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New Indian Express
27-05-2025
- Politics
- New Indian Express
Transpersons to receive housing scheme benefits: Minister Danasari Anasuya
HYDERABAD: Asserting that the state government is committed to encouraging transpersons in all sectors, Women & Child Welfare Minister Danasari Anasuya on Monday said it is contemplating appointing eligible persons from the community in all government departments. During a review meeting on the issues of transpersons, the minister also announced that the transpersons would be allotted Indiramma houses under the disability quota. Anasuya, popularly known as Seethakka, said that the government's decision to appoint transpersons as traffic assistants is a historic one. Lauding the traffic assistants for their commendable performance in Hyderabad city, she said that the Centre and other state governments too were initiating similar measures. Referring to the establishment of Maitri Clinics in districts, the minister promised that efforts would be made to create more opportunities for the community in all government departments. The minister reiterated that the primary objective of this programme is to provide equal opportunities and integrate the transgender community into the mainstream of society. Hyderabad Police Commissioner CV Anand, meanwhile, said that transgender individuals were recruited, as per Chief Minister A Revanth Reddy's instructions, in December last year and the entire process was completed in 10 days. Currently, 38 traffic assistants are serving in the Hyderabad City Police Traffic Department, he added. Stating that not a single complaint has been registered against them in the past six months, he said that these individuals will serve as role models for the entire nation. Telangana is leading the country in providing employment opportunities to the transgender community. The traffic assistants expressed their gratitude to the chief minister for giving them recognition that they have not received in the past 76 years. Secretary of Women & Child Welfare department Anitha Ramachandran, members of transgender NGOs, and the newly appointed traffic assistants were present on the occasion.
Time of India
22-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Time of India
Anasuya Bharadwaj proudly shares video of eldest son Shaurya's Upanayanam ceremony
Picture Credit: Instagram Popular Telugu actress and TV host Anasuya Bharadwaj recently celebrated her eldest son, Shaurya Bharadwaj 's Upanayanam, a traditional Hindu rite of passage, at their new home in Hyderabad. Anasuya shared a video and message on Instagram , expressing her pride and gratitude that Shaurya embraced the ceremony despite being part of the "Gen Alpha" generation. Family moments during the ceremony The video showed Anasuya and her husband, Susank Bharadwaj, performing the pooja, with Shaurya dressed in a traditional pancha and their younger son, Ayanssh, in a blue kurta. Shaurya was also seen smiling during the tonsuring ceremony, where his head was shaved except for five tufts of hair (pancha shikalu). In her Instagram post, Anasuya conveyed that the Upanayanam marked a spiritual rebirth for their family, reinforcing their commitment to cultural continuity and transmitting their values to future generations. She thanked Shaurya for allowing them to keep their traditions alive and wished him guidance on the path of righteousness. Message from Anasuya On Instagram, she wrote, "Dearest #ShauryaBharadwaj .. my eldest.. I have never been so proud.. not that an official ceremony was needed because you have been a child with righteousness always.. but with your #Upanayanam .. we as your parents and us as a family stepped into a spiritual rebirth together.. by Taboola by Taboola Sponsored Links Sponsored Links Promoted Links Promoted Links You May Like Secure Your Child's Future with Strong English Fluency Planet Spark Learn More Undo and took the promise of cultural continuity ensuring the transmission of our cultural and spiritual values, principles and wisdom to the future generations. Thank you my dearest baccha.. for allowing us to keep our traditions alive though you are a Gen Alpha. I Love you my #Sonshine. May the force of #Hanumanji guide you always on the path of righteousness through thick and thin." Anasuya, known for her work in Telugu films and television, has been married to Susank Bharadwaj since 2010, and they have two children. She is known for her roles in films like 'Kshanam' and 'Rangasthalam' and was last seen in 'Pushpa 2: The Rule'. Check out our list of the latest Hindi , English , Tamil , Telugu , Malayalam , and Kannada movies . Don't miss our picks for the best Hindi movies , best Tamil movies, and best Telugu films .
Hindustan Times
22-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Hindustan Times
Anasuya Bharadwaj thanks her ‘Gen Alpha' son for agreeing to an Upanayanam; shares video of him getting tonsured
Actor-TV host Anasuya Bharadwaj's eldest son, Shaurya Bharadwaj, recently had his traditional Upanayanam (rite of passage) ceremony. She took to Instagram to post a video from the traditional ceremony, thanking him for agreeing to it despite being 'Gen Alpha'. (Also Read: Samantha Ruth Prabhu's former mother-in-law Amala Akkineni moved by her heartwarming speech. Watch) Anasuya wrote on Instagram, 'Dearest #ShauryaBharadwaj .. my eldest.. I have never been so proud.. not that an official ceremony was needed because you have been a child with righteousness always.. but with your #Upanayanam .. we as your parents and us as a family stepped into a spiritual rebirth together.. and took the promise of cultural continuity ensuring the transmission of our cultural and spiritual values, principles and wisdom to the future generations.' She then thanked her son for allowing his parents to keep up traditions, adding, 'Thank you my dearest baccha.. for allowing us to keep our traditions alive though you are a Gen Alpha. I Love you my #Sonshine. May the force of #Hanumanji guide you always on the path of righteousness through thick and thin.' A post shared by Anasuya Bharadwaj (@itsme_anasuya) Anasuya posted a video showing her and her husband, Susank Bharadwaj, performing a pooja at their son's Upanayanam. In the video, Shaurya can be seen dressed in traditional pancha, and their younger son Ayanssh wears a blue kurta. Shaurya can also be seen smiling as he gets his head tonsured except for in five places (pancha shikalu). Fans were thrilled to see her son taking part in the traditional rite of passage, with one of them commenting, 'So beautiful! Panchasikhalu and ear piercing ee rojullo cheyinchukune pillalu chala takkuva! (So few kids get their heads tonsured and ears pierced these days) They're blessed to have you as their parents and vice versa!' Another thought, 'He looks so cute.' One wrote, 'Very nice to see this.' Last seen in Pushpa 2: The Rule, Anasuya will soon star in a special number in Hari Hara Veera Mallu. She will also star in the Tamil films Flashback and Wolf.
Khaleej Times
29-04-2025
- Entertainment
- Khaleej Times
Indian filmmaker Shaji N Karun passes away aged 73: Reports
Shaji N Karun, celebrated Indian filmmaker, passed away at his residence in Trivandrum on April 28, aged 73, according to Indian media. The director, known for his work in Malayalam and Indian cinema, was battling cancer for some time, according to media reports. Days before his death, he was hospitalised, after which he was brought home. The body will be kept for public viewing on Tuesday, from 10.30 am, at Kalabhavan Theatre. The cremation will be held in held at Santhikavadom, Thycaud, Indian media reported. He is survived by wife Anasuya and sons Appu and Anil. The cinematographer helped establish the International Film Festival of Kerala (IFFK). He also received the Padma Shri, and the French honour 'Order of Arts and Letters.' Some of his works which received international recognition include 'Swaham' (1994), which was nominated for the Palme d'Or at the Cannes Film Festival, and 'Vanaprastham' (1999), which was also screened at Cannes. His debut film, Piravi (1988), was screened at nearly 70 international film festivals.
The Hindu
28-04-2025
- Politics
- The Hindu
Minister Seethakka cautions staff against extended deputations and long leaves
Lamenting the trend of staff members going on extended deputations to other departments or taking long leaves, Panchayat Raj and Rural Development Minister Danasari Anasuya (Seethakka) cautioned them against such practices. She added that such actions would be viewed seriously, as they affect the department's functioning, which caters to the needs of nearly 2.5 crore people. Addressing a review meeting on MGNREGS and other works here on Monday, she warned that strict action will be taken against such employees. She directed District Panchayat Officers (DPO)to monitor the performance of panchayat secretaries regularly. Ms. Anasuya also announced plans to launch an app on May 1 to oversee garbage collection in villages. Reviewing the NREGS action plan for 2025-26, she emphasised the need to identify works by the end of the month and instructed District Collectors to start work by the end of May. Stressing the importance of timely planning and execution of the works, she said that works would be reviewed every three months adding that districts performing well would be recognised and honored. The State government has proposed an extensive plan for rural development under the Mahatma Gandhi National Rural Employment Guarantee Scheme (MGNREGS) for the fiscal year 2025-26. The plan aims to improve rural infrastructure, promote sustainable livelihoods, and enhance the overall quality of life in rural areas. Key components of the plan include construction of 22,800 cattle sheds, 11,400 poultry sheds, and 1,140 goat sheds under the category of Mahila Shakti Upadhi Bharosa, development of 5,700 roads to agriculture fields under Polam Batalu, creation of 11,400 farm ponds, 5,700 rooftop rainwater harvesting structures, and 2,850 percolation tanks under Jalanidhi, construction of 57,000 individual soak pits to improve sanitation and hygiene in rural areas, construction of 1,140 Anganwadi centres, 570 GP buildings, and 1,140 school toilets, as well as 855 kilometres of CC roads. Additionally, the government has outlined plans to improve the green cover and horticulture development, aiming to plant 7 crore saplings and develop 22,000 acres of horticulture plantations. A total of 12.22 crore persondays have been proposed under the NREGS with a budget allocation of ₹6.50 crore.
