Compensation given to onion farmers from Kurnool, Kadapa
Onion farmers from the two districts suffered losses as they received low quality yield due to unfavourable seasonal conditions last year
Annual Police Sports Meet gets under way in Kadapa
Superintendent of Police inaugurates the three-day event by releasing balloons and pigeons
Tirupati sheds Gudur and embraces Kodur, while Kadapa gets back Rajampeta
The district reorganisation exercise has not only reshaped the eastern Rayalaseema districts, but also undone the anomalies left behind by the similar exercise taken up in 2022
Kadapa district ranks first twice in State in disposal of cases
Kadapa MP flays State governments treatment of Pulivendula constituency
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.
Four new waste-to-energy plants to come up in Andhra Pradesh, taking total to six
MoUs signed for projects at Nellore, Kakinada, Kadapa and Kurnool, with 57 MW capacity, as the State accelerates conversion of municipal waste into electricity under the PPP model
Jagans birthday celebrated in Kadapa district
Police dog Sonu helps solve murder in Kadapa
Havih, a Maxwell Biosciences Subsidiary, Announces Partnership with the Government of Andhra Pradesh
Havih Envirosciences, an Indian citizen-owned and operated life sciences company and subsidiary of Maxwell Biosciences, announced a strategic partnership with the Government of Andhra Pradesh to establish advanced pharmaceutical research and production capabilities in the state. The collaboration was formalized through an agreement with the Andhra Pradesh Centre for Advanced Research on Livestock Limited (APCARL) on November 21, 2025. Research and development of novel pharma IP could be a key component for a stronger pharma workforce in India Under the agreement, APCARL will provide Havih access to advanced R&D laboratories and underground Biosafety Level 4 (BSL-4) biocontainment facilities at its Pulivendula campus in YSR Kadapa district. Havih will develop and supply next-generation anti-infective medicines for early use within Andhra Pradesh, with manufacturing and export centered in India. "Prime Minister Modi's Viksit Bharat @ 2047 vision recognizes that long-term national growth depends on moving up the value chain toward high-margin innovation that creates globally competitive wages for India's people. India's economic growth has created momentum; the next phase requires branded pharmaceutical research, advanced IP creation and indigenous scientific leadership. Havih's partnership with the Government of Andhra Pradesh and APCARL directly advances that vision by building India-owned biocontainment research, first-in-class drug innovation and export-ready pharmaceutical IP. This collaboration is an investment in India's scientists, engineers and future innovators - and a practical step toward India's leadership in global health security," said Scotch McClure, Chairman of Havih Envirosciences. About Havih Envirosciences Havih Envirosciences Pvt. Ltd. is an Indian citizen-owned and operated life sciences and environmental health company focused on India-first innovation in advanced anti-infective medicines, biosafety solutions and environmental resilience technologies. Established to build indigenous scientific capability and high-value intellectual property, Havih serves as a platform for translating cutting-edge research into globally competitive products developed and manufactured in India. Havih's mission is to strengthen India's leadership in branded pharmaceutical research and development by enabling high-margin innovation, advanced containment research and workforce upskilling aligned with national priorities such as Viksit Bharat @ 2047 , Make in India and Atmanirbhar Bharat . The company emphasizes biosafety, biodefense and public-health preparedness while supporting international export markets from an India-based innovation core. Through strategic collaborations with government research institutions and global technology partners, Havih is building a next-generation R&D and production ecosystem designed to deliver durable economic value, globally relevant IP and higher-skilled, higher-wage scientific employment for India's growing workforce. About Maxwell Biosciences Maxwell Biosciences is a global health technology company pioneering a new category of immune-inspired small molecules called Claromers. Designed to mimic and enhance the body's natural defenses, Claromers destroy pathogenic bacteria, viruses, fungi and biofilms-without harming healthy cells or the microbiome. Originally developed for critical infectious diseases, Maxwell's technology is now entering commercial deployment across cosmetics, personal care, medical coatings and biodefense. Claromers require no refrigeration and are highly stable in even the harshest environments. Backed by a decade of research, a robust patent portfolio and leadership with deep expertise in science, military, AI and global health, Maxwell has active collaborative agreements with the US military and governments worldwide. FDA clinical trials are planned for 2026. Non-pharmaceutical commercialization is underway, with pilot access for select partners. Maxwell's AI-first platform enables rapid innovation against the rising threat of resistant pathogens, offering scalable, shelf-stable and microbiome-resilient solutions for a healthier planet. LinkedIn . Contacts Media press@maxwellbiosciences.com Investors investor.relations@maxwellbiosciences.com
UCIL donates drones to enhance policing in Kadapa
AP Govt Honours Cricketer Sricharani with Rs.2.5 Cr Cheque
The Chief Minister had announced a comprehensive incentive package to honour the Kadapa-born cricketer's contribution
AP Police Arrest YSRC Social Media Activist at Shamshabad Airport
Kadapa police produced the YSRC activist before the Kadapa court on Tuesday.
7th Class Student Tests Positive For Scrub Typhus In Kadapa
Kadapa district administration has issued an alert after a Class 7 student from a social welfare hostel in Sambepalli mandal tested positive for scrub typhus.
Paka Suresh elected as Kadapa Mayor
Vizag pollution 10 times WHO limit, Andhra Pradesh highway section unsafe: YSRCP MPs in Rajya Sabha
Two YSRCP members highlighted Visakhapatnam's severe air pollution, ranking among India's most polluted cities. They also pointed to the dangerous state of the Kadapa-Renigunta highway section. Urgent intervention is sought to address pollution and improve road safety for the public during ongoing construction projects.
Paka Suresh to be YSRC's Kadapa Mayor Nominee
The post has been vacant since former mayor Suresh Babu was disqualified over allegations of securing municipal contracts in the names of his family members
Kadapa Collector assures support to villages affected by uranium project
MLA conducts Praja Darbar in Kadapa district
Stage set for Kadapa Mayor election on December 11
UCIL To Acquire 450 Acres For Tail-Pond Expansion In Kadapa
The land acquisition process is expected to take around six months
Three bike lifters, including a minor, arrested in Kadapa; 18 stolen bikes recovered
Kadapa POCSO Court Awards Life Term To Rapist
Judge Praveen Kumar ordered the divisional railway manager of Guntakal to pay 10.50 lakh as compensation to the victim, while imposing a fine of 10,000 on the accused: Reports
Cyclone Ditwah Moves Closer To Tamil Nadu And Andhra Coasts, Heavy Rainfall Alert Issued
According to officials, the cyclone is likely to trigger heavy to very heavy rainfall in Chittoor and Tirupati districts. Moderate to heavy rainfall likely in Nellore, Kadapa
43 Heritage Bye-laws for over 50 monuments likely to be tabled in Parliament Winter Session
NEW DELHI: Drafts of at least 43 Heritage Bye-laws (HBLs) covering over 50 monuments readied by the National Monument Authority (NMA) are likely to be laid in Parliament during the winter session starting Monday. The documents will subsequently be put in the public domain to seek feedback. So far, 124 HBLs covering about 178 heritage sites have been placed before the both Houses of Parliament. (450) The drafts are approved in Parliament. In this session, we are planning to lay 43 HBLs covering 54 sites. The process, obviously, depends upon the session of Parliament. We have limited days; two days in a week. One day is for Lok Sabha, that is Monday, and Thursday is for Rajya Sabha. So, according to the business of Parliament, it is done, said an official, aware of the matter. The laws are to ensure that new construction and activities around protected sites comply with regulations for heritage conservation. The NMA prepares the draft bye-laws, and once approved by it, they are submitted to Parliament for their final endorsement. The drafts of monuments prepared this year include Triple shrined Temple of Bhavani (Ahmednagar, Maharashtra), Temple of Amriteshwar (Ahmednagar, Maharashtra), Fort and gateway excluding the ancient buildings and tomb of Bismillah Shah Wali (Kadapa District or YSR Kadapa District in Andhra Pradesh), Nahar Jharokha compound, Rupmati Pavilion, Baz Bahadurs Palace, Darya Khans Tomb, and Hathi Mahal (Dhar, Madhya Pradesh), Kailasanatha Swamy temple (Kanchipuram, Tamil Nadu), Bhimesvara temple (East Godavari, Andhra Pradesh), St Francis Church, Fort Kochi (Ernakulam, Kerala) and Fort including ancient temples (Jaisalmer, Rajasthan). To ensure speedy and transparent approval of construction and repair works in the vicinity of the protected historical sites, the NMA has expedited finalisation of HBLs for 141 monuments. The process is expected to be over within the next six months. Following the directions of the culture ministry to prioritise preparation of HBLs for monuments attracting the highest number of applications seeking permission for construction-related applications, the NMA identified 294 such heritage sites across the country. Out of the 294 identified monuments, bye laws of 151 are already completed, prepared or have been submitted before the Parliament. Most applications are received from Gujarat, Karnataka, Maharashtra, Tamil Nadu and Delhi, where rapid urbanisation is taking place. Fewer applications for approvals are from Bihar, Jharkhand, Chhattisgarh and parts of the northeast. As mandated by the Ancient Monuments and Archaeological Sites and Remains (AMASR) Act 2010, there should be separate bye-laws for all 3,693 heritage sites or monuments under the jurisdiction of ASI to regulate development and construction around protected monuments. These rules were to be framed by 2012. However, till January 2020, by-laws for only five monuments or sites were cleared and presented before the Parliament.
Cyclone Ditwah Intensifies Over Southwest Bay; Heavy Rains for South Coastal Andhra
The system, currently near Sri Lanka coast, is moving northwest and is likely to turn into a severe cyclonic storm, triggering heavy to very heavy rainfall across Nellore, Tirupati, Chittoor and Kadapa districts.
Cyclone Ditwah: 3 Districts in AP Get Flash Flood Warning
The officials issued flash flood warnings for Nellore, Chittoor and Kadapa districts. They said the winds were likely to gust at a speed of 50 km per hour along the coastal Andhra coast from today afternoon
Ten Students Fall Ill In Kadapa After Pesticide Contamination In School Meal
The dal had been preserved with these tablets, and the cook allegedly prepared the sambar without removing them, leading to contamination: Reports
Kadapa pensioner dies of heart attack after falling victim to digital arrest scare
Heavy rain likely in A.P. for three days from Nov. 29 as cyclone Ditwah forms over Bay
Red alert issued for Nov. 30 for Prakasam, SPSR Nellore, Y.S.R Kadapa, Annamayya, Tirupati and Chittoor districts as very heavy to scattered extremely heavy rainfall is likely in these places
Kadapa police return 702 recovered mobile phones to their owners
Legislative panel flags financial indiscipline in Kadapa institutions
AP CM to Deposit 3,077 Crore to 46.62 Lakh Farmers
This would be done during the CMs visit to Kamalapuram Assembly constituency in YSR Kadapa district on November 19
Government urged to safeguard nearly 1,200 acres of farmland submerged in Kadapa district
According to Andhra Pradesh Rythu Sangham State Committee, farmland belonging to 10 villages inundated after water from Brahma Sagar Reservoir entered Porumamilla tank
Nine arrested for drug peddling, over 23 kg ganja seized in Kadapa
RIMS police also seize 1,620 Tapedac 100 mg tablets worth nearly 1 lakh and two mobile phones from the accused
Inter-state digital arrest scam busted in Kadapa, 12 arrested
Kadapa MP seeks justice for cheated farmers
Andhra Govt Committed to Minority Welfare: Naidu
The NDA government is committed to the welfare of minorities, minority girls will receive free education up to intermediate (and) Haj buildings will be constructed in Kadapa and Vijayawada: Naidu
Kadapa Woman Dies In Roof Collapse Due To Quarry Blastings
Residents alleged that repeated explosions had caused cracks in several houses in the village, including Veerammas, and even damaged agricultural lands. They said the latest round of quarry blastings triggered the collapse that killed her.
Sri Chaitanya School Student Dies By Suicide In Hostel
Tense situation prevailed in Kadapa town on Monday after a Class 9 girl student studying at Sri Chaitanya School found dead in her hostel room in an apparent case of suicide
Lokesh lauds teacher for developing a school in Kadapa
It is commendable and inspiring that a single teacher beautified the school in Karanamvaripalli with the help of villagers. The school children will have a bright future with the efforts of the teacher, who has not only renovated the school but is also providing a comprehensive education, says education minister
Gandhotsavam begins at Kadapa Pedda Dargah
Andhra Pradesh offers bonanza for woman cricketer Shree Charani
Chief Minister Chandrababu Naidu announces cash award of 2.5 crore, 1,000 square yards of land in Kadapa and Group-1 job in recognition of her stellar performance and contribution to Indias historic World Cup victory
Kadapa artists birthday tribute to Virat Kohli
Police rescue Gurukul school student in Kadapa
Police found the 14-year-old boy safe near Gandi Anjaneya Swamy temple in Kadapa district, bringing an end to a four-day search
From Kadapa To The World Cup Extraordinary Journey Of Sri Charani
Sree Charani has emerged as a prominent name in Andhra Pradesh cricket circles. Her selection to the Indian womens team for the upcoming tri-nation tournament in Sri Lanka has brought her widespread recognition.
Venkaiah Naidu calls for preservation of native languages, literary heritage
Former Vice-President visits C.P. Brown Research Centre in Kadapa; lauds Janumaddi Hanumath Sastrys contributions and announces 5 lakh aid to the library
Cyclone Montha: preventive action pays dividend in Kadapa
Man held for killing father and his live-in partner in Kadapa district
House of 16th century Hindu saint collapses due to Cyclone Montha in Kadapa
Hailed as the Indian Nostradamus, Pothuluri Veerabrahmendra Swamy is known for his compilation of predictions Kalagnana Thathvam
Kadapa MLA predicts employment boost with proposed IT Park in district
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.
Reservoirs in Kadapa Near Full Capacity as Cyclone Rains Boost Inflows
Sources said 72 TMC ft of water is currently available in 13 irrigation projects in the erstwhile Kadapa district, against a full storage capacity of 83 TMC ft
A.P. officials told to be alert as red alerts to continue till October 23 morning
Marripadu records 89.5 mm rain; NDRF and SDRF teams stationed in Nellore, Prakasam, Kadapa and Tirupati districts, says Home Minister
AP on red alert: Low-pressure system likely to turn depression, heavy rain forecast
Red alerts have been issued for Prakasam, Nellore, Kadapa, Annamayya, Tirupati, and Chittoor districts, with forecasts of extremely heavy rainfall exceeding 20 cm in 24 hours
Red Alert in Parts of AP as Depression Over Bay of Bengal Intensifies
Heavy rains lash Nellore, Prakasam, Kadapa, and Tirupati districts; officials on high alert as the system may strengthen into a cyclone within 24 hours.
Two sub-inspectors suspended in Kadapa
Naidu Invited to Attend Ameen Peer Dargah Urs in Kadapa
The Urs festivities, which attract devotees from across the country, will be held from November 5 to 10.
Diploma Student Ends Life In Nellore
Uday Kiran from Porumamilla of Kadapa district was found hanging inside the college premises. According to reports, a digital tablet belonging to another student had gone missing, and Uday was allegedly reprimanded by a professor who suspected his involvement.
German Ambassador Appreciates Natural Farming Efforts in AP
Dr. Ackermann visited the Indo-German Global Academy for Agro Ecology Research and Learning (IGGAARL) located on the outskirts of Pulivendula town in Kadapa district on Wednesday.
Family of Three Dies by Suicide Under Goods Train in Kadapa
Tragic incident near Kadapa Railway Station as couple and their 18-month-old child end lives; police probing reasons behind the act
Murder convict gets life sentence in Kadapa
Fight In Ruling TD, Among Allies In Kadapa
Infighting in the Telugu Desam in Kadapa is hurting the morale of the party activists while bickering continues among the alliance partners in the region.
Task force team arrests 18 smugglers, seizes 16 red sanders logs in Kadapa district
The accused have been identified as residents of Tamil Nadu, say RSASTF personnel
Heavy Rains Batter Nandyal, Kadapa Districts
Heavy rains also lashed YSR Kadapa district on Thursday, flooding low-lying areas and disrupting normal life. Traffic came to a halt on the KhazipetKamalapuram road due to waterlogging.
Tough action will be taken against anti-social elements, says new Kadapa SP
Shelke Nachiketh Vishwanath, SP, Intelligence, has been transferred and posted as SP, Kadapa district; Suneel Sheoran, Group Commander, Greyhounds, Visakhapatnam, has been transferred and posted as SP, Nandyal district; Sathish Kumar, SP, Guntur (Urban), has been transferred and posted as SP, Sri Satya Sai district.
JP Nadda to Address BJP Saradhyam Meet in Vizag
BJP State President P.V.N. Madhav highlighted the success of the Saradhyam Yatra, which began in Kadapa and drew strong support across Andhra Pradesh.
New member inducted into Kadapa canine team
12,800 metric tonnes of urea available in Kadapa district, says Collector
