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Chintha Prabhakar rallies BRS cadre in Sangareddy, urges stronger support for BRS Medak Lok Sabha candidate

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Prabhakar had won with a majority of over 8,000 votes defeating his nearest rival and Congress candidate T Jagga Reddy.

Published Date – 8 April 2024, 06:52 PM


Chintha Prabhakar rallies BRS cadre in Sangareddy, urges stronger support for BRS Medak Lok Sabha candidate

Chintha Prabhakar (file photo)

Sangareddy: Sangareddy MLA Chintha Prabhakar has called upon BRS cadre in Sangareddy assembly segment to put a dedicated effort to give a better majority to the BRS Medak Lok Sabha candidate P Venkatrami Reddy.

Prabhakar had won with a majority of over 8,000 votes defeating his nearest rival and Congress candidate T Jagga Reddy.

During a meeting with the party cadre in Sadsiavpet on Monday, the Sangareddy MLA urged the cadre to rededicate themselves to improve the majority in the Lok Sabha elections.

He asked them to explain to the voters how the Congress government failed to keep their promises made during the assembly election campaign. Party candidate P Venkatrami Reddy also spoke.

Hyderabad

MBA student killed in road mishap near Patancheru

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The victim was Akula Arun (23), a second year MBA student in GITAM deemed to be University, Hyderabad located at Rudraram in Patancheru mandal.

Published Date – 8 April 2024, 06:47 PM


MBA student killed in road mishap near Patancheru


Medak: An MBA student died in a road accident when a speeding private travel bus hit his bike at Isnapur on NH-65 under Patancheru police station limits on Monday.

The victim was Akula Arun (23), a second year MBA student in GITAM deemed to be University, Hyderabad located at Rudraram in Patancheru mandal.

Arun, who died on the spot, was a native of Kamareddy district. The body was shifted to the Area Hospital in Patancheru for postmortem. A case was registered.

Hyderabad

Chicken prices shoot through the roof, cross Rs 300 a kilo

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The production of chicken usually declines as small poultry farm owners stay away from the activity to avoid losses since it is more expensive to protect birds from the soaring heat.

Published Date – 8 April 2024, 06:39 PM


Chicken prices shoot through the roof, cross Rs 300 a kilo


Karimnagar: There is a sudden spurt in the prices of chicken, with a hike of Rs.80 to Rs.100 per kg within the span of a week.

The situation is not restricted to Karimnagar and is being reported from different parts of the State. A kilogram of skinless chicken is now being sold at Rs.320 in the retail market, while wholesale traders are selling a kilo of skinless chicken at Rs.300.

Many attribute the price rise to the summer. The production of chicken usually declines as small poultry farm owners stay away from the activity to avoid losses since it is more expensive to protect birds from the soaring heat.

Unable to tolerate the heat, chicken die in large numbers in many poultry farms, dealers pointed out, adding this was leading to a shortage and subsequent spurt in prices. One week ago, the price of a kg of chicken was between Rs.180 to Rs.220.

However, the price graph started soaring by the end of March. Speaking to Telangana Today, Raju, owner of Jyothy Chicken Centre, said they were forced to hike the price due to the shortage of chicken.

Though it was a common thing for production to decline in summer, this year the shortage had hit the market much earlier than usual, he said.

A wholesale trader, Pasha informed that small poultry farmers would not grow chickens in summer since it was very difficult to protect birds from soaring heat conditions.

Only large scale farmers would grow chickens by taking special precautions including arranging air coolers and other measures.

Hyderabad

Hyderabad cops bust cricket betting racket

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The police seized Rs. 18.50 lakh in cash, and freezed five bank accounts with deposits that amounted to Rs. 18.34 lakh.

Published Date – 8 April 2024, 06:26 PM


Hyderabad cops bust cricket betting racket

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Hyderabad: The Cyberabad police on Monday busted a cricket betting racket operated by a gang of eight persons and arrested four people.

The police seized Rs. 18.50 lakh in cash, and freezed five bank accounts with deposits that amounted to Rs. 18.34 lakh.

The arrested persons are M Ramakrishna Goud (30), M Upender Goud (40), Srinivas (38) and B Vinay Kumar (44).

According to DCP (Madhapur) Dr. G Vineeth, a gang of eight persons were organizing the online cricket betting on the ongoing IPL 2024 matches and collecting money from the punters. On information, the RC Puram police along with the Cyberabad SOT team caught them. Efforts are on to nab the remaining four persons who are absconding.

Hyderabad

Salar Jung Museum to remain closed on Tuesday

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The closure is in observance of Ugadi. Visitors and art enthusiasts were advised to plan their visits accordingly, taking into consideration the closure on Tuesday.

Published Date – 8 April 2024, 06:11 PM


Salar Jung Museum to remain closed on Tuesday


Hyderabad: The iconic Salar Jung Museum in the city will be closed for the public on Tuesday. This decision was announced in a press release issued by the Museum authorities.

The closure is in observance of Ugadi. Visitors and art enthusiasts were advised to plan their visits accordingly, taking into consideration the closure on Tuesday.

The Salar Jung Museum, housing a vast collection of art, antiques, and manuscripts, remains a key attraction for tourists and locals alike.

Hyderabad

Unidentified man found murdered in Sangareddy

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Locals who saw the body alerted the Sangareddy Rural Police, who found that he was killed with a rock being used to smash his head

Published Date – 8 April 2024, 06:05 PM


Unidentified man found murdered in Sangareddy


Sangareddy: The body of an unidentified man, aged 55 to 60 years, was found in a pool of blood near a chicken centre at Pothireddypally Junction near Sangareddy town in the early hours of Monday.

Locals who saw the body alerted the Sangareddy Rural Police, who found that he was killed with a rock being used to smash his head

The body was shifted to the Government Hospital in Sangareddy for postmortem. Police are inspecting CCTV footage to identify the killers.

Hyderabad

Youngster electroucted in Medak

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According to the police, the villagers harvest the Morri fruits found in the forest area of Medak district, and sell them in towns and Hyderabad to earn a livelihood.

Published Date – 8 April 2024, 05:53 PM


Youngster electroucted in Medak

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Medak: A youngster, who climbed a tree to harvest Morri fruits on the outskirts of Shalipeta in Havelighanpur mandal on Monday, was electrocuted as he came in touch with live electric wires. The victim was Baja Kishore (20) of Burgupally.

According to the police, the villagers harvest the Morri fruits found in the forest area of Medak district, and sell them in towns and Hyderabad to earn a livelihood.

Kishore lost his life while harvesting the fruits. A case was registered.

The body was shifted to the Government Hospital, Medak for postmortem.

Hyderabad

Unable to bear running costs, Hyderabad cab drivers launch ‘No AC campaign’

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Shaik Salauddin, the founder president of TGPWU, highlighted the inability of drivers to activate the air conditioning (AC) in their cabs due to diminishing per-kilometer fares.

Published Date – 8 April 2024, 05:17 PM


Unable to bear running costs, Hyderabad cab drivers launch ‘No AC campaign’


Hyderabad: Telangana Gig and Platform Workers union (TGPWU) has announced the launch of ‘No AC campaign’ in response to the challenges faced by drivers working with Uber, Ola, and Rapido apps.

Shaik Salauddin, the founder president of TGPWU, highlighted the inability of drivers to activate the air conditioning (AC) in their cabs due to diminishing per-kilometer fares.

“In Hyderabad, operating the AC significantly raises fuel and maintenance costs, which are estimated at Rs 16-18 per kilometer. After factoring in commissions from Uber, Ola, and Rapido, drivers only earn around Rs 10 per kilometer. This financial strain has led to a decline in the quality of rides offered,” Salauddin said.

The campaign urges customers to understand the financial challenges faced by drivers and to consider tipping if they wish to use the AC during rides.

Furthermore, TGPWU calls upon the State government to implement uniform fares per kilometer for all app-based taxis and ensure platform companies’ compliance with government regulations. The union highlights that while inconvenience is not their intention, the lack of response to their requests has left them with no choice but to launch this campaign.

If their demands are not met promptly, TGPWU warns of potential nationwide action in collaboration with trade unions from other states.

Hyderabad

Congress Govt failed the farmers of Telangana, says Maheshwar Reddy

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Addressing a press conference on Monday, Reddy said the farmers in the State were suffering due to the inefficiency of the State government.

Published Date – 8 April 2024, 04:51 PM


Congress Govt failed the farmers of Telangana, says Maheshwar Reddy

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Hyderabad: BJP Legislative Party leader and Nirmal MLA A Maheshwar Reddy blamed the Congress government for drought like situation in the State and farmers suicide.

Addressing a press conference on Monday, Reddy said the farmers in the State were suffering due to the inefficiency of the State government. “This government is not able to provide water for irrigation. Farmers are committing suicide as their crops are getting dry due to lack of water. Congress government’s inefficiency was responsible to the present State of the farmers,”he alleged.

Coming down heavily on the Congress, the BJP MLA said the government failed to disburse Rs. 7,000 crore allocated for the Rythu Bandhu scheme by the BRS government. “The Congress government which promised to release the Rythu Bandhu scheme funds after coming to power diverted it for other purposes,”he alleged.

Congress promised to waive farm loans upto Rs. 2 lakh and provide Rs. 15,000 per acre under Rythu Bandhu to farmers, tenant farmers and agricultural labourers, but so far it had not taken any step in that direction, he said.

Hyderabad

Banks to be closed for 5 days in April, plan your visits accordingly; Details inside

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Customers who are planning to visit their respective banks are advised to check with their nearest bank branches to confirm local and state holiday leaves so that they can avoid travelling physically.

Updated On – 8 April 2024, 04:35 PM


Banks to be closed for 5 days in April, plan your visits accordingly; Details inside


Hyderabad: Individuals, pensioners and others planning to take-up financial transactions by physically visiting banks should watch-out and be prepared for disruptions in regular banking operations, as financial institutions are expected to be closed for at least five-days in the coming few days.

All national banks, including the State Bank of India (SBI), have five back-to-back holidays on April 9 for Telugu New Year (Ugadi), on April 10 or April 11 for Eid, April 13 for the second Saturday and April 14 for Sunday. There will be one more bank holiday on April 16 for Ram Navami festival in Telangana and Andhra Pradesh.

Customers who are planning to visit their respective banks are advised to check with their nearest bank branches to confirm local and state holiday leaves so that they can avoid travelling physically. According to several media reports, overall, the banks in India will remain shut for nearly 12 days (in various states including working and non-working days) in the month of April, 2024:

List of holidays in April:

April 9: Ugadi (Telugu New Year)

April 10 or April 11: Ramzan/Eid festival depending on the moon sighting

April 13: Second Saturday

April 16/17: Ram Navami celebrations

April 27: Fourth Saturday