Hyderabad: Observing that Telangana would like to contribute USD one trillion to the Centre’s vision of making the country a USD five trillion economy, Telangana chief minister, A Revanth Reddy on Monday, January 6, urged Prime Minister Narendra Modi to sanction and support various development projects in the state, including the second phase of Hyderabad metro rail.

The PM virtually launched several rail projects, including the inauguration of the Jammu division and the new railway terminal station at Cherlapally here.

Reddy thanked Modi for the new railway terminal.

Stating that Telangana has fallen from second to ninth place in terms of the length of the metro rail network due to a lack of progress during the last 10 years (when BRS was in power), the CM sought the Centre’s sanction of the second phase of Hyderabad metro rail.

Reddy, who virtually attended the event, urged the PM to issue orders to start the works of an integrated railway coach factory at Kazipet sanctioned to the state earlier.

Noting that Telangana is a land-locked state which does not have a port, he requested the Prime Minister to sanction a dedicated railway line from the Machilipatnam port in neighbouring Andhra Pradesh to Telangana.

He said industrial parks can be developed by setting up a dry port in the state.

He also sought a ‘regional ring rail’ along with the Regional Ring Road (RRR) in Hyderabad, which would make 60 percent of Telangana urban. Tenders have been called for 170 km of the proposed 370 km RRR, he added.

Thanking the PM for the Cherlapally railway terminal, the CM said, “At the same time, I need (support) for the above-mentioned projects for the development of Telangana. When the PM talks about the USD five trillion economy, we want to contribute USD one trillion economy from Telangana (for the five trillion economy). Railway development is very necessary for that,” he said.

Other developments

Speaking at the event here, Union MoS for railway V Somanna said the inauguration of the new Jammu railway division and Cherlapally new terminal station and laying the foundation stone for the Rayagada rail division building in Odisha is a historic occasion.

The Indian Railways is becoming modern, efficient and safe with the use of new technology.

Noting that the railway budget for Telangana has increased substantially, Somanna said several railway projects, including 346 km of new lines, doubling and tripling of 370 km of railway lines and electrification of over 1,000 km, have been completed in the state during the last 10 years.

The Cherlapally terminal, fourth in Hyderabad, developed at a cost of Rs 430 crore, would reduce congestion in the three existing terminals of Secunderabad, Hyderabad and Kacheguda, he said.

“Cherlapally railway station is one of the main icons in South India,” he said, adding that it has been built with modern facilities.

Responding to the request of Telangana IT minister D Sridhar Babu seeking Central funds for the development of approach roads and the area near the Cherlapally terminal, Somanna said approach roads are the obligation of the state government.

When a similar issue arose in Karnataka, he spoke to chief minister Siddaramaiah, he said.

The Centre is also investing Rs 2,000 crore in Telangana, he said.

Railway developments in Hyderabad, other parts of Telangana, India

Highlighting the progress of the railways sector in the country, Union coal and mines minister G Kishan Reddy said 1,300 stations in the country are being redeveloped. In Telangana, 40 stations are being modernised.

It is unprecedented in the entire world that over 1,300 railway stations are being modernised at the same time, he said. The Secunderabad and Nampally railway stations in Hyderabad are being redeveloped at a cost of Rs 720 crore and Rs 350 crore respectively, he added.

About Rs 1,20,000 crore has already been spent on National Highways in Telangana and another Rs 80,000 crore would be spent, he said. The rail manufacturing unit at Kazipet in the state will soon be completed and it will provide direct employment to 3,000 people.

Alleging that the previous BRS government in Telangana did not respond on the state’s share of Rs 1,000 crore for expansion of Multi-Modal Transport System (MMTS) trains in Hyderabad, Kishan Reddy said the Centre is bearing the funds and the second phase is now in progress.

The Centre has agreed to extend the MMTS trains to the temple town of Yadagirigutta from Hyderabad if the state government completes land acquisition, he said.

Telangana Governor Jishnu Dev Varma, Union MoS (Home) Bandi Sanjay Kumar and several other leaders attended the event.

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Hyderabad: The long-awaited Aramghar to Zoo Park flyover in Hyderabad was inaugurated on Monday, January 6 by Telangana chief minister Revanth Reddy. Hyderabad MP and All India Majlis-e-Ittehadul Muslimeen (AIMIM) president Asaduddin Owaisi also attended the event.

A resident of Rajendra Nagar, Farzana speaking to Siasat.com said, “The flyover opening will provide relief from the bumpy road on the stretch that has existed for the past few years.”

After repeated delays for over a year, the Aramghar flyover has been thrown open to commuters and will ease traffic congestion, bringing relief to the residents.

Visuals of Aramghar flyover

Aramghar flyover in Hyderabad built at Rs 736 cr

As part of the Strategic Road Development Programme (SRDP) initiated by the previous BRS government, several flyovers and road infrastructure projects were taken up mostly under the limits of the Greater Hyderabad Municipal Corporation (GHMC). Out of the 42 works under SRDP, 36 projects have been completed.

Among them is the Nehru Zoological Park to Aramghar flyover in Hyderabad, which is 4.04 km long. It is known to be the longest flyover after the PVNR Expressway which is 11.6 km long.

The flyover from Zoo Park to Aramghar has been constructed at the cost of Rs 736 crore. The remaining works including laying the ramps on both sides of the six-lane bi-directional highway is expected to be completed by March 2025.

In addition to these projects, there are flyovers, underpasses, and ROBs being constructed around the Kasu Brahmananda Reddy (KBR) Park.

Easing traffic congestion

Designed as a six-lane, bi-directional structure, it will connect Aramghar with the Nehru Zoological Park, significantly improving the flow of traffic in the area.

The flyover is now expected to ease traffic congestion in several key areas of Hyderabad, including:

• Aramghar
• Shastripuram
• Kalapathar
• Darul Uloom
• Shivrampally
• Hassannagar

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Hyderabad: The All India Majlis-e-Ittehadul Muslimeen (AIMIM) is leaving no stone unturned to take credit for the construction of the 4-kilometre flyover from Zoo Park to Aramgarh. It is termed the second-biggest flyover in the city.

The four-kilometre-long six-lane flyover from Aramghar to Nehru Zoological Park is constructed under the Strategic Road Development Programme (SRDP), at a cost of Rs 799.74 crore.

Officials stated that the flyover will address traffic issues in the localities around the flyover. Around 2000 buses TGSRTC and private buses originating from Mahatma Gandhi Bus Stop (MGBS) in Imlibun leave for various regions. The vehicles will have a smoother journey.

Telangana chief minister, A Revanth Reddy inaugurated the flyover at 4 pm in the presence of AIMIM party president Asaduddin Owaisi, Ministers, MsLC, MsLA, senior officials and local public representatives.

On Monday before the inauguration, the AIMIM MLC Mirza Rahmath Baig, along with party corporators and leaders took out a big procession from Hassannagar to the inauguration venue. Dancing to the drum beats, scores of party sympathizers moved in the procession.

The AIMIM party cadre had decked up the flyover with giant cutouts and flags. The party sources said the leadership wants to show it as a major achievement for the AIMIM due to the efforts made in demanding, getting sanctions and ensuring the completion of the mega project.

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It is no surprise that food is more than sustenance in Hyderabad; it is more like a celebration of flavors, culture, and history. And at the heart of this celebration lies Dum Pukht, a cooking technique that is synonymous with the city’s most revered dishes. From the fragrant flavors of biryani to the richness of dum ka kheema, this age-old technique is what sets apart the Hyderabadi food experience. 

Sealing a heavy-bottomed pot with dough and allowing the ingredients to cook in their own steam might sound simple, but the result is a real masterpiece. In fact, even vegetarian delights like bagara baingan owe their flavors and tender textures to this meticulous process. 

More than just a method, dum pukht reflects Hyderabad’s culinary soul- a blend of patience, precision, and passion. It is why generations of Hyderabadis continue to swear by this technique to date, keeping alive this royal legacy. 

The royal origins of Dum Pukht

The history of dum pukht can be traced back to the Mughal era, where the technique was perfected in the royal kitchens. The term itself comes from Persian, where ‘dum’ means ‘slow cooking with steam’, and ‘pukht’ refers to the process of cooking. 

According to popular legend, it was during the reign of Nawab Asaf-ud-Daulah in the 18th century that dum pukht became an iconic cooking method. During a famine, the Nawab instructed the preparation of large pots of food for laborers, which were sealed and slow-cooked. This method of cooking not only fed people but also produced deeply flavorful and tender dishes. 

In Hyderabad, the Nizams further refined this technique, integrating local spices and ingredients to create iconic dishes like Hyderabadi Biryani. Known for their love of luxury and attention to detail, it was no wonder that Nizams adopted dum pukht as the centerpiece of their royal feasts. The slow cooking process not only enhanced the flavors but also ensured that the food was tender and aromatic, providing an indulgent experience that appealed to both the senses and health-conscious needs of the royal court. 

And indeed, to date, this royal technique continues to create food that is fit for kings. 

Dum Pukht in Hyderabad today

Hyderabadi kitchens, be it modern or traditional, continue to swear by dum pukht owing to its ability to preserve the natural flavors of ingredients. The slow-cooking process allows spices and herbs to deeply penetrate the meat, vegetables, and rice, resulting in dishes that are rich, tender, and aromatic. In addition to flavor, dum pukht preserves the nutritional integrity of the food. Cooking food in its own juices, rather than boiling it or exposing it to high temperatures, helps retain vitamins and minerals, making the dishes not just indulgent but also nourishing.

This is the reason why beloved dishes like Hyderabadi Biryani, dum ka murgh, haleem, dum ka kheema, bagara baingan, and khichdi cooked in dum continue to be staples in the contemporary Hyderabad. These dishes are a testament to the technique’s timeless appeal, with the iconic Hyderabadi Biryani standing out for its aromatic layers of marinated meat and rice. Whether in royal feasts or everyday meals, dum pukht remains at the heart of Hyderabad’s culinary heritage, blending tradition with modern dining sensibilities and solidifying its place in both local and global food cultures.

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Hyderabad: The women and children safety wing (WCSW) and the anti-human trafficking unit (AHTU) held a meeting at the Cyberabad police commissioner’s office on Monday, January 6, regarding the eleventh session of Operation Smile. 

At the meeting, 11 special teams were formed, each consisting of a sub-inspector, four police constables, and one woman police constable. 

Informing of their approach towards identifying missing children, the deputy commissioner of police (WCSW), Cyberabad, K Srujana said, “The team will use facial recognition software application called ‘Darpan’  for identifying missing and unidentified children, and those who were separated from their families due to various reasons.”

Based on the data of the previous cases, the police have identified ‘hotspots’ where children are likely forced into labour. They have also requested cooperation from all stakeholder departments to ensure the operation’s success.

‘Operation Smile-XI’ aims to trace missing and homeless children, rescue and rehabilitate them from begging, rag picking, child labour/ trafficking, bonded labour etc. It is conducted annually from January 1 to January 31. Last year over 3000 children were rescued across the state through this operation.

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Hyderabad: An earthmover operated by the Greater Hyderabad Municipal Corporation (GHMC) lost control and collided with several vehicles in Mallapur. The driver who sustained severe injuries while trying to stop the vehicle was rushed to the hospital.

In addition to the earthmover, two motorcycles parked along the roadside were also damaged in the accident.

More details awaited.

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Hyderabad: In the first major step towards land acquisition for the metro rail project in the Old City, some of the residents who gave up properties in that part of Hyderabad were handed over cheques for compensation on Monday, January 6.

The 7.5 kilometre (km) long metro rail line from Imliban to Chandrayangutta is being laid at the cost of Rs 2,750 crore. As many as 1100 properties will be affected due to the Old City metro project, said the Hyderabad Metro Rail authorities. The Telangana government has issued notices on 800 properties.

Ahead of the cheques distribution, Hyderabad collector, Anudeep Durishetty said, “At the onset of the land acquisition, the price per square yard was set at Rs 60,000. However, after the Hyderabad MP requested us the price was revised to Rs 81,000 per square yard.”

Apart from the compensation for the lost property, the evictees will be given a structural value along with the resettlement and rehabilitation benefits to the evictees. Out of the 175 evictees, 40 were handed over the compensation.

Addressing the gathering at the Hyderabad collectorate, Hyderabad Metro Rail managing director NVS Reddy said, “I thank the people who have come forward to help us for land acquisition for the metro rail project.” The compensation for evictees ranged from Rs 2 lakh to Rs 1 crore.

Telangana chief minister Revanth Reddy on Wednesday, January 1, asked the Hyderabad Airport Metro Rail Limited (HAML) authorities to prepare Detailed Project Reports (DPRs) for the Paradise-Medchal (23 kilometres) and JBS-Shamirpet (22 kilometres) Metro corridors. With this, the existing network of the metro in Hyderabad will extend all the way into the interiors of Secunderabad as well.

The Telangana chief minister asked HAML director NVS Reddy to create the DPRs and send them to the government of India for approval as part of the Metro Rail Phase 2, Part-B project. According to a press release from the Hyderabad Metro Rail (HMR), the new corridor from Paradise Metro Station to Medchal will cover approximately 23 kilometres, passing through Tadband, Bowenpally, Suchitra Circle, Kompally, Gundlapochampally, Kandlakoya, and the ORR exit.

Similarly, the corridor from JBS Metro Station to Shameerpet will cover about 22 kilometres through Vikrampuri, Kharkhana, Tirumalagiri, Lothukunta, Alwal, Bollaram, Hakimpet, Tumkunta, and the ORR exit, as explained by the Metro MD to the CM. As of now, the Hyderabad Metro Rail stops at Parade Grounds.

Hyderabad Metro Rail overview

After the Hyderabad Metro became operational in 2017, the blue (Secunderabad-HITEC CITY) and red lines (Miyapur-LB Nagar) were initially functional. After that, the green line (Parade Grounds-MGBS) was added. On September 29, 2024, Telangana chief minister Revanth Reddy approved the Metro Rail’s phase 2 corridors which include the metro’s lines connecting Hyderabad to the airport, and also a line connecting the Chandrayangutta to MGBS line for the Old City.

A total of 116.2 kilometres have been approved for the new corridors for the Hyderabad Metro rail. The line to the airport will pass via the Aramghar.

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Hyderabad: An unidentified man believed to be between 30 and 35 years old was found dead near Hafeezpet railway station in Miyapur on Sunday morning, January 5.

According to reports, police noted severe head injuries with a cement brick discovered near the body. It is suspected that the man was struck on the head repeatedly with the brick leading to his death.

Miyapur police have registered a case. The deceased has been sent to the government hospital for a post-mortem examination.

Further investigation is ongoing.

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Hyderabad: The Directorate of Enforcement (ED), Hyderabad Zonal Office conducted search operations on January 3 under the provisions of the Prevention of Money Laundering Act (PMLA), 2002 at a premise in Hyderabad related to a conman, Sandeep Desai.

Searches conducted at the residential premises of the said alleged conman led to the recovery and seizure of multiple SIM cards and mobile phones used by the conman to entice and extort money from persons facing ED investigation.

ED, Hyderabad Zonal Office, had earlier conducted search operations on 19 December under the provisions of PMLA, 2002 at two premises in Hyderabad related to CSK Realtors Ltd. and Singh Mansions Pvt. Ltd.

ED investigation revealed that based on the press release of the said search on December 19, conman Sandeep Desai contacted Suresh Kumar Agarwal, managing director of CSK Realtors and tried to extort money from him in the name of ED officers.

The conman, Sandeep Desai, used three different mobile numbers to contact Suresh Kumar Agarwal through WhatsApp and falsely projected himself as a senior ED officer.

He convinced Suresh Kumar Agarwal to meet him at a five-star hotel in Hyderabad and during the meeting introduced himself as ‘Rakesh’ and a cousin/friend of an ED officer. The conman allegedly demanded a hefty sum from Suresh Kumar Agarwal and offered to help him in the ongoing PMLA investigation against CSK Realtors through his contacts.

Based on information received regarding the above modus operandi, Suresh Kumar Agarwal was encouraged by the ED officers to file a written complaint. Based on the complaint, swift action was initiated by the ED officers and the said conman was identified through CCTV footage and surveillance and his whereabouts were ascertained.

Subsequently, search operations were conducted at his residential premises from where various SIM cards and mobile phones used by him were seized.

In his statement recorded during the investigation, the said conman, Sandeep Desai, admitted that he tried to extort money from Suresh Kumar Agarwal in the name of ED officers by falsely projecting his association with them.

Further investigation into the case is under progress.

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Hyderabad: The Hyderabad Disaster Response and Assets Monitoring and Protection Agency (HYDRAA) commissioner AV Ranganath ordered inquiries into encroachments on lakes and full tank levels (FTL) in the Cyberabad area.

Ranganath was responding to complaints related to encroachment of ponds, lakes and drains, submitted by the general public at its headquarters in Buddha Bhavan in a redressal programme on Monday, January 6.

1971 war veteran’s land, park grabbed

P Seetarama Raju, a war veteran who fought in the 1971 Indo-Pak War, complained that the land allotted to him by the government, and part of his colony’s park was occupied by a resident of his area, and despite several representations the local officials were not responding.

Only 2,500 acres government lands remaining in Jawaharnagar

Mukesh Kumar, a resident of Jawaharnagar, complained to HYDRAA that out of 6,000 acres of government land in Jawaharnagar, only 2,500 acres of land was left. He alleged that government lands were being sold to private parties with notarised documents. He complained that presently a local person was trying to grab 15 acres of government land there.

Government land in Uppal being sold as plots

Chilakanagar corporator’s husband Praveen Mudiraj complained that in his locality, government land beside a nala was being sold as 60 sq ft plots to the people.

Sewage from gates community being let into Chandanagar water body

Social activists and residents of Chanda Nagar complained to HYDRAA officials that a gated community was letting sewage into the water body without treating it in the sewage treatment plant, and because of that, all the beautification work done around the lake by spending crores had become useless. They also alleged that storm water drains were also encroached around the lake.

A total of 83 complaints were received on the first day of the grievance redressal of HYDRAA.

The HYDRAA commissioner instructed his officials to address and resolve the issues within 10 days systematically without legal disputes.

The state government will soon set up a HYDRAA police station in the city which is likely to be inaugurated before Sankranthi.

After the police station is set up, the agency plans to hold a grievances programme every Monday inviting the public to submit their issues. Over 5,000 complaints have been reportedly received by HYDRAA since its inception in July 2024.

HYDRAA demolish illegal buildings in Ayyappa Society

HYDRAA demolished a multi-storeyed building in Ayyappa Society in Khanamet in Serilingampally. The action came following a visit by Ranganath regarding a 684-yards plot, based on a complaint received.

Ranganath reviewed the notices served by the GHMC and the Telangana High Court’s orders at the scene. He took serious note of the builder disregarding the High Court’s orders and subsequent demolition notices served by the GHMC.

The GHMC issued demolition notices on February 14, 2024, and speaking orders on February 26, 2024, against the illegal construction, which includes a cellar, ground floor, and five floors above it.

Based on the High Court’s order, the GHMC had partly demolished the structure on June 13, 2024. However, the construction continued unabated.

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Hyderabad: Two individuals were charred to death on Monday, January 6 after a car caught fire at the Ghanpur service road in Ghatkesar, Medchal-Malkajgiri district, a suburb of Hyderabad.

One victim has been identified as Ram, 26, a wholesale cycle shop owner from Narapally. The other person remains unidentified.

Upon receiving information, Hyderabad police personnel and fire safety officials reached the scene to contain the fire.

A case has been registered and attempts are being made to identify the second victim.

Further investigation is ongoing.

On Sunday night at the Hotel Minerva Grand in Hyderabad’s Hamayathnagar caught fire fortunately, the flames were extinguished in no time.

Fearing that the fire could be coming out of the kitchen in one of the hotel’s restaurants, videos were making rounds. But the situation on the ground was different. It turned out to be flames caused by the residues of oil trapped on the walls of the chimneys that had accumulated over time, suddenly causing the fire.

Hyderabad records 2500 fire accidents in 2024

The city recorded approximately 2,500 fire accidents this year while Telangana saw a total of 7,600 accidents resulting in over 200 fatalities and property losses worth Rs 822 crore, an official of the fire department told Siasat.com.

These incidents range from small apartment fires to commercial buildings, and factories among other things.

Speaking to Siasat.com, fire department officials in Hyderabad attributed the cause of the fires across Hyderabad to neglect, faulty wiring, overuse of electrical appliances, and carelessness in storing flammable substances. “We try to respond as quickly as possible, but many people are unaware of what to do during a fire, often getting stuck in lifts. Some buildings fail to follow safety protocols, such as having emergency exit doors or a lack of fire extinguishers,” they added.

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A unique and enriching experience awaits children in Hyderabad this month! Khansland Kids Klub, which runs under the banner of Khansland Islamic Gift Shop, is going to organize a fun workshop to learn about the values of friendship in Islam.

The workshop titled ‘Being a Good Friend in Islam’ is designed for children aged 4-12 years and aims to instill essential life skills and a deeper understanding of Islamic values. It’s a great chance for young ones to engage in meaningful discussions and activities around the theme of friendship in Islam.

Speaking to Siasat.com, one of the organizers of the event said, “It’s designed to create an environment where children can learn, grow, and connect with Islamic teachings in a meaningful way.”

“Through games, crafts, stories, and activities, your child will discover the importance of kindness, compassion, honesty, integrity, respect, empathy, self-discipline, and responsibility,” she further added.

So, don’t miss this opportunity to nurture your child’s understanding and growth in a vibrant, Islamic environment!

Details of the workshop

• Date- January 12, Sunday
• Timings- 10:30 am to 1 pm
• Venue- Mahmood Habib Masjid, Road No. 9, Banjara Hills
• Fee- Rs 350 per child (Not for profit event)

Limited seats are available, so early registration is advised. You can register through WhatsApp on 9000200786 or via the WhatsApp Link

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Hyderabad: Telangana chief minister A Revanth Reddy, on Monday, January 6, announced that the foundation stone for constructing the new Osmania General Hospital building at the Goshamahal Stadium will be laid within a week.

He said that a special meeting with all legislators will be held at Dr B R Ambedkar Secretariat either on January 11 or 12, where all officials will be present to discuss the issues and developmental works of Old City.

CM Revanth, along with All India Majlis-e-Ittehadul Muslimeen (AIMIM) chief Asaduddin Owaisi, floor leader Akbaruddin Owaisi and IT minister D Sridhar Babu inaugurated the Nehru Zoological Park Aramghar flyover on Monday.

Addressing a public meeting, the chief minister assured that funds would be released for completing the Charminar Pedestrian Project which has been lying pending for over a decade. He also announced that the cable-stayed bridge at the Mir Alam Tank will be ready in two years.

I will ensure work is done: Telangana CM

“I will ensure that funds are released, but you should get the work done. If a government can’t spend for the development of Hyderabad, there is no need for such a government,” CM Revanth said, in response to requests from the Owaisi brothers who stressed the need for completing various infrastructural projects in Old City.

“Jab ayya aur miya raazi toh hum kya kar sakte hain,” Revanth said in a humorous tone referring to Asaduddin Owaisi as ayya and D Sridhar Babu as miya.

Reminiscing his 35-year-old friendship with Akbaruddin Owaisi, the chief minister spoke about their student days near Urdu Galli in Himatyathnagar.

While mentioning that politics can be done at the time of elections, CM Revanth said that when it came to the development of Hyderabad, he was ready to work with everyone, and was also ready to fight with anyone for the interests of Telangana.

History of Osmania General Hospital

The Osmania General Hospital was completed in 1925 after Hyderabad was affected by the bubonic plague around 1911. The city administration then took care of the issue, following which the then Nizam Osman Ali Khan (1911-48) set up the City Improvement Board (CIB) in 1912 to improve Hyderabad’s infrastructure. It was designed by architect Vincent Esch, who also designed the Victoria Memorial in Kolkata.

The original or heritage building of Osmania Hospital (along with others like the High Court and City College) is a fine example of the Osmania style or Indo-Saracenic genre of architecture and is an integral part of Hyderabad’s 20th-century riverscape and skyline. The CIB during the reign of Osman Ali Khan had transformed the medieval city into a modern metropolis, complete with infrastructure like the High Court, railway stations, etc.

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Hyderabad: A cutting-edge wind tunnel facility was inaugurated at the BITS Pilani Hyderabad campus on Monday, January 5, designed to provide advancements in aerospace, automotive, and structural engineering for the campus students.

Goutham Kurra, an alumnus (Batch of 1993-98) of BITS Pilani, sponsored the state-of-the-art facility named “Nalini Kurra Wind Tunnel Facility” to its Hyderabad campus.

The newly inaugurated facility is completely designed internally and would help drive research and innovation in aerodynamics, renewable energy, and advanced engineering.

Wind Tunnel Facility at BITS Pilani Hyderabad

The Nalini Kurra Wind Tunnel Facility is developed with state-of-the-art technology that can simulate and analyze airflow over objects. The wind tunnel can recreate various wind speeds and environmental conditions, enabling precision testing. It will benefit students and faculty in fields like aerospace engineering, mechanical design, and structural analysis. The facility will also support partnerships with industries, promoting practical, hands-on learning and innovation.

The new Wind Tunnel Facility at BITS Pilani Hyderabad is also designed to provide a platform for startups to test prototypes for drones, wind turbines, and electric vehicles while strengthening hands-on learning and interdisciplinary projects for BITS Pilani students in Hyderabad. The facility aims to enhance India’s aerospace and defence capabilities through collaborations with industry leaders and agencies like DRDO and ISRO while contributing to the nation’s innovation ecosystem.

“BITS Pilani has played a pivotal role in shaping my career. It is an honour to give back to the institution that helped me grow. I hope this facility accelerates research and inspires new heights of innovation in the field of aerospace and quantum physics,” Goutham Kurrasaid during the inauguration of the Wind Tunnel facility.

“The Nalini Kurra Wind Tunnel Facility is not just a new addition to our campus, but a symbol of our relentless pursuit of research excellence. It’s a testament to our commitment to creating infrastructure that fosters groundbreaking innovation,” BITS Pilani Hyderabad campus vice chancellor Professor V Ramgopal Rao said, emphasising the significance of the facility.

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Hyderabad: All India Majlis-e-Ittehadul Muslimeen (AIMIM) floor leader Akbaruddin Owaisi has appealed to chief minister A Revanth Reddy to include dargahs, masjids and major historic and heritage sites of the Old City in the newly introduced Telangana Tourism Policy.

In his address during the inauguration of the Nehru Zoological Park- Aramghar flyover along with AIMIM chief Asaduddin Owaisi on Monday, January 6, Akbaruddin urged CM Revanth to include dargahs like Peer Jahangir, Yousifain, Baba Shareefuddin Pahadi, Mecca Masjid, Medak Church, Grammar School Church, Char Kamaan near Charminar, and also a Parsi place of worship in the tourism policy.

Recalling that it was during former chief minister of undivided Andhra Pradesh Dr YS Rajasekhara Reddy’s reign when the Charminar Pedestrian Project was proposed, Akbaruddin Owaisi pointed out the delay and stressed that if completed, it would add another feather to Charminar, which he termed has been the economic zone for the Old City.

He also requested the chief minister to get parking slots constructed near Charminar as nearly 25,000 to 30,000 tourists visit the iconic area on a daily basis.

Akbaruddin Owaisi also requested the state government to acquire 20 acres out of the 50-acre of land presently belonging to the Waqf Board at Baba Shareefuddin Pahadi, to build a sports stadium.

“It has to be remembered that the football players of Old City have won gold for other countries in the Olympics. Today they feel neglected,” he said.

He urged the chief minister to ensure timely honorarium payments to Imams and Mauzams, pending for five months.

He appealed for the completion of Makalpet IT Tower and the need for a skill development centre in Old City. He also sought Rs 500 crore special package for the construction of 3 new overhead water tanks to tackle water problems in the region.

On a lighter note, AIMIM chief Asaduddin Owaisi hoped CM Revanth would take the first ride from Mahatma Gandhi bus station to Chandrayangutta when the Metro Phase-II is ready for the public in 2028.

Appreciating CM for remembering his jail friend

Asaduddin Owaisi praised Telangana CM for recently meeting his jail friend Nagayya who cooked food for him while he was lodged inside the Cherlapalli Jail.

“When you go to jail, you won’t forget your jail friend,” Owaisi said.

With a dash of humour, Owaisi said that he didn’t know who may go to jail soon or who won’t.

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Hyderabad: Two men were arrested by the Begumpet police from the Rasoolpura X Roads in Hyderabad on Monday, January 6 for stealing batteries from DCM vehicles.

The arrested men have been identified as Mohammed Sohail Pasha, 20, and Syed Ibad Syed Tabrez, 19, both residents of Musheerabad.

The police recovered three batteries from DCM vehicles and two Honda scooters.

According to the police, the arrested duo were found roaming around at the Begumpet PS limits on a scooter without a number plate. This aroused suspicion, prompting the Begumpet police to take them into custody. Upon questioning, they confessed to stealing the vehicle and the batteries.

The two men also admitted to stealing 3 batteries on December 30 from Old Patigadda in Begumpet. A complaint was registered by its owner Mir Arshad Ali in this regard.

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Hyderabad: The Cyberabad police took into preventive custody several workers of Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) while they planned to obstruct the inauguration of Aramghar flyover in protest against the All India Majlis-e-Ittehadul Muslimeen (AIMIM) erecting party flags and huge cut-outs of its leaders.

Local BJP workers under the leadership of B Venugopal, State Executive Committee member, gathered at Shamshabad and were moving towards Aramghar to hold a protest at the venue.

The long-awaited Aramghar to Zoo Park flyover in Hyderabad was inaugurated on Monday, January 6 by Telangana chief minister Revanth Reddy. Hyderabad MP and AIMIM president Asaduddin Owaisi also attended the event.

The Shamshabad police took about 30 BJP workers into preventive custody and shifted them in a police vehicle. All the BJP workers were shifted to Shamshabad police station. All of them were released in the evening.

Aramghar flyover renamed after Dr Manmohan Singh

The newly inaugurated Aramghar to Zoo Park flyover in Hyderabad will be named after former Prime Minister Dr Manmohan Singh. The announcement was made by Telangana CM Revanth Reddy.

He further added, “As Finance Minister, Dr Manmohan Singh contributed significantly to our country’s development, and it is our responsibility to remember his name.”

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Hyderabad: All India Majlis-e-Ittehad-ul-Muslimeen (AIMIM) President Asaduddin Owaisi on Monday, January 6, called for a skywalk to be constructed from Mir Alam Mandi metro station to Charminar in Hyderabad.

Stating the reason for the demand, the AIMIM supremo said that a large number of tourists visit Charminar, Laad Bazaar and other historical monuments in Hyderabad which could be economically beneficial for all.

Owaisi further asked the Hyderabad Metro Rail (HMRL) managing director NVS Reddy to establish a similar skywalk from the metro station to the Salarjung Museum. He said that in all locations where the metro stations will be established, the evictees should be given priority in case they want to establish businesses in the metro station premises.

The Hyderabad MP thanked Telangana chief minister A Revanth Reddy for approving the compensation amount for evictees who have given up their properties for the development of the Old City Metro rail project.

Seeking time for the evictees to move from their current residence, Owaisi said, “I understand that it is very difficult for people to give up their ancestral homes and move to other location, I urge the government of Telangana to give them some time to relocate.”

He appreciated the HMRL for protecting 104 religious structures which are likely to be affected by the Old City metro rail project in Hyderabad. “Numerous religious activities including, Mild un Nabi, Ganesh and Bonalu procession take place at these sites. However, the progress of the Old City metro rail shouldn’t be hindered. Kindly look for alternatives so that the project is completed in the next four years,” he urged NVS Reddy.

The AIMIM chief further urged the Telangana government to complete the construction of the Airport Metro stating that roughly 8,000-10,000 youth travel to the Hi-tech City for jobs on a daily basis.

Asaduddin Owaisi accuses previous governments of neglecting Old City metro

While he appreciated CM Revanth for laying the foundation stone for the Old City metro project, Owaisi criticised the previous governments for neglecting the project. “Our well-wishers (in the political sense) used to say that the Majlis (AIMIM) is an impediment to Old City’s development,” he said.

The Hyderabad MP went on to say that the first inspection for laying the metro rail line was undertaken by the Telugu Desam Party government under the then chief minister N Chandrababu Naidu. “However, they didn’t take the project seriously. After Naidu, Rajasekhara Reddy took over and initiated the work on the plan that was approved during the TDP government and so on five chief ministers went by before the Old City metro project began.”

Owaisi accused ex-Telangana chief minister K Chandrashekhar Rao of neglecting the development of the Old City metro during his 10-year tenure. The AIMIM chief said he repeatedly urged KCR to initiate the project and stated that the topic would be diverted.

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Hyderabad: Chief minister A Revanth Reddy assured Prime Minister Narendra Modi that Telangana was ready to contribute USD 1 trillion in the USD 5 trillion economy that the latter envisions to see India emerging only if the railway infrastructure and network in the state is given a major boost.

During the inauguration of Cherlapalli railway terminal which was virtually inaugurated by PM Modi along with other railway infrastructure projects in Jammu and Kashmir, and Odisha on Monday, January 6, the Telangana chief minister reminded the prime minister that the proposals sent by the state government for the Metro Phase-II project was pending and needed the approval of the Union cabinet.

He requested the Centre to approve a dedicated greenfield highway along with a railway line connecting Hyderabad with Bandar Port.

Pointing out that South Korea was looking for “China plus 1” country for manufacturing electric vehicles, CM Revanth said that South Korea was ready to invest heavily in Telangana.

He also urged Prime Minister Modi to sanction a railway line alongside the regional ring road in Telangana, a railway line between Vikarabad and Krishna that would connect Hyderabad with Karnataka, and a railway coach factory in Kazipet.

“Telangana is a land-locked state which doesn’t have a port facility. The only way to increase connectivity and spur economic development is by improving the railway network and infrastructure,” Revanth observed.

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Hyderabad: Telangana State Board of Intermediate Education has extended the due date for the payment of Rs 2,500 fees to appear for the Intermediate 2025 examinations will January 16.

In a statement to the media on Monday, January 6, the board informed that the first and second-year regular and failed intermediate students under general and vocational streams who have not paid their examination fees could avail this opportunity.

The Board had announced that the intermediate first and second-year examinations will be held from March 5 to 20. The practical examinations will be held from February 3 to February 22.

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