facebook

...

Ganesh Mandap Organisers Asked To Register For Permissions

Ganesh mandap organisers in Nellore have been asked to register for permissions through a single-window system ahead of Ganesh Chaturthi.

Deccan Chronicle 3 Sep 2026 12:33 am

Chakkora | Song - Addamla Cheyana

Watch the song 'Addamla Cheyana' from Telugu movie 'Chakkora' starring Sravan, Malaika T Vasupal and Anushka Luhar. 'Addamla Cheyana' is sung by Sai Charan Bhaskaruni and music of the song is given by Prince Henry. Lyrics of 'Chakkora' song 'Addamla Cheyana' are written by Kasarla Shyam. Manga Srinivas directorial is slated to release on October 8th. 'Chakkora' also stars Yamini, L. B. Sriram, Suman, Brahmaji, Indraja, Mani Chandana, Nellore Sudharshan, Prabhavathi, Madhavi Prasad, Janardhan, Akella Gopala Krishna, Vangapandu, Vamshi, Sumanth, Bhanu, Surya Makireddi and other new actors in pivotal roles. To know more about 'Addamla Cheyana' song from Sravan - Malaika T Vasupal starrer 'Chakkora' watch the video.

The Times of India 2 Sep 2026 2:25 pm

17 Jharkhand workers injured as vehicle overturns near Nellore; Collector orders inquiry

The 21 workers were on their way to Daggavolu in Tirupati district to shift power lines when the vehicle overturned near Buja Buja Nellore

The Hindu 2 Sep 2026 1:29 pm

YSRCs Anil Kumar Seeks Probe Into Chinese Involvement in Nellore Quartz Trade

YSRC leader flags alleged syndicate; Deputy Mayor calls charges baseless and political

Deccan Chronicle 2 Sep 2026 12:38 am

Nellore Collector Himanshu Shukla Receives Governors Gold Medal

Nellore Collector Himanshu Shukla received the Governors gold medal for the IRCS Nellore branchs achievements in blood donation and humanitarian services.

Deccan Chronicle 1 Sep 2026 9:24 pm

Nellore Industries Provide Jobs To Over 3.4 Lakh People: Collector

Nellores industries and MSMEs have generated employment for over 3.4 lakh people, with major investments driving industrial growth in the district.

Deccan Chronicle 31 Aug 2026 10:59 pm

Coastal Security In Nellore To Be Strengthened

Nellore officials will intensify coastal surveillance, patrols and boat verification along the districts 125-km coastline to curb illegal activities.

Deccan Chronicle 31 Aug 2026 8:53 pm

Nellore: History-Sheeter Accused Of Matricide, Murdered Near RTO Office

In the past, Saiteja had brutally murdered his own mother. Against this background, Nellore police had booked him under the PD Act and sent him to jail.

Deccan Chronicle 31 Aug 2026 12:15 pm

Nellore Mahalakshmi temple set for reconstruction with 1.01 crore funding

The total budget for the reconstruction works was attained recently, with contributions pouring in from donors, especially from the Balija Kapu community

The Hindu 30 Aug 2026 8:46 pm

AP CM Naidu to inaugurate Veligonda irrigation project on August 31

The project is expected to transform drought-affected parts of Markapur, Prakasam, Nellore and Kadapa districts by improving irrigation and drinking water availability

The Hindu Businessline 30 Aug 2026 5:07 pm

Kakani Flays AP Government Over Water Management in Nellore

Kakani demanded an immediate review of water availability in Somasila and Kandaleru and urged the government to release water to protect farmers interests

Deccan Chronicle 29 Aug 2026 6:37 pm

300 Grams Of Gold Stolen From BengaluruVijayawada Bus

Vemuru Venkata Krishna and his wife Radha, who were travelling to Vijayawada to attend a wedding, discovered that their bag containing the jewellery was missing when the bus stopped at Rajupalem near Nellore to allow passengers to use the restrooms.

Deccan Chronicle 28 Aug 2026 1:03 am

Nellore GRP arrest three, including minor, for train thefts

Officials say the three belong to a single family, recover over 104 grams of gold and 180 grams of silver worth 13.65 lakh, allegedly linked to eight different cases, from the accused

The Hindu 25 Aug 2026 7:42 pm

Nellore: Family of 3 Held for Train Thefts, Rs 13.65 Lakh Jewellery Recovered

Police recovered 104.248 grams of gold jewellery worth about Rs.13.40 lakh and 180 grams of silver articles valued at Rs.25,000 from the accused. The valuables were allegedly stolen in eight separate offences.

Deccan Chronicle 25 Aug 2026 4:41 pm

Six-Year-Old Boy Helps Police Trace Fathers Hidden Bike in Nellore

The video of the boy accompanying the police to trace his father's bike went viral on social media

Deccan Chronicle 21 Aug 2026 4:28 pm

Nellore modernising 46 parks to enhance community spaces

Ponguru Narayan mentioned about the modernisation of the 46 parks being undertaken at a cost of 13.5 crore during the recent Independence Day speech, of which 33 have already been completed

The Hindu 20 Aug 2026 8:12 pm

AP Quartz Industry To Suffer Major Blow as US Imposes Safeguard Duty

2550% safeguard duty from August 15 may hit quartz exports from Nellore, Kadapa and other districts

Deccan Chronicle 19 Aug 2026 1:08 am

Nellore Police Fail To Trace District's Missing Army Jawan

The search team comprised sub-inspectors from Varikuntapadu and Kavali, three constables, a technical assistant and one of Ravis relatives: Reports

Deccan Chronicle 18 Aug 2026 9:27 pm

Nellore Plans 4,000-Crore Credit Outreach

The collector also suggested that each bank adopt a village and build stronger ties with local communities

Deccan Chronicle 18 Aug 2026 9:26 pm

Mayor Inspects Urdu School, Assures Swift Development Works

Nellore Mayor Devarakonda Sujatha Ashok inspected an Urdu school in Jandaveedhi and directed officials to expedite repairs, development works and security measures.

Deccan Chronicle 17 Aug 2026 10:45 pm

Nellore Collector supports woman entrepreneur with 80,000 financial aid

Handing over a cheque to the woman, Himanshu Shukla says Palle Veekshana programme is being conducted in the district not only to understand the local peoples issues but also to support their aspirations

The Hindu 17 Aug 2026 7:43 pm

Minister announces 40 lakh for Nellore Vinayaka temple reconstruction

Ponguru Narayana performs bhumi puja, fulfils an election promise made to his constituents ahead of the 2024 general elections

The Hindu 16 Aug 2026 7:36 pm

3,000 take part in organ donation awareness walk in Nellore

The walk by Narayana Medical College and Hospital was flagged off by Municipal Commissioner Y.O. Nandan and District Medical and Health Officer V. Sujatha, who asked people to come forward to donate organs

The Hindu 14 Aug 2026 11:20 am

Nellore Civic Body Installs Dedicated Bins for Waste Plastic Bottles

Municipal commissioner Y.O. Nandan and NMCs health officer Dr O. Dinesh inaugurated the bins at several locations, including the Necklace Road Ganesh Ghat area, on Thursday.

Deccan Chronicle 13 Aug 2026 11:17 pm

Nellores Heritage Sites Need Tourism Push, Says Beeda Masthan Rao

Under the programme, facilities such as toilets, drinking water, rest areas, walking paths, dustbins, signage, lighting and sound-and-light shows can be developed and maintained by approved Monument Mitras under ASI supervision.

Deccan Chronicle 13 Aug 2026 11:00 pm

Nellore Boy Creates Patriotic Artwork with 104 Rubiks Cubes

Nomesh completed the Independence Day artwork in 1 hour, 55 minutes, and 55 seconds

Deccan Chronicle 13 Aug 2026 10:54 pm

2 Nellore Teachers Selected for Finland Training

Dominic Reddy and Dr Chennayya were among the recipients of the State Best Teacher Awards presented by Chief Minister N. Chandrababu Naidu on September 5, 2025.

Deccan Chronicle 13 Aug 2026 12:31 am

Nellore Officials Alert As Districts Second Paddy Crop Reaches Critical Stage

The administration is targeting to irrigate 3.22 lakh acres of the second crop using water from the Somasila project. Officials have reviewed storage levels in the Somasila and Kandaleru reservoirs, requirement of water and supply to delta and non-delta areas.

Deccan Chronicle 12 Aug 2026 11:24 pm

275-Foot-Long Tricolour Leads Tiranga Rally In Nellore

A 275-foot national flag led a Tiranga rally in Nellore on Wednesday as part of Independence Day celebrations, with students, officials and residents joining the march.

Deccan Chronicle 12 Aug 2026 9:48 pm

Civil Surgeon faces probe for alleged use of false caste certificate

The former resident of Indukurpet mandal in Nellore district has been facing allegations of obtaining a false Scheduled Caste (SC) certificate around 40 years ago and rising to such a senior position using SC reservations

The Hindu 12 Aug 2026 8:44 pm

Woman lost in Nellore forest for a night traced with drone

Nagadasari Ratnamma of Obulayapalle village had gone to collect firewood on Monday and spent the night under a tree; a team from the police, the Special Branch and the Forest Department found her near the Mamidikona base camp

The Hindu 12 Aug 2026 11:53 am

YSRCP Will Not Be Cowed Down By Cases: Chandrasekhar

Reddy accused the alliance government of misusing public funds and encouraging corruption in Nellore municipal corporation through contracts for garbage collection, sweeping etc

Deccan Chronicle 12 Aug 2026 11:12 am

YSRC Holds Rally in Nellore, Seeks CBI Probe into Mega DSC

Govardhan Reddy alleged that irregularities and a paper leak had occurred in the Mega DSC and said the response from students and youth reflected the growing strength of the movement.

Deccan Chronicle 11 Aug 2026 12:52 am

168 Development Works Worth Rs 17 cr Launched In Nellore Rural

Sridhar Reddy stressed the need to involve Gen-Z youth in development and said their aspirations would shape his priorities as MLA

Deccan Chronicle 10 Aug 2026 7:07 pm

TD Reviews Development, Party Organisation In Nellore

TD district president and MLC Beeda Ravichandra said more than 90 per cent of membership enrolment and new committee formation had been completed. Motorcycle tours would be organised across constituencies and mandals to improve coordination with party cadres, he said

Deccan Chronicle 9 Aug 2026 8:42 pm

Army Jawan from Nellore Goes Missing While Returning Home

Ravi was working in the sanitation department in Tengnoupal district of Manipur. According to reports, he last spoke to his wife on July 19 near Dimapur Railway Station in Nagaland while he was on his way home for the holidays.

Deccan Chronicle 9 Aug 2026 1:42 pm

National Kamadhenu Cattle Breeding Centre in Nellore to Get Sustained Water Supply

A major feather in its cap has been the establishment of a state-of-the-art In-Vitro Fertilisation (IVF) and Embryo Transfer Technology (ETT) Laboratory, which has transformed indigenous cattle breeding in Andhra Pradesh.

Deccan Chronicle 7 Aug 2026 12:58 am

Nellore Equips Waste Pickers With Garbage Collection Vehicles

The initiative aims to provide waste pickers with safer working conditions and improved livelihood opportunities

Deccan Chronicle 5 Aug 2026 7:44 pm

Nellore schools set for 209 crore infrastructure upgrade with CSR funds

The DSR School in Moolapeta will undergo modernisation with 25 crore, followed by allocations for developing RSR School (15 crore), Zilla Parishad High School on Podalakur Road (25 crore) and V. Puram TIDCO School (20 crore)

The Hindu 5 Aug 2026 6:51 pm

Nellore Polytechnic Students Protest Over Lack of Basic Amenities

Chandrasekhar Reddy assured the students that he would continue to pursue the matter until their grievances were addressed.

Deccan Chronicle 5 Aug 2026 7:47 am

Rs 34.8 Crore Allotted for Makeover of Nellore District Welfare Hostels

Those who participated in the programme include Sarvepalli MLA Somireddy Chandramohan Reddy, Kavali MLA Dagumati Venkata Krishna Reddy, and Udayagiri MLA Kakarla Suresh.

Deccan Chronicle 4 Aug 2026 10:51 pm

Rs 7.25-cr Udayagiri Heritage Restoration Plan Awaits CSR Funding

The Union ministry of culture disclosed this in the Lok Sabha while replying to a question raised by Nellore MP Vemireddy Prabhakar Reddy.

Deccan Chronicle 3 Aug 2026 9:10 pm

Child's Death Triggers Protest at Nellore Government Hospital

According to reports, the deceased was identified as Tejaswini. Her parents alleged that they had rushed her to the government hospital as they could not afford treatment at a private hospital.

Deccan Chronicle 3 Aug 2026 12:01 pm

Janardhan, Haripriya Clinch State Carrom Titles

Ch. Janardhan Reddy and L. Haripriya emerged men's and women's champions at the Andhra State First Ranking Carrom Tournament 2026 held in Nellore.

Deccan Chronicle 3 Aug 2026 12:20 am

Nellore: Empty Gas Cylinder Lorry Plunges Off Bridge, Two Hurt

The accident occurred while the lorry was travelling from Pamuru in Markapuram district to Kadapa district.

Deccan Chronicle 1 Aug 2026 9:11 am

Nellore District Registers Highest 2.90 Lakh Uncollectable Enumeration Forms; Polavaram Records Lowest at 38,927

Nellore recorded the highest number of uncollectable enumeration forms during the Special Intensive Revision of electoral rolls, while Polavaram reported the lowest.

Deccan Chronicle 1 Aug 2026 1:15 am

Delayed aid, prolonged ordeal

For tuberculosis (TB) patients from economically backward regions, financial assistance through government initiatives is as crucial as medication. Delays in disbursing aid are affecting the recovery of patients from across the State as they struggle to afford nutritious food and travel for treatment, writes Nellore Sravani

The Hindu 31 Jul 2026 11:46 pm

Timber Mafia Thriving Along Chittoor-Tamil Nadu Border

Tree felling is prevalent in Yadamari, Gudipala, G.D. Nellore, Palasamudram, S.R. Puram, Nagari, Bangarupalem, Palamaner, Baireddipalle, V. Kota, and Kuppam mandals

Deccan Chronicle 29 Jul 2026 9:59 pm

Nellore MP Prabhakar Reddy Seeks Rs 14-Crore NH-67 Road Upgrade

The MP said Buchireddypalem, located about 15 km from Nellore city, is rapidly developing into a satellite town. However, traffic bottlenecks caused by roadside encroachments, unregulated parking, temporary stalls and the lack of pedestrian facilities have led to frequent accidents.

Deccan Chronicle 28 Jul 2026 11:33 pm

Illegal Buildings Continue to Rise in Nellore Despite NMC Crackdown

Illegal constructions and road encroachments continue across Nellore despite repeated civic enforcement drives, raising concerns over urban planning and compliance.

Deccan Chronicle 28 Jul 2026 10:24 pm

Nellore district targets 50% green cover by 2047

District Collector directs all departments to collect details on vacant government lands for plantation, proposals for establishing school nurseries, areas for Vanamahotsav plantations, sites for developing palm groves, and areas appropriate for Great Green Wall initiative

The Hindu 28 Jul 2026 9:04 pm

YSRCP stages protests across State over DSC irregularities', demands Lokesh's resignation

Party student and youth wing members take out rallies and hold demonstrations in Vijayawada, Nellore, Tirupati, Nandyal and other places alleging paper leaks, irregularities in Sports Quota appointments and denial of opportunities to deserving candidate; police stop a proposed rally in Narasannapeta

The Hindu 28 Jul 2026 8:01 pm

Nellore Police Intensify Cordon And Search Drives

Residents were urged to promptly report suspicious persons and anti-social activities

Deccan Chronicle 28 Jul 2026 7:48 pm

Students Educated on Tobacco Perils

Students in Nellore were sensitised to the health risks of tobacco and smoking during an awareness programme promoting healthy lifestyles.

Deccan Chronicle 26 Jul 2026 10:22 pm

Nellore all set to distribute 10,000 bicycles to girl students on July 27

MA&UD Minister Ponguru Narayanas self-funded project aims to reduce transportation costs for girls studying in 23 State-run high schools in his Nellore constituency, and those belonging to economically disadvantaged families

The Hindu 26 Jul 2026 6:54 pm

Take up Dagadarthi airport after Bhogapuram, Nellore MPs urge Naidu

Rajya Sabha member Beedha Mastan Rao Yadav and MPs Vemireddy Prabhakar Reddy and Magunta Srinivasulu Reddy raised the delay in the Dagadarthi airport with the Chief Minister

The Hindu 26 Jul 2026 11:23 am

Dasaradha Ramaiahs Death A Huge Loss To Communist Movement, Says K. Narayana

Narayana said the CPI had lost one of its senior leaders in Nellore district.

Deccan Chronicle 26 Jul 2026 1:05 am

Nellore Civic Body Warns of Strict Action Against Single-Use Plastics

He warned that repeated violations could lead to cancellation of trade licences and sealing of commercial establishments

Deccan Chronicle 25 Jul 2026 7:19 pm

Mega PTM 4.0 Held Across Nellore, Prakasam, Tirupati, Chittoor

At Petlur village in Prakasam district, Social Welfare minister Dola Bala Veeranjaneya Swamy described students as the country's most valuable human resource.

Deccan Chronicle 24 Jul 2026 8:04 pm

State-Ranking Carrom Tournament in Nellore from July 31

The tournament is aimed at improving players state rankings and providing a competitive platform for talented carrom players from across Andhra Pradesh.

Deccan Chronicle 24 Jul 2026 5:51 pm

ANM Found Dead At Village Secretariat In Nellore District

The deceased, identified as Sripati Sai Chandana Priya, was a native of Rajupalem village in Ojili mandal and was working as an ANM at the Tonukumala Village Secretariat.

Deccan Chronicle 24 Jul 2026 3:18 am

Dry spell to continue for most parts of A.P. until July 30; overall deficit reaches 53.3%

All the districts in Andhra Pradesh, except for SPSR Nellore, have reported deficient rainfall as of July 23; West Godavari reports the sharpest rainfall gap at 76.8%

The Hindu 23 Jul 2026 9:37 pm

AP Approves Rs 140-Crore ITC-Branded Four-Star Hotel Project In Nellore

The project, approved under the Andhra Pradesh Tourism Policy 2024-29, is expected to generate 140 direct jobs and strengthen tourism and hospitality infrastructure in the district.

Deccan Chronicle 23 Jul 2026 12:11 am

Andhra Pradesh: Donors Contribute Over Rs 2.35 Lakh For Thalassaemia Treatment In Nellore

Srinivasan Chakravarthi and his family donated Rs 2,05,500 for the purchase of essential medicines for children undergoing treatment at the Thalassaemia Unit: Reports

Deccan Chronicle 22 Jul 2026 9:14 pm

State Sanitation Award Increases Responsibility: Nellore Commissioner

Nellore Municipal Corporation's state sanitation award has strengthened its resolve to further improve cleanliness, scientific waste management and public participation, Commissioner Y.O. Nandan said.

Deccan Chronicle 21 Jul 2026 11:50 pm

Udayagiri wooden cutlery, Etikoppaka toys among 99 ODOP products from Andhra Pradesh, Union Minister tells Lok Sabha

Several steps have been taken to enhance the visibility of the products, Union Minister Jitin Prasada says in response to a question raised by Nellore MP Vemireddy Prabhakar Reddy

The Hindu 21 Jul 2026 8:45 pm

Childrens Park In Nellore To Get Adventure Facilities In Major Revamp

The park, developed on the site of a former dumping yard, will be redesigned on the lines of the Rajamahendravaram Childrens Park under the Green Corporation initiative.

Deccan Chronicle 21 Jul 2026 12:04 am

Habitual Ganja Smuggler Detained Under PIT-NDPS Act

SPSR Nellore police invoked the PIT-NDPS Act against an alleged drug peddler to curb repeated narcotics offences.

Deccan Chronicle 20 Jul 2026 9:24 pm

Nellore childrens park to introduce sky drive, zip line soon, says Minister

Addressing a review meeting, Ponguru Narayana says all parks in the city will be modernised in a phased manner to meet the needs of the public

The Hindu 20 Jul 2026 8:38 pm

Nellore Civic Chief Warns On Unsafe Sand Transport

Nandan instructed owners of lorries, tractors, bullock carts and other vehicles transporting sand, gravel and construction materials to ensure that all loads are properly covered and comply with civic safety standards. He warned that violators would face stringent action

Deccan Chronicle 18 Jul 2026 8:48 pm

Mypadu Beach Sets Sight on Eco-Friendly Blue Flag Global Certification

Situated about 25 kilometres from Nellore city, Mypadu has steadily grown into one of the district's most popular tourist attractions.

Deccan Chronicle 17 Jul 2026 6:35 pm

YSRC Alleges Police Cover-Up In Custodial Death

Addressing a press conference in Nellore, Kakani claimed that Yedukondalu died due to custodial torture and not by suicide, as maintained by the police.

Deccan Chronicle 17 Jul 2026 1:09 am

Man arrested in theft case dies in police custody in Nellore district

Family members and relatives allege that he died due to third-degree torture for three days while in custody at Manubolu police station

The Hindu 15 Jul 2026 8:22 pm

Nellore Police Earn a Grade, Report Drop in Crime

To improve road safety, police intensified enforcement through e-challans, drunken-driving checks and action against open drinking, resulting in better compliance with traffic rules.

Deccan Chronicle 15 Jul 2026 7:14 pm

Nellore Consumer Panel Pulls Up SBI Over Cyber Fraud Recovery

The Nellore consumer panel directed SBI to stop recovering disputed credit card dues in a cyber fraud case.

Deccan Chronicle 14 Jul 2026 8:33 pm

Prakasam: Main Accused In Nellore AO Murder Case Allegedly Dies By Suicide With Family

Police have launched a probe and are examining all possible angles behind the incident

Deccan Chronicle 14 Jul 2026 5:20 pm

Lapses In Murder Probe: Nellore SP Transfers Entire Police Station Staff

The action follows allegations that the police failed to properly investigate the suspicious death of mandal agriculture officer

Deccan Chronicle 14 Jul 2026 2:34 am

National Lok Adalat resolves 38,412 cases in one day in Nellore district

Participating in the programme, District Principal Judge says resolving disputes through compromise not only saves time and money but also ensures speedy justice

The Hindu 11 Jul 2026 8:26 pm