With the divine blessings of Bhagawan Sri Sathya Sai Baba, the Mother’s Day Celebrations were held on 15th August 2025 at Sri Malli Krishna Reddy Function Hall, Vijayapuri Colony, Tarnaka, Secunderabad.
🙏 The program was a grand success with heartfelt participation in devotional songs, bhajans, spiritual discourses, and cultural activities. The event was filled with devotion, love, and gratitude, making it a truly memorable occasion for all devotees.
✨ We extend our sincere thanks to all the organizers, volunteers, and devotees who contributed to making this celebration successful.
Riyadh – On Friday, August 8, 2025, Peacock Restaurant—a celebrated name in Hyderabadi cuisine from Karimnagar—unveiled its first overseas location in the Al-Malaz area of Saudi Arabia’s capital. The inauguration was officiated by Indian Ambassador to Saudi Arabia, Dr. Suhel Khan, and witnessed by a vibrant gathering of Indian expatriates and Saudi guests The Siasat Daily.
Founded in 1996 by the late Mohammed Akthar Ali, Peacock has become synonymous with authentic Hyderabadi biryani, kebabs, and hospitality. Its Riyadh outlet is envisioned as a cultural and culinary bridge, serving a variety of cuisines including Indian, Indo-Chinese, tandoori, and continental, along with traditional sweets and snacks The Siasat Daily.
The venture is a collaboration involving:
Syed Wayez Ahmed, Group CEO of Wayez International Group
Mohammed Asghar Ali, Managing Director of Peacock Group of Hotels and Restaurants
Mohammad Ali Al Jaidi, CEO of MAJIC Investment Company
Zaki, Vice President of Wayez International Group The Hans IndiaTelangana TribuneThe Siasat Daily
Catering to families and social gatherings, the Riyadh outlet features a dining area for 100 guests and an adjoining banquet hall accommodating 120 guests The Siasat DailyThe Hans India. Reflecting a commitment to sustainability, the restaurant has partnered with Hyderabad-based BioReform to eliminate single-use plastics from its operations The Siasat Daily.
This expansion not only introduces rich regional flavors to a global stage but also strengthens cultural ties, offering Saudis and the Indian diaspora alike a taste of home.
Milpitas, California, Aug 8: Telangana Development Forum (TDF), which played a key role in the Telangana statehood movement, is celebrating its 25th anniversary with “Pragathi Telangana” Silver Jubilee events at the Indian Community Center, Milpitas.
Led by TDF America Chairman Murali Chintalapani and President Manikonda Srinivas, the opening day honoured senior leaders T.R. Reddy, Gopal Reddy, Divesh Anireddy, and Challa Kavitha for their services. Special tribute videos were presented.
Guests from India include MLC Prof. M. Kodandaram, Telangana State Education Commission Chairman Akunuri Murali (Retd. IAS), former MP Atmacharan Reddy, and Consul General Dr. K. Srikar Reddy.
The three-day event features business, political, startup, and leadership forums, a Telangana Folk Night, and will conclude with the TDF General Body Meeting on August 10.
🌿🌾 14th Mulam Santha – A Grand Success! 🌾🌿 📅 Date: 2nd August 2025 📍 Marri Krishna Hall, Tarnaka
🙏 Heartfelt thanks to everyone who made the 14th Moolam Santha a grand success with your enthusiastic participation, love, and support.
🌟 Highlights of the Santha: 🪴 Organic produce stalls 🍅 Direct farmer-to-customer sales 🎨 Cultural performances 🍽️ Annapatra – Free eco-meal service 🪔 Natural turmeric-clay Ganeshas 🌱 Promotion of traditional & sustainable living
Each part of the event received overwhelming response from the community!
🤝 Your encouragement keeps us inspired. 📸 We will be sharing event highlights through photos and reels very soon.
💐 Let’s meet again at the next Moolam Santha! #MulamSantha #OrganicMarket #TarnakaEvents #SatvikLiving #Annapatra #EcoFriendlyLiving
🌿 Mulam Santha Inspires Eco Living at Tarnaka Event
Tarnaka, Hyderabad – July 19, 2025: A powerful message of going back to our roots echoed at the Mulam Village Festival & Consumer Fair, organized at Marri Krishna Hall, Tarnaka. The event drew attention to sustainable lifestyle practices, organic living, and indigenous products.
Renowned spiritual leader Swami Ramananda Prabhuji Maharaj, President of Sri Sai Dham, graced the occasion and urged the public to support Moolam Santha—a platform that promotes environmentally friendly practices through cow-based farming, traditional foods, and natural products.
💡 Highlight of the Event:
Mr. Krishna Reddy, the chief organizer, was instrumental in the successful execution of the program. His coordination ensured a well-curated experience for both exhibitors and visitors.
“These markets not only revive our traditions but also serve as models for eco-conscious living,” said Mr. Krishna Reddy.
🌱 What Made This Event Special:
Visitors experienced a variety of stalls: ✅ Organic fruits & vegetables ✅ Cow-based health products ✅ Handmade crafts and eco-goods ✅ Traditional games and cultural elements
With the divine blessings of Bhagawan Sri Sathya Sai Baba, the Sri Sathya Sai Seva Organizations – Tarnaka Samithi joyfully conducted a spiritually uplifting event on Saturday, July 12, 2025.
🙏 108 Times Hanuman Chalisa Parayanam @ Marri Krishna Function Hall, Tarnaka
📌 Date: 12-07-2025 📍 Venue: Marri Krishna Function Hall, Tarnaka 🕘 Time: From 6:00 AM onwards
The event saw an enthusiastic gathering of devotees who participated in the chanting of Hanuman Chalisa 108 times. The entire atmosphere was filled with devotion, divine vibrations, and spiritual energy.
The soulful recitation created a powerful spiritual environment, leaving all participants deeply moved and connected to Lord Hanuman’s grace.
💐 Our Heartfelt Gratitude:
We extend our sincere thanks to all the volunteers, organizers, and devotees who made this event a grand success through their selfless service and heartfelt participation.
We look forward to organizing more such spiritual gatherings in the future with your continued support and participation.
🎉 Mana Santha 2025 – Mahilaa Abhivruddhi Neti Avasaram – Women Empowerment is the Need of the Hour concluded on a powerful and positive note! 💐 The event stood as a vibrant platform to honor the strength, creativity, and resilience of women. 🛍️ With over [insert number] stalls featuring handmade products, organic goods, handlooms, and food, the marketplace was alive with color and purpose. 🙏 Heartfelt thanks to the stallholders, visitors, and our enthusiastic volunteers – your energy made all the difference. 🎨 Today’s creative workshops like Seed Ball Making, Art & Crafts, and Eco-friendly Activities sparked imagination and awareness. 🌟 A special note of gratitude to Sri Krishna Reddy Garu for being the driving force behind this successful initiative. 🤝 The festival became a space for connection – where entrepreneurs shared, collaborated, and grew together. 📸 The smiles, the stories, the sales – every moment captured the spirit of community and empowerment. 💪 Mana Santha – A Festival with Purpose proudly carried forward the mission of Vocal for Local. 🌿 It wasn’t just a mela – it was a movement toward sustainable, inclusive, and women-led growth. 🌈 We are deeply grateful for the support of our community and partners who believed in this vision. 📢 From the entire Mana Santha team – Thank You! Let’s carry this energy forward and meet again, stronger than ever!
Dates: July 5th & 6th, 2025 Time: 10:00 AM – 6:00 PM Venue:Old Big Bazaar, Beside Decathlon, Boduppal, Uppal, Hyderabad
In the heart of Hyderabad’s bustling cultural spirit, a unique event is all set to bring communities together, showcase talent, and uplift local entrepreneurs—Mana Santha is back!
This isn’t just another flea market. It’s a celebration of creativity, empowerment, and local craftsmanship. Scheduled for July 5th and 6th, 2025, at the spacious Savithri Gardens in Boduppal, Mana Santha offers a vibrant mix of shopping, learning, and family fun.
✨ What Makes Mana Santha Special?
Organized with the theme “Mahilaa Abhivruddhi Neti Avasaram” (Today’s Need for Women Empowerment), Mana Santha is a platform designed to:
Promote self-reliance and small businesses
Empower women entrepreneurs and artisans
Encourage “Vocal for Local” spirit in the community
This event brings together handmade products, organic innovations, traditional textiles, and cultural food stalls, creating a space where passion meets purpose.
🛍️ Stall Highlights – A Shopper’s Paradise
Walk through rows of beautifully curated stalls offering:
💄 Beauty Products – Natural skincare and wellness items
🧸 Toys & Crafts – Unique, creative options for all ages
Whether you’re a connoisseur of crafts or just browsing for a weekend activity, there’s something for everyone.
🎨 Free Workshops – Unleash Your Creativity!
Don’t just shop – learn and create! Mana Santha features an Activity Zone with free creative workshops that are fun for kids, teens, and adults alike.
Featured Activities:
🌟 Clay Jewellery Making
🌟 Tie & Dye Art
🌟 Fabric Painting Workshop
🌟 Custom Art on Jeans & T-Shirts
🌟 Bottle Art Creations
…and much more!
All workshops are free and open to all. It’s the perfect chance to explore your artistic side or discover a new hobby.
💸 Want to Sell? Book Your Stall for Just ₹300/Day!
Calling all passionate creators, entrepreneurs, and home-based business owners! If you’ve got something handmade, local, or innovative to sell—Mana Santha is your stage.
🛍️ Stall Price: ₹300 per day
📞 Booking Contacts: 88856 70745 | 82474 41635
With footfall from across the city and an audience eager to shop small and support local, this is a golden opportunity to grow your reach.
💖 Why You Should Attend Mana Santha
✅ Empower Women & Local Talent
✅ Experience Authentic Arts & Crafts
✅ Enjoy a Family-Friendly Weekend
✅ Celebrate “Vocal for Local” Movement
“Mana Santha is not just a market. It’s a movement, a mission, and a celebration of the local spirit.”
Bring your friends, your family, and your festive spirit. Let’s shop, learn, support, and celebrate together. This July, let Mana Santha be your destination for everything handmade, heartfelt, and homegrown.
📍 Directions:
Old Big Bazaar, Beside Decathlon, Boduppal, Uppal, Hyderabad
🗓️ Dates: July 5th & 6th 🕙 Time: 10:00 AM to 6:00 PM
📅 జూలై 5 & 6, 2025 🕙 ఉదయం 10:00 – సాయంత్రం 6:00 📍 పాత బిగ్ బజార, డెక్కత్లాన్ పక్కన, బోడుప్పల్, ఉప్పల్, హైదరాబాదు
ఇది మేళా కాదు – ఇది ఒక మార్గం, ఒక ప్రేరణ, ఒక అవకాశము!
మన సంథా – ఒక రంగురంగుల సాంస్కృతిక పండుగ, మహిళా పారిశ్రామికవేత్తలకు మరియు స్థానిక కళాకారులకు ఒక గొప్ప వేదిక. “మహిళా అభివృద్ధి – నేటి అవసరం” అనే థీమ్ తో, ఈ ఈవెంట్ జూలై 5 & 6న హైదరాబాదులో జరగబోతోంది.
🎨 ఎందుకు మన సంథా ప్రత్యేకం?
✅ స్వయం ఉపాధికి మద్దతు
✅ మహిళల శక్తిని వెలికితీసే వేదిక
✅ కుటుంబమంతా ఎంజాయ్ చేయగల కలర్ఫుల్ ఈవెంట్
✅ “వొకల్ ఫర్ లోకల్” భావనకు నిజమైన అమలురూపం
🛍️ వస్తువుల శోభ – స్టాల్ హైలైట్స్
ఇక్కడ మీరు కొనుగోలు చేయగల ప్రతిది:
💄 బ్యూటీ ఉత్పత్తులు
🌿 సేంద్రీయ ఉత్పత్తులు
🧵 హ్యాండ్లూమ్ చీరలు, కుర్తీలు
✂️ రెడీమేడ్ బ్లౌజులు
💍 వివిధ రకాల ఆభరణాలు
👜 హస్తకళా సంచులు, డెకోర్ వస్తువులు, బాంగిల్స్
🍲 స్నాక్స్, ఊరగాయలు, టాయ్స్, హోం-మేడ్ ఆహారం
ఇది షాపింగ్ మాత్రమే కాదు – అనుభవం!
🎨 చెయ్యండి, నేర్చుకోండి – ఉచిత వర్క్షాప్లు!
చిన్న పిల్లలు నుంచి పెద్ద వాళ్ల వరకూ అందరికీ కావలసిన క్రియేటివ్ కర్ఫ్యూలు:
🌟 మట్టి ఆభరణాల తయారీ
🌟 టై & డై ఆర్ట్
🌟 ఫాబ్రిక్ పెయింటింగ్
🌟 జీన్స్, టీషర్ట్ మీద ఆర్ట్
🌟 బాటిల్ ఆర్ట్
ఇంకా ఎన్నో క్రియేటివ్ ఆకర్షణలు!
💸 మీ ఉత్పత్తులు అమ్మాలనుకుంటున్నారా? స్టాల్ కేవలం ₹300/రోజు!
మీరు హోమ్ బేస్డ్ వ్యాపారస్తులా? హస్తకారులా? అయితే ఇది మీకో అవకాశం! 📞 స్టాల్ బుకింగ్ కోసం కాల్ చేయండి: 📲 88856 70745 | 82474 41635
🌟 ఎందుకు రాలోచించాలి మన సంథాకి?
✅ మహిళల సాధికారతకు మద్దతు
✅ హస్తకళలను ప్రోత్సహించేందుకు
✅ కుటుంబంతో కలిసి ఎంజాయ్ చేయడానికి
✅ మనం చేసిందే మనకు అడ్డుగా ఉండాలి – మనకే మనం బలం!
రండి చూడండి, కొనండి, నేర్చుకోండి, ఎంజాయ్ చేయండి – మన క్రియేటివిటీతో మన సంథాలో కలుద్దాం!
📍 స్థలం వివరాలు:
పాత బిగ్ బజార్, డెక్కత్లాన్ పక్కన, బోడుప్పల్, ఉప్పల్, హైదరాబాదు 📅 తేదీలు: జూలై 5 & 6, 2025 🕙 సమయం: ఉదయం 10 నుండి సాయంత్రం 6 వరకు
Literature, folklore, cultural roots & craft communities
🎯 A true village-to-home market experience.
🍛 Special Farm-to-Table Lunch – ₹150 Only!
Enjoy a nutritious and delicious meal made with organic desi rice, rooted in tradition and packed with goodness.
🙌 Gratitude & Acknowledgement
We are proud to celebrate the 1st successful anniversary of Mulam Santha! A heartfelt thank you to the incredible Badruka Volunteers for your continued support and effort.
🧭 Join the Movement – Go Back to the Roots
Bring your friends and family! Reconnect with nature, tradition, and healthy living through this one-of-a-kind experience.
Pochampally: The Looms of Legacy and the Future of Ikkat Weaving Nestled in the heart of Telangana, the town of Pochampally is world-renowned for its mesmerizing Ikkat patterns and exquisite handwoven sarees. Often dubbed as the “Silk City of India”, Pochampally’s weavers blend tradition and precision in a complex textile art that has earned a Geographical Indication (GI) tag and global recognition.
The Step-by-Step Process of Making a Pochampally Ikkat Saree
Collection and Preparation of Yarn The process begins with sourcing cotton or silk yarns, typically procured from mills in nearby towns like Hyderabad or Warangal.
Degumming and Bleaching: For silk, the raw yarn is degummed and bleached.
Drying: The cleaned yarn is dried before dyeing begins.
Designing and Marking the Pattern Pochampally’s magic lies in its “tie and dye” resist technique. Patterns are designed on graph paper, and each color and section is meticulously calculated.
Tying the Yarn (Resist Dyeing) This step, called “Bandhana”, involves:
Tying sections of yarn tightly with threads to prevent dye penetration.
These areas remain undyed during the dyeing process, creating intricate patterns.
Dyeing the Yarn Yarns are dipped in dye vats (using natural or synthetic dyes).
The process is repeated for multiple colors, drying and retying in between.
This phase demands immense precision, as the final pattern must align perfectly when woven.
Warping and Loom Preparation Once dyed, yarns are set up on the warp beam (longitudinal threads). The loom is then calibrated manually to match the design specifications.
Weaving the Fabric Using pit looms or frame looms, weavers interlace the dyed yarns into complex, colorful patterns.
The weft (horizontal threads) and warp (vertical threads) need to match precisely.
Each saree can take 7–10 days depending on the complexity of the design.
Challenges Faced by Pochampally Weavers Despite the beauty and demand of their craft, Pochampally weavers face multiple hardships:
Declining Profits Middlemen often take the lion’s share of profits.
Fluctuations in raw material prices (especially silk) impact earnings.
Lack of Market Access Limited reach to national and international markets.
Dependence on government exhibitions or state-run emporiums.
Labour-Intensive Process The intricate dyeing and weaving process is time-consuming and physically taxing.
Younger generations are migrating to urban jobs, leading to a decline in skilled artisans.
High Cost of Modernization Power looms and automatic dyeing machines are costly.
Many weavers cannot afford to invest without external help.
Financial Support: Loans and Schemes The government and cooperative societies have introduced various aids:
Weaver Credit Card (WCC) Scheme Offers loans up to ₹2 lakhs at subsidized interest.
Helps in purchasing raw materials, looms, and other necessities.
Mudra Loans Offered under Pradhan Mantri MUDRA Yojana.
Enables micro-financing for artisan-led enterprises.
Cooperative Societies and DWCRA Groups Help in bulk procurement, marketing, and fair pricing.
Provide weavers with basic wages and shares in profits.
Handloom Weavers Comprehensive Welfare Scheme Covers insurance, health, and pension benefits for registered weavers.
Innovative Ideas to Boost Productivity and Sustainability To keep the legacy of Pochampally alive, a blend of traditional skill and modern innovation is key.
Digital Design and CAD Tools Use of Computer-Aided Design (CAD) tools for pattern-making.
Helps weavers replicate and innovate faster with fewer errors.
Solar-Powered Looms Reduces dependency on erratic power supply.
Cuts energy costs and boosts working hours.
E-commerce and Direct-to-Customer Models Platforms like Amazon Karigar, GoCoop, and personal websites enable weavers to reach global buyers.
Eliminates middlemen and improves profit margins.
Skill Development and Youth Training Government and NGOs offer training in dyeing, modern weaving techniques, and digital literacy.
Attracts younger generation to continue the craft.
Sustainable and Eco-Friendly Practices Adoption of natural dyes, organic cotton, and water-recycling units for dyeing processes.
Appeals to environmentally conscious consumers globally.
Conclusion: Weaving a Brighter Future Pochampally’s Ikkat is more than just fabric—it’s a tapestry of culture, patience, and artistry. With appropriate financial backing, modern infrastructure, and greater visibility, the skilled hands of Pochampally can continue weaving not just sarees but also a stronger future for their community.
