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www.dailypioneer.com Did Vikram lose control and crash KCR's Cabinet expansion today L VENKAT RAM REDDY l n HYDERABAD KTR, Harish to be inducted l Sabitha Indra Reddy and In a sudden development late Satyavathy Rathod to be taken land on Moon after tumble? on Saturday, Chief Minister K in on women's quota Chandrashekhar Rao has PNS n CHENNAI decided to expand his cabinet l Seniors and defeated on Sunday. leaders to get nominated posts Did India's first moon lander With Sunday being an aus- Vikram crash on to the lunar TERRIFYING LAST MOMENTS picious 'Dasami Day', the CM surface resulting in the sudden CHENNAI: "It is going to be 15 terrifying minutes", said K.Sivan, has decided to expand his CM KCR also decided to fill snapping of the communica- Chairman, Indian Space Research Organisation (ISRO) speaking cabinet at 4 pm. up chairperson posts of gov- tion link with the about the Indias Moon lander Vikram's landing operations. KCR has instructed Chief ernment Corporations. He is Chandrayaan-2 Orbiter? Sivan's words turned true towards the end of Vikram's landing Secretary SK Joshi to make expected to appoint 12 MLAs The officials of Indian Space process after it tumbled and regained its posture and then lost its arrangements at Raj Bhavan as the Corporation chairper- Research Organisation (ISRO) communication links with ISRO. for the swearing in of the new Sukendra Reddy as chairman sons. agree to the possibility of such ministers. He also informed of the Legislative Council. The CM decided to give an event as the lander had tum- Here are some moments Governor-designate Tamilisai What remains to be seen is important posts to senior party bled and regained its posture n 1.38 a.m. Lander Vikram n 2 a.m. There was silence and Soundararajan about the also whether or not CM KCR leaders who have lost the elec- minutes before it was sup- begins its descent from at unease at the mission control Cabinet expansion. New will sack Etela Rajender for his tions in the last polls, such as posed to set its legs on the lunar altitude of 30 km from the lunar centre. Governor Soundararajan will recent open resentment against Madhusudhana Chary and surface. All was going well surface at a velocity of 1,680 herself also take oath on party leadership. Jupally Krishna Rao. He also n 2.07 a.m. Communication with the 1,471 kg Vikram that metres per second (m/s). Sunday morning. As per total strength of 119 wants to give important posi- had begun its descent at about between lander and There are six vacancies in members in TS Assembly, the tions to former ministers who 1.38 a.m. on Saturday from an Just before the loss of communication link, n The rough braking operations Chandrayaan-2 orbiter switched Cabinet at present. Of these, Cabinet size including the CM are continuing as MLCs, altitude of 30 km at a velocity the lander tumbled but recovered began to kill the lander's on. ISRO Chairman Sivan the names of four individuals should not exceed 18. At pre- Kadiam Srihari, Nayani of 1,680 metres per second. immediately. And after that the velocity. The velocity started to briefed Prime Minister Narendra -- KT Rama Rao, Harish Rao, sent, the cabinet size is 12 Narasimha Reddy, former The lander was coming come down to 1,300 m/s, to Modi at the mission control Sabitha Indra Reddy and members. deputy speaker Padma down smoothly, making the communication signals snapped. That means 760 m/s and further lower. centre about the problem. Satyavathy Rathod who will be KCR has decided to fill up Devender Reddy, Government n ISRO officials applaud at reg- the lander in its trajectory lost its position 1.50 a.m. Rough or brute n 2.10 a.m. ISRO Chairman inducted in the women's quota all the nominated posts with Whip Sri Palla Rajeshwar ular intervals with their faces braking phase got over. The Sivan gave the bad news. He - are nearly confirmed. full-time incumbents to Reddy, MLA Bajireddy beaming with pride, as they lander Vikram was at an altitude said the performance of the The contenders for the two strengthen the administration. Goverdhan and to make them were glued to their computer Announcing the snapping of So what could have gone of about 5 km. The fine breaking lander was as per the plan till it remaining vacancies include The CM, who finalized names play key role in the govern- monitors. The lander success- communication links, Indian wrong at the last moment? phase began. was 2.1 km away from its Aruri Ramesh, Ankat Variah of the Government Whips on ment administration. fully completed its rough brak- Space Research Organisation At an altitude of about 5 km n When the lander was at an designated landing spot on the and L Balakishan. The CM is Saturday, is expanding the ing phase with its descent (ISRO) Chairman K. Sivan from the lunar surface, the lan- altitude of about 3 km, there Moon's South Pole. also likely to appoint Gutta Cabinet on Sunday evening. Continued on Page 4 speed going down well. said the performance of the der slightly veered off its plot- was a slight deviation from its n After that communication On the telemetry screen at lander was as per the plan till ted path and came back to its plotted path. The Vikram had links got snapped. the ISRO Telemetry, Tracking it was 2.1 km away from its original path immediately. tumbled and regained its PAK HANDLERS TOLD and Command Network designated landing spot on "Just before the loss of com- position. The results of fine n Then the mood turned TERRORISTS (ISTRAC) centre in Bengaluru, the Moon's South Pole. munication link, the lander breaking phase were awaited. gloomy at ISRO. What ISRO chief said it was noticed that Vikram had The communication link tumbled but recovered imme- slightly veered away from its got snapped after that. The data diately. And after that the com- PNS n BENGALURU ‘Will send plotted path but had immedi- is being analysed, he added. munication signals snapped. sequence, the liquid apogee as to why the Vikram had Vikram lander's ately come back. The lander could commu- That means the lander in its engine would be firing. When tumbled and was it due to the 1.55 am on Saturday came and descent was as bangles it Soon after, Vikram again nicate with the orbiter and also trajectory lost its position," an the lander is in an upside uneven functioning of its throt- went. Amid a stunned silence planned and normal shifted from its planned path with the Indian Deep Space ISRO official said on the con- down position, if the engine is tleable engines, the officials did at the ISRO mission control can’t cause and then the communication Network (IDSN) in Byalu near dition of anonymity. on fire then its descent will be not rule out the possibility. room, India's top space scien- performance was observed link got snapped. Bengaluru. "As per the landing faster," he added. To a question More stories in Page 5 tist K Sivan first briefed Prime up to an altitude of 2.1 km. unrest in J&K’ Minister Narendra Modi and Subsequently, the PNS n NEW DELHI then made the grim announce- communication from the ment. Communication to the lander to ground station Pakistan has readied about 230 Chandrayaan 2's lander Vikram terrorists for infiltration into Guv Narasimhan receives emotional send-off was lost. At 3.10 am, an ISRO was lost. The data is being Kashmir, and some have scientist - not the chief — analysed already crossed over with PNS n HYDERABAD present and received bouquets announced that a planned press — K SIVAN, ISRO chairman orders to cause unrest, India's from them. Narasimhan and conference had been called off. National Security Adviser Ajit The first Governor of his wife Vimala spoke with for- "Vikram lander's descent was Doval said on Saturday, citing Telangana State, ESL mer Minister T Harish Rao at as planned and normal perfor- last tweet at 1:49 am, ISRO said: the case of two militants who Narasimhan, was given an the airport. mance was observed up to an "Rough breaking of were told by their handlers that emotional send-off at the Some of the employees who altitude of 2.1 km. Subsequently, #VikramLander ends and Fine they would receive bangles if Zomato Begumpet Airport on Saturday had worked with the Governor the communication from the braking phase starts. they didn't do their jobs prop- evening when he left for for a long time became very lander to ground station was #Chandrayaan2 #ISRO." erly. Doval told a select group lays off 541 Bengaluru, where his son lives. emotional at the parting, which lost. The data is being analysed," As the nation waited for the of journalists that there are Chief Minister K left them in tears. K Sivan declared at around 2.16 big news, the tense faces in the Pakistani communications Chandrasekhar Rao, Ministers, Finally, the Chief Minister am to a room full of crestfall- control room were telling. towers along a 20-km stretch staffers Chief Secretary and others gave a bouquet to the Governor. en scientists at the centre in Then a group of scientists, of the border from where NEW DELHI: Food deliv- were present to bid adieu to the KCR stood at the airport till the Bengaluru. Moments including the ISRO chief, they are sending messages to ery platform Zomato on long-serving Governor. The special aircraft moved. before, applause followed were seen walking to PM terrorists. "We heard intercepts Saturday said that it has Chief Minister, Governor and Roads and Buildings the various successful Modi, who stood up. in which they told their men laid off 541 people — 10 per his wife became teary-eyed at Department principal secre- stages of the lander's The Prime Minister 'how come so many apple cent of the company's one point. tary Sunil Sharma and ADC to descent, described by nodded and was seen trucks are moving. Can't you strength -- across customer, Earlier, the Governor Governor T Srinivas Rao and ISRO as "15 minutes leaving the spot from stop them? Should we send merchant and delivery part- received police honours from a Chief Security officer of terror" before land- where he was watching you bangles instead of guns'," ner support teams. The rea- special, flower-bedecked vehi- Hanumantha Rao accompa- ing at moon's south the mission and walking Doval said, referring to the fact son behind the move is an cle. DGP M Mahender Reddy nied Governor Narasimhan pole. The graph down. The scientists that some 750 trucks carrying improved Zomato platform escorted the Governor. Later, couple to Bengaluru on behalf showed a normal appeared to be apples leave the valley every with Artificial Intelligence Chief Minister K Chandrasekhar Rao and Governor ESL Narasimhan sharing an the Governor offered of the Telangana State govern- trajectory. comforting Dr day for trade in other parts of (AI)-driven bots and emotional moment during the farewell meeting on Saturday at Pragathi Bhavan 'namaskaram' to the Ministers ment. In its Sivan. the country. automation in resolving cus- tomer queries that has led to an overall reduction in direct order-related support Prez Kovind’s queries, the company said in Vinaybhaskar is My Prime Minister is human... a statement. plane ‘can’t enter’ "While this has been a Pak airspace l Twitter reacts to PM Modi hugging ISRO chief Sivan painful decision, to make the transition smoother, we new chief whip PNS n NEW DELHI PNS n BENGALURU have extended between two- In a nearly minute-long video that has also month months severance PNS n HYDERABAD Government Chief Whip. Alair Islamabad has denied Prime Minister Narendra been shared by news agency ANI, PM Modi pay (based on tenure), fam- MLA Gongidi Sunitha, President Ram Nath Kovind Modi met ISRO chief K can be seen shaking hands with the ISRO ily health insurance cover Ahead of the budget Kamareddy MLA permission to use its airspace Sivan this morning, hours chief as he leaves the building that houses (till the end of January 2020) session of the Gampa Govardhan, for flying to Iceland amid after the space agency and career fair opportunities Assembly slated to Achampet MLA tensions with New Delhi announced it had lost con- the space agency's control room. As he with companies," said begin on Guvala Balaraju, after it scrapped Jammu and tact with the Chandrayaan 2 walks to his car, he shares a few words with Zomato. September 9, Sherilingampally Kashmir's special status last lunar lander Vikram during Mr Sivan, who then appears to break down Chief Minister K MLA Arikepudi month, Pakistan Foreign a historic attempt to soft land Chandrasekhar Gandhi, Pinapaka Minister Shah Mehmood on the moon's surface. The TODAY Rao appointed MLA Rega Qureshi said today. Prime Minister, who had long video that has also been walks to his car, he shares a Government Chief Kantharao and According to news agency watched the entire sequence shared by news agency ANI, few words with Mr Sivan, ALMANAC Whip and Whips on Chennur MLA Balka AFP, Mr Qureshi attributed of events live from the con- PM Modi can be seen shak- who then appears to break Month & Paksham: Saturday. Suman have been named the reason for its decision to trol room in Bengaluru, ing hands with the ISRO down. The Prime Minister Bhdrapada & Shukla Paksha Warangal West constituency Government Whips. India's "recent behaviour" reacted with compassion to chief as he leaves the build- then leans forward, pats him Prime Minister Narendra Modi consoling ISRO chief Panchangam MLA Dasyam Vinaybhaskar on bilateral issues. console an emotional ISRO ing that houses the space on the back and pulls him K Sivan hugging him tightly. The picture went viral has been named the Continued on Page 4 chief. In a nearly minute- agency's control room. As he forward for an embrace. and people praised the PM for his gesture Tithi : Dashami 10:41 pm Nakshatram: Mula : 06:30 am Time to Avoid: (Bad time to start any important work) What about Modi idol in UP temple?: TRS Remove objectionable Rahukalam: 04:49 pm – 06:20 pm Yamagandam: 12:13 pm – 01:45 pm l The ruling party spokesperson takes battle to Centre symbols, Govt directs YTDA Varjyam: 04:56 pm - 06:41 pm PNS n HYDERABAD that has a statue of the Prime Modi, installed inside the 300-year- PNS n HYDERABAD pleasure at the reported carv- Gulika: 03:17 pm - 04:49 pm Minister symbolically performing old Shiva temple at Bhagwanpur ings of faces of some Good Time: (to start any important work) Caught on the back foot over puja of the presiding deity. village of Kaushambi district is Chief Minister K political leaders and Amritakalam: 03:23 am - 05:08 am inscriptions of KCR on pillars of TRS official spokesperson being shared. Chandrasekhar party symbols on Abhijit Muhurtham: 11:49 am - 12:38 pm Yadadri, which has emboldened Krishank Manne tweeted, "BJP He further went on to say, "If Rao's special sec- the pillars of the the BJP unit to go hammer and leaders who are criticizing a carv- Congress Leaders are demanding retary K Bhupal shrine. HYDERABAD tongs at the 'deification' of the ing of KCR which was purely that #KCR garu's carving shall be Reddy on On Saturday Chief Minister, the State govern- carved by interest of sculptor with- removed, then why not Congress Saturday direct- evening, YTDA WEATHER ment has taken on the Centre by out the knowledge of authorities' Leaders names kept to Stadiums, ed Yadadri special officer Forecast: Showers questioning the rationale for should know that this was in cor- Institutions, Roads, Airports, Temple Kishan Rao, its Art Temp: 28/23 putting up Prime Minister ridors and not replacing a 300year Statues be removed ? Why should Development Director Anand Sai Humidity: 91% Narendra Modi's statue in old Lord Shiva Temple to a Modi we bear that? I am asking as a Authority (YTDA) and others had a meet- Sunrise: 06.03 Kausambi Temple. Temple in Bhagwanpur of Citizen of Telangana and not a TRS officials to ensure that ing with Bhupal Reddy at Sunset: 06.24 The reference is to a Lord Shiva Kaushambi Dist-UP (sic)". Party Member (sic)". only divine symbols find place Pragathi Bhavan. Current Weather Conditions temple in Bhagwanpur village of A clip of 2014, with 3-foot tall Idol of Prime Minister Narendra Modi, installed inside the Shiva on the pillars of the Yadadri Updated September 07, 2019 5:00 PM Uttar Pradesh's Kaushambi district idol of Prime Minister Narendra Continued on Page 4 temple at Bhagwanpur village of Kaushambi district (file photo) temple. He expressed his dis- Continued on Page 4 HYDERABAD | SUNDAY | SEPTEMBER 8, 2019 hyderabad 02

Sand shortage Not many takers for stalls works PNS n NIZAMABAD Severe shortage of sand is affecting execution of irriga- KLIS tour package! tion projects in Telangana. Even Collectors are helpless NAVEENA GHANATE ment to the project site". in coming to the rescue of the n HYDERABAD It may be mentioned here neighbouring district. It may that the Tourism Department be recalled that recently the Kaleshwaram Lift Irrigation aspired to develop government sanctioned funds Scheme (KLIS) may be attract- Kaleshwaram as a tourism hub for modernization of medi- ing nationwide attention but after which other irrigation um irrigation project called not many citizens are willing to projects will also be developed Nallavagu Project in Congress plans massive witness the engineering mar- on similar lines. If the fate of Sangareddy district. To exe- vel. The Kaleshwaram tour this magnanimous project, cute the project works, short- package, launched in August despite the repeated marketing age of sand has become a by the Tourism Department, by TRS is not attracting crowd, stumbling block. protests against TRS has been receiving lukewarm the government clearly needs Therefore, Sangareddy response. to redraw its plans for other Collector Hanmantha Rao had PNS n HYDERABAD retary RC Khuntia at Golconda Konda Vishweshwar Reddy One month since the launch, projects. written to Nizamabad Collector Hotel. TPCC Chief N Uttam and others participated. hardly 100 people visited the In August, a bus service MRM Rao requesting him TPCC Core Committee has Kumar Reddy, CLP leader They discussed on mem- place. "Number of people vis- was launched for tourist to visit permission to quarry 9,500 decided to launch a movement Mallu Bhatti Vikramarka, bership drive, farmers' prob- iting the project is very less and Medigadda barrage, cubic meters of sand from very soon in against the state TPCC working presidents lems, dengue and viral fevers, not many measures are being In August, bus service was Kannepally pumphouse and Kummarivagu in Kotagiri government on a host of issues Ponnam Prabhakar, A Revanth uranium mining and prevail- taken to promote it. Hardly 30- launched for tourist to visit Annaram barrage besides mandal of Nizamabad district. including uranium mining, Reddy, Mohammed ing political conditions in the 40 people visit the project over Kaleshwaram temple, MRM Rao directed the urea, farmers issues, corrup- Azharuddin, Jetti Kusuma state. The committee headed the weekends. People prefer Medigadda barrage, Kannepally Thousand Pillar Temple and Mines and Geology tion and carving of KCR's face Kumar, former Legislative by TPCC working president J customization more and slow- pumphouses and Annaram barrage Goddess Bhadrakali temple in Department to explore the on the pillars of Yadadri tem- Council opposition leader Kusuma Kumar will visit the ly crowd is increasing; espe- besides Kaleshwaram temple, Warangal city. The bus departs possibility and report to him. ple. Mohammed Ali Shabbir, in- Yadagirigutta on Sunday to cially families and small groups from Hyderabad at 9 pm every The Mines and Geology The Committee also decid- charge AICC secretaries Bose examine the carvings o on the prefer to visit in a car," said an Thousand Pillar Temple and Saturday and returns to department officials have ed to appoint several commit- Raju, Saleem Ahmed, AICC temple pillars. The committee official on condition of Goddess Bhadrakali temple in Hyderabad at 10 pm on undertaken a field visit and tees to take up these move- secretaries Madhu Yashki, Ch will comprise of Bhongir MP anonymity. Warangal city Sunday. The package tariff is Rs found out that there was no ments and decided to take up Vamshichand Reddy, SA Komatireddy Venkat Reddy, Citing the festival season 1,800 per adult and Rs 1,440 possibility to supply sand. membership drive very soon Sampath Kumar, G Chinna Manthani MLA D Sridhar and rains as reason, official said per child, which includes trans- Therefore MRM Rao replied following the directions of Reddy, former PCC chiefs V Babu, former PCC Chiefs V that the numbers are negligi- specific proposal has come up targetted count on attracting portation by a Volvo AC coach in the negative to his AICC. Hanumantha Rao and Ponnala Hanumantha Rao, Ponnala ble. However, when asked if to increase the numbers. When tourists. The package was start- and refreshing facility at the Sangareddy District counter- On Saturday, a meeting was Laxmaiah, former Deputy Laxmaiah, Sangareddy MLA T measures are being taken up to the package was launched, we ed to provide transportation department's Haritha Hotel in part on the availability of held under presidentship of Chief Minister Damodara Jagga Reddy and Kondapally promote this destination, "No didn't have any estimated or facility from Tourism depart- Kaleshwaram. sand. TPCC in-charge general sec- Rajanarasimha, former MP Vidyasagar. Unemployed youths warn CM’s ‘publicity stunt’ hurt sentiments: BJP PNS n HYDERABAD no instructions were given to government BJP MLA Raja them. "If KCR's image is objec- PNS n HYDERABAD The lone BJP legislator in Singh visited tionable, we will remove it," he Telangana, Raja Singh, on Yadadri and went said. The other images carved The unemployed youth issued Saturday warned that if carv- on the pillars include that an ultimatum to the state ings of the images of Chief around the shrine Mahatma Gandhi, former government saying that they Minister and witnessed the Prime Ministers Jawaharlal will wage serious movement if K Chandrashekhar Rao and construction and Nehru, Indira Gandhi and SCMLU secretary-general B Janak Prasad addresses the media on Saturday the government increased the other politicians were not renovation works Rajiv Gandhi, the Ashok retirement age. They demand- removed from the pillars of the Chakra, the emblem of ed the state government to not Yadadri temple within a week, Telangana government, the to increase the retirement age the government would be Charminar and the Kakatiya SCMLU's nationwide as the unemployed youth are responsible for the conse- government to remove all the Thoranam. waiting for the jobs in the quences. inscriptions not related to tem- Kishan Rao also defended state. The youth questioned The controversial BJP MLA ple and take action on the the carvings of state govern- strike on Sept 24 the state government to tell as visited the Sri Lakshmi guilty," said K Laxman. ment schemes like 'KCR kits', PNS n HYDERABAD to why it was trying to Narasimha Swamy temple in Images and videos of the 'Mission Bhagiratha' and increase the retirement age at Yadadri and issued an ultima- carvings went viral on social 'Haritha Haram', saying the Singareni Coal Mines Labour Central this juncture. tum to the TRS government. media on Friday, triggering engravings are aimed at high- Union (SCMLU), affiliated to government is Osmania University He said that if the carvings of protests by the opposition par- lighting the reforms brought in INTUC and INMF, demand- Unemployed Front chairman Rao, former Prime Ministers ties, which alleged that KCR by present-day regime. ed the Central government to handing over the Chanagani Dayakar made it Indira Gandhi, Rajiv Gandhi, was trying to portray himself On the images of TRS sym- withdraw the decision of invit- agriculture clear that they were serious- other politicians and the TRS BJP MLA Raja Singh addresses the media at Yadadri on Saturday as god. Few Hindu groups bol car, the official pointed out ing 100 per cent FDIs into sector and coal ly opposing the Chief symbol 'car' were not removed also protested the move. that the carvings also included Indian Coal Industry. Minister K Chandrashekhar within a week, devotees from rity around the temple and Swamy history and promote The Yadadri Temple images of bullock-cart, cycle SCMLU has also appealed companies to Rao's statement that the gov- across the country would reach stopped a rally by Congress his own story and himself? Development Authority rickshaw and bicycle. The Sri all the trade unions, state gov- the private ernment will increase the Yadadri and the government leaders from heading towards Engraving KCR's face and car (YTDA), of which KCR is the Lakshmi Narasimha Swamy ernments, where PSU coal retirement age. KCR's state- would be responsible for the the hill shrine. symbols on temple pillars is Chairman, late on Friday temple is the biggest shrine in companies are being operated, companies, says ment that the government consequences. BJP State chief K Laxman nothing but insulting Hindu admitted the presence of the the state and is often called and intellectuals to strongly Janak Prasad will increase the retirement Raja Singh went around the said that KCR's move for pub- devotees. KCR is severely hurt- carvings on the outer periph- Telangana's Tirupati. oppose the decision of Central age is nothing but deceiving famous shrine and witnessed licity has hurt the religious sen- ing Hindus with his senseless ery of the temple. After the formation of Cabinet to invite 100 per cent the unemployed youth. It was the construction and renova- timents of the Hindus. He said and arrogant ways. KCR YTDA Vice Chairman and Telangana state, KCR renamed FDIs into Indian coal industry. addressed a letter to the Prime not correct on the part of tion works at the temple locat- the government would have to should clarify who ordered the Chief Executive Officer G Yadgirigutta as Yadadri and SCMLU said that it would take Minister asking the latter to KCR to increase the retire- ed about 60 km from pay the price for this. sculpturer (shilpis) to engrave Kishan Rao said the sculptures announced mega plans to up nationwide strike on withdraw the decision imme- ment age instead of filling up Hyderabad. Meanwhile, the "Is KCR trying to set aside his image and car symbols. We of KCR were carved by the develop the hill temple at a cost September 24 opposing the diately. the vacant posts, he remarked. police have tightened the secu- Sri Lakshmi Narasimha are giving one week time to sculptors on their own and that of Rs 1,800 crore. decision of Central govern- He said that lakhs of small ment under the aegis of industries will be closed with INTUC and INMF. this decision resulting in 20 On Saturday, SCMLU sec- crore people becoming jobless. retary-general B Janak Prasad The agriculture sector will ‘Arrange additional beds in Fever Hospital’ AIYC chief warns TS alleged that the BJP-led NDA not get power if thermal power government, after voted to goes into the hands of indus- PNS n HYDERABAD in Fever Hospital. He slammed power for second time with a trialists. The nation will be go Congress senior leader V There are no private labs saying they were Youth Cong leaders hope that more employment into the hands of private Hanumantha Rao demanded looting money from the opportunities would be power companies with this the state government to adequate facilities for patients in the name of con- PNS n HYDERABAD increased and agriculture sec- decision, he lamented. arrange 300 more beds in Sir patients in the Fever ducting various tests. He tor will be given top priority He alleged that the Central Ronald Ross Institute of Hospital. Due to lack of beds, demanded the government to All India Youth Congress and so on. However, the deci- government is handing over Tropical and Communicable two people are having to set up blood testing labs at dis- (AIYC) chief BV Srinivas sion of Centre is in contrary to the agriculture sector and coal Diseases (Fever Hospital) share one bed trict head quarters and mandal warned that they would sack the public expectations. He companies to the private com- keeping the increasing fever, —V HANUMANTHA RAO head quarters immediately the Youth Congress leaders in alleged that inviting 100 per panies. Janak Prasad asked dengue and swine flu cases in keeping the prevailing condi- Telangana in case they failed to cent FDIs into Indian coal the workers to make the pro- view. He said that the people Congress tions in view besides keeping perform well. He made it clear industry by Narendra Modi posed strike on September 24 were facing severe health prob- Anisia blood testing machines that they will show their government is nothing but a successful one. He said that lems due to weather change in state. He alleged that Municipal son for the spread of diseases available. He said that one will strength to the political parties, killing public sector compa- SCMLU addressed letters to all the state. authorities are not doing fog- across the city. VH alleged that receive reports within two min- who say the history of Congress nies in the country. Janak Chief Ministers in this regard He said that the people were ging in colonies across the city the two patients were sharing utes without much delay, if is over. BJP is killing Prasad said that they besides Prime Minister Modi. afraid of dengue fever in the and said that it was also a rea- single bed due to lack of beds these are available. He alleged that BJP is killing democracy in the nation. The democracy in the BJP is filing fake cases against nation. It is filing fake HYDERABAD Congress leaders with the help cases against Cong leaders of Enforcement Directorate with the help of ED BULLION RATES Control spread of diseases, HC to GHMC (ED), he said alleging that —BV SRINIVAS GOLD both Prime Minister Narendra All India Youth Congress chief PNS n HYDERABAD ject' material necessary for Modi and Telangana Chief ` 38,920 (10 gm) n The High Court directed public education, the officials HC advocates Minister K Chandrashekhar ` 530 A division bench of Telangana the authorities to take failed totally in discharging Rao have become brand states where BJP is in power. SILVER High Court on Saturday steps on a war footing their duties and in creating call off strike ambassadors of 'lies'. About 640 atrocities cases were directed GHMC authorities public awareness. On Saturday in Gandhi registered in Haryana state ` 47,900 (1kg) to take steps on a war footing for fogging and spraying She said that her suggestions HYDERABAD: The Telangana Bhavan along with Telangana where BJP is in power, he ` 600 for fogging and spraying of of herbal insecticide like prevention of fresh water HC advocates association Youth Congress Chief Anil pointed out. The GDP fell to herbal insecticide to control to control spread of logging- Importance of decided to call off their protest Kumar Yadav, Srinivas asked low in the nation, he lamented. spread of any epidemic in the epidemic in the removal of water logging dur- temporarily. They have decided the Central government to tell Anil Kumar Yadav alleged CHICKEN state capital. ing raining season, in and to resume court work from as to where are the promised that both state and central state capital Monday. The decision was RATES `/KG The Court also directed the around houses ,offices, schools two crore jobs at Centre. He governments are confined to counsel for state government institutions, hospitals , malls, taken following an assurance alleged that thousands of giving assurances only. He Dressed/With Skin `117 to present facts and figures by eradicating epidemic dis- mosquitoes in fresh water log- Govt offices, education of from the Chief Justice Of India employees fell on the road asked KCR to tell as to where on their demand of Without Skin `134 before it. A division bench eases and control the breeding ging areas and about other pre- public by taking help of with the closure of Parle-G bis- are the jobs and unemployment withdrawing the resolution of Broiler at Farm `87 compromising Chief Justice of mosquitoes. ventive measures while noting celebrities and figures similar cuit company. He alleged that allowance as assured before the of the state Justice RS Chauhan She also told the court that that submit that she had to pulse polio campaign and the collegium transferring the rapes atrocities increased in the elections. and Justice A Abhishek Reddy she had suggested some pre- already formulated a 'Fight education of personal mea- second senior most of the state passed the orders while deal- vention strategies to the Dengue modules. sures for protection from mos- Justice PV Sanjay Kumar as EGG ing with a PIL filed by a doc- authorities and was shocked to She noted that she had quito bite could effectively the puisne Judge Of the Punjab and Haryana High Court. The RATES `/100 tor Dr Karuna, a native of find that no concrete steps sought to explain to common prevent the dengue menace Kompally of Medchal were being taken for the pre- man in simplified form, the from the state. She urged the association had earlier called HYDERABAD 315 Malkajgiri district of the state. vention of the dengue fever. manner in which dengue caus- court to declare the inaction its members and the members of all the district courts and VIJAYAWADA 342 In her petition, she told the She also said that she was con- ing mosquitoes could be erad- of the state government in tak- HC that it was the mandatory strained to approach the High icated from their surroundings ing appropriate steps for erad- subordinate court bar VISAKHAPATNAM 361 associations to abstain from duty of the Government Court seeking a direction for in her module and added that icating dengue by creating court work to protest against RETAIL PRICE `3.15 authorities to take steps for public education about the although she had duty sub- public awareness through (IN HYDERABAD) the transfer of judge. ensuring proper public health breeding of dengue causing mitted the 'fight dengue pro- "Fight Dengue Campaigns'.

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RIME 30.5L plastic CORNER GHMC: Growing plastic use to water pouches PD Act invoked to be given on against drug peddler HYDERABAD: Hyderabad city blame for mosquito menace immersion day! Commissioner of Police Anjani PNS n HYDERABAD Kumar invoked the preventive detention order against a drug Civic body says plastic bags discarded by the public choke water Even as Prime Minister peddler arrested under the Narendra Modi asked people Saidabad police station limits. bodies, which then become mosquito-breeding spots on Saturday to avoid using The offender, identified as 26- single-use plastic during A heap of cannabis plants that officials stumbled upon in Sangareddy on Saturday year-old Masaparupu Prasad, is PNS n HYDERABAD Ganesh immersion, the a native of East Godavari district HMWSSB announced that it in Andhra Pradesh. Police said The GHMC says the high use would supply 30.5 lakh Prasad is a notorious ganja of disposable plastic is the drinking water plastic sachets Ganja plantation found peddler. Along with his cause of the acute mosquito all along the immersion route associates, he supplied to menace and spread of infec- on September 12. youths all over Hyderabad. tious diseases in the city. The The water counters will be amid cotton field Police arrested Prasad in corporation said that plastic set up near stormwater man- February and remanded him to bags and covers that people use holes or any other water 300 cannabis plants seized, judicial custody. The preventive has blocked water flow in nalas outlet so that the spilled detention order was executed on and ponds, which leads to water can be drained away him while he was lodged in spread of mosquitoes. easily to avoid creating destroyed by Excise officials Central Prison at Chanchalguda In a communiqué issued on messy unhygienic condi- PNS n HYDERABAD Bakkapatla Sanjeeva Reddy, in Hyderabad. Saturday, GHMC said Civic officials carry out a mosquito-breeding check at a house Workers clean up stagnant water near a park in the city tions. HMWSSB MD Dana ensconced among the cotton Hyderabad has more than 20 Kishore said that about 115 A larger cannabis plantation crop in his field. Two held for lakh households and each of Plastic finds its way Medicinal plants which pre- Amberpet, Moosapet and counters will be set up at dif- hidden amidst a cotton field Bakkapatla fled the spot on theft of bikes these use five plastic covers for vent mosquito proliferation Qutubullapur. GHMC has ferent places in the GHMC in Mandoor mandal area of hearing of the arrival of a daily activities. Over half of the into the river, nalas are also being distributed free decided to give special focus to area to meet the public's Sangareddy was unearthed by police team. Officials drew HYDERABAD: The bags and covers discarded are and ponds and as part of the Haritha Haram these areas with a wide range water needs, duly providing the police and excise depart- samples of the cannabis commissioner's Task Force and thin sheets and made of plas- blocks water flow. programme. At the GHMC of preventive measure like tables and tents. ment officials on Saturday. plants and destroyed the the police arrested an auto thief tic containing less than 50 This only indicates office, Plastic Prohibition mosquito fogging and remov- Personnel will be deployed Sources said that peddlers remaining plants. along with a minor and microns. When they find their Operations are being designed ing stagnated water. He said round the clock on rotation from metro cities often vis- Investigations are on about recovered six motorcycles worth way into the river or water that all steps taken and implemented in conjunc- that rainwater that has col- basis to provide drinking ited the place to purchase the other drug dealers, buyers Rs 8 lakh from them. The bodies like nalas and ponds, to reduce use tion with the Department of lected in overhead tanks, sock- water to visitors. The neces- contraband produced there. and the whole hidden. arrested person has been the plastic covers block the and recycle Entomology, Urban Health ets, ditches, drums, cans, pots sary drums, disposable glass- Task Force officials led by K In another case, two men identified as 19-year-old Esa flow and stagnate the water, and Transport. and tires should be complete- es, tables, chairs, tents will Pavan Kumar carried out a were caught in possession of Khuraishi, a resident of resulting in problems like mos- plastic have failed Municipal Commissioner ly removed. also be arranged. On the day raid in Old Belapur villages 10 kg ganja worth Rs 1 lakh Pahadishareef in Rangareddy quito breeding. DS Lokesh Kumar said that About 4.5 lakh women of the procession, water sup- in Sangareddy district on by Nacharam police on and a minor who was not This only reinforces the fact during November, there is a belong to 45,000 Self-Help ply will start from 3.00 am. the basis of reliable infor- Saturday evening. The identifed. Police said Esa was a that all measures taken to GHMC now says it has high risk of mosquito-borne Groups in the city are partici- The water board will co- mation. accused were identified as K troubled child and often got into reduce, reuse and recycle plas- made cloth bags readily avail- diseases and that the anti- pating in plastic clearing mos- ordinate with GHMC in Police teams found 300 Suman, 33, a resident of quarrels with people. He could tic taken in the city have failed able for citizens to buy and use mosquito campaigns must be quito prevention activities. advance to see that the civic ganja plants, which were Uppal, and Syed Subhan, 38, not keep the many jobs that he to yield the desired outcome. as an alternative to plastics. continued for two months. They are also visiting schools cleaning staff is positioned being grown by an area local, of Chilakanagar. did numerous employers. In The corporation couldn't reach Cloth bags are manufactured High incidence of infectious to create awareness on avoid- near our water counters to 2018, he stole a motorcycle out to people over reducing use and marketed in large quanti- diseases is being registered at ing use of plastics. In more keep the place clean of spilled under at Pahadi Shareef and was of plastic, despite claiming to ties by women in Self-Help Hayatnagar, Malakpet, than 1,400 slums in the city, water and plastic sachets. arrested. He again resorted to conduct 'Swachh Hyderabad' Groups to ensure that the civic Chandrayanagutta, Charminar, awareness campaigns are being Awareness camps will be ‘ANGEL INVESTOR’ stealing bikes. and 'Saaf Hyderabad-Shandaar body can make them available Rajendranagar, conducted on prevention of arranged people in large Hyderabad' campaigns. to households. Mehedipatnam, Karwan, infectious diseases. numbers can see and learn SCOUTS FOR START-UP IDEAS 2 youths, 4 minors about water quality mainte- nabbed for thefts nance. PNS n HYDERABAD retary of Marwari Angels, at a Additionally, any leakages press conference in Hyderabad. HYDERABAD: Police arrested Heavy rain in State today: IMD in water supply lines en- Non-profit organisation Mahesh "Our goal is to help entre- two youngsters and four minors route the procession will be Foundation on Saturday preneurs reach their goal. We for property theft at Hayathnagar PNS n HYDERABAD districts of Adilabad, Nirmal, rectified in advance. Dana launched an 'angel funding' pro- will provide them all kinds of on Saturday. Twenty cell phones Mancherial, Komaram- Kishore asked officials to gramme known as 'Marwari support they need," he added. and two bikes, all worth Rs 3 Heavy rain is very likely over Bheem, Nizamabad, avoid sewage overflows on Angels' that contains proposal The idea can be anything lakh, were recovered from their Telangana on Sunday, IMD Bhadradri Kothagudem, roads by mobilising the exist- for over 80 start-ups which are related to business, solutions in possession. The accused were sources said. Strong winds Jagtial and Peddapalli. ing Air-Tech machines dur- to be incubated in Hyderabad. healthcare, real estate, entertain- identified as 19-year-old reaching speeds of 40-50 km Forecast said Hyderabad is ing the night hours the main The initial 12-month invest- ment, sports or education, Sapavatu Ranjith, a 1st year are very likely over central and likely to receive heavy rain routes and by-lanes. ment acceleration programme Marwari Angels said. "Hyderabad degree student, and 20-year-old southwest Arabian Sea, central with the sky remaining cloudy On September 11, the will elicit start-up ideas in lags in terms of angel funding for Mohd. Ameer Khan, who works and southern Bay of Bengal, throughout the next week. General Manager concerned Hyderabad. "Entrepreneurs with start-ups, compared with as a private employee. which will result in squally The state witnessed moderate is expected to submit a cer- ideas can approach us. We will Bengaluru and New Delhi which According to the police, the two weather over the state, IMD rainfall over the past two days, tificate that the de-silting is provide mentorship, technical affects entrepreneurs’ morale,” youths and the four minors who officials said. A Yellow weath- and the city saw some mild complete in all respects in the ideas and even investment," said Harinarayan Rathi chairman were arrested are all close er warning has been issued in showers. immersion procession route. said Umesh Kumar Rathee, sec- of Marwari Angels. friends and committed thefts together. Cases had been registered against them earlier in Hayathnagar, LB Nagar and Yacharam. Police said the gang Train tickets for Dasara IMA lashes out politicos, civic struck at night and stole mobile phones, often from persons sleeping on the roadside. Most festive period sold out of their targets were drivers of body over dengue crisis lorries, cabs and autos who parked their vehicles for a quick Bookings on all major routes had nap. Doctors' union alleges GHMC has failed in preventing been done months in advance 109 drunk driving disease, and politicians are creating hype and spreading panic cases on Fri night PNS n HYDERABAD quarterly exams before that. PNS n HYDERABAD sures, has failed," claimed Dr BN For most travelers, trains are Rao, state vice-president of IMA. HYDERABAD: Despite being All seats on trains for October the first priority, followed by The outbreak of dengue fever in "The quality of water being supplied strict and vigilant about 8 and 9 have been booked buses and other modes of Telangana is real. According to doc- by HMWS&SB should also be imposing fines along with jail ahead of Dasara festivities travel. Usually, people return tors of the Indian Medical questioned," he said. time, Cyberabad traffic police which begin in the next three to their native places for Association-Telangana, the state According to the reports, booked 109 cases of drunken weeks. Trains on all major Dasara. government is responsible for it. Telangana recorded 2,786 cases of driving on Friday night alone. routes have already been Several lucky who got If corporators of GHMC and dengue, 301 cases of chikungunya The cases were registered showing waiting list status. accommodation in trains had local MLAs do their job responsi- and 1,156 cases of malaria this year. during ongoing drunk driving Those very keen on getting booked tickets two or three bly, "at least 50 percent seasonal and Local MLAs and other "The disease is fatal only in checks conducted at various a berth can only pin hopes on months in advance. Because of communicable diseases would political leaders, extreme cases, so there is no need locations in the Tatkaal tickets when the win- this, seats are all sold out for decrease," said Dr Y Ravinder Rao instead of making to panic. Most patients recover from Commissionerate limits.Various dow for that opens and some on October 8 and 9 in trains chairman of Telangana Hospitals' dengue if there is good hydration categories of vehicles were special train that may be intro- like Palnadu Express. Tickets Board, IMA. chaos about the and fluid supply. Doctors also have found to be driven by persons duced. were booked in advance on "Politicians are using dengue as epidemic, should to keep track of platelets. under the influence of alcohol. Government officials are express trains such as a tool for spreading paranoia among focus on helping Symptoms, however, are extreme- The cases were reported from likely to ask South Central Narasapur, Falaknuma, the public," alleged Dr B Pratap ly unpleasant. These include a high ORR and national highways, Railway authorities to run Visakha, Chennai and Reddy, IMA-Telangana president. hospitals and patients fever, severe headaches and vomit- besides other city roads, police many special trains via Guntur Narayanadri Express. The sit- A large number of patients are with funds, said IMA ing, and internal bleeding in said. Of the 109 cases, 18 were railway division. If the pas- uation is similar for all trains flocking to hospitals which is extreme cases," said Dr Reddy. booked under the Kukatpally senger rush is higher, a request travelling to Nandyal. putting immense pressure on gov- Major government hospitals in station limits, followed by may also be made to run After Janasadhaaran trains ernment hospitals in the city. Telangana, and very common in Hyderabad are flooded with local Rajendranagar with 16 cases Janasaadhaaran trains. received good response from "Local MLAs and other political Hyderabad because this species of patients and migrant population and Madhapur and Miyapur with Dasara-Navaratri festival is people during Sankranti festi- leaders, instead of making chaos mosquito breeds in stagnated water which is here for treatment. "Political 14 cases each. Strict going to begin on September val this year, passengers have about the epidemic, should focus on bodies, which are aplenty here. influence is creating panic among enforcement will be continued 29. Schools, both government been urging authorities to run helping hospitals and patients with "The GHMC, which is responsi- the public. We urge all NGOs and against all dangerous activities and private, are toying with the the service on all occasions funds," said, Dr Pratap Reddy. ble for fumigation and control of government organisations to help on roads that would affect road idea of declaring holidays for when the traveler rush is Dengue is spread by aedes aegyp- mosquitoes by maintaining clean- overcrowded hospitals by providing safety, police said. the period after completing heavy. ti mosquito, which is common in liness and other preventive mea- support," urged IMA members. DOG DRAGGED ON Pilot projects fail to deliver results in civic arena ROAD, LEFT From automated desilting of drains to setting up fitness-focused open gyms, SEVERELY INJURED GHMC's ambitious projects have not lived up to their billing PNS n HYDERABAD PNS n HYDERABAD Drain desilting was healthier by creating open gym help of small robots equipped parks had a lukewarm response. with claws, which was success- In an incident that put the city to While Telangana government is one of the most The municipal corporation fully used elsewhere. When the shame, a school watchmen dragged a at the forefront of utilising lat- pressing problems decided to set up 38 open machine was put on the job, its street dog tied to his two-wheeler for est technologies in governance, of manhole-related gyms in various city parks and claws were not able remove the half a km, leaving the animal badly most of the new initiatives called for tenders. Taking a cue large amount of silt accumulat- injured and onlookers enraged. Locals have not gone exactly accord- accidents, and so from New Delhi, the GHMC ed in our drains. The machine intervened and untied the ropes to free ing to plan. Many have faltered the IT Department did set up six open gyms in took way more time than the the animal. -- be it setting up open gyms or proposed a sensor- parks at an estimated cost of Rs manual process." An animal lover clicked image on his the ambitious use of Internet of 65 lakh in 2017. Based on ini- According to Telangana gov- mobile and posted it on internet. Things (IOT) for desilting of enabled manhole tial usage patterns, the GHMC ernment's innovation policy: Soon, it became viral on the internet. drains using robots. Drain detection system decided to set up 38 more "The government will create a The dog was allegedly a menace and desilting, for one, was one of the open gyms. However, the mechanism to outsource work posed a threat to students at the most pressing problems of response to the tenders was and adopt technologies devel- Wesley Boys' School area. So the manhole-related accidents, and there is an overflow of sewage ject didn't take off, one GHMC lukewarm. Officials are yet to oped by rural entrepreneurs. school principal allegedly asked watch- so the IT Department pro- from a drain, thus enabling official said that the project reassess the implementation of The government aims to man Vadlamani Krishna Murti to posed to put in place an IOT swift remedial action. This looked feasible at the proposal project in New Delhi and become their largest customer." drive it away. Murti caught hold of the sensor-enabled manhole detec- could permanently solve the stage, but we found that the Bengaluru. However, apart from develop- dog and tied it to his motorcycle and tion system. perennial problem of clogged response did not meet expec- For desilting of drains, the ing web portals for the gov- dragged it on the road in full view of The idea was to alert officials and overflowing drains in the tations when we called an corporation mooted the idea of ernment, pilot projects that the public. whenever the hi-tech system city, but alas the execution has enquiry. automatic desilting using minis- could provide real-time After images spread, animal lovers automatically detects that a not materialised. Likewise, the GHMC's idea cule machines. "We were plan- localised solutions haven't real- expressed outrage at the incident and manhole has been opened or Talking about why the pro- to help Hyderabadis stay fit and ning to desilt drains with the ly produced the goods. urged against cruelty on animals. HYDERABAD | SUNDAY | SEPTEMBER 8, 2019 hyderabad 04 Leaders up the ante to prove their mettle

PV KONDAL RAO Prakash Reddy into the saffron counter offensive. n WARANGAL Many leaders cutting across the party lines are embracing bandwagon. The entry of Two former deputy Chief one or the other method to attract the attention of the Revuri has almost entailed in Ministers - Kadiam Srihari It may be surprising but true. media and the high command. Meanwhile, seniors of BJP wiping out the TDP in this part and Dr T Rajaiah of station Leaders representing various of the north Telangana. The Ghanpur segment took up a political parties in the Rural succeeded in attracting outsiders into their fold in the BJP party leaders are more different mode to attract the Telangana are embracing one districts like Warangal where they roped in TDP politburo vocal to criticise the deeds attention of the high com- or the other method to attract member and former MLA of Narsampet Revuri Prakash and schemes of TRS so as to mand and they did it by hold- Inflows into the attention of the media and ensure themselves as the alter- ing project visits in the high command to prove/ their natives of the ruling party in Kaleshwaram Lift Irrigation mettle in a non-election season. the state. The TDP is almost a scheme area. While the leaders of belea- closed shop now in the rural The programme was ini- Jurala on the rise guered Congress party are try- Telangana. Almost all the main tially planned by the MLC ing to woo the public with their leaders have joined the BJP and Srihari, but Dr Rajaiah has PNS n MAHABUBNAGAR recorded heavy inflows and agitational methods, the rul- Revuri Prakash Reddy is the taken the advantage by holding Koyilsagar got 630 cusecs ing party leaders of TRS are last senior to defect to the it first, but could not gather the Continuous rains in upstream inflows, Bhima 1,300 cusecs, trying to win the hearts of the national ruling party. expected level public. Kadiam catchment areas brought yet Nettempadu 1,500 cusecs. supremo to ensure a formi- While these leaders have planned it meticulously and another phase of heavy inflows Jurala project Chief Engineer dable place in the party. taken up agitation, defection about eight thousand support- into the Jurala Project on Khagender Rao said that in Leaders of already wiped and aggression to prove their ers and farmers representing Saturday. The inflows reached anticipation of heavy rains are out Telugu Desam Party are places, the leaders of TRS too the constituency took part in 1.70 lakh cusecs by Saturday bringing more inflows, author- also not lagging behind in this are not lagging behind to the programme. Both these evening and 14 crest gates ities of Almatti dam in aspect and they take to defec- secure attention from the high leaders claim considerable sup- were lifted to release 1.36 lakh Karnataka have been maintain- tions to stay in the fray as polit- command. Minister Etela port base in the station cusecs from the project. The ing heavy discharges. In view of ical leaders in their respective pitals. The party leaders, led by of CLP and Congress leaders series of joinings in the party. Rajender and Rajyasabha Ghanpur segment of the erst- optimum level of the project the rise in the inflows to Jurala, places. In the politically volatile CLP leader Mallu Bhatti has certainly instilled some The seniors of national ruling Member Capt Lakshmikantha while Warangal district. This capacity is 9.65 TMCs while local authorities have been put North Telangana districts, the Vikramarka tried to study the sort of confidence among the party are trying to attract out- Rao caught the attention of the kind of field visit is likely to the water levels now was on alert. However, inflows in the leaders of Congress party have lapses in the hospitals and rural cadre of the roots. siders into their fold in the dis- media through their remarks commence from other dis- recorded at 9.32 TMCs. range of 2 lakh cusecs is not a big conducted a whirlwind tour in they tried to expose the failures BJP on the other hand is tricts like Warangal and they and rebuttals about the party, tricts too and the leaders start The full capacity in the flood to be alarmed. "We have the erstwhile district head- of the government. The oppo- more aggressive in reaching the succeeded in roping TDP polit- minister Errabelli Dayakar Rao it to attract the attention of project is 318.51 metres while successfully handled inflows of quarters and made surprise vis- sition caliber was not up to the masses of the rural Telangana buro member and former and some MLAs joined the KCR in order to secure a berth the current levels are at 318.31 about 8.5 lakh cusecs just weeks its to the area and district hos- expectations but the field visit these days particularly after a MLA of Narsampet Revuri team of attractors with their in the cabinet and elevation. metres. The other projects ago," he said. Karimnagar civic Trader fined Rs 10,000 Onion prices bring tears to consumers body plans ‘Room for uprooting PRICES OF MOST ESSENTIAL COMMODITIES GOING THROUGH THE ROOF PNS n JAMMIKUNTA countries. The prices of carrot plant (HUZURABAD) Currently, onion ( Rs 65-72 a kg), brinjal ( Rs PNS n MAHABUBNAGAR prices are 45 a kg), domestic beans ( Rs of Kindness' Even in monsoon season, the between Rs 40- 50-64 a kg), coccina ( Rs 32- A city textile trader of prices of onion and other veg- 36 a kg), ridge gourd ( Rs 56 Kalpana Textiles was fined etables and other essential 48 a kg; The a kg), cabbage ( Rs 40 a kg), Rs 10,000 for uprooting a commodities are going traders are beans ( Rs 60 a kg), green dha- sapling planted during the through roof with onion trad- cashing in on nia ( Rs 40 a kg), cluster Harita Haram programme. ing between Rs 40-48 a kg. beans ( Rs 40 a kg) are still rul- Recently, the government But, the state government the shortage of ing high. In fact, the high officials planted saplings in authorities seem to have been vegetables and prices should be the feature of front of various shops and not moved a bit with the price pulses and vegetables in summer, but not establishments in the city as escalation. in rainy season. During rainy part of the plantation drive The pulses are selling at least diverting season, the pries of vegetable - Telanganaku Harita Rs 100 a kg. The government whatever stocks should vary between Rs 15 a Haram. control mechanism, if any, is available with kg and Rs 30 a kg. The situa- But, the textile trader, apparently failed to regulate tion in undivided Karimnagar PNS n KARIMNAGAR can leave articles which are Gopal Rao, uprooted the the prices. There were no them to the district is damp because of lack not useful to them. These plant in front of his shop. instances of farmers raising black market of support from government City mayor Ravinder Singh, include their foot wear, old The locals videographed the onions, except those raising it to cultivation, dwindling of who earlier hit headlines with books, clothes and so on. act of removing the plant in their back yards to meet interest among farmers on the introduction of funeral Anyone can take whatever and sent it to municipal their kitchen requirements, the neighbouring state and has onions produced in Kurnool imported from Gujarat, cultivation. service for Re 1 for the bene- he or she requires from there officials, who under the in a big way not only in a dampening effect on onion are small in size. The traders Maharashtra and Madhya The traders are cashing in fit of poor, once again is going without intimating anyone. WALTA Act imposed a fine Karimnagar but also across exports. The onion was trad- say that the prevailing situa- Pradesh. Because of the pre- on the shortage of vegetables to hog the limelight by choos- Earlier, Ravinder Singh, while of Rs 10,000 on him. The Telangana. ed between Rs 15 and 18 a kg tion will continue for another vailing unfavourable condi- and pulses and diverting what- ing to set up a "Room of registering the homeless peo- officials made him plant a As per the Horticultural and the prices almost doubled three months. tions, the pulses yield dropped ever stocks available with them Kindness" in the corporation. ple, noticed that some of them new sapling. Municipal Department's estimation, at within a span of five months. Undivided Karimnagar dis- not only in Telangana but into the black market. However, the room will be are going without footwear. He commissioner Venkataiah least 52,000 tonnes of onions On August 16, onion was sold trict requires 51,557 tonnes of also in other states. Hoarding of vegetables and inaugurated after the conclu- immediately bought footwear said that the responsibility of are needed. The demand is at Rs 22 a kg, but it reached to pulses but the consumption is Pulses were sold between Rs pulses is being reported and sion of the Ganesh immersion. for many. At the civic body's tending the plant squarely usually met through imports Rs 35 on September 1. more than the demand. The 65-86 a kg in the market a fort- no raids by legal metrology People from any part of the governing body meeting, it rested with Gopal Rao. from Maharashtra, Andhra Currently the onions sell at Rs cultivation of pulses is very night ago. Red gram is being department are being carried city or district or elsewhere can was decided to set up a 'chap- Earlier, there were Pradesh and Karnataka. The 38 to Rs 40 a kg. There is less. The area under red gram, sold at Rs 96 a kg in provi- out anywhere. The Civil lodge their belongings which pal ghar' and was allocated Rs instances where a man was majority of the demand is unprecedented demand for Bengal gram, green gram, sional stores, while it is being Supplies Department is yet to are not in use for them for the 5 lakh for the same. fined after his goat ate a few met from imports from white onions. As a result, the black gram and soya bean is sold between Rs 98 and 102 tighten its belt and swing into benefit of the poor. The municipal corporation saplings planted as part of Maharashtra. The farmers traders are selling it up to Rs put at 25,000-30,000 hectares. in departmental stores. The action, but it is not the case to Earlier, a Wall of Humanity has erected a shed to facilitate Harith Haram programme. there sell onion in huge quan- 48 a kg. The second grade The harvested pulses are hard- black gram is being sold at Rs be. When onions were sold at has been set up in Hyderabad. people leave their goods. The Thursday last, in Maktal vil- tities and store it in their onions are being sold at a price ly sufficient to meet local 96 a kg, Bengal gram is being exorbitant prices in open mar- Similar amenities at various shed was also given electrici- lage, a goat devoured on homes and sell them as and that is less by Rs 10 and 15 a demand. The undivided sold at Rs 74 a kg and moong ket, earlier KCR sold them places across the country ty connection. A huge adver- plants in the MPDO. The when they need money. They kg. Karimnagar district gets puls- dal at Rs 90 a kg. As there is through special counters at have been reported. But, this tising board has been placed MPDO staff tied it down in sell onions, stored in godowns, The first and second grade es from Mahabubnagar, shortage of pulses, the Center lesser price. Raids were con- time it is the turn of the city above the shed which is locat- the office and imposed a fine all through the year. onions are being exported to Rangareddy, Medak, Adilabad is trying to bridge the defi- ducted on godowns and municipal corporation. In the ed at a vantage point catching of Rs 2,000 on the goat's Floods and rain havoc have Telangana from Kurnool also, and other district. Depending ciency through resorting to hoarded commodities are 'Room of Kindness', people the attention of commuters. owner. destroyed the onion crop in apart from Maharashtra. The upon demand, the pulses are import of pulses from other brought into open market. Vinayabhaskar is new What about Modi idol KCR's Cabinet Remove objectionable expansion today symbols, Government chief whip in UP temple? TRS Continued from Page 1 Continued from Page 1 Hinduism. The State-owned Some of these may be given the Rajya Continued from Page 1 margins increased. Over time, remained loyal to the party and statues do not symbolise Hindu Sabha membership, while some will get the directs YTDA he emerged as a reliable leader came to be known as an aide Taking sycophancy to new mythology. TSRTC and Rythu Coordination Continued from Page 1 officials said that one or Dasyam Vinayabhaskar has in TRS. to TRS youth icon and work- heights, TRS supporters are As Neta visits to the shrine Committee positions. two sculptors had been rewarded apparently for An active participant in the ing president KTR. asking if the lotus (BJP symbol) have increased, the inscrip- The CM is preparing an action plan to Bhupal Reddy asked sculpted "as they his role during the Telangana Telangana statehood struggle, also needs to be removed. The tions of other religious symbols not only strengthen the state's adminis- the YTDA officials to wished". Then Bhupal statehood struggle, particu- Vinayabhaskar had dared the House panels Maharajagopuram (door) of in the Hindu temple are being tration but also make the TRS party explain why they had Reddy said that K larly from the inception of TRS then administration and sev- KCR also decided to appoint the Yadadri temple has 80 lotus exposed and they are gaining emerge as the most formidable force. He allowed inscriptions of Chandrasekhar Rao party. Vinayabhaskar joined eral cases were filed against House Committees comprising flowers. TRS supporters didn't prominence on social media. also decided to appoint the party com- the portraits of Chief would not like his por- TRS subsequent to the 2004 him, including one for Assembly and Council mem- mince words in asking if the Netizens were quick to point mittees and complete the construction of Minister K trait on the temple Assembly elections, after con- obstructing train movement in bers. The 12 Committees will symbol needs to be removed. that Telangana logo was carved the party offices in the State. Chandrasekhar Rao, premises. K testing as an independent in the Kazipet section. He was have chairmen and others as BJP was quick to point that on the temple, which also has The CM is making an elaborate plan to former prime minister Chandrasekhar Rao that polls. Later, he emerged appointed as the Parliamentary members. According to lotus has been the symbol as Charminar, in English and strengthen both the party and government, Indira Gandhi, would want the temple as MLA from the Secretary in KCR's previous sources, the selection of com- Lord Brahma emerged from Urdu language. In fact, Ta'ziya through which the government policies Mahatma Gandhi and to confine to divine Hanamkonda Assembly rep- government that took over in mittees' chairmen and mem- Lotus, rests on and carries it and procession done on the occa- would be implemented in a fool-proof others, besides political symbols. resenting TRS. In the subse- 2014. However, as the court bers is over. The Speaker that many Hindu Gods like sion of Muhurram was also manner and to create good opportunities parties' symbols. He then directed the quent by-election and in the dismissed such appointments, would announce the names Lakshmi, Ganesh, Saraswati reportedly inscribed in the for those worked hard for the party. He sought to know officials to remove the General Election his winning he lost that post. Still, he officially. rest on lotus and is part of temple. He also wants to fine-tune the admin- who directed them to leaders' portraits, sym- istration to effectively transfer govern- inscribe such symbols bols of parties and ment's schemes and programmes to the on the shrine's pillars. objectionable sculptures INTERNATIONAL VULTURE AWARENESS DAY people. In response, YTDA immediately. Vultures on the verge of extinction We'll emerge stronger: BJP Revuri clears the PNS n VISAKHAPATNAM been found that this decline PNS n KARIMNAGAR Minister Vidyasagar Rao would air on joining BJP A 2016 study was caused by residues of the certainly help the party emerge PNS n WARANGAL All should take responsibility to veterinary drug Diclofenac in The Bharatiya Janata Party much stronger in this part. protect the endangered species reported that animal carcasses. The Central cadres in the north Telangana Many rural-level cadre of the BJP TDP leader who recently of vultures, said JV Ratnam of the 22 vulture government has taken very districts are keen on emerging say that new waters would reach joined the BJP, Revuri from Green Climate Team on late cognizance of this fact and stronger in the coming the party in the coming Prakash Reddy on Saturday the occasion of International species, nine are has banned the drug for ani- days and they feel it is days as it is becoming said that he joined the saffron Vulture Awareness Day critically endangered, mals. However, it may take possible with the aid stronger in the parts party because of changed observed on Saturday at decades for vultures to come of the blend of new that are dominated political situation in Jalaripeta Primary School here three are back to their earlier population and experienced hitherto by the Telangana and only after tak- under the guidance of Dr S endangered, four are level," observed leaders in the Congress and TRS. ing TDP supremo Vijaya Kumar, Founder of J Rajeswari, Secretary of region. The Congress, Chandrababu Naidu into Paryavarana Margadarsi near threatened, and Paryavarana Margadarsi They opine the they say has already confidence. He said that Vaisakhi. The first Saturday in six are doing okay Vaisakhi. return of former wiped out in many KCR was successful in wiping September each year is being A recent study in 2016, Union Minister and for- zones and the TRS too is out TDP from Telangana soil. observed International Vulture reported that "of the 22 vulture mer Maharashtra Governor facing a stiff challenge in the In fact, the TDP gave him the Awareness Day. Vulture Awareness Day has the initiative into an interna- that highlight vulture conser- species, nine are critically back into the party fold would pockets that were dominated by political birth. He clarified "Vultures are an ecologically grown from Vulture Awareness tional event," said Sambasiva vation and awareness. Vultures endangered, three are endan- instill confidence among the the statehood torchbearers. that he did not resign from vital group of birds that face a Days run by the Birds of Prey Rao, headmaster of Jalaripeta are of great value as scavengers, gered, four are near threatened, cadre in Nizamabad, Many feel that in Karimnagar, TDP because of his antago- range of threats in many areas Programme of the Endangered Primary School. especially in hot regions. and six are least concern". Karimnagar and Adilabad dis- Huzurabad, Husnabad and nism towards Chandrababu that they occur. Population of Wildlife Trust in South Africa "On the first Saturday in Vultures population in South Scavengers play an important tricts. Manakondur segments would Naidu or dislike for the TDP many species are under pressure and the Hawk Conservancy September, the aim is for each Asia, mainly in India and role in the ecosystem by con- The current leaders are also receive more number of sup- but because of the changed and some species are facing Trust in England, which decid- participating organisation to Nepal, have declined dramati- suming the toxic dead animal hoping that the support and porters to the fold of BJP in com- political equation in extinction. The International ed to work together and expand carry out their own activities cally since early 1990s. It has and plant material. guidance of the former Central ing days. Telangana, he further said. HYDERABAD | SUNDAY | SEPTEMBER 8, 2019 nation 05 40 pc lunar missions in last 60 years failed: NASA

PNS n NEW DELHI The first lunar soft landing and first pictures The success ratio of lunar missions from the lunar surface came from Luna 9, undertaken in the last six decades launched by the USSR in January 1966. Five is 60 per cent, according to US months later, in May 1966, the US successfully 16,500 women and men space agency NASA's 'Moon Fact Sheet'. Of the 109 lunar mis- launched a similar mission Surveyor-1 sions during the period, 61 were successful and 48 had failed, it stat- worked on Chandrayaan 2 ed. In the early hours of Saturday, the Moon was Luna 1 by the USSR and the USSR launched Moon Indian space agency ISRO's plan to on January 4, 1959. It was also the missions. In PNS n BENGALURU soft land Chandrayaan-2's Vikram first 'Moon flyby' mission. The suc- these 21 years, Chandrayaan 2 was expected to write module on the lunar surface did not cess had come only in the sixth mis- the two coun- Chandrayaan 2 was space history and it still has - this was go as per script. sion. In a span of a little more than tries launched expected to help India the first time in ISRO's history that a The lander lost communication a year, from August 1958 to 90 missions. make space history at with ground stations during its final November 1959, the US and the There was a lull around 1.55 am this female scientist headed an inter- descent. ISRO officials said, adding USSR launched 14 missions. in the decade morning, when lunar planetary project that the orbiter of Chandrayaan-2 Of these, only three -- Luna 1, that followed with lander Vikram was scheduled to -- second lunar mission -- remains Luna 2 and Luna 3 -- were suc- no lunar missions from 1980-89. soft land on the moon's surface, heathy and safe. cessful. All were launched by the Japan, the European Union, making the country only the "I come from a very humble before lift-off after a technical This year, Israel, too, launched its USSR. The Ranger 7 mission China, India and Israel were late fourth - after the United States, beginning... from a farming fam- glitch. lunar mission Beresheet in launched in July 1964 by the US entrants. Russia and China - to achieve the ily. I worked in the fields so my Behind the scenes, Dr S February 2018 but it crash landed was the first to take close-up pic- Japan feat. However, as the moment father could save some money and Somanath, a mechanical engineer, in April. tures of the Moon. The first lunar launched came and passed, the faces in studied at a Tamil medium school. and Dr V Narayanan, the head of From 1958 to 2019, India as well soft landing and first pictures from Hiten, an ISRO's control room grew longer. It was a hand to mouth existence, the Cryogenic Engine Facility, as the US, the USSR (now Russia), the lunar surface came from Luna orbiter mission ISRO chief K Sivan then con- but my father fed us three meals were instrumental in resolving Japan, the European Union, China 9, launched by the USSR in January in January 1990. firmed what many suspected - a day with full stomach," Mr Sivan, that glitch - a problem with the and Israel launched different lunar 1966. Five months later, in May This was also Japan's first Moon that the agency had lost contact who joined ISRO in 1982 cryogenic engine. missions -- from orbiters, landers 1966, the US successfully launched mission. After that, in September with Vikram. Chandrayaan 2 was expected to Mission Director J Jayaprakash and flyby (orbiting the Moon, a similar mission Surveyor-1. 2007, Japan launched Selene, Vikram may have failed to write space history and it still has and Vehicle Director Raghunatha landing on the Moon and flying by The Apollo 11 mission was the another orbiter mission. land on the moon, but the sheer - this was the first time in ISRO's Pillai, both rocket specialists, the Moon). landmark mission through which There were six lunar missions magnitude and daring of the history that a female scientist played key roles in averting fur- The first mission to the Moon humans first stepped on to the from 2000-2009 -- Europe (Smart- Chandrayaan 2 project, which lost headed an inter-planetary project. ther disaster on July 15, the day of was planned by the US in August lunar surface. The three-crewed 1), Japan (Selene), China (Chang'e contact only 2.1 kilometres short Project Director Muthaya the original scheduled launch. 17, 1958, but the launch of Pioneer mission was headed by Neil 1), India (Chandrayaan-1) and the of its target, is testament to the Vanitha, who is responsible for the When images of Chandrayaan 0 was unsuccessful. Armstrong. US (Lunar Reconnaissance Orbiter brilliance and determination of entire Chandrayaan project, has 2 first emerged from ISRO's facil- The first successful mission to From 1958 to 1979, only the US and LCCROSS). the 16,500 men and women spent more than three decades at ity, the gleaming white and gold behind India's most com- the agency, is an electronics and of the spacecraft captivated the plex and ambitious communications engineer. country. P Kunhikrishnan, 58, a space mission yet. Another woman scientist, Ritu rocket engineer-turned-satellite Isro will Chandrayaan Karidhal, was Mission Director for fabricator, oversaw its construc- Chandrayaan2: Messages of 2 and the charge Chandrayaan 2, and also played tion as Director of the UR Rao realise to the south pole a key role in navigating Satellite Centre. of the moon was Mangalyaan to Mars. ISRO may have lost contact support, encouragement for ISRO national led by humble Chandrayaan 2 began its jour- with Vikram but the Chandrayaan and unassuming ney on July 22 from Sriharikota in mission is far from a write-off, PNS n NEW DELHI dream: Modi K Sivan, 62, Andhra Pradesh. The Rs. 1,000- with the lunar orbiter still func- In a tweet, PM PNS n MUMBAI whose journey to crore mission, which cost only tional and expected to transmit Support poured in for ISRO Narendra Modi becoming ISRO 1/20th of Hollywood blockbuster data over the next year. scientists on Twitter, with mes- said, "India is Prime Minister Narendra chief is much like the 'Avengers: Endgame', was sched- Communication with the orbiter sages of encouragement flood- Modi Saturday said the Isro nation reaching for the uled to launch a week earlier but is possible through India's deep ing the micro-blogging site, proud of our scientists will be undeterred by stars. that was aborted less than an hour space network and VV Srinivasan. after Chandrayaan-2's moon scientists! the setback on the lander Vikram lost contact They've given Chandrayaan-2 mission, and with ground stations minutes asserted the nation will achieve before touchdown early their best and its goal of reaching the moon. Film industry ISRO in 2018 Saturday morning. have always Modi was speaking hours after The communication from made India the Vikram lander of the hails ISRO lost contact the lander to ground station Chandrayaan-2 mission lost was lost during its powered proud. These communication contact with descent to the lunar surface in are moments to the ground centre in the wee team with GSAT 6A the early hours and data is be courageous, hours of Saturday in PNS n MUMBAI PNS n NEW DELHI being analysed, the space Bengaluru, a moment he per- agency's chairman, K Sivan, and courageous Vice President M Venkaiah sonally witnessed. He said the There is always hurdles in the Indian space agency ISRO, said. we will be!" Naidu's secretariat tweeted. Indian Space Research path to victory and the which lost contact with In a tweet, Prime Minister Describing scientist at the Organisation (Isro) scientists Chandrayaan-2 mission, Chandrayaan-2's lander Narendra Modi said, "India is tional Sivan, a gesture hailed by Indian Space Research have a very strong spirit of which suffered a last minute Vikram early Saturday morn- proud of our scientists! They've Twitterati, who, using the Organisation (ISRO) hard- working and will not rest till setback, doesn't "tantamount ing, had deferred the lunar given their best and have hashtag Chandrayaan2, said working and their work inspi- the objective is met. "The to failure", said members of mission's launch last year always made India proud. may have lost connection with rational, a user said there was dream of reaching the moon the film fraternity, after ISRO after a loss in communication These are moments to be Vikram, but hope remains for "no losing in science". will be accomplished Isro and lost communication with its Leaders across parties with military satellite GSAT courageous, and courageous future missions. "Lost Communication but those working with it won't moon lander early Saturday 6A. we will be!" "There is nothing to despair. not hope. We are proud of you stop, get tired or sit down," morning. GSAT 6A was launched in Most users tweeted a video ISRO only lost communication ISRO.. #Chandrayaan2," actor- Modi said, speaking at an The communication from March last year and was meant clip in which the prime min- with the Lander & not the turned-politician Sunny Deol event in the financial capital the lander, Vikram, to hail ISRO scientists to support military commu- ister is seen consoling an emo- hopes of 1.3 billion Indians," tweeted. later in the day. ground station was lost dur- PNS n NEW DELHI is proud of our space pro- nications in hostile regions ing its powered descent to the gramme and scientists. The using handy ground terminals. lunar surface in the early Leaders across political parties best is yet to come in our space However, days later the hours and data is being on Saturday hailed the dedi- programme. There are new ISRO said it had lost contact analysed, the Indian Space cation and passion of ISRO frontiers to discover and new with GSAT 6A. Landing attempt will help future missions Research Organisation scientists, urging them not to places to go. India is with you," Communication from the (ISRO) said. be disheartened after Modi said in his address at the satellite was lost after the sec- PNS n NEW DELHI operated in low Earth orbit 400 metres above the lunar sur- Prominent actors like Chandrayaan-2's Vikram lan- ISRO centre in Bengaluru. ond firing of the on-board from 1986 to 2001 for five face. Amitabh Bachchan, Shah der lost contact with ground "Effort was worth it and so engine and "efforts are under The lessons learned from months, took take part in the "...if it had made it to that Rukh Khan and Kamal stations minutes before its was the journey. It will make way to establish the link with India's “bold attempt” to soft live telecast of Chandrayaan-2 point, and even if it had not Hassan, offered words of planned touchdown on the us stronger and better. There the satellite", it had then said. land Chandrayaan-2's Vikram landing attempt on the succeeded beyond that, it encouragement to ISRO sci- lunar surface. Prime Minister will be a new dawn and better The launch of module on the lunar surface National Geographic Channel. would have been helpful entists and hailed them for Narendra Modi on Saturday tomorrow... I am with you, Chandrayaan-2 was sched- will help the country during its "We should not be too dis- because the radar altimeters the mission. asked ISRO scientists not to nation is with you," he added. uled in October last year. future missions, former NASA couraged. India was trying to and lasers could have been test- "Sometimes we don't land get disheartened by the hur- Home Minister and BJP Officials had then said they astronaut Jerry Linenger said do something very, very diffi- ed. But if you step back and or arrive at the destination we dles in the moon mission president Amit Shah said did not want to take any risk on Saturday. cult. In fact, everything was look at the big picture, this want to. The important thing Chandrayaan-2 and asserted ISRO's achievement with get- and ensure that the multi-mil- Indian Space Research going as planned as the lander (attempt) would obviously be is we took off and had the that there will be a "new dawn ting Chandrayaan-2 so far lion dollar Chandrayaan pro- Organisation's (ISRO) plan to came down," Linenger told very helpful for follow on mis- Hope and Belief we can. Our and better tomorrow". has made every Indian proud. ject is full-proof. soft land Vikram near the PTI in an email interview. sions," he said. current situation is never "We came very close but we "India stands with our The GSAT 6A setback had Moon's south pole did not go ground stations during its final Linenger noted that the lan- An astronaut narrator and and not our final destination. need to cover more ground in committed and hard working prompted ISRO to recall the as per script in the early hours descent. der "unfortunately" never quite space analyst, Linenger said That always comes in time the times to come. Learning scientists at @isro. My best launch of GSAT-11 from of Saturday, with the lander los- Linengar, who flew on made it to the hover point – overall the mission has been and belief! Proud of #ISRO" from today will make us wishes for future endeavours," Kourou in French Guiana for ing communication with Russian space station Mir that which is an altitude of about “very successful.” Shah Rukh tweeted. stronger and better. The nation he tweeted. additional technical checks. We shall overcome some Chief Ministers hail ISRO for its efforts PNS n NEW DELHI saying that ISRO's "work will not Minister Y.S. Jagan Mohan to land at South Pole of the ic temper they ingrained in us, day, says President Kovind go in vain." He added that it Reddy said that a "minor setback Moon where no one else has and their unmatched caliber and Chief Ministers from all across would inspire many and "lay the in the last stanza is a stepping ever attempted," adding that dedication," she added. PNS n NEW DELHI their commitment to their the nation on Saturday hailed foundation for many more path- stone for success." this was "just a success post- Chief Ministers Jai Ram work, he recalled a woman sci- the Indian Space Research breaking space projects and Karnataka Chief Minister B.S. poned." Thakur (Himachal Pradesh), "Hum honge kamyaab, mann entist telling him she had left Organisation's (ISRO) stride make India a leader in space sci- Yediyurappa took to Twitter to Kerala Chief Minister Kamal Nath (Madhya Pradesh) me hai vishwas, poora hai her six-month-old baby with towards the Moon. ence." hail the ISRO for "having dared Pinarayi Vijayan said that he was and Raghubar Das (Jharkhand) vishwas hum honge kamyaab her parents at Bengaluru. Their reactions came after Haryana Chief Minister certain that the ISRO scientists also took to Twitter to congrat- ek din," this is how President The launch in July was communication between India's Manohar Lal Khattar also took would overcome this "small set- ulate the ISRO for its efforts. Ram Nath Kovind summed up deferred after a technical snag moon lander Vikram and the to the micro-blogging site, say- back." Chief Ministers Sarbananda his thoughts after developed in the launch vehi- orbiter got snapped in a last ing there were no failures, but While Delhi Chief Minister Sonowal (Assam), Conrad Chandrayaan-2's moon lander cle system about one hour minute snag with the former just only temporary roadblocks. Arvind Kejriwal said in a tweet Sangma (Meghalaya), Pema Vikram lost contact with before blast-off. 2.1 km away from its designat- While Maharashtra Chief that there was no need to lose Khandu (Arunachal Pradesh), ground stations minutes before "It was coincidence and not ed landing spot on the Moon's Minister Devendra Fadnavis hope as "our scientists have N. Biren Singh (Manipur) and touchdown early Saturday misfortune," the president said South Pole early on Saturday. hailed Prime Minister Narendra done a great job," his Punjab Biplab Kumar Deb (Tripura) morning. Ram Nath Kovind at the event organised Pawan Announcing the loss of the Modi's "leadership and the way counterpart Amarinder Singh also expressed their gratitude to Addressing a youth summit Chintan Dhara Ashram. communication link, ISRO he ignited courage, hope and expressed hope for the revival of the Indian space agency on organised by a charitable Sriharikota. I saw the massive Kovind said that the Chairman K. Sivan said that the motivation among the scientists communication with the lander. Twitter. Deb in his tweet also organisation here, Kovind said carrier, "Bahubali", from close Chandrayaan-2 spacecraft was performance of the lander was and gave the mantra of "never Trinamool Congress supremo mentioned Subrata like Swami Vivekananda is a proximity. Thereafter, I pro- launched on July 22 and it was as per the plan till it was at an give up and keep marching and West Bengal Chief Minister Chakraborty, a key engineer in timeless rode model for ceeded to the assembly point," a complete success for around altitude of 2.1 km from the ahead", his Goa counterpart Mamata Banerjee called the the Chandrayaan-2 mission youths, ISRO Chairman K he said. 50 days. Moon's surface. Pramod Sawant said the scien- Chandrayaan-2 "a befitting trib- who hails from Tripura. Sivan and his team will be "What I liked the most was "We covered 3.84 lakh-km But despite the setback, the tists were "among the few spe- ute to our founding fathers Bihar Chief Minister Nitish India's role model in the field that there were as many journey successfully, only 2.1 Chief Ministers hailed the hard cial ones in the world who pos- who envisioned India's place in Kumar on Saturday praised the of space in the times to come women in the engineering km were left. The distance left work and efforts put in by the sessed the expertise and capa- the league of scientifically scientists of ISRO for "I remember Chandrayaan- team as men," the president is negligible on such a huge space agency and its scientists. bilities to undertake space mis- advanced nations far ahead of Chandrayaan-2 mission and 2's launch was earlier sched- said. scale. It's such a huge achieve- Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister sions of such great magnitude." their times." said the entire nation is proud uled on July 15. I was there in Lauding the scientists for ment," he said. Yogi Adityanath took to Twitter, Andhra Pradesh Chief "A testimony to the scientif- of their efforts. HYDERABAD | SUNDAY | SEPTEMBER 8, 2019 nation 06 Lets' create 21st century cities: Modi PNS n MUMBAI inside the Aarey Colony, which necting the highway...all of them lakh crore to develop infrastruc- Launches 3 more Metro lines for city is one of the two large green lungs are undertaken with a vision to ture across the country. Along Prime Minister Narendra Modi, of the nation's densest city, and make life easier for the com- with Mumbai, we also want to who Saturday launched three will with a developable area of muters," he said. develop other cities," he said. more metro lines for the city 1,14,088 sqmt. Congratulating chief minister "In the past five years, Rs 1.5 worth over Rs 19,000 crore, The project is coming up Devendra Fadnavis for the lakh crore were spent on various underlined the need to create against strident public protest in speedy execution of various infra infra projects in the city. Also we cities of the 21st century world as the city, blaming the state and city projects in the city, Modi said, are now making metro coaches without which our aim of administration for felling tens "Mumbai is one city that has in the country. In other words, becoming a USD 5-trillion econ- of thousands of trees in the given pace to the whole country. infrastructure development omy will remain a pipe-dream. Aarey Colony-- home to hun- Every citizen loves this city. In the means employment opportuni- Modi, who also laid the foun- dreds of wildlife species and past five years, we've taken many ties," he said, adding across the Normal life remains dation stone for the Metro flora and fauna. efforts to develop infra projects, metro projects which are oper- Bhavan, said there is a need to "As we have set a target to which are not only going to meet ational and also under-develop- create systems to address the con- become a USD 5 trillion econo- the present-day needs but are also ment, nearly 10,000 engineers cerns of mobility, connectivity, my in the next five years, we will envisioned for making lives eas- and 40,000 skilled and unskilled affected in Kashmir productivity, safety and sustain- have to develop our cities in sync ier in the future." workers have got employment. PNS n SRINAGAR decisions to abrogate Article ability in our cities. with the 21st century world. For Modi said no one would have "Infrastructure projects 370 and reorganise J-K into The three new metro projects this, we will have to develop sys- imagined that many much which are undertaken in small Normal life remained affect- two Union Territories. are the Rs 4,476-crore 9.2-km The these new lines are expect- to come up at the Aarey Colony tems to ensure mobility, con- delayed projects like the Navi areas as well as in the metros ed in Kashmir on Saturday Though restrictions have Gaimukh-Shivaji Chowk (Mira ed to be completed by 2026, in the northern suburb nectivity, productivity, safety and Mumbai international airport have generated more jobs. But though authorities lifted the been eased, most markets and Road) metro-10; the Rs 8,739- when the megapolis will have 337 Goregaon, will be the integrated sustainability," Modi said. or the transharbour link or the no one is talking about this. restrictions re-imposed a day other business establishments crore 12.8-km Wadala-CST km of metro network across 14 operations and control centre of Speaking about the metro Mumbai-Ahmedabad bullet Probably because people have earlier in some parts of the remained closed on Saturday metro-11; and the Rs 5,865- lines covering the entire MMR the metro project. Significantly, projects, he said, "be it the new train project would start at this never seen projects being Valley as a precautionary while public transport was crore 20.7-km Kalyan-Taloja area. the Metro Bhawan is coming on metro lines or the Metro Bhavan pace and scale. undertaken at a massive scale measure. off the roads across the Valley, metro-12 corridor. The 32-storey Metro Bhavan, a 20,387 sqmt forest land deep or the elevated BKC bridge con- "Our intent is to spend Rs 100 like this," he said. Authorities have been officials said. Some private imposing restrictions in vul- vehicles could be seen plying nerable areas of Kashmir every in parts of the city. Friday, apprehending that vest- Government offices were Over 180 cadets ed interests might exploit the open but attendance in many PM's Mumbai public event large gatherings at big was thin due to lack of public pass out of OTA mosques and shrines to fuel transport, they said, adding PNS n CHENNAI protests. offices at district headquarters A police spokesperson said registered normal attendance. General Officer Commanding- venue changed amid rain threat that the Friday prayers passed The efforts of the state gov- in-Chief, Southern Command, PNS n MUMBAI off peacefully. ernment to open schools have Lieutenant General Satinder The Centre has taken not borne any fruit as parents Kumar Saini reviewed the pass- The venue of Prime Minister unprecedented security mea- continued to keep the kids at ing-out parade of 183 gentle- Narendra Modi's public event sures in Jammu and Kashmir home due to apprehensions men and lady cadets at the in Mumbai on Saturday was since August 5 following its about their safety. Officers Training Academy shifted to the Jio World (OTA) here on Saturday. Centre's mega convention cen- Among the 183, 153 were gen- Modi has darshan tre from the MMRDA tlemen cadets, 30 were lady Grounds due to possibility of cadets. rain, officials said. DSP tenders written A total of 21 cadets from for- The Jio World Centre, built eign countries also graduated. of Lord Ganesh in by richest Indian Mukesh Saini presented the sword of Ambani, is located in close apology for honour and a gold medal to vicinity of the MMRDA Ravi Kumar, silver to Abhishek Grounds in the Bandra Kurla Kumar and bronze to Mumbai suburb Complex (BKC) business dis- tial rains. The visit comes amid heavy misbehaviour with MLA Wickremaditya Manker. PNS n MUMBAI Fadnavis, state BJP unit pres- trict. The PM is on one-day visit protests by civil society groups After reviewing the parade, ident Chandrakant Patil was Officials said the convention to poll-bound Maharashtra. and celebrities, including actor PNS n SHILLONG submit a written apology for his Saini appreciated the cadets and Prime Minister Narendra also present when Modi centre, billed as one of the He is set to lay the foundation Shraddha Kapoor, against the alleged "misbehaviour" with the staff of the OTA on the excel- Modi on Saturday offered offered prayers. largest in the country, has a for three metro lines which will civic body's nod to fell 2,700 A Meghalaya Police officer has MLA. The Privileges Committee lent standard displayed. prayers to Lord Ganesh in sub- The prime minister also capacity to accommodate be built at an investment of Rs trees in the Aarey Milk Colony tendered a written apology to the chairman Saleng Sangma said the He exhorted the cadets to urban Vile Parle in Mumbai. interacted with officials of the 15,000 people, while the 19,000 crore, and a part of the for creating metro infrastruc- Privileges Committee of the committee on Friday has accept- always adhere to the core val- Modi, who is one a one-day LSS, a 96-year-old not-for- MMRDA grounds can host 337-km metro rail network for ture. state Assembly for alleged mis- ed the apology letter of Momin ues of the army and strive for visit to Maharashtra, took dar- profit organisation, who pre- about one lakh people. Mumbai. Later in the day, the PM will behaviour with an MLA. and the case has been closed. In excellence in all the endeavours shan of Lord Ganesh at the sented him with a portrait of This is also one of the The PM is scheduled to be travelling to Aurangabad in Congress MLA Kimfa S his written apology, Momin said, to successfully meet the security Lokmanya Seva Sangh (LSS) freedom fighter Lokmanya biggest events being hosted at perform bhoomipujan for the backward Marathwada Marbaniang had complained to "I am to inform you that there is challenges facing the country. as part of the ongoing Ganesh Bal Gangadhar Tilak and the Jio World Centre, where Metro Bhavan in the Aarey region to inaugurate the the Privileges Committee that no intention to hurt the senti- festival. books on the activities of the wedding of Ambani's son Colony through remote con- 10,000-acre Aurangabad Deputy Superintendent of Police ments of anybody during the dis- The PM went straight to the LSS. Modi also garlanded the Akash was held in March this trol. The Bhavan is being built Industrial City (AURIC) and (Traffic) W M Momin had mis- charge of my lawful duty but in suburb after landing at the bust of Lokmanya, who had year. Eventually, Ambani is by acquiring 82 hectares of also address women self help behaved with him and ordered the process if I have used words international airport. At the started Ganesh festival at pub- planning to shift Reliance land in the green belt. groups. him to remove tinted glass from that may have affected Kimfa S airport, Modi was welcomed lic level to galvanise people Industries' corporate head- Modi will also inaugurate Modi was also scheduled to his vehicle on August 7. Marbaniang, during my by state Governor Bhagat against the British, on the LSS quarters in the future. the first metro coach manu- visit Nagpur for metro projects, Following summons from the encounter with him on August Singh Koshyari and Chief premises. The PM is scheduled Life in the financial capital factured by the state-run but the same had to be post- committee the DSP had appeared 7, I hereby tender my apology to Minister Devendra Fadnavis. to attend various events in was thrown out of gear earli- Bharat Earth Movers (BEML) poned at the last moment due in person before the committee the House and the MLA in par- Apart from Koshyari and Mumbai and Aurangabad. er this week following torren- at its Bengaluru facility. to heavy rain forecast. on Thursday and was asked to ticular. SHORT READS Abrogation of J-K's special ABVP for ‘sedition’ case against status ‘aggression on state': NC AMU's Kashmiri students PNS n SRINAGAR "The unilateral and immoral the MPs said. The statement said PNS n ALIGARH permission. "According to pre- act of backtracking on the con- the decision had played with the A show cause notice has been liminary reports, the Kashmiri Equating the Centre's decision to stitutional assurances to the state honour of the state's people. The Akhil Bhartiya Vidyarthi issued to the organizers of this students had gathered near abrogate Jammu and Kashmir's by New Delhi is the same as trib- Lone and Masoodi said the Parishad has demanded lodg- protest keeping in view the fact the university canteen on Goa ex-deputy Speaker special status under Article 370 al invasion of Kashmir following people of the state will never ing of a sedition case against Thursday evening with the with the 1947 invasion of the the freedom from imperialists. allow the "treacherous onslaught some Kashmiri students who that we have made it mandatory objective of drawing the atten- Victoria Fernandes dead state by tribal warriors, the The insidious tribals cared the of New Delhi" on the state's iden- allegedly held a protest march that a permission has to be tion of the authorities that PANAJI: Victoria Fernandes, a National Conference (NC) on least about the aspirations of the tity to annihilate its character. at the Aligarh Muslim obtained before holding any they were deeply distressed former deputy Speaker of the Saturday dubbed the move an people the state," NC Lok Sabha "The stealing of state's rights University campus on over the fact that most of Goa Legislative Assembly, died "aggression". members Muhammad Akbar through unilateral and uncon- Thursday evening against nul- protest inside the campus them had been unable to con- here in the wee hours on The party also termed August Lone and Hasnain Masoodi said stitutional means is no less than lification of Article 370. tact their families for over a Saturday. She was 85. "Victoria 5, the day when Jammu and in a joint statement. "The act of an aggressive deceitful conquest ABVP office bearer Situ vice-chancellor at the Ramlila fact that we have made it month now and were also fac- died while undergoing treatment Kashmir's special status was unilaterally back tracking on and thievery," they said. Chaudhary said, "Holding a grounds for permitting mandatory that a permission ing financial hardships because at a private hospital in Panaji in revoked, a black day in the the constitutional assurances is The NC leaders also rub- protest against the abrogation Kashmiri students to hold a has to be obtained before hold- of the lack of communica- the wee hours of Saturday," state's history. no less than an aggression on the bished the Centre's claims that of Article 370 is an anti-nation- demonstration inside the ing any protest inside the cam- tion," Hameed added. former St Cruz MLA and On this day, the Centre had state," the statement said. doing away with the state's spe- al act and the HRD Ministry University campus on pus," AMU Registrar Abdul "We are investigating the Fernandes' family friend, Victor also announced its decision to With the scrapping of Article cial status and bifurcating it into should order a probe in the Thursday evening. Hamid told PTI Saturday on entire incident and will pro- Gonsalves, told PTI. She had bifurcate the state into two 370 and Article 35A, the Centre two Union territories would entire incident." "A show cause notice has being contacted. ceed further after we receive served as deputy speaker during Union territories -- Jammu and has permanently branded itself open new vistas of develop- The ABVP activists had been issued to the organizers of He said the Thursday's replies to the showcause 2005-2007. Fernandes had Kashmir, and Ladakh. as "undependable and deceitful", ment. burnt an effigy of the AMU this protest keeping in view the protest was held without any notice," the registrar added. represented St Cruz Assembly segment in North Goa for four terms from 1994 till 2012 on tickets of regional parties and HARYANA ASSEMBLY POLLS also as a Congress nominee. To create jobs, Chhattisgarh govt She quit the Congress ahead of the 2012 Assembly elections Maya calls off pact after denied ticket. She had also served as a minister in the reduces land rates for industries Congress-led governments in with Dushyant PNS n RAIPUR the state and held various portfolios like Agriculture and The Chhattisgarh government Fisheries, Women and Child Chautala's party has decided to reduce land Development. allotment rates by 30 per cent PNS n LUCKNOW in industrial areas in the state Maha teen detained to promote industrialisation The Bahujan Samaj Party and create jobs, officials said after man dies during (BSP) has called off its agree- on Saturday. Ganpati celebrations ment with Dushyant The announcement was Congress women's PALGHAR: A 16-year-old boy Chautala's Jannayak Janata made by Chief Minister was detained in Maharashtra's Party (JJP) for the upcoming Bhupesh Baghel while address- is committed to development land, a time limit of one year Palghar district after his friend Haryana Assembly election ing representatives of industrial of industrial sector along with would be given to establish the unit chief joins BJP died during Ganpati and decided to field candidates and commercial sectors at an the agriculture sector. At the units, he said. n celebrations, police said on on all seats in the state. The party high command event held here late Friday same time, core industries In case they fail to do so, the PNS ROHTAK of the Congress on these issues Saturday. The incident happened The Mayawati-led BSP's has decided to go it alone with evening, a government public such as steel and cement would concerned land would be has totally gone against the sen- at around 1:30 am on Friday in decision to part ways with the all its strength and contest on relation official said. Baghel also be promoted," he added. taken back on allotment rates In a major setback for the timents of the people," she said. Nalasopara, an official said. "A JJP came days after the two all the seats, she said in anoth- announced that the land allot- Single window system and would be sanctioned to Congress in Haryana ahead of She said she is happy with the group of youngsters were taking parties had announced to fight er tweet. ment rates in industrial areas would be facilitated to provide other eligible entrepreneurs, he the state polls, the party's way Chief Minister Manohar Lal part in Ganpati celebrations on the state polls together. The JJP Chautala had last month will be reduced by 30 per time-based approval for estab- added. women's wing chief Sumitra Khattar is running the govern- the terrace of a house. During is a breakaway of the the announced that his party and cent, while lease rent rate lishing industries in the state, "A proposal would be sent to Chouhan resigned and joined ment in the state. Chouhan has the revelry, Krishna Baban Dalvi Indian National Lok Dal the BSP would contest the would be reduced from exist- he said. the government of India to the BJP here on Saturday. also resigned from the primary (20) fell off the terrace. He was (INLD). Haryana Assembly polls as ing 3 per cent to 2 per cent. "Presently, applications for increase the minimum number Chouhan, the president of membership of the Congress. declared dead on arrival at a According to the BSP, the allies. He also announced several setting up industries are not of employees required for Haryana Pradesh Mahila Barala said Chouhan has nearby hospital," said Senior agreement reached with According to the announce- other benefits, including land being accepted because of the compulsion of gomasta Congress, was welcomed into been inducted into the BJP Inspector Vilas Chowgule of Dushyant Chautala for the ment made in August during at cheaper rates, subsidy on unavailability of land. The new issuance under Factory Act to the party fold by state BJP chief unconditionally. Valiv police station. upcoming Assembly elections a joint press conference of interest and tax rebates for applications would be collect- 10 or more for electricity-run Subash Barala. In a bid to end factionalism "We have charged the teenager in Haryana is inappropriate in Chautala and BSP General food processing, minor forest ed in industrial centres in all industries," he added. She said she resigned from the in the party's state unit, the under IPC section 304 (culpable terms of the proposed seat- Secretary Satish Chandra produce and herbal-based districts and land would be Presently, it is compulsory Congress as she was "totally dis- Congress on Wednesday named homicide not amounting to sharing formula, BSP presi- Mishra, the BSP was to contest units. allotted by the Industry for small entrepreneurs to get heartened and utterly devastat- Kumari Selja as its Haryana chief murder). He was detained and dent Mayawati said Friday on 50 seats while the JJP on 40 "The new policy pertaining Department on first-come- their gomasta licence (basic ed" by the party's stand on and appointed former chief produced in a juvenile court. night in a tweet in Hindi, of the total 90 assembly seats to these announcements will first-serve basis," Baghel said. business licence) even if they 'triple talaq' and abrogation of minister Bhupinder Singh Further probe is underway," the adding that the tie-up is called in Haryana, where polls are be formulated within next two For industries that were not have one person employed provisions of Article 370 in Hooda chairperson of the elec- official added. off. due later this year. months. The state government set up despite allotment of under them. Jammu and Kashmir. "The stand tion management committee. HYDERABAD | SUNDAY | SEPTEMBER 8, 2019 world 07 Iran fires up advanced centrifuges in latest nuclear step AFP n TEHRAN economy. The arch-foes were centrifuges. US Defence were unable to find a way to 20 percent enrichment, and if on the cusp of confrontation in Secretary Mark Esper said he offset the impact of sanctions we do so at some time, we will ran said on Saturday it has June when Iran downed a US was “not surprised that Iran has on the country before a first increase the 4.5 percent Ifired up advanced centrifuges drone and Trump ordered announced that it’s going to September 7 deadline set by the stockpile and then act,” said to boost its enriched uranium retaliatory strikes before can- violate the JCPOA”. Islamic republic. Kalamvandi. The announce- stockpiles, in the latest scaling celling them at the last minute. “It’s no surprise that the “If Europe wants to do ment came on the eve of a visit back of commitments under a On Saturday, Iran’s Atomic Iranians are going to pursue something, it must hurry, to Iran by the acting head of the crumbling 2015 nuclear deal. Energy Organisation said it what the Iranians have always because returning to the situ- IAEA, Cornel Feruta. The country’s Atomic had activated 20 IR-4 and 20 intended to pursue,” he said in ation before reducing com- Kamalvandi said Feruta Energy Organisation said, how- IR-6 centrifuges as its latest step Paris. Kamalvandi said Iran mitments could take time,” would meet the head of Iran’s ever, that it would honour back in rolling back its com- would allow the International Kamalvandi said. Tehran has Atomic Energy Organisation, commitments to give UN mitments. Atomic Energy Agency to con- already hit back twice with Ali Akbar Salehi, and Foreign inspectors access to monitor its “The centrifuge machines, tinue monitoring its nuclear countermeasures in response to Minister Mohammad Javad nuclear sites. as they are engaged in research programme, as it has done the US withdrawal from the Zarif. Three European countries and development, will help under the 2015 accord. 2015 deal. — Britain, France and with increasing the stockpile,” “Regarding the monitoring On July 1, Iran said it had Germany — have been said the agency’s spokesman, and accesses of the IAEA... So increased its stockpile of Iran seizes boat engaged in talks to try to res- Behrouz Kamalvandi. that everything is clear (Iran’s) enriched uranium to beyond cue the 2015 deal that gave Iran “The capacity of these commitments regarding trans- the 300-kilogram maximum set in Strait of relief from sanctions in return machines is many times more parency will be followed as by the deal. for curbs on its nuclear pro- than the previous machines. before,” the spokesman said. A week later, it announced Hormuz, arrests gramme. This started as of yesterday The European Union on it had exceeded a 3.67-percent Tensions have been esca- (Friday),” he told a news con- Friday emphasised its reliance cap on the purity of its urani- Filipinos: Report lating between Iran and the ference in Tehran. on the UN nuclear watchdog to um stocks. United States since May last Under the 2015 Joint monitor Iran’s activities as it On Saturday, however, Iran AFP n TEHRAN year when President Donald Comprehensive Plan of Action voiced “great concern” over report, on August 30, said it But in an apparent hint at Iran”. indicated it had no plans to step Trump pulled out of the accord (JCPOA), Iran was allowed to the country’s decision to roll continues to verify compli- worries about access it said The latest move by Iran up the enrichment of uranium ran seized a boat and arrest- and began reimposing sanc- enrich uranium using only back its commitments. ance through cameras and on- “ongoing interactions... Require came after EU members to higher levels. Ied 12 Filipinos as it busted tions that have crippled its first generation — or IR-1 — The IAEA in its latest site inspections. full and timely cooperation by Britain, France and Germany “We currently do not need a “fuel-smuggling ring” in the Strait of Hormuz on GLOBE Saturday, the semi-official TROTTING LANDMARK EXCHANGE news agency ISNA reported. “A foreign tugboat was Hong Kong averts airport confiscated as well as 283,900 TYPHOON KILLS 3 litres (75,000 gallons) of petrol IN SOUTH KOREA Russia, Ukraine swapping worth 233.71 billion rials Seoul: A typhoon passed along (about USD 2 million),” ISNA South Korea’s coast on protest with security blitz said, citing the coast guard Saturday, toppling trees, chief in the southern province grounding planes and causing AP n HONG KONG of Hormozgan. at least three deaths before prisoners to improve ties “Twelve Philippine making landfall in North Korea. ong Kong authorities nationals were arrested and Hmounted a security blitz at AFP n KIEV the relevant judiciary offi- ‘HOUR OF DARKNESS’ and near the airport on cials are currently taking the FOR BAHAMAS; 43 DEAD Saturday, averting a second long-awaited swap of pris- required legal measures,” Abaco (Bahamas): Search and straight weekend of disruptions Aoners between Russia and Major Hossein Dehaki was rescue teams are still trying to by pro-democracy activists Ukraine was underway on quoted as saying. reach some Bahamian who have refused to yield even Saturday, sources and state Dehaki said the group communities isolated by after gaining a concession from media said, with 70 people was suspected of operating a floodwaters and debris after the Government this week. involved in the landmark fuel-smuggling ring and the Hurricane Dorian, while the Police mounted road exchange. confiscated shipment had official death toll has risen to 43 checks and inspected passen- A Ukrainian government been intercepted close to Sirik and is likely to increase even gers on trains and buses head- source told AFP the swap was \county in the Strait of more, top officials said. ing to the airport to weed out proceeding and that 35 people Hormuz. protesters. on each side would be The seizure comes amid MYSTERIOUS DISEASE An Associated Press jour- exchanged. tensions in the Gulf after the KILLING DOGS IN NORWAY nalist at an area near the airport A number of high-profile United States unilaterally Helsinki: Norwegian authorities witnessed at least two bus pas- Riot police check passengers’ bags at the airport express station in downtown prisoners are expected to be withdrew from a nuclear deal haven’t been able to detect the sengers being handcuffed and Hong Kong on Saturday AP part of the exchange. putting curbs on Iran’s nuclear cause behind an unexplained taken away after police found Earlier Saturday an AFP programme in return for relief disease that is estimated face masks in their bags. increasingly violent. that her Government would journalist in Moscow saw two Relatives of Ukrainian prisoners freed by Russia greet them upon their arrival at from sanctions. to have killed dozens of dogs in The express train service to Shops were shuttered and withdraw the bill, but that buses with tinted windows Boryspil airport, outside Kyiv, Ukraine on Saturday AP the country in recent days, the airport was limited, run- the station was shut down in failed to appease protesters leaving the high-security officials said on Saturday. ning to and from downtown the evening as the mood grew who have expanded their goals Lefortovo jail escorted by a Ukraine erupted in 2014. Hong Kong but skipping all sta- tense. Protesters spilled onto to include other issues. police convoy. It could be a crucial step in EGYPT COURT SENTENCES tions in between. the street but left after riot The airport rail link was Russia’s state-run news easing tensions between the ex- Merkel says Russia-Ukraine 11 ISLAMISTS TO LIFE Only people with plane police with batons confronted suspended last weekend after channel Rossiya 24 said the Soviet neighbours over Russia’s Cairo: An Egyptian court has tickets were allowed to enter them. Hong Kong’s airport, protesters threw objects on the convoy had departed “within annexation of Crimea and the prisoner swap a ‘sign of hope’ sentenced 11 people including the terminals, and those milling the world’s eighth busiest, has track, blocked roads near the the framework of preparations war with Moscow-backed sep- the head of the outlawed around an adjoining bus ter- been a frequent target during airport and damaged a nearby for a prisoner exchange”. aratists that has left more than Berlin: German Chancellor said in a statement put out by Muslim Brotherhood, minal were chased off. a summer of protests sparked subway station. The channel said the buses 13,000 dead. The head of the Angela Merkel on Saturday her spokesman Steffen Seibert Mohammed Badie, to life in Several hundred angry by an extradition bill that Last month, the airport had arrived at Moscow’s defence team for 24 Ukrainian hailed a swap of 70 prisoners on Twitter. prison after a retrial on charges protesters, many in masks, would have allowed criminal was shut down for two days Vnukovo terminal for govern- sailors captured by Russia last between Russia and Ukraine as “I am happy for the related to mass prison breaks at converged at a subway station suspects to be sent to mainland after protesters occupied the ment flights, and that a Russian year told AFP they would be a “sign of hope” and called for Ukrainian sailors and Oleg the height of the 2011 uprising. in the Tung Chung area adja- China for trial. terminals, leading to violent government plane had landed part of the swap. the implementation of a 2015 Sentsov who can finally return cent to the airport. Many saw the bill as a glar- clashes. at Kiev’s Boryspil airport. “According to my infor- ceasefire deal that Paris and home,” she said. JAGGER BLASTS TRUMP They chanted slogans and ing example of the Chinese ter- There were calls online for Anticipation has been mation, they were put on a bus. Berlin helped broker. “This The 43-year-old Sentsov FOR BAD MANNERS, LIES called police “murderers” amid ritory’s eroding autonomy since protesters to shed their trade- building in recent days for the All 24 of them,” Nikolai exchange of prisoners between was the most famous Ukrainian Venice: Rock legend Mick widespread anger over alleged the former British colony was mark black shirts and forge swap, which would be the first Polozov said, adding that he Russia and Ukraine is a sign of prisoner held in Russia and the Jagger attacked US President brutality against demonstrators returned to China in 1997. boarding passes to gain access major exchange of prisoners expected them to arrive \in hope... It’s worth continuing subject of a star-studded inter- Donald Trump for his rudeness during three months of protests Hong Kong leader Carrie to airport terminals on between Russia and Ukraine Ukraine “in the next few the hard work to implement national campaign calling for and lies Saturday and for in the city that have become Lam announced Wednesday Saturday. since the conflict over eastern hours”. the Minsk accord,” Merkel his release. AFP "tearing apart" environment controls when US should be setting standard for the world. Muslim rebels hand over guns Chinese FM Wang Yi Israel strikes Gaza after rocket attack in Philippines peace deal AFP n JERUSALEM a post and military positions,” Israeli forces, the Gaza health AFP n SULTAN KUDARAT 40,000 fighters in the coming arrives in Pakistan for the army said in a statement. ministry said, with another 46 (PHILIPPINES) years. sraeli forces attacked Hamas A Hamas security source Palestinians wounded. “The war is over... I have no Ipositions in Gaza after rock- said there were no casualties The Israeli army said thou- uslim rebels in the main- firearms left,” Paisal Abdullah trilateral meet on Af ets fired from the Palestinian resulting from the Israeli sands of Palestinians took part Mly Catholic Philippines Bagundang, 56, a self-described enclave hit the Jewish state, the strikes. Later Saturday, a drone in “especially violent” demon- began handing over their guns veteran of more than 100 fire- PTI n ISLAMABAD efit from the multi-billion dol- military said early Saturday. launched from southern Gaza strations along the border to independent foreign moni- fights with government security lar China-Pakistan Economic The exchange came hours crossed into Israeli airspace, the fence, which included throwing tors Saturday, as part of a peace forces since the 1970s, told AFP. hinese Foreign Minister Corridor and Gwadar port,” after two Palestinian teenagers army said in a separate state- “fire bombs and explosive treaty aimed at ending a But the disarmament will CWang Yi arrived in said Qureshi. He said peace and were killed by Israeli fire dur- ment. It “dropped what seems devices” at soldiers. decades-long separatist insur- take time to make an impact in Islamabad on Saturday to development in Afghanistan ing clashes on the Gaza border. to be an explosive device” near Palestinians have been gency that has left about a place where violence is an attend the China-Afghanistan- was important for peace in the Late Friday, “five projectiles the security fence, damaging a holding regular mass protests 150,000 people dead. almost daily threat. Pakistan Trilateral Foreign region. were launched from the Gaza military vehicle before return- along the fortified border since Just over a thousand guer- A bomb hidden in a Ministers’ Dialogue and hold While Wang will lead the Strip towards Israel,” the army ing to Gaza. March 2018. rillas in the country’s restive parked motorcycle exploded bilateral talks with the Pakistani Chinese delegation at the meet, said. In response, an Israeli “air- The protesters have called south are turning in 940 near a public market in Isulan leadership. Afghan will be represented by The projectiles hit open craft targeted the squad which on Israel to end its crippling weapons in a single day, in a town early on Saturday, just Foreign Minister Shah Foreign Minister Salahuddin fields in southern Israel, an launched the drone”, the army siege of the coastal enclave and graduated decommissioning hours before President Rodrigo Mahmood Qureshi received Rabbani. Qureshi will chair the army spokesman told AFP. said. There were no reports of demanded the right to return process that aims to turn the Duterte was to witness the Wang at the Noor Khan dialogue sessions. In response, an “aircraft casualties in Gaza. to lands their families fled Moro Islamic Liberation Front decommissioning ceremony Airbase. The trilateral forum The dialogue was first held and tank struck a number of During border clashes on during the war that accompa- (MILF), the country’s largest some 40 kilometres (25 miles) will help improve the environ- in Beijing in 2017, followed by Hamas military targets in the Friday, two Palestinians aged 14 nied the creation of Israel in rebel force, into a regular polit- away in Sultan Kudarat. ment of peace and security in the second meet in Kabul in northern Gaza Strip, including and 17 were shot dead by 1948. ical party Police said eight people Afghanistan by opening the December 2018. The dialogue The fighters demobilised were injured in the attack that doors of economic activity and will focus on political relations, on Saturday represent a sym- was later claimed by the Islamic trade, Qureshi told the media Afghanistan peace process, bolic first step towards retiring State group, according to the at the airbase. security cooperation and what MILF says is a force of SITE Intelligence Group. “Afghanistan can also ben- counter terrorism measures. In the Amazon, Pope denounces exploitation of indigenous debate how to Madagascar’s unique resources save their lands AP n ANTANARIVO cut down trees to find fertile per cent of its plant life exist- (MADAGASCAR) soil, poach the island’s wildlife ing nowhere else on Earth, Tekohaw (Brazil): Under a and engage in contraband and according to the World Wildlife thatch-roof shelter in the ope Francis denounced the illegal exportation of its diverse Fund. Yet it is also one of the Amazon rainforest, warriors Pillegal logging and exploita- flora, fauna and mineral world’s poorest countries, with wielding bows and arrows, tion of Madagascar’s unique resources. 75 per cent of its 25.5 million elderly chieftains in face paint natural resources on Saturday “The deterioration of that people living on less than USD and nursing mothers gathered as he opened a visit to the biodiversity compromises the 2 a day. to debate a plan that some Indian Ocean nation with a future of the country and of the Environmental groups and hope will hold at bay the loggers plea for the government to fight earth, our common home,” Transparency International and other invaders threatening the corruption that is ravaging Francis warned Rajoelina and have long highlighted the ille- the tribes of the Tembe. the island’s environment and other government authorities gal logging of Madagascar’s Some had travelled long keeping its people in “inhu- as he began the second leg of rosewood forests and other distances on dirt roads that cut mane poverty.” his week-long trip to southern endangered tree species as evi- through the lush jungle, or in Francis urged President Africa. dence of the rampant corrup- boats along a muddy brown Andry Rajoelina to provide Madagascar is home to 5 tion that has made multimil- tributary of the Amazon River, Madagascar’s people with jobs per cent of the world’s plant and lionaires out of a few “rosewood all part of a 1,080-square-mile and alternative sources of animal species, with around 95 barrons” who have plundered Alto Rio Guama homeland.AFP income so they aren’t forced to per cent of its reptiles and 89 the island’s northeastern forests. 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INNOVATIONINNOVATION ATAT DOORSTEPDOORSTEP From making ink from carbon soot to carpets from plastic to playgrounds using old truck tyres, new India is using technology to turn waste into useful products. SHALINI SAKSENA and MUSBA HASHMI catch up with the entrepreneurs who have made it their mission to do their bit for the environment and help others change their lifestyle Inking carbon footprints From scrap to art ne of the hazards of this, the concept of it. It took ink in the market,” Kaushik says. rom fancy rugs to carpets to poufs living in a city like Kaushik and Anirudh a long Another problem is that ink and to pillows, everyone wants Delhi or for that mat- time to make ink — from a is not a homogeneous product. the best of the decor for their Oter Bengaluru is the mere concept to the final prod- It is not as if once the product Fhomes. Decorating our homes number of cars on the road. uct. has been made, one and all can with these and neglecting the environ- With it come traffic jams. But He tells you that the last use. One is told that the ink ment is our guilty pleasure. But, what if the worst is the pollution that time someone did something used in a gel pen to the ink used we tell you that you can show-off all these these vehicles emit leading to a on these lines was 400 years ago, in an ink pen to the ink used in items without feeling ashamed of number of health problems. not that what they are doing was print to the ink in printers, they destroying the nature with those non- But what if someone had a solu- an inspiration from that. “When are all different. Then there is biodegradable decorative villains. Yes, tion to trap this emission and we went public with our col- laser printer and ink jet print- you read that right. An international convert it in a product that one laboration with Heineken, ers. “The ink used in gloss and home fashion brand — The Rug could use? Believe it or not a somebody from Turkey brought matt paper for magazines are Republic is playing an eco-warrior by Bengaluru-based company — it to our notice that there used different as well. The ink for converting recycled plastic into trendy Graviky Labs — is doing just to be a mosque in Istanbul each will need to be custom carpets, rugs and poufs. this — collecting carbon soot where its architecture was made made. It will then need to be This is not all. Millions of plastic bot- and making a product that has in such a way that the soot made tested. While I may say that we tles reach the waste traders every year. plenty of usage — black ink. from the candle was captured have the solution at the macro This in itself is a large number, con- While the idea is ingenious, and used. Even within the level but at the micro level, it is tributing towards a sustainable future. it took Anirudh Sharma, a Indian eco-system, our women not as if a newspaper can buy The brainchild of Aditya Gupta, a Aditya Gupta, Director, The Rug Republic graduate with MIT Media Labs have been capturing soot to the ink and use it tomorrow. 50-year-old Delhi-based businessman, in Cambridge, Massachusetts make kajal. A lot of repurpos- There are 10 different types of the brand was launched in 2013. and his team three years before ing has been done since then,” ink and each has a gestation However, it is not Aditya who was the machines, then compress and crush they could come up with the Kaushik says. period,” Kaushik says and tells mastermind of this business. The orig- them into bales. Fourth, a truckload of final product. Founded by In order to capture soot, Nikhil Kaushik, Co-founder, Graviky Labs you that at present the pens that inal idea of making carpets was of his bales then reaches the recycling facili- Sharma in 2013, Graviky Labs there have been many tech- are available in over 40 coun- parents, JK Gupta and Meenakshi Gupta, ty where the bottles are shredded, has till now neutralised two nologies that are in place. Over and then makes ink. But the tries are marker pens that artists who started a small carpet making washed dried, resulting in ‘washed tonnes of PM2.5 particulate the years, standards have been way we make ink, we can reduce use. These pens have been test- operation in Meerut back in 1983. Little flakes’. Fifth, spinning units use these matter and made 20,500 litres of put in place to reduce vehicu- the dependence on burning ed in different environments. did they know that the unit which they washed flakes to make yarn — which is ink. lar emissions or even factory fossil fuel. This process has not For now, the company is in had set up in their garage with six then used in making rugs. Nikhil Kaushik, co-founder particulate matter. “This was been easy. We are improving on talks with a few newspapers weavers, will one day turn into an The cost of these rugs and carpets of Graviky Labs, a Charted already happening. Our focus our technology so that more around the world to use this ink industry leader, directly or indirectly sup- varies between `400-`1,000 per sq ft Accountant by profession tells was that these technologies and more people can use it,” and go for cold testing. But, he porting around 5,000 families, and sup- depending upon the design and style. you that he looks after the were in place, yet there was still Kaushik says who says that for tells you, this is a long process. plying rugs to more than 80 countries. Three main types of constructions operations and the manufac- so much pollution. Second, can any new product to be accept- Does it mean that a few years “The reason why I chose the name that are used is handwoven,hand-tufted turing side for the company. we do something about it that able takes time. down the line we can use these — The Rug Republic is because I want- and hand-knotted. Not only recycled How does a CA get involved in was better? All this takes time The resistance to accept pens for say signing your name ed something peppy, universal and plastic is put to use here but also other manufacturing ink out of air? to scale up. When you burn fos- the new product is due to sev- on a cheque? Well, definitely — young. And this name fits in well. It was Poufs made from recycled plastic natural products like wool, cotton, “Things just happened. This sil fuel, there is a capturing eral reasons. “We don’t sell as sooner than later. meant to convey that we have home fash- leather, recycled denims and fabrics. was something that Anirudh mechanism like a filter. But much in India. But this is nor- He tells you that the best ion for everyone,” Gupta tells you. tomers and staff that you are aware of There is much more on Aditya’s and I wanted to work on. We these need to be cleaned lead- mal. It is the developed work for the Government is to The idea behind launching the brand your environmental obligations and are cards. He wants to expand the brand in had many ideas and air pollu- ing to tonnes of pollution waste. economies which take the lead concentrate on policy-making. was to create a brand of Indian hand- looking to reduce your environmental making more products like cushion tion was one of them. Over the This is then thrown in landfills when to comes to using inno- “Of course, there are certain made contemporary rugs. And the rea- impact. The recycled products fit into covers and benches. “We also want to add last three years, we gave up on or disposed off in the water. The vative products. But this does- things that only the son why Gupta decided to take the eco- our ethos as well as are aligned with the distribution partners in more markets,” the other ideas and have been focus was to collaborate with n’t mean that there are no tak- Government can do. The job of friendly route was because he wanted to market forces. I thrive for creativity and he says. working and focusing on cre- these companies where they ers in the India. Back in 2017, the private entrepreneurs is to stick to the company’s philosophy of this was just the right option,” he says. Gupta has a piece of advice for the ating ink out of pollution. It was didn’t thrown this away and cre- Shah Rukh Khan’s programme help people change their habits. “Rethink, Rediscover, Renew”. “Today’s The whole process of turning waste aspirers who are willing to setup a busi- not as if fundamentally we were ate a commercially viable prod- TEDtalk Nai Sooch on Star If using a taxi pool can make it consumer prefers products with a story plastic into rugs and carpets consists of ness of their own. “One should be there and it started, it has been uct and bring it back into cir- Plus, had put up billboards easy to reduce carbon footprint and soul. This dictate their buying deci- a few steps and is quite simple. First, the focused on what he wants to achieve. a slow process,” Kaushik says. culation and help the society,” made from this ink in Delhi, that is good. The only thing that sions and choices. Style, quality and ser- plastic bottles are collected and sent to One step at a time is the key. No leaps He tells you that Anirudh Kaushik explains. Mumbai and Gurugram. Also, the Government needs to do is vice are not the only differentiators. We the waste traders. Second, the metal will help you out. Also, passion must be who had done his Masters from “Normal process of making there are price pressures. A not make taxi pool illegal. The are a conscious company — the first to caps, rings, PVC labels are removed backed by preparation and patience,” he MIT Media Lab was aware that ink is that one burns fossil new product is expensive as same holds true for us,” Kaushik be ISO140001 certified, which means from these bottles as they cause prob- tells you. one could do something like fuel, collect the carbon black opposed to the already available says. you can prove to your stakeholders, cus- lem downstream. Third, the bailing — Inputs Musba Hashmi

hen one thinks of a play- are common place. But within a ground, the first thing that couple of days, the children can’t just Wpops up is rides, slides wait to start playing. Such is their and swings made from iron and enthusiasm to play on what we have plastic. But what if someone were to Tyres are the new playthings created, they don’t even let the paint tell you that one can use old tyres to dry,” Rai says. create a playground where the kids to do something about it. A bunch drums,” Rai says. office is in Bengaluru. We are now Then there is the matter of can have all the fun with different of us built our first playground. Back However, the team doesn’t use concentrating our efforts in Odisha making rides using tyres. They can’t kind of activities? The answer would then, we didn’t realise how big the car tyres since they are not as and Maharashtra,” Rai says. be your usual merry-go-rounds. be — is that even possible? But a problem was. Over the next couple strong. They turn to companies She tells you that most of the Rai and her architect friends young bunch of architects after of years, we got many requests from like Michelin Tyres and Apollo projects that they work on are for designed many of the early rides they passing out from IIT-Kharagpur across the country to built a play- Tyres for truck tyres. “We work with Government schools. “In such cases installed. Now, they have a team of have made this a reality. ground using tyres,” Pooja Rai, co- these companies as part of their CSR the principal gives us the permission. designers who do the needful. The Such is the popularity of these founder of Anthill Creations recalls. initiative. We also turn to scrap deal- When we work in public spaces, it company has a small team here in playgrounds, where the old truck Rai and her friends quit their ers who deal in bulk,” Rai tells you is the BBMP which helps us identi- the Capital as well. In fact, Rai has tyres are used by not for profit jobs and decided to take up build- and says that to build an average a fy dark spots and dead spaces where a project starting in the city soon. Bengaluru-based organisation — ing such playgrounds full-time. The playground, they need 80 tyres. we can work and transform them. “What we are doing, reusing the Anthill Creations, it has made its idea to use tyres took shape because Since it is a playground, the rides These playgrounds are also part of waste, is very small. The fact that presence felt in over 17 States today. the team was young, they didn’t have need to be colourful. The tyres employee engagement for the com- children are involved, it means that The idea to create such an innova- money to build the playground. need to be treated — using primer panies that we work with. The we are trying to change the mind- tive playground began when the With trial and error and over a peri- — as well since they are out in the funding comes from them. Since set and encouraging them to recy- team was still studying. od of time, they realised that tyres open and need to withstand the ele- these projects are DIYs, the employ- cle and reuse waste in a productive “I was in my final year of college, are very durable. “Children play ments of weather. They also use non- ees are welcome to come and build way. We keep creating waste and you in 2015, I went to this school where aggressively. The reason why play- toxic paint before the kids are the playground,” Rai tells you and have another agency that is clearing the children were playing with bro- grounds don’t last for long is because allowed inside the playground. says that it takes five-six days to it. This is not a sustainable solution. ken cement pipes. They were play- iron rusts and plastic breaks. But “Rubber is durable. The play- transform a space. We hope that more people can ing badminton with broken slippers. tyres are durable. We are trying to grounds that we have set-up till now, Initially, the kids were not too come up with innovative ideas of That is when we realised that these build them in a manner where they we haven’t seen any sign of wear or happy to see old tyres being using waste. Individuals too can do children didn’t even have a park can last for years. We are using mate- tear. While we have built play- unloaded. “Statements like: ‘Why are their bit, not using plastic, is one of where they could play. We decided rial that can be recycled — tyres and Children playing with the tyres grounds across the country, our they dumping trash in our school’? them,” Rai says. Follow us on @TheDailyPioneer facebook.com/ dailypioneer

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ctivist by est scorer. When he asked who Mahesh was the class replied that choice… I was literally ‘outstanding’, as I was a When I went to pursue standing outside the class. my Intermediate stud- ies in Pune in 1986, I was inclined towards social causes and actively Love for old melodies… took part as a student association FROM ENGG TO CIVILS I enjoy old movie songs and am a secretary. During my final year of big fan of Suresh Wadkar, Lata engineering, I took up a project Mangeshkar, Kishore da and about villages and water scarcity Mukesh among the others. For the and designed a water tank with the past 14 years, I have this one song help of locals. I had also done from the movie Bazaar called ‘Phir research on water and soil conser- chiddi raat’ as a caller tune to my vation and after passing out in 1990, personal number. People calling me started working on water develop- FOR HELPING PEOPLE can often be heard humming the ment projects by visiting places like tune even after I answer the phone. Ralegan Siddhi. This motivated me From being an engineer who showed a keen interest in social causes to becoming a widely known police The song was a great composition to take up my first job on October of the recently demised music 2 as a project officer at the Centre personality globally, Mahesh Bhagwat, IPS, Commissioner of Rachakonda Police, is the epitome of a self- director, Khayyam. for Development Studies and made man. The son of two primary school teachers in Ahmednagar of Maharashtra, young Bhagwat had a Activities in Pune. During my two Proud father of two... years there as a rural development liking for arts and crafts and has taken part in several leadership activities during his early years. Rated an officer, I started preparing for my I am a proud father of two daugh- civils. In 1993, I quit my job, went ‘outstanding' student at the National Police Academy, he has taught youngsters how to crack interviews ters. While one aspires to excel in to Mumbai and started taking Genetics, the other wants to take up coaching at SIAC (State Institute for and has dabbled in all things possible. Excerpts from an interview with NAVEEN KUMAR Humanity. I have grown up with Administrative Careers). But four three sisters and all of them are months later, I had to discon- Dr K.K. Jha, a renowned his- in Hyderabad in 1997. After my them. In 2017, I received teachers who are educating and tinue and take up a job at tory professor who taught us service at Manipur, I was trans- Trafficking in Person Report Hero shaping young minds. I am happy TELCO as my father at the academy, who had ferred to AP and got married to award from the US Department of with both my personal and retired. written that I had the Sunita in 1998, an Indian Forest state, announced on June 27, 2017 professional life at the moment and potential to crack the exams Service cadet, 1996 batch, and is at Washington DC and was fea- enjoy being helpful to the society by citing examples of pre- now the commissioner of TS tured in the top 100 most influen- and my family in every way I can. Ramesh Tendulkar vious toppers who had aced tourism. The following years had tial leaders for anti-trafficking It has been a great journey and I’m taught Marathi the IAS. Interestingly, I was me being transferred a lot within from Canada-based Ascent in the glad to be a part of so many lives. also fond of Ramesh the state with several major same year. The latest one I received literature... Tendulkar, cricketer achievements and promotions in 2018 is a Civil and Human Though Sachin Tendulkar’s along the way. Rights Award in individual catego- WhatsApp mentoring… TELCO paid father, who taught ry from IACP, USA for saving chil- well and as me Marathi litera- dren working as child labourers in It is difficult to maintain work-life community ture. It was a turning ‘Noteworthy’ pursuit… Odisha brick kilns. balance but I like helping out as engineer, I point for me as after The first time fake currency notes many candidates as I can. I have got to work the letter, I made waves was in 1999 and I was been mentoring young aspirants for on village resigned, gave the the investigating officer. The first Literally an UPSC exams. Through WhatsApp develop- exam, cleared it racket was unearthed in ‘outstanding student' alone, I have mentored 400-500 ment, build- in my first Nizamabad and the second was in Chief of Police, USA for commu- at National Police candidates from Maharashtra, ing school attempt in 1995 Eluru where we caught Rs 28 lakh APJ Abdul Kalam sir nity policing project Police Telangana, Andhra Pradesh and buildings etc, and was selected coming in from Goa, Karnataka Meekosam (Police for you) in Academy… Kerala, who got selected. I also pro- my mind was in the IPS. and other states. Following my asked about naxals… naxal affected Adilabad district. In vide coaching for Indian Forest always in involvement, I started receiving 2006, I received Weber Savvy Law During my probation period at the Service exams and recently, have civils. While anonymous letters from the pub- In 2004, I met APJ Abdul Kalam enforcement award and Civil NPA (National Police Academy), successfully mentored close to 40 preparing in Married lic, asking me to reopen cases by sir at Begumpet Airport where he Rights award from International the Assistant Director of Law was candidates for interviews to crack Mumbai, I had probing new angles. They also asked me about my methods for Association of Chief of Police, USA our teacher and he had conduct- the Central Armed Police Forces paid extra atten- to an IFS provided me with clues. I fol- fighting Naxals and shared tips on for anti-trafficking project Aasara ed an internal test for the Indian (CAPF) recruitment examination tion to history and officer… lowed up on the letters and noticed how we could implement the same in Nalgonda. The opera- Evidence Act subject. Post the test, conducted by the UPSC. My other Marathi literature that many cases had gone undetect- in other areas. The same year, I tion focused on rescu- my friend and I were discussing interests include following Marathi and did fairly In 1996, I joined ed due to lack of evidence. Several won the Community Policing ing trafficked vic- the paper when the teacher mis- literature, organising cultural pro- well. While work- IAS training centre in cases, including decade old ones, award and Homeland Security tims from prosti- took it for talking and sent us out grammes and working for the ing in TELCO, I Mussoorie and came were cracked with the help of the Special Honour from tution and of the class. Meanwhile, he evalu- cause of women and children in the received a letter from to the police academy public back then. International Association of rehabilitating ated the papers and I was the high- state.

Quick bites n Three words that describe you — Activist-turned- bureaucrat n Favourite spot — Love my work and the workplace n One thing that annoys me — Double standard n Favourite book — Shiv Khera's collection of self help books n Number of countries travelled — Nine n Big fan of — Marathi theatre and Marathi film Helped a top Naxal turn teacher… industry n 2002, when I was posted at n Person who inspired you Adilabad, a top naxal leader surren- — My late mother who i dered before us and asked us to let was my teacher, who laid a him pursue his engineering course he had discontinued in 1998. When we strong foundation for me checked with the management, I was asked n Thing I'm most scared of to give a written guarantee as they were not — Water, as I am not willing to take him back given his history. good at swimming The person then went on to finish his n One item/gadget you BTech and MTech too. Fast-forward to cannot live without — My 2017, I went to visit an engineering college mobile, of course in Rachakonda and the same man came running towards me and asked if I remem- n Strengths — Basic core bered him. I was happy to know that the values, ability to say no person who had asked for a second chance when I want to is now a teacher.

esearchers have found that e-cigarette usage r may impair fertility VAPING MAY HARM Ramya Krishna to don and pregnancy out- comes in young women. Many young and pregnant women are using e-cigarettes FERTILITY IN YOUNG WOMEN as a safer alternative to smok- Jayalalithaa’s role for biopic ing, but little is known about whether e-cigarette expo- its effects on fertility and sure impairs fertility and off- he first look poster of pregnancy outcomes. spring health. the web series on late "We found that e-cigarette After exposure to e-ciga- t Tamil Nadu Chief usage prior to conception rette vapour, female mice Minister J Jayalalithaa significantly delayed implan- showed decreased embryo directed by Gautham Menon tation of a fertilized embryo implantation and a signifi- is out. Titled Queen, Ramya to the uterus, thus delaying cant delay in the onset of Krishnan will be essaying and reducing fertility (in pregnancy. Female offspring Jayalalithaa's role in this mice)," said study author exposed to e-cigarettes in biopic. The first look features Kathleen Caron from the utero also failed to gain as a capture of Ramya Krishnan University of North Carolina. much weight as those of as Jayalalithaa, in a white "We also discovered that e- control mice. saree with a black and red cigarette usage throughout "These findings are impor- border. The web series will be pregnancy changed the long- tant because they change streaming on OTT platform term health and metabolism our views on the perceived Mx Player and Gautham of female offspring - impart- safety of e-cigarettes as alter- Menon has directed the first ing lifelong, second-genera- natives to traditional ciga- season which will have 11 tion effects on the growing rettes before and during episodes. It has been co- foetus," Caron added. pregnancy," Caron added. directed by Prasath For the study published in E-cigarettes are driving Murugesan of Kidari fame the Journal of the Endocrine increases in tobacco product and was written by Gautham Society, the researchers used use among youth, researchers Menon's partner Reshma a mouse model to examine noted. Ghatala. HYDERABAD | SUNDAY | SEPTEMBER 8, 2019 money 10

CAPSULE RS 100 LAKH CR INVESTMENT BY 2024-2025 Modi launches BEML-built Finance Minister task coach for Mumbai Metro force to pick infra projects

PTI n MUMBAI PTI n NEW DELHI KMRCL starts Further, it has distribution of Prime Minister Narendra The government on Saturday been asked to list Modi Saturday launched an said it has constituted a high- the projects that compensation indigenously-built metro coach level task force to identify to be used by the upcoming infrastructure projects for Rs can be included in cheques Mumbai metro network. The 100 lakh crore investment by the pipeline for KOLKATA: Authorities of coach, the first in the list of 500 2024-25 as India aims to each of the Kolkata Metro Rail Corporation to be delivered to the Mumbai become a USD 5 trillion econ- Limited (KMRCL) on Saturday Metro Rail Corporation, has omy. remaining five started the distribution of been built by Bharat Earth The task force, headed by years between cheques to compensate the Movers (BEML) at its the economic affairs secre- fiscals 2021-25 affected families whose Bengaluru facility in flat 75 tary, will draw up a 'National houses have been damaged by days. Infrastructure Pipeline' of Rs tunneling work at Bowbazar Accompanied by state chief 100 lakh crore, the finance area for its east west corridor. minister Devendra Fadnavis, ministry said in a statement. To achieve the target of "To implement an infra- Cheques of Rs five lakh were Modi launched the coach. This would include green- scaling India's GDP to USD 5 structure program of this scale, handed over 19 affected It can be noted that the field and brownfield projects trillion by 2024-25, the coun- it is important that projects are families in the first phase, financial capital is catching up costing above Rs 100 crore try needs to spend about USD adequately prepared and KMRCL official said. with the national Capital after each. The task force will com- 1.4 trillion (Rs 100 lakh crore) launched," the ministry said, The buildings have developed decades in modern public prise secretaries from different from the fiscal 2019-20 to adding that in pursuance of cracks and several of them transport and is pumping in ministries, other senior offi- 2024-25 on infrastructure, it this an annual infrastructure collapsed and the affected over Rs 1.2 lakh crore to The Prime Minister, Narendra Modi inaugurating a state-of-the-art Metro coach, the first metro coach under Make in India, in cials and Niti Aayog CEO. It added. pipeline would be developed. families have been put up in build 14 metro corridors Mumbai, Maharashtra on Saturday. The Governor of Maharashtra, Bhagat Singh Koshyari, and the Chief Minister of will identify technically feasi- In the past decade (fiscal "To achieve this task, a Task nearby hotels by the stretching 337-km over the Maharashtra, Devendra Fadnavis, are also seen. ble and financially/ economi- 2008-17), India invested about Force under the chairman- authorities. "We have next decade. cally viable infrastructure pro- USD 1.1 trillion on infra- ship of Secretary (DEA) has distributed compensation Metropolitan commissioner Bhavan at the Aarey Colony, mounting public criticism. The control centre for the pro- jects that can be initiated in structure. been constituted by Union cheques to 19 families after RA Rajeev was seen explaining one of the two large green belts metro headquarters will be posed 14 metro lines in and 2019-20. The challenge is to step-up Finance Minister to draw up a conducting all kinds of how the new coach will enable of the megaplois, against the integrated operations and around Mumbai. Further, it has been asked to annual infrastructure invest- National Infrastructure verification and due commuters to travel along with list the projects that can be ment so that lack of infra- Pipeline for each of the years certification by Kolkata their bicycles to the destina- included in the pipeline for structure does not become a from FY 2019-20 to FY 2024- Municipal Corporation (KMC)", tions, as is seen in the cities of each of the remaining five binding constraint on the 25," it said. the official said. "So far 65 to the developed world. Modi opens maiden industrial years between fiscals 2021- growth of the Indian economy, As per the terms of reference 70 families have been affected During his visit, which 25. the ministry said. (ToR) of the task force, it has and around 64 to 65 buildings comes ahead of the assembly greenfield smart city in Aurangabad The task force, constituted Prime Minister Narendra also been asked to estimate have been affected as per the polls, the dates for which is by Finance Minister Nirmala Modi in his Independence annual infrastructure invest- latest count," he said. He said awaited anytime now, Modi PTI n AURANGABAD Sitharaman, will submit its Day speech had said that Rs ment/capital costs, guide min- that from Monday the will also be laying the founda- report on the pipeline for 100 lakh crore would be invest- istries in identifying appropri- compensation money would tion for three more metro Prime Minister Narendra 2019-20 by October 31, 2019 ed on infrastructure over the ate sources of financing and be directly transferred to the lines entailing a length of over Modi Saturday inaugurated and on the indicative pipeline next five years. These will suggest measures to monitor bank accounts of the affected 42 km and to be built at an the 10,000-acre Aurangabad for 2021-25 by December- include social and economic the projects to minimise cost families by NEFT/RTGS. On investment of over Rs 19,000 Industrial City (AURIC), the end, the ministry said. infrastructure projects. and time overruns. August 31 the tunnel boring crore. country's first greenfield indus- machine used by KMRCL for These three new lines take trial smart city and part of the underground excavation for the total number of metro upcoming Delhi-Mumbai the east-west corridor hit an lines to 14 across the Mumbai industrial corridor, near here. SBP to invest acquifer resulting in water and metropolitan region. He also inaugurated the IDFC Securities to silt to gush out causing The new corridors are the Auric Hall, a six-storey build- Rs 730 cr in flooding and cave-ins. 9.2-km Gaimukh-Shivaji ing which will be both mon- PM Modi interacts with women of Self-Help Groups in Aurangabad Chowk (Mira Road) metro-10; itoring and administrative identify strategic Himachal the 12.8-km Wadala-CST nerve centre for smart city, The city in the backward Delhi Mumbai industrial cor- metro-11; and the 20.7-km and launched the Auric chat- Marathwada region is billed as ridor, where the government projects Kalyan-Taloja metro-12 corri- bot that will help anyone get the country's first greenfield is attempting to fasten up options for CDEL PTI n NEW DELHI dor. their problems addressed by industrial smart city, which has industrial growth between two Modi will also lay founda- the city administration. been developed as part of the of the nation's biggest cities. PTI n NEW DELHI Punjab-based realty firm SBP tion for the 32-storey Metro Group has signed agreements Cafe chain operator Coffee with the Himachal Pradesh Varun Beverages Day Enterprises on Saturday government to invest Rs 730 raises Rs 899.99 cr announced appointment of crore for developing housing Shilpa Medicare GoHive starts IDFC Securities as an advisor and commercial projects in via QIP Goodricke to identify strategic options the hilly state. NEW DELHI: PepsiCo India's gets 2 USFDA Gurugram and advise it on refinancing of SBP Group has signed bottling partner Varun existing debt. memorandums of under- Beverages on Saturday said it observations plans three tea working centre Strategic options include standing (MoUs) with the has raised Re 899.99 crore divestment of stake in Coffee Himachal Pradesh govern- through qualified institutional from TS facility PTI n NEW DELHI Day Global and other group ment to invest Rs 730 crore in placement (QIP). "The QIP company, according to a reg- CDEL and its subsidiaries. the Himalayan state, the real- Committee at its meeting... PTI n NEW DELHI lounges this year Co-working startup GoHive ulatory filing by the company. Cafe Coffee Day ty firm said in a statement. approved the allotment of has started its eighth centre in "The company in its meet- chain of coffee houses, oper- The MoUs were signed 1,47,05,882 equity shares to Drug firm Shilpa Medicare PTI n KOLKATA Both the lounges Gurugram, Haryana with ing of the executive commit- ated by CDEL, has around during the investors' meet the eligible qualified on Saturday said it has capacity of more than 400 tee has appointed IDFC secu- 1,700 outlets across India. The held recently in Chandigarh, institutional buyers at issue received two observations Sterling company Goodricke will be opened this seats spread over 20,000 sq ft. rities as the advisor of com- company has been in trouble it added. price of Rs 612 per equity from the US health regulator Group plans to open three tea year. The third one The new centre, located in pany and its subsidiaries for after its founder VG As per the MoUs, SBP share...aggregating to Rs for its Telangana facility. lounges in the current year will be at its Thurbo garden Paras Trinity project on Golf identifying the strategic Siddhartha took his own life as Group will invest Rs 630 899.99 crore," Varun The US Food and Drug taking the total number to six, near Mirik lake in Darjeeling Course Extension Road, will options for Coffee Day debt strains began to emerge crore for building residential Beverages said in a regulatory Administration (USFDA) an official said. district of the state offer office space for startups, Enterprises Ltd (CDEL) in his company. projects in Mandi, Solan and filing. The company said the inspected the company's fin- Out of the three to be ATUL ASTHANA young enterprises and profes- including divestment of its Since Siddhartha's death, Shimla and another Rs 100 QIP issue opened on ished dosage formulation facil- opened this year, two will be sionals. All its eight centres are holding in Coffee Day Global Coffee Day Enterprises has crore for a resort/hotel with September 3, 2019 and closed ity located at Pharmaceutical in collaboration with Tea MD of Goodricke Group in the national capital region. Ltd and any other group com- been trying to divest its assets 120 rooms in Shimla, the on September 6, 2019.Earlier Formulations SEZ, APIIC, Board which would give the The new co-working centre is pany (other than SICAL to pare its debts. statement said. this year, Varun Beverages Jadcherla (Telangana state) space. tion is narrowing. The cost of spread over a carpet area of Logistics Ltd)," Coffee Day Recently, CDEL's board SBP Group MD Aman announced plans to acquire from August 29 to September "We are planning to make production is increasing but 20,000 sq feet with more than Enterprises said in a regulato- approved selling its Global Singla and VP Raman Singla PepsiCo's franchise rights in 6, 2019, Shilpa Medicare said tea lounge business a new prices are not rising", he said. 400 workstations, the compa- ry filing. Village Tech Park in Bengaluru said the company is expand- southern and western India. in a filing to the BSE. vertical for the company, the According to him, the per ny said in a statement. Last IDFC Securities would also to Blackstone to help bring ing its presence in Himachal other one being produc- capita consumption of month, GoHive had raised Rs advise on refinancing of exist- down its borrowings. The deal Pradesh after establishing a tion", MD of Goodricke tea in the country is 2.5 crore from investors to ing debt and raising addi- is expected to raise up to Rs strong customer base with Group Atul Asthana only 780 gms, expand its operations. tional facilities to repay debt in 3,000 crore for CDEL. multiple projects in Punjab. told PTI. which is very lit- States’ growth key to He said that Tea tle. Board would pro- "If per capita vide the space at its consumption head office in Kolkata rises by at least 30 Oilmeal exports drop 73 pc in Aug at 98,871 tonnes make India US $ 5 tn and at its tea centre in gms, then it will Mumbai. have a huge beneficial PTI n NEW DELHI 188,040 tonnes in the corre- "Both the lounges will be impact on the tea industry", sponding period of the previous opened this year. The third he said. Exports of oilmeals fell by 73 year. Soyabean meals exports economy: Niti CEO one will be at its Thurbo gar- The prime idea behind set- per cent in August at 98,871 fell to 265,409 tonnes from den near Mirik lake in ting up of these lounges is to tonnes on account of higher 371,769 tonnes, while ship- PTI n NEW DELHI Darjeeling district of the state", promote drinking of tea, he domestic prices of soyabean ments of rapeseed meals he added. said. meal, industry data showed. declined to 414,805 tonnes States will have to become key Presently, the company has About the outlook of the According to data compiled from 565,007 tonnes. agents of growth to help three lounges, one in industry, he said "it is not by the Solvent Extractors' During April-August 2019, achieve India's target of Darjeeling and two in Madhya good". Association of India (SEA), the declined to 10,16,682 tonnes as the domestic oilmeal expensive Vietnam imported 147,869 becoming a USD 5 trillion Pradesh. Banks are not giving work- export of oilmeals during August compared to 13,26,626 tonnes in in international markets com- tonnes of oilmeals as against economy, Niti Aayog Chief Asthana said that tea pro- ing capital to the tea compa- 2019 stood at 98,871 tonnes, April-August 2018. pared to other origins," SEA 265,699 tonnes in the year-ago Executive Officer Amitabh duction is the mainstay of the nies as they are scared since compared to 359,752 tonnes in "This is mainly due to high- said in a statement. period, while South Korea Kant said on Saturday. company's business, but prof- rating agencies have down- the same month last year. er price of domestic produce Exports of castor seed meal imported 398,048 tonnes of Speaking at an event organ- itability is falling. graded them, barring a few, The overall export of oilmeals soybean meal, thanks to high- increased to 247,820 tonnes oilmeals compared to 431,084 ised here by industry chamber ...therefore, our "Profitability in tea produc- Asthana added. during April-August 2019 er MSP of soybean. This made during April-August 2019 from tonnes earlier. PHDCCI, Kant said states have to work together and challenge really learn from each other to rad- is that it will not ically transform India. be possible for India to Kant said one of the things achieve this till states do Boeing suspends testing of long-haul 777X aircraft which Prime Minister not aim to double and Narendra Modi has been PTI n NEW YORK focusing on in recent times is triple their GDPs. And The suspension of testing comes as the target of becoming a USD this would require major Boeing has suspended testing Boeing is in the process of 5 trillion economy by 2024 structural reforms and on its new long-haul 777X air- and subsequently a USD 10 structural reforms over a craft, the company said Friday, completing changes required by trillion economy by 2030. vast range of sectors a setback that comes as it bat- regulators to lift a flight ban on the "...therefore, our challenge tles to rebound from the crisis really is that it will not be pos- —AMITABH KANT surrounding the 737 MAX. 737 MAX after two crashes that sible for India to achieve this Niti Aayog Chief Executive Officer The so-called "final load" resulted in 346 deaths till states do not aim to dou- tests are part of the aircraft cer- ble and triple their GDPs. eral steps to make India a USD tification process, overseen by And this would require major 5 trillion economy over the inspectors from the Federal al testing of aircraft, the agency flight this summer. structural reforms and struc- next few years. Aviation Administration said. That date has been post- tural reforms over a vast range PHD Chamber of (FAA), and meant to subject the The suspension of testing poned until early 2020 by of sectors," he said. Commerce and Industry plane to "loads and stresses well comes as Boeing is in the Boeing, due to problems with He underlined sectors like (PHDCCI) organised the beyond normal operational process of completing changes its General Electric engine. agriculture and labour where 'States' Policy Conclave 2019' loads," a Boeing spokesman required by regulators to lift a The aircraft, which can carry structural reforms are conceptualised with the mis- told AFP in an email. flight ban on the 737 MAX 400 to 425 passengers, has required.The current size of sion of empowering states to "During final load testing on "The testing conditions were root cause." Such an occurrence is rare after two crashes that resulted already been ordered by eight the Indian economy is esti- strengthen India's federal the 777X static test airplane, the well beyond any load expected A source close to the matter during final load testing, an in 346 deaths. airlines, including Emirates. mated at USD 2.7 trillion. structure of governance and team encountered an issue that in commercial service. The who spoke on condition of industry source said. It's also a new blow for the It is meant to compete with The central government has contribute in making India a required suspension of the event is under review and the anonymity said a door of the The FAA investigates issues 777X, which was originally the A350 of European manu- announced and initiated sev- USD 5 trillion economy. test," the spokesman said. team is working to understand plane blew out during the test. that come up during structur- scheduled to take off on its first facturer Airbus. sunday magazine Hyderabad, September 8, 2019

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FROM THE INSIDE The mountain escape Karma is in your hands The quaint village of Parvada in All wilful actions get imprinted in our Uttarakhand makes for a quick memory as thought-seeds, carrying the getaway for those in north India 12 14 potential to play out in due time

Smart cities of the future should view the community as the stakeholder of the city. What they need is an urban plan that is a result of different stimulus, such as climatic and local conditions, financial forces and community engagement ccording to the Ministry of Urban gists and innovators to create a holistic out- nerstone of smart cities, especially while imple- green building market in India is expected to Development (2013), cities accom- come. They must design infrastructure that is menting a mobility plan. Los Angeles, which is double at 10 billion square ft, valued at around modate nearly 31% of India’s cur- sustainable and in sync with the ecosystem. one of the most congested cities in the world, is USD 35-50 billion. This is not all, according to rent population and contribute 63% In the current scenario, absence of certain already analysing real-time data feed from the data shared by IGBC, until 2017, more than of GDP (Census 2011). Urban areas aesthetics and futuristic approach is often sensors and cameras installed to notify the users 4300 buildings in the country accounted for Aare expected to house 40% of India’s population lamented. This could be because the realty of congestion and traffic signal malfunctions. utilising green technology. and contribute 75% of India’s GDP by 2030. trends show a heavy inclination towards a However, as technology keeps evolving and Green buildings optimise the use of recy- This requires comprehensive development of builder dominated thought behind construc- urbanisation keeps increasing, the challenge is cled greywater. Benefits of recycling wastewater physical, institutional, tion. The challenge for smart city architects is reinvention of street design and traffic infrastruc- include reduced use of freshwater, less strain on social and economic how to integrate strategies and solution for ture; coordination between traffic authorities and septic tanks, groundwater recharge, plant infrastructure. All are pedestrianisation and rejuvenation of public synchronisation with artificial intelligence. growth and reclamation of nutrients. Modern important in improving places without rebuilding the infrastructure. Urban planning in smart cities should focus day low flow plumbing fixtures come equipped the quality of life and For architects, smart cities ought to be per- on public places that provide room for socio- in green buildings. They conserve water but attracting people and ceived as self-evolving bazaars that aim to be cultural interaction and allow people to experi- also provide convenience and ease of mainte- investment, setting in net zero in water, energy and waste to landfill. A ence a city intimately. This can be done by reha- nance. They moderate the flow of water by motion a virtuous cycle design model with a socio-contextual approach bilitating waterways in the city as an alternative using aerators, which break the stream of the of growth and develop- needs to be derived from a combination of the transport network for cyclists and pedestrians. water into tiny streams so that air gets mixed ment. Development of environmental master plan and the carrying The Delhi nullahs have a network spreading 350 with it. They are used in faucets and shower- MANIT RASTOGI Smart Cities is a step in capacity of a city. Then, by taking a bottom-up kilometres with 20,000 branches, across 1750 heads. People use water lavishly when water that direction approach, design solutions can be introduced acres of land, leading to tributaries that connect flows in fixtures. Green buildings that use low- Smart cities mission was conceived by the within the existing infrastructure; retrofitting of to the Yamuna river. Morphogenesis’ revival flow plumbing utilise 30% less water than stan- Government of India in 2015 as a response to existing structure then can be done by upgrad- proposal initiative stemmed from the realisation dard flow. And this helps in water conservation address the numerous challenges that the ing the supporting infrastructure. that the city has stopped generating memories. and reduction of water bill. growth of urban population constitutes. The An example for this could be the upcoming These nullahs are 700 years old and were built Our approach should to be to utilise the mission aims at providing core infrastructure, a smart city, Aligarh, where street design is meant by the Tughlaq dynasty to provide water to wisdom of the past that is traditional Indian quality life to the citizens along with clean and to focus on providing expansive footpath path- Delhi’s old cities. Many of the city’s famous architecture, which has always been viewed as a sustainable environment, by utilising informa- way, shaded spaces and pause points. These archaeological sites are situated along the nullah response to paucity of resources of water and tion technology. pause points will consist of books and coffee network. The nullahs can naturally interlink energy. Today, environmentally sensitive archi- One of the key features of the upcoming shops. Multi-modal streets will be set-up these nodes and a historic route can be charted tecture is no longer a choice, or a “layer” that smart cities would be to provide walkable locali- through balanced allocation of space between through the rich heritage of this city. Currently, can be applied to the design of a building. ties for reducing congestion, air pollution, and the modes. They will help in increasing the car- these nullahs are an unhygienic drain, which Rather, it must be integral to the process of resource depletion, boost local economy, pro- rying capacity of a street; and this redistribution URBAN PLANNING IN pollute the environment. They can be rejuvenat- design, from concept to completion and to the mote interactions and ensure security. The road of space will offer safe, convenient and sustain- SMART CITIES ed by using a system of organic reed beds and entire lifecycle of the development. The need of networks that will be created would not only be able mobility options for both pedestrians and SHOULD FOCUS ON aerators to clean the sewage. A resurrected the hour are green buildings, and architects as for vehicles and public transport, but also for motorised vehicles. PUBLIC PLACES THAT waterway system in the city can improve the nation builders need to make a choice, either pedestrians and cyclists ((MoUD, 2013). By reducing the use of private cars, we’ll be PROVIDE ROOM FOR health of the public and marine life. continue as if it’s business as usual and face the Preserving and developing open spaces — able to increase space for public and commer- SOCIO-CULTURAL Heritage conservation can play a crucial consequences or start going green. parks, playgrounds, and recreational spaces — cial use. Green street designs in a smart city INTERACTION AND role in helping the local communities and reju- For successful execution of any strategy or in order to enhance the quality of life of citizens, should serve more people with the same space; ALLOW PEOPLE TO venating public places. Architects such as Ratish plan, community participation is crucial. reduce the urban heat effects in areas and pro- they should be viewed through the lens of EXPERIENCE A CITY Nanda, Projects Director of Aga Khan Trust for Residents need to view themselves as stakehold- mote eco-balance, will also be an area of focus. placemaking so that public spaces in the city INTIMATELY. THIS Culture, have done tremendous work through ers and take responsibility of their cities upon To achieve all of this, architects (as nation can promote people’s health, happiness, and CAN BE DONE BY the years in giving heritage sites such as Sunder themselves. Delhi’s Nizamuddin East is an builders) have a crucial role to play in the smart well-being. And utilising multi-modal streets Nursery (Central Park, New Delhi), a facelift. example of how a community came together, city projects. An architect is the one with the will help us achieve that. Furthermore, by reju- REHABILITATING They’ve recently started working on reviving the took the initiative themselves to set-up water vision and has a much more responsible role to venating lakes and water bodies, and making WATERWAYS IN THE original function of baolis, that is water harvest- harvesting facilities in the colony to address play as compared to a builder/developer. While the existing temple the focal point will enhance CITY AS AN ing, in the Arab ki Sarai complex of Humayun’s water shortage problems. The community mem- a builder invests money in buying the land, community engagement and wellbeing. ALTERNATIVE Tomb. Furthermore, conservation of heritage bers were able to install 17 structures in parks, developing it and selling it for monetary gain, it Smart city architects should also address the TRANSPORT sites help in providing a sense of identity; they which are regularly cleaned and maintained. is the architect who envisions the city from a mobility and accessibility needs of the different- NETWORK FOR help to bring communities together through a Smart cities of the future should view the micro to a macro level. While designing, the ly-abled. For example, in Jerusalem, architects CYCLISTS AND shared understanding of history and culture. community as the stakeholder of the city. They architects must respond to varied climates, cul- took the initiative to make the city wheelchair PEDESTRIANS Current water scarcity and flash flood crisis require more than just utilisation of technology. tures and typology; and understand every busi- friendly. The renovation project involved indicate that smart cities will need smart water What they need is an urban plan that is a result ness. Architects working on smart cities should evening out paved streets, ramps, inclines and management. Architects as authors of cities of different stimulus such as climatic conditions, be able to unite teams across urban local bodies. hand bars. This was further complimented by need to focus on green buildings. Over the financial forces, urbanisation, local conditions, They should be able to bring together public accessible fleet of buses, wheelchair specifica- years, green buildings have proved to be effec- technologies, and most of all, community and private stakeholders within the ecosystem; tions for all taxis and easy access to toilets. tive in dealing with pollution problems, waste engagement. integrate the needs of policymakers, technolo- Artificial intelligence is going to be the cor- generation and environmental degradation. The The writer is an architect by profession sunday magazine MUKTESHWAR, FORMERLY KNOWN AS MUKTESAR, REMAINED IN THE HOLLOWS UNTIL 1893 AND WAS ONLY travel 12 KNOWN FOR ITS ANCIENT TEMPLES Hyderabad, September 8, 2019

THE MOUNTAIN ESCAPE nearby, that was once frequented by bears), Kainchi Dhaam or even The quaint village of Parvada in older over 2,500 year old cluster of temples at Jageshwar. You can well Uttarakhand makes for a quick plan your itinerary to cover one or two places a day. For those, like me craving for getaway and a perfect escape for a slow life for a quick recharge, I’d suggest spend more time walking around the place or interacting with those seeking slow life. No fancy the locals. The high point of my stay was an afternoon of interaction resorts here, just a quiet homestay. with ‘Seekho’ ladies. FROM LEARNING TO NAVNEET MENDIRATTA returns to SELF-SUSTENANCE ‘Seekho’, I learnt during my stay there, is an endeavour by the home- the city recharged stay owners to share vocational skills with the local women so they learn something new as vocation. he early morning hustle is just the title to this village. It’s the Interestingly, the area is known for real — especially, when ideal escape and you’d know why several organised non-government you have to catch an early once you are here. groups encouraging the locals to train from one of the busy create small businesses that make stations in Delhi. No mat- A VILLAGE CALLED PARVADA organic and sustainable products for Tter how well ahead you plan to get About 20 km from Ramgarh and only consumption. Kilmora has emerged there, the traffic snarl right before the 10 km from Mukteshwar, Parvada as one big small business put togeth- station has often had many scram- makes for a great offbeat destination, er by women who make organic ble on foot to make sure they don’t falling in the south Gola range in bath and beauty products; sell miss their train. I have been lucky so Uttarakhand, India. As most other organic produce, woolen weaves and far. Never mind, if that means I make stations in the hill state, popular for food products. it to my reserved seat in the train short breaks because of their proxim- On the same lines, ‘Seekho’ barely two minutes before it departs ity to this over-crowded mad city, find encourages women from the village the station! themselves bursting at the seams for to come together and learn new Well, Delhi has been particular- trying to accommodate the visiting designs in knitting and embroideries ly lucky this year to be a recipient of and the native population, here is a so they can create avenues for addi- a good monsoon spell. And hills of quiet little place with roads that tional incomes to the family. The Uttarakhand have lapped up the rain, don’t irritate you with blaring horns studies, children have to move to big- to Sanjay and Vasudha Sondhi, ki kheer, Bhatt ki daal, pahadi raita owners of the homestay, help them often flooding, but only to emerge and expanse that is not dotted with ger towns and cities,” he tells me. Parvada Bungalows turned homestay and bhaang jeera ki chutney, served sell their wares by setting up a haat greener and cleaner. The mood set colonies of new holiday homes for There is a clear pride in political on the popular demand of the cou- with buransh ka sharbat (stocked (pop-up market) from time to time by the flaming red buransh (or city slickers. awareness about the locals of Parvada. IT IS A ple’s friends. “It was a choice between from earlier summer) on the side, the and promoting the items for corpo- rhododendrons) that bloomed well Trilok, my driver, is a native from They like to make active decisions NO-POLYTHENE having a nicely aired, lived in place lunch worked as the fastest way to slip rate gifting. It was fascinating to see into the summer, is only enhanced the village. He takes the road less trav- regarding the welfare of the village open to people looking for a quiet into slow life. I clearly was not mov- Carron, the manager at the by the vibrancy of the present lush elled to reach the village. Except for and Panchayat is a positive force here. VILLAGE AND stay; Or a holiday home with a care- ing after this! Bungalows guide the women to green of the hills. The escape from an occasional public transport, there The villagers are hardworking, friend- PEOPLE ARE taker in place — we chose the former”, learn a new design between gossip the city life is worth every bit of fresh was not much traffic along the route. ly, organised and cleanliness freaks, shares Sanjay. MOVING AROUND and singing session. cool air and purity of the surrounds. The village houses are scattered he tells me. It is a no-polythene space PROUD TO The homestay has three cottages Left to me, I really would not budge After a long time, I too found Thank goodness for the proximity of down the hillside, surrounded by here and people are proud to extend EXTEND SUPPORT and two duplex rooms, other than a from a place like this. Except, of myself struggling to hand-knit a this city to allow for quick getaways! farm lands. Step farming makes the support to green movement. Most well furnished library and a yoga course, to explore the village, make cable pattern for a scarf with help Post a six hour journey via area look prettier if not less. Groups work as farmers or run taxis to sup- TO GREEN room. My room faced the little tem- friends with the locals or just from a shy 18-year old who just fin- Shatabdi (to Kathgodam) and two of chattering school girls visibly port their families and are mostly MOVEMENT. MOST ple at the entrance and the view perch at a quiet spot with a good ished her class 10. There was an and hour onward by road, I find happy to head home make us slow content with what they are doing. extended to the village across the view and book in my hand. You unmistakable pride in her eyes as she myself in a quiet little hamlet, called down from time to time. They seem WORK AS road. Honeyed sunlight beamed really don’t get to hear the bird song subtly showed off her skill and speed Parvada in Uttarakhand, and a beau- surprised at the sight of a vehicle, but THE RED AND GREEN BUNGALOW FARMERS OR RUN brightly through the glass windows, much these days. at the task at hand. tiful homestay named after the vil- they couldn’t really care less. Before I realise, I am at Parvada tempting me to give everything up But to those who want to ven- Like many others, I promise to lage. The village to its credit holds the “This road is used only by the Bungalows, a quiet little homestay TAXIS TO and park myself on the easy chair ture a little farther, there is the visit practice the new learning to perfec- title of “Adarsh Gaon” from the state. locals, that is people from nearby vil- along the road in Parvada a little short with a book. Hunger got better of me to the over 350-year-old Shiva tion once back. I don’t know how true The name may not ring a bell to lages only,” Trilok’s voice breaks into of Kasia Lekh near Mukteshwar. SUPPORT THEIR and I found myself in the dining with- temple called Mukteshwar dhaam, I would stay to that, but I’m back in most, but the villagers take great my reverie and puts their astonish- Surrounded by budding orchard FAMILIES in 10 minutes of my getting there! a hike through the IVRI (Indian the city, fresh with the dose of pride in sharing their accolades with ment in perspective. “We have a good with apple, plum and apricot trees, it’s Homestyle Kumaoni thaali was Veterinary Research Institute), visit Vitamin green and energy recharge. you. There is, however, more than school in the village, but for higher a quiet little retreat. Meant to be home treat to have. Complete with Jhingora to Baalugaad Falls (a robust stream The place has worked its magic. Baby on board: A mother’s guide When travelling with a little one, you can never be truly prepared for what would actually happen, says a frequent traveller-mom, AAKANKSHA BHARGAVA, as she hands out tips on how to make the experience comfortable for you and the baby

eing a mother comes in with a lot of PLAN THE FLIGHT TIMINGS AROUND YOUR BREASTFEEDING IS THE KEY of everything you might need. However, pack responsibilities, add to that being a full- BABY’S SLEEP SCHEDULE I feel there is a lot of stigma attached to smart. At the beginning, it becomes very diffi- Bfledged entrepreneur handling one of the Hands down one of the most crucial tips breastfeeding in the public. However, if there is cult to judge how much would be enough, but most erratic and unorganised service business out there is planning your flights keeping your this one thing which is essential for a child then one good place to start is by understanding and in the country and you can imagine the intensi- baby’s sleep schedule in mind. When you are it is being breastfed. Not only is breast milk learning from your child’s pattern. And then ty of work, time, serious commitment and men- first travelling with toddlers it important for important for a child’s growth but it also helps add two to four sets from the usual utility to be tal presence required to being both a mother them to sleep through the journey to avoid soothe and calm the baby on long flights. If safe during travels. and an entrepreneur. being cranky. your toddler is older, you could choose to carry Relocations being an exciting industry often his/her favourite fruit/food on the go. Having a PREPARE THE BABY BEFORE THE FLIGHT gives one the opportunity to move around the CARRY HER COMFORT TOY/FOOD/ITEM TO well fed/hydrated baby helps them to be happy Which means that cleaning and changing world, explore new service process and bring in MAKE THEM COMFORTABLE during flights. diapers just before boarding the flight is essen- new industry knowledge from around the world. It’s important to always keep your baby’s tial to save yourself from those smelly/wet situ- Not just this, I am an ardent traveller who loves comfort toy/food/item with you. Whenever we IT’S IMPORTANT TO FOLLOW ations while on the flight. While travelling it’s to take time out from my business schedule to were travelling, the two things which have THE DAILY ROUTINE important to be cautious and change the dia- enjoy, explore and catch the vibes of various accompanied us all those places were her A lot of new parents, feel they need to pers as wet diapers on long haul flights can places. At the start of my pregnancy, I was diag- stroller and her feeding pillow. Ever since the design/plan a new routine for the child to feel make the baby cranky and sore. nosed with a severe cervix issue and had to time she was just a day old, she has been accus- comfortable during flight and while travelling. undergo a mid-pregnancy surgery with a prog- tomed to her feeding pillow and hence always However, it actually has to be the opposite. I BOOK A CHILD-FRIENDLY HOTEL WITH nosis of being on complete bed rest without even found comfort in being wrapped with it. remember my doctor telling me during a fol- SPACIOUS ROOMS sitting up to work for the rest of my pregnancy! Carrying the same along with their favourite low-up that a child is as good as a grown up While travelling is one big challenge, stay- This situation led me to being extra cautious toys help them stay engrossed while at the and should be treated and taught like-wise. ing with a child outside your city/and country with my baby, Samaira. When Samaira was born hotel/places you visit. Toys also make in for a Hence, with Samaira, I have always followed can end up being a disaster if you don’t book last year, I knew I had to get back to work and similar play environment the child is used to. her same daily routines during her travels. This hotel rooms keeping your baby in mind. It soon travel for work since I had booked myself so far has helped me even during our trip to the important to feel free while moving around spe- for a conference in Goa. The reality of actually TAKE A COMFORTABLE STROLLER USA this last month. It’s also necessary to carry cially if you have a toddler which can crawl and travelling when she was just 4 months old slowly WITH YOU your baby’s towel, soaps and other utilities to walk. Small spaces and pulled-up furniture set- set-in. It was a daunting experience, not just One of the biggest agitators that can make avoid making them feel foreign in a new setup. ting in hotel rooms could be problematic for because you are travelling with a baby but also you stress is the absence of a comfortable your child. Hence, always opt for spacious because you can never truly be prepared for stroller. Having a comfortable stroller with STOCK UP ON EXTRA UTILITY rooms with child-friendly facilities. what would actually happen. ample of space for you to place things is essen- Parenthood is a very messy job. If you have After all these tours and flights, Samaira is After 36 flights, 18 trips and 6 countries, tial. A good stroller helps you walk with your a toddler then you know what I am talking not just my soul but my partner in every there have been countless experiences, reac- baby with ease. Not only will you be stress-free, about. Travelling with a baby can turn into a endeavour. We may not find success at every tions, precautions and hacks which have helped but you will also have all your important baby disaster specially if you are not carrying all the destination but I have promised to make the me and Samaira enjoy all those trips in such a stuff stashed at one place for those short/long right things with you. This doesn’t mean that journey worth it, always. short span of time. flights. you go on a paranoia and carry six or seven sets The writer is an entrepreneur 13 food Hyderabad Sunday September 8, 2019

Method: CALIFORNIA n In a large bowl grate paneer and mash it well. WALNUT n Add all the ingredi- ents to the mashed paneer and mix well PANEER to form a dough. n Roll the dough into CROQUETTE small size croquettes and set aside. n For the coating batter; Ingredients: mix all the coating ingredients except Paneer - 200 gms breadcrumbs into a Red bell peppers - bowl and add water to A NUTTY 200 gms form an even better. Yellow bell peppers - 200 n Dip the croquettes gms into the batter and Capsicum coat them with bread- Green chillies - 2-3 nos crumbs. Coriander - 3 tbps n Deep fry or air fry as Corn flour- 2 tbps per your choice and Flour - 2 tbps drain any access oil. Salt - 1 tsp n Garnish with lemon Black Pepper - 1/2 tsp wedge which and California Walnuts serve hot with fresh - 50 gms green chutney or AFFAIR! Lemon Wedge tomato chutney. MUSHROOM ON odaBottle Ingredients: OpenerWala, the quintessential KHAR WITH Floor - 400 gms Mawa - 500 gms S Bombay Irani Café CALIFORNIA Butter - 400 gms Baking powder - 5 gms and Bar, collabo- Icing sugar - 500 gms California Walnuts - rated with Milk - 250 ml 100 grams; 100 grams for California Walnuts to organ- WALNUTS Eggs - 10 garnish ise a workshop in its Vanilla essence - 1 capful Honey for Glaze Hyderabad outlet, showcas- Ingredients: ing some of the best recipes Mushroom - 100 gms Method: from Chef Anahita Dhondy Oil - 20 ml HONEY GLAZED CALIFORNIA with California Walnuts in Butter - 50 gms n Preheat oven to 180°C. them. Green chilly - 3 to 4 numbers n In a mixing bowl mix the Celebrity Chef Anahita California walnuts - 100 WALNUT MAWA CAKE butter and sugar. Dhondy demonstrated some gms (chopped) n Add eggs one by one. of the classic Irani Bakery Garlic - 50 gms (chopped) n Add the vanilla essence. recipes and a few from the Cheese sauce - 50 gms n In another bowl add SodaBottleOpenerWala Cream - 100 gms flour and baking powder. menu, with a unique twist by Salt and pepper as per Sieve and keep aside. adding California Walnuts in taste n Add the dry ingredients them. Khari biscuit - 10 slowly into the mixing The participants were seen Mushroom - bowl, folding it well full having a great time interact- 100 gms stop. ing with the chef. The Chef Oil - 20 ml n Add Mawa and milk to prepared iconic dishes like Butter - 50 gms this and mix it well then California Walnut Paneer Green chilly - 3 to 4 add California Walnuts. Croquette, Honey Glazed numbers n Once the batter is ready, California Walnut Mawa California walnuts - 100 pour it in cups. Cake, California Walnut gms (chopped) n Bake for 15 to 20 min- Nankhatai, Mushroom on Garlic - 50 gms (chopped) utes. Khari with California Cheese sauce - 50 gms n After taking it out of the Walnuts. The cooking work- Cream - 100 gms oven, glaze with honey shop highlighted the meth- Salt and pepper as per taste and top with roasted ods to prepare tasty cuisines Khari biscuit - 10 to 15 California Walnuts. using walnut. She also gave n Serve once cooled. useful cooking tips while METHOD: demonstrating the recipes. n Finely chop mushrooms, green chillies and garlic n In a pan add oil and butter n Toss the green chillies and garlic till they turn brown and aromatic n Add mushrooms, salt and pepper n Cook till the water evaporates. n Add cheese cream and cheese sauce. The famous Subbayya Gari Hotel is n Add trusted California walnuts and keep it A meal for the aside n When ready to plate, top the Khari biscuit famous for their tasty food and their with the mixture and bake with cheese on top n respectful interaction with customers, Garnish with coriander HEART AND writes V SATEESH REDDY

ir you have to It is important to note, Subbayya’s wait an hour to that these dishes are way. CALIFORNIA WALNUT get your meal, amazing, and while your According STOMACH S said G stomach understands its to Sreekanth, Sreekanth, the limits, the taste buds keep the hotel was NANKHATAI grandson of G demanding for more. originally start- My grandfather started Subbayya Gari Subbayya who started the After the desserts and ed as Sri Krishna Vilas, Hotel as a mess with 10 people in 1950 Ingredients: famous Subbayya Gari chutneys, they served but people started calling for only Rs 50 paisa. Later it became a Ghee - 250 gms Hotel in 1955 in white rice with three cur- it Subbayya Gari Hotel Flour - 250 gms Kakinada. The meal ries. In the end, they after witnessing his famous vegetarian spot in Godavari. We Gram flour - 62.5 gms begins with a serving of served buttermilk fol- respect for customers. treat our customers as our relatives. Our Semolina - 62.5 gms Perugu Vada on a banana lowed by a sweet pan. The Sreekanth informed that assistants and helpers give you a warm Icing sugar - 187.5 gms leaf, followed by three meal is a combination of almost every political welcome and they are happy for the Baking powder - 5 gms types of flavoured rice more than 30 items and leader and celebrity who California walnuts - 100 gms along with Munakkaya easily fulfils your appetite. comes to Kakinada used opportunity to serve you appetising— SREEKANTH, and curry. Before serving Sreekanth shares, “We to have lunch at this hotel. finger-licking food I try out new restaurants every METHOD: every item, the helpers have four outlets in He also mentioned that GRANDSON OF G SUBBAYYA make sure that you know Hyderabad — at their special Butta time I visit the city. This time I n Mix all the dry ingredients in a bowl. about the dish that you Kukatpally, Malakpet, Bhojanam is a lunch visited Dine-In where we got n Add ghee that is in room temperature and mix are eating, especially how Kondapur and Ameerpet. package that serves four a big single Thaali from all the ingredients till they are combined well they are made. The next We began our services in people and it is only and smooth. item was Vankaya Pakodi the city last year and we designed for takeaways. which everyone ate. I really n Let it sit in the fridge for 20 minutes. curry along with Papada. didn’t expect this much On a concluding note, enjoyed it. My favourite food n Rollout in 20 gram pieces, stuff with Aratikaya Bajji is deli- response. At every branch, Sreekanth said that they in Hyderabad is Khatti Dal California walnuts. cious and great to taste. we have more than 90 are planning to expand n Bake at 160°C for 12 to 15 minutes till they They served sweets varieties to serve people.” the same to Bengaluru. and Ghee rice, there is turn light brown and crack from the top. inspired by the tricolour The hotel ambience is The timings of the nothing that can replace it. n Serve once cool. flag, to add a patriotic great with wooden tables lunch and dinner are 12 flavour to the meals. and chairs, while the staff to 4 pm and 7 to 11 pm — CHEF ANAHITA N DHONDY He said, “My grandfa- wear green tees with their every day. Butta ther started Subbayya brand name printed on it. Bhojanam is priced at Gari Hotel as a mess with They always treat cus- `340 and the regular meal 10 people in 1950 for only tomers like their relatives at `250. `50 paisa. Later it became following their a famous vegetarian spot founder in Godavari. We treat our customers as our relatives. Our assistants and helpers give you a warm wel- come and they are happy for the oppor- tunity to serve you appetising and finger-licking food.” Next, they served various chutneys, pachadis, and podis along with the famous Kakinada Kaja. While serving these items, Sreekanth men- tioned that they make their chut- neys, pachadis and podis for quality. He also informed that any item would be served for as many times depending on the customer’s desire. sunday magazine JUDGEMENT CARD IS AN ALMOST UNIVERSALLY POSITIVE CARD tarot 14 THAT MOST READERS INTERPRET TO STAND FOR HOPE, RENEWAL, REDEMPTION AND ABSOLUTION Hyderabad, September 8, 2019

YOUR WEEK AHEAD MADHU KOTIYA

ARIES March 21-April 19 LEO July 23-Aug 22 SAGITTARIUS Nov 22-Dec 21 Tension, worry and depression might take a toll on Focus on balancing your chakras or your body, mind and Managing your stress levels is important in order to stay your health leaving you exhausted and under-confident. spirit. Meditation, pranayam and walk amidst nature in good health. It is best to face your problems up front. Learn to say no if the load is too much to handle. would work wonderfully well. The benefits from these are Ensure that you get enough rest and don’t indulge in bad Conscious relaxation is important for your body and far greater than any other effort that you make. On the practices, such as alcohol. If you require healing, ask for mind and it will help you to deal with the stress. On the work front, networking with new people, especially people it on both the literal and the spiritual levels. On the career career front, you will be appreciated for your skills. from another land, will be beneficial. This is the time for front, other people may not understand or support your Your communication will be good. Business owners cracking new business deals, signing new projects and new ideas or proposals. But if you know that you are may acquire a secure position in terms of wealth and assignments. Your hard work will be appreciated. Stars right, simply go ahead. You are enthusiastic, full of property. This is the right time to invest in property. seem to be favouring your creativity. Those in service can energy and want to put out your best. Others may not Those in service are likely to get support of their expect a raise/promotion. On the personal front, new react positively to your ideas. Leave your simplicity seniors, which will prove to be a stepping stone in your ideas and plans will help you renew your relations with behind, be smart and expressive. Rest of the things are career. On the personal front, you will reflect charm and the loved ones. Love is in the air and you are in full mood manageable and you are likely to handle them well. This positivity and win the heart of your partner. A new to express your feelings to the one you love. Singles may week, you are likely to be more romantic. Love at first relationship is on the cards. meet their sweetheart at one of the social gatherings. sight or one-sided love may only prove a waste of time.

Lucky number 10 Lucky number 9 Lucky number 22 Lucky colour Brown Lucky colour Orange Lucky colour Red Lucky day Tuesday Lucky day Saturday Lucky day Wednesday

TAURUS April 20-May 20 VIRGO Aug 23-Sep 22 CAPRICORN Dec 22-Jan 19 Take a break from your usual life. Slow down and relax. You will experience a wave of positivity and creativity this You are suppressing your emotions, and this will impact Ease your nerves, as there is no point in pushing yourself week. This will also be reflected in your personality. It is your body negatively. You need to be careful about how, when you are tired. It may cause illness and injury. an excellent time to flaunt your charm and enjoy the when, and where you vent your emotional reactions. Meditation is best for rejuvenation and will recharge your avenues that seem to be opening up. This feeling of Anything that reduces your stress level will be helpful. energy. This week take a short break. It will do wonders being complete, infused with energy and peace will And that could be a five-minute walk. Maintain a positive for your physical and mental well-being. On the career increase your efficiency. On the career front, you are outlook and stay calm and connected. Life otherwise is front, investment done in the past is coming to fruition confident and ready to face any challenges. You may gain good. On the career front, tension is foreseen. If this week. You will be reaping what you have sown. You success and attain accolades for your performance. experiencing stress, then talking to a friend or a work are in your senior’s good books and soon there will be Those in politics are in for a good phase and will see colleague will prove to be helpful. Those trying for a job rewards. You need to have patience. On the personal acceptance and implementation of their views. On the change, this is the right time. Only making plans will not front, you seem to be a bit confused. Those looking for personal front, this is a highly emotional time. Situations help, you need to get up and execute them. This week love, need to analyse their emotional issues and sort can quickly become heated. Take a break and treat your you may get the position you were aiming for a long them out. Your relationship will move into an easier and lover like a friend. Don’t be in a hurry to end or to begin time. It is a very positive time for you and an excellent more balanced phase when you are sure of yourself. a relationship. opportunity to strengthen relationships of all kinds.

Lucky number 3 Lucky number 19 Lucky number 13 Lucky colour Peach Lucky colour Sky Blue Lucky colour Blue Lucky day Wednesday Lucky day Friday Lucky day Thursday

GEMINI May 21-June 20 LIBRA Sep 23-Oct 22 AQUARIUS Jan 20-Feb 18 You need to keep your childlike side in check. Listen to This week you are determined to self-validate and believe This week you are overworked and exhausted. Reduce your body. Over-eating and starving are both bad for in yourself. You will be busy working towards a disease- the intake of nicotine or caffeine as it is harmful. Take health. Bring balance in your food habits. It will not free happy family. It is time to imagine all good about some time out for yourself and your health will show a only help you maintain weight but give you confidence. yourself. On the career front, you are positive and would positive change. Observe the situations that stress you You are likely to be calm, in control and yet be full of try to bring love and compassion in your work. Your and figure how to deal with them. Learning rituals from energy. Results of competitive exams may not be intuitions are heightened this week and people will be the past will deepen your spiritual understanding and encouraging. On the work front, don’t keep high amazed to see this aspect to your personality. This is a practice and help you to bring balance. Career-wise, expectations, as stars are not favourable. You may face time to focus on your goals and targets. Avoid being your focus on finances will keep you busy. A lot of conflicts and confrontations for no reason, which may sensitive and emotional as it will not sort out any problem. activity and travel is predicted. You are a workaholic. make you lose your cool. Follow discipline and rules of Be firm and determined. Those in business need to be Keep a check on your behaviour. There are chances of the organisation, else be ready to face the displeasure careful in financial deals. Relationship wise, there are you using harsh words that might create a hostile of your seniors. Love and related emotions will take a chances of fake love, be cautious. Those in committed situation around you. Those looking for work, a job back seat. You may prefer isolation over bad company relationships may face confusions, therefore, clear the may come your way. Those in a committed relationship or partner. doubts and avoid misunderstandings. may work towards taking it to the next level.

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CANCER June 21-July 22 SCORPIO Oct 23-Nov 21 PISCES Feb 19-March 20 It is best not to deal with your problems alone. You need to balance your health efforts with your You may change your mind radically about something. Do Sharing them will help reduce stress. This week, take personal and professional responsibilities. Prioritise your not to ignore everything that your doctor says. Those good care of yourself and the people you are life, take rest to heal yourself. Do not put yourself last on suffering from serious ailments need to be under the concerned with. Do not compromise on health. You the list of things. Career-wise, those looking for a job constant observation of doctors. Make sure you have a need to bring balance to your work and relations. may have to wait for some more. Don’t dwell on failures healthy diet and adequate sleep. Avoid stimulants. On the Career-wise, you are confused about whether to leave and reward yourself for your successes. Accept that work front, you need to be quick with decisions. Make the present job and start a business. Those choosing everyone has limits and cannot succeed at everything. sure your intelligence and logic are used for the good the career option might not have a clear vision and This is the time to reflect on what you have achieved. If cause. Don’t waste your time in conflicts. Solution to a goals as to what they’d like to do in future. Constant there’s no room for a raise or promotion where you are problem already exists or will emerge. Travelling long- changing of field is a sign of instability and often gets now, give serious thought to finding something new. distance or overseas for business matters is on the cards. you nowhere. Explore your interest and potentials. In Those of you who are committed, don’t hesitate to speak Hope and happiness is foreseen at an emotional level, your love life, think with cool mind than with the your mind to your partner. Express your feelings. This is along with a new sense of security, protection and raging heart. Singles, it’s not the time to make a hasty the time when you can strengthen your bonding with recovery. You will enjoy the warmth, affection and decision. Judge the person and take your own time. your loved one. togetherness with the old friend/lover.

Lucky number 21 Lucky number 6 Lucky number 20 Lucky colour Magenta Lucky colour Pink Lucky colour Indigo Lucky day Wednesday Lucky day Friday Lucky day Tuesday Madhu Kotiya is a tarot card reader, spiritual healer, and Founder, MShezaim Institute of Tarot and Divination. Contact details: [email protected], www.indiatarot.com, M: 9873283331

ASTROTURF God helps those who help themselves BHARAT BHUSHAN PADMADEO belief that fruits of actions are granted by appearance. You may rather continue to the divine. passionately pursue your line of thinking regular reader of this column you become a beneficiary or victim of A case study in point is that of some- on hope against hope, till pushed to the could not digest the observation the choices made, and thereby your own one in his forties, who came asking wall. Added to that is mind signifying Amade in the previous issue: “There Karma. This binds you into a cause- recently: “Sir, tell me what is in store of Moon occupying a fiery sign Aries. That is no scope for any extra-terrestrial body effect chain, which runs in succession, my destiny that my career front has not makes you aggressive, impulsive, intoler- that would be adjudicating our Karma, carrying the probability of stretching on stabilised as yet? I have forgotten count ant, impatient, and domineering. You and selectively granting boons in even to the next life. of how many times I lost my job during carry the tendency to jump into action response to your prayers.” Baffled, he Be it known, all wilful actions on our more than two decades of career span. without applying proper forethought on sought clarification: “Sir, the general per- part get imprinted in our memory store Suggest some remedial measures.” “Look instinctive judgment, which makes you ception is that we do our Karma, but the as thought-seeds, carrying the potential within and you will not only find the rea- vulnerable to become a victim of your fruits of actions thereto — good or bad to play out as and when congenial sons underlying your ordeal, but also the own making. Mercury crossing path with — are granted by God. The above state- ground is available. The character and corrective measures needed,” I answered. Moon speaks of a scattered mind, carry- ment seems to be mocking at the preva- content of the thought imprint defines “I have not understood what you really ing a worrying tendency, which makes lent popular belief. Please enlighten.” the nature of experiences we become due mean. Please elaborate,” asked the man. you dissipate your energies just brooding Bear in mind: Though God, through for — pleasant or painful. This system You need to reflect upon your per- and contemplating, not leaving enough His divine powers, holds the key to all continues to work in self-automated sonality traits, especially habit tendencies to do justice to priority preferences. It aspects of our dynamic existence, He mode. It is important to note here that that have played a spoiler so far in your also makes you high-strung, and resent- doesn’t rule the world as a feudal lord the choice option we enjoy, also empow- life. If you can’t do that, let me enlighten ful of others. All put together makes your holding all executive powers with ers us to filter the undesirable using our you on the basis of astrological pointers interpersonal relationship skill question- Himself. A well-articulated system is in discriminatory abilities and set right our to your habit tendencies. You are born able. If you can’t relate well to those place, which has been running the world course of actions. Should we fail to exer- when Capricorn lagna was rising, having around, how can you prove true to the show in an auto-pilot mode. In the cise this option, how can we ascribe our erratic Rahu there itself, which makes callings of the organisations you may be divine scheme of things, human beings failings to God’s judgment? The paradox, you self-centric, least bothered about working for? So, better address your fault are armed with the exclusive privilege of however, is that if human beings succeed other’s sensibilities and concerns. The lines to secure your future. having the freedom to make choices. in their endeavour, they take credit for it. Sun is locked in adverse formation with The writer is an astrologer, vastu consultant And if there is a choice option in hand, On the contrary, they won’t own up the mischievous Neptune. That gets you and spiritual counsellor. Write to him at the probability of its use and misuse responsibility in the event of failure. stuck to self-delusional perceptions and G-1102, Bharat Nagar, New Friends Colony, remains equal. It needs no elaboration They rather prefer to shift the blame on beliefs, often distanced from ground New Delhi-1110 025 that if you are armed with a privilege, divine writ. So, it is the escapist tendency realities, and not keen to even explore Tel: 91-111-449848475/9818037273 owning up responsibility for all actions of ignorant human minds that has advisories and counsel of others. You Email: [email protected] thereto becomes imperative. Accordingly, unmindfully perpetuated the mistaken may not acknowledge truth on its first Website: www.bharatastro.com

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nWhat is your role in Thinkistan 2 the younger generation in the agency. approached me for the role. They insecurities thinking that ‘ab yeh sab can wear for months and even years about? nWhat prompted you to play called me for audition and I knew that khatam honey wala hai’, my work is without it being getting outdated. I play Anushka, who is the head of Anushka? it would get me no result because I am going to end now and people will stop Fashion is about the classics and some- an advertising agency. She is positive When Paddy ( N Padmakumar, the not an actor. I went for it just for the giving me work. And my 40s right now thing that is for long term. I don’t and the most likeable character that I director) came to me with the script sake of exploring the process. After is all about self-love, security and I believe in wearing clothes for just once, have ever played. She is an encouraging and narrated the story to me, I was three rounds of auditions, I got selected know I am going to work for another it’s a horrible thing to do. I believe in and motivating boss. She doesn’t sure of taking up the project. When he for it. This is how I decided to go down 15-20 years from now. repeating my outfits, that’s fashion for take credits of her own told me about the character — the path of acting. nRejection is a part and parcel of act- me. Recently, I wore my reception out- ideas instead give it to the Anushka, I loved it and was excited to nHow do you look at your journey? ing. How was the case with you? fit from Ritu Kumar on a friend’s wed- youngsters, just to give play it. These days I am being offered I am blessed and fortunate to have Absolutely, rejection is a part and ding ceremony. And I love doing this. them a push. She is the the roles of either a gangster or a cop completed 25 years in the industry that parcel of thin industry. I am fortunate You can’t buy clothes that you will kind of boss that I wish and this was different. And as I men- too in the entertainment field. Women enough to haven’t faced any because I never wear again. If we are investing so I had in my working tioned earlier, it is the most positive do not generally have a very long shelf was offered roles that I fitted best in. much in clothes we should atleast get a days. She is the char- character I have ever played so there life in this industry. I just believed in But, if I had to go through auditions, I wear out of them. Even the sarees that I acter who is loved were no reasons to turn it down. going with the flow. I only thought that know I would have failed. I am very design today are good to go for a cou- and talked about nYou debuted with Shanti (1994) on as long as I am getting work it’s more bad in them. Even now, if someone ple of years. Sarees usually don’t get positively even Doordarshan. How did you come on than enough. There were both ups and would ask me to audition for some- outdated but the blouses, neckline, in her absence. board for the show? downs. There were time when great thing, I will fail badly in it. (laughs) helm and everything that I design is Talktime n Everyone in I never thought of becoming an work has happened with me and there What things do you look out for with a mindset that it should be good MANDIRA BEDI the organisa- actor. I was a media student. My first was time when it was lull, but I have before signing a project? to go for a couple of years from now. tion likes her. internship was in an advertising agency never been jobless in these 25 years. I The only thing I see is not to take nA role that you would say no to? She is fearless and a self-made woman. She is good at with an ad filmmaker, Prahlad Kakkar. was doing one thing or the other. In up similar roles. Though I have been Anything which involves nudity, I Having played so many roles and experiment- everything I wanted to figure out what would between, there was a time when I start- playing a lot of cops and gangsters but would say no to it. n ing with genres, Bedi feels fortunate to have she does and work for me — writing for an ad ed hosting cricket shows. I have done this is the only thing I keep in mind. Upcoming projects? have the ability agency or making ad films, which was more than 200 corporate events so it And now also if someone will offer me My Tamil film will release soon. I completed 25 years in the industry. She to create some- the field I was interested in. It was pure has been great. All these years have to play a cop and hand over a gun to am also shooting for a Telugu film — speaks with Musba Hashmi about thing out of destiny that Prahlad Kakkar was also been a blessing for me. me I would take up that role immedi- Romantic. I am playing a cop in both her journey and new pro - nothing. She the director of Shanti. He was looking If I tell you in a gist — my 20s went ately. (laughs) of them but they are two different n jects believes in for a girl to play the lead. I was not in thinking ‘oh wow I have entered the What does fashion mean to you? characters. Then Sahoo has recently empowering from an acting background but he entertainment industry’, my 30s went in Fashion means something that you released. That’s all for now.

once you step out of the airport, it is worth the time taken to travel. ‘It was great Leslie Thng, CEO Vistara said that they were very excit- ed to start their service to Dubai. “The city is home to mil- to feature in lions of Indians, business for many Indian corporations and is also the most-preferred hol- iday destination for many. We my video’ are committed to making a mark in global aviation with a world-class product and gold- standard service. We are confi- dent that travellers will enjoy fly- ing with us.” Comfort does matter when one is on a holiday. Since, once in the city, there is so much to see and do. The next stop has to be Dubai Mall where a visit to the Aquarium and the Underwater Zoo is a must see. While it may not be at par with what one can see and experience at the San Diego SeaWorld or for that matter the Singapore Zoo, to see the sharks swimming like the Sawfish while you watch them below the glass tunnel is Destination truly amazing. Then there are the desert hedge hogs and king croc. The tiny, not more than 5 cm long, Neon Tetra fish (a small freshwater fish native to South America) with its blue and red tail is beautiful. One can spent a few hours here. One can even touch a couple of fish in the open exhibit, if you can reach them. Unfortunately, most Dubai of them prefer to stay at the bot- SHALINI SAKSENA tells you how tom of their tank. To enjoy the waterworld a trip to Atlantis, The Palm is just the introduction of the second as interesting especially The Lost Chambers Aquarium. international destination by Wonder through the ruins of Atlantis, dive amongst sharks Vistara has brought holidaying in The Burj Khalifa, all lit up; View of the city from 125th floor of Burj Khalifa and rays and speak with the SHAHID MALLYA, who marine experts to find out more Dubai less than three hours away If you have kids, they are visiting the city. about the diverse marine life. scored his first hit from the sure to get a kick out of the vir- Keeping this in view, the With its 21 exhibits, 65,000 s a country, we love to ence that nobody visiting the city tual reality booth that has been city is in the process of scaling marine animals and feed shows, movie Mausam, talks to explore new things, new should miss even if one is on a A TRIP TO THE set up. They can experience new highs. The Ain Dubai akin it is a wonder world not just for Acities and get a sneak- business trip. While one can go CITY IS NOT what it feels like to jump from to London Eye located off the the kids but adults alike. SHALINI SAKSENA about his peek into a culture that maybe up during the day as well, the that height and enjoy the fall. popular Jumeirah Beach One can take a walk along similar when it comes to food best time is to go in the evening. COMPLETE They will also enjoy a walk of a Residencesbeachfront and is the coast if one is in the city yet different from ours when it It takes 77 seconds to reach the fibreglass walkaway which cre- set to offer 360-degree views of between November-March. A latest track among other things comes to language and tradi- top. During this time, there is WITHOUT THE ates the illusion that one is actu- the Dubai skyline. Ain Dubai is trip to the city is not complete tions. But paucity of time may video that plays on the surface DESERT SAFARI. ally looking down below. The set to open doors to customers without the desert safari. The nWhat is your latest track Tu Hi Mera Rab about? make it difficult for us to take of the elevator that tells you the sound of shattering glass is just in October 2020. sandblasting is a fun ride. A It is a very important and precious song for me. It released time out from our busy sched- story of how the building was THE an illusion, it is all safe. It is If you are a ski enthusiast, word of advice — eat a light recently. I am a lead in the video. I would like to give credit to ule to explore far away countries. made, the different stages and SANDBLASTING advisable to book the ticket to do step into Mall of Emirates. lunch. The ride over the dunes Sana Shaikh as well who plays the lead with me. She debuted with So how about a little closer to the team. Once, at the top, to see go the 125th floor a day in Yes, you read that right. Skiing may make your stomach churn. this song. This is a Punjabi-Hindi romantic soulful track shot home? How about exploring the sun set far into the ocean is IS A FUN RIDE. A advance. is Dubai. Enjoy all things snow The safari ends at a camp where in Kulu-Manali. Dubai? A city that screams a sight that will remain with you WORD OF ADVICE Then there is the sound and at Ski Dubai’s indoor Snow there is dancing, camel ride and nWas it tough to face the camera? money, a city of lights, a city that for sometime. To see the other light show that uses the world’s Park. There are plenty of attrac- a dinner. Yes, definitely. While I know what goes on behind the cam- is manmade, a city that boasts of iconic buildings from that height — EAT A LIGHT tallest artificial structure, it tions like the giant zorbing ball, Spent a day exploring the era, some of my friends work behind the scenes. But when you a lot of firsts. like the Burj Al Arab and the LUNCH. THE RIDE stands at 829.8-metre-tall , as a ice cave, mountain thriller ride city itself or relaxing at the actually are in front, it is totally different. I have given my 100 Next time, there is a long Atlantis, The Palm makes these backdrop. Then there is the and more, all this in 22,500 beach. The water is crystal clear per cent. The first day, I was nervous, then I was fine. I was great weekend or one is looking for a majestic buildings appear small. OVER THE DUNES fountain show. One is told that square metres. and the correct temperature. No to do this video. getaway, why not head to this As one looks down from the top MAY MAKE YOUR sometimes, the show plays to All this is and much more trip is complete without a shop- nHow did your musical journey start? city and look at the entire city to bottom glass, the view is Bollywood songs. No surprises is now just less than three hours ping. If you are the adventurous My father is a singer. He considers Mohammed Rafi as his from the 125th floor of Burj amazing. One can see for miles STOMACH CHURN there since there are so many away if you reside in Mumbai. kind, try the camel milk, buy the guru. But after Rafi sahab’s death, my father came back to his Khalifa? together of not just land but also Indians living there. Not to Delhiites may have to undertake dates covered in chocolate and hometown. Unfortunately, he met with an accident. He was This is definitely an experi- the open Indian Ocean. mention the number of tourists a slightly longer journey. But memorabilia to carry home. bedridden for six years. That was when I made his dream my dream. After he got well, he told me that it was time to go back to Mumbai. I was 16 then. I trained in classical music. nWhat are the challenges to remain in this industry? WEEKLYNATTER There is no road that paves the way to success in this indus- try. Unlike an engineering or an MBA college where the com- panies come to recruit the freshers, there is no such thing here. Haar nahi maan sakte yahan par. To make a career, one has to CAMILA CABELLO UNVEILS TWO NEW SONGS VAANI INJURED IN GHUNGROO SHOOTING SALMAN RIDES BICYCLE TO DABANGG 3 SETS keep one motivated, meet people yourself; there is nobody to guide you. You can’t give up in this industry. n September 5, 2019, two-time ctress Vaani Kapoor sustained several bruises while she was itching luxury cars, superstar nDo you have a favourite composer? OGRAMMY® Award-nominated Ashooting for the song DSalman Khan took a bicycle ride Actually I have three — Pritam, Vishal-Shekhar and Amit multi-platinum and chart-topping Ghungroo from the upcoming film to the sets of his film Dabangg 3 Trivedi. I love to work with them. Every composer has a style. singer/songwriter Camila Cabello War. amid Mumbai rains. Pritam will delete an entire recording if he has not liked it, he shares two new singles entitled “I think my body endured a lot “Mumbai city in the rains...Off to is a very polished composer. With Vishal-Shekhar, they will moti- Shameless and Liar. Get them here during rehearsals and the shoot. It the location to shoot for Dabangg 3,” vate you and energise you. It is fun to work with them. There is via SYCO/Epic Records. Making for a was physically demanding and Salman captioned the video on a learning curve with them. momentous return by the songstress, extremely challenging with swing Twitter. In the clip, the Ready star is nDo you need inspiration when you sing different songs? the new songs start the era of her pole and Cyr wheel section of the seen in black shorts and zipper paired I am a versatile singer. This means that whatever song I am mega-anticipated second album, dance but all the sweat and bruises with cap. As he stopped at traffic given, I give it my best. Whatever my personal mood maybe, but Romance. It represents her most were definitely worth it as it gave lights, he posed with fans for once I am inside the studio, you have to keep all that away and personal music to date, drawing me the opportunity to pull off photographs. concentrate on the job at hand. I love the challenge that comes directly from autobiographical something entirely new,” Vaani Dabangg 3 is directed by with singing different songs. experiences and translating them into said. Prabhudheva. Salman and nDo you have a favourite song of yours? unforgettable songs. The song’s choreographer Tushar Kalia called Vaani a Prabhudheva have reunited on this I have many. At present, it is Zehnaseeb by Vishal-Shekhar “These songs are basically the hardworking actor and that he was amazed to see her commitment. project after Wanted in 2009. sung by Shekhar Ravjiani and Chinmayi. If you ask me a song story of my life the past couple years “She got so many bruises, she fell so many times and it was Dabangg 3 will launch a new that I have sung, it has to be my first song — Rabba Main Toh and the stories I’ve accumulated — I bad. Physically, it was very challenging but she never gave up and face — Saiee — the daughter of Mar Gaya Oye — from Mausam; it gave me recognition in the knew for a long time I wanted my she never skipped a single day of rehearsal. It is because of her actor-filmmaker Mahesh Manjrekar. industry. album to be called Romance because dedication, commitment and hard work that the song has come out The budding actress will play the love nWhat next? these stories are about falling in so well! I'm really proud of what she has done in the song," he said. interest of superstar Salman Khan's At present, I am working towards promoting my new track. love,” Cabello said. IANS character, Chulbul Panday. IANS After this, I have a few songs lined up for movies. HYDERABAD | SUNDAY | SEPTEMBER 8, 2019 sport 16 SHOT FOR GLORY Nadal seeks 19th Slam title as Medvedev eyes maiden triumph at US Open

say I love USA.” Medvedev is the first Russian in a men’s Grand Slam final since Marat Safin won the 2005 Australian Open title and the first Russian to reach the US Open final since Safin won the 2000 crown. Nadal, who made the semi- Bianca Andreescu reacts after losing point AP finals at all four Slams for the first season since 2008, captured his 12th French Open title in June, lost the Australian Open final to Novak Future star Djokovic and fell to Federer in the Wimbledon semi-finals. Patrick tips Andreescu And while he has dropped only one set in the Flushing Meadows as future world No 1 fortnight, Nadal is facing the hottest player on tour in fifth-ranked AFP n NEW YORK Medvedev, who at 23 could become the first Slam winner born in the atrick Mouratoglou, the coach of 1990s. P23-time Grand Slam champion Medvedev leads the ATP in sea- Serena Williams, touted her US Daniil Medvedev, right, greets Grigor Dimitrov, after winning their men's singles semifinals AP son wins and has battled through Open final opponent Bianca four four-set wins at the US Open. Andreescu as a future world num- AFP n NEW YORK tice and Sunday is the day to play “All his season is amazing,” ber one in women’s tennis. my best.” Nadal said. Williams is chasing a 24th afael Nadal will play for his Nadal, into his 27th Grand “Is the player who is in better Grand Slam singles crown to equal 19th Grand Slam title, one Slam final, beat Medvedev in last shape on tour. I will face the player the record held by Australian Rshy of Roger Federer’s all- month’s Montreal final in their who is winning more matches of the Margaret Court, but Mouratoglou time men’s record, after battling past only prior meeting. But the world year and the player who is playing said he had full respect for the 19- Italy’s Matteo Berrettini on Friday number two skipped Cincinnati, on the highest level since a while.” year-old Andreescu. and into his fifth US Open final. where Medvedev was champion the Medvedev sees Nadal as super- “I said before the tournament, The 33-year-old Spaniard dis- following week. human. I had been asked who are my two patched Berrettini 7-6 (8/6), 6-4, 6- “He’s one of the more solid play- “Talking about Rafa, it’s tough underdogs, and I said Bianca and 1 at Arthur Ashe ers on tour,” Nadal said to find words,” Medvedev said. (Daniil) Medvedev. So I’m not sur- Stadium to reach today’s of Medvedev. “He’s “He’s one of the greatest cham- prised she’s there,” Mouratoglou showdown against making steps forward pions in the history of our sport. He’s said. Russian fifth seed Daniil every single week. just a machine, a beast on the “I expected her in final, and I Medvedev, who ousted "I need to be play- court. think she’s going to be number one Bulgarian Grigor ing at my best.” “The energy he’s showing is just soon. Not too soon but in the Dimitrov 7-6 (7/5), 6-4, Medvedev, in his amazing. To play him in your first future, because she has everything 6-3. first Grand Slam final Grand Slam final should be, I want that’s needed to be number one. “Very happy to be back into the at 23, has gone 20-2 in the past six to say, a funny thing. It’s not going “A lot of respect for her. A lot of final of the US Open,” Nadal said. weeks with runner-up efforts in to be a funny thing, but it’s going to tools in her game. Like a really com- “It means a lot to be back where I Washington and Canada, a title in be an amazing thing to live.” plete game. She has the whole pack- am today after some tough Cincinnati and a breakthrough US Hearing of Medvedev’s praise, age. Like the game’s amazing, I moments at the beginning of the Open run. Nadal responded: “Always is beau- think: the physical, the athleticism, season.” “I’m just happy to be in the tiful to hear nice things from your and the mental. She looks incredi- Nadal, who shook off an early final,” Medvedev said. “When I was colleagues. Happy for that. Just I bly confident. She feels like she’s season right hip injury to win a 12th going to USA, I didn’t know it was hope to be like this on Sunday. I will where she belongs. That’s the French Open title, seeks his fourth going to be this good. So I have to need it.” impression she gives.” US Open crown — one short of the Open-era record of five shared Slam chase means more by than winning most majors AFP n NEW YORK Nadal says the chance to be in the what you have achieved and not fight means more than the final tro- coveting someone else’s accom- afael Nadal is more excited phy total. plishments. Rabout the thrill of battling for “Of course, I would love to be “If I able to win on Sunday, OK, Grand Slam trophies than he is the one who achieves more Grand will be amazing,” Nadal said. “If I worried about if he ever holds Slams, but I still sleep very well with- lose, I hope to keep having chances the record for Grand Slam out being the one who has more in the future to add things. But as titles. Grand Slams,” Nadal said. I always say and is true: I would love Roger Federer has won a “I am happy about my career. I to be the one to have more, yes, but Federer, record 20 Grand Slam titles with am very happy about what I’m you cannot be all day frustrated or Pete Nadal next and top-ranked Serbian doing. I’m going to keep working all day thinking about what does Sampras and Novak Djokovic closing fast on 16 hard to try to produce chances. your neighbor have better than you. Jimmy Connors — to after winning four of the past five Sunday is one. It’s just one more “You have to be happy with reach the brink of Federer’s mark. Slam crowns. chance, that’s all. My opponents are yourself. You have to do your way. “It’s just another chance on As much as the “Big Three” are going to keep playing.” If you are the one to achieve more, Sunday,” Nadal said. “I want to fighting for the lead, Federer at age World number two Nadal sees fantastic. If not, at least I give my Rafael Nadal reacts after winning the point against Matteo Berrettini in the US Open semifinal AP enjoy a day off, have a good prac- 38 and Djokovic the youngest at 32, it as a simple matter of enjoying best during all my career. That’s all.” Neymar steals show on return Eto’o hangs up boots Leclerc on AFP n YAOUNDE ten treble with Inter of AFP n MIAMI stars James Rodriguez and Champions League, Serie A Radamel Falcao, but thanks to ameroon’s four-time and Coppa Italia titles in his eymar didn’t disappoint in Luis Muriel’s brace they gave CAfrican Player of the Year first season in Italy. Monza pole Nhis much anticipated Copa America champions Samuel Eto’o announced his He led Cameroon to an return, grabbing a second-half Brazil a fright before Neymar retirement on Saturday at the impressive four World Cups AFP n MONZA equalizer for Brazil in a 2-2 rode to the rescue and Tite’s age of 38, declaring “I need a in 1998, 2002, 2010 and 2014 friendly draw with Colombia. men extended their unbeaten rest”. “The end, towards a new and enjoyed huge success at harles Leclerc secured pole The Paris Saint-Germain run. challenge,” the former the Africa Cup of Nations as Cfor Ferrari in the Italian star was playing for the first time The draw extended Brazil’s Barcelona, Inter Milan and the Indomitable Lions won in Grand Prix in shambolic cir- for club or country since suf- unbeaten run to 17 matches, a Chelsea striker posted on 2000 and 2002. cumstances on Saturday when fering an ankle injury in a streak that dates back to their Instagram. He was part of a golden only two cars participated in the friendly against Qatar in June, 2018 World Cup elimination by “Thank you all, big love, generation that featured final qualifying showdown laps. which ruled him out of the Belgium. adrenalin.” Rigobert Song, the late Marc- An unprecedented ‘cat-and- Copa America. Neymar notched his 61st “In a few months you’ll Vivien Foe and Geremi as mouse’ procession as the teams Before a sell-out crowd of international goal, put him one see me doing something new,” Cameroon also won the Gold crawled round the circuit, back- 65,232 at Hard Rock Stadium, behind Ronaldo, who sits sec- Eto’o, who has campaigned medal at the Sydney Olympics ing each other up to claim good home of the NFL’s Miami ond on Brazil’s all-time list relentlessly against racism in 2000, with the emerging slipstreaming positions, resulted Dolphins, Neymar delivered headed by Pele’s 77. during his playing days said. Eto’o both scoring and con- in a farce that saw eight cars for Brazil, scoring the equaliz- Both countries will be back “I need a rest, I've been verting a penalty in the shoot- timed out by the chequered flag. er in the 58th after setting up in action on Wednesday, with running for 19-years,” he out win over Spain in front of “A big mess,” said Leclerc, Casemiro for the game’s open- Brazil hosting Peru in a Copa added. a blockbuster 114,000 crowd. who took pole ahead of defend- ing goal in the 20th minute on America final rematch in Los The most memorable His pace left him as his ing five-time champion Lewis Friday. Angeles and Colombia taking period of his club career career slowed down with low Hamilton. Colombia were lacking top Neymar celebrates with Dani Alves and Richarlison after scoring for Brazil AP on Venezuela in Tampa, Florida. includes five hugely success- stints at Russia’s Anzhi The Monegasque and Carlos ful seasons with Barcelona Makhachkala, Chelsea and Sainz of McLaren were the only from 2004 to 2009. Everton in the Premier drivers to produce final qualify- Despite an unfortunate League. ing runs after clocking lap-times knack for ruffling feathers, a Last year, after a short on their first runs in Q3. return of 108 league goals spell with Turkish side The stewards immediately Ferrari driver Charles Leclerc salutes fans Germany slip against Dutch after the qualifying session at Monza AP from just 145 matches in five Konyaspor, he declared that the shambolic fail- AFP n HAMBURG then beat Manuel Neuer with a volley on stunning seasons with joined Qatar ure at the end of the session was but we just timed out.” 79 minutes and Liverpool midfielder Barcelona pays testament to league side, under investigation, the teams Valtteri Bottas qualified ermany suffered a surprising 4-2 Georginio Wijnaldum secured three points his talent. Qatar Sports having failed to deliver a contest third in the second Mercedes Ghome defeat by the Netherlands as in injury time. At his peak he enjoyed Club, his last for the paying public. ahead of Sebastian Vettel in the World Cup runners-up Croatia ham- “We made some mistakes, which electric pace, impeccable club. “Today, to see so many peo- second Ferrari, the two Renaults mered Slovakia in qualifying for Euro 2020 explains the Germans’ opener, but we sim- touch and instinctive shooting ple here feels amazing,” said a of Daniel Ricciardo and Nico on Friday. ply did more to get the win,” Netherlands to make him one of the most happy Leclerc, who claimed his Hulkenberg and Sainz, who was Joachim Loew’s side lost in Hamburg head coach Ronald Koeman said. feared centre-forwards in maiden victory at last week’s seventh. after debutant Donyell Malen’s late effort In Trnava, Croatia retained top spot in the world. tragic Belgian Grand Prix where Red Bull new boy Alex for the visitors as the home side failed to Group G with a 4-0 thumping of Slovakia He won a pair of he dedicated his win to the Albon was eighth ahead of Lance pick up a point for the first time in the as Nikola Vlasic, Ivan Perisic, Bruno Champions League titles memory of his late friend Stroll of Racing Point and Kimi campaign. Petkovic and Dejan Lovren all got on the and three La Liga crowns Anthoine Hubert, who was Raikkonen of Alfa Romeo, both Serge Gnabry scored for the Germans scoresheet. before departing under a killed in the previous day’s F2 of whom failed to clock a time after nine minutes before new Barcelona “Since I have been coach this is one of cloud for Inter Milan after race. in Q3 when Raikkonen crashed. signing Frenkie de Jong responded for the the best matches of the Croatian nation- rowing with Ronaldinho “I am happy with pole, but He was uninjured. Dutch. al team and that is why I am very pleased,” leading to Pep Guardiola disappointed at the end. Bottas said he and Mercedes A Jonathan Tah own goal with less boss Zlatko Dalic, who led his side to the showing him the dress- “Honestly, I have to be grate- had been unlucky to be trapped than an hour to play gave the travelling 2018 World Cup final, told HRT Sport. ing room door. ful we’re on the front row to have in the bunched traffic. Dutch fans something to cheer about Also in that pool, Wales survived a He then spearheaded a fight with the Ferraris,” said “The yellow flag in the last before Toni Kroos equalised from the spot. scare to beat lowly Azerbaijan 2-1 thanks Jose Mourinho’s charge Hamilton. corner meant we probably PSV Eindhoven’s 20-year-old Malen Georginio Wijnaldum celebrates after Dutch win AP to Gareth Bale’s 84th-minute header. to a never to be forgot- “It’s a bit of an anti-climax, missed the pole.”