Monthly Archives: June 2014

Nirmala Sitharaman Elected to RS from AP

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Hyderabad :

Union Minister Nirmala Sitharaman was today elected unopposed to the Rajya Sabha from (new) Andhra Pradesh.

The election was held to fill the vacancy in the upper house from Andhra Pradesh after the death of N Janardhan Reddy, an official release said.

The announcement of Sitharaman’s election was made as today is the last date for withdrawal of nominations.

Sitharaman, Union Minister for Commerce and Industry (Independent Charge) was the only candidate to contest in the poll.

The ruling TDP has backed the candidature of Sitharaman, who is married into a coastal Andhra family.

source: http://www.newindianexpress.com / The New Indian Express / Home> States / Andhra Pradesh / by PTI / June 26th, 2014

KLU Students to Bring Energy to Villages

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Vijayawada : 

Global Business Incubator (GBI) and Buffalo Grid Limited announced a strategic alliance in affiliation with KL University here Friday. KLU vice-resident Koneru Raja Harin told mediamen that Buffalo Grid’s partnership with GBI in association with KLU was aimed at providing the Buffalo Grid’s innovative ‘Off-Grid Electrical Solutions’ in the Indian rural markets and, leveraging the technical and marketing support from the KLU students.

“Our solution offers power to the rural people at affordable price. The off-grid technology focuses on cell phone charging and works on solar energy and thus can be used even during power cuts,” Off-Grid Electrical Solutions managing director Daniel Becerra said.

GBI director for India Srinivas Gogineni said that they were recruiting interested students in a training programme wherein they can turn into entrepreneurs to solve the problems in rural areas. “As many as 16 start-ups have been formed by the KLU students within a year. In the next three months, we are planning to introduce it to the students of other colleges as well.” He added that they were looking for tie-ups with companies for funding.

source: http://www.newindianexpress.com / The New Indian Express / Home> States / Andhra Pradesh / by Express News Service / June 28th, 2014

ANU Signs MoU with West Georgia University

Education, World Opinion

Guntur :

With a view to get a foreign degree to the students, Acharya Nagarjuna University (ANU) has signed a memorandum of understanding (MoU) with the University of West Georgia, and is in the process of signing two more MoUs with the Fort Valley State University, Georgia and the State University of New York Institute of Technology, New York.

ANU vice-chancellor K Viyanna Rao said that students who complete their first year in MSc (biotechnology) are eligible to pursue their second year in University of West Georgia and Fort Valley State University, to obtain MS in Biology and Biotechnology respectively. While, those who are admitted to first year MBA can pursue the ultimate year in Richards College of Business in University of West Georgia.

The students who are admitted to the first year MTech computer science, ECE and technology management are eligible to complete their course in the collaborated State University of New York Institute of Technology, for their MS in Computer & Information Technology, Tele Communications and Technology management respectively.

Viyanna Rao also expressed his happiness as the foreign universities accepted the standards of ANU, and for taking into consideration the credits system followed there in the first year. He said that students would be benefited enormously because of the reduction in expenditure due to this collaboration and also added that the partner universities agreed further to consider incentives and scholarships to students based on their performance.

He asked the interested students to contact prof. V Chandra Sekhara Rao, Director, International Students Cell, Acharya Nagarjuna University or refer www.anu.ac.in for further details.

source: http://www.newindianexpress.com / The New Indian Express / Home> States / Andhra Pradesh / by Express News Service / June 19th, 2014

Top educational institutes to come up in 3 clusters of Andhra Pradesh

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Centre to provide support, efforts to begin academics early

Hyderabad :

Indian Institute of Technology, Indian Institute of Management, All-India Institute of Medical Sciences and Central University are among major institutions, varsities and centres of excellence to be set up in Andhra Pradesh with the Central Government’s support.

The newly formed Andhra Pradesh Government has begun identifying land required to set up these institutions and other infrastructure in the three circuits of Tirupati, the Krishna-Guntur region and Visakhaptanam, Ganta Srinivasa Rao, State Minister for Human Resources Development, said.

Speaking to newspersons after assuming office at the State Secretariat here today, he said, “A meeting held with State Chief Minister N Chandrababu Naidu has decided to begin academic sessions early from makeshift premises till such time as the infrastructure required for these projects gets created.”

He said it was decided to locate an IIT, NIT, IIIT, IIM, IIS Education Research, AIIMs, Central University, Tribal University, Agriculture University and the National Institute of Disaster Management, in clusters based on the availability of infrastructure, connectivity and human resources in these areas.

Accordingly, the State Ministry of Urban Development has been entrusted the task of identifying land for these institutes. The port city of Vizag, which would be developed as financial hub, will have an IIM, IIIT, a tribal varsity and an Institute of Petroleum. It was decided that Vizag would be an ideal location for a petroleum institute as the PCPIR (Petroleum, Chemical and Petrochemical Investment Region) is coming up in the costal region there and HPCL is a major player.

It is proposed to set up an AIIMS, NIT, NIDM and Agriculture University in the Krishna-Guntur area. And Tirupati would host a Central University, IISCR and IIT. Each of the three circuits would have about 1,000 acres initially, with a proposal to increase it by another 1,000 acres.

Referring to fee reimbursement issue, he said, “The Government will ensure that students do not suffer due to division of the State. The modalities were being worked out.

source: http://www.thehindubusinessline.com / Business Line / Home> News / by V. Rishi Kumar / Hyderabad – June 18th, 2014

Indian dentist honoured

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Dr. Lakshmaiah Naidu. D. Department of Orthodontics and Dentofacial Orthopedics, KLRs Lenora Institute of Dental Sciences receiving Certificate of Appreciation from Dr. Joseph Varghese, President, Indian Orthodontic Society, in Spain. / The Hindu
Dr. Lakshmaiah Naidu. D. Department of Orthodontics and Dentofacial Orthopedics, KLRs Lenora Institute of Dental Sciences receiving Certificate of Appreciation from Dr. Joseph Varghese, President, Indian Orthodontic Society, in Spain. / The Hindu

About 100 orthodontists from India participated in the Indian Orthodontic Society (IOS) Mid-year Convention 2014 (IOSMYC–2014) held at University of Valencia, Spain, recently.

D. Lakshmayya Naidu, Principal, Professor and Head of the Department of Orthodontics and Dento-facial Orthopaedics, KLR Lenora Institute of Dental Sciences at Rajanagaram, near Rajahmundry, attended the conference and received a Certificate of Appreciation from the organisers for presenting a paper on the latest methods in orthodontic surgeries and dento-facial orthopaedics.

Research papers presented

According to Dr. Naidu, orthodontists from India shared their research papers with peers.

A few professors of orthodontia from both Spain and India presented their scientific research papers on various subjects relating to orthodontics.

Dr. Lakshmayya Naidu said post-graduate medical students must take up research in orthodontic surgeries and dento-facials.

source: http://www.thehindu.com / The Hindu / Home> News> National> Andhra Pradesh / by Special Correspondent / Rajahmundry – June 23rd, 2014

Youth emerges successful in pauper trial

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Rahul Mahajan
Rahul Mahajan

They set out with empty pockets but returned richer. City boy Rajul Mahajan and his two friends Abhimanyu Rao and Manobal were eager to determine if having money and being rich are two different things. The trio is convinced that it is not money alone that makes one rich.

The three boys, who are pursuing a degree in Economics in Hans Raj College in New Delhi, headed to Agra where they visited the Mogul emperor Shah Jahan’s ‘monument of love’ Taj Mahal, and managed to return to their hostel, without carrying a single paisa or even their mobile phones.

Rahul is a product of Siddhartha Public School in the city. “We did not even carry our student ID cards and managed to travel back and forth thanks to a few good-natured people who helped us. Our only transgression was a lie that we had been robbed of our money by pick-pockets. We were given help by strangers because people respond differently to the beggars and those who genuinely need help,” says Rahul.

With a sound financial background, it was a new experience for him to sleep in the open and make do with a small cup of tea and a few biscuits for a meal. “The most difficult part was convincing the caretakers of Sulabh public toilets. The first time, we were shooed off the place but we managed to convince them in the second attempt,” he recalls with a smile.

More than anything else, the trip has infused a confidence in the boys to face unfamiliar situations and people. “The fear of being surrounded by strangers in an unknown terrain is no more,” he declares, informing that help came from the most unexpected quarter. “A Good Samaritan working in the parking lot of Taj Mahal was of great help. He wanted us also to help others without expecting anything in return,” he fondly reminisces.

source: http://www.thehindu.com / The Hindu / Home> News> Cities> Vijayawada / by G. Venkataramana Rao / Vijayawada – June 24th, 2014

Vice Adm. Satish Soni takes over as Eastern Naval Commander

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VISAKHAPATNAM (PTI):

Vice-Admiral Satish Soni, after taking over as the Flag Officer Commanding-in-Chief of Eastern Naval Command (ENC), has said that the Indian Navy personnel are working in challenging environment reflected on a string of recent accidents involving ships.

He took charge at a ceremonial parade held at the naval base in Visakhapatnam on June 16 and reviewed platoons of naval personnel drawn from various ships and establishments of the ENC.

The Vice-Admiral paid tributes at the Navy War Memorial on Beach Road to martyrs who made the supreme sacrifice in defence of the motherland.

Speaking after assuming charge, Soni said the Indian Navy is growing in strength and statue and responsibilities of the ENC had also increased manifold.

The future development of the Navy was largely visible on the eastern seaboard through the induction of nuclear platforms, frontline aircraft and stealth ships, he said.

“We need to focus on smooth integration of the new platforms and systems into operations and execution of supporting doctrines. But we must not forget that everything can’t be new,” he said.

“The security environment around us remains fragile with increasing threat to our units. It is the duty of every person to be vigilant at all times. You can expect a weak enemy to challenge us through unfair means,” Soni said.

He said during the last year a number of accidents occurred in the Navy. These accidents are grim reminders of the challenging environment a sailor works in.

“Whenever something goes wrong, we must introspect, analyses and make amends so that the accidents do not recur.

A good measure of how well-trained a crew is can be gauged form the safety record of the unit,” he added.

source: http://www.brahmand.com / Brahmand / Home / Press Trust of India / Visakhapatnam – June 18th, 2014

TDP MLA T Prabhakara Rao passes away

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SUMMARY
TDP MLA from Nandigama Assembly constituency, Tangirala Prabhakara Rao, passed away late last night following a cardiac arrest. He was 62.
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The TDP MLA from Nandigama Assembly constituency, Tangirala Prabhakara Rao, passed away late last night following a cardiac arrest. He was 62.Rao breathed his last at a private hospital at Nandigama in Krishna district. He is survived by his wife, two daughters and a son.

The TDP leader was in 2009 elected as the legislator from Nandigama for the first time and won from the seat again in the recently-held elections.

Rao, who was a lawyer by profession, was associated with TDP since its formation.

On Sunday, he had accompanied AP Irrigation minister D Uma Maheswara Rao to the Pulichintala irrigation project to assess the ongoing work.

After his return, he suffered a cardiac arrest late night and was rushed to the hospital where he breathed his last.

Andhra Pradesh Chief minister N Chandrababu Naidu, the Irrigation Minister and other political leaders have expressed grief over his demise.

The funeral will be held this evening at Rao’s native Paritala village.

source: http://www.financialexpress.com / The Financial Express / Home> Miscellaneous / Press Trust of India / Vijayawada – June 16th, 2014

A.P. Assembly condoles Prabhakar Rao, Sobha

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The Andhra Pradesh Assembly paid rich tributes to two of its members who died before they could take oath. Legislators cutting across party lines expressed their deep sense of sorrow at the untimely demise of T. Prabhakar Rao of the TDP and Bhuma Sobha Nagi Reddy of the YSRC.

Chief Minister N. Chandrababu Naidu who moved the motion of condolence, spoke touchingly about the members-elect. He hinted at naming Krishna district after the Nandigama legislator, Prabhakar Rao, who was elected twice from the district. Born in a Dalit family, he championed many public causes and reacted emotionally whenever he saw injustice and corruption, Mr. Naidu said. He also spoke glowingly about the Allagadda legislator, Sobha Nagi Reddy, who died in a road accident days before the election. She was born in a political family and became MLA at a young age. He recalled how she effectively worked as chairperson of APSRTC Board. Mr. Naidu offered his sympathies to her husband, Bhuma Nagi Reddy, also a legislator representing Nandyal constituency.

YSRC leader Y.S. Jaganmohan Reddy said he did not know much about Prabhakar Rao, but the fact that he was elected twice only showed how good the Dalit leader was. He described Sobha Nagi Reddy as his sister and said he never thought he would have to mourn her. After his father died and he came out of the Congress, Sobha stood by him. Her popularity could be gauged by the fact that people of Allagadda elected her with a huge margin even after her death. Mr Bhuma Nagi Reddy spoke emotionally about his wife and said she was a pillar of strength for him and said he was totally shattered. He asked the Chief Minister to set up a committee to monitor road accidents and devise ways to reduce them.

source: http://www.thehindu.com / The Hindu / Home> News> National> Andhra Pradesh / by Special Correspondent / Hyderabad – June 20th, 2014

Veteran TDP legislator Kodela elected Speaker of Andhra Pradesh Assembly

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Kodela Siva Prasada Rao
Kodela Siva Prasada Rao

Hyderabad: 

Senior Telugu Desam MLA Kodela Siva Prasada Rao will be elected unanimously as the first Speaker of Andhra Pradesh. The Opposition YSRC also supported Mr Kodela’s candidature and Opposition leader Y.S. Jagan Mohan Reddy signed on the nomination papers proposing Mr Kodela as Assembly Apeaker. Ahead of the deadline for filing nominations for the post on Thursday, only Mr Kodela had filed his papers. Assembly protem Speaker P. Narayana Swamy Naidu will announce that Mr Kodela was elected as Assembly Speaker unanimously in the House on Friday.

The Finance and Legislative affairs Minister Yanamala Rama Krishnudu met the YSRCP leader YS Jagan and requested to see the assembly speaker to elect unanimously and asked to sign on the nomination papers. While signing on the nomination papers Jagan told to Yanamala ‘you can make the speaker whoever you want”. Then Yanamala told to Jagan that they have decided Kodela as the speaker.

Kodela was elected five times to the assembly from Narasaraopet constituency in Guntur district and recently he is elected sixth time to the assembly from Sattenapalli constituency in Guntur district. Kodela worked as Minister for long time.

Mean while Legislative affairs minister Yanamala said that the government will appoint the government Chief Whip and whips in this session only.

source: http://www.deccanchronicle.com / Deccan Chronicle / Home> Nation> Politics / DC Correspondent / June 20th, 2014