Sistla Dakshina Murthy

With over 10 years of experience in reporting, Sistla Dakshina Murthy from Vijayawada is the Prinicipal Correspondent at News Meter, Telangana. An alumnus of Andhra Loyola College. Prior to this role, he gained experience in journalism, having contributed to media houses such as The New Indian Express, The Hans India and NewsTAP. He served as a Senior Reporter at The New Indian Express Newspaper in Vijayawada for 6.7 years. You can follow Sistla Dakshina Murthy on Twitter @Murthy_BZA

Sistla Dakshina Murthy

Ahead of monsoon, HYDRAA chief Ranganath orders removal of stormwater drain blockages
Ahead of monsoon, HYDRAA chief Ranganath orders removal of stormwater drain blockages

HYDRAA chief Ranganath directs officials to ensure obstruction-free drains to prevent flooding in Hyderabad

By Sistla Dakshina Murthy  Published on 28 May 2025 4:29 PM IST


HCA demanded extra tickets from SunRisers : Vigilance report
HCA demanded extra tickets from SunRisers : Vigilance report

The investigation was initiated after SRH accused HCA officials of pressuring the franchise for additional complimentary tickets beyond the agreed...

By Sistla Dakshina Murthy  Published on 28 May 2025 12:18 PM IST


HMWSSB chief Ashok Reddy sets April 2026 as deadline for Sunkishala project
HMWSSB chief Ashok Reddy sets April 2026 as deadline for Sunkishala project

The team assessed the progress of ongoing civil and pipeline works and reviewed the upcoming phases of the project

By Sistla Dakshina Murthy  Published on 28 May 2025 7:30 AM IST


141 waterlogging hotspots identified in GHMC: Hyderabad prepares to tackle monsoon challenges
141 waterlogging hotspots identified in GHMC: Hyderabad prepares to tackle monsoon challenges

Discussions centred around an actionable plan to tackle potential monsoon-related challenges

By Sistla Dakshina Murthy  Published on 27 May 2025 7:34 PM IST


After headmaster’s protest, HYDRAA demolishes illegal wall blocking Secunderabad school entrance
After headmaster’s protest, HYDRAA demolishes illegal wall blocking Secunderabad school entrance

Headmaster's peaceful demonstration highlighted the difficulties faced by students and staff due to the obstructed access

By Sistla Dakshina Murthy  Published on 27 May 2025 4:48 PM IST


Land meant for roads, parks in Ghatkesar, Alwal turned into plots using fake papers; HYDRAA inspects
Land meant for roads, parks in Ghatkesar, Alwal turned into plots using fake papers; HYDRAA inspects

The HYDRAA Prajavani grievance redressal platform received 64 complaints, with over 60 per cent of them related to illegal occupation of land

By Sistla Dakshina Murthy  Published on 27 May 2025 7:30 AM IST


Dil Raju denies monopoly in theaters’ ownership, says SVCC only has 30 theaters in Nizam region
Dil Raju denies monopoly in theaters’ ownership, says SVCC only has 30 theaters in Nizam region

Dil Raju on Monday clarified misconceptions surrounding theater ownership and revenue-sharing models

By Sistla Dakshina Murthy  Published on 26 May 2025 4:49 PM IST


Gulzar Houz tragedy: Five brave life savers explain horror of running into an inferno
Gulzar Houz tragedy: Five brave life savers explain horror of running into an inferno

ā€˜I close my eyes, I see those children’ recall the first five responders as they shared their painful moments from Gulzar Houz fire

By Sistla Dakshina Murthy  Published on 25 May 2025 3:13 PM IST


Jubilee Ballpark residents cry foul over illegal shops on premises; no action from GHMC despite HC order
Jubilee Ballpark residents cry foul over illegal shops on premises; no action from GHMC despite HC order

Jubilee Ballpark Apartments residents plan case against civic body for allowing illegal shops on premises

By Sistla Dakshina Murthy  Published on 25 May 2025 1:12 PM IST


Public spaces in layouts to stay intact, no unauthorized changes: HYDRAA boss Ranganath
Public spaces in layouts to stay intact, no unauthorized changes: HYDRAA boss Ranganath

Officials clarified that if 10 percent of the plots in a layout are registered, the layout must be officially identified and recognized

By Sistla Dakshina Murthy  Published on 25 May 2025 7:30 AM IST


Covid surge: Telangana records 4 new cases; govt issues fresh guidelines to prevent spread
Telangana gears up for COVID-19 spike, monsoon diseases: Health Minister

Officials emphasized that existing cases do not require hospitalization unless aggravated by comorbid conditions

By Sistla Dakshina Murthy  Published on 24 May 2025 5:27 PM IST


National Herald Case: KTR demands resignation of CM Revanth Reddy, following ED Chargesheet
National Herald Case: KTR demands resignation of CM Revanth Reddy, following ED Chargesheet

KTR highlighted several alleged scams under Revanth’s regime that have seen no action from central agencies

By Sistla Dakshina Murthy  Published on 24 May 2025 12:50 PM IST


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