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From Bonded Laborer to Village Leader: The Rise of Purusaala Lingamma In a remarkable journey of transformation, Purusaala Lingamma transitioned from a life of bonded labor to becoming the respected sarpanch of Amaragiri village. Her election in the recent Gram Panchayat polls in Telangana marks a significant personal and community milestone.Lingamma, a Chenchu tribal woman in her 40s, spent decades in the Nallamala forests under exploitative conditions. Rescued by authorities, she rebuilt her life, focusing on community welfare initiatives that led to her candidacy in the elections. Despite competition from her younger brother, Lingamma emerged victorious.With her newfound leadership role, Lingamma is determined to improve essential services such as roads, water, and electricity in her community. Her story is a testament to resilience and the power of change, reflecting broader socio-economic shifts in rural Telangana.

Bumrah and Chakaravarthy Lead India to Victory Against South Africa In a thrilling finale to the T20I series, India's Jasprit Bumrah and Varun Chakravarthy played pivotal roles in securing a 2-1 series victory over South Africa. Former cricketer Robin Uthappa lauded pace bowler Bumrah, labeling him as the team's 'banker' during challenging times. His strategic breakthrough by dismissing Quinton de Kock proved instrumental, triggering South Africa's decline after a promising start.Uthappa emphasized the effective partnership between Bumrah and spinner Varun Chakravarthy, whose four wickets earned him the 'Player of the Series' accolade. A standout contributor, Varun's deceptive deliveries outclassed the Proteas' batsmen, as his calculated strategy exploited their weaknesses. Speaking on 'Cricket Live', Uthappa praised the bowlers' performances, highlighting their ability to disrupt South Africa's rhythm.Despite initial resilience from opener Quinton de Kock, scoring a rapid 65 off 35 balls, South Africa's chase dwindled to 201/8, succumbing to India's disciplined bowling attack. JioStar expert Dale Steyn critiqued South Africa's passive approach against Bumrah, arguing that aggressive tactics could have thwarted the Indian spearhead. The match underscored the importance of countering elite bowlers to succeed in high-scoring chases.