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Ola Electric ‘skids off the road’, share price touches its lowest at Rs 86-Telangana Today

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In a stock exchange filing, the EV company admitted that it has received a show-cause notice from the Central Consumer Protection Authority

Published Date – 8 October 2024, 10:50 AM


Ola Electric ‘skids off the road’, share price touches its lowest at Rs 86


New Delhi: From a show-cause notice from the government to consumers flooding social media platforms over myriad complaints regarding its e-scooters and service centres’ — while its share continues to slide —  there appears no respite for Bhavish Aggarwal-run Ola Electric.

On Tuesday, Ola Electric’s share touched its lowest at Rs 86 apiece — before recovering a bit a massive 43-35 per cent drop from its all-time high of Rs 157.40 a few days earlier. The stock made its public debut at Rs 76 apiece.

In a stock exchange filing, the EV company admitted that it has received a show-cause notice from the Central Consumer Protection Authority (CCPA). “The Central Consumer Protection Authority has provided a timeline of 15 days to the company to respond to the show cause notice. The company will respond to the CCPA within the given timeframe with the supporting documents,” said the EV company. According to the show-cause notice, Ola Electric appears to be in violation of several provisions of the Consumer Protection Act, 2019.”

It took serious note of the complaints by consumers related to manufacturing defects, partial or no refunds on booking cancellations, recurring defects despite servicing, overcharging, inaccurate invoices, and multiple issues with batteries and vehicle components.

The National Consumer Helpline, operated by the Department of Consumer Affairs, received 10,644 complaints since September last year related to Ola Electric. Nidhi Khare, Secretary, Department of Consumer Affairs, said: “The CCPA is looking into a large number of complaints about Ola Electric, mainly related to service inefficiencies.”

“We hope the company addresses these concerns promptly and resolves the issues faced by consumers,” she mentioned. Meanwhile, aggrieved customers continued to flood social media platforms, sharing their plight with hardware and software issues with its flagship electric two-wheeler.

“Even after the big announcement in service expansion, service centres are working the same. I delivered my scooter to Ola 3 weeks ago and received it last Saturday after completion of repair. Though it’s not properly fixed, OLA asked me to book RSA under my cost. I regret my decision to buy this scooter in 2022 even without a review. @bhash check yourself on this to understand what is going on,” posted an angry user on X.

Another commented: “Ola scooters, at their core, are poorly engineered products. People got carried away by the design aspect. The OLA updated 2.0 platform has taken away any repairability in the product and replacement is the only way for even minor issues. How is any of this GREEN?”

Hyderabad

Revanth Reddy has confessed inability to deliver on promises, says KTR

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The BRS leader condemned the Congress government for making empty promises during elections and failing to fulfill them after coming to power. He accused the Congress of deceiving farmers with assurances of loan waivers, only to fall short in implementing them effectively.





Published Date – 21 December 2024, 09:02 PM


Revanth Reddy has confessed inability to deliver on promises, says KTR

Revanth Reddy Has Confessed Inability To Deliver On Promises Says Ktr

Hyderabad: Launching a scathing attack on the Congress government for the yawning gap between its words and deeds in the implementation of the loan waiver, BRS working president KT Rama Rao said Chief Minister A Revanth Reddy was misleading the public and the Assembly with false statements on the extent of debt relief extended to the farmers. Stating that Revanth Reddy had come out with a confession statement admitting his inability to implement the Six Guarantees promised by the Congress Party to win the polls, he pointed out that Revanth Reddy was unable to explain how the promised Rs 49,500 crore loan waiver was reduced to Rs. 26,000 crore. Despite this, Revanth Reddy had shamelessly claimed that 100% of the loan waiver had been implemented.

The BRS leader criticized the Congress government for making false promises during elections and failing to deliver once in power. He accused the Congress of misleading farmers with promises of loan waivers and then failing to implement them effectively. He pointed out that the previous BRS government had significantly reduced farmer suicides in Telangana through initiatives like Rythu Bandhu and Rythu Bima. Citing the National Crime Records Bureau data, which showed a decrease in farmer suicides from 1,348 in 2014 to 178 in 2022, he attributed the drop to the BRS government’s support for the agricultural sector.He also pointed out that the Congress government had failed to provide a clear explanation for the discrepancies in the loan waiver figures. He stated that while one Congress leader claimed that 70% of the loan waiver had been implemented, the Chief Minister claimed that 100% had been achieved. He asserted that no village in the state had received a complete loan waiver and that even the Chief Minister’s own village, Kondareddipalle, was no exception.

Rama Rao also said the Congress government had diverted funds from schemes like Rythu Bandhu to cover the loan waiver and vowed to continue holding the Congress accountable and to ensure that the promises made to farmers were fulfilled.

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U-23 One Day Trophy: Himateja’s heroics goes in vain as Gujarat win

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Himateja’s scintillating 158 off 132 balls goes in vain as Priyesh’s unbeaten century and Jaymeet Patel’s 92 guide Gujarat to a three-wicket win over Hyderabad in the Round 2 clash of the Under-23 State ‘A’ One Day Trophy at Vadodara, Gujarat, on Tuesday.

Published Date – 17 December 2024, 08:24 PM


U-23 One Day Trophy: Himateja’s heroics goes in vain as Gujarat win

Himateja’s scintillating 158 off 132 balls goes in vain as Priyesh’s unbeaten century and Jaymeet Patel’s 92 guide Gujarat to a three-wicket win over Hyderabad in the Round 2 clash of the Under-23 State ‘A’ One Day Trophy at Vadodara, Gujarat, on Tuesday.

Hyderabad: Himateja’s scintillating 158 off 132 balls goes in vain as Priyesh’s unbeaten century and Jaymeet Patel’s 92 guide Gujarat to a three-wicket win over Hyderabad in the Round 2 clash of the Under-23 State ‘A’ One Day Trophy at Vadodara, Gujarat, on Tuesday.

Priyesh scored 117 off 112 balls (11×4, 3×6), while Jaymeet Patel was unlucky to miss his century by eight runs. Rudra Mayur Patel added 45 as Gujarat chased down Hyderabad’s 324/7 in 50 overs. Earlier, Himateja led Hyderabad’s attack with 16 boundaries and 6 sixes, while A Avinash Rao scored 98.

Vijay Merchant Trophy

Hyderabad restricted Madhya Pradesh to 209 runs in 277.5 overs on Day one of the Round 3 clash of the Under-16 Vijay Merchant Trophy at Lucknow, Uttar Pradesh, on Tuesday. Arnav Sharda top-scored with an unbeaten 82, with Saksham Verma contributing 48. The rest of the team struggled to contribute much to their total. Hyderabad finished the day at 23/1 in 7 overs.

Brief Scores: U-23 State ‘A’ One Day Trophy: Hyderabad 324/7 in 50 overs (Himateja 158, A Avanish Rao 98, Jay Malusare 2/49, K Bhatt 3/56) lost to Gujarat 328/7 in 49.1 overs (Jaymeet Patel 92, Priyesh 117no, Saketh Dhatrak 2/64, Nishanth 2/68);

Vijay Merchant Trophy: Madhya Pradesh 209 in 77.5 overs (Saksham Verma 48, Arnav Sharda 82no, Dev Mehta 2/45, Uzair Ahmed 2/19) vs Hyderabad 23/1 in 7 overs.

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Why Chinese Women Are Doing Maternity Photoshoots With Fake Baby Bumps

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Reflecting a changing societal landscape, single women in China are now opting for maternity photoshoots with fake baby bumps, capturing this milestone in their lives despite the country’s declining birth rate and low marriage rates. This trend, as reported by the South China Morning Post (SCMP), challenges traditional Chinese values that once stigmatized single pregnancy.

The rise of this trend can be attributed to women’s desire to capture beautiful maternity photos while maintaining their current physique, anticipating potential body changes during future pregnancies.

The “premade maternity photos” trend gained national attention after a Generation Z influencer shared a video and photos of her experience on social media. Meizi Gege, who boasts over 5.7 million followers on a prominent social media platform, explained, “While I’m still slim, I wore a fake belly to take maternity photos and enjoyed a pre-made life. I even did it with my best friend!”

In the video, Meizi proudly displays her slim figure while wearing the “fake belly.” According to SCMP, a 26-year-old woman revealed she had taken her maternity photos at 23, despite not being married, while another woman mentioned taking wedding photos at 22, “just in case I get wrinkles by 30.”

However, the trend has sparked criticism for promoting narrow beauty standards that idealize being “white, skinny, and young.” Critics argue that it fosters body image anxiety among new mothers by perpetuating the unrealistic expectation that women should maintain a youthful, slim figure during pregnancy.

A user wrote, ” I will shoot my 70th birthday photos now and then post them on social media later. It will make me look so young!”

“I will find some time to arrange my funeral pictures before I die,” another user wrote on Chinese social media platform. 


Business

GMR Aero Technic announces partnership with Lufthansa Technik to redefine standards of engine core wash service-Telangana Today

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Under this partnership, GMR Aero Technic, will conduct engine core wash services using technology developed by Lufthansa at the Kempegowda International Airport in Bangalore beginning Q4 2024.

Published Date – 8 October 2024, 05:16 PM


GMR Aero Technic announces partnership with Lufthansa Technik to redefine standards of engine core wash service

Under this partnership, GMR Aero Technic, will conduct engine core wash services using technology developed by Lufthansa at the Kempegowda International Airport in Bangalore beginning Q4 2024.

Hyderabad: GMR Aero Technic has announced a partnership with Lufthansa Technik that will redefine the standards of engine core wash services in India, emphasizing sustainability, operational excellence, and cost efficiency.

Under this partnership, GMR Aero Technic, will conduct engine core wash services using technology developed by Lufthansa at the Kempegowda International Airport in Bangalore beginning Q4 2024.

In addition, GMR Aero Technic will launch commercial aircraft engine washing services in India in Q4, 2024, allowing customers to have all common engine types for both narrow- and widebody aircraft cleansed using the efficient technique developed by Lufthansa Technik.

“We are pleased to have partnered with GMR Aero Technic, allowing us to expand our global network and soon offer our revolutionary engine washing technology, Cyclean, in India,” said Feliks Wandt, Head of Engine Life Cycles Services at Lufthansa Technik.

With patented technology, Cyclean Engine Wash services offer efficient and sustainable washes, reducing water consumption by 50 % compared to conventional methods, completing washes in under 45 minutes, and eliminating the need for post-engine wash run-ups, a press release said.

Hyderabad

No more benefit shows, special ticket prices for Tollywood in Telangana, says Congress Govt

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The announcement was made by Cinematography Minister Komatireddy Venkat Reddy in the Assembly on Saturday. The Minister said the State government would not permit any benefit shows and special privileges like ticket hikes anymore.

Updated On – 21 December 2024, 07:19 PM


No more benefit shows, special ticket prices for Tollywood in Telangana, says Congress Govt


Hyderabad: The State government has decided to do away with benefit shows and special privileges like ticket hikes for Telugu movies. The decision comes in the wake of the Sandhya Theatre stampede during a benefit show of Allu Arjun‘s ‘Pushpa 2 – The Rule’ recently. The stampede claimed the life of a woman, Revathi, while her son Sri Tej is still battling for life in hospital.

The announcement was made by Cinematography Minister Komatireddy Venkat Reddy in the Assembly on Saturday. The Minister said the State government would not permit any benefit shows and special privileges like ticket hikes anymore.

At the same time, the Minister also announced a financial assistance of Rs.25 lakh to the victim’s family from his personal account. The State government was bearing the medical treatment expenditure of Sri Tej, he added.

Sports

Harbhajan, Kohli and now Jadeja, Indian crickets who came under Australian media’s radar

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During the press conference ahead of the fourth Test of BGT in Mebourne, Jadeja interacted with the media in Hindi. The Australian media claimed the all-rounder refused to answer questions in English and left the session even before the Australian reporters could pose questions.

Published Date – 23 December 2024, 09:22 AM


Harbhajan, Kohli and now Jadeja, Indian crickets who came under Australian media’s radar


Hyderabad: The Indian cricket team which is currently playing the Border-Gavaskar Trophy in Australia, found itself under the scanner of Australian media, yet again, as Indian all-rounder Ravindra Jadeja‘s press conference was dragged into unwarranted controversy.

As per reports, during the press conference ahead of the fourth Test of BGT in Mebourne, Jadeja interacted with the media in Hindi. The Australian media claimed the all-rounder refused to answer questions in English and left the session even before the Australian reporters could pose questions.

However, the Indian media group and the team’s media manager refuted the claims saying the cricketer did not refuse to answer the questions in English but was genuinely in a hurry to board the team bus after a training session.

Moreover, the highly anticipated T20 match between the media representatives of both nations was ultimately scrapped owing to the press conference controversy.

Few days prior to Jadeja’s controversy, star player Virat Kohli was also termed as ‘bully’ following a confrontation of the cricketer with the Australian media over filming him along with his family at the Melbourne airport.

Kohli, who arrived at Melbourne along with wife Anushka and his two kids, requested the media to film him but not his wife and children. The video of the cricketer’s reaction has gone viral on social media drawing heavy criticism from the Australian media fraternity.
Interestingly, this is not the first time that such altercations has occurred between the Indian cricket team and the Australian media.

Harbhajan Singh’s ban during the 2008 Sydney Test

One of the earliest and high-profile controversy occurred during the infamous 2008 Sydney Test match, when Indian off-spinner Harbhajan Singh was accused of making a racial slur against Australian cricketer Andrew Symonds.

The controversy sparked heated reactions in both countries, with Australian media supporting Symonds and the Indian media defending Singh. The all-rounder, after a hearing, was found guilty and was handed a three-match ban.

The BCCI and Indian cricket team strongly protested resulting in overturning the rule, but Singh was fined 50% of his match fee.
Kohli vs. Australian media in 2017 Australian tour

Another altercation occurred during the India vs. Australia 2017 Test series, where Australian players were accused of unsporting conduct and verbal sledging. Virat Kohli, in particular, was found in the Australian media crosshairs for his vocal criticism of Australian players.

Kohli made it to the headlines of several Australian papers, where one paper termed him ‘egomaniac,’ while the other called him ‘childish.’ The Australian media fired at the cricketer after he openly condemned the behaviour of Australian cricketers.

The 2021 Gabba Test

After the historical win against Australia in 2021 in Gabba, tensions flared up yet again as the Australian media criticised India’s celebrations. The Indian cricketers, visibly upset, expressed frustration over constant scrutiny and criticism of Australian media on Indian players.

The constant friction between the Indian cricket team and Australian media has caught the eyes of cricket fans across the country where many question the close scrutiny of Australian media on Indian players.

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ISRO To Study How Crops Grow In Space On PSLV C60 Mission

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ISRO To Study How Crops Grow In Space On PSLV C60 Mission

The PSLV Orbital Experiment Module (POEM) will carry 24 experiments.

New Delhi:

Demonstration of seed germination in outer space, a robotic arm to catch a tethered debris there, and testing of green propulsion systems are some of the experiments planned on the POEM-4 — the fourth stage of ISRO’s PSLV rocket that remains in orbit after launching a satellite.

The PSLV-C60 mission, slated for an yearend launch, is scheduled to place the twin satellites ‘Chaser and Target’ to demonstrate the space docking technologies that are crucial for building India’s space station.

The PSLV Orbital Experiment Module (POEM) will carry 24 experiments — 14 from various ISRO labs and 10 from private universities and start-ups — to demonstrate various technologies in space.

ISRO plans to grow eight cowpea seeds from seed germination and plant sustenance until the two-leaf stage in a closed-box environment with active thermal control as part of the Compact Research Module for Orbital Plant Studies (CROPS) developed by the Vikram Sarabhai Space Centre.

The Amity Plant Experimental Module in Space (APEMS), developed by Amity University, Mumbai, plans to study the growth of spinach in a microgravity environment.

Two parallel experiments will be carried out simultaneously — one on POEM-4 in space and one on the ground at the university.

The experiment’s outcome will provide insights into how higher plants sense the direction of gravity and light.

The Debris Capture Robotic Manipulator, developed by VSSC, will demonstrate the capturing of tethered debris by a robotic manipulator using visual serving and object motion prediction in the space environment.

The robotic manipulator will be capable of capturing free-floating debris and refuelling tethered and free-floating spacecraft in future POEM missions.

Mumbai-based start-up Manastu Space will test Vyom-2U, the green propulsion thruster, that uses a blend of hydrogen peroxide and in-house additives as fuel, with the goal of providing a safer and higher-performing alternative to hydrazine for space applications.

The Varuna payload, developed by Piersight Space-Ahmedabad, is an in-orbit demonstration of a Synthetic Aperture Radar (SAR) in a CubeSat form factor.

This mission marks the initial step towards establishing a constellation of SAR and Automatic Identification System (AIS) satellites, aiming to provide persistent, near real-time monitoring of all human and industrial activity at sea.

(This story has not been edited by NDTV staff and is auto-generated from a syndicated feed.)

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Indian-origin man jailed for life for mother’s murder at UK home

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After killing his mother, Singh went out and bought a sack barrow and spade to dig up the garden. He intended burying Mrs Kaur’s body but was disturbed before he could do that.

London: A 48-year-old Indian-origin man who attacked his 76-year-old mother in their family home in Leicester, eastern England, has been found guilty of murder and sentenced to life imprisonment.

Sindeep Singh was arrested after Leicestershire Police discovered the deceased, Bhajan Kaur, with significant injuries to her head and face on May 13. Following a 16-day trial at Leicester Crown Court, Singh was found guilty of murder and sentenced this week to life in prison with a minimum term of 31 years behind bars before being considered for parole.

“This was a deeply disturbing case which uncovered the lengths Singh went to, to cover his tracks,” said Detective Chief Inspector Mark Sinski from the East Midlands Special Operations Unit Murder Investigation Team.

“After killing his mother, Singh went out and bought a sack barrow and spade to dig up the garden. He intended burying Mrs Kaur’s body but was disturbed before he could do that. The house had been cleaned and there was a very strong smell of disinfectant. There was clear evidence showing the planning after her death,” he said.

The detective revealed that when Singh was approached by officers, he provided false details and initially claimed to have no knowledge of the incident. But during the police investigation, it was established that Singh acted following several arguments over the ownership of the family home, which he believed had been left to him by his late father.

“This has been an extremely distressing and challenging time for Mrs Kaur’s family, they have been left devastated at the loss of their dear mother. They have shown immense courage and dignity throughout the investigation and subsequent legal proceedings,” he said.

“It is unfortunate that this case ended with a trial and the family had to sit through the proceedings and listen to the details of Mrs Kaur’s final moments. This is in no way easy for them – they’ve lost a loved one and will now have to live with the fact that Mrs Kaur’s life was taken by one of their own,” he added.

The court heard how previously Kaur had reported Singh for his behaviour and he was even arrested on suspicion of controlling and coercive behaviour and released on bail while those enquiries were ongoing. The investigation revealed that Singh had been living in his car on the driveway of the home, and on the day of the murder, Kaur had let him into the house.

CCTV evidence showed Singh leaving the property later on the same day and going to purchase a sack and spade from a nearby shop. He then returned to the house on Bolsover Street and when relatives were unable to get hold of Kaur, they went to her home where they discovered her body. When police officers arrived at the scene, they also found that ground in the rear garden had been dug up creating a large hole.