Hyderabad: BRS working president KT Rama Rao has asked party cadre to remain vigilant and prevent any irregularities by Congress and BJP during the upcoming special intensive revision (SIR) of electoral rolls in Telangana. Describing SIR as crucial for the upcoming elections, KTR directed all MLAs and constituency in charges to ensure strong coordination from…
Hyderabad: A car caught fire due to an electrical short circuit in Shamshabad on Wednesday night. Fortunately, two occupants in the car got out of the vehicle in time without any harm.On the complaint of the car owner, Panchade Nagnath Sangappa, 40, RGI airport police registered a fire accident case. He is a lorry mechanic…
Hyderabad: Furious with municipal staff for not clearing garbage from their area for months, about 50 residents of a ward under the Mahabubabad municipality recently marched into the civic office in protest with bags of waste in hand. The irked residents of Ward No. 21, who were accompanied by their elected member, alleged that garbage…
Hyderabad: Even as the women’s reservation bill moves closer to reality, Telangana’s caste survey signals that deeper gender inequalities continue to persist across communities, raising questions about how far political representation alone can drive change.The Socio-Economic, Educational, Employment and Caste (SEEEPC) Survey-2024 reveals that nearly 67% of women across castes are educated only up to…
Hyderabad: After recording highest temperature of the season on Thursday at 44.4 degrees, Telangana is likely to witness some respite as thunderstorms are expected over the coming days. Beginning April 19, storm activity will initially adjoining districts of Hyderabad, before gradually extending to most parts of the state between April 21 and 25. Hyderabad is…
Hyderabad: The caste survey reveals that social barriers continue to shape everyday life, from access to places of worship to choices in marriage, pointing to the persistence of deep-rooted hierarchies.The SEEEPC survey found that 6.4 lakh households — about 5.7% of the total — reported facing restrictions or intimidation while visiting local places of worship….
Hyderabad: Land ownership patterns in Telangana tell a story that goes beyond simple population share, revealing how economic power is unevenly distributed across castes. The SEEEPC Survey-2024 shows that several communities with relatively smaller populations command a disproportionately higher share of land, while others continue to remain land-poor despite larger numbers.Among the most striking examples…
Hyderabad: Child marriage in Telangana is not confined to communities it is usually associated with. A careful reading of the Independent Expert Working Group (IEWG) report and related Telangana Socio-Economic, Educational, Employment, Political and Caste (SEEEPC) survey shows that while the overall burden remains spread across all social groups, some of the most unexpected spikes…
Hyderabad: With the release of the SEEEPC survey, the state govt now faces a far more complex task than conducting the exercise itself — translating hard data into equitable policy and political action. The findings are expected to reshape both governance and electoral dynamics in the coming years.The survey points to disparities across castes, clearly…
Hyderabad’s photographers and enthusiasts embrace the city’s dawn and dusk, finding serene spots like Khajaguda Hills and Gandipet Lake. They chase the golden hour’s vibrant colours, appreciating the clearer skies of summer. These individuals seek tranquil experiences, highlighting Hyderabad’s blend of natural beauty and urban life for a calming escape. For many Hyderabad based photographers…
