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Beedi roller’s son gets 27th rank in Civils

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A native of Velichala of Ramadugu mandal, Saikiran pursued his school education in Teja Residential High School, Karimnagar and passed SSC in 2012.

Published Date – 16 April 2024, 07:48 PM


Beedi roller’s son gets 27th rank in Civils


Karimnagar: A hardware engineer from the district, Nandala Saikiran cracked the UPSC Civil Service Examination with the All India 27th rank in his second attempt.

A native of Velichala of Ramadugu mandal, Saikiran pursued his school education in Teja Residential High School, Karimnagar and passed SSC in 2012.

He did his intermediate from Trinity Junior College, Karimnagar and pursued B.Tech (ECE) in National Institute of Technology (MIT), Warangal.

He was working as a hardware engineer with Qualcomm in Hyderabad, when he began preparations for the Civil Services examination in May 2021.

Utilising whatever time he could on weekends and holidays, Saikiran managed to secure a rank without coaching. Speaking to Telangana Today, Saikiran informed that he used to depend on YouTube and other online websites for information and read books.

The son of a weaver Kantha Rao and a beedi roller Lakshmi, Saikiran lost his father Kantha Rao several years ago and it was Lakshmi who played a vital role in supporting him. His sister is working as Assistant Engineer in Rural Water Supply department in Boinpalli of Rajanna-Sircilla district.

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Chemists told to source stock from authorised units

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A few days ago, the Stateunits of AIOCD and Telangana State Chemists and Druggists Associations (TSCDA) have also launched coordinated efforts to spread awareness on the issue among its members.

Updated On – 16 April 2024, 11:18 PM


Chemists told to source stock from authorised units

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Hyderabad: Intensified seizures of spurious drugs, crackdown on medical shops and constant advocacy by TS Drug Control Administration (TSDCA) appears to have successfully galvanised chemists and druggists in Hyderabad and elsewhere in the State, to keep a close eye on the sources from where they are procuring their stocks.

Recently, the All-India Organisation for Chemists and Druggists (AIOCD), following strenuous efforts by drug control administrations from various Indian States, had released an advisory, urging its members in all the Indian States to make sure that they procure their stocks from locally known authorised wholesalers.

A few days ago, the Stateunits of AIOCD and Telangana State Chemists and Druggists Associations (TSCDA) have also launched coordinated efforts to spread awareness on the issue among its members.

For the past few months, the drug inspectors from TSDCA have been actively taking stringent measures on wholesalers/dealers, chemists and druggists involved in sale of spurious drugs. At the same time, the regulatory authorities have also been quite vocal about drug store owners procuring life-saving drugs from authorised dealers.

The AIOCD and TSCDA has given strict instructions to its members i.e., chemists and drug store owners, to procure medicines only from their own authorised wholesalers/ distributors.

As a part of these efforts, the Chemists and Druggists Association has also been conducting a series of general body meetings with their members, so that they follow the advisory.

Senior members of TSDCA told Telangana Today that the association members are now very well aware of the authorised stockists of medicines, who, in turn, procure their stock from licensed pharma manufacturing units.

“This is the only way to curb the menace of spurious and sub-standard drugs that are making way into the market. There are nearly 4,000 members of TSDCA in Hyderabad and elsewhere, who have been made very well aware of the need to source their drugs from licensed companies,” members of TSCDA said.

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KCR’s speech gets roaring response from people

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The BRS chief said that the police, under the influence of the Congress government, were suppressing the BRS activists, and asked the officials to act independently by abiding by the rules.

Updated On – 17 April 2024, 12:31 AM


KCR’s speech gets roaring response from people

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Sangareddy: Former Chief Minister K Chandrashekhar Rao’s speech got a roaring response from the massive crowd that attended the BRS’ public meeting at Sulthanpur on Tuesday.

The BRS chief said that the police, under the influence of the Congress government, were suppressing the BRS activists, and asked the officials to act independently by abiding by the rules.

When Chandrashekhar Rao said that the police had to remember that the BRS would again come to power, he got a roaring response from the public

. The former Chief Minister said that the police stopped the vehicles of the BRS cadre, which were on their way to the meeting venue. Chandrashekhar Rao said that the police have sent BRS worker Salvaji Madhava Rao from Karimnagar to jail for just posting a message on social media.

He demanded the DGP, Ravi Guptha to order an inquiry into the incident to find out the truth. Meanwhile, the entire NH-161 was dotted in pink as a huge number of the BRS cadre arrived at the meeting venue. A huge number of vehicles lined up on either side of the highway.

The BRS cadre was seen walking to the meeting venue holding BRS flags. Nearly, one lakh people from Narsapur, Sangareddy, Andole, Zaheerabad, Narayankhed and other places attended the meeting.

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Property tax cheques bounce, GHMC takes action

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The highest number of cases i.e. 13 were filed in Chandanagar, followed by eight in Yousufguda, five in Jubilee Hills, four each in Serilingampally, Quthbullapur and Moosapet, along with one other in Kukatpally.

Published Date – 16 April 2024, 11:25 PM


Property tax cheques bounce, GHMC takes action


Hyderabad: Of the Rs.1,921 crore property tax collected for the financial year 2023-24, cheques worth Rs.11 crore have bounced, prompting GHMC to take action against taxpayers.

As on April 16, a total of 39 FIRs have been filed in various police stations across the city.

The highest number of cases i.e. 13 were filed in Chandanagar, followed by eight in Yousufguda, five in Jubilee Hills, four each in Serilingampally, Quthbullapur and Moosapet, along with one other in Kukatpally.

GHMC Commissioner Ronald Rose in a press release requested taxpayers to pay the cheque bounce amount immediately without further delay, and warned of more FIRs in the coming days.

He further urged citizens to clear the arrears and avail the Early Bird Scheme which gives five per cent rebate on current year property tax. The scheme closes on April 30.

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Lok Sabha Polls: Nominations from Thursday

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The Bharat Rashtra Samithi (BRS) and Bharatiya Janata Party have announced candidates for all the 17 Lok Sabha constituencies while the Congress party is yet to declare candidates for the three constituencies of Hyderabad, Karimnagar and Khammam.

Published Date – 16 April 2024, 07:57 PM


Lok Sabha Polls: Nominations from Thursday

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Hyderabad: As nominations for Lok Sabha elections in the State will commence from Thursday, many contestants are likely to file their nominations on the first day, considering different reasons, including auspicious time.

The Bharat Rashtra Samithi (BRS) and Bharatiya Janata Party have announced candidates for all the 17 Lok Sabha constituencies while the Congress party is yet to declare candidates for the three constituencies of Hyderabad, Karimnagar and Khammam.

The BRS is conducting a special meeting with candidates on Thursday to issue B Forms and discuss other aspects. Similarly, a few senior Congress and BJP leaders from New Delhi are expected to accompany their candidates to file the nominations.

Amidst this, the political heat in the State is likely to escalate by a notch as nomination rallies and other programmes would be conducted by the candidates and parties.

The Election Commission is closely monitoring the proceedings and elaborate arrangements are being made accordingly.

Returning Officers have been instructed to allot staggered time in advance to prospective candidates to avoid any inconvenience.

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Four Aveksha day care centres launched in city

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Each centre will have three staff members including a coordinator, a senior and a junior caretaker each.

Published Date – 16 April 2024, 11:27 PM


Four Aveksha day care centres launched in city


Hyderabad: A total of four Aveksha day care centres, meant for children of women who are employed in the industrial sector and from underprivileged sections of the society, were inaugurated at Alkapuri, Santoshnagar, Durganagar and Suraram in Hyderabad on Monday.

An initiative of the Confederation of Women Entrepreneurs of India (COWE) and SIDBI (Small Industries Development Bank of India), Aveksha day care centres for industrial workers are equipped with CCTV to monitor day-today activities and other necessary amenities to create a joyful learning environment that encourages the toddlers to enjoy their stay throughout the day, a press release said. Each of the day-care centres, spread over an area of 500 to 1,000 square feet, is fully equipped to take care of 20 to 30 children from 9 am to 6 pm.

Each centre will have three staff members including a coordinator, a senior and a junior caretaker each.

The facilities will be monitored by vigilance teams who will monitor the CCTV footage and system auditors to ensure standards are maintained.

The Aveksha care centres initiative is a national project by COWE and SIDBI, and to establish each centre, nearly Rs 2 lakh is being invested. About Rs 40,000 is being spent every month to run these centres.

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BRS criticises delay in paddy procurement

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He expressed anger, asking how much longer farmers would have to wait to sell their crops at the procurement centres.

Published Date – 16 April 2024, 11:35 PM


BRS criticises delay in paddy procurement


Hyderabad: BRS leader and former Minister Ponnala Lakshmaiah raised concerns over the delay in paddy purchases, questioning the State government’s inefficiency in ensuring smooth procurement witin stipulated time.

He expressed anger, asking how much longer farmers would have to wait to sell their crops at the procurement centres.

“It has been 20 days since the government established paddy procurement centers and only 2.7 lakh tonnes of paddy has been bought. If it progresses at this pace, how many more days will it take to buy 34 lakh tonnes?” Lakshmaiah questioned, while addressing the media at Telangana Bhavan on Tuesday.

Pointing out the inconvenience faced by farmers who are forced to wait near the centres, the BRS leader criticised Chief Minister A Revanth Reddy for mismanagement of power.

He accused the ruling party of undermining the opposition and diverting attention from pressing issues by focusing on irrelevant matters like phone tapping case and giving leaks to select media houses to malign the reputation of former Chief Minister K Chandrashekhar Rao and the previous BRS government.

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IIIT-H, Coursera launch eMSIT

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The eMSIT is the first master’s degree programme from an Indian university offered on Coursera. It integrates and recognises industry microcredentials, creating pathways for students to advance their learning journey.

Published Date – 16 April 2024, 11:31 PM


IIIT-H, Coursera launch eMSIT


Hyderabad: The International Institute of Information Technology (IIIT) Hyderabad has launched an online Master of Science in Information Technology (eMSIT) on Coursera, an online learning platform.

The eMSIT is the first master’s degree programme from an Indian university offered on Coursera. It integrates and recognises industry microcredentials, creating pathways for students to advance their learning journey.

“We are honoured to partner with IIIT Hyderabad to bring the benefits of the high-quality, affordable education the university is known for to learners across India and beyond,” said Raghav Gupta, MD, (India and Asia Pacific), Coursera.

To learn more and apply: https:// www.coursera.org/degrees/master-of-scienceinformation-technology-iiithyderabad/academics.

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Gulf and Overseas Workers Welfare Board soon: CM Revanth Reddy

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Discussing issues being faced by Gulf and overseas workers, CM Revanth Reddy said the State government would extend insurance coverage of Rs.5 lakh to Gulf workers

Published Date – 16 April 2024, 08:12 PM


Gulf and Overseas Workers Welfare Board soon: CM Revanth Reddy

CM Chief Minister A Revanth Reddy addresses the Gulf workers union representatives on Tuesday.

Hyderabad: Chief Minister A Revanth Reddy said the State government was proposing to set up a Gulf and Overseas Workers Welfare Board for the convenience of workers going abroad to eke out a livelihood.

“Due to the election code, the initiative got delayed. I promise that by September 17, the Welfare Board will be set up at Praja Bhavan and will be operated by a senior IAS officer,” Revanth Reddy told Gulf workers union representatives here on Tuesday.

Discussing issues being faced by Gulf and overseas workers, he said the State government would extend insurance coverage of Rs.5 lakh to Gulf workers on the lines of Rythu Bima for farmers. As for the welfare board, it would be equipped with a round the clock toll free number for workers to call in case of any issues.

A passport assistance centre would also be set up as part of the board’s operations. This apart, a one week training programme would be conducted for workers before they board flights for the Gulf to help them understand the rules and about the companies’ operations, the Chief Minister said.

Since the issue was connected with 15 lakh workers’ families, agents would be brought under legal liability. They would also be made to register their details and operations with the government to initiate any action in case of untoward incidents, he said.

When the representatives suggested a few measures, especially over welfare measures, he replied that already the State government had studied the Kerala and Philippines governments’ policy. Accordingly, a policy document was prepared and after the Lok Sabha elections, a meeting would be conducted by the State government to discuss the policy and seek recommendations from the unions for incorporating into the policy, he added.

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Mango lovers in Hyderabad can rejoice, abundance supply makes choicest varieties affordable

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The mango supplies to the city started in February itself, a month before its regular arrival time and since then the supplies have been encouraging.

Updated On – 16 April 2024, 11:08 PM


Mango lovers in Hyderabad can rejoice, abundance supply makes choicest varieties affordable


Hyderabad: Great news for mango lovers in Hyderabad this summer! Thanks to the early arrival and abundant availability of the ‘king of fruits’ in the city, aficionados of this seasonal fruit will now have access to the choicest varieties at affordable price.

The mango supplies to the city started in February itself, a month before its regular arrival time and since then the supplies have been encouraging.

The fruit has arrived in huge quantities at the Batasingaram market in Hayathnagar, and also at Kushaiguda, Bowenpally, Jambagh and Gudimalkapur.

At the Batasingaram market, since the beginning of the season, 12,929 truck loads of mangoes have arrived.

The arrivals are from Mahabubnagar, Wanaparthy, Ranga Reddy, Khammam, Vikarabad, Nagarkurnool, Mancherial, Nalgonda, Suryapet, Warangal and Gadwal in Telangana while from Andhra Pradesh the fruit arrivals are from Ananthapur, Krishna, West Godavari and Kurnool districts.

“The local produce of Telugu States is transported to North India where there is huge demand for it. At least 60 per cent of the mango yield is sent to Delhi, Haryana, and other States by farmers because it fetches good prices for them,” says Batasingaram fruit market secretary Ch. Narsimha Reddy.

Good arrivals means, the average mango lover in Hyderabad now can taste different varieties of mangoes like Banganapalli, Kesar, Himayat, Totapari, Dasheri, Alphonso and several more.

“The supplies will continue till the month of June. Compared to last two years, this year, the arrivals have been very good,” says Narsimha Reddy. A kilogram of mangoes is now priced between Rs 120 and Rs 140. In the next few weeks, the prices will further reduce, and people can buy a kilogram of mangoes at a price of Rs 80 to Rs 100.

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