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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

TD Ticket Tussle Hots Up Ahead of Nellore Civic Polls

A senior TD leader said the party could not ignore those who had joined from the YSRC but should also ensure that loyalists received their due share of tickets

Deccan Chronicle 26 Aug 2026 8:02 pm

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

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

Annual festival at Venkaiah Swamy Ashram begins in Nellore

Around three lakh devotees are expected to visit the temple during the week-long celebrations

The Hindu 18 Aug 2026 7:45 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

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

Har Ghar Tiranga rallies held in Ongole, Nellore

Ongole Trunk Road was packed with more than 3,000 participants, including students, government staff from various departments and locals, all carrying national flags, while a rally featuring a massive 275-foot national flag was organised near the Collectorate in Nellore

The Hindu 13 Aug 2026 8:59 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

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 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

Nellore MP Seeks Early Tenders for 100-Bed ESI Hospital

He said the sites have been inspected by the competent authorities and found suitable for the project.

Deccan Chronicle 3 Aug 2026 6:57 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 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

1st Ranking Carrom Tournament Begins in Nellore Today

The event will feature several top players, including international stars Ch. Janardhan Reddy and B. Shobhika, besides Guinness World Record holder S.K. Husna Sameera.

Deccan Chronicle 31 Jul 2026 7:11 am

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

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

'Swayam' Model for SHG Women Entrepreneurs Presented

They proposed launching the initiative on a pilot basis in Nellore, Guntur and Parvathipuram Manyam districts before expanding it across Andhra Pradesh

Deccan Chronicle 26 Jul 2026 10:17 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

Special Prayers Held in Nellore for Balakrishna's Recovery

Special prayers were held at Nellore's Moolapeta Shiva Temple for actor and MLA Nandamuri Balakrishna's speedy recovery after his leg injury.

Deccan Chronicle 24 Jul 2026 12:12 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

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

260 Students Felicitated At Shining Stars Awards In Nellore

He also appreciated the role of parents, particularly mothers, in shaping students' success and said the government was strengthening the education sector through improved infrastructure, quality learning and student welfare initiatives

Deccan Chronicle 20 Jul 2026 6:08 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

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

100 More MBBS Seats for AP As NMC Clears Expansion in Kadapa, Nellore

Announcing the development on Friday, Health minister Satya Kumar Yadav said NMC has issued Letters of Permission (LoPs) for increasing MBBS intake by 75 seats at the government medical college in Kadapa and 25 seats at the ACSR government medical college in Nellore.

Deccan Chronicle 11 Jul 2026 12:02 am

Somireddy Says Change Nellore ITDAs Status Could Help Challa Yanadis

He is now preparing to take the issue to the centre, seeking a change in the Nellore ITDA status

Deccan Chronicle 10 Jul 2026 10:16 pm

Nellore Police Intensify Highway Vigil, Step Up Night Patrols

Acting on the directions of superintendent of police Dr Ajitha Vejendla, police teams have increased deployment at major junctions, highways and other sensitive locations to strengthen public safety, maintain law and order, and deter crime.

Deccan Chronicle 10 Jul 2026 1:44 am

Nellore: A Role Model In AP Despite Financial Constraints, Says Its Chairman

The authority chairman said NUDA is now investing 19 crore to develop the Jammalapalem layout: Reports

Deccan Chronicle 9 Jul 2026 9:46 pm

7,000 Nellore Government School Students To Get Free Bicycles

Nellores free bicycle initiative aims to make commuting to school easier for students from 15 urban and eight rural government high schools.

Deccan Chronicle 8 Jul 2026 11:35 pm

FlyView Is Coming as an AI-Native Unified Security Platform From Nellores Nexus Innovation Hub

An AI security startup launches from Nellore; FlyView unifies ten security surfaces and introduces AI-SPMthe first AI Security Operations layer for the enterprise.

The Hindu 7 Jul 2026 3:10 pm

Narayana Vows to Transform Nellore Into Green City

The minister directed officials to accelerate the construction of the International School and ensure timely completion of all development works

Deccan Chronicle 5 Jul 2026 10:08 pm

Development works gain pace at RSR High School in Nellore

Inspecting the ongoing construction works on the school premises, local MP Vemireddy Prabhakar Reddy directs the engineers to finish all the amenities meant for the students on a priority basis

The Hindu 4 Jul 2026 8:26 pm

APTF urges government to relieve transferred teachers

The Andhra Pradesh Teachers Federation leaders point out that 233 teachers in Nellore district, 80 in Kadapa, and 25 in Guntur, besides many others in all districts, including Subject Teachers and Secondary Grade Teachers (SGTs), are yet to be relieved

The Hindu 4 Jul 2026 7:57 pm

BharathCloud to Join Nellores Nexus Innovation Hub

These organisations are engaged in developing products in artificial intelligence, enterprise software, cybersecurity, healthcare, education, and digital design

Deccan Chronicle 4 Jul 2026 7:47 pm

Nexus Innovation Hub launched in Nellore

Nellore MP stresses that ten years from now, students of tier-II cities should not be compelled to leave their homeland for the sake of their careers

The Hindu 3 Jul 2026 6:53 pm

Terralogic Marks Two Decades of Global Growth with Expanded AI Product Portfolio and 1,400-Strong Worldwide Team

From a founding vision in Nellore, India, to 13 offices across the USA, India, Vietnam, and Dubai, Terralogic Solutions Inc. consolidates its global footprint as a full-stack digital transformation company with a growing suite of proprietary AI products.

The Hindu 3 Jul 2026 5:40 pm