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Indian student stabbed in US gym, given zero chance of survival

Khammam student stabbed in US gym, given zero to five percent chance of survival

A 24-year-old Indian student, T Varun Tej, is battling for life in the US state of Indiana after a man stabbed him in the head at a public gym. The suspect, Jordan Andrade, has been arrested and charged with attempted murder and aggravated battery.

Andrade told police that he stabbed Varun because he believed Varun was going to assassinate him. However, other gym-goers described Varun as someone who generally kept to himself and was quiet and reserved.

Varun is currently in critical condition and has reportedly been given a zero to five percent chance of survival. His family is urging the Indian government to provide better treatment for him.

Timeline of events

  • Sunday morning: Varun is stabbed in the head by Andrade at Planet Fitness Club in Valparaiso, Indiana.
  • Sunday morning: Varun is taken to a Fort Wayne hospital due to the severity of his injury.
  • Sunday morning: Andrade is arrested by Valparaiso Police.
  • Wednesday afternoon: Andrade is scheduled to make an initial appearance on the charges before Porter Superior Court Judge.

Investigation

The Valparaiso Police Department is still investigating the motive for the attack. It is unclear why Andrade believed that Varun was going to assassinate him.

Varun’s condition

Varun is currently in critical condition and has reportedly been given a zero to five percent chance of survival. He is being treated at a Fort Wayne hospital.

Support for Varun and his family

Varun’s family is urging the Indian government to provide better treatment for him. They have also set up a GoFundMe page to raise money for his medical expenses.

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BJP Transformed India Into an “Unemployed Nation,” Says KTR

Telangana Minister KT Rama Rao on Monday criticized the BJP for turning India into an “unemployed nation.”
He said that the BJP State president, G Kishan Reddy, who has failed to contribute to the development of Telangana, lacks the moral authority to discuss job appointments.

Rama Rao pointed out that India is witnessing the highest unemployment rate in 45 years under Prime Minister Narendra Modi.

He challenged Kishan Reddy to name a state government that has filled more job vacancies than Telangana in the past decade.

Rama Rao dared Kishan Reddy to make the BJP-led Central government release a “white paper” on the number of jobs filled over the last ten years and the existing vacancies in various departments. He stated that more than 16 lakh Central government jobs are lying vacant.

The Minister said that despite the Centre canceling projects like the Information Technology Investment Region (ITIR) and refraining from establishing Bayyaram Steel factory and other provisions promised under Andhra Pradesh Reorganisation Act, the Telangana government succeeded in attracting investments in the private sector and creating over 24 lakh jobs in key sectors like IT, manufacturing, pharma and others.

 

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5th Digital Citizens Summit to be held at T-Hub from Nov 2

Hyderabad: The Digital Empowerment Foundation (DEF), in collaboration with the Center for Development Policy and Practice (CDPP), is organizing the 5th Digital Citizens Summit (DCS) from November 2 to 4 at T-Hub, Hyderabad.

The summit will focus on addressing crucial topics related to internet governance, human rights, and the future of the internet. The theme of this year’s summit is “Commoning the Internet for a Vibrant Democracy.”

The DCS is expected to bring together a diverse range of participants, including tech and social innovation experts, academicians, practitioners, civil society organizations, and government stakeholders.

The summit will feature presentations from research scholars and experts on topics such as data ownership and data protection, AI regulations, AI dark patterns, and the digitization of the Indian judiciary system.

In addition, the DCS will also host thirty different workshops on a variety of topics related to digital citizenship.
The 5th DCS is expected to be a valuable platform for discussing the challenges and opportunities of the digital age, and for developing solutions to ensure that the internet is a force for good in society.

Highlights

  • The 5th Digital Citizens Summit will be held at T-Hub, Hyderabad, from November 2 to 4, 2023.
  • The summit will focus on addressing crucial topics related to internet governance, human rights, and the future of the internet.
  • The theme of this year’s summit is “Commoning the Internet for a Vibrant Democracy.”
  • The DCS is expected to bring together a diverse range of participants, including tech and social innovation experts, academicians, practitioners, civil society organizations, and government stakeholders.
  • The summit will feature presentations from research scholars and experts, as well as thirty different workshops on a variety of topics related to digital citizenship.

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Hyderabad-Maldives direct flights resume with IndiGo

Hyderabad-Maldives route reopens with IndiGo direct flights

  • Hyderabad: GMR Hyderabad International Airport Ltd. (GHIAL) has announced the resumption of flight services by IndiGo Airlines, re-establishing the connection between Hyderabad and the Maldives.
  • The move comes in response to the increasing demand from leisure travelers who have chosen the Maldives as their vacation destination.
  • Effective from October 31, IndiGo flight 6E-1797 will depart from Hyderabad at 12:40 hours and arrive at Male Airport at 14:50 hours, with a travel time of 2 hours and 10 minutes.
  • Flight 6E-1798 from Male will depart at 15:55 hours and arrive at Hyderabad Airport at 18:45 hours, with a travel time of 3 hours and 30 minutes.
  • The non-stop flights between Hyderabad and Male will operate every Tuesday, Thursday, and Saturday.

Highlights:

  • IndiGo resumes direct flights between Hyderabad and the Maldives.
  • The flights will operate every Tuesday, Thursday, and Saturday.
  • The move comes in response to the increasing demand from leisure travelers.
  • The flight time from Hyderabad to Male is 2 hours and 10 minutes.
  • The flight time from Male to Hyderabad is 3 hours and 30 minutes.

Benefits to travelers:

  • The resumption of direct flights between Hyderabad and the Maldives will make travel more convenient and affordable for leisure travelers.
  • Travelers will no longer have to transit at another airport, which will save them time and hassle.
  • The shorter flight time will make the journey more comfortable for travelers.

Overall, the resumption of direct flights between Hyderabad and the Maldives is a positive development for both travelers and the tourism industry.

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Karimnagar: Pamela Satpathy appointed as new Collector, Abhishek Mohanty as Commissioner of Police

Karimnagar: In an official announcement, Telangana Chief Secretary Shanti Kumari has appointed Pamela Satpathy as the new Collector of Karimnagar district. Abhishek Mohanty is also taking on a significant role as the Commissioner of Police for Karimnagar district.

Pamela Satpathy, who previously served as the Director of Municipal Administration in Hyderabad, will now lead Karimnagar as its Collector. Abhishek Mohanty, who was previously the Deputy Commissioner of Police for traffic in the Rachakonda commissionerate, has taken up the role of Commissioner of Police in Karimnagar district. These appointments were made in accordance with a government order issued on Monday.

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Static Surveillance Teams in Hyderabad Gear Up for Poll Duty

Static Surveillance Teams (SSTs) in Hyderabad underwent training on Monday in preparation for their deployment across all constituencies from November 3. The teams will be working round the clock in three shifts to monitor election-related activities and prevent illegal spending and other violations.

MCC Nodal Officer and EVDM Director Prakash Reddy urged SST officers to be respectful toward citizens while conducting inspections. He also reminded them that their vehicles will be equipped with GPS tracking and CCTV cameras, and that all officers are required to register their names and locations on video while reporting to duty.

Reddy further asked officers to submit the cash and other items seized to the Returning Officers through SHOs, making sure that receipts are provided. As SST teams will record all the places and objects seized, anyone who is in the recording will be given a copy at a fixed fee.

Additional CP Vikram Singh Mann informed SST officers that gatherings and meetings are banned 48 hours before polling. He asked them to report any information about the presence of cash in someone’s house to Income Tax officials, but cautioned them against entering the premises themselves.

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Telangana Governor Condemns Knife Attack on BRS Candidate

Telangana Governor Tamilisai Condemns Knife Attack on BRS Candidate Kotha Prabhakar Reddy

Siddipet, Telangana: Telangana Governor Tamilisai Soundararajan has condemned the knife attack on BRS candidate Kotha Prabhakar Reddy in Siddipet district on October 30, 2023.

The Governor called the attack “dangerous to the democratic process” and directed the Director General of Police to take strict measures to investigate and ensure the security of contesting candidates and campaigners during the elections.

“Violence has no place in democracy,” Tamilisai said in a statement. I urge all political parties and their supporters to maintain a peaceful and secure environment for free and fair elections.

Tamilisai also wished Prabhakar Reddy a speedy recovery.

Governor Angry Over Attack

In a separate statement, Tamilisai expressed her anger over the attack.

I am shocked and angry to learn about the knife attack on BRS candidate Kotha Prabhakar Reddy,” Tamilisai said. “This is a cowardly act of violence that has no place in our democracy.”

Tamilisai said that she was “monitoring the situation closely” and that she would “take all necessary steps to ensure that the perpetrators of this crime are brought to justice.”

Police Investigation Underway

The police have launched an investigation into the attack on Prabhakar Reddy.

According to the police, Prabhakar Reddy was attacked by a group of unidentified men while he was campaigning in Siddipet district. He was stabbed in the chest and abdomen and was rushed to a hospital in Hyderabad.

The police have said that they are investigating all possible angles to the attack and that they will arrest the perpetrators soon.

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Hyderabad: Minister Harish Rao Visits Vishnuvardhan Reddy

Hyderabad: Minister Harish Rao paid a visit to the residence of former Congress MLA P Vishnuvardhan Reddy. This visit may lead to a decision on when Vishnu will officially join the BRS party. It’s worth noting that Vishnuvardhan Reddy had given his approval to join BRS on Sunday, along with Chief Minister KCR at Pragati Bhavan.

After meeting with Vishnu, Minister Harish Rao spoke to the media and shared that he had invited Vishnu to join the BRS party. He mentioned that Vishnu felt disheartened by how the Congress party treated him. Harish Rao and Vishnu had served together in the Legislative Assembly for five years and had collaborated on various causes. Vishnu expressed his interest in joining the BRS party.

Minister Harish Rao also discussed the political landscape, highlighting the controversy involving Revanth Reddy and the alleged seat-selling issue associated with TPCC Chief Revanth Reddy. He stressed that the people need to decide who is better suited to lead the state. According to him, if the Congress party comes to power, it could harm the state, and this election is essentially a choice between supporters of Telangana and those who may not have the state’s best interests at heart. Minister Harish Rao pointed out that there is visible development in Hyderabad.

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Kotha Prabhakar Reddy Attacked with Knife
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Kotha Prabhakar Reddy Attacked with Knife

Siddipet, Telangana: On Monday morning, BRS candidate and MP Kotha Prabhakar Reddy was attacked with a knife by a man named Gatani Raju in Surampalli village of Daultabad mandal. The incident occurred while Reddy was campaigning for the upcoming elections.

Reddy sustained serious injuries in the attack and was rushed to the hospital by his supporters. The police immediately reached the spot and arrested Raju. An investigation into the incident is underway.
The motive behind the attack is still unknown. However, the police have said that they are not ruling out any possibility.

This incident has caused a stir in the political circles of Telangana. Several leaders have condemned the attack and expressed their solidarity with Reddy.

The Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) has accused the Telangana Rashtra Samithi (TRS) of being behind the attack. However, the TRS has denied the allegations.

The police have appealed to the people to maintain peace and harmony. They have also assured that they will take stringent action against those involved in the attack.

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ECI Reviews Telangana Election Arrangements

The Election Commission of India (ECI) on Monday reviewed the election arrangements in Telangana with Chief Electoral Officer (CEO) Vikas Raj, Collectors, Superintendents of Police (SPs), and Commissioners of Police (CPs) of all districts.

During a video conference, the ECI inquired about the state-wide inspection and seizure of illegal items, as well as the details of model code of conduct complaints received. The CEO briefed the ECI on the measures taken to implement the directives made by the Central Committee during its recent visit to the state.

The ECI gave several instructions to the state election authorities on model code of conduct (MCC) violations and seizure of illegal items. The ECI also asked the state officials about the implementation of the directives made by the Central Committee during its visit to the state.

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Lalu Prasad Criticizes Government for Many Train Accidents

Lalu Prasad Yadav, a prominent political figure, expressed his concern about the frequent train accidents in India. He shared his thoughts on a social media platform and questioned who should be held responsible for these incidents.

Recently, there was a major train accident in Andhra Pradesh’s Vizianagaram district. Lalu Prasad Yadav was deeply troubled by this and offered his condolences to the families of the 14 people who lost their lives and wished a speedy recovery to the more than 50 passengers who were injured.

He raised important questions about the ongoing train accidents in the country. Lalu Prasad Yadav asked how long authorities would try to cover up these accidents with misleading headlines. He also referred to a report by the Comptroller and Auditor General (CAG) that indicated heavy financial losses for the Indian Railways due to privatization.

One of the recent accidents involved the Palasa passenger train colliding with the Raigarh passenger train, resulting in 14 fatalities and numerous injuries. Officials from the East Coastal Railway (ECR) believed that the casualty count might increase.

Prior to this incident, a derailment of the Anand Vihar (New Delhi) Kamakhya North East Express at Raghunathpur station on October 11 led to five deaths and over 30 injuries. There was also the tragic Balasore triple train accident in Odisha, where the Coromandel Express and two other trains collided, claiming the lives of 292 passengers.

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Telangana Opinion Poll: BRS Leading with Comfortable Margin

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Telangana Opinion Poll: A recent opinion poll by the Sri Atmasakshi (SAS) Group has predicted that the ruling Bharat Rashtra Samithi (BRS) is all set to secure a comfortable victory in the upcoming Telangana Assembly elections.

The survey says that the BRS is leading with a 42.5 percent vote share, while the Congress is likely to secure 36.5 percent and the BJP could get a 10.75 percent share.

This is the third survey conducted by the SAS Group in different time frames. The first survey was conducted from July 18 to August 17, followed by the second survey between August 21 and October 30. The third survey was conducted from October 2 to 28.

The survey was conducted in 110 Assembly constituencies by collecting 2,65,000 samples with 820 enumerators assigned to collect the samples. On an average, 2400 samples were collected from each constituency.

Compared to the 2018 results, the organisation’s survey noticed that there was a decline of 4.3 percent in BRS vote share. Yet, the BRS was leading ahead of the Congress and BJP.

Ahead of the 2018 elections, the SAS group had predicted that BRS (then TRS) would win 85 to 89 seats and the party had won 88 seats. Similarly, it had said the Congress would secure 19 to 20 seats and the party won 19 seats. BJP was expected to win one seat and it won only one seat.

In the recent Karnataka elections too, the organisation’s survey had estimated that the BJP would win 83 to 84 seats and it ended up winning 66 seats. Similarly, the Congress was expected to win 117 to 124 seats and it won 135 seats. The JD (S) was predicted to win 23 to 30 seats and ended up winning 19 seats.

The SAS Group is known for its near accurate predictions and its survey on the Telangana Assembly elections is likely to be closely watched by all political parties.