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Hans India
3 days ago
- Business
- Hans India
HC dismisses plea challenging Bescom's smart meter mandate
Bengaluru: The Karnataka High Court has dismissed a writ petition questioning the compulsory installation of smart meters by the Bangalore Electricity Supply Company (Bescom). After several rounds of hearings, Justice M. Nagaprasanna's single-judge bench delivered its final order, rejecting the petition filed by Jayalakshmi and P.M. Harish. The court noted that the Advocate General had already given an assurance that old meters would not be forcibly replaced. Furthermore, a Public Interest Litigation (PIL) raising the same issues is currently pending before a divisional bench. Since the PIL contains the same grounds as the writ petition, the single-judge bench held it inappropriate to decide the matter separately. The case originated when Jayalakshmi, a resident of TB Narayanappa Layout in Doddaballapur, applied to upgrade the power connection in her newly constructed house from single-phase to three-phase. Bescom officials insisted she install a smart meter, issuing her a written notice. Challenging this, she moved the High Court, alleging the mandate was arbitrary. During earlier hearings, the court had temporarily stayed the installation and sharply questioned the state's rationale for the policy. Justice Nagaprasanna had asked government counsel whether free power schemes were being used as a justification and, if so, how poor consumers would be protected. The bench had also issued notice to Bescom's counsel to respond to the objections. With today's order, the writ petition stands dismissed, and the matter will now be addressed through the ongoing PIL. The decision effectively means that, while smart meters remain part of Bescom's plan, their compulsory imposition on existing consumers is not legally sanctioned at this stage — pending the outcome of the larger PIL proceedings.
The Hindu
20-06-2025
- Business
- The Hindu
Revenue employees should win public confidence through sincerity and service-mindedness, says official
Revenue Day was celebrated with grandeur and pride across Andhra Pradesh on June 20(Friday), with the A.P. Revenue Services Association leading a series of events to mark the occasion. A massive rally and formal celebrations were held at the NTR District Collectorate and the State Revenue Bhavan in Vijayawada, attended by the Revenue Department officials and dignitaries. 'Public service is our foremost duty.' was the message of the day that resonated across the State. The revenue employees resolved to uphold the department's credibility and strengthen its image as a trustworthy institution in the eyes of the public. Addressing the gathering, Special Chief Secretary (Revenue) and Chief Commissioner of Land Administration Gopal Ratnam Jayalakshmi said that her father served in the Revenue Department, and she grew up witnessing his sense of duty. Revenue staff are like the mothers of the State's administration—quietly but effectively serving the people's needs. But just as times change, so must our approach. The work of revenue employees is a direct reflection of governance quality. The revenue employees have to win public confidence through sincerity and service-mindedness, she said. Three guiding principles Ms. Jayalakshmi emphasised that three guiding principles for every revenue officer were pride – feeling proud that the public's issues are resolved through the Revenue Department. Culture – maintaining polite and respectful behaviour with citizens, and performance – ensuring speedy and transparent disposal of petitions. A.P. Revenue Services Association State president Bopparaju Venkateswarlu said that Revenue Day is not just a celebratory occasion but a moment for self-assessment. 'It is a day to reaffirm our commitment to provide faster, more transparent and responsible services to the people,' he said.
India.com
30-05-2025
- Entertainment
- India.com
India's lady superstar, acted in over 60 films at 22, got married at the peak of her career, died tragically due to…, name was…, not Nutan, Sridevi
India's lady superstar, acted in over 60 films at 22, got married at the peak of her career, died tragically due to..., name was..., not Nutan, Sridevi Jayalakshmi, widely renowned as Fatafat Jayalakshmi, had a very long and successful career. The yesteryear actress worked with several superstars, but died at a very young age, leaving an indelible mark on the industry with her remarkable talent. She rose to fame after making an incredible debut with legendary actor Akkineni Nageswara Rao in the Telugu film Iddaru Ammayilu . Following that, she starred in A. Vincent's Malayalam film Theerthayathra . Her incredible performances continued with Ithu Manushyano , after which she adopted her screen name as Supriya. In 1974, Jayalakshmi ventured into Tamil cinema with Aval Oru Thodar Kathai. She garnered immense recognition due to her popular dialogue 'Fatafat,' and became synonymous with the name 'Fatafat' Jayalakshmi. Over her decade-long career, Jayalakshmi shared screen-space with some of the biggest names including Rajinikanth, Kamal Haasan, Krishna, NTR, and Chiranjeevi. She showcased her versatility and acting prowess in popular films like Anthuleni Katha, Aarilirunthu Arubathu Varai, and Mullum Malarum. In 2018 interview, Rajnikanth called Jayalakshmi his favourite actress even though they share screen-space in only a few films. She starred in over 60 films, and cemented her legacy as well as earned the title of India's lady superstar. Tragically, at the peak of her career, Fatafat Jayalakshmi's life took a tragic turn. Married to the nephew of MG Ramachandran, she took her own life at the age of 22, over an alleged fail romance. Her devastating untimely demise sent shockwaves through the film industry. Fatafat Jayalakshmi's contribution to the film industry remains exceptional, leaving behind a remarkable legacy.
News18
30-05-2025
- Entertainment
- News18
66 Films. A Doomed Love. A Shocking End — The Tragic Story Of ‘Fatafat' Jayalakshmi
Among the actresses fondly remembered in Tamil cinema is Neerajakshi Reddy, better known by her screen name 'Fatafat Jayalakshmi'. Hailing from Andhra Pradesh, she was born in 1958 and began her acting career at the young age of 13 with the Telugu film Iddaru Ammayilu. Directed by SR Puttanna Kanagal, the film featured stars like Akkineni Nageswara Rao, Shoban Babu and Vanisree, and introduced her to audiences as Subraja. (News18 Tamil) 3/7 She later appeared in the Tamil film Irulum Oliyum, where she portrayed the character Neerja. Director K Balachander, known for launching powerful female talents, cast her in Aval Oru Thodar Kathai, and renamed her Jayalakshmi. In the film, she occasionally referred to herself as 'Fatafat', a quirky nickname that stuck and eventually became part of her identity in the film industry. (News18 Tamil) Despite her rising stardom, Jayalakshmi's life ended in heartbreak. She died by suicide after reportedly overdosing on sleeping pills. It was believed that the reason behind her tragic decision was a failed romantic relationship, which left fans and the film industry deeply shocked and saddened. (News18 Tamil)
Hans India
28-05-2025
- Politics
- Hans India
CCLA & special chief secretary Jayalakshmi reviews PGRS
Anantapur: A state level video conference was conducted on Tuesday from the CCLA (Chief Commissioner of Land Administration) office in Vijayawada, led by Special Chief Secretary Jayalakshmi in coordination with Additional CCLA Nakkala Prabhakar Reddy. The session focused on key administrative matters including the Public Grievances Redressal System (PGRS), Audit Paras, Resurvey progress, and other land-related issues. District Collectors and Joint Collectors from across the state participated in the review meeting virtually. From Anantapur, District Collector Dr. Vinod Kumar V attended the video conference from the Collector's camp office in Anantapur city. Also participating in the session were, Joint Collector Shiv Narayan Sharma, District Revenue Officer (DRO) A. Malola, E-Section Superintendent Riazuddin, Coordination Section Superintendent Yugeshwari Devi, Survey Officer, and other district officials. The review aimed to assess the status of grievance redressal, address audit objections, and monitor the progress of the resurvey initiative being implemented across districts.
