The Vijayawada Police today filed the first case under the ‘FIR at doorstep’ initiative.
A case of suicide was registered by Penamaluru police and copy of the first information report or FIR was handed over to the deceased man’s relatives on the spot, said sub-inspector Murali Krishna.
The deceased was identified as U Sanjveev Kumar, an auto rickshaw driver
The ‘FIR at doorstep’ initiative was launched by Andhra Pradesh Chief Minister N Chandrababu Naidu on October 21 in Vijayawada, under which the victims or their relatives do not have to visit the police station as police visit the place of crime and complete the formalities on the spot.
source: http://www.ndtv.com / NDTV / Home> Sections> South / Press Trust of India / October 25th, 2014
In his maiden visit to the Far East after taking over as chief minister, Chandrababu Naidu will don the role of chief executive officer of Andhra Pradesh in clinching business deals and attracting investors to the state.
Andhra Pradesh chief minister N Chandrababu Naidu.
There is nothing new in this. Even during his last tenure Naidu played the role of a CEO but what is new is that he has hired leading consultant PricewaterhouseCoopers Pvt Ltd (PwC) to sell ‘Brand Andhra Pradesh’ to the governments and investors in China, Japan and South Korea when he visits these countries in November-December.
Hired at a cost of Rs 47 lakh, excluding applicable service taxes, PwC will in its capacity as Content Developer and Investment Facilitator prepare the ground for the CM’s visit, fix the appointments and sell the state in order to mop up investments. As per the GO issued on Saturday, PwC will bring out an attractive investment booklet for the AP government and prepare an infrastructure opportunities profile of the state. “The Knowledge Consultant Provider will also extend all support for the delegation planning. PwC team members will also accompany the Naidu’s delegation comprising ministers, state government officials and representatives of the industry from the state,” sources in the Naidu government told STOI.
Naidu, who has prepared a massive plan to bring in investments to his proposed industrial hubs and corridors, wants to conduct negotiations with the government and corporate bosses in these countries not like a chief minister of a small state in India but like head of a global corporate brand. “Naidu does not want to depend wholly on bureaucrats, who are known for quoting rules and introducing impediments. The Far East visit is on a business mission, not a diplomatic one which is why Naidu wants to project himself as a corporate personality rather than the political head of a south Indian province,” remarked sources in the government.
A PwC team will shortly be placed at the disposal of the Chief Minister’s Office, the sources added. Given the success of his business delegation to Naya Raipur in Chhattisgarh last month, officials here are hopeful that Naidu’s visit will be fruitful.
Naidu during his first tenure had successfully sold Hyderabad and secured investments from top IT companies like Microsoft that gave a new meaning to the erstwhile Nizam’s city and created a new image. In fact he was the first chief minister to take advantage of liberalization in the 1990s. Other chief ministers – including now Prime Minister Narendra Modi followed in the footsteps of Naidu.
source: http://www.timesofindia.indiatimes.com / The Times of India / Home> India / TNN / October 26th, 2014
Trimex Sands Private Limited Managing Director Koneru Prasad handing over a demand draft for Rs. 50 lakh to Chief Minister N.Chandrababu Naidu during latter’s visit to Srikakuam, towards relief operations in cyclone-hit areas.PHOTO: By Arrangement
Cyclone shelters have been planned in Gara and Srikakulam mandals with a fund of Rs. 3 crore
Trimex Sands Private Limited (TSPL), which is worrying with the suspension of its operations due to protests by the local residents, is trying to win hearts of both locals and the administration with a series of CSR activities. It came forward to construct cyclone relief shelters in Gara and Srikakulam mandals with an involvement of an expenditure of Rs.3 crore.
TSPL Managing Director Koneru Pradeep has already shown the designs for the cyclone shelters to Chief Minister N.Chandrababu Naidu during the latter’s visit to Srikakulam and handed over Rs.50 lakh for carrying out immediate relief operations in the cyclone-hit areas of the district.
He also promised the Chief Minister that the company would supply safe drinking water by constructing reverse osmosis plants under the NTR Sujaladhara programme.
“We will cover 30 villages under this programme. The company has already constructed an English medium school with a fund of Rs. 2.5 crore. We have planned to improve health and education in fishermen villages,” said Mr. Pradeep.
Labour Minister Kinjarapu Atchannaidu, Srikakulam MP Kinjarapu Rammohan hailed the move by the company. They suggested other companies to follow the suit since more funds were needed to improve civic infrastructure in the coastal villages.
Meanwhile, Srikakulam District Industrial Centre has planned to organise another meeting with various industries in Srikakulam for taking up CSR activities in a big way. DIC General Manager B.Gopala Krishna said that the companies, with their constant efforts and social service activities, should instil confidence among the local villagers.
source: http://www.thehindu.com / The Hindu / Home> News> National> Andhra Pradesh / by Staff Reporter / Srikakulam – October 25th, 2014
June 8 every year is to be the Formation Day of the state of residuary Andhra Pradesh. The N Chandrababu Naidu government had taken a decision to this effect and the same will be formalized in the next few days or at the cabinet meeting slated to be held on October 30.
Telangana is celebrating its Formation Day on June 2. Although the Appointed Date for the formation of the two states as per the AP Reorganization Act was June 2, 2014, the TDP government has chosen to declare June 8 as the Formation Day on the grounds that it was on that day that a popular government headed by Chandrababu Naidu took over the reins of the state.
With this, November 1, which was celebrated as AP Formation Day so far, will lose its relevance.
source: http://www.timesofindia.indiatimes.com / The Times of India / Home> India / TNN / October 25th, 2014
A view of Buddha statue at Belum caves in Kurnool district. — DECCAN CHRONICLE
Kurnool:
The 40-foot Buddha statue built at Belum caves by Andhra Pradesh Tourism Development Corporation (APTDC) at a cost of Rs10 lakhs has become the cynosure of pass-ersby attracting stop-overs. The statue was thr-own open to the public in 2005.“The Buddha statue has become a landmark, passing buses and vehicles stop here and the travelers shoot photographs. The statue has helped a little in increasing the footfalls to Belum caves and gave some impetus to its publicity,” said A. M.V. Kumar, unit manager Belum caves.
The statue is located near Kolimigundla village and bypass road leads to Tadipatri.
Vehicle moving on the Tadipatri road enjoy a terrific view of the statue.Financial consultant of APTDC office in Kurnool said, “The statue has beautified the place and added to its aesthetics. There is a play area for children, accommodation and a restaurant.”
Including the height of the pedestal on wh-ich the statue is perc-hed and the lotus surrounding the base of the statue, it measures 60 foot. There is a big round room in lotus but not in good condition. The doors which once guarded that room no longer exist.“The room inside the lotus was envisaged to house a rock museum. It was planned to showcase local rocks, minerals and meteorites. But the plan never took off,” said A .M.V. Kumar.
source: http://www.deccanchronicle.com / Deccan Chronicle / Home> Nation> Current Affairs / by DC Correspondent / October 22nd, 2014
DIG B. Balakrishna gives away certificates to students who won in competitions held during police commemoration week in Anantapur on Tuesday. SP S.V. Rajasekhar Babu is also seen. — DECCAN CHRONICLE
Anantapur:
SP S.V.Rajaskehar Babu has paid rich tributes to martyrs at the police memorial in Sapthagiri circle here on Tuesday to mark the police commemoration week. Speaking on the occasion, Mr Rajasekhar Babu observed the police department was confined to serve people even by sacrificing their lives at many instances.
Recalling the sacrifices, the SP stated police department was aimed to ensure people live peacefully. “We are ready to sacrifice our lives for the sake of people from top to bottom in the department,” SP said.Anantapur range DIG Balakrishna presented certificates to the meritorious students, who won in essay writing, painting and other competitions held on the occasion of commemoration week.
Two town police of Anantapur organised a heath camp at police parade grounds on the occasion. SP Rajasekhar Babu had inaugurated the camp. Specialist doctors of various fields conducted medical check up for the family members of police. Additional SP Malyadri, AR ASP Venkatesh, Anan-tapur DSP D. Nagaraju, DMHO Ramasubba Rao and others participated in the medical camp.
source: http://www.deccanchronicle.com / Deccan Chronicle / Home> Nation> Current Affairs / by DC Correspondent / October 22nd, 2014
Archers paying tribute to international archer and coach Ch. Lenin on his fourth death anniversary in Vijayawada on Friday. / Photo Ch. Vijaya Bhaskar
The fourth death anniversary of international coach and archer Cherukuri Lenin was observed in a sombre manner amidst emotional speeches and memorable reminiscences at VMC-Volga Archery Field in Gunadala here on Friday.
Cutting across party lines, politicians and sports lovers paid homage to Lenin, who made the city proud by winning several medals and honours, both at the national and international competitions.
Four years ago, the 24-year-old Lenin died in a road mishap near Ibrahimpatnam while returning from Hyderabad after attending the felicitation arranged to honour 2010 CWG medallists by Governor E.S.L. Narasimhan.
“It was unfortunate that Lenin died in a mishap when the world was at his feet. He was blossoming as a successful Indian coach after the silver medal effort in the men’s compound event at CWG. His father Satyanarayana, with grit is taking the dream of his son forward by turning Vijayawada into a hub for archery,” said MLA Gadde Rammohan.
City Central MLA Bonda Uma Maheswara Rao said Mr. Satyanarayana showed exemplary courage by taking the twin shocks — death of son Lenin and daughter Volga — into his stride by moving forward confidently helping city archers win a medal at the Incheon Asian Games last month.
City Mayor Koneru Sridhar said the corporation will offer all necessary help for the effective functioning of the academy at Gunadala.
Asian Games bronze medallist Purvasha Sudhir Shinde’s parents’ donated Rs. One Lakh to the CM relief fund but later as per the advice of the legislators they donated the sum to the academy.
District Sports Development officer P. Ramakrishna, Krishna District Olympic Association secretary K.P. Rao, Congress leaders Devineni Avinesh, corporators Chennupati Gandhi, Devineni Aparna, D. Malleswari, Krishna District Archery Association chairman Parthasarathy, CPI city secretary Donepudi Sankar, CPI women’s wing leader Vanaja and others took part.
source: http://www.thehindu.com / The Hindu / Home> News> Cities> Vijayawada / by Special Correspondent / Vijayawada – October 25th, 2014
As the coastal region of Andhra Pradesh reels under the aftermath of the severe cyclonic storm, Hudhud, the Telugu Association of North America (TANA), which is said to be the largest Telugu organisation abroad, has announced a contribution of $1,00,000 towards relief efforts in the state.
Cyclone Hudhud has caused heavy rain and winds in Vishakhapatnam. / Twitter
Several casualties and massive devastation unfolded after the cyclone struck the coast, especially hitting the port city of Visakhapatnam hard on Sunday.
Prime Minister Narendra Modi had announced an interim relief of ₹1,000 crore to the Andhra Pradesh government for relief and restoration in the cyclone-hit districts
The $1,00,000 relief amount from the Telugu Association will also aid relief measures in the state. The organisation has called out to all NRIs, especially the Telugu-speaking ones, to donate to the cause.
The details for donations to the TANA Flood Relief Funds are listed out on the website.
TANA President Mohan Nannapaneni will meet Andhra Pradesh Chief Minister Chandrababu Naidu to hand over the cheque, as reported by IANS.
“The current picture is grim and TANA intends to help with the rescue and rehabilitation, immediate relief for the displaced and effected people and also assist with long term rebuilding measures,” the group said on its website.
“After an emergency meeting, TANA leadership declared an initial contribution of $100,000 to the cyclone relief efforts and decided to put forward the best efforts to raise more funds for this cause,” it said.
Andhra Pradesh faces hundreds of crores worth of loss and destruction due to the cyclone.
source: http://www.ibtimes.co.in / International Business Times / Home> News> Society / by Mugdha Variyar / October 15th, 2014
Dasari Narayana Rao, Krishna Vamsi, E.V.V. Satyanarayana, Ram Gopal Varma, Sekhar Kammula, V.V. Vinayak, Kodi Ramakrishna, S.V. Krishna Reddy, Bapu, Srikanth Addala, Sukumar… it is a long list.
These are directors from Godavari districts who have made their mark in Tollywood. Now, another young director Kumar Nagendra, from Chagallu village in West Godavari district, has joined this illustrious list.
Hailing from an agricultural family, Kumar Nagendra completed his schooling in his village and reached Hyderabad to pursue B.Tech. “One day I watched Titanic with my friends. The film moved me so much that I was attracted towards the world of films,” says Kumar.
“One of my cousins was working as a cameraman with director Krishna Vamsi. So I approached him and I joined as his assistant,” says Kumar.
He had worked in two films when director Krishna Vamsi spotted Kumar’s talent and asked him to join him as an assistant director. “I worked on almost seven films as his assistant. I have observed Krishna Vamsi sir very keenly,” he says.
After gaining experience, Kumar wanted to start on his own. “I met producer Madhu Murali with my script. He liked it and wanted to produce a film with Tarun and Genelia as the lead. But because of some financial problems, the film didn’t take off,” he says.
Soon, he got a call from Manchu Lakshmi and was asked for a good story. “When they asked for a story I narrated Gundello Godari. She liked it and immediately gave a green signal,” says Kumar. That’s how Kumar’s first film happened after a considerably long wait.
Now, Kumar is all set to release his second film Joru. “This is completely different from my first film. My first film was an offbeat one, but Joru is a complete entertainer,” he says.
Sundeep Kishan plays the lead in the film and there is a good comedy track with Brahmanandam, Saptagiri and many other comedians in the film. There are also three female leads Rashi Khanna, Priya Banerjee and Sushma, opposite Sundeep Kishan.
“All the three have important roles but Rashi Khanna is playing the main role. The story revolves around a character Annapoorna. All the three ladies have the same name and the resultant confusion provides a lot of entertainment,” says Kumar about the film.
source: http://www.deccanchronicle.com / Deccan Chronicle / Home> Entertainment> Tollywood / DC / by Suresh Kavirayani / October 11th, 2014
The Federation of Andhra Pradesh Chamber of Commerce and Industry (FAPCCI) and the Turkish Indian Chambers of Commerce and Industry (TICCI) have signed an agreement for the promotion of commercial and industrial relations.
Under this agreement, FAPCCI and TICCI will encourage the exchange of trade missions, supply relevant market information, conduct business match-making and exchange relevant know-how and information for organising exhibitions/trade fairs.
They will also exchange and answer trade/business enquiries, research on trade and investment by providing facilities and business contacts and cooperate in the education and training programs for human resources development.
The Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) was signed by FAPCCI president Shiv Kumar Rungta and TICCI president Ersin Karaoglan.
As a result of this MoU, a trade delegation from Turkey will visit Hyderabad in January 2015.
source: http://www.daijiworld.com / DaijiWorld / Home> World / IANS / Wednesday – October 22nd, 2014
