The bus hit a couple of bikes while the driver tried to avoid running over a pedestrian on NH-65 at Novapan Junction near Patancheru on Saturday.
Published Date – 13 April 2024, 07:14 PM
Sangareddy: A private travel bus went out of control, resulting in the death of one person and another being injured.
The bus hit a couple of bikes while the driver tried to avoid running over a pedestrian on NH-65 at Novapan Junction near Patancheru on Saturday.
A youngster on one of the bikes died on the spot while another biker sustained injuries. The victim was identified as Chandi Mahesh (22).
At least three vehicles including a car were damaged in the accident.
The mishap triggered a major traffic jam on the busy road. The body of Mahesh was shifted to the Area Hospital in Patancheru for postmortem. A case was registered.
The suspects allegedly provided bank accounts to the cyber fraudsters to transfer the fraud money. The arrested persons were identified as Noushad and Ahmed Kabeer, both bank account suppliers from Kasargod in Kerala.
Published Date – 13 April 2024, 07:01 PM
Hyderabad: Two persons were nabbed from Kerala on Saturday by the Hyderabad Cybercrime police on charges of their involvement in an investment fraud case involving Rs 26 crore.
The suspects allegedly provided bank accounts to the cyber fraudsters to transfer the fraud money. The arrested persons were identified as Noushad and Ahmed Kabeer, both bank account suppliers from Kasargod in Kerala.
The police seized five mobile phones, 15 bank cheque books, eight debit cards and two fake rubber stamps from them. According to the cybercrime officials, in 2021, the duo met Issac and Tahir Ali, both cyber fraudsters from Kerala, currently absconding, and sought their help in committing the offence.
oushad and Ahmed Kabeer opened various bank accounts using fake KYCs and also took accounts on rent to transfer the fraud amounts, and help the cyber fraudsters. “They went to Dubai and there they got the money in their bank accounts converted from Indian currency into USDT, which is also known as Tether, a cryptocurrency that is pegged to the US dollar,” said D.Kavitha, DCP Cybercrime, Hyderabad. T
he suspects supplied 18 accounts through which nearly Rs 26 crore fraudulent transactions took place. The fraud came to light after a complaint was lodged by one of the victims in Janaury this year.
The complaint alleged that he was contacted on a popular social networking app offering good returning for investments. He ended up losing Rs 9.4 lakh.
Developed during the Nizam’s era, the tank was rejuvenated spending.Rs 83 lakh as part of the previous BRS government’s Mission Kakatiya programme in 2018.
Published Date – 13 April 2024, 06:47 PM
Karimnagar: While a majority of water bodies in the State have dried up, a village tank in the district is turning out to be the odd one with brimming water levels in midsummer.
Even as crops are withering and streams have dried up elsewhere in the State, the situation is different in Mutharam and its surrounding villages of Shankarapatnam mandal since the local tank, Ramasamudram Cheruvu has plenty of water, thanks to the Mission Kakatiya programme under which the tank was revived in 2018.
Developed during the Nizam’s era, the tank was rejuvenated spending.Rs 83 lakh as part of the previous BRS government’s Mission Kakatiya programme in 2018.
The Kakatiya canal is the main water source for the tank, which will be filled within a few days if shutters of the canal are opened at Somaram village.
Besides the Kakatiya canal, it has a huge catchment area right from Mandapuram and Husnabad of Siddipet district and remains full with water throughout the year.
Agricultural wells and borewells of surrounding areas also have abundant water since the tank is always filled with water.
The Ramasamudram Cheruvu recently received good inflows as water from the Lower Manair Dam was released through the Kakatiya canal to protect standing crops.
Spread across 250 acres, the tank is fulfilling the water needs of a variety of crops being sowed in 450 acres in Mutharam and Eradapalli villages. Speaking to Telangana Today, former sarpanch Panjala Rajaiah said they never faced water problems since adequate water would be available in the tank.
Earlier, water used to flow off without being utilized, but not a single drop of water was going waste after the revival job done under Mission Kakatiya, he said.
Besides removing silt, the tank’s two kilometre-bund was also strengthened. Two weirs of the tank were also repaired.
In order to arrest leakages, a one feet wall was also constructed inside the tank. Rajaiah said the Nizam had developed the tank by releasing a grant of Rs.263. Local people had then participated in tank digging works under a food for work programme, he added.
The market yards in Banswada and Birkuru mandal were flooded with rain water causing damage to crops brought by farmers.
Published Date – 13 April 2024, 06:36 PM
The market yards in Banswada and Birkuru mandal were flooded with rain water causing damage to crops brought by farmers.
Nizamabad: Unseasonal rain and hail storms on Saturday damage crops, including paddy, Maize and sunflower in the district. The rain started early in the morning and continued till noon. Hailstorms followed by strong gales adversely affected the farmers in Nizamabad, Bodhan, Armoor, Kamareddy and Banswada areas. According to officials, farmers have lost standing crops in several mandals in the district.
The market yards in Banswada and Birkuru mandal were flooded with rain water causing damage to crops brought by farmers. Hailstorms damaged crops like paddy, sunflower, jowar, mango, papaya, drumsticks, and little gourd. The rain came at a time when farmers were in the process of harvesting the paddy crop.
The agriculture officials are assessing the damages caused by the rain in the district. The farmers who have lost the crops are urging the State government to compensate for their losses. They are also demanding the government to purchase the paddy damaged in the rain.
CCTV surveillance has been rigorously implemented in the remote Cherla mandal, situated on the borders of Telangana and Chhattisgarh in Kothagudem district, known for its Maoist activity.
Published Date – 13 April 2024, 06:28 PM
13KM1: A command control connected to as many as 54 CCTV cameras set up at Cherla police station in Kothagudem district.
Kothagudem: The Maoist-affected remote Cherla mandal, located on Telangana-Chhattisgarh borders, in Kothagudem district has come under strict CCTV surveillance. As it is a common notion that a closed-circuit television (CCTV) camera equals 100 police men, the Telangana police have been giving importance to installing video surveillance systems in all police stations.
The district police, who are constantly engaged in checking Maoist movements in agency villages, have set up a command control which is connected to as many as 54 CCTV cameras at Cherla police station.
The surveillance system has been installed as part of ‘Nenu Saitham’ initiative wherein the businessmen and the public of Cherla mandal have voluntarily contributed Rs.9.50 lakh helping the Cherla police to install CCTV cameras in their respective areas.The command control was inaugurated by Superintendent of Police B Rohith Raju along with additional SP (Operations) T Sai Manohar. The SP said CCTV cameras play a key role in crime control and thanked the businessmen and public for their contribution.
Speaking to Telangana Today, Cherla Inspector of Police Raju Verma said the entire mandal is brought under the video surveillance as CCTV cameras have been installed at all key entry and exit points. The IP (Internet Protocol) CCTV cameras would not only help to monitor and check movements of Maoists but also useful in probing into crimes and accidents, he said. It might be noted that Telangana police for quite a while are using facial recognition system (FRT) to identify criminals or suspects.
According to power officials, the power consumption in the Greater Hyderabad region had already touched 79 million units and was likely to touch 90 MU in the coming days
Updated On – 13 April 2024, 05:28 PM
Hyderabad: Anticipating an increase in power consumption in the Greater Hyderabad region in the coming days, the Telangana State Southern Power Distribution Company Limited (TSSPDCL) has started enhancing the capacity of transformers from 5 MVA (megavolt-amperes) to 8 MVA and 12.5 MVA in the Greater Hyderabad limits to avoid power outages and load shedding.
According to power officials, the power consumption in the Greater Hyderabad region had already touched 79 million units and was likely to touch 90 MU in the coming days, hence to avoid load shedding, they have started enhancing the capacity of transformers.
“As power consumption increases over time, the existing 5 MVA transformers may no longer meet the demand. Upgrading to an 8 MVA capacity allows the system to handle higher loads efficiently,” the officials explained.
If the load on the power grid or distribution network has significantly increased, upgrading the transformers ensures reliable power supply without overloading the system, the officials said.
“Transformers play a crucial role in voltage regulation. By upgrading to an 8 MVA transformer, voltage fluctuations can be better managed, ensuring stable power delivery,” officials said.
Stating that larger transformers were often more efficient due to reduced losses, the officials said an 8 MVA transformer would have better efficiency compared to a 5 MVA one, especially under heavy loads.
Upgrading from 5 MVA to 8 MVA allows for better load management, improved efficiency, and enhanced reliability in power distribution systems, they said.
The SPDCL authorities have already upgraded 5 MVA transformers to 8 MVA at Narapally, Ibrahimbagh and Kokapet substations and a new 8 MVA transformer was set up at Kandikal substation.
Similarly 8 MVA transformer was upgraded to 12.5 MVA at Jalpally and a new 12.5 MVA transformer was set up at Somasila substation.
Apart from this, the power authorities are conducting tong tester readings of the distribution transformers during peak hours and balancing the load.
In order to maintain the power supply uninterrupted during the summer season, the SPDCL authorities have added 619 distribution transformers of 100 KVA t, 752 transformers of 160 KVA, 110 transformers of 315 KVA and 13 distribution transformers of 500 KVA capacity in the Greater Hyderabad and Rangareddy district.
There are about 1,47,192 distribution transformers in the Greater Hyderabad region.
Curated by artist Hari, the exhibition features around 40 paintings showcasing diverse styles like street scenes, ballerinas, women-centric themes, and abstract pieces.
Published Date – 13 April 2024, 05:40 PM
Hyderabad: The “Altitude Art Exhibition” was unveiled “at VSL Visual Art Gallery in Hyderabad’s Banjara Hills on Saturday. The exhibition promises a captivating journey through contemporary art.
Curated by artist Hari, the exhibition features around 40 paintings showcasing diverse styles like street scenes, ballerinas, women-centric themes, and abstract pieces.
Owned by the couple Hari and Anita Hari, VSL Visual Art Gallery has previously hosted 150 solo exhibitions.
Noted personalities including former film actor and minister Dr Babu Mohan, Raunaq Yar Khan, who holds the title of the ninth Nizam of the Asaf Jahi dynasty, Dr Murty Devarabhotla, serving as the Global President at the Diplomat Club, academician and political analyst Rekha Rao, and G S Kumara Swamy, the Deputy General Manager at ONGC and President of TUF & SJSS, graced the event
The exhibition is open to the public on April 14th.
In a detailed analysis, it was found that while Mumbai tops the charts with the highest construction costs, Hyderabad offers a cost-effective alternative, especially for high-rise luxury apartments of 30 floors and above.
Published Date – 13 April 2024, 05:29 PM
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Hyderabad:Hyderabad stands out as a city with relatively moderate construction costs across various asset classes when compared to other major metros in India. According to the Construction Cost Guide Book by JLL India, Hyderabad’s construction expenses are notably lower, making it an attractive destination for real estate development.
In a detailed analysis, it was found that while Mumbai tops the charts with the highest construction costs, Hyderabad offers a cost-effective alternative, especially for high-rise luxury apartments of 30 floors and above. The data reveals that constructing such luxury apartments in Mumbai can cost between Rs.4,250 to Rs. 5,000 per sft, whereas in Delhi and Pune, the range is Rs 4,100 to Rs.4,800 per sft and Rs. 4,050 to Rs.4,750 per sft, respectively. In contrast, in Hyderabad, the cost falls between Rs 4,000 to Rs. 4,700 per sft.
Similarly, for mid-rise luxury apartments, Hyderabad remains competitive with construction costs ranging from Rs. 2,600 to Rs. 3,000 per sft, compared to Rs 2,750 to Rs. 3,200 per sft in Mumbai.
Coming to commercial buildings, Hyderabad again presents itself as a cost-effective option. Constructing high-rise commercial properties in Mumbai can cost between Rs 3,650 to Rs. 4,450 per sft while Hyderabad offers a more affordable range of Rs 3,100 to Rs. 4,200 per sft.
“In 2023, the Indian real estate construction industry stabilized and continued to grow throughout the year despite global disruptions,” the report said.
The report further revealed that Hyderabad has lower cement prices but higher prices for certain material like reinforcement steel, structural steel, and paints emulsion.
High Rise Luxury Apartments (Floors: 30 ):
* Bangalore- Rs. 4,020 to Rs 4,700 * Chennai – Rs. 4,000 to Rs. 4,650
* Delhi – Rs. 4,100 to Rs. 4,800 * Hyderabad – Rs. 4,000 to Rs. 4,700
– Mid Rise Luxury Apartments (Floors: 15 )
* Bangalore- Rs.2,600 to Rs.3,000 * Chennai- Rs. 2,550 to Rs. 2,950
* Delhi – Rs. 2,650 to Rs. 3,050 * Hyderabad – Rs.2,600 to Rs.3,000
Taking strong exception to accusations that he was involved in phone tapping, he said he did not even contest in the last election, but certain elements had started spreading stories that he was involved in monitoring telephonic conversations.
Published Date – 13 April 2024, 04:42 PM
Hyderabad: BRS candidate in the Medak Parliamentary constituency and former IAS officer, P. Venkatarami Reddy on Saturday dared the Congress and BJP to face him politically instead of trying to spread canards against him.
Having realised that their defeat in the ensuing polls in the constituency was inevitable, both the parties had come together to defeat him. They were indulging in giving baseless leaks to the media, he said in a statement here. Taking strong exception to accusations that he was involved in phone tapping, he said he did not even contest in the last election, but certain elements had started spreading stories that he was involved in monitoring telephonic conversations.
“Being in government service as a district collector, I have served the people honestly. I entered direct politics only to provide more services as an elected representative,” he said adding that he had announced PVR Trust with plans to promote education among the poor with Rs.100 crore.
People were very much aware of what he was up to. “They are on my side, no matter how many tricks and gimmicks they play,” he said.
One fire tender swiftly responded to the call and brought the situation under control.
Updated On – 13 April 2024, 04:54 PM
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Rangareddy: A fire broke out in a fitness store in Kondapur, Rangareddy district, Telangana, on Saturday, officials said.
“A fire accident took place in a fitness store in Kondapur. We got the information today around 1pm. One fire vehicle reached the spot and controlled the fire within 45 minutes,” the fire official said.
One fire tender swiftly responded to the call and brought the situation under control.
The cause of the fire is yet to be known.
No casualties or injuries were reported in the incident.
