Special Reports
Bhandaru Srinivasa Rao “One wonders why the language of our politicians keeps sinking lower every day,” said Dr. P. S. Gopalakrishna, former Director of All India Radio, over the phone one morning. A gentle, sensitive man, he would lose sleep over a single inappropriate word slipping into a radio broadcast. Imagine, then, his anguish today—listening…
The debate over the “Blueprint for Revival” of Hyderabad cricket has sparked strong reactions. While some believe the Hyderabad Cricket Association (HCA) can still be reformed, others argue it has outlived its credibility. In the spirit of open discussion, we carry this rebuttal from Telangana Cricket Association (TCA) General Secretary Dharma Guruva Reddy, who challenges…
The debate over the corrupt Hyderabad Cricket Association is turning into an engaging spectacle as our e-paper has opened the floor to diverse views from all stakeholders willing to join the fight to clean up the rot in the cricket governing body. A parent, who, like the affiliated club secretary, wished to remain anonymous, has…
Dr. Sandhyaa Bombay In the heart of our home, little Govinda shines. He is a treasure of joy, his laughter divine, bringing a radiant smile to all who hear it. Each giggle is a note in the sweetest song of life. In his playful embrace, we all belong. With a head full of laughter and…
Special Correspondent An insider’s counterview to the Club Secretary’s proposal sparks a wider debate on Hyderabad cricket’s moral decay The battle for Hyderabad cricket’s soul is getting louder—and more revealing. Ever since the e-Paper opened its pages to the many voices willing to join the fight against the corruption-ridden Hyderabad Cricket Association (HCA), a fascinating…
A concerned club secretary It pains me deeply — as someone who has served Hyderabad cricket for decades — to see our once-proud institution reduced to a circus of scams, nepotism, and “pay-to-play” politics. The Hyderabad Cricket Association (HCA), once a nursery of India’s finest talents, has become synonymous with everything that’s wrong in Indian…
Bhandaru Srinivasa Rao Having once served as Vice President of the Hyderabad Press Club—though that was three decades ago—it’s fascinating to see how much has changed since those simpler times. At that time, the membership stood at around 300. Today, the number has quadrupled to nearly 1,200, reflecting the rapid growth of both print and…
With growing frustration among aspiring cricketers across Telangana — particularly those outside Greater Hyderabad — the time has come for the Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) to act on a long-pending and just demand: recognition of the Telangana Cricket Association (TCA). Even the Supreme Court has directed the BCCI to address this…
Special Correspondent The Hyderabad Cricket Association (HCA) has once again become a theatre of intrigue and manipulation. This time, the target of its entrenched power brokers appears to be Justice Naveen Rao (Retd), the High Court–appointed administrator tasked with overseeing the association’s functioning. According to sources familiar with the developments, certain vested interests within the…
Despite years of turmoil, corruption allegations, nepotism, and court battles surrounding the Hyderabad Cricket Association (HCA), there are encouraging signs emerging from the senior team. Riding on the momentum of their recent Butchi Babu Trophy success, the Hyderabad batsmen have shown remarkable resilience and consistency. As a former batter, I have no hesitation in giving…
