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The caste system has been one of the crucial barricades of economy in the then Hyderabad State The caste system in India evolved over centuries and distinct castes and tribes emerged owing to varied historical, religious and cultural factors. In Indian history, those referred to as slaves, chandal, panchama and untouchables belonged to depressed castes […]
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Hyderabad: This article is in continuation to the last article on reforms introduced by Salar Jung in Railways, Communication and Coal Mines areas. The necessity for doing something to relieve the exchequer from this incubus was early realised by Salar Jung. The only plan that seemed practicable and conducive to the end was the extension of […]
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Under the administration of Nizam’s government, the State administration was divided into 14 departments Administrative and Revenue Reforms The administration of the Nizam’s government was carried by the Prime Minster, Deewan/Regent, in consultation with co-Regent, advised by the British Resident in important matters, and assisted by a Peshkar or Deputy Minister and four Departmental Ministers […]
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Hyderabad: Did you know that Hyderabad was the only native State in India that excelled in making coins, notes, stamps, and other engineering items way back in 1903? And also that Sixth Nizam of Hyderabad Mir Mahboob Ali Khan had established a mint which was similar to the European mints in the same year? All […]
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Hyderabad: A museum that showcases the history of coin-making, collection and history of the Saifabad Mint has now been opened in Hyderabad. The Coin Museum at Saifabad Mint will be inaugurating on Tuesday and will be open for the general public from Wednesday to June 13 from 9 am to 5 pm, says a release. […]
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Hyderabad: This article is in continuation of the Mulki issue in the Telugu States. In this piece we’ll be discussing about the events that took place during the reign of sixth Nizam. During the reign of sixth Nizam, non-Mulki group of administrators were imported into Hyderabad State from north India/Hindustan, especially from Bihar, UP etc. […]
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Hyderabad: In today’s day and age, it is mandatory to capture every moment of a special occasion. Be it weddings, baby showers, or birthdays; clicking pictures against a scenic background with proper lighting is a must. Giving Hyderabadis an opportunity to click these pictures with aesthetic backgrounds, location facilitators for photo shoots, Elements First have […]
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Hyderabad: Interested in time travel? Let’s go to Koti, from where a time capsule in the form of a majestic old building is all set now to take us back about 200 years, telling us the story of the Hyderabad of yore, the British Residents here, the Nizam and much more. We are talking about […]
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Hyderabad: Former IPS officer Gongi Reddy Raghava Reddy, who belonged to the last batch of the erstwhile Hyderabad Police Service, breathed his last on Monday. He was 94. Reddy, who passed away at AIG Hospital at 5.15 pm on Monday while undergoing treatment, is survived by two daughters and a son. According to relatives, he […]
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Hyderabad: The founder of The Star Life Hyderabad Mr. Shafeeq Ur Rahman and Nawab Firasath Ali Khan’s daughter Sahebzadi Maheen Nikhath have completed their 12 years of Marriage. As exciting and momentous as your wedding day is, the cheery on the cake is all that you can remember those special moments year after year on […]
