VIJAYAWADA: The Union government has allocated 750 fully air-conditioned electric buses to Andhra Pradesh under the PM-eBus Sewa scheme announced former Director General of Press Information Bureau (PIB) and media advisor to the Government of India Rajeev Jain announced. Addressing the media in Vijayawada on Monday, Jain stated that these e-buses would significantly contribute to building a pollution-free, modern transport infrastructure across the State. He further revealed that the Centre is c

NELLORE: Municipal Administration and Urban Development (MAUD) Minister P Narayana announced that the State will become garbage-free by October 2, in line with Chief Minister Chandrababu Naidus vision of Swachh Andhra Pradesh. Speaking during an inspection of the bio-mining and recycling unit at Allipuram dump yard in Nellore rural mandal, he confirmed rapid waste clearance is progressing with support from Jigma Global Environ Solutions Private Limited. He criticised the previous government for

VIJAYAWADA: The YSRCP on Monday accused the coalition government of orchestrating a massive scam through its agreement with Axis Energy Venture Infra to purchase power at Rs 4.60 per unit. YSRCP spokesperson Gadikota Srikanth Reddy and former minister Gudivada Amarnath, in separate press conferences, claimed the deal imposes an undue financial burden on the public while benefiting a select few through alleged kickbacks. They contrasted the new deal with the YS Jagan Mohan Reddy governments power

NELLORE: TDP MLC Beeda Ravichandra came down heavily on YSRCP leaders Kakani Govardhan Reddy and Anil Kumar Yadav, accusing them of being partners in an alleged massive illegal mining scam. Addressing at NTR Bhavan in Nellore city on Monday, Beeda alleged, Kakani and Anil are like two thieves protecting each other in the mining scam. Kakani fled from public view, fearing inquiry into his actions, proving his guilt. If he had not done anything wrong, why is he running away instead of questioning

VIJAYAWADA: The Andhra Pradesh government has suspended seven officials, including Simhachalam Temple Executive Officer K Subba Rao, in connection with the tragic wall collapse at the temple that claimed seven lives during the Chandanotsavam festival on April 30. In addition to Simhachalam EO, temple EE DG Srinivasa Raju, AP Tourism Development Corporation (APTDC) EE K Ramana, Simhachalam temple Deputy EE KSN Murthy, APTDC Deputy EE AVBLR Swamy, APTDC AC P Madan Mohan and Simhachalam temple JE K

VIJAYAWADA: YSRCP President and former chief minister YS Jagan Mohan Reddy on Monday directed party leaders to visit farmers who suffered heavy losses due to unseasonal rains and strong winds across Andhra Pradesh and extend support. In phone calls with party regional coordinators and key leaders, Jagan expressed concern over the damage to paddy and horticultural crops, blaming government inaction for the widespread losses. He pointed out that despite early weather warnings, authorities failed t

GUNTUR: In a major push toward clean energy, over 87,936 households across Guntur district have registered for the Centres PM Surya Ghar: Muft Bijli Yojana, with 1,640 installations already completed. The initiative, aimed at promoting self-sufficient, sustainable energy use, is being implemented by the New and Renewable Energy Development Corporation of Andhra Pradesh (NREDCAP) in collaboration with the Electricity Department. Launched earlier this year, the scheme enables residents to generate

ONGOLE: Prakasam police, with support from YSR Kadapa police, arrested a three-member inter-district gang involved in house burglaries, red sanders smuggling, and ganja trafficking. Police recovered stolen property worth Rs 85 lakh, including 924.33 grams of gold, 3.8 kg of silver, 6.19 kg of ganja, and a white Tata Manza car. Prakasam SP AR Damodar presented the accused and seized items to the media at Ongole on Monday. The arrested were Chimparthy Fakruddin alias Goresab (35), Chimparthy Mahab

VIJAYAWADA: Chief Minister N Chandrababu Naidu on Monday expressed deep anguish over the loss of 10 lives due to heavy, unseasonal rains that lashed several parts of Andhra Pradesh over the past two days. Chairing a high-level review meeting at the Secretariat, Naidu directed officials to release immediate ex-gratia to the families of the deceased and expedite compensation to affected farmers by Tuesday evening. The casualties were reported from Tirupati (4), Bapatla (2), Prakasam (2), Eluru (1)

VIJAYAWADA: In a major thrust to skill development and digital empowerment, the Andhra Pradesh State Skill Development Corporation (APSSDC) on Monday signed landmark agreements with global giants Oracle and Schneider Electric, aiming to train over four lakh youth across the State by 2028. The MoUs were signed in the presence of Minister for IT and Education Nara Lokesh, who said the collaborations would equip APs youth with skills and transform the state into a national hub for innovation, green

VIJAYAWADA: Additional Director General of Police (Law & Order) N Madhu Sudhan Reddy on Monday announced that the Andhra Pradesh Forensic Science Laboratory (APFSL) and Regional Forensic Science Laboratories (RFSLs) have achieved a 96% case resolution rate, playing a crucial role in timely investigations. Between January 1 and May 1, the forensic labs helped resolve 7,513 of the 7,793 registered cases. Reddy stated that in high-profile cases such as rape, murder, POCSO offences, and disasters, t

VIJAYAWADA/GUNTUR: Investigations are underway into two fire incidents that occurred during Prime Minister Narendra Modis visit to Amaravati on May 2 to relaunch the capital city construction works. The incidents, which raised concerns due to their timing, were reported near Vijayawada International Airport (Gannavaram) in Krishna district and Venkatapalem village in the Amaravati capital region. The first fire broke out near Buddavaram, close to the Gannavaram Airport, just as the Prime Ministe

TIRUPATI: The sacred town of Tirupati, known for its spiritual grandeur and cultural depth, witnessed an unexpected but vibrant surge of enthusiasm during the Tirupati Gangamma Thalli Jatara, thanks to a cinematic spark ignited by Pushpa 2. The movies iconic Jatara episode featuring Allu Arjun in striking female attire not only captivated audiences, but also brought renewed attention to the cultural fabric of the Telugu-speaking states and beyond. This year, many youths are also very enthusiasti

VIJAYAWADA: Chief Minister Nara Chandrababu Naidu directed officials to ensure that citizens can access all government services online through the WhatsApp Governance platform Mana Mitra , eliminating the need to visit government offices. Chairing a review meeting on the Real Time Governance Society (RTGS) at the Secretariat on Monday, Naidu emphasised the need for seamless digital service delivery and widespread public awareness about Mana Mitra services (WhatsApp Governance). Naidu urged all g

VIJAYAWADA: Morning flight services between Vijayawada and Visakhapatnam will resume on June 1, Union Civil Aviation Minister Kinjarapu Ram Mohan Naidu announced on Monday, calling it a key step toward strengthening regional air connectivity between two growth hubs of Andhra Pradesh. The IndiGo-operated ATR flight will depart Vijayawada at 7:15 am and reach Visakhapatnam at 8:25 am. The return service will take off at 8:45 am and land in Vijayawada by 9:50 am. The Union Minister said the schedul

VIJAYAWADA: Human Resource Development, IT, and Electronics Minister Nara Lokesh on Monday approved the launch of the Kalalaku Rekkalu scheme to support girls higher education starting this year. He also suggested steps to improve academic outcomes and proposed honouring top performers of Class X as Shining Stars. Furthermore, he directed officials to ensure smooth and transparent conduct of the mega District Selection Committee (DSC) examination, scheduled to begin on June 6. Chairing a high-le

VIJAYAWADA: As part of the Public Grievance Redressal System (PGRS), NTR District Collector G Lakshmisha received 117 petitions at the Collectorate on Monday and directed officials to resolve issues promptly. He also instructed them to explain reasons for any delays directly to the petitioners. In Krishna district, Collector DK Balaji, along with MLA Venigandla Ramu, conducted the PGRS at Gudivada. He reviewed local issues and directed officials to prevent drinking water shortages. Urging the pu

KADAPA: For the first time in its history, the Telugu Desam Party (TDP) will host its state-level Mahanadu in YSR Kadapa district, a significant move following the National Democratic Alliances (NDA) resounding victory in the recent general elections in the combined Kadapa region. The party has finalized a 120-acre site near Pabbapuram village, behind Jayaraj Garden in Chintakommadinne mandal, on the outskirts of Kadapa city, for the event scheduled on May 27, 28, and 29, 2025. On Sunday, jungle

VIJAYAWADA: The CPM appealed to Chief Minister N Chandrababu Naidu to stop the demolition of poor peoples houses and small shops in Undi constituency, which was allegedly ordered by local MLA and Deputy Assembly Speaker K Raghu Rama Krishna Raju. In a letter on Sunday, CPM State secretary V Srinivasa Rao condemned the bulldozing of over 700 houses and shops in Akividu, Palakoderu, Kalla and Undi mandals without providing alternative to the affected people, calling it unjust and inhumane. In Pala

ONGOLE: Prakasam districts seven Urban Local Bodies (ULBs) are eagerly awaiting the release of Adverse Seasonal Condition (ASC) Grants from the State government, crucial for addressing water scarcity amid intensifying summer conditions. The State is expected to release Rs 14.22 crore in ASC Grants, earmarked for emergency water supply management and infrastructure repairs. These include fixing leakages in water pipelines, maintaining pumps and borewells, drilling new ones, and transporting potab

TIRUMALA: The Tirumala Tirupati Devasthanams (TTD) has successfully facilitated 26,214 free weddings at the Kalyana Vedika in Tirumala since April 25, 2016, offering financial and logistical support to deserving and economically weaker Hindu families. The spacious Kalyana Vedika has become a preferred destination for families seeking a traditional yet affordable wedding ceremony. The TTD provides all key wedding essentials free of cost, including archakas (priests), mangala vadyams (auspicious m

ANANTAPUR: At a civic reception held in Sri Sathya Sai district to honor him, a Padma Bhushan recipient, Hindupur MLA Nandamuri Balakrishna delivered a candid address. He attributed his repeated electoral victories to the extensive development work in his constituency, not his film career, stating, My straightforward approach and the many good initiatives and development projects here have earned me the MLA seat consecutively. Balakrishna noted that while many politicians fade into obscurity, he

VIJAYAWADA: Minister for HRD and IT, Nara Lokesh, on Sunday participated as the chief guest in the grand Puna Pratishta Mahotsavam (reinstallation ceremony) of the Sri Mahankali Ammavaru Temple at Kantharaju Konduru village in Duggirala mandal, Mangalagiri constituency, Guntur. Lokesh was accorded a traditional welcome with temple honors on his arrival. He offered devotional items such as a saree, turmeric, vermilion, and bangles to the deity and took part in the rituals. Priests blessed the min

KAKINADA: The Krishna district womens team claimed victory in the 12th State-Level Inter-District Kabaddi Championship2025, defeating Chittoor district in a closely fought final match held at NTR Beach, Suryaraopeta. The three-day tournament concluded on Sunday with Civil Supplies Minister Nadendla Manohar presenting the championship trophy and prizes to the winning team. The championship, which began on Friday, featured over 150 players representing 13 erstwhile districts across 48 matches. The

ONGOLE: In a devastating sequence of three road accidents on the Koppolu road flyover along the Ongole-Nellore Bypass Highway, five individuals died, and seven others were injured in the early hours of Sunday, around 4:50 am. The incidents, which occurred within a 500-metre radius, prompted immediate action from local authorities, with all victims swiftly transported to Ongole RIMS for medical care and further procedures. The first accident occurred when an egg-carrying lorry collided with a par

VIJAYAWADA: The National Eligibility cum Entrance Test for Undergraduate courses (NEET UG) 2025 was conducted smoothly across the State on Sunday, with over 70,000 candidates writing the examination at designated centres in all 26 districts. The exam, held nationwide from 2 to 5 pm, proceeded without major incidents, thanks to elaborate arrangements made by district administrations to ensure fair and orderly conduct. Attendance was notably high in the north coastal region, where 7,179 out of 7,3

VIJAYAWADA: Chief Minister N Chandrababu Naidu, during a teleconference with TDP MPs, MLAs, and key party leaders on Sunday, applauded the success of the Amaravati capital revival programme . He described the event as a landmark moment that brought national and international focus back on Amaravati. He commended the TDP rank and file for their efforts in ensuring the massive public meeting attended by Prime Minister Narendra Modi a grand success . The event, he said, symbolised the rebirth of Am

VIJAYAWADA: The Energy Department, through its power utilities, has taken measures to restore electricity across regions hit by heavy gales and unseasonal rain. Working on a war-footing, the utilities successfully reinstated power in all affected areas, minimising disruptions despite adverse weather conditions. Chief Secretary and Special Chief Secretary (Energy) K Vijayanand conducted a virtual review meeting with AP Power Utilities officials to assess the damage, and monitor restoration effort

VISAKHAPATNAM: The joint forum of all trade unions at Visakhapatnam Steel Plant (VSP) has issued a formal strike notice to the Chairperson and Managing Director of Rashtriya Ispat Nigam Limited (RINL), proposing to go on a 24-hour strike beginning at 6 am on May 20. The notice, served under Section 22(1) of the Industrial Disputes Act, 1947, was also marked to the Regional Labour Commissioner (Central), Ministry of Labour, Visakhapatnam. The unions have presented a comprehensive charter of deman

VIJAYAWADA: The YSRCP accused the TDP-led NDA government of misusing police to file false cases, and arrest its activists to deflect the peoples attention from its failure to ensure security for former Chief Minister YS Jagan Mohan Reddy. Addressing the media on Sunday, YSRCP spokesperson Putta Siva Sankar Reddy alleged that police had fabricated charges against former MLA Thopudurthi Prakash Reddy and his brother, while indiscriminately detaining their followers in Raptadu. During Jagans visit

VIJAYAWADA: Untimely heavy rains accompanied by gale winds lashed multiple regions of Andhra Pradesh in the early hours of Sunday. While the showers brought much-needed relief from the scorching heat, they also caused severe damage to crops and disrupted normal life, as several trees were uprooted, resulting in power outages. The sudden downpour, which lasted for at least three hours, inundated several low-lying areas in Vijayawada, Machilipatnam, Guntur, and Eluru. In Vijayawada, the intense do

KADAPA: YSRCP MP Y S Avinash Reddy has asserted that the party will continue its fight against the Waqf (Amendment) Act till it is repealed. Speaking at a Long March organised by the All India Muslim Personal Law Board in protest against the Act on Sunday, Avinash Reddy said the YSRCP had already filed a petition in the Supreme court challenging it. Addressing a gathering at the Seven Roads Junction in the city, Avinash Reddy pointed out several flaws in the Act. We opposed the Waqf Bill both in

KAKINADA: Kakinada police have cracked a two-month-old murder case by identifying a decomposed body found near Pithapuram JSP office as that of Tangella Lovaraju, 38, a resident of Dharmavaram in Anakapalle district. Kakinada SP Bindu Madhav said Lovaraju was allegedly murdered by his wife, Syamala, in collusion with her relative Modem Mohan Kumar and his associate Balla Gangadhar Rao. The trio killed Lovaraju using a surgical blade while he was asleep and dumped his body in a canal between Kath

TIRUPATI: A virtual coordination meeting of Elephant Task Force (ETF) was held to address rising human-elephant conflicts in Tirupati district. The meeting, chaired by District Collector Dr S Venkateswar, included forest, revenue, electricity, and planning officials, along with Chandragiri MLA Pulivarthi Venkat Mani Prasad (Nani). District Forest Officer Vivek said a dedicated Elephant Task Force and a monitoring cell have been established as per Deputy Chief Minister Konidala Pawan Kalyans dire

VIJAYAWADA: In a landmark move to position the State as a global hub for entertainment, tourism, and digital innovation, the State government has signed an MoU (Memorandum of Understanding) with Creativeland Asia (CLA) to conceptualise and operationalise Creatorland-Indias first Transmedia Entertainment City. Announced at the WAVES Summit in Mumbai, the partnership will bring together immersive theme parks, gaming zones, AI-powered virtual production studios, global cinema co-production zones, a

TIRUPATI: Tension prevailed on Saturday morning near the residence of YSRCP leader Peddireddy Ramachandra Reddy when Tirupati District Endowments and Revenue officials arrived to conduct a land survey at the Buggamatham lands, which are allegedly encroached upon by the former minister. The State government had earlier directed Buggamatham Executive Officer Venkateswarlu to remove all encroachments and initiate legal action against illegal occupants. Following the directive, notices were issued t

VIJAYAWADA: A day after Prime Minister Narendra Modi relaunched the capital city Amaravati works worth Rs 49,040 crore, the State government has accelerated efforts to finalise the designs and kick-start construction of iconic buildings. Municipal Administration and Urban Development (MAUD) Minister Dr P Narayana held a high-level meeting with representatives from top architecture and construction firms including Norman Foster, Hafeez Contractor, and L&T at the CRDA office on Saturday. The meeti

NELLORE: Health Minister Y Satya Kumar Yadav on Saturday announced that the State government is set to introduce a comprehensive health insurance scheme under the NTR Vaidya Seva, offering up to Rs 25 lakh in coverage for 1.65 crore poor and middle-class families in Andhra Pradesh. Speaking after inaugurating a five-bed dialysis centre at the Podalakur Community Health Centre (CHC) in Sarvepalli constituency, the minister said the scheme is one of the largest in the country and will be implement

VIJAYAWADA: Chief Minister Nara Chandrababu Naidu expressed satisfaction over the relaunch of Amaravati capital works, calling it a moment of pride and renewed trust for Andhra Pradesh. During a teleconference with NDA MPs, MLAs, MLCs, and key leaders on Saturday, Naidu said Prime Minister Narendra Modis assurance of Central support had infused new confidence. Modis words that Amaravati is not just a city but a force have given us great strength, he said. Naidu emphasised that the PM Modis decla

SRIKAKULAM: lladapeta, a tiny village located in Jalumuru mandal of Srikakulam district hogged the limelight with Bana Venkatesh, achieving All India Rank (AIR) 15th in the Civil Services Examination (CSE) 2024 conducted by Union Public Service Commission (UPSC). Venkatesh, is the eldest son of Banna Chandra Rao and Rohini, a middle class family relying on agriculture. He studied up to Class-V at an English medium convent at his home town and was later shifted to a private school in Srikakulam d

KADAPA: 45-year-old homemaker from Kadapa district has become a symbol of empowerment for women. Canara Bank-trained entrepreneur Annam Lakshmi Bhavani, a resident of Chinnamusalreddypalle, rose from modest beginnings to establish a successful jute bag unit. Her journeyfrom self-taught tailor to successful businesswomanearned national recognition when Prime Minister Narendra Modi lauded Bhavani during the 10th anniversary of the Pradhan Mantri Mudra Yojana (PMMY). A graduate in Bachelor of Arts,

VISAKHAPATNAM: In the heart of Alluri Sitarama Raju (ASR) district, a remarkable talent has emerged from the Bagatha tribe. Pangi Chitti Babu, a 32-year-old karate champion, currently serves as a Village Revenue Officer (VRO) in Iragai Panchayat at Araku Valley. His journey from a small agricultural family to the international karate stage is truly inspiring. Born and raised in Lotheru village, Chitti Babu developed an interest in martial arts as a child, inspired by action movies. His fascinati

VISAKHAPATNAM: A biodiversity documentation exercise during the City Nature Challenge in April this year, has led to what could be the rediscovery of a sea slug species not recorded for over 160 years. Marine biologist Sri Chakra Pranav, who is also the founder of the East Coast Conservation Team (ECCT), came across a translucent, ethereal-looking nudibranch while surveying the coastal waters of Visakhapatnam. Speaking about the discovery with TNIE , Pranav said the sea slug did not match any of

TIRUPATI: LG Electronics is set to invest Rs 5,001 crore on a new manufacturing plant in Sri City, a Special Economic Zone (SEZ) in Tirupati district. The groundbreaking ceremony for the plant will be held on May 8. In an interview with TNIE , Ravindra Sannareddy, Founder and Managing Director of Sri City, said Chief Minister N Chandrababu Naidu and IT and Electronics Minister Nara Lokesh have made concerted efforts to get LG to Andhra Pradesh. LG, which currently operates manufacturing units in

VIJAYAWADA: Prime Minister Narendra Modi called upon Chief Minister Chandrababu Naidu and his Deputy Pawan Kalyan to transform Amaravati and Andhra Pradesh into a growth engine for a developed India, citing it as the dream of N T Rama Rao to develop the state. We must fulfill NTRs dreams. Chandrababu and Pawan Kalyan, together we must do it and we will do it, Modi said. While restarting the construction of Amaravati on Friday, the PM emphasized that the state capital city is not just a city but

VISAKHAPATNAM: Tribal communities in Alluri Sitarama Raju district observed a bandh on Friday, demanding the reinstatement of Government Order (GO) No. 3, which earlier ensured 100% reservation for Scheduled Tribe (ST) candidates in teacher recruitment in scheduled areas. The protest saw wide participation, with shops closed voluntarily in places such as Araku Valley. Tourist destinations including the Tribal Museum, Padmapuram Botanical Garden, and the Coffee Museum remained shut, while roads a

VISAKHAPATNAM: A preliminary enquiry into the retaining wall collapse at Simhachalam, which claimed seven lives during the Chandanotsavam festival on April 30, has revealed that the structure was constructed without formal approvals and in violation of the temples master plan. The three-member committee appointed by the Andhra Pradesh government to investigate into the incident completed its initial inquiry in Visakhapatnam on Friday and has since departed for Amaravati. Based on our findings so

ONGOLE: The investigation into the murder of TDP leader and former MPP of Naguluppalapadu mandal, Veeraiah, has entered its final phase, with Prakasam police obtaining key information on suspects directly and indirectly involved in the case. According to sources, the focus has now shifted to apprehending the prime accused who have been absconding since the April 22 murder. Investigators have identified a hotel near Mangamuru junction, reportedly operated by a Chinna Ganjam native from Bapatla di

VIJAYAWADA: In a significant event aimed at strengthening spiritual and cultural ties between India and Vietnam, the sacred relics of Lord Buddha were ceremonially enshrined at Vietnam Buddhist University on Friday. The relics will be on public display in Ho Chi Minh City till May 6. The event was led by Union Minister for Minority Affairs Kiren Rijiju and Andhra Pradesh Minister for Tourism Kandula Durgesh. Speaking about the spiritual journey, Durgesh expressed deep pride and reverence. I feel

VIJAYAWADA: Describing the day, on which, Prime Minister Narendra Modi relaunched the works of Amaravati Capital City as a great day, and will be scripted in the history of Andhra Pradesh for ever, Chief Minister N Chandrababu Naidu asserted that Amaravati will reflect the hopes and aspirations of the people. Addressing a public meeting, along with the Prime Minister, at Velagapudi on Friday, Naidu exuded confidence that his government with the support of the Centre will complete the works of Am