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Mancherial Stamps & Registrations unit sees dip in income

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The unit had revenue of Rs.53.01 crore by way of registrations of properties, mortgages, marriages, firms, etc in the recently concluded financial year as against Rs.57.08 crore in 2022-23 fiscal, reflecting a decline by 7 percent.

Published Date – 11 April 2024, 04:53 PM


Mancherial Stamps & Registrations unit sees dip in income

The unit had revenue of Rs.53.01 crore by way of registrations of properties, mortgages, marriages, firms, etc in the recently concluded financial year as against Rs.57.08 crore in 2022-23 fiscal, reflecting a decline by 7 percent.

Mancherial: The annual income of the Stamps and Registration department’s Mancherial unit saw a considerable dip in 2023-24 compared to the corresponding period last year. Officials are attributing the dip to the model code of conduct enforced during the recent Assembly elections.

The unit had revenue of Rs.53.01 crore by way of registrations of properties, mortgages, marriages, firms, etc in the recently concluded financial year as against Rs.57.08 crore in 2022-23 fiscal, reflecting a decline by 7 percent. It had recorded an annual income of Rs.42.07 crore in 2021-22.

As many as 20,038 documents relating sale deeds, gift deeds, mortgage and other deeds were registered in 2023-24 when compared to 20,173 documents registered in 2022-23 and 16,758 documents in 2021-22. The MCC came into force in October and lasted till December 3. Carrying funds over Rs.50,000 and transferring cash above Rs.1 lakh was subjected to receipts.

When asked, Mancherial Sub-Registrar Marupaka Balakishan said the unit recorded a dip in the annual income owing to the imposition of the MCC. The officials stated that buyers hesitated to register their assets fearing that they would have to pay penalties if the transactions attract the attention of election officials.

Meanwhile, the Luxettipet unit of the department too recorded a drop in its annual revenue in 2023-2024. It had registered an income of Rs.5.26 crore when compared to Rs.5.66 in 2022-23. Officials said the MCC left an adverse impact on the transactions of the department. Likewise, the Regional Transport Authority’s Mancherial unit failed to reach the annual target of Rs.70.16 crore by a whisker. It could generate income of Rs 69.21 crore in 2023-24.

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‘Hyderabad savored over 1 million plates of Biryani during Ramzan’

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According to the analysis, around 6 million plates of Biryani were ordered during the month— a 15 per cent increase compared to regular months.

Published Date – 11 April 2024, 04:34 PM


‘Hyderabad savored over 1 million plates of Biryani during Ramzan’


Hyderabad: Food delivery platform Swiggy has unveiled its Ramzan order analysis, revealing the nation’s continued love affair with Biryani during the holy month. Hyderabad has savoured over a million plates of Biryani during the Ramzan, according to Swiggy’s analysis.

According to the analysis, around 6 million plates of Biryani were ordered during the month— a 15 per cent increase compared to regular months. Hyderabad stood out by savouring over a million plates of Biryani and 5.3 lakh plates of Haleem.

Swiggy also witnessed an astonishing 34 per cent increase in Iftar orders between 5.30 pm to 7 pm with Haleem witnessing an increase of 1454.88 per cent, followed by phirni by 80.97 per cent, malpua by 79.09 per cent, falooda and dates by 57.93 per cent and 48.40 per cent respectively.

Traditional favourites like mutton haleem, chicken biriyani and samosas continued to dominate the Iftar table, showcasing their enduring popularity during Ramzan.

Coming to sweets, Hyderabad witnessed a steep increase in orders placed for sweet dishes such as malpua, dates and phirni. Mumbai, Kolkata, Lucknow, Bhopal and Meerut followed the same. These findings are based on an analysis of orders placed on Swiggy from March 12 to April 8

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Ice Apple Biryani in Hyderabad irks internet

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The restaurant called Maryada Ramanna, situated in Hitech City, has recently introduced Ice Apple Biryani and even an ice apple curry to its menu.

Published Date – 11 April 2024, 04:25 PM


Ice Apple Biryani in Hyderabad irks internet


Hyderabad: In a yet other bizarre food combination, Ice Apple Biryani has emerged in Hyderabad, causing quite a stir on the internet. As summer rolls in, ice apples become a seasonal delight, renowned for their nutritional value. While Hyderabad is renowned for its biryani, not everyone is sold on the idea of adding ice apples to the mix.

The restaurant called Maryada Ramanna, situated in Hitec City, has recently introduced Ice Apple Biryani and even an ice apple curry to its menu. A reel featuring these dishes, shared by the Instagram handle ‘hyderabadbucketlist,’ went viral, garnering widespread attention across the internet.

Soon the video went viral, users online expressed their disdain for the unconventional pairing. “Best thing you have to eat ice apple as usual by boiling it will loose the uniqueness of your ice apple waste of eating it after boiling (sic),” said a user. “Just because something can be made, should not be made. Some things should be left untouched (sic),” commented other. “Ice apple is good for health not biryani… nature has given all the possible good food. Cooking them is our foolishness (sic), said the third.

Hyderabad

Visa Application Center for Greece in Hyderabad to be closed on May 13

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The closure is due to the Andhra Pradesh and Telangana Lok Sabha elections. Operations at the center will resume normally on May 14.

Updated On – 11 April 2024, 03:21 PM


Visa Application Center for Greece in Hyderabad to be closed on May 13


Hyderabad: The Visa Application Center for Greece in Hyderabad will be closed on May 13, according to an announcement made by the Global Visa Center. The closure is due to the Andhra Pradesh and Telangana Lok Sabha elections. Operations at the center will resume normally on May 14.

The Global Visa Center issued a statement addressing the applicants, stating, “Dear applicants, Kindly be informed that the Visa Application Center in Hyderabad will remain closed on Monday, 13th of May 2024, due to Andhra Pradesh & Telangana Lok Sabha elections and will resume operations normally on Tuesday, 14th of May, 2024.”

Applicants were advised to plan their submissions and appointments accordingly to avoid any inconvenience during this period.

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Hyderabad cools down slightly: Relief from scorching days 

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The Telangana State Development Planning Society (TSDPS) has forecasted that the average maximum temperature in the city will hover between 37 and 39 degrees Celsius over the next four days.

Published Date – 11 April 2024, 02:24 PM


Hyderabad cools down slightly: Relief from scorching days 


Hyderabad: After enduring scorching temperatures, Hyderabad experienced a slight cool down with below-normal maximum temperatures recorded across most localities on Tuesday. By noon, temperatures dipped below 35 degrees Celsius, accompanied by intermittent appearances of cloudy skies.

The Telangana State Development Planning Society (TSDPS) has forecasted that the average maximum temperature in the city will hover between 37 and 39 degrees Celsius over the next four days, offering some relief from the recent heatwave conditions.

In the surrounding districts as well, no heatwave warnings have been issued, with temperatures expected to remain below the seasonal average. The weather outlook for Hyderabad predicts a partly cloudy sky over the next five days, with very light to light rains anticipated on Thursday.

Additionally, rainfall is predicted in several districts including Adilabad, Kumuram Bheem Asifabad, Nirmal, Kamareddy, Medak, Sangareddy, and Vikarabad, providing further respite from the prevailing dry spell.

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30 labourers injured in bee attack in Adilabad

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While 17 labourers who had more than three bee bites were admitted to Rajiv Gandhi Institute of Medical Sciences (RIMS)-Adilabad, 13 labourers who were bitten below thrice were provided with treatment at a primary health centre at Saidapur in Bhela.

Updated On – 11 April 2024, 02:12 PM


30 labourers injured in bee attack in Adilabad


Adilabad: Thirty laborers sustained injuries when a swarm of bees attacked them when they were engaged in excavation of earth as part of National Rural Employment Guarantee Act (NREGA) works at Reniguda hamlet under Dhaunuguda village in Bhela mandal on Thursday.

District Medical and Health Officer Dr Narender Rathod said that 30 labourers were attacked by the swarm of bees. While 17 labourers who had more than three bee bites were admitted to Rajiv Gandhi Institute of Medical Sciences (RIMS)-Adilabad, 13 labourers who were bitten below thrice were provided with treatment at a primary health centre at Saidapur in Bhela.

Medical condition of the labourers undergoing treatment at RIMS-Adilabad was stable. The labourers who were admitted to Saidapur PHC were discharged. They were shifted to the RIMS by ambulance. Collector Rajarshi Shah instructed officials to provide better medical services to the labourers. Accordingly, DMHO visited the patients in RIMS-Adilabad

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Confusion over power bills as TSSPDCL cites model code of conduct

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The discom has said the bills were “merged” is because of the Mahabubnagar Local Authorities code of conduct.

Updated On – 11 April 2024, 01:15 PM


Confusion over power bills as TSSPDCL cites model code of conduct

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Hyderabad: A few bills, in which the TSSPDCL merged the previous month’s units, are being shared on social media by consumers, questioning the zero bills that were issued to them earlier. The discom has said the bills were “merged” is because of the Mahabubnagar Local Authorities code of conduct.

During the elections code, the TSSPDCL is not supposed to issue zero bills. However to claim that the 200 units free supply scheme was being implemented, the zero bills were issued to the consumers. Now, citing the MLC code of conduct, the TSSPDCL as a corrective measure, is adding the total units consumed in subsequent bills.

Consumers in different parts of Greater Hyderabad and a few other districts complained of such bills that include the total units consumed by them.

Prashant Varma, a X user said “One of my friends resides at Wanaparthy also encountered with the same issue. The town incharge of the electricity department said the Gruha Jyothi scheme will be implemented once the code of conduct is lifted.”

A consumer in Saroornagar received a bill of Rs.809 for the month of April. But the catch here is that the bill included last month’s bill value of Rs.262. The April month actual bill for the consumer was Rs.547 and after the March month consumption value of Rs. 262 was added, the total bill was issued for Rs. 809.

However, the TSSPDCL said the bill pertaining to Saroornagar area of Rangareddy district, where the model code of conduct for MLC election was in force.

“Hence, the Gruha Jyothi scheme could not be launched in seven districts, including Rangareddy, Vikarabad, Mahabubnagar, Gadwal, Wanaparthy, Nagarkurnool and Narayanpet in March,” The TSSPDCL said on X.

The TSSPDCL further said “Due to technical glitch in the Spot Billing Machine (SBM) such erroneous bill.was generated for the consumer in March 2024 even though the scheme was not launched in these districts. The same was rectified in Electronic Billing System (EBS) software and normal bill was generated,”

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BRS lodges complaints against CM Revanth Reddy, BJP for abusive remarks, social media posts

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BRS leaders Karne Prabhakar and Dasoju Sravan accused Chief Minister Revanth Reddy of making derogatory and abusive remarks, during the recent public meeting at Tukkuguda.

Published Date – 11 April 2024, 01:05 PM


BRS lodges complaints against CM Revanth Reddy, BJP for abusive remarks, social media posts


Hyderabad: The main opposition Bharat Rashtra Samithi (BRS) lodged separate complaints before the Election Commission of India (ECI) against Chief Minister A Revanth Reddy and the Bharatiya Janata Party for violation of Model Code of Conduct (MCC) ahead of the Lok Sabha elections. Another complaint, and also against vernacular daily Andhra Jyothi for publishing unverified paid news on April 10, at the behest of the ruling Congress and its handles.

In its complaint, BRS leaders Karne Prabhakar and Dasoju Sravan accused Chief Minister Revanth Reddy of making derogatory and abusive remarks, during the recent public meeting at Tukkuguda, to mislead and intentional cause damage to the reputation of the BRS and its chief K Chandrashekhar Rao, to gain electoral mileage. The party observed that the Chief Minister who is also TPCC president made the allegations with an intention to provoke the party cadre and create unrest leading to their arrest and prevent them from campaigning.

The BRS lodged another complaint against the BJP stating that the latter violated MCC by publishing a photographs with morphed faces of prominent BRS leaders with an abusive and derogatory remark on its official social media handle. The party said the intention of the BJP is an extensive and apparent attempt to mislead people, by portraying the BRS leaders as fraudsters and cheaters, to gain more votes in the Lok Sabha polls. Apart from prosecuting the persons responsible, the BRS urged the ECI to remove the post immediately.

In another complaint against Andhra Jyothi vernacular daily, the BRS alleged that the newspaper published an article in its April 10 edition, with the headline indicating involvement of 10 BRS leaders in the phone tapping case. The party observed that the news report was published without any official communication from the investigating authorities, comprising distorted and false allegations with twisted interpretations, to paint poor picture of BRS leaders and the party at the behest of the Congress and its leaders.

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KCR pays tributes to Mahatma Jyotirao Phule

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On the occasion, Chandrashekhar Rao remembered various initiatives of the previous BRS government for socio-economic progress of the marginalised sections in Telangana and subsequent development in last 10 years.

Published Date – 11 April 2024, 12:49 PM


KCR pays tributes to Mahatma Jyotirao Phule


Hyderabad: BRS president K Chandrashekhar Rao paid rich tributes to social reformer Mahatma Jyotirao Phule on the occasion of the latter’s 198th birth anniversary on Thursday. He recalled the sacrifices of the visionary leader and his contribution for ensuring social equality.

On the occasion, Chandrashekhar Rao remembered various initiatives of the previous BRS government for socio-economic progress of the marginalised sections in Telangana and subsequent development in last 10 years. He said Telangana was once neglected and looked down as a backward region. But the active participation of people from all communities in the Telangana statehood movement, ignited the efforts to take the new State on the path of development and progress.

“The spirit of Mahatma Phule is ingrained in the entire process. The schemes implemented during the last 10 years have doubled the self-esteem of the masses and set an example for the country in all sectors,” he said. He hoped that all these efforts continue for upliftment of the marginalised sections and achieve equality, as a tribute to Mahatma Phule.

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Telangana Tourism announces “Hyderabad to Arunachalam” spiritual package for summer tourism

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Hyderabad residents can now embark on a spiritual retreat with a three-day tour scheduled for specific dates in April, May, and June.

Updated On – 11 April 2024, 12:18 PM


Telangana Tourism announces “Hyderabad to Arunachalam” spiritual package for summer tourism


Hyderabad: Telangana Tourism has announced a special package titled “Hyderabad to Arunachalam” for the public ahead of the summer tourism peak. Hyderabad residents can now embark on a spiritual retreat with a three-day tour scheduled for specific dates in April, May, and June. Priced at Rs 7,500 for adults and Rs 6,000 for children, the tour guarantees a peaceful journey starting from CRO Basheerbagh at 6:30 pm.

Day one of the tour commences with an early morning arrival at Kanipakam, providing an hour for refreshments and check-out, followed by a visit to Kanipakam Temple (darshan not included). The journey then progresses to Thiruvanamalai, with a lunch break and leisure time at TTDC Aalayam Hotel before exploring the Arunachaleswara Temple in the evening (darshan not included). The day concludes with dinner and an overnight stay at TTDC Aalayam Hotel.

On day two, after breakfast and check-out, the tour proceeds to Sripuram Golden Vehicle in Vellore, including lunch and a visit to the Sripuram Golden Temple (darshan not included). The return journey to Hyderabad commences in the late afternoon with dinner en-route.

The three-day tour provides twin-sharing accommodation and transportation. According to the tourism department, the package excludes expenses for darshan (temple visits) and meals, except those explicitly mentioned. For bookings and further information, interested individuals can contact +91 98485 40371.