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DIABETIC HEALTH CAMP AT INDIRA PARK ON NOVEMBER 1ST

🩺 Successfully Completion of the Free Diabetic Health Camp at Indira Park!

Lions Club International, in collaboration with Renova Nigl Hospitals, is proud to announce the successful completion of the Free Diabetic Health Camp held on November 1st, 2025, at Indira Park from 6:00 AM to 9:00 AM.

The event received an overwhelming response from the community, with enthusiastic participation from people of all age groups who came forward to take charge of their health.

🌟 Highlights of the Event

✅ Free Diabetes Screening:
Hundreds of attendees benefited from blood sugar, HbA1c, and other diagnostic tests conducted by experienced healthcare professionals.

🩺 Expert Consultations:
Specialist diabetologists and doctors provided personalized advice on diabetes prevention, management, nutrition, and lifestyle improvement.

💙 Community Awareness:
Through this initiative, valuable awareness was created about the importance of regular health check-ups and early detection in preventing diabetes-related complications.

We extend our heartfelt thanks to all the participants, medical teams, volunteers, and organizing members of Lions Club International and Renova Nigl Hospitals who made this noble initiative a grand success.

Your support and active involvement truly helped us make a difference in building a healthier community.

Together, we reaffirm our commitment to continue organizing such impactful health initiatives that promote awareness, prevention, and wellness for all.

📞 For more information or to join our future health programs:
Contact: Ln. Srinivas – +91 98484 44385

Lions Club International & Renova Nigl Hospitals
Empowering communities through care, compassion, and commitment

Apple to double Air Pods production in India as Foxconn expands Hyderabad plant

Foxconn’s expansion of its Hyderabad facility and the plan to double AirPods production is a key part of Apple’s strategy to reduce its reliance on China and strengthen its manufacturing base in India. The investment is a direct response to global supply chain challenges, geopolitical risks, and Apple’s push to diversify its production footprint.

By early 2026, the Hyderabad facility is set to double its output, increasing AirPods production from 100,000 units per month to 200,000. This move will not only boost Apple’s capacity but also solidify India’s growing role in its global supply chain. Foxconn is even transferring advanced machinery from its Vietnam plants to support this ramp-up, with the company planning to retool five production lines for future AirPods models.

The expansion isn’t just about scaling up; it also means adding around 3,000 new jobs, growing the workforce from 2,000 to 5,000. This aligns with Apple’s broader vision to turn India into a key manufacturing hub for not only AirPods but also accessories and components for other brands.

Apple’s commitment to India has grown steadily over the years, with the country now playing a significant role in its production of products beyond iPhones, such as AirPods and other accessories. The investment also helps Apple mitigate risks tied to supply chain disruptions—like earlier this year, when China’s export restrictions on rare earth minerals temporarily impacted AirPods production.

This expansion in Hyderabad is part of a larger effort to turn India into a major audio manufacturing hub, and it complements another initiative in Tamil Nadu, where Jabil is building a new facility to produce AirPods cases. With this growing capacity, India’s position in Apple’s global supply chain is only set to increase.

In the long term, the move to India isn’t just about short-term production needs but a strategic shift to reduce Apple’s dependency on China. What do you think this means for India’s tech industry in the coming years?

Source: Hindustan Times

Millet Mothers to serve sustainable livelihoods for women in Hyderabad

Hyderabad is set to launch an innovative initiative aimed at promoting health and wellness in the corporate world. The Millets National Media Portal, as part of its national mission “One Millet Meal Every Day for Every Individual,” has rolled out a program that connects corporate offices with trained Millet Mothers, who will provide freshly prepared, nutritious millet-based lunches to employees.

This move follows the success of the Millet Mothers Program, a collaboration between the Millets National Media Portal and MBF (Millets – The Best Food). Under this program, 100 Millet Mothers in Hyderabad have been trained in over 20 millet-based recipes that meet international standards for taste, nutrition, and quality. The training was led by National Millet Coach Pooja Lakhotia, with support from experts like Dr. Monica Sravanti, Dr. Giridhar, and Millet Mothers Coordinator Madhuri.

The official launch took place at Essjay Fortune Community Hall in Begumpet, Hyderabad, with Prasanna Srinivasa Sarakadam, Chairman of MBF, highlighting the dual goals of the program: improving employee wellness and empowering women. “When employees eat nutritious food, their productivity increases. They think better, work better, and live better. Our Millet Mothers initiative ensures that every meal not only nourishes the body but also empowers the women preparing it,” Sarakadam said.

The Millet Lunch Program is now open to corporate partnerships across Hyderabad, catering to companies of all sizes—small, medium, and large. The program offers freshly cooked, easy-to-digest millet-based meals that promote both mental and physical well-being. Actress Laya, the brand ambassador for the Millet Mothers initiative, emphasized the program’s commitment to healthy living and women’s empowerment, pointing out that millets are not only good for health but also support grassroots economic development by creating income opportunities for women.

This initiative is a win-win for both employees and the community, combining better health with social impact.

Source: The Hans India

Hyderabad Police Chief Condemns Drunk Driving as ‘Terrorism’ After Deadly Bus Fire in Kurnool

HYDERABAD / KURNOOL — In the wake of a devastating bus fire in Kurnool district, Andhra Pradesh, which claimed at least 20 lives, V.C. Sajjanar, Commissioner of Police in Hyderabad, has issued a sharp condemnation of drunk driving, calling those who drive under the influence “terrorists”.

The incident involved a private sleeper bus travelling from Hyderabad to Bengaluru, which collided with a motorcycle on the highway in the early hours of Friday. The bike, ridden by a man under the influence of alcohol, was reportedly dragged by the bus before his vehicle’s fuel tank ignited, setting off the fire that engulfed the bus and killed the passengers. 

In a post on the social media platform X, Mr Sajjanar said: “Drunk drivers are terrorists. Period. Drunk drivers are terrorists and their actions are nothing short of acts of terror on our roads.” He described the Kurnool tragedy not as a mere accident but as “a criminal act of negligence that annihilated entire families within seconds.”

He emphasised that under his jurisdiction there will be no leniency or exception for those caught driving while intoxicated. “Every single person caught driving under the influence will face the full force of law. There will be no mercy for those who endanger innocent lives,” he said.

Investigators have since confirmed that the motorcyclist was driving while drunk and had earlier refuelled his bike just minutes before the crash. The bike’s headlight was found to be non-functional and the rider lost control before the fatal collision.

The bus driver has been arrested in connection with the incident and further investigations are underway into the sequence of events that triggered the blaze

This tragedy has reignited calls for stricter enforcement of laws against driving under the influence and stricter penalties for those who risk public safety on the roads.

Source:Times of India India Times

Murrah Bulls from Haryana to Steal the Spotlight at Hyderabad’s Sadar Sammelan

Hyderabad, Telangana | October 17, 2025 — The vibrant streets of Hyderabad are gearing up for one of the most awaited post-Diwali celebrations — the Sadar Sammelan, also known as Dunnapothula Panduga. This year, the spotlight will shine brightly on a special attraction: Murrah bulls from Haryana, famed for their strength, size, and majestic presence.

These elite bulls, bred in Haryana and known for their remarkable physique and high milk yield, have arrived in Telangana to participate in the grand cattle parade. Every year, this event brings together farmers, cattle breeders, and animal lovers to celebrate the importance of livestock in rural life.

The Sadar Sammelan, traditionally held a day after Diwali, showcases beautifully decorated bulls adorned with colorful ornaments, paint, and garlands. The festival highlights the deep cultural bond between farmers and their cattle — symbolizing prosperity, pride, and gratitude for the animals that sustain agricultural livelihoods.

This year, the Murrah bulls have already become the talk of the town. Their participation is expected to attract thousands of spectators eager to witness the majestic creatures parade through Hyderabad’s bustling streets.

Organizers say the event is not just about spectacle — it’s also a platform to promote the preservation and appreciation of indigenous and high-quality cattle breeds.

With rhythmic drumbeats, folk performances, and festive cheers filling the air, the Sadar Sammelan 2025 promises to be a colorful tribute to rural heritage and the enduring relationship between humans and their livestock.

Source : The News Minute

Traditional Art Showcase at IIT Hyderabad (5th – 8th October)-2025

As part of the cultural events hosted at IIT Hyderabad from 5th to 8th October, we were delighted to present a curated show of Koyya Bommalata, the traditional string puppet theatre of Telangana. The performance offered delegates an immersive experience of this age-old storytelling art form, blending folklore, music, and craftsmanship.

In addition to the performance, we also conducted a hands-on workshop on Cheriyal Mask Painting, introducing participants to the unique art tradition of Telangana. Attendees explored the process of painting with natural colours, learning the intricate techniques that go into creating these expressive masks.

The event aimed to celebrate and preserve India’s rich cultural heritage while providing participants with an opportunity to engage directly with traditional artisans and practices.

First science centre for slum students-October 11, 2025

Will cater to students of govt schools from Class VI to SSC

By Sunil Mungara | Hyderabad

The city’s first science centre exclusively for students from Class VI to SSC in government schools within slum areas is all set for inauguration.

The Sir CV Raman Akshaya Vidya Science Centre is being established in collaboration between the Secunderabad Cantonment Board (SCB) and city-based NGO Akshaya Vidya Foundation, at a decades-old government school at Tadbun Colony.

SCB Chief Executive Officer, D. Madhukar Naik, provided the school building and land on lease. Varaprasad Tentu, founder chairman of Akshaya Vidya Bhavan, said they converted the classrooms into science labs and equipped them with lab material related to science and technology.

Typically, children in government schools, especially in urban slums, lack exposure to science labs and opportunities for practical experiments.

“This science centre will give a boost to ideas among the children. We are appointing trained instructors to guide the students through practical experiments,” Varaprasad said.

The foundation invested ₹1.5 crore in renovating the school building and adding paintings that reflect science and technology themes. Even the walls of the classrooms are painted with science-oriented themes.

Varaprasad explained that the city-based NGO Akshaya Vidya Foundation aims to provide better education opportunities to children from poor and illiterate families who cannot afford to send their children to corporate schools.

“Children studying in government schools often do not have access to science labs and the new centre seeks to fill that gap,” he added.

They have identified nearly 15 government schools within a 15 km radius in Secunderabad Cantonment to send the children to the science centre.

The new centre is being planned to be inaugurated by President Droupadi Murmu, who will be visiting the city in December as part of her southern sojourn.

Decades-old government school turned into a science centre

Penathia, a retired army havildar and resident of Tadbun Colony, said the government school where the science centre is coming up was operating for the past five decades with around 100 children.

“But the school’s strength dropped to 20 after parents enrolled their children in local corporate schools. Parents are also reluctant to send their children as they have to cross the National Highway-44, one of the busiest roads in the Cantonment. Thus, the school’s strength dropped,” he said.

A senior SCB official said the school building has served as a polling station for more than five decades.

“With the school not functional, we have allotted it to an NGO to set up a Science Centre, which is more useful for the students studying in slum schools,” the official added.

16th Mulam Santha Successfully Completed-𝗢𝗰𝘁𝗼𝗯𝗲𝗿 𝟏𝟭𝐭𝐡, 𝟐𝟎𝟐𝟓

📅 𝐃𝐚𝐭𝐞: 𝗢𝗰𝘁𝗼𝗯𝗲𝗿 𝟏𝟭𝐭𝐡, 𝟐𝟎𝟐𝟓⁣
🕙 𝐓𝐢𝐦𝐞: 𝟏𝟎:𝟎𝟎 𝐀𝐌 – 𝟕:𝟎𝟎 𝐏𝐌⁣
📍 𝐕𝐞𝐧𝐮𝐞: 𝐌𝐚𝐫𝐫𝐢 𝐊𝐫𝐢𝐬𝐡𝐧𝐚 𝐇𝐚𝐥𝐥, 𝐓𝐚𝐫𝐧𝐚𝐤𝐚⁣
𝐀𝐛𝐨𝐮𝐭 𝐭𝐡𝐞 𝐄𝐯𝐞𝐧𝐭⁣
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𝟭𝟲𝘁𝗵 𝗠𝘂𝗹𝗮𝗺 𝗦𝗮𝗻𝘁𝗵𝗮 𝗦𝘂𝗰𝗰𝗲𝘀𝘀𝗳𝘂𝗹𝗹𝘆 𝗖𝗼𝗺𝗽𝗹𝗲𝘁𝗲𝗱!
𝗢𝗿𝗴𝗮𝗻𝗶𝘇𝗲𝗱 𝗷𝗼𝗶𝗻𝘁𝗹𝘆 𝗯𝘆 𝗖𝗦𝗥 𝗠𝗲𝗺𝗼𝗿𝗶𝗮𝗹 𝗙𝗼𝘂𝗻𝗱𝗮𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻 𝗮𝗻𝗱 𝗚𝗿𝗮𝗺𝗮 𝗕𝗵𝗮𝗿𝗮𝘁𝗵𝗶, 𝘁𝗵𝗲 𝗳𝗮𝗶𝗿 𝘄𝗮𝘀 𝗮 𝗴𝗿𝗮𝗻𝗱 𝘀𝘂𝗰𝗰𝗲𝘀𝘀.
𝗛𝗲𝗹𝗱 𝗮𝘁 𝗠𝗮𝗿𝗿𝗶 𝗞𝗿𝗶𝘀𝗵𝗻𝗮 𝗛𝗮𝗹𝗹, 𝗧𝗮𝗿𝗻𝗮𝗸𝗮 𝗼𝗻 𝟭𝟭𝘁𝗵 𝗢𝗰𝘁𝗼𝗯𝗲𝗿 𝟮𝟬𝟮𝟱.
𝗙𝗮𝗿𝗺𝗲𝗿𝘀, 𝗮𝗿𝘁𝗶𝘀𝗮𝗻𝘀, 𝗸𝗵𝗮𝗱𝗶 𝘄𝗼𝗿𝗸𝗲𝗿𝘀, 𝗮𝗻𝗱 𝗺𝗶𝗹𝗹𝗲𝘁 𝗽𝗿𝗼𝗱𝘂𝗰𝗲𝗿𝘀 𝗮𝗰𝘁𝗶𝘃𝗲𝗹𝘆 𝗽𝗮𝗿𝘁𝗶𝗰𝗶𝗽𝗮𝘁𝗲𝗱.
𝗢𝘃𝗲𝗿 𝟭𝟬𝟬 𝘀𝘁𝗮𝗹𝗹𝘀 𝗳𝗿𝗼𝗺 𝘁𝗵𝗿𝗲𝗲 𝘀𝘁𝗮𝘁𝗲𝘀 𝘀𝗵𝗼𝘄𝗰𝗮𝘀𝗲𝗱 𝗱𝗶𝘃𝗲𝗿𝘀𝗲 𝗲𝗰𝗼-𝗳𝗿𝗶𝗲𝗻𝗱𝗹𝘆 𝗽𝗿𝗼𝗱𝘂𝗰𝘁𝘀.
𝗠𝗼𝗿𝗲 𝘁𝗵𝗮𝗻 𝟱𝟬𝟬 𝘃𝗮𝗿𝗶𝗲𝘁𝗶𝗲𝘀 𝗼𝗳 𝗻𝗮𝘁𝘂𝗿𝗮𝗹 𝗮𝗻𝗱 𝘀𝘂𝘀𝘁𝗮𝗶𝗻𝗮𝗯𝗹𝗲 𝗴𝗼𝗼𝗱𝘀 𝘄𝗲𝗿𝗲 𝗮𝘃𝗮𝗶𝗹𝗮𝗯𝗹𝗲.
𝗦𝗲𝗲𝗱𝘀, 𝘀𝗮𝗽𝗹𝗶𝗻𝗴𝘀, 𝗯𝗶𝗼-𝗲𝗻𝘇𝘆𝗺𝗲𝘀, 𝗸𝗵𝗮𝗱𝗶 𝗴𝗮𝗿𝗺𝗲𝗻𝘁𝘀, 𝗮𝗻𝗱 𝗺𝗶𝗹𝗹𝗲𝘁-𝗯𝗮𝘀𝗲𝗱 𝗳𝗼𝗼𝗱𝘀 𝗮𝘁𝘁𝗿𝗮𝗰𝘁𝗲𝗱 𝘃𝗶𝘀𝗶𝘁𝗼𝗿𝘀.
𝗧𝗵𝗲 𝗳𝗮𝗶𝗿 𝗽𝗿𝗼𝗺𝗼𝘁𝗲𝗱 𝗲𝗰𝗼-𝗰𝗼𝗻𝘀𝗰𝗶𝗼𝘂𝘀 𝗹𝗶𝘃𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝗮𝗻𝗱 𝗿𝘂𝗿𝗮𝗹 𝗲𝗺𝗽𝗼𝘄𝗲𝗿𝗺𝗲𝗻𝘁.
𝗘𝗻𝘁𝗵𝘂𝘀𝗶𝗮𝘀𝘁𝗶𝗰 𝗽𝗮𝗿𝘁𝗶𝗰𝗶𝗽𝗮𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻 𝗳𝗿𝗼𝗺 𝗻𝗮𝘁𝘂𝗿𝗲 𝗹𝗼𝘃𝗲𝗿𝘀 𝗺𝗮𝗱𝗲 𝘁𝗵𝗲 𝗲𝘃𝗲𝗻𝘁 𝘃𝗶𝗯𝗿𝗮𝗻𝘁.
🌿 𝗟𝗲𝘁’𝘀 𝘀𝘁𝗿𝗲𝗻𝗴𝘁𝗵𝗲𝗻 𝗼𝘂𝗿 𝗿𝗼𝗼𝘁𝘀 𝗮𝗻𝗱 𝗴𝗿𝗼𝘄 𝘄𝗶𝘁𝗵 𝗻𝗮𝘁𝘂𝗿𝗲!

Jubilee Hills Byepoll Date Announced, Election Code Comes into Force in Hyderabad- 11-November-2025

Hyderabad | October 7, 2025 — The Model Code of Conduct came into effect in Hyderabad district on October 6, following the announcement of the Jubilee Hills Assembly by-election, which will be held on November 11.

The bye-election was necessitated by the death of sitting MLA Maganti Gopinath of the Bharat Rashtra Samithi (BRS) in June this year. The BRS has nominated his wife, Maganti Sunitha, as its candidate. The Congress and Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) are yet to announce their nominees.

Telangana Chief Electoral Officer C. Sudharshan Reddy stated that all necessary arrangements are being made to ensure a free, fair, and peaceful election. The Election Commission has also directed all parties and candidates to disclose any criminal antecedents through newspapers, television, and digital platforms.

The official election notification will be issued on October 13.

  • Last date for filing nominations: October 21
  • Scrutiny of nominations: October 22
  • Withdrawal of candidature: October 24
  • Polling date: November 11
  • Counting of votes: November 14
  • Election process completion: November 16

Hyderabad District Returning Officer R.V. Karnan, who also serves as GHMC Commissioner, announced that new voters may register within 10 days of the notification. He confirmed that the Model Code of Conduct is now in effect across Hyderabad district.

Voting will be conducted using Electronic Voting Machines (EVMs) and Voter Verifiable Paper Audit Trail (VVPAT) systems across all polling stations. Adequate numbers of EVMs have been tested and deployed to ensure smooth polling operations.

Voters can present their EPIC (Voter ID) or any other approved identification document such as Aadhaar, Driving Licence, Passport, PAN Card, or Pension ID. The CEO urged all citizens to verify their names on the electoral rolls and participate actively in the democratic process.

As per the final electoral roll published last week, the Jubilee Hills constituency has 3,99,000 voters — including 2,07,382 males, 1,91,593 females, and 25 third-gender voters. This marks a 3.49% increase from the 3,85,287 voters registered during the 2023 Assembly elections.

Polling will be held across 407 polling stations spread across 139 locations in the constituency.

In the 2023 Assembly elections, BRS candidate Maganti Gopinath scored a hat-trick victory, defeating former Indian cricket captain and Congress candidate Mohammed Azharuddin by 16,337 votes. Gopinath secured 80,549 votes, while Azharuddin polled 64,212. BJP’s L. Deepak Reddy finished third with 25,866 votes, and AIMIM’s candidate came fourth with 7,848 votes.

Youth for Seva | Paper Bag Making & Plastic Awareness Drive at St. Ann’s College for Women, Mehdipatnam 8 October, 2025

As part of the Environmental Training and Plastic Awareness Initiative, the Hyderabad College Relations Team of Youth for Seva organized an inspiring Paper Bag Making Activity at St. Ann’s College for Women, Mehdipatnam.

A total of 108 enthusiastic first-year students from the NSS and Dharani Eco Club actively participated, many of them experiencing the joy of making eco-friendly paper bags for the very first time. 💪✨

With incredible creativity and teamwork, the students crafted nearly 250 reusable paper bags in a variety of shapes, sizes, and designs — proving that sustainability can be both practical and fun!

Taking their learning beyond the classroom, the students then led a Plastic Awareness Drive in the local community. They distributed their handmade paper bags to fruit vendors and medical shops, spreading the message of sustainability and encouraging a shift away from single-use plastics. 🍃

Through this simple yet impactful initiative, the students of St. Ann’s College showcased how small steps can lead to a cleaner, greener, and more sustainable future. 🌎💚

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