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The Hindu
3 hours ago
- The Hindu
The Hindu former photographer Ch. V.S. Vijayabhaskar receives rare honour
The Hindu former photographer and veteran photojournalist Ch. V.S. Vijayabhaskar Rao has been conferred with the prestigious Honorary Fellowship of the Federation of Indian Photography (Hon. FIP) award, making it a proud moment not only for the journalism community, but also for the Telugu-speaking people. This rare recognition is awarded to only one individual globally each year, based on exceptional lifetime contributions to the field of photography. Mr. Vijayabhaskar, with decades of service as a photojournalist and art photographer, earned this honour through his dedication and artistic excellence. A retired chief photojournalist of The Hindu, Mr. Vijayabhaskar worked with several publications including the Indian Express, Andhra Prabha, Deccan Chronicle, and Andhra Bhoomi. Even post-retirement, he continues to pursue photojournalism with passion. Currently serving as president of the Andhra Pradesh Photojournalists' Association, he is also a guest faculty member at Acharya Nagarjuna University. An explorer of wildlife photography, he has travelled across India and even to Kenya to document nature. His photograph 'Thirsty' was featured in the souvenir of the Royal Photographic Society's 150th anniversary in London. He has also won UNESCO awards twice and served as a judge in numerous photo competitions worldwide.
Time of India
a day ago
- Business
- Time of India
Namaste Or Namaskaram... AP, Telangana turn welcoming
New Delhi: Amid ongoing Hindi imposition row in Maharashtra and southern states, the Telugu-speaking states of Telangana and Andhra Pradesh have waded into the debate and sent out a message of inclusivity. Andhra Pradesh, under N Chandrababu Naidu's TDP, has struck an inclusive chord by assuring investors that it is offering a safe and investment-friendly environment. IT and electronics minister Nara Lokesh has given a call to the industry to "come, and build in Andhra Pradesh" irrespective of any language you speak. This comes close on the heels of Telangana government's 'Telangana Rising 2047' campaign poster which has a map of Hyderabad with 'welcome' written in at least 34 languages, including in Urdu, English, Hindi, Tamil, Telugu, Kannada, French, Hebrew, Spanish and Japanese. The poster reads, 'Hyderabad Welcomes Everyone'.
India Today
3 days ago
- India Today
Lured abroad with jobs, forced into scams: Andhra cops bust racket, 85 rescued
Andhra Pradesh police have rescued 85 individuals and arrested 20 accused in connection with an international human trafficking racket that lured Indian youths into scam operations in Southeast Asia under the pretence of offering data entry a press conference on Wednesday, City Police Commissioner Sankhabrata Bagchi said the most recent arrests were made on July 14, when two agents, Suresh and Adilakshmi, were apprehended at Visakhapatnam Airport while attempting to traffic four persons to Cambodia. The incident is part of a wider crackdown on transnational cybercrime networks. Nine human trafficking cases have so far been registered in this ongoing to police, the victims were sent to scam centres in Cambodia, Myanmar, Thailand, and Laos, where they were allegedly coerced into running online frauds. The majority of those trafficked were Telugu-speaking youths from Andhra Pradesh and Telangana. Investigators estimate that around 500 individuals from northern Andhra Pradesh are currently trapped in Myanmar and Cambodia, having been duped by fake job offers. The Commissioner said Suresh, one of the recently arrested agents, had previously worked in a Cambodian cybercrime hub before returning to India to recruit more victims. The prime suspect in the case has been identified as Vijayakumar, also known as Sunny, who allegedly coordinated the recruitment trafficked youths were allegedly forced to carry out online investment scams involving fake stocks, cryptocurrencies, and digital gold. The illicit proceeds were reportedly laundered through several layers, converted into cryptocurrency, and routed to seized two mobile phones, 20 SIM cards, Rs 50,000 in cash, and 2,000 dollars (approximately Rs 1.8 lakh) from the accused during the latest Bagchi warned that recruitment agents and consultancy firms operating without proper authorisation would face action under the Immigration Act, 1983. He urged job seekers to remain vigilant and verify credentials before accepting overseas support victims and their families, Visakhapatnam Police have launched a dedicated helpline: 79950 95799.- Ends IN THIS STORY#Andhra Pradesh#Telangana
Time of India
3 days ago
- Entertainment
- Time of India
‘Hari Hara Veera Mallu' Burj Khalifa claim: Viral trailer video declared FAKE– Read more
A viral claim surrounding the upcoming Telugu film 'Hari Hara Veera Mallu,' starring Pawan Kalyan . The claim stated that the trailer of the film was played on the iconic Burj Khalifa in Dubai and a short video and photo showing the trailer being projected onto the tall Burj Khalifa building began circulating widely across all social media platforms and especially among fan pages and supporters of the film. Many fans believed the event had genuinely taken place and began celebrating it online as a big promotional achievement. Fake video goes viral According to a report by 123 Telugu, the visuals that were shared online were not real. They were reportedly created by a fake X (formerly Twitter) account that had been impersonating the official handle of the film 'Hari Hara Veera Mallu.' The account posted edited visuals showing the trailer on Burj Khalifa, which then went viral due to its realistic appearance and the excitement surrounding the film's release. The film's producers did initially consider launching the trailer at Burj Khalifa as a part of the movie's promotion, the idea was later dropped and there was no actual trailer screening on the skyscraper. Fans should never fall for such fake news and must verify any such news through official websites and trusted sources before believing or spreading them across. About the film 'Hari Hara Veera Mallu', starring Pawan Kalyan, Nidhhi Agerwal , and Bobby Deol, is set to release in theatres on July 24, 2025. The film is not being promoted extensively outside of the Telugu-speaking regions as of now. However, a major pre-release event has been scheduled in Vizag on July 20, 2025, which is expected to attract a large crowd.
Time of India
3 days ago
- Politics
- Time of India
Political manoeuvring overshadowing efforts: Telangana BJP to form panel on Krishna-Godavari water dispute, says N Ramchander Rao
HYDERABAD: Telangana BJP chief N Ramchander Rao announced on Thursday that the party would establish a dedicated committee to thoroughly examine the contentious issue of water sharing between the Godavari and Krishna rivers, particularly in relation to the Banakacharla project involving neighbouring AP. Rao expressed concern that political manoeuvring was overshadowing sincere efforts to resolve these critical inter-state water disputes . Despite the challenges, he conveyed optimism that a harmonious resolution could ultimately be achieved. Meanwhile, Union minister of state Bandi Sanjay expressed his support for the recent meeting between chief ministers of the two Telugu-speaking states, aimed at addressing the pressing issues facing both regions. He stressed the need for clarity, claiming that the Bharat Rashtra Samithi (BRS) and the Congress party in Telangana are essentially two sides of the same coin. Sanjay urged the people of Telangana to reflect on their choices, whether they prefer a govt rooted in conspiracy politics or one committed to addressing and resolving real issues.
