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…
Hyderabad: The six-day Sri Brahmotsavam festivities at the Hare Krishna Golden Temple concluded in a grand and spiritual manner on Friday. Starting on November 24, the celebrations featured elaborate rituals, vibrant bhajans, and devotional kirtans, drawing devotees from across the country. On the final day, sacred rituals including Maha Purnahuti, Utsavar Abhishekam, and Chakra Snanam…
Amaravati: YSRCP top leader and former Chief Minister YS Jagan Mohan Reddy on Thursday strongly refused allegations of payment of bribes to Andhra Pradesh officials by the Adani Group for solar power purchases during his party-led government and said his name was not mentioned anywhere in a US court’s indictment on the matter. In his…
Hyderabad: A local court on Thursday summoned Telangana Minister Konda Surekha to appear before it on December 12 over a criminal defamation complaint filed by actor Nagarjuna. The actor accused the minister of making defamatory statements against him and his family. The controversy began in October when Minister of Forest Surekha’s comments drew strong reactions…
Amaravati: Andhra Pradesh Deputy Chief Minister Pawan Kalyan on Wednesday called for unity in condemning the alleged arrest of an ISKCON priest in Bangladesh. The actor-politician urged the neighbouring country’s interim leader and Nobel laureate Muhammad Yunus to take steps to stop the “atrocities on Hindus in Bangladesh”. “Let’s all unite together in condemning the…
