Congress MP Mallu Ravi slams KTR over people will revolt remark
HYDERABAD: Hitting out at BRS working president KT Rama Rao for claiming that people would revolt against the Congress government, MP Mallu Ravi on Friday said that the pink party is now in Opposition because Telangana people have already revolted against it in a big way. Speaking to the media at Gandhi Bhavan here, the parliamentarian from Nagarkurnool lambasted the BRS, stating it didnt even honour its responsibility as the Opposition in the Assembly as its leader was largely confined to his farmhouse. Stating that the Congress government is implementing better schemes than the previous BRS regime, Ravi sought to know why people would revolt against the state as claimed by Rama Rao. He said that Chief Minister A Revanth Reddy is finding a solution to address inequalities in society. He said that the CM has improved educational, health, and employment opportunities by conducting a caste survey. He alleged that former CM K Chandrasekhar Raos family amassed massive wealth by making a false promise of turning the state into Bangaru Telangana.
Greenko project in Kurnool is a sustainable energy model, says Union Minister
Pralhad Joshi stresses the importance of sustaining Indias climate and energy security objectives
Greenko project in Kurnool is a sustainable energy model, says Union Minister
Pralhad Joshi stresses the importance of sustaining Indias climate and energy security objectives
AP's district Kurnool reels under labour migration crisis due to chronic water crisis
KURNOOL: Kurnool district continues to face a severe labour migration crisis, with over thousands of families reportedly migrating each year to cities such as Guntur, Hyderabad, Bengaluru, Bellary, and Vijayawada in search of livelihood. The Officials and local leaders attribute this trend to chronic water scarcity and insufficient irrigation infrastructure, particularly in drought-prone mandals like Adoni, Kodumur, Pattikonda, Alur, Mantralayam, Yemmiganur and Panyam. Due to scanty rainfall and limited local employment opportunities, villagers are often compelled to leave their homes throughout the year. The situation is particularly dire in rural areas, where agriculture and daily living are deeply impacted by the lack of access to drinking and irrigation water. The Handri-Neeva Sujala Sravanthi (HNSS) canal is considered a critical solution, but experts say the existing structure lacks necessary sluices and field channels to effectively serve nearby communities. The canal irrigates under 30,000 acresfar below its designed capacity of 80,000 acres. Without immediate infrastructure upgrades, including sluices, distress migration is expected to persist. MLAs from the affected assembly constituencies raised the issue at the recent District Review Committee (DRC) meeting, demanding the urgent construction of sluices along various channels of the HNSS canal. The widening of the canalunderway at a cost of Rs 680 crore is expected to increase its carrying capacity from 1,680 to 3,850 cusecs within 30 days. While speaking to TNIE, Pathikonda MLA Shyam Babu said, Ongoing works are very speedy so there is urgent need for water infrastructure like construction of sluices along with various channels during the widening works to curb labour migration in Kurnool District. A formal proposal at the DRC meeting identifies 18 locations for sluices, benefiting several villages and irrigating thousands of acres in the district.
Youth held for obscene posts targeting Andhra Dy CM, son
GUNTUR: Guntur district police arrested a 21-year-old man from Kurnool for posting obscene and derogatory content on social media targeting Andhra Pradesh Deputy Chief Minister Konidela Pawan Kalyan and his son. The arrest, made on April 15, followed a complaint lodged on April 9 at Prathipadu Police Station, triggering a swift cyber investigation and drawing attention to rising online abuse during the post-election climate. Addressing the media, Guntur Superintendent of Police (SP) Satish Kumar said the accused, identified as Puttapasham Raghu alias Pushparaj, a mobile technician from Gudur village, was booked under Sections 353(1), 196(1), 294(2), 296, 75, and 79 of the Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita and Section 67 of the IT Act, 2000-2008. The complaint stemmed from a vulgar post made on the social platform X from the handle AA Ne naa loakm. The post included an offensive caption alongside a photo of Pawan Kalyan and his son, Mark Shankar. Cyber forensic tools helped trace the post to Raghu, who admitted to targeting the Mega Family out of frustration, citing online clashes during the 2024 Assembly elections, when his favourite actor Allu Arjun supported a YSRCP candidate. Raghu confessed to creating fake accounts to troll fans of Pawan Kalyan and, on April 8, posted the content amid rumours about a fire at the Singapore school attended by the Deputy CMs son. SP Satish Kumar condemned the misuse of digital platforms, stating, Freedom of speech is not a license for vulgarity or defamation. Offenders will face serious legal consequences.
Former Rajya Sabha member partcipates in Rathotsavam in Kurnool
Telangana: KGBV Nagarkurnool students demand removal of inhuman English teacher
Hyderabad: The students of Kasturba Gandhi Balika Vidyalaya (KGBV) in Nagarkurnool have been protesting against their English teacher for the past few days, demanding her suspension over alleged inhuman treatment. The girl students claim that their teacher, Kalyani, has been subjecting them to harsh punishments and venting her anger on them without provocation. Even if 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 .
Four YSRCP supporters held for attack on Kurnool TDP office
The four accused entered the TDP office behind the DMart store on April 13 and attacked the TDP supporters there with sickles and knives.
Rich tributes paid to Dr. Ambedkar in Kurnool, Nandyal and Anantapur districts
Ministers, MPs and Collectors participate actively in the Ambedkar Jayanthi celebrations held across the three districts, lionise the Father of the Indian Constitution as the champion of social justice and equal rights
Government will support women in becoming industrialists: Bharath
Industries and Commerce Minister appreciates voluntary organisations which came forward to train women in preparing millet-based products at pauSHEtik, a women entrepreneurship development programme in millet-based baking, held in Kurnool
What is Laser-Directed Energy Weapon? How does DRDO-developed Star Wars threaten China, Pakistan?
The DRDO carried out the trial of Laser Directed Energy Weapon (DEW) at the National Open Air Range, Kurnool in Andhra Pradesh. The Star War like system was developed by its Centre for High Energy Systems and Sciences (CHESS), Hyderabad.
SLBC rescue operations continue on 50th day
HYDERABAD: The rescue operations at the Srisailam Left Bank Canal (SLBC) tunnel continued on the 50th day on Sunday. Out of the eight workers trapped inside the tunnel on February 22, officials have retrieved two bodies so far. The rescue efforts for the remaining six workers are continuing. Special Officer L Shiva Shankar said on Sunday that the boulders located in the tunnel were being transported outside with the help of an excavator and a loco train. He held a review meeting at Domalapenta village in Amrabad mandal, Nagarkurnool district. Speaking to the media later, Shankar said that the rescue teams have been involved in the operations continuously over the last 51 days. The tunnel boring machine cutting, pumping of water, and transporting steel and other debris outside the tunnel is ongoing. The path leading to the accident spot was being cleared on a war footing, he said, and added that every minute detail of the rescue operations is being discussed with experts on a daily basis. Officials of Singareni Collieries Company Limited, representatives of JP Associates and others were present during the meeting.
Andhra Pradesh aims to be drone capital of India with Orvakal hub
VIJAYAWADA: The Andhra Pradesh government, under Chief Minister N Chandrababu Naidu, has launched an ambitious initiative to position the State as the Drone Capital of India and a global hub for drone technology. Through a series of strategic programmes led by the Andhra Pradesh Drone Corporation (APDC), the State aims to foster innovation, attract investments, and integrate drone applications across various sectors. A key deadline for participation, including investment proposals and project submissions, is set for April 21, 2025. At the heart of this push is the proposed Drone City in Orvakal of Kurnool district. Spanning 300 acres, the project is being developed as one of the most advanced drone hubs in the world. Land acquisition and master plan are complete, and the government has issued an Expression of Interest to attract investors to this purpose-built ecosystem, which will include manufacturing zones, testing facilities, and import-export infrastructure. The APDC is leading the effort by inviting startups, industry leaders, and innovators to submit use case proposals for drone applications. The corporation has already identified more than 100 practical use cases, and is now expanding its scope to explore new possibilities in agriculture, irrigation, mining, municipal services, and more. To further support the ecosystem, the State is also launching the Andhra Pradesh Drone Mart portal, a digital marketplace connecting drone service providers with clients across government, industry, and the public. Multiple departmentsincluding Revenue, Agriculture, Forest, Roads and Buildings, and Panchayati Rajhave begun integrating drone services into their operations, setting a precedent for wide-scale adoption across governance. For proposal submissions or more information, interested parties can visit www.apsfl.in/notifications.php (http://www.apsfl.in/notifications.php) or contact +91 79955 11440 via WhatsApp.
Andhra government to promote 11 major crops as Growth Engines
VIJAYAWADA: The Andhra Pradesh government has unveiled an ambitious plan to promote 11 key agricultural crops as Growth Engines to increase farmers income, regulate crop production, and boost productivity. This initiative, highlighted in the recent Agriculture Budget presented by Agriculture Minister K Atchannaidu in the State Assembly, aligns with the States vision of achieving a USD 2.4 trillion economy by 2047 under the Swarna Andhra @2047 framework. The strategy emphasises farmers and agri-tech as one of the 10 guiding principles to drive a 15% annual growth rate, focusing on increasing the productivity of these crops and expanding natural farming. The 11 crops identified for promotion include cereals (maize, jowar, paddy and millets), pulses (black gram, red gram and bengal gram), oilseeds (groundnut and sesame), fibre (cotton), and commercial crops (tobacco). According to senior officials from the Agriculture Department, these crops cater to diverse needsfood for human consumption, feed and fodder for animal husbandry, and fuel, particularly bio-ethanol. The growing demand for ethanol, driven by Indias push for 20% blending in fuel, has spotlighted maize and sugarcane as critical feedstocks. While molasses from sugarcane is a traditional source for ethanol, the government is now encouraging maize-based ethanol production to meet the target, given its lower water consumption and cost-effectiveness. Nationally, achieving 20% ethanol blending requires approximately 165 lakh metric tonnes of foodgrains. Globally, maize is a preferred feedstock for ethanol due to its efficiency, but in India, its use remains limited. Most grain-based distilleries rely on damaged food grains (DFG) like broken rice or rice from the Food Corporation of India (FCI). Promoting maize for ethanol production could address this gap, ensuring feedstock security without over-relying on a single crop. Additionally, maize-based ethanol is more economical, and environmentally sustainable, requiring less water than other crops like paddy. By linking maize to ethanol production, the government aims to create a steady demand, ensuring better prices and encouraging farmers to cultivate this water-efficient crop. This approach not only benefits farmers but also supports distilleries by guaranteeing feedstock availability, fostering a win-win scenario. Moreover, increased maize cultivation could contribute to water conservation, given its lower requirement compared to paddy. Paddy remains the most cultivated and consumed crop in Andhra Pradesh, with farmers favouring medium slender varieties like Kurnool Sona Masoori, RNR, and Samba Masoori due to local demand. However, the Agriculture Department is now promoting the 1010 paddy varietya 6 mm grain with significant export potential, particularly in African markets. Although this variety is less preferred locally, its global demand could open new income streams for farmers. In the pulses sector, domestic demand outstrips supply, necessitating imports. The governments focus on black gram, red gram, and bengal gram aims to bridge this gap. Groundnut, a staple in Rayalaseema, particularly Anantapur, remains a preferred choice for edible oil, while sesame is gaining traction due to rising demand. Cotton, especially extra-long staple varieties like Egyptian cotton, is also being prioritised, with measures to ensure quality during packaging and ginning to meet export standards. Agriculture Department Director S Dilli Rao emphasised that the initiative seeks to maximise farmers income with minimal inputs.
TDP will recognise services of those who work hard for party, says Bharath
The Industries and Commerce Minister was participating in a function organised at the Zilla Parishad office in Kurnool to felicitate B.T. Naidu, who was nominated as TDP MLC for the second time.
Seven from undivided Kurnool and Anantapur districts make their way to YSRCPs PAC
YSRCP State Coordinator Sajjala Ramakrishna Reddy has been appointed as the Coordinator of the Political Advisory Committee
PGRS cancelled in Kurnool district on April 14
Kurnool Municipal Corporation nets property tax of 5.5 crore in just 12 days
Officials expect a good collection following the governments offer of 5% discount on property tax paid for the year
Phone thief held at Langer Houz, 105 mobiles recovered
Hyderabad: A phone thief who operated in public transport buses was arrested by the Langer Houz police and 105 mobile phones were seized from him on Friday, April 11. Yerukala Kavadi Ashok, 30, a resident of Siddipet and native of the Kurnool district, frequently visited the city and moved around in crowded RTC buses. On 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 .
Phules 199th birth anniversary observed in Kurnool
Andhra SIPB clears Rs 30k crore worth proposals, to create 32,133 jobs
VIJAYAWADA: The fifth State Investment Promotion Board (SIPB) meeting held under the chairmanship of Chief Minister N Chandrababu Naidu at the State Secretariat on Thursday cleared investment proposals to the tune of Rs 30,667 crore. The SIPB meeting approved investments by 17 organisations in sectors like I and C, food processing, IT and energy to create 32,133 jobs. During all the five meetings held so far after the formation of the coalition government, investment proposals to the tune of Rs 4,70,879 crore related to 57 firms were cleared. A total of 4,16,688 jobs will be provided. While only five SIPB meetings were conducted in the five years tenure of the previous YSRC regime, the coalition government conducted five SIPB meetings in less than a year. Speaking on the occasion, the CM made it clear that investments taking shape at ground-level is as important as investments coming to the State. The CM told the officials that the respective industries launching production on time is very important and made it clear to the officials that when a project is approved it is necessary to take the details from them on the date of starting production and the phase-wise progress of such projects should be closely monitored. The CM directed the officials to provide the details in the next SIPB meeting on how many companies have launched production till and how many jobs have been created. Naidu also directed the officials to create a portal with the details on which organisation has provided how many jobs and to whom. Minister for Education, IT and Electronics Nara Lokesh, made an appeal to the Chief Minister to allot lands to IT companies at nominal price which, he said will provide an opportunity to attract more IT companies to the State. New investments set to strengthen AP economy The Chief Minister said that the necessary IT policy be amended for this purpose. The investment proposals approved by the SIPB include Maa Mahamaya Industries Limited, Vizianagaram district with an investment of Rs 2,063 crore to generate 1,000 jobs, Premier Energies Limited at MP SEZ, Naidupet with Rs 4,200 crore investment to provide 1,500 jobs, LG Vendors at Sri City of Tirupati district with Rs 839 crore investment to give jobs to 692 persons, Urla Clusters Private Limited to invest Rs 5,278 crore generating employment to 2,500 persons in Visakhapatnam, Tata Consultancy Services at Visakhapatnam to invest Rs 1,370 crore and generate 12,000 jobs, Chinta Green Energy Private limited to invest Rs 7,000 crore and 2,450 crore in Sri Sathya Sai and Anantapur districts respectively, Renew Vikram Sakthi Limited to invest Rs 3,000 crore in Anantapur district, JSW Neo Energy Limited to invest Rs 660 crore to provide employment to 110 persons in Kurnool district. Investment proposals of some more companies also got the nod of the SIPB.
Heat waves forecast for 17 mandals across AP on Thursday
The maximum temperature was recorded at 40.8 degrees Celsius in Ulindakonda of Kurnool district
Actions ordered for misusing police vehicle
The circle inspector (CI) of Nagarkurnool on Wednesday lodged a complaint with his senior officers seeking action against people who misused a police vehicle a video of which went viral on social media.
Video: Nagarkurnool sub inspectors grandson misuses police vehicle for reel
Hyderabad: A complaint has been filed against the illegal use of a police vehicle to make reels after a video from Nagarkurnool surfaced on social media on Wednesday, April 9. The video, reportedly shot in Egalapenta in Amrabad mandal, shows the vehicle being driven by a few youngsters. According to the reports, these men are 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 .
Telangana to roll out slot booking system for property registration
HYDERABAD: The state government will introduce major reforms in the registration department with the objective of providing more efficient and transparent services to citizens. As part of this, a slot booking system will be rolled out on April 10 for registrations at Sub-Registrar Offices (SROs) and Registrar Offices (ROs), in a phased manner, for non-agriculture immovable properties and related documents. Revenue Minister Ponguleti Srinivasa Reddy said on Tuesday that the working hours have been divided into 48 slots for the convenience of applicants and to avoid overcrowding. The minister also stated that, to curb the menace of double registrations, the government will amend the relevant provisions in the Registration Act. Each registration will be completed in just 10 to 15 minutes under the new system, which will be launched in phases across the state. However, applicants without a slot booking can still appear for registration in case of emergencies, between 5 pm and 6 pm on working days. Applicants can directly book their slots through the website registration.telangana.gov.in by selecting a suitable time and date. In the first phase, the new system will be launched in 24 out of a total of 144 SROs. These 24 SROs are Azampura, Chikkadpally, Sangareddy, Sadashivpet, Quthbullapur, Vallabhnagar, Shamshabad, Saroornagar, Champapet, Peddapalli, Ramagundam, Kusumanchi, Khammam (RO), Medchal (RO), Mahabubnagar (RO), Jagtial, Nirmal, Warangal Fort, Warangal Rural, Kothagudem, Armoor, Bhuvanagiri, Choutuppal and Nagarkurnool. Staff to be increased Recognising the workload in some of the rapidly urbanising regions, the government has also decided to increase staff. For instance, at Medchal and Quthbullapur registration offices, where there is heavy workload, the government has decided to appoint two additional sub-registrars to manage the rush. The number of slots in Medchal and Quthbullapur has been increased to 144. Additionally, the government will reorganise the work of SROs to balance and equally distribute the workload. For example, the Champapet and Saroornagar SROs will be linked to facilitate registrations and save applicants time. The modernisation initiative also includes enabling applicants to draft their documents. The revenue minister said a module will be introduced on the registration departments website to allow applicants to draft their own documents. Initially, this facility will be available for sale deeds and will be optional. This is expected to reduce dependence on document writers. Furthermore, the government has introduced e-signing of documents to eliminate the time-consuming process of obtaining physical signatures from witnesses and parties to the registration. This service is expected to be available by the end of this month. Applicants can now draft their own documents The modernisation initiative also includes enabling applicants to draft their documents. Revenue Minister Ponguleti Srinivasa Reddy said a module will be introduced on the registration departments website to allow applicants to draft their own documents. Initially, this facility will be available for sale deeds and will be optional. This is expected to reduce dependence on document writers. Furthermore, the government has introduced e-signing of documents to eliminate the time-consuming process of obtaining physical signatures from witnesses and parties to the registration. This service is expected to be available by the end of this month.
Juvenile Delinquency Raises Alarm in Kurnool
experts warn that unsupervised children and nuclear family structures are contributing to the troubling trend.
Rayalaseema will become Ratanala Seema after completion of Handri-Neeva canal, says Nimmala
Water Resources inspects the canal expansion works at Pathikonda in Kurnool district on Tuesday
Will make Kurnool GGH on par with corporate hospital by 2029, says Minister Bharath
Industries and Commerce Minister, in the presence of District Collector and other hospital authorities, inaugurates new 2D Echo Colour Doppler machine in the cardiology department of the GGH
Telangana: Student attempts suicide in govt school in Nagarkurnool
Hyderabad: A class nine student attempted suicide at a government school in Telanganas Nagarkurnool district on Monday, April 7, after being punished by a teacher. The incident occurred at the Kasturba Gandhi Government School in Nagarkurnool, where the student was made to stand in the sun for three hours. The student was reportedly punished by 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 .
Mega Global Medicity in Amaravati to transform health infrastructure in Andhra
VIJAYAWADA: Chief Minister N Chandrababu Naidu has positioned the ambitious Mega Global Medicity Project in Amaravati as the flagship of a sweeping health transformation across the State, unveiling an extensive health strategy during a detailed media presentation at the Secretariat on Monday. This landmark initiative, driven by a Public-Private Partnership (PPP) model, will see the development of a 200-acre health hub in the capital, with 100 acres dedicated to cutting-edge healthcare services, 40 acres for residential zones, 40 acres for commercial development, and 20 acres for service infrastructure. Aligned with the Centres vision to establish 25 medicities nationwide, the project is poised to elevate health tourism and infrastructure standards. The Health Department and the CRDA are collaborating closely to bring this vision to life with Naidu engaging the Centre to ensure its success. He emphasised that adopting healthier lifestyles is key to well-being, urging daily 30-minute walk, regular exercise, yoga and meditation to reduce stress, and improve health outcomes. He highlighted yogas global recognition as Indias heritage practice, and called for abandoning tobacco, drugs and alcohol to curb cancer, liver and kidney diseases. He advocated shifting from junk food and polished rice to millets, unpolished rice, fibre-rich diet, and vegetables, recommending a family of four limit salt to 600 grams, oil to 2 litres, and sugar to under 3 kg a month to avoid health risks. A 40 per cent reduction in salt intake could slash heart attack rate, he noted, citing Keralas sugar-free school meals and Tamil Nadus free glucose test strips as examples. The State has also distributed clean cookstoves to Anganwadi centres and draws inspiration from Singapores dengue-proof housing model using mosquito-repellent paint. Addressing district-wise health challenges, Naidu presented data from the past five years, revealing that hypertension and heart issues dominate in East Godavari, Visakhapatnam and Guntur, while lifestyle diseases prevail in Krishna, Chittoor and Nellore. Pollution and smoking drive asthma and COPD cases in Prakasam, Kurnool and Anantapur, and vector-borne diseases like TB, dengue and malaria are rampant in Srikakulam, Vizianagaram and Kadapa. Toxins in water affect Prakasam, Nellore and Chittoor, while tobacco-related cancers (cervical, breast and oral) and anaemia are high in Guntur, Krishna, Visakhapatnam, Vizianagaram, Srikakulam and Anantapur. Alcohol-related illnesses and mental health issues peak in Visakhapatnam, Vijayawada and Kadapa, while rainy-season diseases and road accident deaths are more in Alluri Sitarama Raju, East Godavari, Krishna, Chittoor and Tirupati, he explained. To tackle these, Naidu outlined a comprehensive strategy. The State aims to complete screenings by June, digitising records via Ayushman Bharat, where 88% of the population is already enrolled.
Leaders slam Waqf Act, call it unconstitutional at Kurnool meet
Kurnool speakers cite legal flaws in Waqf Act, say it poses a threat to minority rights; vow phased protests for its repeal
Minister Ramanaidu to attend Kurnool DRC meet on April 8
APSRTC to roll out 1,050 e-buses across 11 cities
VIJAYAWADA: The Andhra Pradesh State Road Transport Corporation (APSRTC) is gearing up to replace its aging diesel fleet with battery-operated buses by developing essential infrastructure across 12 bus depots. As part of the Central governments PM e-Bus Sewa scheme, 11 cities in Andhra Pradesh have been selected for the rollout of 1,050 electric buses aimed at reducing urban pollution and modernising public transport. The buses, to be deployed under a Public-Private Partnership (PPP) model, are expected to arrive within the next three months. Under the scheme, cities including Amaravati, Vijayawada, Visakhapatnam, Rajamahendravaram, Guntur, Nellore, Kakinada, Kadapa, Anantapur, Tirupati, and Kurnool will receive the electric fleet. Visakhapatnam, Vijayawada, Guntur, and Nellore cities are set to receive 100 buses each, while 50 buses will be allotted to the remaining cities. In preparation, APSRTC is constructing substations and installing charging stations at each depot. APSRTC Staff, unions raise concerns over free bus travel scheme for women Capacity building and infrastructure development are underway to meet the charging demands of the electric fleet, said APSRTC Chairman Konakalla Narayana Rao. Konakalla Narayana Rao added that new staff would be recruited and trained specifically for operating and maintaining electric buses. The contract for operating the electric buses was awarded to Pune-based Pinnacle Mobility Solutions. Two models9-meter and 12-meter buseswill be introduced, with APSRTC paying Rs 62.17 per kilometre for the shorter model and Rs 72.55 per kilometre for the longer one. This is a major step in phasing out old, polluting diesel buses and moving toward a cleaner, more efficient public transport system, Narayana Rao said. The initiative aligns with the States broader goals of sustainable urban development, while also creating employment opportunities and improving air quality in Andhra Pradeshs urban centres.
Fraudsters target trade licence fee payers in Kurnool
Municipal officials had recently made public that the Kurnool Municipal Corporation (KMC) had collected about 72 crore in property taxes.
Action plan set for MGNREGA works in Kurnool
District administration has decided to construct 8,500 farm ponds with a cost of 54 crore, providing 12 lakh work days to the workers
Traders cautioned against imposters collecting licence fees
Traders have been receiving phone calls asking them to pay the trade licence fee to online accounts, Commissioner Kurnool Municipal Corporation said
Cordon and search operation conducted in Kurnool city
Searches were conducted in the residences of history-sheeters and trouble mongers and a foot patrol was conducted in the colony, police officials said
Rain brings relief, but lightning kills boy in Kurnool
VISAKHAPATNAM: Several parts of Andhra Pradesh, including Rayalaseema districts and Vijayawada, received rainfall on Thursday, offering temporary relief from the summer heat. The showers brought slight temperature drops, but the rainfall was scattered and brief. In Kurnool district, a 15-year-old boy, Ravi, was killed by lightning in Kandanati village, Yemmiganur mandal. He was working in the fields with his parents when the incident occurred. According to Andhra Pradesh State Disaster Management Authority (APSDMA), the highest rainfall recorded by 6 pm on Thursday was 68.9 mm in Peda Avutapalli, Krishna district, followed by 65.2 mm in Sanikavaram, Prakasam district. Erragondapalem (62 mm), Mulakalacheruvu (57.7 mm), Perusomala (43.2 mm), and Atkuru (39 mm) also recorded significant rainfall. APSDMA Managing Director Ronanki Kurmanath stated that variable weather would persist over the next two days, with thunderstorms and lightning in some areas. Farmers and the public were advised to remain cautious. For Friday, light to moderate rainfall is expected in several districts, while moderate to heavy rainfall is likely in parts of coastal Andhra on Saturday. Meanwhile, Kamalapuram (39.9C), Allagadda (39.8C), and other locations recorded high temperatures.
Andhra Pradesh govt. notifies bird flu outbreak in six districts
The officials had ordered culling of lakhs of broiler and layer birds and also backyard poultry in West Godavari, East Godavari, Kurnool, Eluru, NTR and Kakinada districts
5 MBBS students suspended for ragging in Nagarkurnool
Five MBBS students suspended for ragging junior
Horticulture officials assessing losses incurred due to damages to banana plantations
Three medical students suspended for ragging in Telangana
Hyderabad: Three medical students were suspended on Wednesday, April 2, for their alleged involvement in ragging in Telanganas Nagarkurnool. The incident occurred at the Nagarkurnool Government Medical College. Based on an inquiry, the anti-ragging committee found Lokesh, Harshvardhan and Himavardhan guilty of ragging. While Lokesh was suspended for three months from the college and hostel, 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 .
In a meeting with Civil Aviation Minister Rammohan Naidu, he seeks a flight between Kurnool and Vijayawada
Kurnool police trace two missing children, hand them over to parents
After having dinner on Tuesday night, the two kids went out of the apartment to play and lost their way
Seven held for sexual assault of woman near temple in Nagarkurnool
Women Raped Near Telangana Temple, Husband Tied To Tree, 7 Held: Cops
Seven persons were arrested for allegedly raping a woman in Nagarkurnool district of Telangana, police said on Tuesday.
Seethakka asks police to take stern action against those involved in two rape cases
Seethakka spoke to police officers and enquired about incidents in Nagarkurnool and Pahadisherif
Woman gang raped near temple in Nagarkurnool district
The police identified 7 people in the case
Panchanga Shravanam observed at Dargah in Kurnool
A unique tradition upheld for over 3.5 centuries
Kurnool Civic Body Achieves a Record 74% Tax Collection
Last year, tax collection stood at 62%, but this year, officials set a record by collecting Rs 77 crore.
Kurnool to Get Two Key Projects Soon: T.G. Bharath
As part of the Ugadi celebrations, 11 people were honoured with Ugadi Puraskaram. A Kavi Sammelanam and Panchanga Shravana were organised, with District Collector Ranjit Basha and senior officials also present.
Kurnool administration to rope in SHGs to set up water kiosks in villages
Medical and health department officials instructed to make ORS packets, IV fluids, and necessary medicines available at all PHCs and CHCs
SLBC Tunnel collapse: Search operation underway to locate trapped persons
Nagarkurnool: The search operation to locate six persons who remained untraced in the partially collapsed SLBC project tunnel for over a month was being carried out with daily targets, a senior official said on Saturday. The rescue personnel have taken out an engine of a loco train from the debris at the accident site inside 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 .
PGRS cancelled on March 31 in Kurnool
MBBS student ragged by seniors at Nagarkurnool govt medical college
Hyderabad: In an alleged case of ragging reported from Nagarkurnool, a student pursuing his first-year MBBS program at Government Medical College in Nagarkurnool was reportedly attacked and blackmailed by his seniors. The student lodged a complaint with the police alleging that his seniors had ragged and thrashed him with a belt when he resisted it. 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 .
Minister Bharath to meet Kurnool residents today
RECPDCL handovers SPVs of transmission projects to IndiGrid, Power Grid
Excelsior Correspondent JAMMU, Mar 25: REC Power Development and Consultancy Limited (RECPDCL), a wholly owned subsidiary of REC Limited, the Maharatna CPSU under the aegis of Ministry of Power, handed over three project specific SPV (Special Purpose Vehicle) of ISTS Transmission Project under TBCB route viz. Banaskantha Transco Limited, Kurnool-IV Transmission Limited & Rajasthan V Power Transmission Limited to Power Grid Corporation of India Limited at Gurugram today. A handout issued by the organisation said RECPDCL also handed over project [] The post RECPDCL handovers SPVs of transmission projects to IndiGrid, Power Grid appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
Banned plastic bags still abundant in Kurnool markets
Kurnool city produces approximately 150 tonnes of waste every day. Municipal staff estimate about 30 per cent of these are plastic materials.
Kurnool City Mayor may face no-confidence move
By the end of March, Kurnool City Mayor will complete four years in office, making a no-confidence motion possible.
SSC student assaults two SC residential hostel inmates in Kurnool district
District Collector suspends the hostel warden for negligence
Kurnool Joint Collector Distributes Laptops, Mobiles to Students
She encouraged the beneficiaries, particularly students, to enhance their skills through professional courses and build a successful future.
SLBC tunnel collapse: Search operations underway at rapid pace
Hyderabad: The search operation to locate the remaining seven persons trapped inside the partially collapsed Srisailam Left Bank Canal (SLBC) tunnel in Nagarkurnooldistrict was underway at a rapid pace on Sunday, March 23, officials said. The process of dewatering and removal of soil was going on continuously at the D1, D2 spots identified for possible 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 .
SLBC Tunnel collapse: Telangana govt sanctions Rs 5 cr for rescue ops
Hyderabad: A month after the SLBC Tunnel collapse in Nagarkurnool, the Telangana government on Saturday, March 22 sanctioned Rs 5 crore for the rescue operation. Telangana Revenue (Disaster Management) issued orders to this effect following a request of the Nagarkurnool district collector, the government has directed the Finance Department to sanction these funds. The government 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 .
AP to Have 1.55 Lakh Farm Ponds by May for Storing Water, Says Pawan Kalyan
The Deputy CM announced Rs 50 lakh from his personal trust for developing the Konidela village in Kurnool district. He said he will soon visit the Konidela area for two days to address local issues.
Father and three sons among five held in murder of TDP leaders father in Kurnool
Murder the result of a long-standing rivalry between two families and the deceased was the father of the 30th Division Corporator, says Kurnool SP
SSC exams conducted smoothly in Anantapur, Chittoor and Kurnool districts
Of the 135 examination centres in Anantapur district, 30,537 students attended it while 325 were absent, says Collector
8,500 farm ponds will be constructed in Kurnool district, says Collector
Ponds to be constructed under the NREGA scheme and Deputy Chief Minister Pawan Kalyan will kick off the the initiative by visiting Kurnool on March 22
Intermediate student dies by suicide in Miyapur, feared poor exam performance
Hyderabad: A 17-year-old intermediate student died by suicide at her residence in Miyapur, reportedly distressed over her exam performance. Suma, who was staying in a hostel in Pattikonda, Kurnool district, had recently appeared for her intermediate exams. She returned to her parents home in Miyapur a few days ago and appeared visibly upset. Her parents, 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 .
Factory workers at risk of accidents as Old Kurnool Road foot over bridge remains shut
Hyderabad: Factory workers heading to their workplace face the risk of road accidents at the Foot over Bridge on the Old Kurnool Road at Swapna Talkies junction which has been closed for the past few months due to a lack of security guards. The GHMC had set up the Foot over Bridge (FoB) at 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 .
Video: SLBC Tunnel collapse rescue operation enters 25th day
Hyderabad: The rescue operation to search the seven missing workers at the Srisailam Left Bank Canal (SLBC) tunnel in Nargarkurnool entered the 25th day on Tuesday, March 18. It is to be noted that eight workers were trapped inside the SLBC tunnel after it collapsed on February 22. Following the search operation one mans dead 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 .
Jagan shielding Avinash by eliminating witnesses: Somisetty
Telugu Desam leader and Kurnool Urban Development Authority (Kuda) chairman Somisetty Venkateswarlu has accused former chief minister Y.S. Jagan Mohan Reddy of protecting MP Y.S. Avinash Reddy by eliminating key witnesses in former minister Y.S. Vivekananda Reddy murder case.
Millet Cultivation and Processing Thrive in Kurnool, Nandyal
Cultivation of millets, their processing and sales are gaining momentum in the districts of Kurnool and Nandyal districts, thanks to both the state and Central governments promoting these grains.
Search for seven trapped workers in Telangana SLBC tunnel gains momentum
Nagarkurnool: The search operation to locate seven persons trapped inside the partially collapsed Srisailam Left Bank Canal (SLBC) since February 22 gathered pace with teams and equipment went inside the tunnel on Sunday, official sources said. An autonomous hydraulic-powered robot is being used to remove soil, along with equipment such as a 30 HP capacity 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 .
Ex-corporator beheaded in Kurnool
Ex-corporator Kosapogu Sanjanna was brutally killed in Kurnool; police suspect factional rivalry. Tensions rise as TD, YSRC clash over the incident
TDP leader murdered in Kurnool city
Kosapogu Sanjanna, a former Corporator, was waylaid and attacked near his home; his family members who went to his rescue also suffer injuries
Millet farming, trade gains momentum in Kurnool, Nandyal districts
Cultivation of millets, their processing and sales are gaining momentum in the districts of Kurnool and Nandyal districts, thanks to both the state and Central governments promoting these grains.
Tomato Processing Unit in Kurnool to Begin Production in Six Months: Bharath
The unit will process tomatoes into ketchup and handle mangoes and guavas in the off-season.
Tunnel collapse: Autonomous hydraulic powered robot deployed to speed up search
Nagarkurnool: An autonomous hydraulic powered robot equipped with special machinery, has been deployed to accelerate the search operation for seven persons trapped inside the partially collapsed SLBC tunnel here. The equipment includes a 30 HP capacity liquid ring vaccum pump and a vaccum tank machine, which are helpful in quick removal of soil and other 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 .
Mercury continues to rise in AP, Kurnool bakes at 41.2 C
Mercury continued to rise in Andhra Pradesh for the second day on Friday. At most places in the state, it went up by one to three degrees Celsius.
If men dress as women, its Holi in Santhe Kadlur
As per the centuries old lore, there had been a severe drought in the Santhe Kadlur region within the Adoni mandal of Kurnool district in Andhra Pradesh.
Telangana tunnel collapse: Search ops underway to locate seven missing persons
Nagarkurnool: The search operation to locate seven persons trapped inside the partially collapsed SLBC tunnel here continued at a rapid pace for the 21st day on Friday. The personnel of different organisations involved in the operation went inside the tunnel on Friday morning, taking the necessary equipment with them, an official release said. Rescue personnel 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 .
DPR on Gundrevula project expected by December: Water resources minister Nimmala
Water Resources Minister Nimmala Ramanaidu has announced that the Gundrevula Project, aimed at providing irrigation and drinking water to the drought-affected western regions of the Kurnool district, also including the Kurnool Municipal Corporation, would be implemented in phases.
Tunnelling can continue from Nalgonda side, says Ponnala
Former irrigation minister Ponnala Laxmaiah said that the work on the SLBC tunnel that ground to a halt following the February 22 accident in the inlet section of the tunnel in Nagarkurnool district, can be continued from the other end, the tunnels outlet section in Nalgonda district, once the rescue operations in the accident hit section are completed.
SLBC tunnel collapse: Search for trapped workers enters 19th day
Nagarkurnool: The search for seven people trapped inside the partially collapsed SLBC tunnel here continued for the 19th consecutive day on Wednesday, March 12, with intensified efforts. Rescue teams, including personnel from NDRF, state-run miner Singareni Collieries, rat miners and other agencies, entered the tunnel along with equipment on Wednesday morning in a renewed effort 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 .
Telangana tunnel collapse: Search for trapped workers enters 19th day
Nagarkurnool: The search for seven people trapped inside the partially collapsed SLBC tunnel here continued for the 19th consecutive day on Wednesday, with intensified efforts. Rescue teams including personnel from NDRF, state-run miner Singareni Collieries, rat miners and other agencies entered the tunnel along with equipment on Wednesday morning in a renewed effort to reach 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 .
Kurnool Court Grants Bail to Posani
Meanwhile, multiple cases have been registered against him in various parts of the state.
Kurnool Civic Body Adopts Gandhigiri for Tax Collection
With the financial year ending, the Kurnool Municipal Corporation has intensified efforts to collect dues from defaulters benefiting from municipal facilities.
Karnataka RTC Buses Claim Six Lives in Kurnool
Five people died at Pandavagal, and another at Chilakaladona
Telangana tunnel collapse: Robots join search operation
Nagarkurnool: Robots on Tuesday joined the operation to locate the seven persons who remain trapped inside the partially collapsed SLBC tunnel here since February 22. The team of a Hyderabad-based robotics company along with a robot went inside the tunnel Tuesday morning. 110 rescue personnel also went into the tunnel. The Telangana government has decided 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 .
Telangana tunnel tragedy: Intense efforts on to trace remaining 7 missing men
Hyderabad: Day after recovering one body from the debris, rescue teams continued intense efforts to search for the remaining seven people in the SLBC tunnel in Telanganas Nagarkurnool district on Monday. Rescue teams from various agencies were undertaking digging work at another point identified by the cadaver sniffer dog squad from Kerala. Rat miners from 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 .
