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19th Grand Indian Nursery Mela 2026 at People’s Plaza, Hyderabad

Hyderabad is all set to welcome a refreshing burst of greenery as the Grand Indian Nursery Mela 2026 makes its much-awaited return this January. A favourite annual event among plant lovers, gardening enthusiasts, families, and nature seekers, the mela promises five days of immersive green experiences, learning, and relaxation right in the heart of the city.

From January 29 to February 2, 2026, People’s Plaza at Necklace Road will transform into a vibrant garden paradise overlooking the serene Hussain Sagar Lake. Open daily from 9:00 AM to 9:00 PM, the event offers an affordable and enjoyable outing for everyone, with entry tickets priced at just ₹40.

A Celebration of Plants and Green Living

The Grand Indian Nursery Mela is known for bringing together some of the finest nurseries from across the country under one roof. Visitors can expect an impressive and diverse display of plants — from rare and exotic varieties to everyday household favourites.

Rows of colourful ornamental plants, fragrant medicinal herbs, elegant bonsai trees, trendy air plants, resilient succulents, and essential kitchen garden plants will line the venue. Whether you are a seasoned gardener or someone just beginning their green journey, the mela offers something for every level of interest.

For those keen on growing something unique at home, options such as dragon fruit plants, spice plants, and fruit-bearing saplings will be available. These not only add greenery to homes but also encourage sustainable, home-grown food habits.

Everything You Need for Your Garden

Beyond plants, the mela is a one-stop destination for gardening essentials. Visitors can browse through a wide range of:

  • Decorative pots and planters
  • Gardening tools and accessories
  • Organic fertilizers and compost
  • Soil mixtures and eco-friendly gardening solutions

Experts from participating nurseries will be present throughout the event to offer guidance on plant selection, watering schedules, sunlight requirements, and overall plant care — especially tailored to Hyderabad’s climate conditions. This makes the mela particularly helpful for beginners and balcony gardeners.

A Learning and Leisure Experience

The Grand Indian Nursery Mela is not just about shopping; it is also about learning and leisure. Students and young visitors get an opportunity to understand the importance of eco-friendly living, biodiversity, and sustainable gardening practices. Families can enjoy relaxed evening walks through lush green stalls, while photography enthusiasts will find plenty of vibrant floral corners perfect for capturing memorable shots.

The calm setting by the lake, combined with the refreshing greenery, offers a peaceful escape from the city’s fast-paced routine — making it an ideal spot to unwind and reconnect with nature.

Perfect Timing for Hyderabad’s Green Revolution

With the growing popularity of balcony gardens, indoor plants, and home gardening in Hyderabad, the Grand Indian Nursery Mela arrives at just the right time. More residents are embracing plants not just as décor but as a lifestyle choice that promotes well-being, sustainability, and a closer connection to nature.

Whether you’re looking to green up your home, start a small kitchen garden, learn about plant care, or simply enjoy a nature-filled day out, the Grand Indian Nursery Mela 2026 offers a wholesome and enriching experience.

Event at a Glance

  • Event: Grand Indian Nursery Mela 2026
  • Dates: January 29 to February 2, 2026
  • Venue: People’s Plaza, Necklace Road, Hyderabad
  • Timings: 9:00 AM – 9:00 PM
  • Entry Fee: ₹40

This January, don’t just bring home memories — bring home a little piece of nature from the Grand Indian Nursery Mela 2026.

19th Mulam Santha – Successfully Completed

🌱 19th Mulam Santha – Successfully Completed! 🌱
📅 Date: 10 January 2026
🕙 Time: 10:00 AM – 7:00 PM
📍 Venue: Marri Krishna Hall, Tarnaka

The 19th Mulam Santha, jointly organized by CSR Memorial Foundation and Grama Bharathi, was successfully conducted at Marri Krishna Hall, Tarnaka. The event turned into a vibrant celebration of sustainability, rural livelihoods, and eco-friendly living.

✨ Event Highlights

🌾 Active participation from farmers, artisans, khadi workers, and millet producers
🛍️ 100+ stalls from three states, showcasing traditional and natural products
🌿 500+ varieties of eco-friendly and sustainable goods on display
🌱 High interest in seeds, saplings, bio-enzymes, khadi garments, and millet-based foods
🤝 Huge turnout from nature lovers and conscious consumers, making the event lively and inspiring

The fair strongly promoted eco-conscious lifestyles, traditional livelihoods, and rural empowerment, offering a meaningful platform for sustainable choices and community connection.

🌿 Let’s strengthen our roots and grow with nature! 🌿

Mulam Khel – Traditional Indian Games | Successfully Completed 10-Jan-2026

The Mulam Khel – Traditional Indian Games event, organized by CSR Memorial Foundation, was successfully conducted with wonderful participation at Marri Krishna Hall, Tarnaka.

People of all ages came together to relive the joy of classic Indian traditional games, creating a lively atmosphere filled with learning, laughter, and togetherness. The play-and-learn session beautifully highlighted the importance of preserving our cultural roots while strengthening community bonds.

We extend our heartfelt thanks to all participants, volunteers, and supporters who made this event a memorable success. We look forward to hosting many more such meaningful and engaging community programs in the future.

Kite Fest – Makara Sankranthi Special Successfully Completed-10 January 2026

The Kite Fest – Makara Sankranthi Special, organized by CSR Memorial Foundation – GramaBharathi, was successfully conducted with great enthusiasm and active participation on Saturday, 10 January 2026, at Marri Krishna Hall, Tarnaka.

Participants joyfully showcased their skills and creativity through colorful kite flying, spreading festive cheer and celebrating the true spirit of Makara Sankranthi. The program created a lively and joyful atmosphere, encouraging community bonding and cultural celebration.

CSR Memorial Foundation – GramaBharathi extends its heartfelt gratitude to all participants, volunteers, and supporters who contributed to the grand success of this event. We look forward to organizing many more community-focused and cultural programs in the future.

Sankranthi Special Gomatha Puja – 10 January 2026

The Sankranthi Special Gomatha Puja, conducted as part of the Mulam Santha Event, was successfully held on 10 January 2026 at Marri Krishna Hall, Tarnaka Gate. Devotees participated in large numbers and offered prayers to Gomatha, seeking divine blessings for health, prosperity, and well-being.

The event was carried out in a serene and devotional atmosphere with special rituals, aartis, and mantra chanting. We sincerely thank the organizers, volunteers, and all devotees for their support in making this sacred occasion a grand success.

🙏 May the blessings of Gomatha bring peace and prosperity to all.

17 Hyderabad Students Build Payload For Upcoming ISRO Launch

17 Hyderabad Students Build Payload For Upcoming ISRO Launch

17 Hyderabad Students Build Payload for Upcoming ISRO Launch

The students of Blue Blocks Montessori School have named their payload Project SBB-1 (Satellite Blue Blocks-1), which has now received official clearance from ISRO for launch aboard the PSLV-C62 mission.


Hyderabad: A team of 17 students aged between 12 and 15 from Hyderabad has achieved a remarkable milestone by designing and building a flight-ready CubeSat payload, scheduled for launch aboard an ISRO mission on January 12 from the Satish Dhawan Space Centre (SDSC-SHAR), Sriharikota.

The students of Blue Blocks Montessori School have named their payload Project SBB-1 (Satellite Blue Blocks-1). The project has received official clearance from ISRO and will fly on the PSLV-C62 mission.

    Setting their work apart from conventional school-level STEM projects, the students independently designed, assembled, and programmed the CubeSat payload. They used commercial off-the-shelf sensors, soldered electronic components, and developed firmware capable of transmitting real-time telemetry. While experts from Take Me 2 Space offered mentorship and technical guidance, the entire engineering effort—from hardware integration to coding—was carried out by the students themselves..

    “Debugging the code when the sensors failed to communicate was the most challenging part. We didn’t want to just witness a launch—we wanted our work to fly on the rocket,” said one of the students.

    The project was developed at the Blue Blocks Micro Research Institute using a learning framework known as ‘Structural Autonomy,’ which promotes independent problem-solving with minimal adult supervision. Emphasising the achievement, co-founder Pavan Goyal said, “They are not engineers of the future; they are flight-ready engineers today.”

    The Blue Blocks initiative has earned international recognition, with the Nobel Peace Center in Oslo inviting co-founder Pavan Goyal to present the programme’s methodology. In addition, the students are set to deliver a technical review at the AMI Conference in Mexico, showcasing their work on a global stage.

    About the PSLV-C62 Mission 

    The PSLV-C62 mission will carry the EOS-N1 Earth observation satellite, along with 15 co-passenger satellites from India and international partners. The mission will also feature a technology demonstration of the Kestrel Initial Technology Demonstrator (KID), a compact prototype re-entry vehicle developed by a Spanish startup.

    ISRO’s Polar Satellite Launch Vehicle (PSLV) is regarded as the organisation’s most reliable launch system, having completed 63 successful missions. Its legacy includes landmark launches such as Chandrayaan-1, the Mars Orbiter Mission, Aditya-L1, and Astrosat, and it holds a global record for deploying 104 satellites in a single mission in 2017.

    With Swami’s Blessings, New Skill Development Batch Commences on 05 January 2026

    Sri Sathya Sai Skill Development Center, Khairatabad

    Pranaams to the Divine Feet of Bhagawan Sri Sathya Sai Baba varu. 🙏

    With Swami’s boundless grace, the Sri Sathya Sai Skill Development Center continues its mission of empowering unemployed youth through value-based, industry-relevant education.

    After the successful completion of two batches of the Data Engineer course, where 220 unemployed youth were trained and 70 candidates secured placements in reputed organizations, we had planned to launch yet another Data Engineer batch. However, as always, Swami had other divine plans.

    Recently, IBM Senior Management approached us with a special request—to design a focused training program for unemployed MBA Finance and Commerce graduates. Their requirement was clear: equip youth with strong foundations in

    • Financial Mathematics
    • Economics
    • Data Literacy (Excel)
    • Communication Skills
    • Positive Attitude and Professional Mindset

    In response, our team has thoughtfully designed an intensive 3-week training program tailored specifically to meet IBM’s expectations and industry standards.

    📅 Program Details

    • Course Start Date: 05 January (Monday)
    • Time: 10:00 AM
    • Venue: Sri Sathya Sai Skill Development Center, Khairatabad
    • Batch Strength: 25 unemployed youth

    From this batch, 10–15 eligible and well-performing candidates are expected to be considered for opportunities aligned with IBM’s requirements.

    We extend our heartfelt wishes to all the students embarking on this new journey of learning and transformation. May this program open doors to meaningful employment and a brighter future.

    May Bhagawan Sri Sathya Sai Baba bless these students with knowledge, confidence, and success, and guide us always in our efforts to serve more youth.

    Jai Sairam 🙏

    Sai Anandham – Marri Savitradevi 101st Birth Anniversary | 4 Jan 2026

    Hyderabad, January 4, 2026:

    The 101st birth anniversary of Smt. Marri Savitradevi, wife of former united Andhra Pradesh Chief Minister Dr. Marri Chenna Reddy, was celebrated with great devotion and grandeur under the banner of “Sai Anandham” at the Dr. Marri Chenna Reddy Memorial Rock Garden, Indira Park, Hyderabad.

    As part of the celebrations, floral tributes were offered to the statue of Savitradevi followed by a cake-cutting ceremony. Her life, values, and commitment to social welfare were fondly remembered, and heartfelt tributes were paid. The event was organized by the CSR Memorial Foundation.

    The program was coordinated by Sri K. Krishna Reddy, grandson of Dr. Marri Chenna Reddy and Smt. Savitradevi, and a Bhagawan Sri Sathya Sai Baba alumnus (MBA 1992–94 batch).

    Sai Anandham – A Celebration of Devotion and Service

    The “Sai Anandham” program stood as the highlight of the celebrations, bringing together devotees from various Sri Sathya Sai Seva Samithis across Hyderabad, including Tarnaka, Kushaiguda, and Nagaram.

    A variety of recreational and cultural activities such as Lemon Spoon, Book on Head, Musical Chairs, Carroms, Chess, and Dadi were organized. Senior citizens enthusiastically participated and expressed immense joy. Winners were felicitated with prizes.

    Sai devotees shared their spiritual experiences and long association with Bhagawan Sri Sathya Sai Baba. A photo exhibition depicting Sathya Sai service activities was arranged, and Annadanam was provided to devotees.

    The event was graced by distinguished guests including P. V. Subrahmanyam, Meenakshi Devi, I.G. Dora, and Vasudeva Rao.

    The Sai Anandham program concluded successfully in an atmosphere filled with devotion, service, and spiritual joy, reflecting the timeless message of Bhagawan Sri Sathya Sai Baba:
    “Love All – Serve All; Help Ever – Hurt Never.”

    Jai Sai Ram 🙏

    NMDC–The Hindu FIC Chess Tournament to Be Held in Hyderabad on January 3

    The National Mineral Development Corporation (NMDC), in association with The Hindu, will organise the FIC Chess Tournament in Hyderabad on Saturday, January 3. The one-day tournament will take place at the State Art Gallery, Madhapur.

    The competition will feature multiple age categories — Under-7, Under-9, Under-11, Under-13 and Under-15 — for both boys and girls. Matches will be conducted on a Swiss League format and played under the latest FIDE Rapid Rules.

    Players born on or after January 1, 2011, are eligible to participate. The tournament is being organised under the aegis of the Telangana Chess Association.

    Registration Details

    • Registration is free of cost
    • Online registration only (no spot registrations)
    • Participants must carry a photocopy of their Aadhaar card, which is mandatory and must be produced on demand
    • Registered players are required to report at the venue by 9.30 a.m.

    Prizes

    The top three finishers in each category will receive prizes, certificates, and a shield.
    The prize distribution ceremony will be held at the NMDC Office, Masab Tank, on January 26, 2026. Winners will be informed separately about the ceremony timings.

    For further information, participants may contact the organisers at 9989912645.

    GHMC to Be Split Into Three Civic Bodies: Hyderabad, Cyberabad and Malkajgiri 31 December 2025

    The Greater Hyderabad Municipal Corporation (GHMC), currently India’s largest civic body, is set to be trifurcated into three separate municipal corporations — Hyderabad, Cyberabad, and Malkajgiri — as part of a major administrative reorganisation planned by the Telangana government.

    According to government sources, an official announcement is likely after the current GHMC Council’s term ends on February 10, 2026. More details are expected to emerge during the Telangana Assembly session scheduled for January 2026.

    Why the GHMC Is Being Reorganised

    Over the years, GHMC’s jurisdiction has expanded significantly. The civic body now covers 2,053 square kilometres, following the merger of 27 urban local bodies located within or around the Outer Ring Road (ORR). This expansion transformed GHMC into a massive administrative unit, raising concerns over efficiency and governance.

    Currently, GHMC is divided into:

    • 12 zones
    • 60 circles
    • 300 wards

    Before the expansion, the erstwhile GHMC covered just 650 sq. km, with 30 circles and 150 wards.

    Proposed Ward Distribution

    The state government is reportedly considering two possible models for dividing the wards among the three new municipal corporations:

    1. Hyderabad: 150 wards
      Cyberabad: 75 wards
      Malkajgiri: 75 wards

    OR

    1. Equal distribution:
      • Hyderabad: 100 wards
      • Cyberabad: 100 wards
      • Malkajgiri: 100 wards

    A final decision is expected closer to the announcement date.

    Impact on Urban Governance

    The proposed trifurcation aims to:

    • Improve administrative efficiency
    • Ensure better civic service delivery
    • Enable focused urban planning for different regions

    If implemented, GHMC will lose its status as the country’s largest municipal corporation, marking a significant shift in Hyderabad’s urban governance structure.