Anganwadi teacher, son murdered by kin in Anantapur district
Two Women Injured in Leopard Attack in Anantapur
Forest officials advised farmers and labourers to remain cautious, move in groups and carry sticks to prevent wild animal attacks.
No Helmet - No Petrol in Anantapur
Modi govt has snatched lifeline of poor labourers by replacing MGNREGA: Kharge
NEW DELHI, Feb 2: Congress president Mallikarjun Kharge on Monday said the MGNREGA launched by his partys government two decades ago was the lifeline of the poor but the arrogant Modi government snatched it away. In a post on X, he said the Mahatma Gandhi National Rural Employment Guarantee Act (MGNREGA) was not just an administrative scheme but a constitutional right for crores of labourers. Exactly 20 years ago, the Congress Partys UPA government launched the scheme from Anantapur in [] The post Modi govt has snatched lifeline of poor labourers by replacing MGNREGA: Kharge appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
MGNREGA Was Transformative Law, Its Substitute A Flaw: Congress
New Delhi, Feb 2: Hitting out at the Modi government, the Congress on Monday said MGNREGA was a transformative law while the new scheme brought by the Centre that bulldozed it away is a flaw. Congress general secretary in-charge communications Jairam Ramesh said exactly 20 years ago today, the Mahatma Gandhi National Rural Employment Guarantee Act (MNREGA) was launched at Badnapalli village in Anantapur district of Andhra Pradesh. Over the years, it has provided 180 crore days of work to [] The post MGNREGA Was Transformative Law, Its Substitute A Flaw: Congress appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
Violence in Anantapur Cement Factory; Police Deployed
During the violence, four workers sustained serious injuries and were rushed by colleagues to the Tadipatri Government Hospital for treatment.
Baby Missing Scare At Anantapur GGH Turns Out To Be iIlegal Adoption
Police found that the parents themselves had handed over the baby to a childless couple in an unofficial adoption, citing their inability to care for a fourth child.
Andhra Pradesh Plans Rail Exports to Rescue Banana Farmers
Banana prices had plunged to their lowest levels about two months ago during the peak of the first crop, leaving many farmers with heavy losses. In several parts of Anantapur district, growers were forced to distribute bananas free of cost due to lack of buyers.
SP Launches Five-Day Road Safety Awareness Drive In Anantapur
The objective of the Road Safety Mission is to create awareness among the public and encourage strict adherence to traffic rules to make Anantapur an accident-free district: Anantapur SP P. Jagadish
Road safety mission launched to make Anantapur accident-free
The initiative involves various awareness programmes across the district till January 31
TD Plans to Turn the Tables on YSRC in Rayalaseema Local Body Polls
Anantapur MLA D. Prasad disclosed that more than 5,000 YSRC workers in the Anantapur Municipal Corporation (AMC) area have joined TD in just a day.
77th Republic Day celebrated with patriotic fervour in Nandyal, Kurnool, Anantapur districts
Naidu appreciates PM Modis recognition of Anantapurs community-led water initiatives
Amaravati: Chief Minister N Chandrababu Naidu on Sunday thanked Prime Minister Narendra Modi for highlighting the people of Anantapurs efforts in water conservation during the first Mann Ki Baat programme of the year. Naidu said water security is one of the Padi Sutralus (ten guiding principles) adopted under the Swarna (golden) Andhra Vision, with Anantapur Get the latest updates in Hyderabad City News , Technology , Entertainment , Sports , Politics and Top Stories on WhatsApp & Telegram by subscribing to our channels. You can also download our app for Android and iOS .
Forest Water Bodies Revive Drought-hit Anantapur
Similar water bodies have been developed across forest tracts in the district over the past two years, helping improve moisture retention, biodiversity and ecological balance in the drought-hit region.
Mystery Over Deaths of Peacocks, Crows and Pigeons in Anantapur Area
Avian flu or pesticide exposure suspected after peacock, crow deaths
Anantapurs water conservation efforts earn Prime Ministers praise
He highlights how community participation and local initiative can revive even the most water-stressed regions; it reinforces the States commitment to water security, one of the 10 core principles under the Swarna Andhra Vision, says Chief Minister Chandrababu Naidu
TDP strengthens base in Rayalaseem with new district committees in Nandyal and Anantapur
CM Naidu Thanks PM Modi for Recognising Anantapur in Mann Ki Baat
The Chief Minister said that the Prime Ministers mention of Anantapurs success provides fresh motivation for Andhra Pradeshs mission towards achieving water security across the state.
Revised land market rates to come into effect from February 1 in Anantapur
District registrar Bhargav said the State Government had hiked the market values of agriculture, non-agriculture and residential land rates from February 1
Andhra Wind Up For 228 On Day 2 of Ranji Trophy At Anantapur
Those who witnessed the Day 2 match included Indian selector Pragyan Ojha, RDT director Manchu Ferrer, ACA selection committee chairman R.V.C.H. Prasad, ACA GM D. Siva Kumar and venue manager Vamsi.
Road safety is every individuals responsibility, says Anantapur in-charge Collector
Vishnu Charan takes charge as Anantapur Joint Collector
ACME solar power project in Anantapur makes tangible progress on the ground
From getting government clearance to construction, the 3,000-crore, 400-MW projects execution in four months is a reflection of the State governments commitment to fast-tracking clean energy investments, says HRD Minister Lokesh
ACME's 400 MW Solar Project Sees Rapid Progress in AP
The Rs 3,000-crore project, located in Anantapur district and developed under the Firm and Dispatchable Renewable Energy (FDRE) framework, combines large-scale solar generation with battery storage to deliver round-the-clock renewable power
Anantapur MLAs Gunman Suspended, Case Booked Over Exhibition Row
Case booked after organiser alleges extortion bid and disturbance at venue
Sanskranti Rush Doubles Bus Fares to AP Cities
It is estimated that around 1,000 private buses operate from Hyderabad to destinations such as Vijayawada, Bengaluru, Anantapur, Visakhapatnam and Kakinada during the festival
Vadde Obannas birth anniversary celebrated in Anantapur
Anantapur pomegranates seek GI tag
JNTU, Anantapur, Announces Results
The results have been announced by Director of Evaluation Prof. V. Naga Prasad Naidu and Controller of Examinations Prof. A.P. Shiva Kumar: Reports
Balla Pallavi takes charge as first woman Chairperson of Anantapur market yard
Ruckus Over Shifting of Temple Obstructing National Highway in Anantapur
Police have posted a picket at the site
Three-day Millet Mela to commence on January 8 at Anantapur
Stalls will be set up by 18 NGOs to create awareness and motivate farmers to take up natural/organic farming and grow millets along with other food crops, say organisers
New ECHS Facility to Serve Veterans in Anantapur
ECHS polyclinics function as the first point of healthcare access for eligible veterans, offering outpatient consultations, diagnostic services, referrals and follow-up care.
Congress to Launch Nationwide Stir from Anantapur over MGNREGA Renaming
AP Congress leaders inspected arrangements for the protest programme at Bandlapalli on Friday.
Two Killed, Four Injured in Separate Road Accidents in AP
A fatal collision in Anantapur district and a bus overturning in Nandyal district left multiple casualties, prompting police action and traffic disruption.
Anantapur Youth Receives Accolades From UN Officials
The programme aims to empower tribal communities through grassroots engagement and youth-led development
Anantapur registers significant drop in crimes in 2025
Crime has gone down to 6,851 this year compared to 8,841 last year; SP attributes it to effective policing and priority to public safety
Prakasam: Driver Charred to Death in Road Accident
According to the police, a Bolero vehicle transporting a load of cashew nuts from Tuni to Anantapur rammed into an unidentified vehicle that was moving ahead of it near Rangareddypalle. Following the collision, the Bolero caught fire.
19-Year-Old BTech Student Dies by Suicide in Anantapur District
Charan, a first-year BTech student at a private college in Anantapur, was found hanging from a tree in an agricultural field in his village.
Arrangements in place at temples for festive rush in Chittoor, Anantapur districts
Kanipakam temple likely to witness huge devotee rush on Vaikunta Ekadasi (December 30), Vaikunta Dwadasi (December 31) and on New Year (January 1); temple management halts Antaralaya Darshanams for the three days to facilitate darshan to more number of devotees
Anantapur Police Bust Inter-State Robbery Gang, Seize 70 Lakh Gold
The police also cracked nine pending cases of robbery, chain snatching and theft linked to the duo, while six cases had earlier been registered against them in Ballary district of Karnataka and Guntur district of Andhra Pradesh.
THINK Gas Cuts Domestic PNG Prices in Nellore, TirupatiChittoor & KadapaAnantapur Clusters
THINK Gas has announced a reduction in domestic PNG prices across the Nellore, TirupatiChittoor, and KadapaAnantapur clusters, benefiting local consumers.
3 Gunrunners, Two From MP, Arrested In Anantapur
Anantapur superintendent of police P. Jagadish told media that Two Town police had come to know about Rajasekhar Reddy, the fitness centre owner, firing a round in the air while threatening his wife with a pistol following a family quarrel.
Three arrested in Anantapur for trade in illegal weapons
Two of the accused had been purchasing country-made guns and bullets at low prices from unidentified persons in the GwaliorMorena regions for the past few years and illegally supplying them to other States, the District Superintendent of Police said
Vizag will become data centre hub and Amaravati quantum hub says Naidu
Chief Minister highlights Visakhapatnams strong subsea cable connectivity and digital infrastructure which are positioning it as a key node in the global data ecosystem; Tirupati is being developed as a Space City, while regions such as Anantapur and Kadapa will evolve into major electronics and aerospace hubs, he adds
Accused Knives Anantapur Inspector While Being Arrested
The inspector fired his 9 mm service revolver and injured the knee of the accused to save other members of the arresting party
Cyber Police Bust Mule Account Network, Arrest 7
The accused hailed from Bengaluru, Coorg, West Godavari and Anantapur regions and had formed an organised network through a Telegram channel to procure and supply current bank accounts to fraud syndicates: Police
Two Killed in Road Accident on NH-44 at Pamidi in Andhra Pradesh
Car travelling from Karnatakas Chikkaballapur to Mantralayam hit by unidentified vehicle near a dhaba in Anantapur district
Anantapur police bags ABCD Award for dismantling Cambodia-based cyber fraud
120 Remote Villages in AP to Get Mobile Network
The villages selected for coverage are spread across the Anantapur, Chittoor, Eluru, Kakinada, Kurnool, Palnadu, Sri Potti Sriramulu Nellore, Sri Satya Sai and Srikakulam districts
Deadline set for clearing legacy waste in Anantapur
In Anantapur, the bio-mining activity is being done in two phases to clear 3.30 lakh tonnes of garbage in the first phase and another 1.70 lakh tonnes in the second phase
Quarrel at a Public Tap Claims Persons Life in Anantapur
While collecting water, a quarrel ensued between K. Chandrasekhar and Shivakumar.
Dispute over water between neighbours results in murder in Anantapur
Three Men Booked for Sexual Assault of Diploma Student in Anantapur
Victim trapped by men she met in a bus, auto, and college; Police register POCSO case after complaint
Manipur clinch Dr Talimeren Ao title
Anantapur: Manipur clinched their 12th Dr Talimeren Ao Junior Girls National Football Championship Tier 1 title with a resounding 9-0 victory over Bengal at the RDT Stadium in Anantapur on Sunday, December 7, 2025. The triumph also sealed a remarkable hat-trick of titles. For Manipur, Chingkhamayum Redima Devi (8, 41, 65) and Longjam Nira Chanu [] The post Manipur clinch Dr Talimeren Ao title appeared first on The Navhind Times .
Anantapur SP details health, legal impact of drug abuse
Lokesh Sanctions 12 Lakh Aid For 12-Year-Old Boy Fighting Cancer
The patient, K. Chinni Krishna Uday Pawan Kumar, hailing from Venugopal Nagar in Anantapur town, is currently undergoing treatment at the Sri Shankara Cancer Foundation in Bengaluru: Reports
55-year-old woman charred to death in Anantapur
Police facilitate shifting of womans dead body to her native place
Anantapur III Town Inspector Rajendranath Yadav and other police personnel helped the deceased womans son transport the body in an ambulance with their own money
Farmer Suicide Sparks Political Row in Anantapur
Sources said the victim, Chilla Nagalingam, was burdened with debts exceeding 15 lakh.
4.5 kg of ganja seized, four held in Chittoor, Anantapur districts
Mother Kills Son Before Ending Her Life in Anantapur
Police suspect family disputes behind the extreme step in Sharadanagar
Ensure RO plants in schools, hostels are functional, says Anantapur Collector
143-Year-Old Anantapur Sub-Jail Opens to Children for the First Time
As part of the week-long celebrations, participants and local historians walked through the towns key heritage landmarks, including the historic Collectorate, Victoria Hospital, Arts College, the old Sub-Jail, Peace Memorial Hall and finally the District Museum.
Seven ganja peddlers arrested in Anantapur
Sai Babas Services To Anantapur Remain Everlasting: MP
It was a matter of pride that the state government had declared the centenary celebrations a state festival: Kurnool MP Bastipati Nagaraju
Experts hail project to conserve natural resourses by involving communities
The Climate Adaptation and Resilience in Agriculture project is being implemented by Accion Fraterna-Ecology Centre in Anantapur district
Five get 10 years rigorous imprisonment in Anantapur ganja case
Complex surgery performed at corporate hospital in Anantapur
JNTU-Anantapur announces results
Sky Factory: Sarla Aviation to Invest in Anantapur
New facility to manufacture electric vertical takeoff and landing aircraft
Andhra Cop Linked To Tirumala Scam Found Dead, Probe Launched
A police officer from Andhra Pradesh's Anantapur district, who was under investigation in the Tirumala Tirupati Devasthanam (TTD) Parakamani scam, was found dead under mysterious circumstances on Friday, prompting police to register a murder case and
YSRC Leader Attacked, Hospitalised In Anantapur
Tadipathri police have registered a case based on a complaint lodged by the family. Investigators are probing whether the attack stemmed from political rivalry or personal disputes: Reports
Anantapur Women Sets World Record For Stitching 10,000 Sari Bags In 10 Hours
The exclusive campaign provided wages for the women tailors to stitch carry-bags from clothes of old saris. It set a target to stitch 9000 bags, but the women tailors stitched many more in the allotted 10 hours: Reports
Andhra police rewards Rs 10K to auto driver for returning gold ornaments
An auto drivers honesty was rewarded handsomely by the police in Andhra Pradeshs Anantapur after he returned a lost suitcase with 12 tulas of gold ornaments in it. According to local reports, three people had boarded Chandrashekars auto to go to a wedding in Maruthi Nagar on November 6. After he dropped them off, he Get the latest updates in Hyderabad City News , Technology , Entertainment , Sports , Politics and Top Stories on WhatsApp & Telegram by subscribing to our channels. You can also download our app for Android and iOS .
Revenue Sports And Cultural Festival Begins With Enthusiasm In Anantapur
Marking the 150th anniversary of Vande Mataram, the CCLA, Collectors, Joint Collectors, and officers rendered the national song with patriotic fervour. The celebrations commenced with a march-past by revenue employees from all 26 districts of the state.
Seventh Revenue Sports and Cultural Meet gets off to a grand start in Anantapur
Teams from 26 districts participate; Special Chief Secretary urges officials to show sporting spirit in work and life
MLA goes on morning inspection of sanitation work in Anantapur
The India Meteorological Department (IMD) has reported that Cyclonic Storm Montha has intensified into a severe cyclonic storm over the west-central Bay of Bengal. The system has been moving north-northwestwards at a speed of around 15 kmph over the past six hours, prompting both Andhra Pradesh and Odisha governments to heighten preparedness and initiate precautionary measures. As of 5:30 am on October 28, 2025, the storm was centered approximately 190 km south-southeast of Machilipatnam, 270 km south-southeast of Kakinada, 340 km south-southwest of Visakhapatnam (all in Andhra Pradesh), and 550 km south-southwest of Gopalpur in Odisha. According to the IMD, Cyclone Montha is expected to continue moving north-northwestwards and make landfall along the Andhra Pradesh coast between Machilipatnam and Kalingapatnam, near Kakinada, during the evening or night of October 28. (A) Severe Cyclonic Storm Montha [Pronunciation: Mon-Tha] over Westcentral Bay of Bengal The Cyclonic Storm Montha [Pronunciation: Mon-Tha] over westcentral Bay of Bengal moved north-northwestwards with a speed of 15 kmph during past 6 hours, intensified into a severe pic.twitter.com/jnvQPjMYgb India Meteorological Department (@Indiametdept) October 28, 2025 The storm is likely to maintain its strength as a severe cyclonic storm, with maximum sustained wind speeds of 90100 kmph, gusting up to 110 kmph. The Met department has forecast an extremely heavy rainfall in isolated places across the coastal districts of Andhra Pradesh. It issued a red alert to 19 districts. Likewise, an orange alert has been issued to Nandyal, Kadapa and Annamayya districts, where heavy to very heavy rainfall is likely in isolated places. Similarly, a yellow alert has been issued to Kurnool, Anantapur, Sri Sathya Sai and Chittoor districts, where heavy rainfall is likely in isolated places. A red alert indicates heavy to extremely heavy rainfall of over 20 cm in 24 hours. An orange alert denotes very heavy rainfall of 11 to 20 cm, while a yellow alert signals heavy rain between 6 and 11 cm. Cyclone 'Montha' intensifies: Andhra Pradesh, Odisha brace for severe storm landfall Over the next three hours, light thunderstorms accompanied by lightning and gusty winds (up to 40 kmph) are likely over parts of Annamayya, Kadapa, and Nandyal districts. Moderate rainfall may also occur in these areas. Authorities in both Andhra Pradesh and Odisha have activated disaster management protocols. Rescue and relief teams from the National Disaster Response Force (NDRF) and State Disaster Response Force (SDRF) have been placed on high alert, and evacuation efforts are underway in low-lying and vulnerable coastal zones. Fishermen have been advised not to venture into the sea, and ports have been asked to hoist warning signals. The worsening weather has already impacted air travel. Nine flights operating between Chennai and various destinations in Andhra Pradesh, including Visakhapatnam, were cancelled on Tuesday morning due to unsafe flying conditions and low visibility. The Odisha government on Monday evacuated around 3,000 people, including 1,496 pregnant women, from low-lying and hilly regions across eight southern districts, Malkangiri, Koraput, Nabarangpur, Rayagada, Gajapati, Ganjam, Kalahandi and Kandhamal, where a red alert has been sounded. Revenue and Disaster Management Minister Suresh Pujari said the evacuation drive, which prioritises pregnant women, the elderly and persons with disabilities, aims to move 32,528 people to safety as the state targets zero casualty in the impending calamity. We have opened 1,445 cyclone shelters and arranged food, medicine, lighting and care for domestic animals, he said after reviewing the situation in the evening, PTI reported. Meanwhile, Prime Minister Narendra Modi assured all possible central assistance to Andhra Pradesh, Chief Minister N Chandrababu Naidu said after the PM called to review the situation , PTI reported. Naidu held a high-level meeting via Real Time Governance System (RTGS), directing officials to strengthen canal banks, prepare for floods, and monitor the cyclones movement hourly. Chief Minister has directed officials to carry out evacuationof residents of coastal areas vulnerable to Cyclone Montha to designated rehabilitation centres. In Kakinada and Konaseema region, which is likely to bear the brunt of the storm, nearly 10,000 people were evacuated while 126 pregnant women, were shifted to hospitals.
Open houses by Anantapur, Kurnool and Nandyal police enthrals students
Consider police as your family and approach them for any assistance or redressal of problems. We are here to serve you, says Anantapur SP
Anantapur DIG condemns TDP leaders remarks against ASP
Addressing an IPS officer or government official disrespectfully violates administrative standards, says Shemushi
Anantapur SP condemns TDP leaders remarks against ASP
IMD issues red alert for six districts in Andhra Pradesh
The IMD also issued an orange alert for the districts of Kurnool, Nandyal, Anantapur, Sri Sathya Sai and Bapatla for October 22
Rich tributes paid to police martyrs in Kurnool, Nandyal and Anantapur
Ministers, judges and senior police officers recall the supreme sacrifice of personnel during Commemoration Day parades across the three districts
Anantapur Youth Appointed UNYouth Coordination Officer Under Adivasi Karmayogi Yojana
Mr Bharath was a recipient of the MyGov Ambassador Award during the 10th anniversary celebrations of MyGov India, an initiative of the Ministry of Electronics and Information Technology.
Collector conducts surprise inspection at Anantapur GGH
Development from Anantapur to Kurnool is Chief Ministers focus, says Industries Minister
Development from Anantapur to Kurnool is Chief Ministers focus, says Industries Minister
The districts of Annamayya, Sri Sathya Sai, Anantapur, and Alluri Sitharama Raju are among the 100 Aspirational Agricultural Districts selected under the scheme to be launched by Prime Minister Narendra Modi on October 11
