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ICC Women’s World Cup 2025 Final: India Beat South Africa by 52 Runs

Navi Mumbai, November 2025 — It was a night that will forever be etched in golden letters in Indian sporting history. Under the bright lights of the DY Patil Stadium, Team India scripted an unforgettable chapter by defeating South Africa by 52 runs to lift their maiden ICC Women’s World Cup title. The roar of the home crowd echoed India’s decades-long dream finally coming true — a triumph built on heart, determination, and unshakable belief.

India’s Batting Brilliance Sets the Stage

Opting to bat first in the high-pressure final, India displayed composure and fearless intent to post a formidable 298/7 in 50 overs.
Young sensation Shafali Verma rose to the occasion with a breathtaking 87, her explosive strokeplay igniting the Navi Mumbai crowd and setting the perfect tone for the innings.

In the middle order, Deepti Sharma continued her remarkable consistency, crafting a crucial 58 to ensure India capitalized on their strong start.
For South Africa, Ayabonga Khaka stood out with the ball, claiming 3 wickets for 58 runs, but the Indian lineup’s relentless momentum proved too much to contain.

South Africa Fight, but India Roar Louder

Chasing a challenging target of 299, South Africa began steadily, anchored by their captain Laura Wolvaardt, who played a sublime knock of 101 — a captain’s innings filled with poise, precision, and grace.

However, India’s bowlers rose to the occasion when it mattered most. Deepti Sharma produced a spell for the ages, delivering a five-wicket haul that turned the tide firmly in India’s favour. Her all-round brilliance under pressure earned her widespread acclaim and sealed her legacy as one of India’s finest match-winners.

Adding to the magic, Shafali Verma chipped in with two key wickets, capping off what can only be described as a dream performance on the grandest stage. South Africa eventually fell short, bowled out for 246 in 45.3 overs.

A Dream Realized — A Nation Celebrates

As the final wicket fell, emotions overflowed. Players embraced, tears flowed, and chants of “India! India!” echoed across the stadium. After years of near misses and heartbreak in global tournaments, the Indian women’s team had finally conquered the world.

This victory wasn’t just about cricket — it was about resilience, unity, and the unwavering spirit of a team that believed in itself against all odds. From every corner of the country, fans celebrated the Women in Blue, who turned dreams into destiny.

A New Era Begins

Team India’s historic triumph marks a turning point for women’s cricket in the country. It’s a story of passion, patience, and purpose — one that will inspire generations to come.This World Cup win isn’t just a trophy; it’s a symbol of what belief and hard work can achieve.
India are World Champions, and this victory will forever stand as a proud milestone in the nation’s sporting journey.

Source:.Freepressjournal

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

Free Medical Camp by Youth for Seva – Hyderabad Chapter in Collaboration with KIMS Hospital on 25th October 2025

The Youth for Seva Hyderabad Chapter, in collaboration with KIMS Hospital, successfully organized a Free Medical Camp on 25th October 2025 at Singareni Colony Basthi, Saidabad.

A team of dedicated doctors from KIMS Hospital—including General Physicians, Orthopaedics, and Pediatric specialists—attended to 282 beneficiaries, offering consultations and free medicines to all.

The camp provided essential health services such as Blood Pressure, Blood Sugar, and Hemoglobin testing. The Bharath Vikas Parishad conducted Hemoglobin tests for 151 individuals and distributed Iron and Folic Acid supplements to those diagnosed with anemia.

Overall:

  • 🩺 282 individuals underwent general check-ups
  • 💉 224 availed BP and Sugar tests
  • 🦷 45 received dental care
  • 💊 268 beneficiaries were provided with free medicines

The event was made possible through the support of 23 college volunteers and 5 general volunteers, whose selfless service contributed to the success of this initiative.

This collective effort stands as a testament to the power of community service and collaboration in promoting health and wellness among underprivileged communities.

Jubilee Hills by-election: Kamma community extends support to Congress

Hyderabad, Oct 28:
In a major boost to the ruling Congress party ahead of the upcoming Jubilee Hills Assembly by-election, members of the Kamma community have announced their full support to the party.

Leaders from the community, which holds a strong social and economic presence in areas like Ameerpet, Kukatpally, and Serilingampally, met Telangana Chief Minister A. Revanth Reddy on Tuesday and conveyed their support, while also placing a few demands before the government.

During the meeting, the community leaders urged the CM to install a statue of legendary actor and former Andhra Pradesh Chief Minister N. T. Rama Rao at Maitri Vanam in Ameerpet. They also appealed to the government to provide due representation to the community in nominated posts.

According to a press release from the Chief Minister’s Office, the Kamma community assured that the Congress candidate Naveen Yadav would win the Jubilee Hills by-election with a huge majority.

The by-election, necessitated by the demise of former BRS MLA Maganti Gopinath, is expected to be a high-stakes contest for the ruling Congress, which failed to win any seat in the Greater Hyderabad area in the 2023 Assembly elections.

While the Bharat Rashtra Samithi (BRS) has fielded Maganti Gopinath’s wife as its candidate, the BJP has once again given its ticket to Lankala Deepak Reddy, who had contested unsuccessfully in 2023. Political analysts expect a triangular fight between the Congress, BRS, and BJP this time.

In the 2023 Assembly polls, Gopinath secured 80,549 votes, followed by Congress’ Mohd. Azharuddin with 64,212 votes, and BJP’s Deepak Reddy with over 25,000 votes. AIMIM’s candidate Rasheed Farazuddin finished fourth with 7,848 votes.

The bypoll outcome is seen as a litmus test for the Congress government, as it aims to strengthen its urban base in Hyderabad ahead of future elections.

Training held for poll officers ahead of Jubilee Hills by-election

Hyderabad, Oct 29
In preparation for the upcoming Jubilee Hills Assembly by-election, the Hyderabad District Election Officer (DEO) and GHMC Commissioner R V Karnan emphasised the crucial role of Presiding Officers (POs) and Assistant Presiding Officers (APOs) in ensuring a free, fair and transparent polling process.

Addressing officials at a training session held at G. Narayanamma Institute of Technology and Science, Shaikpet, Karnan said all polling staff must have a clear understanding of their duties and responsibilities and should discharge them with complete neutrality and integrity.

Nearly 500 officials attended the session conducted in two batches. The training included hands-on demonstrations on the use of Electronic Voting Machines (EVMs)—Ballot Units (BUs), Control Units (CUs), and VVPAT systems.

The DEO instructed that each polling station would be equipped with four BUs, one CU and one VVPAT, given that 59 candidates, including NOTA, are contesting in the by-poll. He urged officers to thoroughly study the Presiding Officer’s Handbook issued by the Election Commission of India (ECI) and prepare checklists for polling-day activities, including verification of materials, voter lists and machines.

Election Police Observer Om Prakash Tripathi and Expenditure Observer Sanjeev Kumar Lal inspected the training and advised officials to adhere strictly to ECI guidelines to maintain transparency and credibility in the electoral process.

Sri Chinna Srimannarayana Ramanuja Jeeyar Swamy’s Spiritual Programs Successfully Concluded at Vidyanagar, Bhuvanagiri – 26th October 2025

With the divine grace of Sri Goda Devi and the blessings of Sri Ramanuja Acharya, the special spiritual programs organized at Sri Goda Sri Krishna Seva Mandir, Vidyanagar, Bhuvanagiri, Yadadri District, Telangana, from 23rd to 26th October 2025, were successfully and blissfully completed.

The event was graced by Sri U.Ve. Sriman S.V.K. Srinivasa Raghavacharya Swamy (D.D.D. Asmad Acharya Purvashrama) along with his Mangalashasanams, under the auspicious presence of Sri Sri Sri Tridandi Chinna Srimannarayana Ramanuja Jeeyar Swamy.

On 25th October 2025 (Saturday) at 5:00 PM, the Purnahuti and Swagata Asirvachanam were conducted with great devotion. The next day, 26th October 2025, featured a Shanthi Mantram, Vishwaksena Nama Sankirtana, and concluding rituals, marking the successful completion of this spiritual festival.

We extend our heartfelt gratitude to all the devotees, volunteers, and sponsors who contributed to the grand success of this divine event.
May Sri Ramanuja’s grace and Sri Krishna’s blessings continue to inspire and guide us all.

Jai Srimannarayana!

— Sri Goda Gokulam
Vidyanagar, Bhuvanagiri, Yadadri District, Telangana
📞 Contact: 9440714051, 7569522049

HMWSSB’s CGM (RTD) Shri Soma Jagan Mohan Reddy Wins Five Gold Medals at 7th National Master Aquatic Championship 2025

Hyderabad, October 2025 — HMWSSB takes immense pride in congratulating Shri Soma Jagan Mohan Reddy, Chief General Manager (Retd.), for his remarkable performance at the 7th National Masters Aquatic Championship 2025, held on 11th & 12th October 2025 at Guntur, Andhra Pradesh.

Showcasing exceptional skill and endurance, Shri Jagan Mohan Reddy secured five gold medals across multiple events:

  • 100 Metres Freestyle
  • 50 Metres Freestyle
  • 200 Metres Freestyle
  • 50 Metres Butterfly
  • Freestyle Relay

In recognition of his outstanding achievement, Managing Director Sri Ashok Reddy, IAS Garu, and Executive Director Sri Mayank Mittal, IAS, felicitated Shri Jagan Mohan Reddy at the HMWSSB office.

This outstanding accomplishment not only highlights his personal dedication to sports and fitness but also brings great pride to the HMWSSB family. His success stands as an inspiration to all employees, exemplifying the values of perseverance, discipline, and excellence.

Congratulations to Shri Soma Jagan Mohan Reddy on this remarkable achievement!

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