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Hans India
4 days ago
- General
- Hans India
Paddy worth crores sent to mills lacking quality machines
Wanaparthy: Even as the government is keeping a strict vigilance on paddy procurement and supply, the Civil Supplies Department in Wanaparthy has allegedly allocated paddy to several rice mills lacking mandatory Satex and FRK machines; the equipment essential for rice quality inspection and fortification. Reportedly, out of the 74 mills that received paddy allocations during the current Yasangi (Rabi) season, nearly half of the raw rice mills are functioning without the required machines. The government has mandated that every rice mill must be equipped with a Satex machine to check grain quality and an FRK machine to meet nutritional guidelines. Shockingly, allocations have allegedly been made without verifying the operational status of the mills or ensuring the presence of storage space, electricity, or functioning machinery. Inspections have reportedly been bypassed, with officials relying on incomplete or manipulated inspection reports. In Wanaparthy mandal alone, a raw rice mill without a Satex machine was allotted 3,000 metric tonnes of paddy. So far, it has received 5,800 bags of fine variety and 3,500 bags of coarse variety paddy, with another 65,700 bags reportedly in the pipeline. Officials claim the mill owner submitted a declaration promising to install the Satex machine within two months. At procurement godowns, technical assistants are expected to certify the rice quality before approval. However, serious questions are being raised about how paddy from unqualified mills is passing quality checks. When contacted, District Supply Officer Kashi Vishwanatham admitted that 15–20 mills are operating without the mandated machines but have been told to install them. Additional Collector (Revenue) Venkateswarlu stated that only previously approved mills are being allotted paddy and that no new mills are receiving allocations.
Hans India
19-05-2025
- Health
- Hans India
‘Check BP - Stop Stroke' campaign launched
Ongole: The Indian Stroke Association (ISA) conducted 'Check BP - Stop Stroke' awareness programme, in collaboration with Indian Red Cross Society, Rotary Club, and Ongole branch of the Indian Medical Association, at the IMA Hall here on Sunday. Dr Venkateswarlu, Medical and Health Officer of Prakasam district, attended as the chief guest, while ISA president Dr Vijaya, IMA Ongole president Dr Siva Sitaramaiah, IMA Ongole Secretary Dr Mani Babu, NCD Programme Officer Dr Bhagiratha, and senior neurosurgeons Dr Sundar Rao and Dr Madhu Kiran Reddy attended as guests. During the event, DMHO Dr Venkateswarlu assured that the government would fully support this 'Check BP - Stop Stroke' campaign. Dr Siva Sitaramaiah highlighted that many patients discontinue blood pressure medications after temporary improvement, leading to dangerous complications. ISA President Dr Vijaya delivered a presentation on 'Hypertension and Stroke', revealing alarming statistics that three people suffer brain strokes every minute in India. She said that over 1.80 million Indians are affected by stroke annually, with 25 percent of patients being under 40 years of age. She emphasised that 80 percent of strokes can be prevented through awareness. As part of the campaign that included free blood pressure testing services, Dr Venkateswarlu and Dr Vijaya inaugurated a mobile BP bus. Dr Arvind Sharma, the ISA Secretary, announced plans to expand this initiative across all districts in Andhra Pradesh and nationwide. Healthcare workers, including ANMs and ASHA workers, enthusiastically participated in the programme. They pledged to take this campaign to every household by conducting BP checks and raising awareness throughout the community.
Hans India
09-05-2025
- Hans India
Serve tasty and hygienic dishes to devotees: TTD Additional EO
Tirumala: Addressing a meeting with the hotel operators and local stake holders at Asthana Mandapam in Tirumala on Thursday, Additional EO Ch Venkaiah Chowdary emphasized that high-quality food must be served with devotion, keeping in mind the health safety of the devotees. He emphasized that the pilgrimage to Tirumala should be a sweet and memorable experience, hotel staff should avoid mistakes, hotel owners to strictly follow legal norms, regularly clean the premises, and adhere to a checklist that TTD's Health Department provides them daily. He also warned that officials from TTD will conduct surprise inspections. He said TTD is already providing quality meals through the Matrusri Tarigonda Vengamamba Annaprasadam Complex (MTVAC) and 33 food counters in high-traffic areas. He stressed that hotel staff must wear traditional attire, reflecting Telugu culture. Hotel operators must display their trade licenses, GST certificates, and provide facilities for digital payments. They should renew their licenses within the stipulated time and display price lists prominently. He then asked officials to ensure safe LPG cylinder usage in kitchens and asked the hoteliers to take collective responsibility for cleanliness, also provide safe drinking water and avoid wastage of water and electricity. The meeting was attended by Estate Officer Venkateswarlu, Annaprasadam Deputy EO Rajendra Kumar, DyEO Health Somannarayana, Special Officer of Catering Shastry, , and other officials along with hotel operators.
Time of India
24-04-2025
- Science
- Time of India
8 topics picked for climate tech challenge hackathon
Vijayawada: Andhra Pradesh science city has decided to launch several initiatives to promote green energy and protection of environment with the support of students and NGOs. Science city planned to conduct a hackathon challenge competition on Thursday. AP science city chief executive officer (CEO) Kesineni Venkateswarlu said that they have lined up several programmes to involve the students with brightest brains. He said that they will conduct hackathon to invite innovative ideas to find out the best solution to handle the environmental hazards. He said that they would also initiate the seedball distribution programme across the state to promote greenery. by Taboola by Taboola Sponsored Links Sponsored Links Promoted Links Promoted Links You May Like Trade Bitcoin & Ethereum – No Wallet Needed! IC Markets Start Now Undo "Increasing the green cover on a war footing basis is the only way to tackle the natural calamities that are taking place due to global warming," said Venkateswarlu. He said that they have selected eight topics for climate tech challenge hackathon competition including sustainable agriculture and smart water management, clean and affordable energy access, waste to wealth–circular economy innovations, climate-smart mobility and low-carbon transport, affordable air and water quality monitoring.
United News of India
23-04-2025
- Business
- United News of India
Visakhapatnam: two-day Skill development programme for contract workmen begins at HSL
Visakhapatnam, Apr 23 (UNI) Hindustan Shipyard Limited (HSL) introduced a pioneering initiative to Reskill and Upskill its contract workmen, aligning with GoI's Skill India Mission. The programme was inaugurated by Capt Venkateswarlu, Director (Shipbuilding) here on Wednesday. Speaking on the occasion, he explained the objective of the programme and encouraged participants to develop quality in workmanship across all streams of Shipbuilding. Training programme is being conducted in bilingual language by In-house experts for the benefit of the workmen, he added. The two-day Quality Improvement and Compliance Knowledge (QUICK) training program aims to benefit around 2000 contract workmen, enhancing their capabilities in Shipbuilding Technology. HSL, by investing in its silent workforce, is improving shipbuilding quality and ensuring professional growth. Cmde Hemant Khatri, CMD of HSL, said that contractor workmen are the backbone of HSL's operations, and by empowering them with the right skills, they are building a stronger, more efficient, and more effective workforce, which will contribute to the Nation's Maritime Might. This initiative is another step towards motivating and supporting HSL's contract workmen, following the institution of Group Personal Accident Insurance policy. HSL is committed to continuing such trainings throughout the year. UNI KNR
