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Lakshmi Manchu’s Teach for Change Collaborates with Pegasystems India to Revolutionize Education in Telangana

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A Joint Initiative Creating a Ripple Effect in Educational Empowerment

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Hyderabad, 5th Jan 2024: Renowned actor, producer, and philanthropist Lakshmi Manchu’s Teach for Change has joined forces with Pegasystems India to launch an extensive development program at Government primary schools in Jafferguda, Hyderabad, Telangana. The inauguration ceremony of the renovated Government Primary School in Jafferguda witnessed the presence of Teach for Change Chairperson Lakshmi Manchu, Mr. Ddharaniikota Ssuyodhan, Lead Counsel for India & International Corporate Law at Pegasystems, and Rohini Devi, District Education Officer Hyderabad. This ceremony marks the commencement of a comprehensive development initiative for multiple schools in the region.

The envisioned enhancements encompass the construction of a boundary wall, stage, borewell, painting, artwork, and other essential amenities, fostering a conducive learning environment for the students. Teach for Change, led by Lakshmi Manchu, has been actively involved in various educational initiatives, while Pegasystems, represented by Ddharaniikota Ssuyodhan, has been a significant CSR partner for Teach for Change.

Expressing her thoughts on the initiative, Lakshmi Manchu, Chairperson & Founder of Teach for Change, said, “I’m eternally grateful to Pegasystems India for embarking on such a lofty mission with Teach for Change. What you witnessed at Jafferguda is just the beginning of a very long journey. We are committed to bringing change to every student in need, one life at a time, and we will relentlessly pursue this mission. Partners like Pegasystems are like the wind beneath our wings, and it’s very reassuring.”

In the academic year 2023-24, the organization achieved a remarkable milestone, impacting 10,935 students across 243 smart classrooms. The dedicated efforts of 464 volunteers have played a crucial role in supporting and teaching in government schools across three states. These endeavors contribute to a larger mission to improve the quality of education in government schools and create positive ripples in the education sector.

The inauguration ceremony not only celebrated infrastructural development but also testified to the collaborative efforts of Teach for Change, Pegasystems, and local educational authorities. This collective endeavor exemplifies the power of partnerships in driving positive change in education, making a lasting impact on the lives of thousands of students.

Sonia Gandhi Set to Contest Lok Sabha Polls from Khammam: State Congress Leaders Gear Up for High-Stakes Election Battle

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Hyderabad, Jan 5, 2024 :- In a significant development, reports are emerging that Sonia Gandhi, a key leader of the Congress party, is poised to contest in the upcoming Lok Sabha elections from Khammam. Sources indicate that the state party’s top leaders have received official communication from the party headquarters, endorsing Sonia’s candidacy in Khammam. This news has sparked widespread interest, with state Congress leaders now focusing on preparations and arrangements as per the leadership’s directives.

The Telangana Pradesh Congress Committee (TPCC) had previously passed a resolution in December, urging Sonia Gandhi to contest from Telangana. The resolution was reaffirmed recently, and Sonia Gandhi has reportedly responded positively. While the party had previously agreed in principle, the latest development clarifies the specific constituency where Sonia Gandhi will vie for a seat. Party insiders believe that Sonia’s candidacy in Telangana could yield positive outcomes in neighboring southern states like Andhra Pradesh and Karnataka.

Sources reveal that Chief Minister Revanth Reddy, Deputy CM Bhatti Vikramarka, and other ministers will submit Sonia’s nomination papers. State leaders are contemplating organizing a large-scale public meeting, inviting Sonia Gandhi to connect with the electorate during the election campaign. If Sonia chooses to contest from Khammam, it would mark her second electoral foray in the south, having previously contested and won from Bellary in Karnataka.

Party strategists are optimistic that fielding Sonia in Khammam, a stronghold for the Congress, will bolster the party’s presence in the state. As the political stage is set, all eyes are on Sonia Gandhi’s campaign trail and the potential impact on the electoral landscape in Telangana.

Congress Charts New Electoral Course: Focuses on 255 Seats for Lok Sabha, “Heart of Generosity” in Collaboration with INDIA Partners

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New Delhi, Jan 5, 2024: In a strategic maneuver, the Congress party has declared its intention to concentrate on 255 seats in the upcoming Lok Sabha elections, signaling a potential reduction from its 2019 contest. Pressured by allies within the INDIA bloc, the party’s leadership, including President Mallikarjun Kharge, Rahul Gandhi, and AICC general secretary K C Venugopal, met to greenlight seat-sharing talks with INDIA alliance partners.

During a separate meeting with key party officials, Kharge underscored the significance of the 255-seat focus, suggesting the Congress’s flexibility to accommodate INDIA alliance partners. Acknowledging the challenges of seat-sharing, especially in states like Delhi, Punjab, West Bengal, and Uttar Pradesh, the party is gearing up for negotiations on a state-to-state basis.

While the AAP has signaled willingness for a seat-sharing pact in Punjab, caution prevails within the state Congress unit due to the AAP’s current governance. In West Bengal, the Congress steers clear of an alliance with the Trinamool Congress, and in Uttar Pradesh, negotiations with the Samajwadi Party indicate a desire for a substantial share of seats.

Mukul Wasnik, the senior Congress leader and convenor of the alliance committee, emphasized the overarching goal of securing a majority for the INDIA alliance to form the central government. The exact number of contested seats remains undecided, with the party prioritizing alliance success.

As the Congress gears up for elections, the manifesto committee, led by former Finance Minister P Chidambaram, initiates discussions. Guidelines for state units include the establishment of social media, media war rooms, and control rooms. Kharge urged unity among leaders, discouraging public disputes and internal matters reaching the media. State units are directed to expedite the candidate selection process, anticipating the release of the first list at the earliest.

Former Indian Navy Personnel Granted 60-Day Window for Appeal Against Jail Terms in Qatar

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Former Indian Navy personnel, initially sentenced to death in Qatar, have now been granted prison terms ranging from 3 to 25 years. The Ministry of External Affairs has revealed that the legal team has 60 days to appeal in the Court of Cassation, Qatar’s highest court.

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In a recent development, the appellate court in Qatar has commuted the death sentences of eight former Indian Navy personnel, assigning them prison terms ranging from 3 years to 25 years. The Ministry of External Affairs (MEA) revealed on Thursday that the legal team representing the individuals now has a 60-day timeframe to file an appeal in the Court of Cassation, which stands as the highest court in Qatar.

MEA spokesperson Randeep Jaiswal stated, “The legal team has obtained a copy of the confidential court order. Additionally, they have a 60-day window to submit an appeal in the Court of Cassation, the highest court in Qatar. Our legal team is actively addressing this matter, coordinating with the affected families and legal representatives to determine the next steps.”

Responding to queries about when the 60-day period officially begins, Jaiswal commented, “I would assume it would start from December 28 or the day after… but it’s for the legal team there (in Qatar) to look into these aspects.”

While emphasizing that the case is still pending in the Qatari court, Jaiswal refrained from divulging detailed information due to the sensitivity and legal nature of the issue. He clarified that although the death penalty has been commuted, the eight men have been handed “varying prison sentences.”

On December 28, the MEA had previously announced the reduction of the death sentences, stating, “The detailed judgment is awaited. We are in close touch with the legal team as well as the family members to decide on the next steps… Our Ambassador to Qatar and other officials were present in the Court of Appeal today, along with the family members.”

The eight former Navy personnel—Captain Navtej Singh Gill, Captain Saurabh Vasisht, Commander Purnendu Tiwari, Captain Birendra Kumar Verma, Commander Sugunakar Pakala, Commander Sanjeev Gupta, Commander Amit Nagpal, and Sailor Ragesh—were employed by Al Dahra Global Technologies and Consultancy Services in Doha, a defense services provider company.

Arrested in August 2022, the charges against them were never publicly disclosed by Qatari authorities. According to a report in the UK daily Financial Times, they were accused of spying for Israel. In October of the previous year, they were sentenced to death. India promptly filed an appeal against the death penalty, with six hearings conducted thus far—three in the court of appeal and three in the lower court.

“Hyderabad Customs Foils Gold Smuggling Attempt, Seizes 526 grams Valued at Rs 34.02 Lakhs”.

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Hyderabad Customs achieved a noteworthy success in curbing gold smuggling as they intercepted a female passenger arriving from Dubai on 4th January 2024. This intervention was part of the routine reporting of one to two cases daily. The Customs officials managed to recover three pieces of 24K gold chains during the operation, and the total weight of the seized gold was 526 grams, valued at Rs 34.02 Lakhs. This significant accomplishment took place at RGI Airport, Hyderabad, underscoring the diligence and effectiveness of Hyderabad Customs in thwarting illegal activities.

“BRS Party Faces Exodus as Warangal Leaders Defect to Congress; Mayor Gears Up for No-Confidence Motion”

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In a significant political development, the BRS party is set to face a jolt in Warangal district. Numerous BRS corporators and leaders from the Warangal Corporation are slated to switch allegiance to the Congress, with the event graced by CM Revanth Reddy on Wednesday. Adding to the shift, BRS corporator Gundeti Narender has already made the move to join the Congress.

Within the Warangal East Constituency, corporators are actively engaging with Konda Surekha and Konda Murali. The Greater Warangal Municipal Corporation, boasting 66 corporators in total, witnessed four Congress victories in the last election. Presently, a noteworthy portion of Congress corporators is poised to align with the party. Mayor Gundu is gearing up for a motion of no confidence against Sudharani.

“Hyderabad to Host 66th All India Congress of Obstetrics and Gynaecology 2024”

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Hyderabad, Jan 4, 2024 : -The prestigious “66th All India Congress of Obstetrics and Gynaecology 2024” is set to take place from January 6th to 10th at HICC & HITEX, Hyderabad. Over 12,000 delegates, including Honourable Chief Minister of Telangana Sri Anumula Revanth Reddy, will convene for this international event, focusing on advancements in women’s health.

Congress president Mallikarjun Kharge convened the meeting of party general secretaries, state in-charges, state unit chiefs and Congress Legislature Party leaders at the party headquarters here. Former party chief Rahul Gandhi was also present. Ahead of the meeting, former Rajasthan chief minister Ashok Gehlot said two meetings of the internal Congress committee were held to deliberate on seat sharing with other parties “The committee will now present its report to party president Mallikarjun Kharge and Rahul Gandhi. We will be meeting again to discuss strategies to strengthen the I.N.D.I.A alliance and address seat-sharing issues,” Gehlot said. The Congress has been out of power for 10 years and is now banking on the I.N.D.I.A bloc to unitedly take on the BJP and oust it from power.

The Congress leadership has held separate meetings with state leaders and discussed the poll preparedness in their respective states in the past few months. The Bharat Nyay Yatra, the second version of the Bharat Jodo Yatra that was held between September 2022 and January 2023, will be held from Imphal to Mumbai between January 14 and March 20. The yatra from India’s east to west is an attempt by the Congress to reach out to people and connect with them ahead of the Lok Sabha polls due in April-May.

Key Highlights:

  • The congress, inaugurated by CM Anumula Revanth Reddy, aspires to showcase recent trends and advancements in Obstetrics & Gynaecology.
  • Prof S Shantha Kumari, Treasurer, FIGO, emphasizes the importance of advocating women’s health and reducing maternal mortality rates.
  • The 66th Congress features 25 pre-congress workshops, 264 hours of academics, and the participation of renowned international and national faculty.
  • Celebrities like Rana Daggubati, Nag Ashwin, Sobitha Dhulipala, and others share experiences to add a touch of glamour and awareness.
  • ‘Dheera – say no to violence against women’ initiative is a key focus, with a public forum on January 8th, 2024.
  • A Breast cancer awareness session is scheduled for January 9th, 2024.
  • Prof. Mike Robson, a globally acclaimed expert, is part of the international faculty analyzing causes of caesarean sections.

This gathering aims to reduce maternal mortality, achieve SDG 2030 goals, and enhance women’s health globally.

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“Congress Strategizes for Lok Sabha Elections and Bharat Nyay Yatra”

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“Congress leaders strategize for upcoming Lok Sabha elections and discuss preparations for the Bharat Nyay Yatra, aiming to connect with citizens from Imphal to Mumbai. The meetings focus on seat-sharing dynamics, strengthening alliances, and bolstering election preparedness after a decade out of power.”

New Delhi, Jan 4, 2024 : In a crucial gathering, senior Congress leaders convened in New Delhi on Thursday to deliberate on the party’s strategy for the upcoming Lok Sabha elections. The meeting, presided over by Congress president Mallikarjun Kharge, focused on seat-sharing arrangements and detailed preparations for the Bharat Nyay Yatra, spearheaded by Rahul Gandhi and set to commence on January 14, from Manipur to Maharashtra.

The meeting brought together party luminaries, including general secretaries, state in-charges, state unit chiefs, and Congress Legislature Party leaders. Former party chief Rahul Gandhi actively participated in the discussions.

Prior to the meeting, former Rajasthan chief minister Ashok Gehlot highlighted the deliberations within the internal Congress committee regarding seat sharing with other parties. Gehlot affirmed that the committee would present its findings to Mallikarjun Kharge and Rahul Gandhi, with subsequent discussions aimed at fortifying the I.N.D.I.A alliance and resolving seat-sharing complexities.

With the Congress aiming to unseat the BJP after a decade-long hiatus from power, the party leadership has engaged in strategic dialogues with state leaders to bolster election preparedness.

The focal point of the upcoming political saga is the Bharat Nyay Yatra, the second iteration of the Bharat Jodo Yatra held from September 2022 to January 2023. Scheduled from January 14 to March 20, the yatra from Imphal to Mumbai is a comprehensive outreach effort by the Congress to connect with citizens ahead of the crucial Lok Sabha polls in April-May. Stay tuned for further updates on these unfolding political developments.

“Andhra Pradesh CM Jagan Mohan Reddy’s Solemn Homage to BRS Leader KCR”

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Hyderabad, January 4, 2024 :- In a significant display of camaraderie, Andhra Pradesh Chief Minister Y S Jagan Mohan Reddy visited the convalescing Telangana leader, BRS president K Chandrasekhar Rao (KCR), at his residence in Nandi Nagar, Hyderabad, today. The meeting took place as KCR continues to recover from a hip replacement surgery he underwent on December 8 last year.

During the visit, Chief Minister Jagan Mohan Reddy extended his well wishes to KCR, enquiring about his health and recovery progress. KCR’s son and BRS working president, K T Rama Rao, along with other party leaders, warmly welcomed Reddy during this courtesy call.

The Andhra Pradesh chief minister arrived in Hyderabad via a special flight from Vijayawada, landing at Begumpet airport. BRS MLAs Vemula Prashant Reddy and Palla Rajeshwar Reddy were present at the airport to welcome him.

KCR, also known as Rao, underwent a left Total Hip Replacement operation at a private super-specialty hospital in Hyderabad after sustaining a fracture from a fall at his residence. He was discharged from the hospital on December 15, marking the beginning of his recovery journey.

The meeting between the two prominent political figures is expected to foster a positive atmosphere of cooperation and understanding between the neighboring states. Stay tuned for further updates on this developing story.

YS Sharmila Joins Congress, Merges YSR Telangana Party Ahead of Lok Sabha Polls

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New Delhi, January 4, 2024 – YS Sharmila, daughter of former Andhra Pradesh Chief Minister Y S Rajasekhara Reddy, officially joined the Congress today, marking the merger of her YSR Telangana Party with the national party. The announcement took place at the AICC headquarters in New Delhi, with party leaders Mallikarjun Kharge and Rahul Gandhi present.

Expressing her joy at the consolidation of political forces, Sharmila stated, “I am very happy to be merging YSR Telangana Party into the Congress party. It gives me immense joy that the YSR Telangana Party is going to be a part of the Indian National Congress from today onwards.”

She further shared, “It was my father’s dream to see Rahul Gandhi as the Prime Minister of our country, and I am very glad that I am going to be a part in making that happen.”

This strategic move is perceived as an effort to strengthen the Congress party in Telangana and build a united front ahead of the upcoming Lok Sabha polls. Sharmila had consistently supported the Congress during the recent assembly elections in Telangana, where the party emerged victorious.

In a statement made before the Telangana assembly elections, Sharmila highlighted, “I am extending support to the Congress party because it stands the chance of winning in the Telangana Assembly elections. KCR has not fulfilled any of the promises he made to the people in his 9-year tenure.”

YSR Telangana Party, an unrecognised regional party based in Andhra Pradesh, lacks elected representatives in the state or Parliament. The merger aims to enhance the Congress vote bank in the region.

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