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.
Telangana HC dismisses plea by engineering colleges to increase fees
The court clarified that any revision in fees will depend on the final decision taken by the government based on TAFRCās recommendations
By Sistla Dakshina Murthy Published on 11 July 2025 7:20 PM IST
HYDRAA widens Bulkapur and IDL drains in Kukatpally, Khairatabad; illegal structures removed
HYDRAA officials stated that these clearance drives will continue in the coming days to remove all encroachments along major drains
By Sistla Dakshina Murthy Published on 11 July 2025 5:54 PM IST
Gulzar Houz fire tragedy: Telangana govt sanctions Rs 85 lakh ex-gratia for kin of 17 victims
Officials confirmed that additional support measures are being planned for survivors and dependents of the deceased
By Sistla Dakshina Murthy Published on 11 July 2025 4:54 PM IST
Telangana: BJP accepts the resignation of MLA Raja Singh
The decision to accept MLA Raja Singh resignation was communicated through a letter issued by Arun Singh, National General Secretary, BJP
By Sistla Dakshina Murthy Published on 11 July 2025 2:25 PM IST
Hyderabad: Fifteen years on, HYDRAA dismantles the obstructing wall at Nandanavanam Colony
HYDRAA officials cleared the wall located on Street No 6 in Habsiguda
By Sistla Dakshina Murthy Published on 11 July 2025 8:16 AM IST
Jagan: Mango farmers in AP forced to dump stock for cheap; no MSP for multiple crops
Jagan says CM Naidu-led govt branding AP farmers as anti-social, using repressive measures as they are forced to dump mangoes for cheap
By Sistla Dakshina Murthy Published on 10 July 2025 4:11 PM IST
Jagan demands AP govt buy mango crop at Rs 12 per kg; excess crowd at rally leads to lathicharge
Jagan demands AP govt buy mango crop at Rs 12 per kg; YSRCP leader hurt after fall from convoy
By Sistla Dakshina Murthy Published on 9 July 2025 5:45 PM IST
HYDRAA plans to link Masab Cheruvu, Dilawar Khan Lake and Pedda Amberpet Lake with 7.5-km nala
HYDRAA proposes model drainage corridor connecting Masab Cheruvu, Dilawar Khan Lake, Pedda Amberpet Lake to prevent flooding
By Sistla Dakshina Murthy Published on 9 July 2025 5:08 PM IST
Malnadu Restaurant owner in Kompally caught with cocaine, ecstasy; pub owners, doctor among consumers
Malnadu Restaurant owner A Surya caught with cocaine, ectasy, hidden in women's chappals, pub owners, doctors were consumers of drugs
By Sistla Dakshina Murthy Published on 9 July 2025 4:33 PM IST
Hyderabad: Why is HYDRAA not razing Fatima Owaisi Womenās College constructed in Suram Cheruvu FTL
It is operated as a non-profit institution, aiming to uplift marginalized Muslim women and improve their social and economic status
By Sistla Dakshina Murthy Published on 9 July 2025 10:29 AM IST
Bengaluru engineers visit Hyderabad to study HYDRAAās lake restoration works; lauds efforts
The team appreciated HYDRAAās initiatives, stating that such an institution is needed in every state
By Sistla Dakshina Murthy Published on 9 July 2025 9:48 AM IST
Secunderabad: Defence Ministry approves transfer of 6.85 lakh sqm land to HMDA to ease traffic congestion
The corridors are proposed from Paradise Junction to Military Dairy Farm Road on SH-1, and up to Shamirpet on NH-44
By Sistla Dakshina Murthy Published on 9 July 2025 8:39 AM IST
