Sistla Dakshina Murthy
Sistla Dakshina Murthy is a seasoned journalist with over a decade of reporting experience and is currently serving as Principal Correspondent at NewsMeter, Telangana. He is presently based in Hyderabad. An alumnus of Andhra Loyola College, he has worked with several reputed media organisations, including The New Indian Express, and The Hans India. He spent nearly seven years as a Senior Reporter with The New Indian Express in Vijayawada, gaining extensive experience in field reporting. You can follow his work on Twitter at @Murthy_BZA.
Hyderabad: Frivolous litigations galore at consumer panels; offenders to face music
Consumer Commissions have begun taking serious note of such practices and are imposing penalties to curb frivolous litigation.
By Sistla Dakshina Murthy Published on 27 Feb 2026 9:54 AM IST
Hyderabad: TGRERA restrains plot alienation at Dhriti Nirvana over fraud charges
The complainant paid ā¹40 lakh between July and November 2021, and an additional ā¹5 lakh in May 2022 after the developer sought time, citing financial...
By Sistla Dakshina Murthy Published on 27 Feb 2026 8:12 AM IST
Big relief for flyers: Free ticket cancellation or changes within 48 hours; DGCA changes refund rules
The revised norms were issued on February 24 through amendments to the Civil Aviation Requirements (CAR) titled āRefund of Airline Tickets to...
By Sistla Dakshina Murthy Published on 26 Feb 2026 6:03 PM IST
Hyderabad: TGRERA declares Jayathri Infra defaulter, cancels registration of Jaya Platinum Project
The Jaya Platinum Project, located in Bowrampet, came under regulatory scrutiny after several purchasers approached TG RERA alleging prolonged delay...
By Sistla Dakshina Murthy Published on 26 Feb 2026 12:56 PM IST
New vehicle owners in Telangana to pay ā¹2,000 to ā¹10,000 as road safety cess from Mar 1
The government said the move aims to mobilise funds for strengthening road safety measures across the State
By Sistla Dakshina Murthy Published on 26 Feb 2026 11:31 AM IST
Hyderabad: Royal Oak Furniture asked to pay ā¹85,000 for selling defective sofa
Consumer panel asks Royal Oak Furniture to pay ā¹85K for selling defective sofa in Hyderabad
By Sistla Dakshina Murthy Published on 26 Feb 2026 11:02 AM IST
Telangana HC slams HYDRAA for fencing private land at Mallapur; slaps ā¹1L fine
Remove fencing on Mallapur private land, pay ā¹1L compensation: Telangana HC to HYDRAA
By Sistla Dakshina Murthy Published on 26 Feb 2026 10:02 AM IST
Adulterated ghee used in 20.01 crore Tirumala laddus between 2019ā24, claims CM Naidu
In a detailed presentation, the Chief Minister alleged that ā¹234 crore worth of ghee was procured under relaxed tender norms and used to make 20.01...
By Sistla Dakshina Murthy Published on 24 Feb 2026 8:18 PM IST
Parentsā SOS for drug-addicted son leads to drug bust in Hyderabad; EAGLE team arrests 9
The youth, who allegedly developed the habit during his law school days, had earlier undergone treatment at a rehabilitation centre
By Sistla Dakshina Murthy Published on 24 Feb 2026 7:10 PM IST
4 die, 12 critical after drinking coolant-contaminated milk in Rajamahendravaram
Preliminary investigation indicates that the contamination may have led to acute renal failure in the victims
By Sistla Dakshina Murthy Published on 24 Feb 2026 4:10 PM IST
SC clears AP one-man panel in Tirumala laddu ghee case, dismisses BJP leader Subramanian Swamyās plea
The Bench, which also included Justice Joymalya Bagchi, observed that the courtās only concern was to ensure there was no overlap between the...
By Sistla Dakshina Murthy Published on 23 Feb 2026 5:16 PM IST
2021 custodial torture case: IPS officer Sunil Nayak arrested in Bihar
Guntur district Superintendent of Police Vakul Jindal confirmed that the arrest was formally recorded and further legal proceedings are underway
By Sistla Dakshina Murthy Published on 23 Feb 2026 2:00 PM IST
