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Record-Breaking Land Price

Telangana Today
Move over Sotheby's, Hyderabad Metropolitan Development Authority (HMDA) is the hottest new auctioneer in town, garnering record-breaking bids in its e-auction of the Neopolis layout at Kokapet!
100 Cr For 1 Acre: The HMDA's recent foray into the virtual auction world has sent tongues wagging and wallets opening wider than a python eating a watermelon. Pitches were heated, with land plots going for up to a whopping INR 100.75 crores per acre! It's been a veritable gold rush, making Kokapet the new "El Dorado" of Hyderabad.
Bringing New Tech Into Land Auctions: In a tech-savvy twist, the HMDA utilized e-auctioning, taking the age-old tradition of land auctioning and giving it a 21st-century spin. Think eBay for land, but with less kitsch memorabilia and more, um, land. This has not only garnered HMDA an impressive payday but has set a brand new precedent in land sales, and is bound to make Hyderabad's property market hotter than a Hyderabad summer. Phew, pass the lemonade!
Read the full story HERE
Turning Trash Into Treasure

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In an epic, real-life interpretation of "one man's trash is another man's treasure", Hyderabad startup Recykal is turning waste into vehicle fuel and proving that garbage can indeed go places. Now, the empty pizza boxes and soda cans from last night's party could end up powering your morning commute!
Three R’s: Recykal, a cheekily named startup, is attempting to redefine the three R's - Reduce, Reuse, Recycle - by adding a fourth: Refuel. Imagine your local garbage truck transformed into a modern-day alchemist, converting the city's mountains of waste into useful fuel. The energy drinks you toss out are now literally giving energy back - it's a caffeine kick for your car!
Waste = Valuable Resource? With its sights set on building a sustainable economy, Recykal is aiming to revamp Hyderabad's waste management and energy production. Collaborating with the Indian Oil Corporation, Recykal is offering credits in exchange for trash. Exchange garbage over 10 kgs to avail petrol in exchange for these credits at select petrol pumps.
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100-Year Old Makeover

Telangana Today
From trash to treasure, a dilapidated well in Hyderabad has undergone a metamorphosis from a neglected dumpsite to an ecologically sensitive space. If wells could talk, this one would probably say, "well, well, well... look at me now!"
Makeover: a 100-year-old well in Hyderabad has been given the ultimate makeover. It seems, after enduring years of disrespect as a communal dumping ground, this well finally yelled, "Well, enough!" Now, the once derelict site has turned into a water catchment conserving 16 million litres of rainfall annually. Talk about going from "well, that stinks!" to "well, that's impressive!"
Re-Writing City’s Reputation: Hyderabad, known for its rich history and biryani, is now adding environmental restoration to its resume. And this restored well is quenching people’s thirst and improving groundwater levels in the vicinity. This well-done (pun intended) transformation showcases the potential for ecological recovery in urban spaces.
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Ola Prime Comes To Town

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Move over Cinderella, Ola is in town with its "Prime Plus" service in Hyderabad, turning regular cab rides into premium experiences. You might not get a glass slipper, but hey, zero cancellations, a prime car, and a professional driver sounds like a fairytale upgrade to me!
Premium Services: The cab-hailing giant, Ola, is rolling out its plush 'Prime Plus' service in Hyderabad, promising rides smoother than a perfectly made Hyderabadi haleem. With promises of zero cancellations, drivers trained to offer personalized service, and cars equipped with enhanced safety features, Ola is taking the 'bumpy' out of 'bumpy ride'. It's almost like getting a genie with your ride, just rub the Ola app and your chauffeur-driven chariot awaits!
Avoid Road Rage: With Ola Prime Plus, Hyderabad's daily commute is about to get a serious glow-up. So, next time you’re stuck in Hyderabad’s infamous traffic, instead of honking your horn in frustration, you might just sit back, relax, and binge-watch your favourite show in the comfort of your high-end cab. Now, that's what I call "prime" commuting!
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Tomato Saga Continues

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Are you even sharing news these days if you don’t mention tomato prices? Brace yourself for the "Tomatopocalypse"! With prices potentially soaring to INR 300 per kg, tomatoes may soon be seen as the new 'apple' of one's eye, at least price-wise.
Designer Tomatoes: Due to a mix of untimely rains and reduced supply, tomatoes in Hyderabad are potentially going the way of luxury goods. Hyderabadis, known for their love for tangy curries and chutneys, might need to start treating tomatoes like truffles, or maybe even start a tomato black market. If tomato prices continue to climb, we could soon see "Tomato Moguls" popping up, replacing IT moguls in this tech-savvy city.
There IS Hope: However, all hope is not lost! Experts predict that the price hike will be temporary and should start to decrease with the arrival of fresh supplies in the market. For now, though, Hyderabadis might want to hold off on the tomato-throwing at bad performers. At these prices, a good old-fashioned boo might be more cost-effective!
Read the full story HERE
Morning Chai Daily Picks
✈️ Airport Traffic Advisory: Hyderabad Airport issues a proactive traffic advisory to manage the influx of student travelers, ensuring a seamless journey.
🧽 Squeaky Clean: In the latest episode of 'Pimp My Well', Bansilalpet residents rally to give their local stepwell a swanky, cleanliness-focused makeover.
🎉 From Biryanis to Banquet Halls, We've Got it ALL: Looks like Hyderabad's taking "hall" to a whole new level, planning to build 13 new multi-purpose venues around the city.
📚 Books By The Box Book Fair: The Unlimited Book Fair is coming to town with 10 Lakhs+ preowned books, from various genres. The fair starts on 11th August & prices start from a small box for ₹1199 (Approx 10-12 books)
😂 Lite Teesko, A Telugu Standup Comedy Show: This is one of a kind Telugu Standup Comedy show. The event starts Sunday, Aug, 13th @ 6pm in the Aaromale Cafe. Get tickets HERE
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