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A Day of Devotion and Unity: Day 238 of the Sri Sathya Sai Prema Pravahini Rath Yatra-18-Dec-2025

Day 238 of the Sri Sathya Sai Prema Pravahini Rath Yatra was a vibrant and spiritually uplifting occasion for the devotees of Tarnaka Samithi.

The day began in the serene ambiance of Marri Krishna Hall, Tarnaka, with the early morning Suprabhatam and Nagara Sankirtan, setting a deeply devotional tone. The hall resonated with melodious chants, invoking Swami’s blessings for the day ahead.

Devotees then gathered for the Pooja of Swami’s Rath, a sacred ritual that filled the atmosphere with divine energy and collective prayer. This was followed by Likhit Japa Sadhana and Sai Literature Reading, which further deepened the devotees’ connection with Swami’s teachings.

The Rath then embarked on its sacred journey from Marri Krishna Hall, Tarnaka, to Railway Degree College, Tarnaka. The sight of the beautifully decorated Rath moving through the village roads was a moment of joy, reverence, and spiritual inspiration for all who witnessed it.

A major highlight of the day was the grand rally from Marri Krishna Hall to Railway Degree College, Tarnaka. The procession, accompanied by the Sathya Sai Seva Organization – Tarnaka Samithi, was a vibrant display of faith and unity. Devotees participated enthusiastically in the Dindi, while placards displaying Swami’s divine messages added special meaning and inspiration for both participants and onlookers. The dedicated Seva Dal volunteers efficiently managed traffic on the busy roads, ensuring the procession proceeded smoothly and without inconvenience to the public.

The program concluded with a heartfelt vote of thanks, followed by melodious Bhajans and the Mangala Aarti, bringing the day’s spiritual journey to a blissful close.

As Swami’s Rath reached Railway Degree College, Tarnaka, the collective prayers, devotional music, and spirit of selfless service made Day 238 a truly memorable chapter in the Rath Yatra—strengthening the bonds of love, unity, and service within the Sai family.

Telangana’s Agriculture and Creative Economy Drive Economic Growth: Ministerial Insights at Global Summit 10-December- 2025

Hyderabad, December 10, 2025: Telangana is charting a remarkable path of economic growth, with agriculture positioned as the state’s key growth engine. Speaking at the Global Summit 2025 in Hyderabad, Agriculture Minister Tummala Ramachandra Reddy highlighted the government’s proactive initiatives in promoting sustainable farming, palm oil cultivation, and digital agriculture.

Under the leadership of Chief Minister K. Chandrashekar Rao and Minister Tummala, Telangana has invested over ₹10,000 crore in farmer welfare programs over the past two years. Palm oil cultivation has emerged as a strategic sector for economic and environmental impact. Currently covering 3 lakh acres, the government aims to expand palm oil cultivation to 10 lakh acres, enhancing green cover while offering long-term profitability to farmers. Minister Tummala emphasized that sustainable palm oil farming will be a “game-changer” for Telangana’s agricultural landscape.

At the summit, Minister Tummala also reviewed the progress of the Integrated Oil Palm Complex in Khammam’s Gubbagurthi village, spearheaded by M/s Godrej Agrovet Limited. The 116-acre facility includes a palm oil nursery, R&D center, seed processing unit, and a processing facility. The complex is designed to incorporate advanced processing technologies, strengthen research on climate-resilient crops, and improve seed quality through strategic international collaboration with Malaysian and Thai partners.

The initiative underscores Telangana’s vision for eco-friendly, digital, and smart agriculture, aiming to transform the sector with cutting-edge research and high-quality, climate-resilient crop varieties. Minister Tummala stressed that agriculture, along with its allied economic systems valued at $34.6 billion, is expected to reach $400 billion by 2047, fueling Telangana’s economic ambitions.

Hyderabad Emerges as a Global Entertainment Hub

In a parallel session at the Global Summit, Telangana Roads, Buildings, and Cinematography Minister Komatireddy Venkat Reddy highlighted Hyderabad’s rise as a major hub for the global creative economy. Addressing delegates under the theme “The Creative Century: India’s Soft Power & The Future of Entertainment”, he noted that Indian cinema, music, gaming, and digital content are increasingly shaping global audiences, with Indian films being viewed in over 170 countries.

Hyderabad boasts world-class infrastructure including Ramoji Film City, advanced VFX and gaming companies, and a diverse creative workforce. The Telangana government is actively supporting the ecosystem through incentive-based policies, international production facilitation, and innovation centers for AVGC-XR (Animation, Visual Effects, Gaming, Extended Reality).

Minister Komatireddy emphasized the government’s commitment to sustainable growth and industry welfare, offering capital subsidies for large-scale investments, production reimbursements for use of local resources, and welfare contributions from increased ticket pricing. He highlighted that while technology will revolutionize content creation, human-centered storytelling will remain the heart of entertainment.

Positioning Hyderabad as India’s gateway to global entertainment, the minister invited international studios, streaming platforms, gaming companies, and investors to participate in shaping the future of the creative economy.

Telangana Rising Global Summit Day 1 Secures Massive Investment Commitments Exceeding ₹2.5 Lakh Crore-10-December- 2024

Hyderabad: Day 1 of the Telangana Rising Global Summit witnessed extraordinary investor enthusiasm, with the state government announcing investment commitments exceeding ₹2.43 lakh crore, across sectors such as deep tech, aerospace, renewable energy, media, entertainment, and urban development. A total of 35 Memorandums of Understanding (MoUs) were signed, marking a powerful start to the event and reinforcing Telangana’s push toward its ‘Vision 2047’ economic goals.

Salman Khan Ventures Industries Announces ₹10,000 Cr Film & Entertainment Hub

In one of the most notable announcements of the day, Salman Khan Ventures Industries, owned by Bollywood actor Salman Khan, committed to investing ₹10,000 crore to develop a special township and a world-class film and television studio in Telangana.
The proposed project will feature entertainment infrastructure of international standards, further boosting the state’s growing presence in the media and creative economy.

Brookfield–Axis Ventures Consortium to Build Deep Tech Hub With ₹75,000 Cr Investment

A major global partnership between Brookfield and Axis Ventures committed ₹75,000 crore to establish a global R&D and Deep Tech hub at the upcoming “Bharat Future City”.
This project aims to position Telangana as India’s foremost destination for emerging technologies, advanced research and innovation-driven industries.

Trump Group Announces Over ₹1 Lakh Crore Commitment

The summit also saw a massive proposal from the Trump Group, announcing investments exceeding ₹1 lakh crore in media, technology, and integrated infrastructure development—strengthening the state’s international investment profile.

GMR Group Signs MoU Worth ₹15,000 Cr

Infrastructure giant GMR Group signed an MoU in the aerospace and defence sector, committing ₹15,000 crore for:

  • Cargo expansion
  • Maintenance, Repair & Overhaul (MRO) facilities
  • Aviation-related ecosystem development

This investment will enhance Hyderabad’s stature as a major aerospace and cargo hub.

Vingroup (Vietnam) to Invest $3 Billion (Approx. ₹25,000 Cr)

Vietnamese conglomerate Vingroup signed an MoU to invest $3 billion (approximately ₹25,000 crore) across:

  • Urban development
  • Electric vehicles (EVs)
  • Renewable and clean energy projects

The investment positions Telangana as a preferred destination for global EV and energy corporations.

Diverse Investment Flow Across All Sectors

According to Minister Babu, companies from Deep Tech City to textile and manufacturing units expressed strong interest in setting up facilities in Telangana.
He emphasized that the scale and diversity of the investments reflect the state’s stable industrial policy, global investor confidence, and its vision to emerge as an economic powerhouse over the next two decades.

Telangana Rising Global Summit–2047 Enters Day Two with a Strong Focus on Sports Excellence-08-Dec-2025

The second day of the Telangana Rising Global Summit–2047 witnessed the Telangana Olympic Gold Quest Conference, where State Sports Minister Vakati Srihari outlined the government’s ambitious roadmap to elevate Telangana’s sports ecosystem and boost India’s medal tally at the 2036 Olympics.

Speaking at the conference, Minister Srihari said that since the formation of the Congress government in the state, Chief Minister A. Revanth Reddy has introduced significant reforms in the sports sector, including the launch of a new State Sports Policy.
He emphasized that the policy is designed to increase Telangana’s representation at international sports events, especially the 2036 Olympics.

To strengthen the sports infrastructure, the state has established the Telangana Sports Hub, comprising athletes, industrialists, and senior government officials as committee members. Additionally, a Sports Development Fund has been created for resource mobilization and for enhancing the sports framework across the state.

The Minister announced the formation of the Young India Physical Education & Sports University and the Young India Sports Authority, aimed at nurturing future talent. Through the Sports Authority of Telangana, efforts are underway to bolster sports training from the school level.
Special training centers are also being set up for girls and para-athletes.

To ensure that athletes receive world-class training, partnerships are being pursued with global institutions such as Loughborough University and Korea National Sport University.

As part of widespread infrastructure development, the government is establishing mini-stadiums in all 119 Assembly constituencies and creating sports grounds in villages. A major highlight is the plan to build a 1,000-acre Satellite Sports City near Hyderabad with the goal of transforming the city into a premier host for Olympic and international sports events.

The Minister noted that sports-tech startups and tourism initiatives are advancing with the support of T-Hub and TS-iPASS.

He reiterated the government’s commitment to athlete welfare, highlighting schemes such as graded incentives, insurance coverage, and Guru Vandana for coaches. Inviting collaborations, he encouraged stakeholders to partner with the state government in coaching, infrastructure, innovation, and athlete development.

The conference saw participation from several eminent personalities, including Minority Affairs Minister, former Indian cricket captain Mohammad Azharuddin, Telangana Olympic Association President A.P. Jithender Reddy, Sports Authority of Telangana Chairman Shiva Sena Reddy, Special Chief Secretary for Sports Jayesh Ranjan, former cricketers Anil Kumble and Ambati Rayudu, badminton champions Pullela Gopichand, P.V. Sindhu, Jwala Gutta, senior sports journalist Bala Majumdar, and Sports Hub member Vita Dani, among others.

Telangana to Deepen Strategic Ties with North-East for Tech and Development Push

Telangana has announced plans to play a more active role in the growth and development of India’s North-Eastern States, with IT and Industries Minister D. Sridhar Babu unveiling the Telangana–North East Connect (Phase-2) initiative at Raj Bhavan in Hyderabad on Tuesday.

The State government is preparing a comprehensive roadmap to strengthen collaboration with the North-East in key sectors, including digital connectivity, technology adoption, entrepreneurship, skill development, life sciences, bio-innovation, and rural transformation. According to the Minister’s office, the plan aims to accelerate mutual growth by leveraging Telangana’s capabilities and the North-East’s emerging potential.

Highlighting the inclusive ethos of Telangana, Mr. Sridhar Babu noted that the North-Eastern States have made remarkable progress in digital literacy, IT skilling, fintech, and public digital services, despite facing infrastructural and connectivity constraints.

As part of Phase-2 of the initiative, Telangana and the North-East will work together on projects such as a North East–Telangana Tech Corridor, joint innovation labs, bio-incubators, creative technology studios, and green-energy collaborations. The Minister emphasised that Telangana’s development strategy is centred on preparing for future technologies, ensuring the State remains ahead of emerging global trends.

Telangana HC Slams HYDRAA Over Pre-Dawn Demolitions at FCI Housing Society, Gachibowli

In a sharp rebuke on Tuesday, the Telangana High Court questioned the actions of HYDRAA after it carried out pre-dawn demolitions inside the Fertilisers Corporation of India (FCI) Housing Society in Gachibowli. The court raised serious doubts about the urgency, legality, and jurisdiction of the operation—especially since it appeared to go against earlier judicial directions.

Why Did HYDRAA Enter a Private Colony?

Justice B. Vijaysen Reddy grilled the agency on why it entered the private housing society at all, noting that the disputed land neither fell under a lake’s full tank level nor belonged to the government.
The demolished structures belonged to Sandhya Conventions and its sister units owned by S. Sridhar Rao, located in Survey Nos. 122, 123, 124, and 127.

Adding to the confusion, both GHMC and HYDRAA had previously issued no-objection certificates for these buildings.

Internal Roads Issue: Who Has the Authority?

When the state argued that the constructions had encroached on internal colony roads, the judge pushed back—asking whether HYDRAA or the survey department had the authority to determine and mark internal layouts within private colonies.

He also directly asked senior counsel L. Ravi Chander whether HYDRAA had any jurisdiction in such matters to begin with.

Contempt Petitions Add Fuel to the Fire

The hearing stemmed from contempt petitions filed by Sandhya Conventions Group, which alleged that HYDRAA ignored the court’s earlier directions to issue notice and follow due procedure before taking any action.

HYDRAA’s senior advocates, Prasad and Mayur Reddy, fired back, accusing the builders of “defenceless, wanton and brazen” violation of court orders.

Court Questions HYDRAA’s ‘Overzealousness’

Justice Reddy reminded HYDRAA commissioner Ranganath that the court had explicitly warned him just last Friday about avoiding further contempt.
“Is it overzealousness against Sandhya Conventions? Was it so difficult to wait for court orders?” he asked, visibly displeased.

The judge also pointed out that HYDRAA had still not filed a counter explaining the statutory powers under which it operated—an omission he said could raise “serious issues.”

State’s Silence Raises Eyebrows

Additional Advocate-General Imran Khan informed the court that he had received no instructions from HYDRAA regarding the pre-sunrise demolition. Petitioners criticized this as unacceptable, given that more than 30 hours had passed since the incident.

The AAG assured the court that all details—right or wrong—would be placed on record.

Court Orders 15-Day No-Entry Zone

To cool tensions on the ground, Justice Reddy directed all parties to stay away from the disputed site for 15 days. He also instructed plot owners and officials to file sale agreements, LRS documents, building permissions, and other records.

HYDRAA has been ordered to submit a detailed explanation for the demolitions by Thursday. Until then, the court has ordered that status quo be maintained.

Source: newsmeter

Hyderabad Girl Clinches Under-8 Commonwealth Chess Title

Anaya Sharma from Hyderabad has emerged as the Under-8 champion at the Commonwealth Chess Championships held in Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia. Draped in the national flag, the young chess prodigy proudly posed with her trophy alongside the Indian contingent’s Head of Delegation, K. S. Prasad.

A fourth-grade student of Hyderabad Public School, Begumpet, Anaya delivered an exceptional performance, maintaining a clean sheet through all eight rounds of the competition to secure the coveted title.

Telangana Schoolteacher Leads Lifesaving Mission Through Nationwide Blood Donation Movement

A government schoolteacher from Bhadradri Kothagudem district is earning wide recognition for his remarkable community service—saving lives through a sustained blood donation movement that has grown across the country.

J Balu, an SGT at MPPS Penagadapa in Chunchupally mandal, is the founder and president of the *Young Indian Blood Donors Club*. His journey toward this mission began 15 years ago when his parents required blood transfusions. With his mother’s rare O-negative blood group, the family struggled to find a donor—an experience that profoundly changed his outlook on voluntary blood donation.

Moved by the need to help others, Balu began donating blood and coordinating donors informally in 2012. His efforts took organized shape on February 18, 2016, with the establishment of the Young Indian Blood Donors Club. Since then, the network has facilitated more than **43,000 units of blood**, supporting patients across Telangana and multiple other states.

Inspired by the social messages conveyed in films, Balu encourages people to adopt blood donation as a lifelong habit. Whenever he receives information about a patient in need, he mobilizes donors through WhatsApp groups, coordinating with volunteers, NGOs, and hospitals. The club also maintains a directory of blood donors and organizations to ensure timely assistance.

Balu acknowledges the encouragement he receives from senior police officers and local leaders, which has strengthened the club’s growing network. Beyond blood donation, the organization also conducts plasma drives, supports patients undergoing transplant procedures, helps schools with amenities, and distributes essentials to the underprivileged.

Recognizing his contributions, several NGOs have honored him with awards for humanitarian service. With the support of his associates, Balu continues to organize free blood-group testing camps and expand donor awareness across the state.

His tireless effort stands as an inspiring example of how individual commitment can transform into a nationwide movement dedicated to saving lives.

Raj Bhavan Calls for Nominations for Governor’s Awards for Excellence 2025

Hyderabad: Raj Bhavan has invited nominations for the Governor’s Awards for Excellence – 2025, aimed at honouring exemplary contributions made between 2020 and 2025 in key sectors of public welfare and development.

The awards will recognise outstanding work in four categories Women Empowerment , Tribal Development, Rural Health and Medical Philanthropy, and Corporate Volunteering. Each category features two segments: one for individuals and another for institutions, organisations, societies, or trusts.

According to the announcement, the last date to submit nominations is December 5, 2025, by 5 PM. The awards will be conferred on January 26, 2026, during Republic Day celebrations, by the Hon’ble Governor of Telangana.

Applicants can download the nomination form from the official Raj Bhavan website and submit the completed forms offline to the Principal Secretary, Raj Bhavan, Hyderabad – 500041.

DGP leads fight to rein in rising road accidents in Hyderabad 15 November 2025

HYDERABAD: Telangana DGP B. Shivadhar Reddy on Friday said that road accidents have impacted almost every family in the state, either through relatives or close acquaintances who have become victims. He made these remarks while launching the *Arrive Alive* road safety initiative at LB Stadium, alongside Hyderabad Police Commissioner V.C. Sajjanar.

Expressing concern over the alarming rise in accident-related deaths, the DGP said that while around 800 people are killed in murder cases every year in Telangana, nearly 8,000 lose their lives in road accidents. Most of the victims, he noted, are pedestrians and two-wheeler riders.

Shivadhar emphasised the need for drivers to remain alert and exercise basic “common sense” on the roads. Pointing out common mistakes, he said many riders wear helmets without fastening them, rendering them ineffective. “If it’s not buckled, what is the use of wearing it?” he asked.

He stressed that road accidents are a serious concern that require urgent attention. The *Arrive Alive* programme, he said, will soon be expanded across Telangana as part of a large-scale public awareness campaign. Defensive driving and being conscious of others on the road are key to preventing accidents, he added.

Hyderabad CP Sajjanar said the city records around 3,000 road accidents each year, resulting in nearly 300 deaths. Despite continuous awareness efforts, many people still violate traffic rules, he said. To curb this, the police will soon implement stricter enforcement measures, including the formation of special teams.