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Rajahmundry: Three Drunk Women Attack Two Youths, Sent to Judicial Custody

The women reportedly attacked two youths and got into a fight with them near a temple in the limits of the One Town police station.

Deccan Chronicle 26 Aug 2026 10:12 am

YSR Congress Accuses Andhra Government of Oppressing Opposition Following Arrest of Former MP

Amaravati, August 19: A leader from the YSR Congress Party (YSRCP) has accused the ruling coalition led by the Telugu Desam Party (TDP) in Andhra Pradesh of suppressing the opposition. This allegation arose after the police arrested former MP Margani Bharat during a party event in Rajahmundry on Wednesday. The arrest has heightened tensions in ... Read more YSR Congress Accuses Andhra Government of Oppressing Opposition Following Arrest of Former MP

Morningstar 19 Aug 2026 6:10 pm

Andhra Medical Student Killed In Hit-And-Run; Two Accused Arrested

A 28-year-old postgraduate medical student who was critically injured after allegedly being run over by a car in Andhra Pradesh's Rajahmundry died during treatment in Hyderabad on Sunday.

NDTV 10 Aug 2026 4:20 pm

Demands for Strict Action Against Youths Who Ran Over Medical Student in Telangana

Hyderabad, August 10: The Telangana government is calling for severe punishment for the individual and his friend who ran over a medical student last week in a mall in Rajahmundry, Andhra Pradesh. Telanganas Animal Husbandry Minister, Vakiti Srihari, visited Gandhi Hospital on Monday to console the victims family. Priyanka, the medical student, succumbed to her ... Read more Demands for Strict Action Against Youths Who Ran Over Medical Student in Telangana

Morningstar 10 Aug 2026 3:39 pm

Andhra Pradesh Government Announces Financial Aid for Family of Deceased Medical Student

Amaravati, August 9: The Chief Minister of Andhra Pradesh, N. Chandrababu Naidu, announced a financial aid of 2 million rupees for the family of medical student K. Priyanka on Sunday. Priyanka tragically lost her life after being struck by a car driven by a drunk driver at a mall in Rajahmundry on August 3. The ... Read more Andhra Pradesh Government Announces Financial Aid for Family of Deceased Medical Student

Morningstar 9 Aug 2026 11:20 pm

Hit-and-Run: Rajahmundry PG Medical Student Dies Days After Alleged SUV Crash; Two Arrested

Another hit and run case unfolded in Andhra Pradesh's Rajahmundry where a 28 year old post graduate medical student died while undergoing treatment in Hyderabad. The incident, which has sparked outrage among medical students, involved an SUV that allegedly rammed her

Oneindia 9 Aug 2026 9:42 pm

Medical Student Dies After Being Hit by Drunk Drivers in Andhra Pradesh

Hyderabad, August 9: A tragic incident occurred in Rajahmundry, Andhra Pradesh, where a medical student succumbed to her injuries after being struck by a car driven by two intoxicated youths. The accident took place on August 3, near a mall, and the victim, K. Priyanka, passed away on Sunday in a hospital in Hyderabad. Doctors ... Read more Medical Student Dies After Being Hit by Drunk Drivers in Andhra Pradesh

Morningstar 9 Aug 2026 7:40 pm

Rajahmundry Hit-and-run: Medico Priyanka Dies

Priyanka belongs to Jogulamba Gadwal district. After completion of MBBS, she joined in the dermatology wing in her post graduation and was pursuing first year at GSL Medical College in Rajahmundry

Deccan Chronicle 9 Aug 2026 6:20 pm

Take Strict Action Against Accused In Rajahmundry Medico Accident Case, CM Tells Officials

The officials informed the CM that they had arrested the accused, Dushyanth and Andrew William Joseph, had absconded after ramming their car into the vehicle being ridden by the medicos, in an intoxicated condition

Deccan Chronicle 7 Aug 2026 5:04 pm

Naidu Directs Stringent Action against Accused in Rajahmundry Medicos Hit-and-run Case

The incident occurred outside a shopping mall in East Godavari district's Rajahmundry on Thursday

Deccan Chronicle 7 Aug 2026 1:44 pm

Renacon Launches RENAFLEX Fibre Cement Boards, Advancing Sustainable Construction in India

Renacon , the flagship building materials brand of the Renaatus Group, Erode recently announced the launch of RENAFLEX Fibre Cement Boards (FCB) in Renaatus Product Private Limited, marking a significant milestone in the company's evolution from a manufacturer of green building materials to a comprehensive building solutions provider. Venkatesh Pakala (Dy CEO, RENAATUS Procon); Manoj Poosapoan (JMD, Renaatus Group); P. Selvasundaram (CMD, Renaatus Group); Basto Collins (Sr VP, Renaatus Product) Backed by an investment of INR 350 crore, Renacon has established a world-class integrated manufacturing facility at Naidupeta, Andhra Pradesh, dedicated to the production of AAC Blocks, Rapid Wall Panels and Fibre Cement Boards. Built in a record 12 months, the facility introduces globally benchmarked Laminar Flow Technology to India, delivering precision-engineered, sustainable building materials designed to meet the growing demands of modern construction. Speaking at the launch, Mr. P Selva Sundaram, Chairman and Managing Director, Renaatus Group , said, " The launch of RENAFLEX represents a defining milestone in Renacon's journey towards becoming a complete building solutions provider. Our INR 350 crore investment reflects our long-term vision of combining advanced manufacturing, innovation and sustainability to create world-class products for India's construction industry. By bringing globally proven Laminar Flow Technology to India, we are delivering Fibre Cement Boards that offer superior strength, precision, durability and consistency while supporting faster, safer and greener construction. As India accelerates infrastructure development under Vision 2047 and the 'Make in India' initiative, RENAFLEX will empower architects, developers, contractors and homeowners with high-performance building materials that are built for the future." The launch further strengthens Renacon's expanding portfolio, which already includes Renacon AAC BlocksSouth India's largest and one of the most preferred AAC block brandsmanufactured across three facilities in Tamil Nadu with a combined annual production capacity of one million cubic metres, along with Rapid Wall AAC Sandwich Panels and Renafix Drymix Products. With India's construction sector increasingly embracing sustainable and high-performance building materials, Renacon expects RENAFLEX to play a significant role in enabling modern dry wall solution considering labour shortage by adding to the faster construction, safer and environmentally responsible construction across residential, commercial and industrial projects. This can assist in building government housing schemes like Pradhan Mantri Awas Yojana 2.0 scheme targeting 1 crore additional houses and Affordable Rental Housing Complexes scheme for quicker completion. With India's AAC market growing at a CAGR of 1012% since 2010 and projected to expand by nearly 15% annually over the next five years, Renacon expects RENAFLEX to play a key role in accelerating the adoption of advanced Fibre Cement Board systems and driving the transition towards faster, greener and more sustainable construction across India. We are looking at 100% utilization of the existing plant in Naidupeta by March 2027 which will help Renaflex gaining a good share in Fibre cement board market in a year and half time. Asia's Largest Integrated AAC and Fibre Cement Board Manufacturing Facility The new Naidupeta facility has an annual production capacity of 60,000 metric tonnes of Fibre Cement Boards, making it Asia's largest integrated AAC and Fibre Cement Board manufacturing facility. The project is expected to generate employment direct and indirectly for more than 1000 people, while strengthening domestic manufacturing under the Government of India's " Make in India " initiative. At the heart of the manufacturing process is Laminar Flow Technology, an advanced production system that ensures: Superior flexural strength Excellent impact resistance Zero undulation for exceptionally smooth surfaces High dimensional accuracy and consistency Enhanced durability for long-term performance The facility manufactures both Type A (High Density) and Type B Fibre Cement Boards, along with RENAFLEX Elegante Designer Fibre Cement Boards, specially developed for architects and designers seeking premium aesthetics for wall cladding, faades and interior dcor. The high-density boards are engineered for demanding exterior applications requiring exceptional strength and weather resistance. Engineered for Green, Fire-Rated and Sustainable Construction RENAFLEX Fibre Cement Boards are precision-engineered for modern interior and exterior construction systems, combining durability, safety and sustainability. Key features include: Fire resistance Moisture resistance Termite resistance High dimensional stability Smooth and consistent finishes Long service life Faster installation with reduced maintenance The boards are suitable for a wide range of applications, including: Interior partitions False ceilings Faades Mezzanine flooring Roof underlay Wet area installations Duct covering Prefabricated structures Furniture Modular interiors Manufactured using environmentally responsible processes, RENAFLEX supports sustainable construction by reducing environmental impact while improving durability, operational efficiency and lifecycle performance. The product aligns with green building certification frameworks such as IGBC and GRIHA, helping developers deliver environmentally responsible and energy-efficient buildings. With increasing emphasis on fire-rated construction across commercial, industrial and public infrastructure projects, RENAFLEX is well positioned for applications in commercial buildings, hospitals, educational institutions, industrial facilities, site offices, security cabins and residential developments. Fibre Cement Boards have already gained widespread acceptance across Europe, the United Kingdom, the United States, China and Australia for their strength, durability and sustainability. Through RENAFLEX, Renacon aims to bring these globally benchmarked standards to the Indian construction industry. Expanding Across India and Global Markets Renacon will initially focus on the southern markets of Tamil Nadu, Andhra Pradesh, Telangana, Karnataka and Kerala, before expanding into international markets across Europe, the Middle East and Africa and 50% of the business to come from exports for Renaatus Products Private Limited. The company expects growing demand for prefabricated construction, sustainable building materials and fire-rated building systems to drive strong growth in both domestic and overseas markets. About Renacon Renacon is the flagship building materials brand of Renaatus Procon Private Limited, headquartered in Erode, Tamil Nadu. The company manufactures AAC Blocks, Rapid Wall AAC Sandwich Panels, Renafix Drymix Products and RENAFLEX Fibre Cement Boards, delivering innovative, sustainable and high-performance building solutions for modern construction. The Renaatus Group has executed several landmark infrastructure projects across India and overseas, including Rajahmundry Airport, Chennai Central Towerone of Chennai's tallest commercial developmentsand the Gan International Airport Project in the Maldives. The Group has also launched its flagship residential development, VARAM in Coimbatore, further strengthening its commitment to creating world-class infrastructure and sustainable communities. Participants in the Press meet: Mr. P Selva Sundaram, Chairman and Managing Director, Renaatus Group Mr. Manoj Poosappan, Joint Managing Director, Renaatus Group Mr. Venkatesh Pakala, Dy, CEO, Renaatus Procon Private Limited Mr. Basto Collins, Senior Vice President, Renaatus Products Private Limited

News Voir 30 Jul 2026 11:54 am

AP to Rope in Experts from Pune, Tadoba to Capture Tiger

Rajahmundry Circle chief conservator of forests T Jyothi said, We are making all out efforts to capture the tiger as our teams are continuously monitoring its movements.

Deccan Chronicle 30 Jul 2026 7:17 am

Rajahmundry airport records 31 bird hit incidents during 2025-26, sparks safety concerns

Unofficial dumping yards of solid waste and poultry waste surrounding the airport have attracted the birds, according to the airport authorities

The Hindu 27 Jul 2026 9:19 pm

Toddler, Grandfather Killed in NH-16 Crash

The deceased were identified as M. Suribabu and his grandson. Police said six members of a family were travelling from Srikakulam to Rajahmundry when the accident occurred.

Deccan Chronicle 22 Jun 2026 11:02 pm

SCoR to short terminate several trains for Narsapur yard development works

Trains running between Guntur, Vijayawada, Rajahmundry, Nidadavolu and Narsapur stations will be regulated, says official

The Hindu 17 Jun 2026 7:29 pm

Andhra Pradesh Biodiversity Board plans Statewide rollout of OECMs

The OECMs planned include harnessing industrial greenbelts,development of micro-forests in cities such as Vijayawada, Tirupati, Visakhapatnam, Kurnool and Rajahmundry

The Hindu 13 Jun 2026 3:34 pm

15 Passengers Injured in Private Travels Bus Accident in Khammam

A bus belonging to KVR Travels was going to Hyderabad from Rajahmundry hit the railway bridge at midnight after losing control: Police

Deccan Chronicle 8 Jun 2026 10:06 am

3 killed, 7 injured as APSRTC bus rams parked lorry in Visakhapatnam

Co-driver and two passengers die on the spot after Rajahmundry-Parvathipuram bus crashes into coal-laden vehicle near Sri Nagar Junction; overspeeding suspected, government announces 5 lakh ex gratia to victims families

The Hindu 31 May 2026 8:16 pm

Massive Fire Breaks Out in Rajahmundry Clothing Store Due to Short Circuit

Rajahmundry, May 29: A significant incident occurred in Rajahmundry, Andhra Pradesh, on Friday when a devastating fire erupted at a clothing store near the Kotagummam Center. According to reports, the fire was caused by an electrical short circuit, which quickly escalated and spread throughout the entire building within minutes. Witnesses noted that smoke and flames ... Read more Massive Fire Breaks Out in Rajahmundry Clothing Store Due to Short Circuit

Morningstar 29 May 2026 7:26 pm

AP: Engg Student Drowns At Pollur Waterfall

Five students of GIET went to Pollur Waterfalls in Chintur mandal from Rajahmundry to enjoy their summer vacation. The five friends went to the place on two two-wheelers. While enjoying in the water, one of the students, M. Moses (21), drowned in the water

Deccan Chronicle 22 May 2026 4:19 pm

CJ Lisa Gill Inaugurates Ten-Court Building Complex in Rajahmundry

The Chief Justice advised caution while using AI. She underlined that technology must not be allowed to undermine the independent thinking process.

Deccan Chronicle 9 May 2026 11:50 pm

Andhra Pradesh Government Announces Five Model E-Mobility Cities

Amaravati, May 1: The Andhra Pradesh government has officially announced five model e-mobility cities across the state. This initiative marks a significant step towards establishing a sustainable, technology-driven, and future-ready urban mobility ecosystem. These five model e-mobility cities represent the states five administrative regions: Visakhapatnam in northern Andhra, Rajahmundry in the Godavari region, Vijayawada in ... Read more Andhra Pradesh Government Announces Five Model E-Mobility Cities

Morningstar 1 May 2026 7:12 pm