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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
Four Minor Girls Survive Suicide Attempt in Anantapur
All four students hail from Tadipatri mandal, and three of them belong to the same family. The incident was triggered after the hostel warden contacted their parents over their poor academic performance.
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
2.81 lakh beneficiaries will receive NTR Bharosa pensions in Anantapur, says Collector
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
Heritage walk held in Anantapur
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
Anantapur MLA warns of action against doctors failing to attend duty on time
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
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
Two-month-old boys death: Anantapur district women and child welfare officer suspended
Negligence, misconduct, monitoring failure and lack of devotion in providing proper healthcare resulted in her suspension, according to a government order
WD&CW Director to visit Anantapur Sishu Gruha
CM Chandrababu reviews Kurupam and Anantapur incidents, orders probe
CM Chandrababu Naidu orders inquiry into incidents at Kurupam and Anantapur, ensuring proper medical attention.
Two-month-old baby boy dies at govt child care home in Andhra Pradesh
A two-month-old baby boy, under the care of Shishu Gruha in Andhra Pradeshs Anantapur district, died on the night of October 2, allegedly because of staff negligence. However, the authorities have denied such claims, stating that the infant passed away due to ill health. Reports suggest that the baby died due to the staffs internal 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 .
Anantapur bags Best Swachha District award
Minister Orders Probe into Infants Death at Anantapur ICDS Child Home
Women & Child Welfare Minister Sandhya Rani expresses grief; warns strict action against negligence
Anantapur Named Cleanest District in Andhra Pradesh
CM Chandrababu Naidu to present Swachh Andhra Awards on October 6 in Vijayawada
Flying Wedge Defence & Aerospace offers to set up unit in Andhra Pradesh
The Bengaluru-based firm is keen on establishing an Autonomous Combat Aircraft Manufacturing & Testing facility in Anantapur district
Bengaluru Minors Marriage Averted In Anantapur, CWC Takes The Lead Role
The groom Ramki Babu (29), a resident of Navodaya Colony in Anantapur, of Andhra Pradesh and his family members face action over arranging marriage with a minor girl: Reports
Lokesh Initiates Measures to Rescue Anantapur Driver From Saudi
After the video went viral on social media, Lokesh, who is in Delhi, alerted his office and to monitor the situation and make arrangements to bring Nizam back
Youth hold mega blood donation camp in Anantapur
Health Minister launches Ek Ped Maa ke Nam drive in Anantapur
Health Minister inaugurates DZBI.com in Anantapur
The online platform will bring together AYUSH doctors, hospitals, clinics, pharmacies, labs, and wellness seekers on a single digital interface, says Satya Kumar Yadav
16-Month-Old Girl Falls Into Boiled Milk, Dies Of Burns In Andhra Pradesh
A 16-month-old girl died after accidentally falling into a vessel of boiled milk at a Gurukul school in Korrapadu village of Anantapur district, said police on Sunday.
Launch awareness programmes Super GST Super Savings scheme, Anantapur Collector tells officials
AP: Toddler Dies After Falling Into Pot Of Hot Milk At Anantapur's Ambedkar Girls' Gurukulam
The incident occurred at AP DR BR Ambedkar Gurukul School for Girls at Korrapadu in Bukkaraya Samudra mandal of Anantapur district on Saturday, while the child was playing with a cat
NDA Making Serious Efforts for Attracting Huge Investments in AP: Lokesh
Nara Lokesh explained how the setting up of KIA Motors in Anantapur has helped improve the per capita income in Anantapur to Rs.2.30 lakh from Rs.70,000 earlier.
Anantapurs Green Warrior Leads Plastic-Free Revolution
Discovery Anantapur founder G. Anil Kumar has unveiled his latest initiative, free distribution of eco-friendly spoons, plates, bowls, boxes and coffee cups made from paddy husk and bagasse
IT Minister Lokesh promises to address irritants faced by Rural Development Trust
RDT Anantapur Programme Director Moncho Ferrer calls on Lokesh and explains the problems being faced, especially licence-related issues
MLA lays foundation for CC road works in Anantapur
Two held for chain snatching, counterfeit currency racket in Anantapur
Gold worth 35 lakh, fake notes, printer, and two motorcycles recovered from accused, says the SP
Youth Kills Father for Harassing Mother in Anantapur
The youth became furious after his father Sudhakar returned home in an intoxicated condition and started harassing his mother.
Chinese Delegation Visits CU-AP for Academic Collaboration
Chinese Embassy delegation interacts with students and faculty at the Central University of Andhra Pradesh in Anantapur on Tuesday.
Anantapur police dismiss reports of gambling accuseds death in custody
Super Six-Super Hit Meeting A Huge Success: Palla
Super Six-Super Hit public meeting at Anantapur drew an overwhelming response, said TDP state president Palla Srinivasa Rao, calling it a turning point for Rayalaseemas future.
YSRCP leader flays TDPs Super Six-Super Hit meet at Anantapur
Though the NDA partners claim that the Super Six promises have been fulfilled, not one has been delivered, alleged Anantha Venkatarami Reddy
Rayalaseemas resurgence is possible only with the double-engine government, he asserts
Anantapur: Super Six Meet a Huge Success, Lakhs Herded In
The NH 44 closer to Anantapur city was closed and only the vehicles for the Super Six Super Hit meeting were allowed in. Other vehicles from Hyderabad going towards Bangalore, Tirupati, Ballary etc were diverted to avoid traffic inconvenience.
Minister Lokesh, Balayya Miss Anantapur Super Six Meet
Sources said several tourists from Mangalagiri, the home turf of Lokesh, are among those stuck in Nepal.
200 Telugu people stranded in Nepal, CM Naidu assures support
Anantapur: Andhra Pradesh Chief Minister N Chandrababu Naidu on Wednesday said as many as 200 Telugu people are stranded in riot-hit Nepal, and that Minister Nara Lokesh has been entrusted with monitoring real-time developments. Addressing the Super Six Super Hit meeting here, Naidu said it is the state governments duty to respond when Telugu people 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 .
Stage set for Super Six success meet in Anantapur on September 10
Papaya Prices Fall, Farmers Badly Hit
The papaya fruits from Anantapur region are considered very tasty due to the local soil and climatic conditions, compared to the fruits from the other parts of India and the Taiwan varieties that are largely cultivated by farmers for the past two decades.
Traffic Diversions in Anantapur for TDs Meeting On Sept. 10
The TD is keen to make the meeting a mega success, aiming to surpass the recent YSRC rally at Siddam in Rapthadu mandal that drew large crowds of women and cadres from across Rayalaseema: Reports
Legacy waste from Anantapur dump yard will be cleared by October 2, says Minister
MLA inspects arrangements for Super Six-Super Hit meet in Anantapur
Make Super Six-Super Hit meet in Anantapur a success, says JSP leader
Andhra Pradesh Gets 3 New Principals, 4 Superintendents in Medical Colleges, Hospitals
Dr Devi Madhavi, a professor at Rangaraya Government Medical College has been promoted and posted as principal of the government medical college in Vizianagaram. Dr M. Vijaya Sri, a professor at Siddhartha Medical College in Vijayawada has been appointed as principal of the government medical college in Anantapur. Vizianagaram government hospital medical superintendent Dr S. Appala Naidu has been named principal of the government medical college in Srikakulam.
Super Six Super Hit meet on September 10 on the outskirts of Anantapur
Nearly 3.5 lakh people are expected to attend the meeting with majority of them being women, Minister for Finance Payyavula Keshav said
Tight Security for Ganesha Idol Immersion in Anantapur
Authorities have issued strict guidelines to ensure smooth conduct of the festivities.
Anantapur Collector warns of fake Facebook account in his name
Naidu to address Super Six Super Hit public meeting in Anantapur in September
District officials begin groundwork to host Chief Ministers programme; suitable venue near city to be finalised soon
Jr NTR Fans Demand Apology from MLA Daggupati Venkateswara Prasad; Tension in Anantapur
Fans urged the partys high command to suspend the MLA Daggupati Venkateswara Prasad if he refused to apologise.
Mild tension prevails in Anantapur as Jr. NTRs fans try to lay a siege to MLAs office
They are furious as Anantapur Urban MLA Daggubati Venkateswara Prasad allegedly makes derogatory remarks against their screen idol; police use mild force to disperse the fans
Swarna AndhraSwachh Andhra drive focuses on Monsoon Hygiene
Collectors in Anantapur, Nandyal, and Kurnool lead rallies, cleanliness drives, and awareness campaigns to promote safe and hygienic practices among the public
YSRC Lambasts Naidu Government for Denying Pensions to Eligible
YSRC Anantapur district president Ananta Venkatarami Reddy accused the state government of cheating genuine beneficiaries
Jr NTR Fans Demand Public Apology from TDP MLA
Protests initially broke out in Anantapur, with fans attempting to hold press meets in multiple cities.
Collector urges youth, students to make best use of RTIH at Anantapur
Two chain snatchers arrested; stolen gold ornaments worth 4 lakh recovered in Anantapur
Andhra CM inaugurates Ratan Tata Innovation Hubs
Amaravati: Andhra Pradesh Chief Minister N Chandrababu Naidu on Wednesday inaugurated Ratan Tata Innovation Hubs (RTIHs) at Amaravati and five more centres in the state. The CM was accompanied by Tata Group chairman N Chandrasekaran and other officials. CM Naidu inaugurated the RTIH zonal centres of Visakhapatnam, Rajahmundry, Vijayawada, Anantapur and Tirupati virtually from the 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 .
Naidu to launch Ratan Tata Innovation Hub in Anantapur on August 20

