The event by the Department of Hospitality invited students from various disciplines to come together in celebration of Christmas
Published Date – 30 November 2024, 06:22 PM
Hyderabad: GITAM Deemed to be University, Hyderabad, organised a cake mixing ceremony on the campus here on Saturday. The event by the Department of Hospitality invited students from various disciplines to come together in celebration of Christmas.
Participants engaged in the ritual of mixing an array of dried fruits, nuts, aromatic spices, and juices, creating a rich blend that will be allowed to marinate over the coming weeks. This process ensures that the cakes produced are both moist and bursting with flavor, embodying the festive spirit.
“This event not only celebrates the culinary arts but also fosters camaraderie among students from diverse fields,” said Ambika Philip, Deputy Director-Hospitality.
Stating that the Congress government had no moral right to celebrate “Rythu Panduga”, Satish Reddy said the Congress had failed in fulfilling promises made to farmers during the assembly polls
Published Date – 30 November 2024, 06:11 PM
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Hyderabad: Accusing Congress government of deceiving farmers, BRS Social Media Convenor Y Satish Reddy said Chief Minister A Revanth Reddy should apologize for not fulfilling promises made to the farmers.
Stating that the Congress government had no moral right to celebrate “Rythu Panduga”, Satish Reddy said the Congress had failed in fulfilling promises made to farmers during the assembly polls, hence, it had no right to celebrate the event. “Revanth Reddy’s government is the only government in the country which has cheated farmers to a tune of Rs. 63,000 crore in a year. CM’s claim of spending Rs. 54,000 crore for the welfare of farmers is misleading and far from the truth,”he said.
The Chief Minister promised to provide Rs. 15,000 per acre crop insurance to farmers, but so far he had not taken any step in that direction, he said, adding that he even failed to provide incentives to farm labourers. “CM even failed to procure paddy at MSP. He has cheated farmers to come to power. His claims about releasing funds for farmer welfare is false,”he said.
There were no injuries reported in the fire, which is suspected to have been caused by a short circuit. Firefighters battled the intense flames for over two hours to bring the situation under control. According to the police, the fire erupted suddenly and rapidly spread throughout the flat, trapping a family inside as the flames engulfed the area. The residents screamed for help as the fire quickly intensified.
Published Date – 29 November 2024, 08:30 PM
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Hyderabad: Fire broke out in an apartment complex in Mirchowk in the older part of the city, leading to panic in the surroundings on Friday.
None was injured in the fire mishap and a short circuit is suspected to be the reason for the fire.
Fire service personnel fought for over two hours to control the leaping flames with much difficulty.
According to the police, fire erupted and quickly spread to the whole flat and a family residing in it was trapped in the flames that engulfed the surrounding. The residents started screaming for help as the fire quickly spread.
On receiving information, the local police and the fire department personnel reached the spot and the residents of the house managed to escape as the flames swept through the house in the joint operation by the forces.
Panicked residents of apartments on other floors and in other blocks rushed out as leaping flames quickly engulfed the apartment.
Though there were no fatalities, but the incident caused extensive damage to the apartment. The police are investigating the cause of fire and the estimation of the property which was damaged.
The State government has decided to allot 1 MW solar plants to SHGs to help them financially
Published Date – 30 November 2024, 05:45 PM
The State government has decided to allot 1 MW solar plants to SHGs to help them financially
Hyderabad: The Telangana Solar Energy Association (TSEA) has urged the State government to revise the tender conditions formulated for the setting up of 1 MW solar plants by Self Help Groups (SHGs) in the State.
The State government has decided to allot 1 MW solar plants to SHGs to help them financially. Telangana State Renewable Energy Development Corporation Limited (TGREDCO) has recently invited tenders to take up the solar plant installation works.
TSEA president B Ashok Kumar Goud has urged the TGREDCO to address certain tender conditions that could unintentionally disadvantage local vendors and Micro, Small, and Medium Enterprises (MSMEs), thereby favouring larger, non-local players. TGREDCO-empanelled vendors, who have been active in the rooftop solar sector (up to 1 MW) in Telangana, face challenges with the new tender, he said, adding that the tender’s requirement for ground-mounted solar plants with 11/33 kV connectivity excludes vendors experienced in smaller-scale rooftop projects with LT (400V) terminations.
Stating that Telangana currently lacks a robust policy for solar plants exceeding 1 MW, Ashok Kumar said the gap puts local businesses at a disadvantage, as most vendors lack experience in high-capacity ground-mounted projects, which were now mandatory under the tender conditions.
TGREDCO should revise the tender conditions to align with the capacities and experiences of local MSMEs and empanelled vendors, he said, adding that this would help create more equitable opportunities for Telangana-based businesses.
Reports indicate that the fire erupted at a warehouse owned by the Cotton Corporation of India, located in Pudur village, Medchal. Upon noticing the fire, the workers on the premises quickly evacuated the area.
Published Date – 30 November 2024, 04:45 PM
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Hyderabad: Fire broke out a cotton ware house at Medchal on Saturday afternoon. No casualties are reported so far.
According to reports, the fire broke at a ware house belonging to Cotton Corporation of India, located at Pudur village in Medchal. The workers who were in the premises on noticing the fire rushed away from the place.
On information, four fire tenders from nearby fire stations rushed to the spot and started fire fighting operations. The cause of the fire is yet to be ascertained.
One step forward, two steps backward has been the functioning style that is becoming all the more identifiable with the Congress as it completes one year in power
Published Date – 30 November 2024, 05:33 PM
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Hyderabad: Telangana was once praised by world leaders for having a pro-active, fast moving (remember Foxconn Chairman Young Liu’s ‘Telangana Speed’ remark) and foresighted government. Those were the days when the BRS was at the helm. That image, however, is fast crumbling. The Congress dispensation in the State now appears to be fast building a dubious recognition for flip flop decisions over different issues. One step forward, two steps backward has been the functioning style that is becoming all the more identifiable with the Congress as it completes one year in power.
Right from the decision to reject the Rs.100 crore donation from the Adani Group, to the retracted orders on assessment of Class 10 students, the ‘U’ turn on decisions taken by the State government in the last one week alone reflects the state of governance in Telangana.
On Tuesday, Chief Minister A Revanth Reddy said the State government has decided to turn down the Rs.100 crore donations for Skills University announced by Adani Group. This was after earlier defending the investments and donation from Adani Group.
During the recent assembly elections in Maharashtra, the Chief Minister had openly defended Adani Group’s investments in Telangana. However, soon after Congress MP Rahul Gandhi spoke against deals with the Adani Group, Revanth Reddy’s bus with Adani screeched to a halt and the donation was “rejected”.
Soon after this came the Lagacherla embarrassment. This was after several attempts to put up a brave face against the relentless fight put up by tribal farmers in Lagacherla and other villages against the Chief Minister’s pet Pharma Village project in his own constituency. With attempts to pull conspiracy theories out of the air against the BRS backfiring, and national agencies including the National Human Rights Commission descending on Lagacherla, Revanth Reddy first tried to say that there was no proposal for a pharma village and came up with an industrial corridor story.
Even that version changed with the State government withdrawing the controversial land acquisition notification on Friday. Interestingly, on Saturday, the government took another U-turn, and a fresh notification was issued for acquiring land, this time with the announced purpose being a multipurpose industrial park.
The U-turns did not end there. On Thursday, the State government issued a memo to award 100 percent marks to external assessments in SSC public examinations without any marks for internal assessments from the academic year 2024-25. The orders did not stand straight even for 24 hours. On Friday, the government took a U turn on awarding 100 percent marks to external assessments and decided to retain the existing assessment system i.e., 80 percent marks to external assessment and 20 percent to internal assessment for the academic year 2024-25 only.
The government also decided to implement allotment of 100 percent marks to external assessment in the SSC examination from the academic year 2025-26.
Repeated U-turns make a circle, and that is how the Revanth Reddy administration appears to be functioning.,
Dhara Life’s motto, “A network to unite, innovate, and transform,” embodies its mission to tackle grassroots challenges and uplift communities. Despite his demanding academic commitments, Revanth has led several impactful initiatives.
Published Date – 30 November 2024, 04:45 PM
Hyderabad: In a heartwarming testament to the power of youth-led change, Dhara Life, a student-backed NGO, is making waves in community transformation. Founded by 16-year-old Revanth Vadde, a student of Santa Maria School, this initiative aims to unite, innovate, and transform society.
Dhara Life’s slogan ‘A network to unite, innovate, and transform’ reflects its mission to address grassroots challenges and empower communities. Despite his busy academic schedule, Revanth has already spearheaded impactful projects.
As part of its inaugural campaign, Dhara Life organized a library donation drive across local communities and schools. The drive collected a substantial number of books, which were used to establish a library at the Government Primary School in Borabanda, fostering a culture of learning among young students.
In its second major initiative, Dhara Life addressed the critical need for clean drinking water. Through a crowdfunding campaign on Milaap, it successfully raised funds to set up an RO water plant at ZPHS Ganehnagar, benefiting over 400 students.
Dedicated to community welfare, Revanth Vadde while balancing the demands of his education, also plans to expand the NGO’s activities, addressing various social needs and inspiring others to contribution
The award of Commandant’s Banner symbolizes overall excellence and marks the conclusion of fiercely contested series of events, ranging from physical activities, sports, debate, quizzes, cultural events, cross-country runs, field camps, drill competition and academics.
Published Date – 30 November 2024, 04:50 PM
Hyderabad: A magnificent Commandant’s Banner presentation ceremony was held at Tejas Parade Ground, Air Force Academy (AFA), Dundigal here on Saturday.
The award of Commandant’s Banner symbolizes overall excellence and marks the conclusion of fiercely contested series of events, ranging from physical activities, sports, debate, quizzes, cultural events, cross-country runs, field camps, drill competition and academics.
The crescendo of this quest for excellence was marked by the prestigious Inter-Squadron Drill competition. Aquino Squadron sealed their claim for this coveted competition with impeccable drill movements, daunting words of command and synchronised team efforts.
The Flight Cadets and Under Trainee Flying Officers (UTFOs) captivated the audience, which included all instructional staff and senior officers of the Academy. Their disciplined march past blended perfectly with the stirring martial tunes played by the IAF Band.
During the event, Aquino Squadron was declared the Champion Squadron for the Autumn Term 2024 and Squadron Cadet Captain, Flight Cadet Phalke Saee Vikram marched forward with precision to receive the esteemed banner from Air Marshal S Shrinivas, Commandant, AFA.
Speaking at a press conference at Telangana Bhavan on Saturday, Sravan stated that the Telangana Thalli statue was created by BRS President and former Chief Minister K Chandrashekhar Rao after consulting those involved in the Telangana movement and experts, with the aim of inspiring the people during the movement.
Published Date – 30 November 2024, 04:58 PM
Hyderabad: Accusing Chief Minister A Revanth Reddy of attempting to erase the legacy of the BRS government in an attempt to score political points, BRS leader Dasoju Sravan slammed the Congress government’s decision to make changes in the existing Telangana Thalli statue without considering the emotional connection people have with it.
Addressing a press conference at Telangana Bhavan here on Saturday, Sravan said the Telangana Thalli statue was created by BRS President and former Chief Minister K Chandrashekhar Rao after holding consultations with people involved in the Telangana movement and experts, to motivate the people during the movement. “People involved in the Telangana movement are deeply attached to Telangana Thalli and bringing changes in the statue will hurt their sentiments. Hence, the government should withdraw its proposal,”he suggested.
Coming down heavily on Revanth Reddy, the BRS leader said Revanth from the beginning was against Telangana and never took part in the Telangana movement. “Revanth wants to destroy all the things associated with the Telangana movement. As soon as he became CM he started erasing all the works of KCR and Telangana movement. Changes in Telangana Thalli statue too is an attempt to erase Telangana movement. Revanth is forgetting that no one can erase the contribution of KCR in the Telangana movement,”he said.
The State government on Friday decided to continue the existing assessment system i.e., 80 marks for external and 20 marks for internal exams in the SSC Public Exams for the present academic year 2024-25.
Published Date – 29 November 2024, 10:54 PM
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Hyderabad: The State government on Friday decided to continue the existing assessment system i.e., 80 marks for external and 20 marks for internal exams in the SSC Public Exams for the present academic year 2024-25.
The move by the government comes a day after it issued an order notifying that 100 per cent of the marks will be awarded to external assessment exams only, doing away with the internal assessment marks. Modifying this order, the government on Friday decided to implement this from the next academic year i.e., 2025-26.
However, students will be awarded marks instead of grades announced earlier.
