Our Special Correspondent Hyderabad: A moderate earthquake, registering a magnitude of 5.0 on the Richter scale, struck the Godavari Valley Rift near Mulugu, Telangana, at 7:28 am today. The epicenter, located approximately 120 km from Hyderabad, had a depth of 10 km below the surface. The National Geophysical Research Institute (NGRI) confirmed the quake occurred…
Hyderabad: Telangana BJP spokesperson NV Subhash criticized Chief Minister Revanth Reddy, accusing him of presenting an overly optimistic vision while neglecting the state’s pressing financial challenges. According to Subhash, Telangana’s fiscal health is under strain, highlighted by a fresh borrowing of ₹10,000 crore to meet immediate needs. He argued that a competent leader should focus…
New Delhi: In a relief to YSR Congress Party social media in-charge Sajjala Bhargav Reddy, the Supreme Court on Monday granted protection from arrest to him for two weeks to enable him to move the high court for quashing of multiple FIRs lodged against him in Andhra Pradesh. Refusing to quash the multiple FIRs on…
Hyderabad: Haryana Governor Bandaru Dattatreya and Telangana Governor Jishnu Dev Verma paid homage to former Andhra Pradesh Chief Minister and Governor Dr. Marri Chenna Reddy on his 28th death anniversary at a solemn event held at Rock Gardens on Monday. The commemoration, organized by Dr. Reddy’s son, Marri Shashidhar Reddy, a senior BJP leader and…
Hyderabad: The Hakku Initiative, known for championing social justice and advocating solutions in collaboration with government authorities, officially launched its poster, logo, and a dedicated missed call number at the Hyderabad Press Club today. Renowned filmmaker Tammareddy Bharadwaj and actor Shiva Balaji were the event’s key speakers. Bharadwaj emphasized the need to challenge societal injustices, noting,…
Hyderabad: The city-based DESIRE Society organized a World AIDS Day walk to raise awareness about HIV/AIDS. US Consul General Jennifer flagged off the event, commending its importance in promoting HIV awareness. The event, attended by DESIRE Society President R.P. Patnaik, saw participation from representatives of leading corporates, including JPMC, Oracle, Accenture, and Capgemini. The walk…
Amaravati: In a major development, the NDA-led-Andhra Pradesh government has abolished the State Waqf Board on Saturday (30th November). The development was confirmed by a notification issued by the Minorities Welfare Department. The government noted that the election of the Chairperson of the Andhra Pradesh Waqf Board was stayed by the High Court. At the…
Secunderabad: The Telangana Endowments Department has reportedly taken the controversial step of halting a long-standing morning ritual at the historic Tadbund Hanuman Temple, here. This decision has sparked widespread concern and criticism, especially among devotees who view the ritual as an integral part of their religious practice. For over 30 to 40 years, a morning…
Hyderabad: A proposal to do away with the restriction that bars persons having more than two children from contesting rural local body polls is under consideration of the Telangana government. Sources from the ruling Congress party said on Saturday that the government was thinking of going back to the old policy which was changed in…
Tirumala: In a significant initiative, the Tirumala Tirupati Devasthanams (TTD) will set up a replica of the renowned Tirumala temple at the Kumbh Mela in Prayagraj, Uttar Pradesh. The event, scheduled from January 13 to 26, 2025, will draw millions of devotees, providing a spiritual experience for those unable to visit the original shrine. TTD’s…
