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Hans India
21 hours ago
- Politics
- Hans India
Minister promises house soon to every eligible person
Visakhapatnam: A detailed investigation into irregularities in the construction of houses and development of layouts during the YSRCP rule will be launched and strict action would be taken against those responsible, said housing minister Kolusu Parthasarathy. Visiting housing layouts in Anandapuram and Sabbavaram mandals here on Friday, he said that houses with all amenities will be built for the eligible poor in the state. He said that pending works in the colonies would be completed and they would be made ready for occupancy at the earliest. The minister emphasised that due to lack of proper planning during the previous government's tenure, standard of the houses went for a toss. Further, Parthasarathy said that the BC, SC and ST communities are facing financial difficulties and this was discussed in the meeting held with the Chief Minister N Chandrababu Naidu recently. He informed that Rs 50,000 will be sanctioned additionally to BC beneficiaries and SCs, and Rs.1 lakh to STs living in the tribal areas. The housing minister assured that steps would be taken to bring shopping complexes near the colonies and that activities will be designed to increase the economic power of the poor. He recalled that the previous government could not utilise the Jal Jeevan Mission and AMRUT schemes, and that the Centre had extended the deadline for those schemes due to the initiative of the Chief Minister and Deputy Chief Minister Pawan Kalyan. The minister assured that by utilising the schemes, drinking water facility will be provided to every NTR Colony very soon and electricity would also be provided within two to three months. Further, the minister said that the housing department will temporarily take the support from GVMC and VMRDA to provide electricity and drinking water facilities in the colonies. Speaking on the occasion, Bheemunipatnam MLA Ganta Srinivasa Rao and Pendurthi MLA Panchakarla Ramesh Babu appealed to the minister to provide infrastructure in swift manner, grant additional financial assistance and cooperate in inaugurating the houses soon. MLC Vepada Chiranjeevi Rao, former MLC Duvvarapu Rama Rao, Housing Corporation chairman B Tatayya Babu, TDP district president Gandi Babji, housing PD Satthibabu, EE Srinivasa Rao and other public representatives were present.
Time of India
4 days ago
- Business
- Time of India
Andhra Pradesh cabinet clears new land pooling rules for capital region
AMARAVATI : The Andhra Pradesh cabinet on Tuesday approved the Andhra Pradesh Capital Region Land Pooling Scheme Formulation and Implementation Rules 2025, along with several other proposals, Information and Public Relations (I&PR) Minister K Parthasarathy said. Addressing a press conference at the Secretariat, Parthasarathy noted that the land pooling rules have been framed with the vision of transforming Amaravati into a global city, a financial powerhouse for the state, attracting international educational institutions, establishing an airport, and fulfilling other development requirements. "The Andhra Pradesh Capital Region Land Pooling Scheme Formulation and Implementation Rules 2025 have been approved, keeping the future in mind and to ensure competitiveness with other major cities in the country," Parthasarathy said. All land parcels identified under the land pooling scheme will be brought under a uniform framework, unlike the earlier system where different parcels followed different rules, he added. The greenfield capital city of Amaravati already has a land bank of 54,000 acres, while Naidu aims to acquire another 40,000 acres to transform the region into a futuristic megapolis by integrating Guntur, Vijayawada, Mangalagiri, and Tadepalli. According to Parthasarathy, the land pooling rules have been designed in a manner favourable to farmers. The cabinet has also approved orders to issue Letters of Agreement (LOA) to three contractors-NCC, Shapoorji Pallonji, and L&T-for the construction of 69 lakh sq ft of office space in Amaravati. These projects include the construction of the Heads of the Departments' towers and the General Administration Department (GAD) towers. The minister said the cabinet approved orders for NCC to build two GAD towers at Rs 844 crore, L&T to construct another two GAD towers at Rs 1,247 crore, and Shapoorji Pallonji to build HoD towers at Rs 1,423 crore. Similarly, the cabinet approved a proposal to lease 55 acres of land to the Indian Institute of Legal Education and Research at the rate of Re 1 per sq m per annum in Amaravati. Parthasarathy said the state had initially planned to allot land for the institution at Rs 50 lakh per acre, but dropped the idea as the total cost would have been Rs 25 crore, making the project unviable for the institution. The cabinet also approved the appointment of building inspectors as part of the Andhra Pradesh Capital Region Development Authority (APCRDA) human resources policy. Given the increased workload and rising number of building permits, 40 town planning assistant posts have been created, along with a promotion channel for these positions, among other decisions.
Hans India
4 days ago
- Business
- Hans India
AP Cabinet nod for new land pooling norms in Amaravati
Vijayawada: The state Cabinet, chaired by Chief Minister Nara Chandrababu Naidu, on Tuesday gave its nod for the Andhra Pradesh Capital Region Land Pooling Scheme Formulation and Implementation Rules 2025. It also approved several other proposals. Speaking to the media at the Secretariat after the Cabinet meet, Information and Public Relations (I&PR) Minister K Parthasarathy said the land pooling rules were framed with an aim to transform Amaravati into a global city, a financial powerhouse for the state, attracting international educational institutions, establishing an airport, and fulfilling other development requirements. "The Andhra Pradesh Capital Region Land Pooling Scheme Formulation and Implementation Rules 2025 have been approved, keeping the future in mind and to ensure competitiveness with other major cities in the country,' Parthasarathy said. All land parcels identified under the land pooling scheme will be brought under a uniform framework, unlike the earlier system where different parcels followed different rules, he added. The government, which already acquired 54,000 acres through land pooling, aims to acquire an additional 40,000 acres to transform the region into a metropolis by integrating Guntur, Vijayawada, Mangalagiri, and Tadepalli. The minister said the land pooling rules had been designed to benefit farmers. Besides the land pooling norms, the Cabinet also approved orders to issue Letters of Agreement (LOA) to three contractors - NCC, Shapoorji Pallonji, and L&T - for the construction of 69 lakh sq ft of office space in Amaravati. These projects include the construction of the Heads of the Departments' towers and the General Administration Department (GAD) towers. Parthasarathy explained that the Cabinet approved orders for NCC to build two GAD towers at Rs 844 crore, L&T to construct another two GAD towers at Rs 1,247 crore, and Shapoorji Pallonji to build HoD towers at Rs 1,423 crore. Similarly, it has given a nod for a proposal to lease 55 acres of land to the Indian Institute of Legal Education and Research at the rate of Re 1 per sq m per annum in Amaravati. Parthasarathy said the state had initially planned to allot land for the institution at Rs 50 lakh per acre, but dropped the idea as the total cost would have been Rs 25 crore, making the project unviable for the institution. Further approvals included the appointment of 40 town planning assistants in CRDA and the establishment of nine more Anna canteens. The Cabinet, led by the Chief Minister, also greenlit the AP Building Rules Amendment proposal, aiming to liberalise building regulations and stimulate construction activity across the state. Additionally, the Cabinet decided to appoint international tennis player Saketh Sai as a deputy collector under the sports quota. Further, the Chief Minister instructed ministers and MLAs to organise meetings in their respective constituencies to highlight the achievements of the NDA government over the past year. He also announced that a door-to-door campaign programme would commence from July 1.
Hindustan Times
5 days ago
- Business
- Hindustan Times
Andhra cabinet clears new land pooling rules for capital region
Amaravati, The Andhra Pradesh cabinet on Tuesday approved the Andhra Pradesh Capital Region Land Pooling Scheme Formulation and Implementation Rules 2025, along with several other proposals, Information and Public Relations Minister K Parthasarathy said. Andhra cabinet clears new land pooling rules for capital region Addressing a press conference at the Secretariat, Parthasarathy noted that the land pooling rules have been framed with the vision of transforming Amaravati into a global city, a financial powerhouse for the state, attracting international educational institutions, establishing an airport, and fulfilling other development requirements. "The Andhra Pradesh Capital Region Land Pooling Scheme Formulation and Implementation Rules 2025 have been approved, keeping the future in mind and to ensure competitiveness with other major cities in the country,' Parthasarathy said. All land parcels identified under the land pooling scheme will be brought under a uniform framework, unlike the earlier system where different parcels followed different rules, he added. The greenfield capital city of Amaravati already has a land bank of 54,000 acres, while Naidu aims to acquire another 40,000 acres to transform the region into a futuristic megapolis by integrating Guntur, Vijayawada, Mangalagiri, and Tadepalli. According to Parthasarathy, the land pooling rules have been designed in a manner favourable to farmers. The cabinet has also approved orders to issue Letters of Agreement to three contractors—NCC, Shapoorji Pallonji, and L&T—for the construction of 69 lakh sq ft of office space in Amaravati. These projects include the construction of the Heads of the Departments' towers and the General Administration Department towers. The minister said the cabinet approved orders for NCC to build two GAD towers at ₹ 844 crore, L&T to construct another two GAD towers at ₹ 1,247 crore, and Shapoorji Pallonji to build HoD towers at ₹ 1,423 crore. Similarly, the cabinet approved a proposal to lease 55 acres of land to the Indian Institute of Legal Education and Research at the rate of Re 1 per sq m per annum in Amaravati. Parthasarathy said the state had initially planned to allot land for the institution at ₹ 50 lakh per acre, but dropped the idea as the total cost would have been ₹ 25 crore, making the project unviable for the institution. The cabinet also approved the appointment of building inspectors as part of the Andhra Pradesh Capital Region Development Authority human resources policy. Given the increased workload and rising number of building permits, 40 town planning assistant posts have been created, along with a promotion channel for these positions, among other decisions. This article was generated from an automated news agency feed without modifications to text.
Time of India
20-06-2025
- Lifestyle
- Time of India
From temple trail to office desk: Unique yoga trends reshaping city's wellness culture
From underwater postures to heritage-themed yoga experiences, here are five unique yoga trends gaining traction in the city: Long known for its deep-rooted connection to spiritual disciplines, Chennai is now seeing a creative transformation in its yoga practices. Blending tradition with innovation, these emerging yoga trends are not only rejuvenating the body but also redefining the wellness culture of the city. From underwater postures to heritage-themed yoga experiences, here are five unique yoga trends gaining traction in the city: Sundown rooftop yoga with Carnatic fusion This type of yoga is set against the city's twilight sky. Rooftop yoga is now paired with live Carnatic music fusions performed by young artistes. These sessions on terrace gardens and coworking rooftops offer a perfect escape from Chennai's traffic chaos, with sound and motion creating a sensory detox. Underwater yoga on ECR Imagine holding your breath in sync with your breathwork – quite literally. A handful of coastal resorts along the East Coast Road (ECR) now offer underwater yoga classes in specially designed pools. This innovative trend combines pranayama and asanas with the calming resistance of water, improving lung capacity and focus. Temple trail yoga This trend invites practitioners on a journey through Chennai's rich spiritual tapestry. by Taboola by Taboola Sponsored Links Sponsored Links Promoted Links Promoted Links You May Like Esse novo alarme com câmera é quase gratuito em Piraquara (consulte o preço) Alarmes Undo Led by heritage yogis, temple trail yoga involves early morning sessions at historical temples like Kapaleeshwarar and Parthasarathy, where the architecture and spiritual ambiance intensify the meditative experience. Office desk yoga for corporate wellness Companies in Chennai's IT hubs like Guindy and OMR are introducing desk yoga during work hours. Instructors conduct 15–20 minute sessions involving neck rolls, wrist stretches, and desk-side breathing techniques. The reason why it's needed is that it reduces stress, eye strain, and physical fatigue among deskbound professionals without interrupting workflow. Eco-yoga in urban forests As part of the urban greening wave, a few NGOs and eco-groups in the city have introduced eco-yoga - community yoga events in reclaimed forest pockets like Semmozhi Poonga and Nageswara Rao Park. These sessions include mud grounding, barefoot walking, and forest breathing, promoting harmony with nature. One step to a healthier you—join Times Health+ Yoga and feel the change
