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The Hindu
6 days ago
- Politics
- The Hindu
Bharath wants ‘new look' Kurnool city
Industries and Commerce Minister T.G. Bharath told the officials that he wanted to give Kurnool city a new look. Mr. Bharath held a review meeting with the municipal officials on Wednesday, where he suggested that Kurnool city be developed along the lines of Visakhapatnam. 'We have completed more than one year of governance. We need to finish the development works in the remaining time and there should not be any delay. All the works for which foundation stones have been laid should be completed within the stipulated time,' he told the officials. The Minister said that quality should be maintained in the works taken up and asked officials to take action against contractors who delayed the execution of works. He also asked them to complete the ongoing roadworks on the banks of Handri-Neeva from Yellamma temple at Raj Vihar to Jammi Chett and to take suggestions from the Water Resources Department for the strengthening of the bund. The officials were also told to prepare an action plan for collecting the long due property tax and trade licence arrears. Mr. Bharath asked them to focus on developing parks and complete the repair works by August end. 'Steps should be taken to repair the potholes without any delay. By the end of December this year, 30,000 saplings should be planted and officials should ensure their protection. The Secretariats functioning from community halls should be shifted to alternate places,' he instructed. He then asked the officials not to delay the road extension works and to pay compensation to those who lose their land due to the extension. Meanwhile, Mr. Bharath urged the people of Kurnool city to use the Puramithra App to notify officials of their complaints related to civic issues. He wanted them to send photographs through the app so that the officials could respond. 'Download the app brought by the Municipal Administration Department and upload the photos of any civic grievance on it. The officials will visit the place within 24 hours and will try to rectify the problem,' he said, and added that people need not visit government offices to get their problems resolved. Complaints related to bad roads, sanitation, water supply, street lights and others can be uploaded.
The Hindu
07-07-2025
- Business
- The Hindu
Andhra Pradesh government releases final master plan for Orvakal Node under Hyderabad
The Andhra Pradesh government has notified the final master plan for the Orvakal Node under the Hyderabad–Bengaluru Industrial Corridor (HBIC), covering a total area of 9,719 acres. The notification was issued on Monday through G.O. Ms. No. 121 by Industries and Commerce Secretary N. Yuvaraj, following a resolution by the A.P. Industrial Corridor Development Authority (APICDA). As per the plan, 52% of the land—about 5,017 acres—will be earmarked for industrial development. The remaining 4,702 acres will accommodate residential, commercial, transportation, public and semi-public facilities, utilities, recreational zones, green spaces, and water bodies. The APICDA, constituted under the provisions of the APICD Act, 2017, along with its Board and Executive Committee, has been tasked with implementing the master plan. The Vice-Chairman and Managing Director of the A.P. Industrial Infrastructure Corporation Ltd (APIIC) had earlier requested the issuance of a Gazette notification declaring Orvakal as an industrial node under HBIC. Following this, the APICDA formally approved the declaration and the final master plan, paving the way for accelerated industrial development in the region.
Time of India
04-07-2025
- Health
- Time of India
Haryana Minister Rao Narbir Singh flags off Surgical Robot Yatra in Gurugram
Gurugram : Haryana's Minister for Industries and Commerce Rao Narbir Singh flagged off the SSI MantraM 'Made in India' Surgical Robot Yatra in Gurugram on Wednesday. With the launch of the SSI MantraM Surgical Robot Yatra, India embarks on a transformative journey in healthcare, unveiling its first mobile robotic surgery training and demonstration unit, said an official. This innovative "telesurgery-on-wheels" initiative brings cutting-edge surgical technology and skill-building opportunities directly to hospitals and healthcare professionals across the country, he added. According to an official statement, developed indigenously, the unit is equipped to enable real-time collaboration and demonstrate the advanced features and capabilities of the SSI Mantra Surgical Robotic System. Through live simulations, interactive training modules, and guided demonstrations, it offers surgeons, medical students, and healthcare stakeholders a first-hand experience. This initiative marks a step towards increasing awareness and acceptance of robotic surgery in India - particularly by making cutting-edge surgical technologies more accessible to tier two and tier three cities. The minister said that it is a matter of immense pride that Haryana is home to SS Innovations, a company leading India's charge in the global field of surgical robotics. Dr Sudhir Srivastava, founder chairman and CEO of SS Innovations, said, "SSI MantraM is more than just a mobile robotic training and demonstration unit, it is a national movement to democratise and decentralise access to world-class surgical education and innovation." PTI COR MNK MNK
Business Recorder
26-06-2025
- Business
- Business Recorder
Govt recognises importance of chemical industry: minister
KARACHI: Provincial Minister of Industries and Commerce Jam Ikramullah Dharejo has said that the Sindh government fully recognised the importance of the chemical industry and committed to creating an enabling environment through progressive trade policies, ease-of-doing-business reforms, and targeted incentives. Inaugurating the Pakistan Chemical Expo 2025, organised by Chairman of Pakistan Chemical Manufacturers Association (PCMA) at Expo Centre here, he said that the chemical industry was viewed not only as a pillar of production but also as a potential engine for exports. He emphasised that the development of this sector should be the top priority for the government, adding that the government envisions Pakistan emerging as a regional as well as a global hub for chemical manufacturing. He said: 'the chemical industry is at the heart of modern manufacturing, from textiles and pharmaceuticals to agriculture and energy'. Secretary Industries and Commerce Muhammad Yasin Shar Baloch was also present. However, Haroon Ali Khan, Chairman of Pakistan Chemical Manufacturers Association (PCMA) emphasised the critical role of the chemical industry in Pakistan's economic growth, job creation, and export development. He underlined the Expo as a strategic initiative by PCMA to bridge the gap between industry, academia, and global markets while encouraging policy support and sustainable industrial practices. Copyright Business Recorder, 2025
The Hindu
17-06-2025
- Health
- The Hindu
Thematic yoga session held in Kurnool
A thematic yoga session was performed by sanitation workers, students and NCC cadets at the outdoor stadium in Kurnool city as part of the YogAndhra campaign on Tuesday. Minister for Industries and Commerce T.G. Bharath, Kurnool MP Bastipati Nagaraju, District Collector P. Ranjith Basha and others participated in the event. Speaking on the occasion, Mr. Bharath said that the district topped with 11 lakh registrations for participation in the YogAndhra campaign. Highlighting the benefits of yoga, he asked students to practice yoga for a better physical and mental health. The Minister said Chief Minister N. Chandrababu Naidu had initiated the month-long campaign to promote and create awareness about the benefits of yoga among all the sections of people to lead a healthy life. He expressed hope that the yoga session with five lakh participants in Visakhapatnam on June 21, in which Prime Minister Narendra Modi will also participate, will find a place in Guinness Book of World Records. On the occasion, he said that they would take steps to develop the outdoor stadium and will provide facilities like walking track and others at the stadium.
