Hyderabad News Digest
Telangana has announced a ₹84,790 crore action plan for Hyderabad's development, and a ₹120 crore drought plan amid El Nino fears. Opposition parties and the Prime Minister continued to clash over voter roll revision and the conduct of Parliament.
Hyderabad Today
Telangana Unveils ₹84,790 Crore Plan for Hyderabad
The Telangana government has announced an action plan worth ₹84,790 crore for the development of Hyderabad. The reported report does not list further breakdowns in the summary.
₹120 Crore Drought Plan Amid El Nino Fears
Telangana has rolled out a drought plan with ₹120 crore allocated, as concerns grow over El Nino conditions. The plan is intended as a relief measure for affected areas.
Telangana Weighs Subsidised Grocery Basket Through Ration Shops
The Telangana government is considering a subsidised grocery basket to be distributed through ration shops, reported in the context of the Sankranti season. No final decision is stated in the summary.
Retail Prices Fixed for Three Fine Rice Varieties
The Telangana government has announced maximum retail prices for three fine rice varieties, ranging from ₹66 to ₹79 per kg. The price cap applies to these varieties.
36-Hour Water Supply Disruption Planned From November 3
Parts of Hyderabad will face a 36-hour water supply disruption beginning November 3. Residents in affected areas are expected to be impacted during this period.
Green Tankers Initiative Begins in Hyderabad Core Urban Region
A Green Tankers initiative is set to begin in Hyderabad's core urban region from November 1. The summary does not provide further operational details.
Traffic Police Book 3,619 Motorists for Phone Use
Hyderabad traffic police have enforced a zero-tolerance policy against phone use while driving, booking 3,619 motorists. The enforcement drive is ongoing.
TG SAFE Suspends Licences of 14 Eateries
The food safety authority TG SAFE has suspended the licences of 14 eateries in Hyderabad over food safety violations.
Nine Arrested in Interstate Illegal Egg Donation Racket
Police arrested nine people and rescued 43 women in connection with an interstate illegal egg donation racket operating in Hyderabad.
Two Employees Held for Siphoning Over ₹1 Crore From Police Welfare Fund
Two employees have been arrested for allegedly siphoning off more than Rs 1 crore from a Hyderabad police welfare fund. The case is under investigation.
High Court Stays Special Privilege Fee on Bars for Four Weeks
The Telangana High Court has stayed the state's special privilege fee on bars for four weeks. The stay applies during this period while the matter is considered.
India News
Modi and Opposition Clash Over Obstruction and Voter Roll Revision
Prime Minister Narendra Modi criticised the opposition for allegedly obstructing development and pursuing an anti-India pattern. Congress leader Rahul Gandhi's opposition rallies targeted the voter roll revision exercise, and Home Minister Amit Shah challenged Gandhi to debate alleged vote theft in Parliament.
INDIA Bloc Holds Symbolic Impeachment of CEC Gyanesh Kumar
The INDIA bloc held a symbolic public impeachment of Chief Election Commissioner Gyanesh Kumar on six charges at a mock Parliament. Some participants also demanded a treason case against him.
Andhra Pradesh Braces for Another Cyclone
Andhra Pradesh is preparing for another cyclone, days after a previous storm. Authorities are monitoring the system as it approaches the coast.
Uttarakhand Helicopter Crash Reiterates Parliamentary Panel Concerns
A helicopter crash in Uttarakhand has renewed concerns previously raised by a Parliamentary panel. The reports highlight safety issues that the panel had flagged earlier.
ISRO Launches NVS Satellite
The Indian Space Research Organisation has launched NVS, according to a News On AIR report. The summary does not provide further mission details.
How Reliance Jio Became India's Second-Largest Company
Al Jazeera reports on how Mukesh Ambani's Jio grew to become India's second-largest company by market value. The article examines the company's rise in the Indian economy.