katedan FBOs Severely Violate Food Safety Norms
Hyderabad: The state commissioner of food safety on Wednesday announced that the licenses of manufacturing units of two food business operators (FBOs) in the Kattedan industrial area in South Hyderabad were suspended and the establishments have been directed to cease operations during the suspension period. The task force team conducted inspections at SKR Food Products and Umani Foods International in Kattedan. Both industries make ginger garlic paste and have been found severely violating the food safety protocols. From SKR Food Products, the officials seized 1,000 kg of ginger garlic paste on suspicion of adulteration and substandard quality. They collected samples and sent them to a lab for detailed analysis. The officials found the medical fitness certificates for food handlers, pest control records and water analysis reports were lacking. The manufacturing unit was in a highly unhygienic condition and water stagnation was observed. They noticed loose plaster flakes shedding from the roof right above the grinding and packing area. The unit also did not have insect-proof screens. From Umani Food International, the food safety officials seized 400 kg of packed ginger garlic paste. They also found 50 kg of Tartrazine, a synthetic food colour, suspected of being used in making ginger garlic paste. Other violations included a lack of name board and address details at the premises. The FBO initially obstructed the entry of food safety officials for inspection. Additionally, water stagnation was observed near cleaning and grinding areas. Cobwebs were found on walls and ceiling. The unit was highly unhygienic with no tight-fitting screens preventing the entry of insects. Food handlers were not wearing hair caps, gloves and aprons. Pest control records, medical fitness certificates for food handlers and water analysis reports were also not available with the management of Umani Food International. Further action on criminal and other civil provisions will be taken based on the lab analysis reports, the Commissioner posted on X.
Historic well of Hyderabad's Public Garden turns stinky
Hyderabad : The historic well near the Telangana Legislative Council building, next to Jubilee Hall in the Public Garden, Nampally, has fallen into neglect. It is now contaminated with drainage water and foul smell, worrying morning walkers and local environmentalists. The well, which provided clean water during the Nizam era and helped keep the area around Jubilee Hall and the legislative building green, has become infected due to drainage water. The contamination has killed at least 12 tortoises and 34 fish on November 20. Social activist Mohammed Abid Ali, told Deccan Chronicle , The well is not only a part of our heritage but an essential component of the garden's ecosystem. Ignoring this problem puts the buildings at risk and harms the health of both the legislative members and the people who visit the garden every day. Drainage water has been seeping into the well for the past seven days, said a security guard near the Legislative Council building. Despite complaints made to multiple departments, no action has been taken and the issue remains unresolved. One of the maintenance staff in the Public Garden said, Yes, the well became polluted due to debris and a drainage leak from a nearby concrete building. The leaked water has caused contamination in the area. We have already filed a complaint with the water board, but no action has been taken yet. This issue has been there for several days, and its frustrating because its not getting resolved.
Training key in disaster relief: Expert
Fire Services DG Mr Rajiv Ratan told DC that the department had undertaken random checks in commercial buildings of more than 15 metres height. (Photo: telanganaonline.in) Fire Services DG Mr Rajiv Ratan told DC that the department had undertaken random checks in commercial buildings of more than 15 metres height. (Photo: telanganaonline.in) Hyderabad: Disaster relief drills must mimic real-life conditions, like darkness and smoke. During a fire, things wont be easy. Training people to respond effectively under pressure is crucial, said Mr. Shingo Kawamura, former commissioner of fire and disaster management services, Japan, addressing a gathering at Na Ra JAPAN HUB at Kondapur. Explaining the objective of the event, Rama Bhadra, founder of the HUB, said, I lived in Japan for 18 years. My house collapsed during the 1995 earthquake. I saw the Japanese resilience and disaster response system up close. I realised the importance of sharing this knowledge. In his keynote address, Kawamura shared examples from Japan, where regular fire drills are mandatory and industries collaborate with fire departments to conduct these exercises twice a year. In Japan, the safety of workers is our priority, so we are slower but safer. In America, the approach is faster but riskier, he noted. Chief guest Y. Nagi Reddy, director general of Telangana disaster response and fire services, said, Japan is more prone to natural disasters, while Hyderabad is relatively safer, falling in zone 3 for earthquakes. However, we deal with floods, building collapses, and fire incidents98-99 per cent of which occur in non-high-rise buildings where regulations are not imposed. Another speaker Dr S.K. Jayachandra, former IPS officer, stressed the need for India to rethink its approach to disaster preparedness. We are least prepared to meet any calamity. Training is extremely important in disaster management, he said..
Telangana Bank robbery at Raiparthy was cakewalk for burglars
Warangal : The robbery at SBIs Raiparthy branch in Warangal district on Monday night has raised serious concerns about the safety and security measures in place at various banks. Burglars broke into the branch, looting cash and gold ornaments worth 10 crore that had been mortgaged by customers. They gained entry by removing the windows of the strong room and using tools like screwdrivers and gas cutters to open it. The crime came to light on Tuesday morning when the bank staff noticed the break-in and alerted their superiors. According to circle inspector K. Shravan Kumar, the branch did not have security guards. The burglars disabled the CCTV cameras by cutting electricity wires before gaining access to the strong room, where they stole 620 packets of gold ornaments. Eleven special teams, including a dog squad and forensic experts, have been deployed for the investigation. Residents in the vicinity reported no unusual sounds from the bank on Monday night, suggesting the robbery was meticulously planned. Police believe the burglars conducted a recce of the area beforehand and executed the heist with precision. A bank official, speaking on condition of anonymity, explained that SBI branches are categorised into three types: small branches, hand-ball branches, and main branches. Only main branches have highly secure strong rooms. The Raiparthy branch is a hand-ball branch, and its strong room lacks robust security features. The burglars targeted the room where gold ornaments were stored in bags, bypassing the lockers used by customers. Another employee highlighted that bank policies require the deployment of security guards, with three guards needed to provide 24-hour protection. However, guards are hired on an outsourcing basis with salaries ranging from 15,000 to 20,000, leading to concerns about their reliability since they are not permanent employees.
Telangana among states at risk of cold waves
State issues cold wave and seasonal flu advisory
Telangana HC Orders Survey of Lands in Patelguda Village
Hyderabad: The Telangana High Court made it clear that owners of buildings in Patelguda village of Ameenpur mandal in Sangareddy district are entitled to file cases against the municipal authorities, revenue department and HYDRAA before the competent civil court claiming compensation and damages for the illegal demolition of their structures, subject to the condition that their buildings are situated in private patta lands. The court clarified that if they are found to be in government land, then the residents cannot seek any relief. They will be left with only the option of urging the government to regularise their structures and the court cannot interfere in the said issue. Meanwhile, the court also directed the assistant director of survey and land records in the district to conduct survey and localisation of the lands forming part of survey nos. 6 and 12 of Patelguda village to fix the boundaries and to demarcate patta and government lands. Justice C.V. Bhaskar Reddy was dealing with a batch of petitions filed by residents of Patelguda, whose houses were recently demolished by revenue and civic authorities with the assistance of HYDRAA. The aggrieved house owners complained to the court that their buildings are situated in private patta land and their seller had obtained the nala conversion permission to convert the agricultural land into a residential zone. The petitioners also submitted registration documents and building permissions. Without issuing any notice or survey, the authorities had demolished the buildings, which is a violation of the principle of natural justice, the petitioners contended. On the contrary, revenue authorities brought to the notice of the court that the petitioners had, on the pretext of survey number six, encroached government land, which in survey number 12. Hence, a call was taken to raze the said buildings. During the course of hearing, the court faulted the revenue authorities for not protecting government land and how they could demolish the structures without giving any opportunity to other side. The court directed the conduct of a survey and fixing boundaries across the said survey numbers by issuing notices to the petitioners and others. The court also made it clear that the petitioners are entitled to institute appropriate cases before the competent civil court claiming compensation and damages for the illegal demolition of their structures. The court directed both sides to maintain status quo on the said lands till the completion of the said survey and localisation of the lands forming part of survey nos. 6 and 12 of Patelguda village.
Brewers Seek Govt Nod to Increase Prices of Beer
Hyderabad: The Brewers Association of India (BAI) has appealed to the state government to immediately allow beer companies to enhance prices, which was last revised in 2019, given the problems they have been facing due to inflation. In a letter addressed to Chief Minister A. Revanth Reddy, BAI director general Vinod Giri said, The current basic prices allowed to beer supplier companies in Telangana are based on 2019 costs. Since then the cost of production has gone up by 35-40 per cent. However, the government has not allowed a basic price revision to compensate for this increase in cost of production. This has made operations in Telangana commercially unsustainable and future investments unviable. Recognizing the urgent need to increase supplier prices for beer, the incumbent state government had set up a price fixation committee (PFC) in July and directed all beer companies operating in the state to submit their proposal for revised declared prices that is the price at which companies supply beer to the state government. It also directed BAI to present an industry perspective on the cost of production of beer and other factors that may affect their prices in the state. As per BAI personnel, the process of submissions, presentations and industry consultations was concluded by the first week of August but there has been no further progress on this front. In its letter to members of the PFC, the association mentioned, While the government allows price increase to suppliers only after a gap of a few years, the costs keep rising on a regular basis. Suppliers have been permitted price increase only twice in the last seven years-nine per cent-11 per cent in 2018 and 5.5 per cent-7.5 percent in 2022 which, with due indexing, is a net increase of 16-18 percent over last seven years, whereas the average cost of beer production has gone up by 45-50 percent over the same period as per the Wholesale Price Index (WPI) data from the Union government. BAI says that average cost of production has gone up by 35-40 per cent since the previous revision. Today the declared price for beer in Telangana is 30 per cent -50 per cent lower than that in the neighbouring states. This is not sustainable, and companies are incurring losses in supplying beer to the state. This is coming on top of the massive delays in payments by the government for the supplies made, which has made operations in the state commercially unsustainable. The association stated that in keeping with its reputation for being a progressive and business friendly state, the government should allow free pricing and permit companies to determine prices of their beer products as per the costs and brand demand, as is the practice in Karnataka and Maharashtra. Both states saw high investment inflow in alco-bev sector, the report said. Elaborating further BAI said, At the very least, the government should link prices with inflation using a credible inflation benchmark such as Wholesale price Index (WPI) and allow supplier companies an automatic increase in the prices of their product Being fair to the suppliers, it will also ensure that the government tax collections are also inflation-adjusted.
Telangana CM Abuses PM, Kishan to Cover Up His Failures: BJP
Hyderabad: BJP Legislature Party leader Alleti Maheshwar Reddy said the BRS looted the state in the name of Kaleshwaram, Mission Kakatiya and Mission Bhagiratha but the probe against them has not progressed. He further asked if there was any progress in the phone-tapping case and others. Addressing the media at the party headquarters in Hyderabad he said, Is the CM celebrating his failure to deliver on the promises made? The CM has become synonymous with thousands of crores of corruption in the name of Fourth City and Musi beautification. Only the CM and his ministerial colleagues have benefitted in the last 11 months. If he has guts he should come out and celebrate among the people. Opposition MLAs are being taken into the Congress by violating anti-defection laws. The attack on Prime Minister Narendra Modi and Union Minister G. Kishan Reddy is reflective of his attempts to cover his failures and subservience to Sonia Gandhi and mirrors the tenacious nature of his CM post, he said. On Prime Ministers comments on Telangana formation, the BJP leader said that he had only expressed the opinion that the UPA should have been more thoughtful while dividing the state. How can the government which has failed to honour guarantees given to youth, farmers, women and unemployed celebrate its anniversary? Is the government celebrating its taking a debt of Rs 75,000 crore in the last 11 months or creating fear in the minds of people by demolishing homes in the name of protection of lakes? Are you celebrating the hiked estimate of Rs 1.5 lakh to fill the pockets of your favoured contractors? he asked.
DCA raids unlicensed shops, seizes drugs
Hyderabad: The Drugs Control Administration (DCA) officials carried out a series of raids across Telangana, uncovering illegal drug stocks and products being sold with misleading advertisements. The officials raided an unlicensed premise in Thanamcherla village of Maripeda Mandal in Mahbubabad where drugs were being illegally stored for sale. The authorities seized drugs worth Rs 53,691, which included physicians samples, expired medications and institutional supply drugs. In a separate action, the DCA also targeted clinics operated by unqualified practitioners, seizing illegally stocked drugs intended for sale in various locations, including Chowdarpally village in Mahabubnagar, Sugur village in Wanaparthy and Adasarlapadu village in Khammam. Additionally, in Medchal, officials seized medicines such as Feroze-XT Tablets (ferrous ascorbate, folic acid and zinc tablets), which were being falsely marketed as 'food products/nutraceuticals.' The DCA also confiscated several medicines across the state due to misleading claims in advertisements. These included Volirun oil, an Ayurvedic product falsely claimed to treat rheumatism; tulasi leaf choornam, marketed as a cure for fevers; Ed Phenicol Eye Capsules, advertised for the prophylaxis and treatment of eye infections and urisis kit, an Ayurvedic medicine falsely promoted as a treatment for kidney stones.
Telangana govt providing ex-gratia of Rs 5L to kin of deceased Gulf workers: CM
Hyderabad: An ex-gratia of Rs five lakh is being provided to the families of Telangana natives who die while working in the Gulf countries, Chief Minister A Revanth Reddy said on Wednesday. State Congress NRI Cell convenor Manda Bheen Reddy said about 160 people from Telangana died in Gulf countries till date since December 7 Get the latest updates in Hyderabad City News , Technology , Entertainment , Sports , Politics and Top Stories on WhatsApp & Telegram by subscribing to our channels. You can also download our app for Android and iOS .
Telangana WSWs Month-Long Campaign Rescues 66 Children
Hyderabad: The Women Safety Wing (WSW) of Telangana police rescued 66 children from hazardous industries and work environments during the pan-India action month between October 21 and November 20. This month-long drive focused on identifying and rescuing children and adolescents involved in hazardous industries. Speaking on this occasion, Shikha Goel, DG, WSW, emphasised the importance of inter-agency cooperation and community involvement in combating child trafficking. The WSW held an online convergence meeting with AHTU police officers, child welfare officers, and NGOs on November 4 to prepare for the operation. Through an analysis of past crimes, the teams identified vulnerable pockets such as unregulated industrial units, brick kilns and areas where children are employed illegally. Based on this, efforts were made to rescue children involved in child labour, bonded labour and forced begging. Our teams conducted extensive searches in areas like railway stations, bus stations, religious places, traffic junctions, mechanic shops, brick industries, huge construction spots, shops, tea stalls and footpaths, she explained. The campaign rescued 66 children, registered 35 FIRs and 37 awareness programs conducted across the state. During this special drive, Cyberabad AHTU has rescued 27 children and registered 24 FIRs, the highest in the state. Additionally, 819 children rescued through Smile and Muskan Operations were enrolled in schools. This year, so far, 1,159 children have received a total of Rs 54.61 lakh in back wages through 435 bank accounts.
INCOIS issues swell surge and ocean current alerts to coastal areas
Telangana: Scammer posing as fake supplier, defrauds business man of Rs 6 lakh
Hyderabad: A businessman from Keesara, who was looking for coconut suppliers, ended up contacting a scammer and lost money to the tune of Rs 6.5 lakh after finalising a deal with the swindler. A case has been registered by the Rachakonda cybercrime police and the investigation is underway. The victim a 40-year-old trader Santosh T. was searching for coconut supplier online, and stumbled upon a fraudster Sharath. The duo had a discussion about the requirements and the deal was struck. To appear things real, Sharath showed fake quotations and asked the business man Santosh to pay Rs 50,000 as advance. Over a period of two months, the scammer was successful in luring the victim to transfer a sum of `6 lakh in his bank account. The accused provided the victim with invoices, weighing bills, and details about the shipment of the consignment. Santosh, in his complaint to the cybercrime police, stated that he was tracking the delivery of the consignment but it never reached Hyderabad. When Santosh asked Sharath about the delivery of the goods, he was told that transporting vehicle had some issues and stopped taking his calls further. Sharath also forwarded the fake transaction details (like RTGS and IMPS) claiming that the money had been refunded to the victims bank account. But the money was not returned. The scammer then sent post-dated cheques through a third party to the complainant, which also bounced. The victim then approached the Rachakonda cybercrime unit where a case was registered and a probe was launched.
Telangana: Cyber Fraudsters Target Citizens with Fake PM Schemes Apps
People asked to report crime in the Golden Hour which refers to a critical time window where the victim must report a cyber attack or a threat to the officials or contact 1930.
The Congress party states its government in Telangana is nearing completion of a caste survey. The party claims the survey will be finished in three weeks. Congress leader Rahul Gandhi says this survey will inform policymaking. The party contrasts this progress with the national government, which has not completed a similar survey.
Telangana: CM Revanth Defends Land Acquisition for Industries
Hyderabad : Chief Minister A. Revanth Reddy said that the Congress government was acquiring lands to establish industries and tackle the problem of unemployment by generating more jobs. Addressing a public meeting in Vemulawada on Wednesday, he said that land acquisition was essential for development and industrial growth. To support the affected landowners, the state government is offering significantly higher compensation tripling land values in areas where acquisitions are taking place, addressing the inadequacies of the current land acquisition act, which provides lower compensation, he maintained. The existing Land acquisition Act does not provide adequate compensation to farmers and landowners, who lose their lands for development projects, he said. To address this, I directed the chief secretary and district collectors to revise land values set by the state government. The revised compensation will be three times the existing value. For instance, a farmer receiving 10 lakh under the old Act will now receive Rs 30 lakh. These changes will encourage farmers to willingly hand over their lands for development projects, he said. The Chief Minister highlighted their approach, contrasting it with the policies of the BRS government. He accused the opposition of using owdy gangs to disrupt land acquisition efforts and creating hurdles for projects aimed at providing employment. Reddy alleged that the BRS government had forcibly acquired lakhs of acres for the Kaleshwaram project. This submerged 16 villages and the farmers were never adequately compensated. In stark contrast, the Congress government was acquiring only 1,100 acres of non-agricultural land across four villages in Kodangal for industrial development, he pointed out. I am not acquiring lakhs of acres like the BRS leaders did. My goal is to bring industries to my constituency and provide jobs to our youth. Why is the BRS opposing this he questioned. He accused the BRS government of mismanaging irrigation projects. He claimed that former chief minister K. Chandrashekar Rao prioritised personal and familial interests and constructed Kondapochamma sagar and Ranganayakasagar projects to benefit farmhouses owned by his family members. Rao spent over Rs 1.80 lakh crore on irrigation projects in 10 years but failed to provide any tangible irrigation facilities to farmers. Konda Pochamma sagar project was designed to supply water to his farmhouse, while Ranganayaka sagar project was earmarked for the farmhouse owned by his nephew Harish Rao, Revanth alleged. He took aim at Chandrashekar Raos family, particularly his son K.T. Rama Rao and newphew T. Harish Rao, for using inflammatory language against Congress leaders. Will he condone the language used by his son and nephew? Shouldnt we be setting up industries and providing jobs instead of obstructing development? he asked. Revanth Reddy accused Harish Rao of illegally transferring government-acquired lands for his personal use. He has a history of encroaching lands meant for public projects, including those under the Ranganayaka sagar project. Why is the opposition now showing hostility towards my constituency Kodangal, when I am trying to acquire lands to set up industries? he wondered. Our government is focused on balancing development with the rights of farmers and landowners, he said, promising transparency and accountability in all land acquisitions. The Chief Minister vowed to complete the Narayanpet-Kodangal lift irrigation project and push forward industrialisation initiatives despite opposition resistance.
Telangana: Roundtable meet on water concept held
Hyderabad: Dr M. Channa Reddy Memorial Trust organised a roundtable conference on the 'Four-Water Concept,' a proven watershed development model, proposed by Late T. Hanumanth Rao in Vikarabad on Wednesday. The event, called for sustainable solutions to address the districts water issues and contribute to the proposed Musi Riverfront Development project, saw participants who advocated for the implementation of Hanumanth Rao's Four-Water Concept. The trust questioned the Rs 7,000-crore Kodangal Lift Scheme, which aims to irrigate one lakh acres at a cost ofRs 7 lakh per acre, suggested instead a watershed programme costing just Rs 15,000 per acre. This approach, they argued, could revitalise agriculture in Vikarabad and boost the water flow in the Musi River, which originates in the district. Assembly Speaker and Vikarabad MLA G. Prasad Kumar assured full support for the trusts proposal, stating that such initiatives could bring much-needed relief to the district. Elaborating on this proposal, Chevella MP Konda Vishweshwar Reddy, environmentalist and member of the trust Prof. Purushotham Reddy and experts from WAPCOS, Ministry of Jal Shakti, also shared insights on leveraging technology for effective watershed management. A presentation was given on Hanumanth Raos model, which showed how it has been operational at Gottigaripalli village in Zaheerabad since 2001, has consistently supported three crops annually. It showed that despite its demonstrated success, it has received little attention in Telangana. Rajasthan, however, adopted the concept between 2013 and 2018 and has improved groundwater levels. The trust also proposed implementing the concept in the Musi River sub-basin to enhance its flow as part of the Musi project.
Telangana largest producer of paddy in India: Uttam Kumar
Karimnagar: Telangana leads the country in paddy production with 153 lakh metric tonnes cultivated across 66.7 lakh acres, according to irrigation minister and in-charge of the united Karimnagar district, Uttam Kumar Reddy. On Wednesday, Uttam Kumar, accompanied by Chief Minister A. Revanth Reddy, attended a massive public meeting led by Government Chief Whip Aadi Srinivas at Gudicheruvu ground in Vemulawada, Rajanna Sircilla district. Speaking at the event, Uttam Kumar expressed his happiness to visit the Sri Raja Rajeshwara Swamy temple as the in-charge minister of the united Karimnagar district and participate in its development initiatives. Highlighting the government's achievements, Uttam Kumar stated that the Congress government surpassed the expectations of BRS leaders by fulfilling poll promises, recruiting 50,000 youth within 11 months, and attracting significant investments to Telangana. The state government has sanctioned Rs 400 crore for the Gouravelli project and 70 crore for the Kalikota Suramma project, with an additional Rs 30 crore allocated to expedite the Suramma projects completion. Phase-I of the Yellampally Canal Stage-II works will soon supply irrigation water to 1.51 lakh acres, while Rs 170 crore has been allocated for pending works of the Yellampally Canal Network Package-II to irrigate 40,500 acres in Vemulawada and 2,500 acres in Korutla. The government is also committed to completing the Kaleshwaram project under Packages 9, 10, and 11 in Sircilla, which will supply water to 1 lakh acres. Additionally, around 3 crore people will receive ration cards, and fine rice distribution will commence within two months, he added.
Ex gratia disbursed to 17 families of deceased Gulf migrant workers
Atleast 50 students hospitalised due to food poisoning at Telangana govt school
Hyderabad: At least 50 students from Zilla Parishad High School in Maganur, Narayanapet district were hospitalised after consuming mid-day meals, with reports indicating food poisoning as the likely cause. Students began experiencing stomach aches and vomiting shortly after eating lunch provided at the school. School staff and teachers quickly took action, transporting the affected students Get the latest updates in Hyderabad City News , Technology , Entertainment , Sports , Politics and Top Stories on WhatsApp & Telegram by subscribing to our channels. You can also download our app for Android and iOS .
HC reserves order in plea over Patnam Narender Reddys remand in Lagacharla attack
Dedicated commission on BC quota to hold public hearing in Warangal tomorrow
Hyderabad: The dedicated commission constituted to submit its report on BC reservations in local body elections will be holding a public hearing at the Warangal district collectorate on Thursday, November 21. The commission chaired by B Venkateshwara Rao received the opinions from political parties, BC associations and intellectuals at the commissions office in Hyderabad on Get the latest updates in Hyderabad City News , Technology , Entertainment , Sports , Politics and Top Stories on WhatsApp & Telegram by subscribing to our channels. You can also download our app for Android and iOS .
Harish Rao criticises govt. on continued neglect of residential, other schools
Youll go to jail for Lagcherla conspiracy: Telangana CM Revanth to KTR
Hyderabad: Strongly criticising Bharat Rashtra Samithi (BRS) chief K Chandrashekar Rao (KCR) and BRS working president K T Rama Rao (KTR) for attempting to obstruct the land acquisition for the proposed Pharma Village in Kodangal constituency, Telangana chief minister A Revanth Reddy warned that KTR would certainly go to jail for allegedly conspiring to attack Get the latest updates in Hyderabad City News , Technology , Entertainment , Sports , Politics and Top Stories on WhatsApp & Telegram by subscribing to our channels. You can also download our app for Android and iOS .
Hyderabad Collector issues notification for elevated corridor land acquisition
Vikarabad attack: Police files petition seeking custody of key accused
Ponnala Foundation gold medal for students of Library and Information Science at OU
Deputy CM wants officials to take serious note on SC, ST sub-plan Act
Mr. Bhatti Vikramarka wants exclusive mechanism for implementation of the Act
KTR scuttling governments attempts to create jobs for youth, says Revanth Reddy
Telangana issues health advisory to safeguard against seasonal flu
Brewers body urges Telangana govt to approve price hike for alcholic beer
Hyderabad: The Brewers Association of India (BAI) representing major beer producers like United Breweries, AB InBev, and Carlsberg has urged the Telangana government to approve price increases for alcoholic beverages to offset inflation. In a letter to chief minister A Revanth Reddy, BAI director general Vinod Giri noted that the current prices allowed for beer Get the latest updates in Hyderabad City News , Technology , Entertainment , Sports , Politics and Top Stories on WhatsApp & Telegram by subscribing to our channels. You can also download our app for Android and iOS .
States procure only 2.6% of soyabean approved by Centre under price support scheme
Telangana procurement 55% of approved quantity but other States lag behind
66 children rescued from child labour in Telanganas month-long drive
Lagcherla violence: Telangana HC questions ex BRS MLAs arrest
Hyderabad: The Telangana High Court on Wednesday, November 20, questioned the arrest of former Bharat Rashtra Samithi (BRS) MLA Patnam Mahendar Reddy in connection with the Lagcherla violence in Vikarabad district. It is to be noted that Reddy was arrested by the Telangana police following the violent protest against the proposed pharma city in Kodangal Get the latest updates in Hyderabad City News , Technology , Entertainment , Sports , Politics and Top Stories on WhatsApp & Telegram by subscribing to our channels. You can also download our app for Android and iOS .
Retired TGSRTC employee goes missing in Hyderabads Uppal
Hyderabad: In a concerning event, a retired employee of the Telangana State Road Transport Corporation (TGSRTC), has been reported missing for the past three days. The 62-year-old man, K Srinivasa Rao, who resides in Chilkanagar, Uppal, Hyderabad, was reportedly in a poor state of health and had difficulties in speaking and walking. The family of Get the latest updates in Hyderabad City News , Technology , Entertainment , Sports , Politics and Top Stories on WhatsApp & Telegram by subscribing to our channels. You can also download our app for Android and iOS .
Long delays in responses undermine Telanganas RTI framework
Railways have transported around 1.07 lakh pilgrims from other States, mainly Andhra Pradesh, Telangana, Karnataka and Tamil Nadu, to Kerala during so far this season
In a first, market panel chief selected through written test and interview
Educated persons should excel in politics: Jukkal MLA Thota Lakshmi Kantha Rao
Telangana govt to hold free mock tests for TGPSC Group 2 exam candidates
Hyderabad: The department of minorities welfare in Telangana has announced free mock tests to support candidates preparing for the TGPSC Group 2 exam. The tests for the Group 2 exam will be held in various districts of Telangana under the supervision of district minority welfare officers. Candidates will have the opportunity to take part in Get the latest updates in Hyderabad City News , Technology , Entertainment , Sports , Politics and Top Stories on WhatsApp & Telegram by subscribing to our channels. You can also download our app for Android and iOS .
Cold wave in Telangana: Govt issues advisory against seasonal flu
Hyderabad: As the winter season intensifies, a cold wave is expected to hit several parts of Telangana, bringing with it a sudden drop in temperatures and an increased risk of frost and hypothermia. The government of Telangana has issued an advisory for residents, particularly in the cold wave-prone regions to take adequate precautions to avoid Get the latest updates in Hyderabad City News , Technology , Entertainment , Sports , Politics and Top Stories on WhatsApp & Telegram by subscribing to our channels. You can also download our app for Android and iOS .
Third island in Telanganas Laknavaram with 21 cottages inaugurated
Govt. to observe austerity measures to contain non-developmental expenditure
Chief Secretary asks officials to restrict foreign travels to unavoidable engagements
Tilting five-storey building in Madhapur demolished amid safety concerns
CM attacking Opposition to cover up his governments failures: BJP
Telangana: One killed, three injured in blast at pharma company
Hyderabad: A worker was killed and three others injured in a chemical reactor blast at a pharma company in Hyderabad on Wednesday, November 20. The incident occurred at Aurore Pharmaceuticals Private Ltd at Jeedimetla industrial area in Medchal Malkajgiri district on the outskirts of Hyderabad. The workers were cleaning the boiler when the explosion occurred, Get the latest updates in Hyderabad City News , Technology , Entertainment , Sports , Politics and Top Stories on WhatsApp & Telegram by subscribing to our channels. You can also download our app for Android and iOS .
Activists in Telangana list obstacles faced by transpersons in accessing education, offer solution
Stigma, bullying, homelessness and lack of support systems and facilities are among the hurdles faced by transgender and gender-nonconforming students, which rob them of their chances of getting proper education and landing jobs, say right activists
Facial recognition system to be introduced at Telangana Secretariat
Hyderabad: Chief secretary A Santhi Kumari has issued orders to introduce a facial recognition system to record the attendance of employees at the Telangana Secretariat. This move comes after complaints regarding irregularities in the manual attendance method where employees sign attendance registers. To address this the new system will be implemented with face recognition devices Get the latest updates in Hyderabad City News , Technology , Entertainment , Sports , Politics and Top Stories on WhatsApp & Telegram by subscribing to our channels. You can also download our app for Android and iOS .
Two-day traffic advisory for Presidents visit to Hyderabad
What Cong will do in 3 weeks, PM Modi has failed to do in last 3 yrs: Cong on Telangana caste survey
New Delhi: The Congress on Wednesday claimed that its government in Telangana is set to complete the caste survey in the next three weeks what Prime Minister Narendra Modi has failed to do in last three years. In a post in Hindi on X, Congress leader Rahul Gandhi said that his party's government in Telangana has shown the way and his party would get a comprehensive caste census done at the national level. In Telangana, our government has completed more than 70 per cent of the caste census. Soon the government will have detailed data of the entire state which we will use to formulate policies and strengthen social justice. The caste census is the first of many important steps that will help in planning the overall development over the next few decades. This is the reason why I am repeatedly demanding a comprehensive caste census in the country, he said in his post. The Congress government of Telangana has shown the way, we will also get a comprehensive caste census done at the national level, Gandhi added. Congress general secretary, communications, Jairam Ramesh said around 80,000 enumerators have reached 1.17 crore households across 33 districts to survey the economic, social and caste backgrounds of people. What the non-biological PM's Government has failed to do for three years now, is set to be completed in Telangana within about three weeks. 80,000 enumerators will have reached 1.17 crore households across 33 districts to survey them about their economic, educational, social, and caste background. Its results will inform the Government's policymaking for years to come, Ramesh said in a post on X. The Congress model of governance: justice, empowerment, and execution, he said. The Congress leader claimed the Telangana Caste Survey is an administrative accomplishment of historic proportions. It has required incredible planning, attention to detail and creativity from the Telangana government, led by the Planning Department, he said. Sharing some insights from the survey in Wanaparthy district in the state, Ramesh said the last decadal Census, conducted in 2011, used a rough hand-drawn map of each Enumeration Bloc (EB) which was provided to each enumerator. In Telangana, he claimed that districts like Wanaparthy have digitized each EB on Google Earth. Not only do enumerators now have a digital map of their EB, but authorities can also use satellite mapping to track population and household growth, he said, adding one can clearly see in the images below the growth in the number of settlements in EB 15 between 2005 and 2020. This development of new settlements has necessitated the splitting of the original EB 15 into three new EBs (15, 15A, and 15B). Whenever it is that the Home Ministry finally decides to conduct the decadal Census that it has failed to conduct so far, Telangana and Wanaparthy will be raring to go, he said. Wanaparthy also developed a website that enumerators can use in the place of the physical handbook, he said, sharing the link. The Congress is touting the caste survey in Telangana as one which the party is demanding across the country from the BJP government at the Centre. The opposition party has also made the nation-wide caste survey a major poll issue.
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