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Time of India
6 hours ago
- Business
- Time of India
Telangana CM fast-tracks gig workers welfare bill, orders insurance & data registry
Hyderabad: In a move aimed at safeguarding the interests of gig and platform workers, chief minister A Revanth Reddy on Monday directed officials to include provisions for a dedicated welfare fund, accident coverage, and health insurance in the proposed Gig and Platform Workers Welfare Bill. The draft legislation is expected to offer legal recognition and improved social security to thousands of gig workers across the state. Chairing a high-level review meeting at the secretariat, the CM asked senior officials to ensure that comprehensive data on gig workers is maintained online for transparency and effective implementation. He also suggested expanding the scope of the draft bill to better address the needs of this growing segment of the workforce. You Can Also Check: Hyderabad AQI | Weather in Hyderabad | Bank Holidays in Hyderabad | Public Holidays in Hyderabad Officials informed the CM that the draft policy proposes the formation of a welfare board with state govt representation to oversee the implementation of welfare schemes. Revanth made several suggestions to further enhance the impact of the proposed Act, which is likely to become one of the first such state-level frameworks for gig economy workers in the country. Earlier in the day, Revanth also chaired a separate review on the establishment of advanced technology centres (ATCs) under the Telangana Rising-2047 vision. by Taboola by Taboola Sponsored Links Sponsored Links Promoted Links Promoted Links You May Like If you have a mouse, play this game for 1 minute Navy Quest Undo The CM instructed officials to develop a model ATC in Genome Valley, equipped with training modules in pharmaceuticals, biotechnology, and life sciences tailored to industry needs. He emphasised that training at ATCs should align with the skill demands of emerging sectors. "Ensure the swift completion of all ATCs and offer industry-relevant training. I will personally conduct surprise inspections to monitor progress," he said. Officials informed him that 111 ATCs are being developed in three phases—25 in phase I, 40 in phase II, and 46 in phase III. Of these, 49 centres have already become operational. Revanth also suggested engaging skilled construction firms to fast-track ATC infrastructure. A poster on ATCs was released by the CM at the meeting.
Time of India
6 hours ago
- Politics
- Time of India
Revanth, Bhatti to meet Cong brass, MPs to seek support for 42% BC quota
Hyderabad: Chief minister A Revanth Reddy and deputy chief minister Bhatti Vikramarka will meet AICC president and Leader of the Opposition in the Rajya Sabha, Mallikarjun Kharge, and LoP in the Lok Sabha, Rahul Gandhi , along with all Congress MPs in New Delhi on July 24. They aim to seek support for exerting pressure on the govt during the ongoing parliament session to include enhanced BC reservations in the IX Schedule of the Constitution. The possibility of CM Revanth leaving for New Delhi on Tuesday or Wednesday is not ruled out, as he plans to meet Prime Minister Narendra Modi and President Droupadi Murmu, depending on their availability. PM Modi is scheduled to visit the United Kingdom and Maldives from July 23 to July 26. The CM is likely to stay back in Delhi after his July 24 meeting with Congress top leaders and meet Union ministers. Congress MPs Mallu Ravi and Chamala Kiran Kumar Reddy confirmed on Monday that Revanth and Bhatti would be in the national capital on July 24 to meet Kharge and Rahul Gandhi. On the same day in the evening, the CM will make a PowerPoint presentation to all the MPs of Congress from Lok Sabha and Rajya Sabha on the caste survey held in Telangana . by Taboola by Taboola Sponsored Links Sponsored Links Promoted Links Promoted Links You May Like Nvidia's AI Strategy Is Clear - But Is Wall Street Paying Attention? Seeking Alpha Read More Undo This includes the two bills providing 42% reservations to the BCs and the ordinance sent to the governor for extending the quota to BCs in local bodies. You Can Also Check: Hyderabad AQI | Weather in Hyderabad | Bank Holidays in Hyderabad | Public Holidays in Hyderabad The PowerPoint presentation would be made at Indira Bhavan, the AICC headquarters in New Delhi, on Thursday evening. Revanth would also meet the MPs of other like-minded parties to seek support for BC quota inclusion in the Constitution. The Congress MPs stated that the Independent Expert Working Group (IEWG), constituted by the Telangana govt to study the caste survey in the state, recently submitted a comprehensive report on its study and analysis of the caste survey. The CM is likely to share some finer points of it with Kharge and Rahul Gandhi, and later during the PowerPoint presentation.
Time of India
7 hours ago
- Business
- Time of India
Welfare fund & insurance cover for gig workers in T
Hyderabad: In a move aimed at safeguarding the interests of gig and platform workers, chief minister A Revanth Reddy Monday directed officials to include provisions for a dedicated welfare fund, accident coverage, and health insurance in the proposed Gig and Platform Workers Welfare Bill. The draft legislation is expected to offer legal recognition and improved social security to thousands of gig workers across the state. At a high-level review meeting at the secretariat, the CM asked senior officials to ensure that comprehensive data on gig workers is maintained online for transparency and effective implementation. He also suggested expanding the scope of the draft bill to better address the needs of this growing segment of the workforce. You Can Also Check: Hyderabad AQI | Weather in Hyderabad | Bank Holidays in Hyderabad | Public Holidays in Hyderabad Officials informed the CM that the draft policy proposes the formation of a welfare board with state govt representation to oversee the implementation of welfare schemes. Revanth made several suggestions to further enhance the impact of the proposed Act, which is likely to become one of the first such state-level frameworks for gig economy workers in the country. Earlier in the day, Revanth also chaired a separate review on the establishment of advanced technology centres (ATCs) under the Telangana Rising-2047 vision. by Taboola by Taboola Sponsored Links Sponsored Links Promoted Links Promoted Links You May Like Villas For Sale in Dubai Might Surprise You Villas in Dubai | Search Ads Get Info Undo The CM instructed officials to develop a model ATC in Genome Valley, equipped with training modules in pharmaceuticals, biotechnology, and life sciences tailored to industry needs. He emphasised that training at ATCs should align with the skill demands of emerging sectors. "Ensure the swift completion of all ATCs and offer industry-relevant training. I will personally conduct surprise inspections to monitor progress," he said. Officials informed him that 111 ATCs are being developed in three phases—25 in phase I, 40 in phase II, and 46 in phase III. Of these, 49 centres have already become operational. Revanth also suggested engaging skilled construction firms to fast-track ATC infrastructure. A poster on ATCs was released by the CM.
Time of India
2 days ago
- Politics
- Time of India
Expert group submits report on caste survey to Telangana govt
HYDERABAD: The Independent Expert Working Group (IEWG), led by former Supreme Court judge B Sudarshan Reddy, submitted its 300-page report to the state govt on Saturday. The group termed the methodology of the Congress govt-conducted Socio-Economic, Education, Employment, Political and Caste (SEEEPC) survey as scientific, authentic, and reliable, stating that it will become a role model for the nation. Chief minister A Revanth Reddy, along with deputy CM Bhatti Vikramarka, some ministers received the report at a programme at MCRHRD Institute. The CM said the report would be placed in the next cabinet meeting, likely to be held on July 25, for discussion. The 300-page report assumes significance as the govt is set to earmark 42% reservations to the Backward Classes (BCs) in local bodies and is awaiting approval of the ordinance it sent to the governor. The high court had directed the state govt to complete the election to panchayats by Sept 30, including fixing reservations in a month. CM Revanth said, "This is not just data but Telangana's mega health check-up X-ray. As promised by Rahul Gandhi, we successfully conducted a caste survey in the state. This report will be useful for the uplift of the weaker sections in the state and for implementing social justice." You Can Also Check: Hyderabad AQI | Weather in Hyderabad | Bank Holidays in Hyderabad | Public Holidays in Hyderabad Revanth further requested the expert group to study the differences between urban and rural areas and the reasons for them. "We request the committee to identify the needs of the people and give appropriate suggestions," he added. Sources told TOI that the report submitted by the expert group calculated a composite backwardness index (CBI) for each of the 242 castes in the SEEEPC survey. The report presents a first-of-its-kind analytical model to measure socio-economic backwardness and assigns a CBI score and rank for all 242 castes. The expert group was tasked to study, verify, analyse, and interpret the SEEEPC survey data of various castes. It was appointed on March 12, 2025. Kancha Ilaiah (vice chairman), Praveen Chakravarthy (convenor), Prof Shantha Sinha, Sukhadeo Thorat, Himanshu, Nikhil Dey, Prof Bhangya Bhukya, and Prof K Purushottam Reddy, among others, comprise the expert working group that studied, verified, analysed, and interpreted the SEEEPC survey. 'Make report public' Meanwhile, Telangana BC Commission chairman G Niranjan on Saturday said the independent expert group has submitted its report on the caste survey to the state govt, adding that it will serve as a valuable tool for advancing social justice. He recommended that the report be made public to ensure transparency.
Hans India
2 days ago
- Politics
- Hans India
Revanth is a country chicken… KTR is a broiler chicken, says Jagga Reddy
Hyderabad: Telangana PCC working president T Jagga Reddy on Saturday described Chief Minister Revanth Reddy as a 'country chicken' and BRS leader KTR as a 'broiler chicken'. At a press conference in Gandhi Bhavan, he addressed Rao saying: 'KTR, you don't have the stature to question Revanth's manliness' Reddy advised KTR: 'Don't provoke Revanth unnecessarily. If you throw away security and challenge him with 'Ra Ra Sale' (come fight me), can you actually handle it? You don't have the guts. If Revanth suddenly shows up, you might get a heart attack, be careful. You once sent police into Revanth's bedroom, but now, Revanth isn't sending police into your house. That's the difference between us and you.' He further said: 'Under Rahul Gandhi's leadership, Revanth as CM and his ministers are implementing public welfare schemes magnificently. Schemes that you didn't implement in ten years—we are implementing in just 18 months. Ready for a debate?'. Reddy listed the schemes under CM- free bus travel for women; ration cards, fine rice, and bonuses for fine grain; Indiramma houses; 200 units of free electricity. Reddy challenged KTR : 'Let's debate in Siddipet, Sircilla and Gajwel. Are you ready?', while observing: 'no matter how many insults we hurl at your 10-year rule, it's not wrong. For the atrocities committed by KCR's family on Mallannasagar farmers, mere abuses aren't enough. Their bodies should be buried in the ground, heads above, and snakes released on them, only then they'll feel the hell they created.' He further said: 'KTR, you can't fight with police when you're in Opposition. You only use the police when you're in power. We stood against the police even when we were in Opposition. That's our manliness. Compared to our manliness, what is yours? don't provoke Revanth unnecessarily. It has been 18 months since Revanth Reddy became CM. We have many reasons to criticise KCR's family. They didn't fulfill the promises made in 10 years, hence the criticism. They promised Rs 1 lakh loan waivers, but only paid 4 instalments; interest has piled up; they didn't give reservations to minorities – that's why they're criticised; promised jobs for every household, but failed to deliver; promised double-bedroom homes never delivered'. According to Reddy, KTR is burning with jealousy. 'Let's hold a discussion with women in Sircilla; why this barrage of insults, KTR? what mistake did Revanth Reddy make to deserve your curses? He asked 'Ready to debate about free bus rides? CM and minister Ponnam will convince you; are we not giving cooking gas at Rs 500?; are we not giving 200 units of free electricity? we started Indiramma housing; ministers will come let's discuss'. The senior Congress leaders quipped: 'KCR's rule was like a bad movie – 'Aha Naa Pellanta' style. We increased Aarogyasri coverage to Rs 10 lakh. Come, let's talk; what happened to women's groups over the past 10 years? Seethakka will come to discuss. Come; fine rice is reaching every village – Uttam Kumar Reddy will come to debate. You come too; we are building integrated schools with Rs 200 crore; did KCR ever even think of such things?' He remarked: 'While CM Revanth is doing so many good things, KTR is abusing him and the ministers? If we start insulting, it won't help anyone. Whoever is writing KTR's scripts is doing a poor job; looking at KTR evokes pity'.
