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Delhi top city for iPhone enthusiasts; Hyderabad gets fifth spot

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The research, “iPhone unboxed” conducted by consumer electronics store chain Croma, found “47 per cent growth” in iPhone sales in Delhi from 2020 to 2021 and rose to “106 per cent” from 2021 to 2022 in the city

Updated On – 06:43 PM, Mon – 11 September 23


Delhi top city for iPhone enthusiasts; Hyderabad gets fifth spot



New Delhi: Delhi has emerged as the top city for iPhone enthusiasts as it beats the second in the chart, Mumbai, with a mammoth “182 per cent” more iPhone purchases this year so far, reveals a new report.

The research, “iPhone unboxed” conducted by consumer electronics store chain Croma, found “47 per cent growth” in iPhone sales in Delhi from 2020 to 2021 and rose to “106 per cent” from 2021 to 2022 in the city.

Interestingly, Mumbai, while second in iPhone purchases, also experienced a significant iPhone wave, with over a “tenfold increase” in 2022, according to the report.

The list was followed by Pune, Bengaluru, and Hyderabad, with growth percentages of 198 per cent, 221 per cent, and 132 per cent, respectively, from 2021 to 2022.

“The findings by Croma are based on the purchase patterns of Croma consumers throughout the year and close observations of post-purchase usage trends. The iPhone unboxed not only gives the highlights of the past few years but also sets the tone ahead of Apple’s forthcoming event on September 12th,” read the report.

It also revealed iPhone 13, 128GB, starlight white as the bestselling model; followed by the iPhone 13, 128GB midnight black edition, and the iPhone 13, 128GB blue.

Apple will be announcing its latest iPhone 15 series on Tuesday.

 

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Kavitha visits Kamakhya Devi temple in Guwahati

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The BRS MLC K Kavitha, reached Guwahati for a two-day visit to seek blessings at the popular temple

Published Date – 07:14 PM, Mon – 11 September 23


Kavitha visits Kamakhya Devi temple in Guwahati

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Hyderabad: BRS MLC K Kavitha has embarked on a spiritual journey to Guwahati in Assam, where she offered prayers at the Kamakhya Devi temple on Monday. The former MP from Nizamabad, reached Guwahati for a two-day visit to seek blessings at the popular temple.

Taking to X (formerly Twitter), Kavitha expressed her sentiments about the divine experience, saying, “Stepping into the divine aura of Kamakhya Devi Temple, a beacon of strength, faith, and devotion. I prayed for the well-being, healthy life, and prosperity of loved ones, well-wishers, and the people of Telangana.”

Speaking to mediapersons upon her arrival at the temple, the legislator exuded confidence that with the blessings of the people of Telangana, BRS would come back to power with a thumping majority and would continue to serve the people.

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Telangana’s young scientist becomes part of Guinness World Record feat

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Dr. Javeed MD from Khammam is the editor of the world’s thickest unpublished book titled World-2023 which is 5.80 metre (19.034 feet) thick

Published Date – 07:19 PM, Mon – 11 September 23


Telangana’s young scientist becomes part of Guinness World Record feat




Telangana’s young scientist becomes part of Guinness World Record feat





Dr. Javeed MD receiving a memento and Guinness record certificate in Chennai recently.

Khammam: A young scientist from Khammam Dr. Javeed MD has recorded a milestone achievement by becoming a part of Guinness World Record feat.

He is the editor of the world’s thickest unpublished book titled World-2023 is 5.80 metre (19.034 feet) thick prepared for ESN Publications (India) and London Organisation of Skills Development Ltd. (LOSD), UK to create the record in Chennai, Tamil Nadu recently.

The book with 100100 pages contains research journals on subjects related to different engineering branches, medicine, arts and science. It took nearly six years to compile the book, Dr. Javeed told Telangana Today. The book would be donated to Anna Central Library in Chennai.

He along with six-member editorial team felicitated and was presented with a Guinness record certificate in Chennai. In addition to the Guinness record, he won 11 international awards in the field of research and published over 60 research articles in various international journals.

Dr. Javeed delivered over 15 keynote addresses in international conferences in Malaysia, Thailand, Dubai, Nepal and Indonesia. He trains students and faculty of colleges on technologies such as artificial intelligence, robotics, deep learning and internet of things to enhance their skills.

This young scientist doing research in electronics has nine patents to his credit. He is an independent scholar, motivational speaker, writer and authored four books and four chapters in books useful for engineering students.

He established the Agriculture Hub in Khammam to provide free training to farmers on how to advance agriculture with technology. ‘Agriculture Hub provides free electronic machines to the farmers to achieve high crop yield. It is a sub-organisation of Mana Rythe Raju Welfare Society.

Dr. Javeed was awarded an honorary doctorate by the California Public University for his service in the field of electronics and making machines useful to farmers. Dr. Javeed received his academic doctorate on the topic medical image processing from Mewar University in 2020.

“I feel very happy for being a part of the Guinness record feet” Dr. Javeed said so is his father MD Ghouse, a government school teacher in Khammam. Currently, Dr. Javeed is conducting research on MRI processing through artificial intelligence for early detection of diseases.

World’s thickest book, World-2023

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Panchayat Raj Engineering Department gets new offices in Hanamkonda

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Minister Errabelli Dayakar Rao inaugurated the Warangal and Hanamkonda districts’ PR Engineering Department ENC (territorial) and SE offices

Published Date – 07:38 PM, Mon – 11 September 23


Panchayat Raj Engineering Department gets new offices in Hanamkonda



Hanamkonda: The State government has reorganised the Panchayat Raj Engineering Department (PRED) for administrative convenience and to improve the delivery of services to rural areas. The reorganization created 740 new jobs and many officials were promoted, said Panchayat Raj and Rural Development Minister Errabelli Dayakar Rao.

Minister Errabelli Dayakar Rao inaugurated the Warangal and Hanamkonda districts’ PR Engineering Department ENC (territorial) and SE offices on the premises of the ZP office at Nakkalagutta here on Monday.

“The reorganisation includes setting up of four new chief engineer offices, 12 new circles, 11 divisions, and 60 new subdivisions. The new offices will cater to the expansion of Panchayat Raj activities through Mission Bhagiratha and other programmes of rural development,” he added.

Wardhannapet MLA Aroori Ramesh said that the Panchayat Raj Department is working wonderfully under the leadership of Chief Minister K Chandrashekhar Rao and Minister Errabelli Dayakar Rao. He said that the department has brought about unprecedented development in the state, including the renovation of irrigation tanks, the provision of drinking water to all villages, and the construction of roads and bridges. He said that the reorganization of the PRED is a major step towards further improving the department’s performance. ZP Chairman Sudhir Kumar, Warangal District Collector P Pravinya, Hanmakonda District Collector Sikta Patnaik, CE Seetharamulu, SE Raghuveera Reddy, EE Shankaraiah and other official attended the programme.

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Dry weather to prevail in Hyderabad in coming few days

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According to the Telangana State Development Planning Society (TSDPS), residents can expect the rains to take a backseat starting from Tuesday

Published Date – 07:30 PM, Mon – 11 September 23


Dry weather to prevail in Hyderabad in coming few days

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Hyderabad: After experiencing inclement weather conditions in the form of intermittent rains and cloudy conditions for more than a week, people in Hyderabad and other parts of the State can now expect dry weather to prevail in the coming few days. On Monday, the State’s Capital witnessed sunny conditions with mercury rising to 30.9 degree Celsius during the day.

Throughout last week, the daytime temperatures in Hyderabad consistently hovered between 24 degree Celsius and 26 degree Celsius due to extensive cloud cover and rains. People relished the relatively dry day on Monday, with just one or two short spells of rain towards the evening.

According to the Telangana State Development Planning Society (TSDPS), residents can expect the rains to take a backseat starting from Tuesday. With the exception of one or two brief spells, no major rainfall is predicted for the next two to three days in Hyderabad. This forecast extends to other districts in the state, which are also expected to receive very light to light rains.

The India Meteorological Department (IMD)-Hyderabad has issued a significant update stating that a low-pressure area is likely to form over the northwest Bay of Bengal within the next two days. This development is expected to have implications for the weather in Telangana.

In their forecast, the IMD elaborated, “Heavy rains at isolated places, thunderstorms with lightning, and gusty winds are likely to impact Telangana starting from September 14.”

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Telangana Assembly elections: Eight aspirants apply for Mancherial BJP ticket

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The long list of the applicants for the ticket of Mancherial Assembly constituency, however, is likely to pose a challenge for the leadership of the party in selecting its nominee

Updated On – 07:46 PM, Mon – 11 September 23


Telangana Assembly elections: Eight aspirants apply for Mancherial BJP ticket



Mancherial: Eight aspirants applied for the ticket of the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) from Mancherial Assembly constituency by the end of the last date for submitting papers on Sunday.

The applicants of the ticket for Mancherial segment included BJP district president Verabelli Raghunath Rao, senior leaders M Malla Reddy, Dr Vijay Raghunandan, Thula Madhusudan, Munna Raj Sisodia, Pulagam Thirupathi Gade Srinivas and student leader Thula Anjaneyulu. While Raghunath and Malla Reddy were strong contenders for the ticket, the applications from the others surprised many in the party.

The long list of the applicants for the ticket of Mancherial Assembly constituency, however, is likely to pose a challenge for the leadership of the party in selecting its nominee. The Bharatiya Janatha Yuva Morcha leader Patti Venkata Krishna dropped an application for the ticket of Bellampalli segment. He is facing stiff competition from aspirants such as Koyyala Emaji and Dr A Sridevi.

Soyam Bapu Rao’s son enters fray

Meanwhile, Soyam Venkatesh, the son of Adilabad MP Bapu Rao, submitted his application for the ticket of Boath segment. Venkatesh’s entry into the fray drew the attention of political analysts and parties. Until a few days back, Bapu Rao was thought to be in the fray from the Boath segment. BJP Girijan Morcha state vice president Sakati Dasharath, retired official Godru, Ade Monaji and Vijay Jadav were also vying for the ticket.

BJP Adilabad district president Payal Shankar was another frontrunner for the ticket of BJP. However, senior leader Suhasini Reddy, Vakulabharanam Adinath, Gangareddy, Vilas, Santosh Reddy and Kranthi Kumar have also applied for the ticket, making the selection of the candidate tough for the party. Ramesh Rathod, Bhukya Janu Bai, Harinaik, Bheem Rao and Satla Ashok are also expecting the ticket of Khanapur segment (ST).

At least two aspirants applied for the ticket of Chennur, Mudhole, Asifabad and Sirpur (T) Assembly constituencies each.

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Hyderabad: Woman, associates caught for selling drugs in guise of eatery

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The police seized 51 grams of cocaine, 44 ecstasy pills, eight grams of MDMA in crystal form, five mobile phone, three cars and cash Rs. 97,500 from them

Published Date – 08:35 PM, Mon – 11 September 23


Hyderabad: Woman, associates caught for selling drugs in guise of eatery

The police seized 51 grams of cocaine, 44 ecstasy pills, eight grams of MDMA in crystal form, five mobile phone, three cars and cash Rs. 97,500 from them

Hyderabad: A woman along with her two associates who started an eatery at Madhapur and allegedly were using it as a cover to deal drugs, ran out of luck when the Cyberabad police caught-up with them on Monday.

The police seized 51 grams of cocaine, 44 ecstasy pills, eight grams of MDMA in crystal form, five mobile phone, three cars and cash Rs. 97,500 from them.

According to the DCP (Rajendranagar), Jagadishwar Reddy, the woman Lingampally Anuradha (34) is addicted to drugs and also indulged in selling them. Anuradha during her stay at Gachibowli got a contact of a drug peddler who is from Goa and started buying the drug from him. She initially supplied it to her friends through Prabhakar Reddy (38), who runs a tiffin centre at DLF Gachibowli.

As the business grew, Prabhakar and Anuradha together started frequently visiting Goa to purchase drugs and increased their business in the city. “Sai Kumar (33) with the help of Prabhakar and Anuradha started an eatery ‘Palleturu Pullatlu’, at DLF Gachibowli and was also buying the drugs from him for consumption and supplying to his customers as well,” said the official.

On information the police caught them at Mokila ORR when they came there carrying the drugs. The police seized the drugs and a case is registered against them at the Mokila police station under various Sections of NDPS Act.

The police identified some persons who were regularly purchasing from them.

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Watch: Telangana State Cyber Security Bureau launch unique cyber fraud campaign

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TSCSB teams have devised a novel prank that tricks unsuspecting individuals into picking up a leaflet, which is quite deceptively designed as a ‘wallet’ from which a Rs 500 currency note is jutting out

Updated On – 08:12 PM, Mon – 11 September 23


Watch: Telangana State Cyber Security Bureau launch unique cyber fraud campaign



Hyderabad: In a unique campaign aimed to warn and make people aware of cyber fraudsters, the Telangana State Cyber Security Bureau (TSCSB) teams have devised a novel prank that tricks unsuspecting individuals into picking up a leaflet, which is quite deceptively designed as a ‘wallet’ from which a Rs 500 currency note is jutting out.

The police teams are placing these leaflets at strategic locations in public places. When people spot the faux wallet with Rs 500 currency note and open, then it automatically turned into a leaflet with a message.

“Real vs Rogue. Just like this wallet, online fakes abound. If you are a cyber-victim and lost money call 1930, Stay vigilant, Stay Secure,” the message reads.

The novel concept is the brainchild of TSCSB Director and Cyberabad Commissioner Stephen Raveendra, who after seeing prank videos on social media platforms thought about doing something unique to drive the message on cyber safety.

“People are falling victims to cyber frauds despite us taking up rigorous awareness campaigns. Among many tricks to drive the message we took the wallet prank at public places. Each victim of the prank was counselled by our teams,” said Stephen Raveendra.

In last few days teams of the TSCSB visited several public spaces in Rachakonda, Hyderabad and Cyberabad as part of the campaign. A few videos of the prank went viral on social media further increasing the outreach of the initiative and message of the TSCSB.

The 1930 helpline is a toll-free number National Cyber Crime Reporting Portal introduced by the Ministry of Home Affairs. Victims of cyber frauds can dial up the number and report the cybercrime. The complaints are redirected to the local police cybercrime units.

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Universities in Telangana roll out cyber security course for degree students

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The four-credit course designed by experts from the Osmania University, JNTU – Hyderabad, NALSAR and Police wing, will be offered in the second-year degree

Updated On – 09:04 PM, Mon – 11 September 23


Universities in Telangana roll out cyber security course for degree students

Education Minister P Sabitha Indra Reddy along with TSCHE Chairman Prof. R Limbadri and other officials launched the cyber security course at degree level on Monday.

Hyderabad: With cases of cybercrime coming to light on a daily basis, the State universities have rolled out cyber security course for degree students, focusing on not just creating awareness among youngsters empowering them with tools to guard the cyberspace.

The four-credit course designed by experts from the Osmania University, Jawaharlal Nehru Technological University (JNTU) – Hyderabad, NALSAR and Police wing, will be offered in the second-year degree. The cyber security course will be mandatory for all degree students including those pursuing BSc, BCom, BA and BBA programmes from the present academic year.

The course, which was launched by Education Minister P Sabitha Indra Reddy on Monday, comprises five modules including introduction to cyber security, basics of electronic governance and cyber laws, introduction of cybercrimes and digital forensics, social networks and cyber security, e-commerce and cyber security.

Students will be assessed with theory exams comprising 70 marks and practicals for 30 marks. For practical sessions, students have to either opt for virtual cyber forensic labs with live demo case studies or internships with organisations such as cybercrime police stations, cyber forensic laboratories, banks and IT companies, which are in the cyber security business.

“As per the directions of Chief Minister K Chandrashekhar Rao, who insists on reforms in higher education in tune with changing times, a new course is being commenced from this academic year. The course is being introduced with an aim to make students cyber warriors,” the Minister said.

Education department Secretary Vakati Karuna said a full-fledged course in cyber security would be introduced from the next academic year.

The Minister also released the ISB report on ‘Assessing Assessments in Higher Education’ in the State universities. The ISB recommended doing away with the present practice of rote-learning methods and wanted introduction of a continuous evaluation system with more focus on formative assessment.

TSCHE Chairman Prof. R Limbadri, ADG (Law and Order) Sanjay Kumar Jain, TSCHE Vice Chairman Prof. V Venkata Ramana, Prof. SK Mahmood and other officials were present.

 

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Sitting MLAs in Telangana face least anger among poll-bound states: Report

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However, the picture reverses as more voters are angry at the sitting MLAs in Chhattisgarh with a score of 44. Only 27.6 are angry at the sitting MLA in Telangana and only 28.3 in Rajasthan

Updated On – 08:46 PM, Mon – 11 September 23


Sitting MLAs in Telangana face least anger among poll-bound states: Report

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New Delhi: Sitting MLAs in Telangana face the least amount of anger from the electorate ahead the coming Assembly elections.

However, the picture reverses as more voters are angry at the sitting MLAs in Chhattisgarh with a score of 44. Only 27.6 are angry at the sitting MLA in Telangana and only 28.3 in Rajasthan.

Voters are very angry with sitting MLAs in Andhra Pradesh at 44.9, 41.2 in Mizoram, and 40.4 in Madhya Padesh. Chhattisgarh Chief Minister Bhupesh Baghel is the most popular Chief Minister among those of the states slated for Assembly elections.

As per the IANS CVoter Anger Index in the poll-bound states, Baghel faces the least amount of anger which also implies he is the most popular Chief Minister among the poll bound states.