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Hyderabad: Over 200 attend 3-day Wiki Conference India 2023

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Hyderabad: Readers in India visit Wikipedia and its other projects more than 797 million times each month, the fifth highest number of views from any country, said the organisation on Tuesday.
Wiki Conference India 2023 (WCI 2023), a conference of Indian and South Asian contributors to Wikipedia and its other projects was held in Hyderabad on May 2.
Wikipedia said in a press release that Indian volunteers are integral and valued contributors to the website, which is available in 24 languages spoken across India. In addition, Indian volunteers contribute to the wider ecosystem of Wikimedia projects such as Wikimedia Commons, Wikisource and Wikidata, and also help in improving technology development and features on Wikimedia websites.

“India continues to be a key region of expansion for Wikimedia’s knowledge communities, with a growing number of volunteer contributors and enormous potential to expand our reader base in the country. Wikiconference India is an opportunity to celebrate our local communities and their achievements in increasing access to free knowledge across languages,” said the chief advancement officer of the foundation, Lisa Seitz-Gruwell
Lisa added that the weekend’s event created an important platform to enable active growth and collaboration within the South Asia region.
“Wiki Conference India stands as a testament to the power of leadership and community collaboration in advancing knowledge-sharing and creating a more informed society. Through trust building and language diversity, this conference has become a vital platform for community members to connect, collaborate and contribute to the growth of Wikimedia’s global communities,” said the lead volunteer coordinator for WikiConference Nitesh Gill.
“It is encouraging to see the sheer enthusiasm and participation of Wikimedians at WCI 2023, and I am looking forward to seeing its impact on the development of open knowledge in not only India but the broader South Asia region. I hope this conference provides the grounds needed for further community growth and engagement,” said Nivas Ramisetty, WikiConference India coordinator.
The event was co-organised with a local partner, IIIT Hyderabad and was supported by the Telangana Department of Language and Culture who arranged a cultural dance show and excursion tour.

The three-day conference which was attended by over 200 people concluded on Sunday evening. The conference explored ways to increase the access and sharing of Indian history, culture and experiences on free knowledge projects globally. Participants from India, Bangladesh, Nepal, and Sri Lanka met for the first time since 2016.
The conference provided a common platform for Wikimedians (volunteer contributors and Wikimedia Foundation staff members), invitees and stakeholders interested in Indic-language Wikimedia projects and other aspects of the movement in India and South Asia.
WCI 2023 centred around the theme of “Strengthening Bonds,” chosen to underscore the vital role of building and maintaining robust connections within Wikimedia’s open source communities. The theme was rooted in the belief that a strong support system and opportunities for cross-learning are essential for achieving collective success.
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( With inputs from www.siasat.com )

May 2, 2023
Hyderabad: Neera Cafe to be launched at Necklace Road on May 3

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Hyderabad: The Neera Cafe and Food Court, which recently stew a controversy with its name, is set to be inaugurated on Wednesday by Telangana Prohibition and Excise minister V Srinivas Goud.
Neera, also called palm nectar, is extracted from toddy palms. Neera extraction is generally performed before 7 AM. Neera naturally ferments at room temperature within a few hours of extraction. Once fermented, Neera becomes toddy.
The drink Neera will reportedly be marketed as the ‘Telangana’s drink’ by the government. The cafe is built with Rs 12.20 crores in Necklace Road, Hyderabad.

The state is going to build four Neera procurement centres at the cost of Rs 8 crores each in Nandanam of Bhongir district, Mudwin of Rangareddy district, Munipally of Sanagreddy district and Sarvail of Nalgonda district. The state has recognised 319 toddy tappers and provided training to them.
Life insurance to toddy tappers
The Telangana government is set to provide Rs 5 lakh as insurance to toddy tappers under the scheme ‘Geeta Karmikula Beema’, which will be provided directly to the bank account of their family in case of death while on the job.
Chief Minister K Chandrashekhar Rao made the announcement on Tuesday and expressed his concern that during toddy tapping, unfortunate incidents of accidental slips and loss of lives take place. He said that it is the responsibility of the government to support the families of the toddy workers who died in such unforeseen unfortunate circumstances.
Protest by Brahmins
Members of Brahmin associations staged a protest at Necklace Road on January 10 raising their objection over the naming of the Neera cafe, when rumours floated that the cafe would be named ‘Vedamrutham’.
However, excise minister V Srinivas Goud later clarified that the name Neeramrutham was being considered and justified his statement by saying, “When cow urine is being called Goamrutham, why can’t Neera, a healthy drink be named Neeramrutham”.

While Brahmins argued that naming a kallu (toddy) shop after the Vedas was highly objectionable, Jai Goud leaders contended that Neera is non-alcoholic and even finds a mention in the Vedas.
The issue has been settled as the cafe’s name is replaced by Neera Cafe and Food Court. Takeaway is also available at the cafe.
Khairatabad MLA Danam Nagendar, union minister for Tourism Kishan Reddy, minister for Animal Husbandry Talasani Srinivas Yadav, Industries minister K Taraka Rama Rao, Home minister Mohd Mahmood Ali, Legislative Assembly Deputy Speaker T Padma Rao Goud, GHMC Mayor Gadwal Vijaya Laxmi, and the chief secretary A Santhi Kumari will be present at the event.
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May 2, 2023
Hyderabad: Harish Rao directs officials to expedite work ahead of NIMS expansion

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Hyderabad: Telangana Health minister Harish Rao, has directed officials to expedite all necessary arrangements for the construction of a new 2,000-bed building as part of the expansion of the Government NIMS Hospital.
The foundation stone for the new building will be laid by Telangana chief minister K Chandrashekar Rao.
The expansion of NIMS has been initiated by the chief minister to cater to the increasing population needs, along with the construction of 1,000-bed TIMS hospitals on all sides of Hyderabad. It is recommended to complete all necessary departmental approvals for this new building, which will provide OP, IP, and emergency services in all three blocks, and commence the construction process, a press note from the health ministry said.

The Finance and Health minister held a review with senior officials of the Health Department at Dr. BR Ambedkar’s Telangana State Secretariat on Tuesday.
On this occasion, Minister Harish Rao mentioned that the new NIMS structure, built on eight floors, will increase the total number of beds from 1,500 to 3,500. He also stated that once the recently laid foundation stone for the super speciality MCH is completed, 200 more beds will be made available, bringing the total number of beds in NIMS alone to 3,700. This expansion will provide better access to health services to the people.
The NIMS MCH works should be expedited, and apart from this, the minister directed the completion of the 200-bed super specialty MCH being constructed at Gandhi Hospital by the end of this month. If completed, it will be the first super speciality MCH in the country, he said.
The government wants to accelerate the work of the Government Fertility Center and the State Organ Transplant Center is set up in Gandhi Hospital to provide better access to health services for the people, he said.
The minister directed the superintendent to take steps to improve transplant surgeries like those performed at NIMS hospital in Gandhi. Brain-dead declarations should be made, and organs should be given to those in need to give life. Despite the central government not supplying vaccines, the state government has mobilized them and made them available in PHC, Basti Dawakhana, and CHC. He called for their efficient use.

The minister emphasized that ideal directors and superintendents are those who arrive at the hospital before everyone else and leave after everyone else. He suggested that by making rounds in hospitals for two hours every day and visiting all the departments, most of the problems can be solved. He also mentioned that serving the people is a rare opportunity, and he wants to work responsibly, earn their forgiveness, and bring a good name to the government.
Furthermore, the finance and health minister issued an order to conduct the online process (CBT) for the recruitment of 5,204 Staff Nurse posts in various departments of the health department. He said that the recruitment process should be completed transparently and efficiently.
The review meeting was attended by Health Secretary Rizvi, Arogya Sri CEO vishalakshi, DME Ramesh Reddy, DH Srinivasa Rao, TSMSIDC MD Chandrasekhar Reddy, TVVP Commissioner Ajay Kumar, CM OSD Gangadhar, NIMS In-charge Director Birappa, Gandhi Superintendent Raja Rao, MNJ Cancer Hospital Director Jayalatha, and other officials.
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( With inputs from www.siasat.com )

May 2, 2023
Hyderabad: 3 IPS officers promoted to IGP rank

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Hyderabad: The state government promoted three Indian Police Service (IPS) officers of the 2005 batch of Telangana cadre to the rank of Inspector General of Police (IGP) on Tuesday.
In a government press release, Avinash Mohanty as Additional Commissioner of Police (Addl. CP) Cyberabad, P Vishwa Prasad as Additional Commissioner of Police (Addl. CP) Hyderabad and M Ramesh as IGP Provisioning and Logistics, Hyderabad have retained their existing posts.
The announcement was made by Chief Secretary Santhi Kumari.

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May 2, 2023
Hyderabad: Hookah worth Rs 60,000 seized in Golconda, 2 arrested

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Hyderabad: A hookah parlor was raided by Task Force police officials in the Golconda area for operating the place without a valid license. ‘The Pan house N More’ was raided on Tuesday following which two were arrested and 22 Hookahs were seized.
In the raid, 22 hookahs worth Rs. 60,000 were recovered from the accused. Mirza Ibrahim Ahmed (23), Mohd Wajeed (22) were arrested while the third person Mirza Furqan Baig managed to escape.
According to a press release from the Hyderabad police, on enquiry, Mirza Ibrahim Ahmed confessed that he and his friend Mirzaq Furqan Baig had decided to earn easy money by providing hookah to customers at Mirza Garden function in Golconda.

The police said that Mirza Ibrahim Ahmed had dumped a huge quantity of ‘magic charcoal’ and other hookah items which are highly flammable in nature and could result in fire accidents
“Mirza Ibrahim Ahmed and Modh Wajeed had taken no safety precautions while dumping charcoals hence, they violated the guidelines under the Cigarettes and Other Tobacco Products Act (COTPA) and and Hyderabad City Police Act,” the police said.
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May 2, 2023
Hyderabad: Nehru Zoological Park ticket prices to go up

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Hyderabad: The Nehru Zoological Park experience in the city is going to become more expensive, as the forest department seeks to raise revenue by increasing the admission price.
The decision was taken during a meeting of the Zoos and Parks Authority of Telangana (ZAPAT) on Tuesday, which was presided over by forests minister A Indrakaran Reddy.
Adults will now pay Rs 70 on weekdays and Rs 80 on holidays and weekends, while children will pay Rs 45 on weekdays and Rs 55 on holidays and weekends, according to the new pricing system.

Previously, tickets for adults were priced at Rs 60 on weekdays and Rs 75 on weekends and holidays, while children’s tickets were priced at Rs 40 on weekdays and Rs 50 on weekends and holidays.
The Forest department, however, has decided to raise the admission price across the board in order to produce more revenue.
Information on when the new prices will come into effect is not yet known.
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May 2, 2023
Hyderabad: KCR directs officials to expedite PRLIS project works

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Hyderabad: While holding his first meeting at the newly inaugurated secretariate, Telangana chief minister K Chandrashekhar Rao directed the irrigation officials to speed up the works of Karivena Reservoir under Palamuru-Rangareddy Lift Irrigation Scheme (PRLIS) and supply water into it by July and lift the water up to Uddandapur reservoir by August 2023.
In the review meeting on PRLI, KCR directed officials to complete the work of transferring water from one reservoir to another through the ‘conveyor system’.
He also asked officials to extend a call for tenders to dig up canals for drinking water needs in Tandur, Parigi, Vikarabad, Kodangal and Chevella constituencies.

He had signed files on Sunday related to digging canals from Karivena and Udandapur reservoirs to Narayanpet, Kodangal and Vikarabad, which are being constructed as an integral part of Palamuru-Rangareddy lifts.
Karivena Reservoir is being constructed as part of the larger PRLI. However, the works related to it got delayed citing legal issues.
KCR has now decided to provide drinking water from the Uddandapur reservoir to Vikarabad and Narayanpet districts as part of the scheme, in view of the Supreme Court’s permission to continue drinking water works in the PRLI.
While discussing the progress of drinking water supply works in the erstwhile Mahabubnagar and Rangareddy districts, KCR reviewed the progress of Kalvakurthy, Nettempadu, Bhima and Koil Sagar works.
The chief minister directed officials to complete the remaining works by June.

State ministers S Niranjan Reddy, V Srinivas Goud and P Sabitha Indra Reddy, chief secretary A Santhi Kumari, Secretary to CM Smita Sabharwal amount others were present at the meeting.
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May 2, 2023
Hyderabad: Govt mandates Qazis to work within specified jurisdictions

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Hyderabad: The government of Telangana has mandated that all government Qazis, who are appointed under Section 2 of the Qazi Act, must strictly adhere to the limits specified in their appointment letter. The Collector of Hyderabad was asked to issue instructions to all official Qazis to work within their jurisdictions.
The RDO Hyderabad has ordered all subordinates and Tehsildars of Amberpet, Asif Nagar, Bahadurpura, Bandlaguda, Charminar Golkonda, Himayatnagar, Nampally, and Sayeedabad to issue instructions to the government Qazis in their respective Tehsil boundaries with a copy of the government’s memorandum dated 23 January. The Qazis are expected to perform nikah only in the areas and boundaries mentioned in their appointment letter and adhere to the tax areas listed on the appointment letter.
The government’s move comes after receiving several complaints about some Qazis who have been interfering in the territories of other Qazis by misusing Section 4 of the Qazi Act. The Minority Welfare Department has contacted the government, which has taken this drastic step to address the issue. Secretary, Minority Welfare Department, Ahmad Nadeem has issued a memo, clarifying that the Qazis appointed under Section 2 of the Act must strictly adhere to the scope of their appointment and should not interfere with the boundaries of other Qazis.

The government has made it clear that the public is free to hire private Qazis, but Qazis appointed under Section 2 should not interfere with the boundaries of other Qazis by resorting to Section 4. The government has warned that any further complaint against them will result in action being taken against them without any notice, and their services will be suspended.
It is worth noting that the government had divided the then seven Qazi Zones and established 32 new Qazi Zones on 20 March 2022. Since the approval of the appointments, the government has appointed new Qazis in 13 Qazi Zones by implementing GO 13.
The Collector of Hyderabad has issued these orders to all official Qazis in the jurisdiction, and it is expected that the Qazis will comply with the government’s mandate. Any Qazi found to be violating the government’s order will face disciplinary action, including suspension of their services.
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( With inputs from www.siasat.com )

May 2, 2023
List of smart cities in the world released – Know where Hyderabad stands
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Hyderabad: The International Institute for Management Development (IMD) in collaboration with the Singapore University of Technology and Design (SUTD) has released the IMD Smart City Index listing the smart cities in the world.
The study evaluated current infrastructure and digital services available to residents, relying on variables related to residents’ perception and interaction with government efforts in five main pillars: health and safety, mobility, activities, opportunities (work and education system), and governance.
Zurich of Switzerland tops the list. The city is on the top of the list since 2019. Except, Australia’s Canberra and Singapore all the top ten smart cities in the world are located in Europe.

Following is the list of top 10 smart cities in the world
1. Switzerland’s Zurich
2. Norway’s Oslo
3. Australia’s Canberra
4. Denmark’s Copenhagen
5. Switzerland’s Lausanne
6. United Kingdom’s London
7. Singapore
8. Finland’s Helsinki
9. Switzerland’s Geneva
10. Sweden’s Stockholm
A complete list of smart cities in the world can be viewed on IMD’s official website (click here).
Hyderabad’s rank on list of smart cities
Delhi tops the list of Indian smart cities. Globally, its rank is 105. The second top Indian smart city is Mumbai. Its rank is 109 in the global list.
Hyderabad which ranks fourth in Indian smart cities is at 116 globally. There are a total of 141 cities on the list.
List of smart cities in India
1. Delhi
2. Mumbai
3. Bengaluru
4. Hyderabad
Abu Dhabi named smartest city in MENA Region
For the third consecutive year, Abu Dhabi ranked as the smartest city in the Middle East and North Africa (MENA) region for 2023.
Mohammed Ali Al Shorafa, Chairman of the Department of Municipalities and Transport (DMT), expressed his pride in Abu Dhabi’s ranking as the smartest city in the region.
The Smart Cities Index issued by IMD is considered an important reference for international organisations, decision-makers, and institutions to measure the impact of national strategies in enhancing levels of welfare, achieving progress, and promoting the quality of life for people.
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May 2, 2023
Hyderabad: GHMC bans cellar excavation ahead of monsoons

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Hyderabad: To avoid the occurrence of unanticipated incidents during the upcoming monsoons, Greater Hyderabad Municipal Corporation (GHMC) banned the excavation of new cellars in the city.
On Monday, the GHMC’s commissioner instructed its Town Planning Wing to inspect construction sites in Hyderabad and identify the structures where cellars have been excavated.
Officials of the corporation were further asked to inspect the sites where cellar excavations are in progress and at those sites, besides verifying the cellar setbacks.

Through the inspection, GHMC will ensure that the structures are built as per the sanctioned building plan and issuance of notices will be initiated immediately as a safety measure.
Soil strengthening, construction of retaining walls, barricading and making sure the water is not stagnant in the cellars are a few safety measures that would be uptaken by the corporation.
GHMC has warned of action against those in non-compliance with the notice where the officials will initiate the process to revoke the building permits accorded and cancel the builder’s license, in addition to filing a criminal case of negligence against them.
The order issued by the GHMC states that if the cellar is already dug while the works are not in progress, the safety of the surrounding structures has to be checked and precautionary measures should be taken.
GHMC has directed immediate action to be taken for such sites by sealing the cellars and transporting the debris to the Construction and Demolition (C&D) waste recycling plant.

The order further stated that special attention should be given to the areas with sloppy terrains, rock-cutting sites and places with chances of landslide, as a part of monsoon preparedness.
“If required the GHMC officials should relocate the people residing below the sloppy terrain,” the orders said.
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May 2, 2023