Kurnool SP tells police to tighten vigil after Maoists call for Bharat Bandh
Police personnel have been instructed to identify the stretches ridden with potholes and dangerous curves and carry out the necessary repairs
CI in Vivekananda Murder Case Dismissed from Service
Following the prolonged investigations into the case, Shankaraiah had been put under Vacancy Reserve in Kurnool range
Andhra Pradesh signs MoU for building Indias first Drone City in Kurnool
Andhra Pradesh is developing India's first Drone City in Kurnool. The state government has signed an agreement with aerpace Industries. This project aims to boost drone research, manufacturing, and testing. It will create a hub for advanced mobility solutions and defense UAVs. The initiative supports India's vision for technological advancement and sovereign capabilities in aerospace and unmanned systems.
Drug addict held for cultivating Ganja plant at home in Telangana
Hyderabad: A drug addict was arrested in Telanganas Nagarkurnool district on Thursday, November 20 for cultivating ganja plant at home. The accused, identified as Naganoolu Madhu a resident of Palkapalli village. Following a raid on the house, the police seized 18 ganja plants weighing 5 kg from Madhus house. According to Achampet police, Madhu is 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 .
Collector makes surprise inspection at Kurnool GGH
Road accident in Kurnool kills three
Kurnool Collector stresses quality food, strict menu adherence in anganwadi centres
Siri conducts surprise inspections in Devanakonda and Adoni, checks food quality, cleanliness and student welfare during visits to anganwadi centre, school and Anna Canteen
Property offender nabbed in Kurnool
Pumped storage projects to play imp role in meeting power demand during non solar hours: Minister
NEW DELHI, Nov 17: Union Power Minister Manohar Lal on Monday said pumped storage projects (PSPs) can play a critical role by storing surplus green power and meeting electricity demand during non-solar hours. India is currently a power-surplus nation, however, excess renewable energy capacity remains under utilised due to limited capacity tie-ups, he noted. The remarks came at a meeting of the Consultative Committee of the Members of Parliament at Kurnool in Andhra Pradesh, a statement issued by the [] The post Pumped storage projects to play imp role in meeting power demand during non solar hours: Minister appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
187 TIDCO houses handed over to beneficiaries in Kurnool
Spot admissions into degree courses in Kurnool government colleges
TTD Parakamani Theft Case: Ex-TTD Security Officer Found Dead
Satish Kumar, native of Pathikonda in Kurnool district, worked as sub inspector with the Gooty government railway police
Naidu, Piyush Goyal lay foundation for Drone City and Space City in Rayalaseema
Projects in Kurnool, Sri Sathya Sai and Tirupati districts aim to boost drone and space-tech industries, create 75,000 jobs and attract 25,000 crore in investments
Checks conducted at Kurnool RTC bus stand
Over 1L acres of crops damaged in Telangana by Cyclone Montha: Agri dept
Hyderabad: Cyclone Montha has damaged crops spread across 1,17,757 acres in Telangana, affecting 1,22,142 farmers in 27 districts, according to the state agriculture departments report. The most severe losses were reported in the Nagarkurnool district. Of the total affected acreage, 83,407 acres were under paddy, 30,144 acres under cotton, and 2,097 acres under maize. Rs 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 Police On High Alert After Delhi Blasts
Police are closely monitoring suspicious persons, vehicles and unattended baggage, and have urged the public to stay alert and report anything unusual to Dial 112, Dial 100 or nearby police stations.
Andhra cabinet approves investment proposals worth Rs 1 lakh crore
Andhra Pradesh's cabinet has approved investment proposals totaling Rs 1 lakh crore. These initiatives aim to boost the state's development and create jobs for its youth. Major projects include IT parks in Visakhapatnam and a semiconductor manufacturing hub in Kurnool.
Search For Suitable Land For HC Bench: Minister Bharath
Reiterating the state governments commitment to setting up the High Court Bench in Kurnool, the Minister said the location should be easily accessible and convenient for the public.
Kurnool police sound alert following car explosion in Delhi
A.P. CM to lay foundation for nine projects in Kurnool on November 11
Minister congratulates 12 swimmers from Kurnool for winning medals in recent State competitions
IIITDM-Kurnool and Rayalaseema University sign MoU to foster academic and research collaboration
Kurnool Road Widening Picks Up Pace
The commissioner instructed officials to coordinate with the Roads and Buildings Department and immediately prepare proposals for road construction: Reports
Dragon Boating From Kerala Finds Another Anchor in Kurnool
Those excelling in Dragon Boating are eligible for education and employment under sports quota.
CM Chandrababu Naidu To Virtually Lay Foundation Stones For Key Kurnool Projects On Nov 11
District collector Dr A. Siri announced the programme on Sunday after reviewing preparations with senior officials: Reports
Transport Department seizes 102 private buses in Bengaluru during post-Kurnool safety crackdown
13 enforcement teams were deployed across 10 key locations in the city, focusing primarily on Attibele and Devanahalli, two major entry and exit points into Bengaluru
New Indra bus service launched between Kurnool and Vizag
Kurnool Police Arrest Bus Owner Over 19 Deaths
Vinod Kumar was produced before the Judicial First-Class Magistrate (Mobile) Court in Kurnool, which ordered his judicial remand: Reports
YSRC Condemns Police Notices Over Kurnool Bus Incident Report
YSRC Legal Cell state president M. Manohar Reddy alleged that liquor shops were operating openly along highways and that the bikers involved in the Kurnool incident were clearly under the influence: Reports
Kurnool bus fire: Owner of private vehicle arrested, gets bail
The owner of the Bengaluru-bound private bus that caught fire in Andhra Pradeshs Kurnool, killing 19 people, was arrested and later granted bail, police said. The October 24 accident occurred when a two-wheeler collided with the bus, triggering a massive blaze
Kurnool Bus Mishap: Private Bus Owner Held, Gets Bail
The Bengaluru-bound private bus caught fire in the wee hours of October 24 after colliding with a two-wheeler. The blaze was triggered after the motor bike -- with its fuel cap open -- was dragged underneath the vehicle, leaving 19 people dead
Kurnool mishap: Private bus owner held, gets bail
The owner of a private bus involved in a fatal accident that claimed 19 lives in Kurnool has been arrested and subsequently granted bail. Police booked him under the Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita and Motor Vehicles Act for alleged structural alterations, including an obstructed emergency exit, contributing to the blaze after a collision with a motorbike.
Kurnool bus fire: Owner of travel agency arrested
Kurnool (Andhra Pradesh): Two weeks after 19 passengers of a bus were charred to death near here, the police on Friday arrested the owner of the private travel agency. Vemuri Vinod Kumar, owner of V. Kaveri Travels, was arrested and produced before a court, which remanded him to judicial custody. Vinod Kumar is named as 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 bus accident: V Kaveri bus owner arrested
During investigation, police found several violations in the design of the bus and also failure to adhere to basic safety guidelines by the bus management
AP Urges Centre To Fix Cotton Procurement Issues
Cotton, sown over 4.56 lakh hectares in the state, is estimated to yield about 8 lakh metric tonnes this season, with major cultivation in districts such as Kurnool, Palnadu, NTR, and Guntur: Reports
Crowds At Eat Streets In Kurnool City Start Dwindling
KMC had offered 60 stalls free of cost at different locations in the city, though only 40 applicants came forward to offer food at these premises
IIITDM Kurnool Tops Inter-IIIT Sports Meet In Gwalior
IIITDM Kurnool emerged overall champions in the mens category and finished first runner-up in the combined (men and women) category. In team events, the institute bagged gold in cricket, silver in basketball and bronze in football.
Collector Leads Vanamahotsavam Celebrations With Fun, Awareness
Kurnool Collector Dr Siri said that observing Vanamahotsavam during the Karthika month encourages both spiritual well-being and environmental consciousness
IIITDM-Kurnool excels in employee sports meet
669 mobile phones handed over to owners in Kurnool
Karthika Deepotsavam to Be Held Today in Kurnool
He said that thousands of devotees are expected to attend the event, and hence special attention must be paid to public facilities.
Tension in Raidurgam after gunshots heard, complaint lodged
Hyderabad: Gunshots were heard in Hyderabads Raidurgam area on Tuesday, November 4, after two groups broke into a clash over a land dispute. One of them, K Krishna from Kurnool fired shots into the air, leading to a tensed atmosphere. A complaint regarding the incident has been lodged at the Raidurg police station. (This is 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 .
First Juvenile Huntingtons Disease brain donated to NIMHANS for research
The deceased, Jagadeesha, who hailed from Kalagotla village in Yemmiganur mandal of Kurnool district, Andhra Pradesh, was first evaluated at NIMHANS in 2017
REC approves 7,500 crore for Brookfields Kurnool renewable energy project
The 7,500-crore renewable energy project at Kurnool comprises of 640 MW of wind and 400 MW of solar capacity
12th-century Ganesha Idol Trapped in Tree at Nagarkurnool Temple
Dr E. Sivanagi Reddy, archaeologist and CEO of Pleach India Foundation, has also found an inscription broken into pieces dating back to 1167 CE issued by Tondaya, son of Gokarna-2 of the Kanduru Chola lineage
Nearly 7 crore collected in compounding fee for violations by vehicles
Nine vehicles seized in special drive by the Transport department to check compliance of contract carriage buses in the aftermath of the Kurnool bus accident; govt. gearing up to organise joint-meeting of transport commissioners from Telangana, Andhra Pradesh and Karnataka
Kurnool IIITDM Successfully Deploys DRUVA Drone During Montha Cyclone
The project is an initiative of Trigun Robotic Systems, a start-up incubated at IIITDM, Kurnool, in collaboration with TiHANIIT Hyderabad for mobility testing, and APDC for operational support.
27 booked for spreading fake news on Kurnool bus tragedy
Woman killed, 10 injured after truck hits autorickshaw in Kurnool district
Aviation growth story piggybacking on foreign travel: AAI report
NEW DELHI: The growing desire for international travel continues to fuel Indias aviation growth story. According to the latest data released by the Airports Authority of India (AAI) for the first half of the current financial year, foreign travel has surged by nearly 7% compared to the same period last year. The Air Traffic Report, made public on Wednesday, shows that 3.95 crore passengers travelled abroad from India between April and September 2025, up from 3.69 crore during the same period in 2024. Overall passenger traffic grew by 2.6%, with 20.21 crore people flying in the six-month period this year compared to 19.69 crore last year. Domestic air travel recorded a modest 1.6% increase, with 16.25 crore passengers this year versus 15.99 crore in the previous fiscal period. The total Air Traffic Movements (ATMs) arrivals plus departures rose by 2.8%, reaching 15.77 lakh in AprilSeptember 2025 compared to 15.35 lakh last year. Thanks to airlines regularly announcing new international routes, several relatively smaller airports such as Surat, Coimbatore, Guwahati, Jaipur, Varanasi, Mangaluru, Kannur, Bagdogra, Pune, Indore, and Udaipur have registered strong double-digit growth in international passenger traffic. Among them, Bagdogra and Coimbatore posted remarkable increases of 51% (13,492 flyers) and 50.5% (1,60,597 flyers), respectively, in AprilSeptember 2025 compared to the same period in 2024. Among major airports, Bengaluru recorded an impressive 28.9% surge in international traffic, handling 34,58,308 passengers in the first half of the current financial year. Hyderabad showed substantial growth of 19%, while Mumbai registered a 5.6% increase. Delhi, however, saw a slight 0.5% decline. Domestic Travel Trends Sindhudurg Airport reported the highest growth in domestic passenger traffic, with an 84.1% increase and 21,936 flyers over the previous financial year. Other airports that recorded notable growth include Kishangarh (65.7%, 59,421 flyers), Darbhanga (64.3%, 3,86,174), Gorakhpur (57.5%, 5,62,596), Cuddapah (53.9%, 33,973), and Pithoragarh (56.5%, 8,215). Airports such as Tiruchirappalli (55.6%), Tirupati (42.9%), Jeypore (42.1%), Bilaspur (38.1%), Rajahmundry (33.7%), and Kurnool (22.9%) also posted impressive domestic growth figures. Among major airports, both Delhi and Mumbai reported negative growth in domestic travel. The closure of Terminal 2 at IGIA and changes in flight schedules significantly impacted Delhis numbers, which dropped by 5.8% to 2,64,91,445 passengers, compared to 2,81,07,645 last year. Mumbai saw a 0.8% dip, handling 1,91,02,987 passengers. Meanwhile, Hyderabad registered strong domestic growth of 11.3% with 1,26,64,800 flyers, while Chennai saw a 5.1% increase with 83,79,339 passengers.
Kurnool accident: Trapped in a burning bus
On the morning of October 24, a sleeper bus caught fire on a national highway, killing 19 passengers and injuring several others. Initial investigations by the Andhra Pradesh police indicate that the bus collided with a motorcycle lying in the middle of the road, which was reportedly driven by a drunken man. Marri Ramu and P. Hareesh report on the tragedy that has also exposed how the private operator of a luxury bus failed to adhere to basic safety norms
DGP Harish Kumar Felicitates Forensics Teams for Quickly Identifying Kurnool Bus Fire Victims
The DGP presented to each of the team members a commendation certificate for their exemplary work and demonstrating high-level technical skills.
Student Attempts Knife Attack On Classmate, Creates Panic In Kurnool
The staff immediately alerted the police, who arrived at the scene and began investigating the incident: Reports
Post Kurnool PTSD, bus passenger describes another near-fatal crash
A Reddit user on Tuesday posted a version of their near-disaster, revealing they were aboard a different bus that was in a serious collision just one day after the deadly Kurnool fire. A private travel bus met with an accident on the Kothur National Highway in Pellakur, Nellore district, in Andhra Pradesh. It crashed into 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 .
Bharath Urges Public Cooperation For Kurnool Road Widening Project
Around 180 properties would be affected, with the existing road expanded to a width of 50 feet: T.G. Bharath
It Was A Great Year. Until The Kurnool Bus Fire Ended it all
Most family members said they could not even have one last glimpse of their loved ones. All we received were bodies wrapped like parcels, one relative said, breaking down
Officials Deny Rumours of Looting at Kurnool Bus Accident Site
Officials say people seen near burnt bus were checking scrap, not stealing
The inspection, conducted between October 24 and 30, involved 12 dedicated enforcement teams checking private buses in Attibele and Devanahalli, key entry points to Bengaluru
Kurnool bus fire: Third vehicle involvement suspected
Andhra Pradesh Police suspect the involvement of third vehicle in the recent bus fire accident that claimed the lives of 19 passengers. In the wee hours of October 24, the Bengaluru bound sleeper bus ran over a bike, which had already met with an accident at Chinna Tekuru village in Kurnool district. As the bike 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 .
Police Suspect Third Vehicle's Involvement in Kurnool Bus Fire Accident
The skid marks of the Kaveri Travels bus were found slightly ahead of the spot where the two-wheeler initially fell killing it's rider on the spot, suggesting that the motorbike had moved a little further after the first impact: Police
AP Government Identifies Land for High Court Bench in Kurnool: Bharath
The Minister held a review meeting on Wednesday at the Kurnool Municipal Corporation meeting hall in the SBI Employees Colony, along with Municipal Commissioner P. Viswanath.
Bharath proposes High Court bench within Kurnool city
KSRTC launches state-wide safety audit after Kurnool bus fire accident
The move comes under the directive of Transport Minister Ramalinga Reddy, who has instructed the managing directors of all four state-run transport corporations to ensure that every bus undergoes a thorough inspection
Montha Impact: Heavy Rains Batter Telangana
Several parts of Hyderabad witness heavy downpour; Uppununtala in Nagarkurnool records highest rainfall of 20.8 cm
Post-Diwali Cough Cases Surge In Hyderabad City
Emphasising the role of environmental triggers, Dr Narahari, professor of paediatrics at Nagarkurnool Medical College, noted that allergic cough is often associated with asthma and allergic rhinitis.
After a Good Year, a Tragedy: Story of Kurnool Bus Fire Victim
Srinivas, was in tears while speaking to Deccan Chronicle. We were supposed to be happy with my daughters new family and my sons new job but now its all turmoil, he said.
Driver Arrested in Kurnool Bus Fire Case
Cases have been booked holding him and the bus management responsible for the death of the passengers.
Moderate Rains Lash Kurnool and Nandyal; Schools Shut For Two Days
Gajuladinne Project Engineer Mohammad Ali said the reservoirs water level had reached 4.5 tmc ft, and excess water was being released downstream through the gates
Kurnool Collector inspects mid-day meal kitchens at mandal schools
Last week, air pollution worsened across India after Diwali, the National Democratic Alliance announced seat-sharing numbers for Bihar polls, and an accident in Kurnool killed over 20. Here are graphics explaining these and other top stories.
Five Injured In Car Accident Near Chinna Kraka After Attending Kurnool Bus Tragedy Funerals
A car carrying relatives of the Gollavaripalli family, who perished in the Kurnool bus fire accident, met with another tragic mishap near Chinna Kraka village in Jaladanki mandal on Monday afternoon around 3:45 p.m.
Yamagaanipalle Man Among Victims of Kurnool Bus Tragedy
Trimurthi is survived by his wife Vasanthamma, son Kalyan Bharat, and daughter Chaitanya. The family is mourning his tragic death.
Bodies of all 19 bus fire victims handed over to families in Kurnool
Cyclone Montha: Nandyal and Kurnool administration put on alert
Nandyal Collector asks farmers to take necessary precautions to avoid crop losses as there is a possibility of the district bearing the impact of the cyclone
Heart-wrenching Farewell to Ramesh and Family Killed in Kurnool Bus Fire
When the mortal remains reached the village on Sunday night, the atmosphere turned deeply emotional
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
Kurnool bus fire: All 19 victims identified, bodies handed to families
Kurnool: All 19 bodies of the victims who died in the private travel bus fire accident in Kurnool district have been handed over to their respective families after completion of DNA profiling in Vijayawada, an official said on Monday. As many as 19 passengers were charred to death in the early hours of Friday after 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 .
5 lakh ex gratia handed over to kin of Kurnool bus fire accident victims
Hyderabad and Rachakonda Report Nearly 55,000 Drunk Driving Cases in 10 Months
The deadly Kurnool bus accident, which claimed 19 lives, was reportedly caused by an allegedly drunk biker who fell off his vehicle on the National Highway. The ill-fated bus hit the vehicle that was lying on the highway.
Safety Drive In AP; 361 Cases Filed Against Travel Buses
Andhra Pradesh road transport department has undertaken a statewide inspection of private buses, following the recent Kurnool bus mishap.
Allotment Of 976 TIDCO Houses Fast-Tracked: Commissioner
State ministers T. G. Bharath and P. Narayana had reviewed the project and that decisions are now being implemented under a structured plan: Kurnool Municipal commissioner P. Viswanath
Drunk drivers are terrorists: Hyderabad top cop after Kurnool bus fire
Hyderabad: Hyderabad Commissioner of Police, VC Sajjanar on Sunday, October 26 took a firm stance against drunk drivers and equated them to terrorists after it was found that the two people whose bike triggered the Hyderabad-Bengaluru bus fire had been in an inebriated condition. Drunk drivers are terrorists and their actions are nothing short of 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 bus fire: Bodies of 18 victims handed over to kin
Kurnool (Andhra Pradesh): Charred remains of 18 people killed in the bus fire tragedy near here have been handed over to their families after DNA tests, officials said on Sunday. After conducting DNA tests during the last two days, the authorities at Government General Hospital (GGH) in Kurnool handed over the remains to the families. 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 .
YSRCP blames coalition govt. for Kurnool bus tragedy, demands 1 crore compensation per victim
Kurnool bus tragedy: bodies handed over to relatives
Kurnool bus tragedy: biker was drunk, say police
Andhra Pradesh police confirmed that two drunk bikers were responsible for a bus fire accident that killed 19 passengers. The incident occurred when the bus ran over a two-wheeler that had already crashed. Police Commissioner V.C. Sajjanar stated that drunk drivers are terrorists, and this was a preventable massacre caused by reckless behavior.
Purchase of Fake Liquor From Illegal Shop Caused Kurnool Bus Fire Deaths: YSRCP
The opposition party claimed that the biker Siva Shankar and Erri Swamy involved in the accident had consumed fake liquor at Lakshmipuram before the collision, leading to the chain of events that caused the bus fire
Kurnool Bus Tragedy: CCTV Footage Shows Two Bikers Purchasing Alcohol Before Accident
Days after the fatal Kurnool bus fire, CCTV footage surfaced showing the two people on the two-wheeler involved in the collision buying alcohol just hours before the accident.
Driver Of Private Bus That Caught Fire In Kurnool And Claimed 20 Lives, Arrested
Miriyala Lakshmaiah, driver of the Bengaluru-bound bus that caught fire in Kurnool killing 20, has been arrested.
