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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.

Sanghamitra Meet – Release of Handbook for Volunteer Engagement | 28 December 2025

At the recent Sanghamitra Meet, hosted by Pragathi Welfare Society, the Sanghamitra Team proudly released the Handbook for Volunteer Engagement, published by Youth For Seva as part of the United Nations’ International Volunteer Year 2026 initiative.

This practical and insightful handbook serves as a valuable resource for NGOs and non-profit organizations, offering guidance on how to effectively engage volunteers in development and community-driven initiatives. It emphasizes building meaningful volunteer participation and integrating community engagement into the very fabric of organizational culture.

We encourage all NGOs, non-profits, and social sector organizations to explore this handbook and leverage its learnings to strengthen volunteer involvement and impact.

Handbook for Volunteer EngagementDownload

Warm regards,
Team Sanghamitra

154 ఓట్ల మెజారిటీతో పులిమామిడి సర్పంచ్‌గా ఎంబడే రమేష్ విజయం-Dec-2025

ఎంబడే రమేష్ పులిమామిడి సర్పంచ్ ఎన్నికల్లో భారీ మెజారిటీతో విజయం సాధించారు

కందుకూరు మండలం పరిధిలోని పులిమామిడి గ్రామ సర్పంచ్ ఎన్నికల్లో ఎంబడే రమేష్ ఘన విజయం సాధించారు. ఆయన 154 ఓట్ల స్పష్టమైన మెజారిటీతో గెలిచి, ప్రజల బలమైన నమ్మకాన్ని, విశ్వాసాన్ని చూరగొన్నారు.

డిసెంబర్ 15న జరిగిన ఈ ఎన్నికల్లో పెద్ద సంఖ్యలో ఓటర్లు పాల్గొన్నారు, గ్రామస్తులు ఎంబడే రమేష్‌కు అఖండ మద్దతు తెలిపారు. ఫలితాలు వెలువడిన వెంటనే గ్రామం అంతటా సంబరాలు మిన్నంటాయి. మద్దతుదారులు, స్థానిక నాయకులు మరియు గ్రామస్తులు నూతనంగా ఎన్నికైన సర్పంచ్‌ను పూలమాలలతో సత్కరించి అభినందనలు తెలిపారు.

ఈ సందర్భంగా ఎంబడే రమేష్ తనపై నమ్మకం ఉంచిన ఓటర్లకు హృదయపూర్వక కృతజ్ఞతలు తెలిపారు. పులిమామిడి గ్రామాన్ని సమగ్రంగా అభివృద్ధి చేయడానికి తాను అవిశ్రాంతంగా కృషి చేస్తానని, ప్రాథమిక మౌలిక సదుపాయాలను బలోపేతం చేయడంపై మరియు సంక్షేమ పథకాలను సమర్థవంతంగా అమలు చేయడంపై దృష్టి సారిస్తానని ఆయన హామీ ఇచ్చారు. గ్రామస్తులందరి సహకారంతోనే అభివృద్ధి సాధ్యమవుతుందని ఆయన ఉద్ఘాటించారు.

సీఎస్ఆర్ మెమోరియల్ ఫౌండేషన్‌కు చెందిన శ్రీ కృష్ణారెడ్డి, ఎంబడే రమేష్ విజయం సాధించినందుకు అభినందనలు తెలిపి, పులిమామిడి అభివృద్ధికి ఆయన చేసే ప్రయత్నాలలో విజయం సాధించాలని ఆకాంక్షించారు. నూతనంగా ఎన్నికైన సర్పంచ్ బృందానికి కూడా ఆయన శుభాకాంక్షలు తెలిపారు. కమ్యూనిటీ హాళ్లు మరియు నివాస సౌకర్యాల అభివృద్ధి సహా గ్రామాభివృద్ధి కోసం వారందరూ సమిష్టిగా కృషి చేస్తారని ఆయన విశ్వాసం వ్యక్తం చేశారు.

అంతేకాకుండా, నూతనంగా ఎన్నికైన 6వ వార్డు సభ్యుడు మల్లేష్ యాదవ్‌ను కూడా శ్రీ కృష్ణారెడ్డి అభినందించారు.

Embade Ramesh Wins Big as Sarpanch of Pulimamidi Village-Dec-2025

Embade Ramesh Wins Pulimamidi Sarpanch Election with Thumping Majority

Embade Ramesh registered a resounding victory in the Pulimamidi village Sarpanch elections held under Kandukur mandal, winning with a clear majority of 154 votes and earning the strong trust and confidence of the people.

The elections, conducted on December 15, saw a large voter turnout, with villagers extending overwhelming support to Embade Ramesh. Soon after the results were announced, celebrations broke out across the village. Supporters, local leaders, and villagers congratulated the newly elected Sarpanch by garlanding him with flowers.

Speaking on the occasion, Embade Ramesh expressed his heartfelt gratitude to the voters for placing their faith in him. He assured that he would work tirelessly for the overall development of Pulimamidi village, focusing on strengthening basic infrastructure and ensuring effective implementation of welfare schemes. He emphasized that progress would be achieved with the cooperation of all villagers.

Mr. Krishna Reddy of the CSR Memorial Foundation congratulated Embade Ramesh on his victory and wished him success in his efforts toward the development of Pulimamidi. He also conveyed his best wishes to the newly elected Sarpanch team, expressing confidence that they would work collectively for the welfare of the village, including the development of community halls and residential facilities.

Mr. Krishna Reddy further congratulated the newly elected 6th Ward Member, Mallesh Yadav, on his success.

Messi’s Hyderabad Visit: Minute-by-Minute Schedule Announced, Police Warn Against Misconduct-2025

Hyderabad: With memories of violence during football legend Lionel Messi’s programme in Kolkata still fresh, the Hyderabad police have issued a stern warning of stringent action against any misconduct during Messi’s appearance at the city stadium. To ensure smooth conduct, officials have released a detailed minute-by-minute schedule of the evening’s events.

Messi is scheduled to enter the stadium at 7.50 p.m., coinciding with the kick-off of the match. Shortly thereafter, Chief Minister A. Revanth Reddy and Leader of Opposition in the Lok Sabha Rahul Gandhi will enter the pitch, followed by Messi and football stars Rodrigo De Paul and Luis Suarez. The dignitaries and players will take a parade walk around the stadium, acknowledging fans, before assembling on a specially erected stage for formal introductions.

At 8.11 p.m., Messi and the Chief Minister will symbolically dribble the ball together, followed by a closely watched penalty shootout—three shots per team—to decide the winner of the specially instituted GOAT Cup.

Rahul Gandhi will then join the dignitaries, players and children for a group photograph. The focus will subsequently shift to the Tiki-Taka Children’s Clinics, scheduled between 8.17 p.m. and 8.32 p.m. During this time, four designated zones will come alive with Messi, Suarez, De Paul, the Chief Minister and Rahul Gandhi interacting with children, passing the ball, offering encouragement and sharing moments on the field. The clinic will culminate in a special penalty shootout with Messi, with organiser Anuttam Reddy donning the goalkeeper’s gloves.

During the felicitation ceremony, Messi will present the GOAT Cup to the winning team, while Rahul Gandhi will hand over the cup to the other participating team. The Chief Minister will honour Messi with a gift and shawl, and Parvathi Reddy along with others will felicitate Luis Suarez and Rodrigo De Paul.

Messi is scheduled to leave the stadium at 9 p.m., bringing the tightly choreographed programme to a close. Officials said the detailed planning leaves no scope for disruptions, underscoring the administration’s focus on safety and order during the high-profile event.

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.

Protest Against Proposed Thumkunta Municipality Dump Yard at Bommarasipet–Ponnal – November 6, 2025

For the past three years, residents and landowners in our region have been united in their struggle for fair development and sustainable growth. Now, a new and serious threat has emerged — the proposed shifting of the Thumkunta Municipality waste dump yard from Jawaharnagar to Bommarasipet/Ponnal (near the crusher area adjacent to our lands).

If this proposal is approved, it will drastically reduce the value of our lands, wiping out all the positive impact expected from upcoming infrastructure projects such as:

  • Metro Extension up to ORR
  • Elevated Corridor Project
  • Ongoing developments along the Outer Ring Road

These major projects were supposed to boost the region’s growth potential, but the dump yard plan could nullify all progress and cause serious environmental and health concerns for nearby villages.

To oppose this decision, our friends and farmers from Bommarasipet and Ponnal villages are organizing a protest today at 10:30 AM at the Collector’s Office. Their goal is to prevent approval of this harmful proposal.

We urge all affected landowners and residents to stand together and join the protest as equal stakeholders. This is our chance to show unity and protect the future of our area before it’s too late.

Let us gather in strength at the Collector’s Office at 10:30 AM and voice our objection to the proposed dump yard relocation.

Heated Argument Between Naveen Yadav And KTR Over Jubilee Hills By Election | Telangana Politics

A heated argument erupted between Congress candidate Naveen Yadav and BRS working president K.T. Rama Rao (KTR) during the Jubilee Hills by-election campaign in Telangana. KTR accused the Congress government of misusing its power through demolition drives under the “HYDRAA” initiative, claiming the ruling party was targeting the poor and using fear tactics to influence voters. In response, the BRS filed a complaint against Naveen Yadav, alleging intimidation and demanding his disqualification. The Congress, on the other hand, countered by accusing the BRS of spreading fake narratives and circulating misleading videos about Naveen Yadav to tarnish his image. The exchange highlighted growing tensions between both parties as the by-election intensified.

Surveys Paint Conflicting Pictures in Jubilee Hills Bypoll Battle — Hyderabad, November 4

Hyderabad: The high-stakes Jubilee Hills bypoll has turned into a contest not just for votes but for narrative dominance, as rival surveys paint sharply contrasting pictures of the electoral mood.

The political battlefield is divided between two surveys — the KK Survey, which indicates that the Bharat Rashtra Samithi (BRS) is regaining lost ground, and the Lok Poll Survey, which gives the Congress a comfortable lead.

This duel of data has added a new dimension to the campaign, fueling morale within both camps while leaving voters guessing which way the wind is actually blowing.

With polling day fast approaching, the bypoll has evolved into a prestige contest for all major parties. Fiery speeches, social media offensives, and verbal duels among leaders have turned the Jubilee Hills election into a test of strength, strategy, and perception.

According to the latest KK Surveys and Strategies report, the BRS candidate is locked in a tight race but enjoys a slight edge, a finding that has visibly energized the party’s cadre. The pink party has seized on the survey results, flooding social media with posts celebrating the perceived momentum shift.

In contrast, the Lok Poll Survey offers a rosier picture for the ruling Congress, projecting a clear lead for the party’s candidate. Party insiders say the survey attributes the advantage to Chief Minister A. Revanth Reddy’s popularity and the government’s recent welfare schemes in the constituency.

As the campaign enters its final stretch, both parties are doubling down on door-to-door outreach and targeted messaging, hoping to convert perception into votes. For now, Jubilee Hills remains a battleground not just of ballots — but of belief.