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.
āWe risked our livesā: Fire dept defends response in Gulzar Houz blaze that killed 17
DFO Venkanna emphasized that the rescue operation was conducted under extremely risky conditions
By Sistla Dakshina Murthy Published on 31 May 2025 4:54 PM IST
With 24 kg per capita, Telangana ranks first in meat consumption in India
There was a myth that Kashmir, being predominantly non-vegetarian, has the highest meat consumption in the country
By Sistla Dakshina Murthy Published on 31 May 2025 11:52 AM IST
'61% Hyderabadās lakes have disappeared' : HYDRAA boss Ranganath sounds alarm
Many of the cityās primary and secondary stormwater drains have disappeared
By Sistla Dakshina Murthy Published on 31 May 2025 9:30 AM IST
Security at Tirumala Hills: AP DGP Harish Kumar, TTD EO Syamala Rao review defence framework
The strategic meeting focused on developing an integrated and advanced security framework to protect the lakhs of devotees who visit the temple...
By Sistla Dakshina Murthy Published on 30 May 2025 7:48 PM IST
Major drug bust in Hyderabad: Cyberabad Police arrest dhaba cook with Rs 3 crore worth narcotics
The accused identified as Vikas, a native of Moulasar village in Nagaur district, Rajasthan, had been working at the dhaba since 2019
By Sistla Dakshina Murthy Published on 30 May 2025 5:33 PM IST
NIA arrests Telugu YouTuber Bayya Sunny Yadav at Chennai Airport over suspected espionage for Pakistan
As part of the operation, 11 individuals have already been arrested across states, including Punjab, Haryana, Gujarat and Rajasthan
By Sistla Dakshina Murthy Published on 30 May 2025 4:40 PM IST
'Conspiracy being hatched to merge BRS with BJP': MLC Kavitha drops bombshell
Kavitha expressed anguish over the BRS leadershipās silence on several sensitive issues
By Sistla Dakshina Murthy Published on 29 May 2025 11:54 AM IST
Flood mitigation to rainwater harvesting: HMWSSB devises 90-day plan to avoid monsoon-related disruptions
The Water Board, in coordination with GHMC has identified 146 waterlogging hotspots throughout Hyderabad
By Sistla Dakshina Murthy Published on 29 May 2025 9:07 AM IST
HYDRAA frees Chandanagar park of encroachments, restores access to public roads in Ghatkesar
HYDRAA clears encroachments at Chandanagar park and demolishes walls blocking roads in Ghatkesar
By Sistla Dakshina Murthy Published on 28 May 2025 7:10 PM IST
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
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
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
