Tirupati Police Step Up Action Against Ganja Network; PD Act Invoked Against Repeat Offenders
Tirupati police have intensified their crackdown on ganja trafficking and consumption, booking 16 alleged traffickers under preventive detention laws and arresting 124 persons so far in 2026.
Cyclone may bring isolated heavy rain to Andhra Pradesh from November 18 to 20
According to the IMDs afternoon bulletin, heavy rain is likely at one or two places in coastal Andhra Pradesh and gusty winds, with speed reaching 40-50 kmph, on November 18, 19 and 20.
Singer and composer Vishal Dadlani recently opened up about the unusual story behind his signature shaved-head look, revealing that the decision dates back to when he was just 23 years old. One half of the popular music composer duo Vishal-Shekhar, Dadlani has established himself as a familiar face on television through his appearances as a judge on several reality shows. While his distinctive appearance has become closely associated with his public identity, the singer revealed that it was initially driven by a sudden religious impulse. During an appearance on Neha Dhupia and Angad Bedis double-date YouTube series, Vishal was joined by singer-actor Shruti Haasan for a conversation. Recalling how he decided to shave his head, the composer revealed that he was deeply religious at the time and woke up one day with an overwhelming desire to visit Tirupati. Speaking about the experience, Vishal said, I shaved it at 23. I was very religious. This one day I woke up and had this extreme urge to go to Tirupati and shave my head. And I did. And then I dont know what happened, I swore then and there that I will never keep hair. His revelation prompted Neha Dhupia to ask what made him take such a firm decision. When she questioned him about the reason behind the promise, Vishal admitted that he did not have a particular explanation for it. Responding to her question, he said, I dont know why I do these things. It is the same reason I dont drink alcohol. I had decided in my childhood that I will never drink and I do not drink. My whole family used to drink. Social drinking was normal as I am from a Sindhi house. I just never felt like I should drink. The singer also spoke about another instance where his determination helped him make a lifestyle change. Recalling his smoking habit, he revealed that he was once a heavy smoker but decided to quit without gradually reducing his consumption. Explaining his decision, Vishal said, I was a heavy smoker and I gave up instantly. Because I knew if I wont, then I never will. His conversation offered a glimpse into the personal choices that have shaped his life over the years. From shaving his head following a religious experience to staying away from alcohol and quitting smoking, Vishal's anecdotes highlighted his tendency to make firm decisions and stick to them. Despite his earlier religious beliefs, he is now an atheist, making the story behind his signature look an interesting part of his personal journey. Also Read : Vishal Dadlani sells Goregaon West commercial unit for Rs. 3.34 crores: Report
Hyderabad devotee donates Rs 10 cr to TTD, biggest single donation in 2026
Hyderabad: A devotee from Hyderabad donated Rs 10 crore to the Tirumala Tirupati Devasthanams on Friday, November 13, becoming the biggest single donor to the temple in 2026. Srikanth Kodali and his family donated the amount to Sri Venkateswara Nithya Annaprasadam Trust of the TTD, which provides free meals to pilgrims. Kodali and his family 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 .
Focus on commercial infrastructure, Sribharat tells real estate developers
Three killed in two separate road accidents in Vizag and Anakapalli districts
Navy, security agencies hold coastal defence drills off Visakhapatnam
Agnikul Cosmos to set up 510 crore facility in Tirupati
Space start-ups Astrobase, SpaceFields, EtherealX and Skyroot Aerospace to also set up facilities in Andhra Pradesh
Nagula Chavithi celebrated with religious fervour in Tirupati
Nagula Chavithi celebrated with religious fervour in Tirupati
Andhra Pradesh to build unique space economy ecosystem, says minister Lokesh
Digital Desk | Visakhapatnam, Nov 13 (IANS) Andhra Pradesh Education and IT Minister Nara Lokesh on Friday expressed confidence that Andhra Pradesh, unlike other states, will build a unique space economy ecosystem. Speaking at a session on India's New Space Economy on the second day of the CII Partnership Summit 2026 in Visakhapatnam, Lokesh said the space economy was at the beginning of an exciting phase, with enormous opportunities yet to be explored. The Minister said Andhra Pradesh had created a strong sense of excitement around the space economy and was positioning itself differently from other states. He emphasised that a thriving industrial ecosystem could not be developed merely through incentives or freebies, but required collective efforts and collaboration among all stakeholders. He highlighting the growing opportunities for startups, entrepreneurs and research institutions. He stressed the importance of bringing together thought leaders, entrepreneurs and academia to create a sustainable and vibrant space industry ecosystem. According to him, close collaboration among these groups would be essential to identify opportunities, encourage innovation and translate emerging ideas into successful ventures. Expressing confidence in the state's vision, Lokesh said that Andhra Pradesh was committed to turning its ambitions into reality. The Minister added that Andhra Pradesh would work towards building a distinctive and thriving ecosystem for the space economy through collective leadership, entrepreneurship and academic collaboration. Addressing college students on the emerging opportunities in the space economy, Lokesh noted how state governments can contribute to a sector largely governed by the Central government. He said Andhra Pradesh is adopting a systematic approach to developing sector-specific ecosystems by identifying key industries, mapping all stakeholders and attracting investments and companies to the state. He emphasised the need for strong vertical and horizontal integration to build a comprehensive space industry ecosystem. Vertical integration involves attracting sub-component manufacturers, suppliers and vendors who support major space companies such as Skyroot in developing and launching their rockets. Lokesh said that a significant number of these supporting companies are Micro, Small and Medium Enterprises (MSMEs), which play a crucial role in strengthening the supply chain. Citing an example, he mentioned meeting an MSME exhibitor that had manufactured a shield for a rocket. Explaining horizontal integration, Lokesh said it involves bringing academia and industry together by revamping academic curricula, encouraging research and strengthening testing and certification facilities through Centres of Excellence. He highlighted the collaboration with IIT Tirupati to establish a Centre of Excellence in the energy sector, particularly in view of the growing cluster of ingot, solar wafer and solar cell manufacturing companies in the region. Lokesh also stressed the need for a dedicated national policy to develop an integrated space industry ecosystem and said state governments should proactively identify and attract companies such as Skyroot. He called for a systematic approach to identifying the entire value chain, including component manufacturers, suppliers and vendors, and bringing them together within a common industrial ecosystem.
Hyderabad devotee donates Rs 10 crore to Tirumala trust
Tirupati: A Hyderabad-based devotee on Friday, November 13, donated Rs 10 crore to the Sri Venkateswara Annaprasadam Trust run by the Tirumala Tirupati Devasthanams (TTD). Kodali Srikanth handed over the donation cheque to TTD Additional Executive Officer Ch Venkaiah Chowdary at the Ranganayakula Mandapam in the Srivari Temple, said an official press release from 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 .
New Rake Under Trial for Tirupati-Visakhapatnam Double Decker Train
The new train is currently undergoing trials at the Rail Coach Factory in Kapurthala, Punjab.
Dixon Technologies to invest 700 crore in Tirupati in AP
Minister Lokesh thanked Dixon for expansion plans at Kopparthy and Tirupati for the Dixon Tirupati hub, Indias largest LED TV plant
Same Questions, Same Serial Numbers: NTRUHS Exam Triggers Controversy
The Paper-II, Clinical Applications-I, for Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery was held at medical colleges in Visakhapatnam, Guntur, Tirupati and other locations.
AU signs MoU with Boston Architectural College
Free entry for children at Vizag zoo on November 14
Vizag CII Summit: Andhra Pradesh attracts mega investments in aerospace, maritime, food Sectors
Astrobase Space Technologies signs MoU to expand rocket testing facility at Thimmasamudram; Japan Research Institute keen to develop industrial and shipbuilding clusters; S.L.N. Coffee signs 2,500-crore MoU to build integrated instant coffee manufacturing campus by 2035
Naidu underscores the governments commitment to increasing women workforce participation in the State to 50% from the current 35.8%
Vizag Zoo announces free entry for children up to 12 years on Childrens Day
The leaders try their hand at tribal art and taste Araku Coffee before the summits inaugural session
CII Partnership Summit: CM Naidu seeks WIPOs support to boost innovation ecosystem in A.P.
Naidu proposes WIPOAndhra Pradesh Academy to conduct joint training programmes on patents, trademarks, industrial designs, and technology protection tailored for students, researchers, startup founders, and MSMEs
CII Partnership Summit: Andhra CM Naidu makes investment pitch before UAE, Japanese delegations
Naidu invites UAE to invest in food, maritime and aerospace sectors and discusses skill development, critical minerals, steel industry and green energy with Japanese Ambassador
CM Naidu urges Singapore to focus on integrated model township in Andhra Pradesh
Naidu calls for a coordinated approach to implementing the projects identified in the MoU between Andhra Pradesh and Singapore
Want to make Vizag AI data centre hub, says Andhra CM N Chandrababu Naidu
Andhra Pradesh Chief Minister N Chandrababu Naidu targets a $2.07 trillion state economy by 2047, with plans to position Visakhapatnam as an AI data centre hub and Tirupati as a global design capital.
India Navy to conduct pan-India coastal defence exercise Sea Vigil-26
Tirupati Super Swachh Leaguer For Fourth Consecutive Year
Kuppam-Tirupati partnership ranks third in Swachh Shehar Jodi: Reports
NDA's MPTC Lead Fails To Translate Into ZPTC Win In Tirupati Rural
YSRC candidate Chevireddy Harshit Reddy wins the ZPTC seat by 563 votes despite the NDA securing a 3,027-vote lead in MPTC polls.
Union Minister opens Promenade at Vizag port; lays foundation stone for 560 cr. projects
Summit beautification works should be permanent, says GVMC Commissioner
ASR Collector presents districts development roadmap to JICA Team
Man arrested for peddling ganja in Tirupati district
Japan keen to establish second industrial cluster in Andhra Pradesh
Envoy Keiichi Ono discusses investment opportunities with Naidu ahead of CII summit; talks cover infrastructure, skill development and green energy
Tirupati trekking group replaces firecrackers with sky lanterns to celebrate Deepavali
Tirupati Adventure Addicts lit a bunch of sky lanterns and released them into the sky, presenting a mesmerising view from the top of the nearest cliff as well as from the city downhill
Spicy food, speedy approvals: Lokesh welcomes CII summit delegates to Vizag
Andhra Pradesh is set to sign 141 MoUs worth 12.14 lakh crore and issue 30 Government Orders at the November 1213 summit, with investments projected to generate 2.46 lakh jobs
Andhra aims to secure 10 lakh crore at CII Partnership Summit, says TDP MP Chintakayala Vijay
Andhra Pradeshs GSDP growth rose to a record 8.51%, making it the second fastest-growing State, Rajya Sabha MP Chintakayala Vijay says
Over 3,800 delegates from 59 countries are expected at the two-day summit, with more than 160 MoUs lined up
Vizag CII Summit 2026: six regional conferences secure 86,522 crore investment
CII Partnership Summit 2026 in Visakhapatnam aims to top 2025 editions 13.35 lakh crore investment pledges
Tirupati Gears Up For DGP-IGP Conference, Modi To Attend
Tirupati district administration steps up preparations for the national conference of DGPs and IGPs scheduled for the first week of December, with PM Narendra Modi expected to attend.
Fear, stigma, financial concerns keep cancer patients from seeking timely care, says expert
Traffic curbs, diversions announced for CII Summit in Visakhapatnam
Police have allocated 12 dedicated parking lots totaling a capacity of 1,775 four-wheelers across AU campus grounds.
Govardhan puja, Gau puja celebrated at Hare Krishna Vaikuntham
Visakhapatnam gets a facelift ahead of CII summit
Andhra Pradesh converts investment projects worth 17.2 lakh crore ahead of Vizag CII Summit
State achieves 74% conversion rate in 526 industrial projects, says government; over 160 MoUs involving investments over 11 lakh crore is expected to be signed during the 31st CII Summit
TDP-led NDA dominates Tirupati district in ZPTC/MPTC elctions
Narrow escape for passengers as private bus catches fire in Andhra
Digital Desk | Amaravati, Nov 10 (IANS) Passengers of a private travel bus had a narrow escape after the vehicle caught fire in Andhra Pradeshs Prakasam district in the early hours of Tuesday, police said. The accident occurred near Chandi in Valetivaripalem mandal around 1.30 a.m. The bus, which was heading to Vijayawada from Kadapa, caught fire after one of its front tyres came off. The alert driver immediately stopped the bus and alerted the passengers. There were 33 passengers aboard the bus, and all of them got off before the flames engulfed the vehicle. The bus was completely gutted in the fire. A fire engine rushed to the spot and doused the fire. Police have registered a case and taken up the investigation. Prakasam district had witnessed a similar accident in May this year. As many as 36 passengers of a private travel bus had a narrow escape when the vehicle caught fire at Bheemavaram Adda Road in Ulavapadu mandal. The bus was on its way to Tirupati from Hyderabad. The driver noticed smoke emanating from the engine. Showing presence of mind, he immediately stopped the bus and alerted passengers. All the passengers managed to get down from the bus before the fire engulfed the vehicle. Everyone heaved a sigh of relief as all passengers deboarded. Meanwhile, two police personnel were injured when a police vehicle overturned at Pargi in Vikarabad district of Telangana. The driver apparently lost control of the vehicle and rammed into a road divider. The accident occurred when police personnel were returning to Hyderabad from Kodangal, where they were part of the security arrangements made for Telangana Chief Minister A. Revanth Reddy. The Chief Ministers three-day visit to his Assembly constituency, Vikarabad, concluded on Monday. Meanwhile, three people were injured in another road accident at Nacharam near Hyderabad on Tuesday. The accident occurred when a speeding car rammed into an auto-rickshaw. Police shifted the injured to a hospital.
Optional Travel Insurance Scheme urged for railway staff
Legal awareness rally held to mark National Legal Services Day
Palnadu district tops healthcare services ranking in Andhra Pradesh
Polavaram ranked second with 81.5%, followed by Nellore 80.7%, Tirupati 78.3%, and Krishna 77.5%; Kurnool ranked among the lowest with 69.5%
Amit Shah, Piyush Goyal to attend CII Partnership Summit inauguration on November 12, says official
Vice-President C.P. Radhakrishnan to grace valedictory session; Chief Minister N. Chandrababu Naidu to reach Visakhapatnam on November 11
Visakhapatnam gears up for 31st CII Partnership Summit
Over 1,250 delegates from 59 countries, 15 foreign ministers and global business leaders expected at the November 12-13 event, which aims to attract investments and generate jobs in North Coastal Andhra
TDP-led coalition wins 85 pc ZPTCs, 75 pc MPTCs in Andhra civic body polls
Digital Desk | Amaravati, Nov 8 (IANS) Continuing its impressive performance in local body elections, the Telugu Desam Party (TDP)-led NDA in Andhra Pradesh has bagged 499 out of 582 Zilla Parishad Territorial Constituencies (ZPTC) seats and 5,861 out of 7,768 Mandal Parishad Territorial Constituencies (MPTC) seats. Opposition YSR Congress Party (YSRCP) emerged second biggest party after the TDP to wing 76 ZPTCs and 1,711 MPTCs. The State Election Commission (SEC) on Sunday night released the final results of the counting. Polling was conducted for 582 ZPTCs and 7,767 MPTCs in 28 districts on November 5 following the declaration of 77 and 2,051 ZPTCs and MPTCs respectively as unanimously elected. The TDP and its allies, the Jana Sena Party (JSP) and the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) captured majority of the seats. The TDP emerged as the largest party, winning 406 ZPTCs and 4,806 MPTCs. The JSP led by Deputy Chief Minister Pawan Kalyan bagged 73 ZPTCs and 938 MPTCs. The BJP won 20 ZPTCs and 117 MPTCs. The YSRCP, which was crushed by the ruling TDP-led coalition in the urban local body elections last week, performed better, winning 76 ZPTCs and 1,711 MPTCs. The Congress drew a blank while CPI-M won one ZPTC and 15 MPTCs. Six Independents emerged victorious in ZPTC polls while 162 Independents were elected in MPTC elections. The ruling TDP-led coalition swept the polls in majority of the districts. Out of 32 ZPTCs in Sri Sathya Sai district, TDP won 21 and YSRCP nine. In Tirupati district, the TDP bagged 21 out of 31 seats. YSRCP stood second with six seats. In YSR Kadapa, the home district of YSRCP Chief Y.S. Jagan Mohan Reddy, his party could win only two out of 16 ZPTC seats. The TDP bagged 12 seats and the remaining two were won by JSP. TDP also won 26 out of 30 ZPTCs in SPSR Nellore district while YSRCP could win just two, continued their stellar performance in the elections to the Zilla and Mandal Parishad Territorial Constituencies (ZPTCs and MPTCs) after crushing the YSRCP in the Urban Local Body (ULB) elections. The YSRCP leaders alleged that the counting of votes polled in the ZPTCs and MPTCs was fraught with irregularities, and the State Election Commission ignored their complaints. YSRCP Chief Jagan Mohan Reddy alleged that irregularities continue to taint the local body elections under Chief Minister Chandrababu Naidu. He claimed that like during the municipal election count, officials during the ZPTC and MPTC vote count were also pressured to manipulate results in several districts. Democracy is being undermined at every turn. Chandrababu Naidu may have won the election, but he has suffered a moral defeat. We may have lost the election, but we have won the hearts of the people, Jagan Mohan Reddy said. Power may help someone win an election, but it cannot earn the people's trust. Democracy may be suppressed, but the people's aspirations cannot be silenced. I salute our party leaders and workersespecially the womenwho stood firm in defence of democracy despite obstacles, attacks and intimidation. We will continue this struggle with even greater determination, the former Chief Minister added.
Former Zilla Parishad Chairperson loses Munchingiputtu ZPTC seat to CPI(M)
YSRCP leads in five ZPTC segments of Pedabayalu, Paderu, Ananthagiri, Chintapalli and Dumbriguda, while TDP is ahead in Koyyuru and Araku Valley
One drowned, another missing at Visakhapatnams RK Beach
Visakhapatnam Collector directs officials to ensure foolproof arrangements for CII Summit
Tirupati Markets Bustle With Diwali Shoppers
Gandhi Road, TK Street and Bazaar Street saw large crowds throughout the day, with the rush peaking in the evening.
A.P.-SECM launches State-level Short Video Contest on energy conservation for students
Competition is open for students from Classes 7 to 10 in all government, aided and private schools; videos (in Telugu, English, or Hindi) have to be of 30 seconds to 2 minutes duration
Police officers swift action saves journalists life in Anakapalli during ZPTC elections counting
Hospital sources confirmed that the journalist received prompt medical attention and is currently undergoing treatment.
Busoverturns asdriver falls asleep, seveninjuredin Tirupati
The driver has reportedly dozed off and applied sudden brake while the bus slipped towards an adjacent canal, which was not clear due to stagnant rainwater on the road
BengaluruVisakhapatnam Private Travel Bus Overturns in Tirupati District, 20 Injured
Around 40 passengers were on board at the time of the accident. At least 20 passengers sustained injuries, while the bus driver suffered serious injuries.
Isolated rain likely in Andhra Pradesh till November 12
Officials told to make fool proof arrangements for CII Partnership Summit
CII Partnership Summit will be held on November 12 and 13 at the Andhra University Engineering College grounds in Visakhapatnam
GVMC gives permission to set up over 300 firecracker stalls in Visakhapatnam for Deepavali
The stalls have been granted permission after scrutinising the applications, verifying the details, and ensuring that the prescribed requirements were met, says GVMC Regional Fire Officer
IIT Tirupati Junior Library Executive Recruitment 2026
Indian Institute of Technology Tirupati (IIT Tirupati) has released the notification for 4 Junior Library Executive posts. Eligible candidates can apply online at iittp.ac.in till 25 November 2026.
Indian chess grandmaster and reigning World Champion Gukesh Dommaraju visited the Tirumala temple in Andhra Pradesh on Friday to offer prayers to Lord Sri Venkateswara Swamy ahead of his upcoming title defence at the FIDE World Chess Championship 2026. The 20-year-old grandmaster sought the blessings of the deity at the revered shrine atop the Tirumala hills in Tirupati district as he prepares for a challenging contest against Uzbekistan's Javokhir Sindarov. Gukesh is scheduled to defend his world championship crown in a 14-game classical chess match against Sindarov from November 24 to December 12, 2026. The contest will take place at the Fondation Martin Bodmer in Cologny, Geneva, Switzerland. The Indian prodigy will look to retain the title he won in December 2024 after defeating China's Ding Liren in Singapore. At 18 years, six months and 24 days, Gukesh became the youngest undisputed World Chess Champion in history. His title triumph marked a significant milestone in Indian chess,...
APPCB steps up State-wide measures to curb air, noise pollution
SCoR GM inspects railway infrastructure, safety in VisakhapatnamKantakapalli section
Visakhapatnam to host India-Sri Lanka ODI on December 13
CII Summit: GVMC chief reviews venue preparations
SCoR administration, union discuss staff issues post- bifurcation
75% voter turnout in Anakapalli district
Incidents Mar ZPTC, MPTC Polling In Chittoor, Tirupati
Tension was evident at Saptagiri Nagar polling station in Chandragiri when YSRC leader Chevireddy Bhaskar Reddy entered the booth and Chandragiri MLA Pulivarthi Nani too arrived there.
Bonded-labour survivor votes for first time in Tirupati
Workers unions oppose privatisation of Golden Jubilee Hospital
SC rejects plea to move Tirupati laddu case out of Andhra Pradesh
New Delhi: The Supreme Court on Thursday, November 5, refused to entertain a plea for transferring the trial in the Tirupati laddus ghee adulteration case out of Andhra Pradesh. A bench of Chief Justice Surya Kant and Justice Joymalya Bagchi dismissed the petition filed by accused Machindra Shantaram Lanke, a Maharashtra-based dairy industry businessman and 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 .
SC refuses to transfer trial in Tirupati laddus ghee adulteration case out of Andhra Pradesh
The Supreme Court dismissed a plea for transferring the Tirupati ghee adulteration trial from Andhra Pradesh. Accused Machindra Shantaram Lanke argued that political statements created a hostile trial environment. He claimed that most accused were from North India, complicating language issues. The court established an independent SIT to investigate allegations of animal fat in Tirupati laddus.
Tirupati Laddu Case: SC Declines To Transfer Trial Out Of AP
Supreme Court refuses to transfer the Tirupati laddu adulteration probe outside Andhra Pradesh, saying no case for transfer is made out at this stage.
Supreme Court refuses to transfer Tirupathi ghee adulteration case out of Andhra Pradesh
CBI and Enforcement Directorate (ED) investigations into the case had revealed a 250 crore scam involving the supply of 68 lakh kg of fake and synthetic ghee to the Tirumala Tirupati Devasthanams (TTD) between 2019 and 2024
SC declines to shift Tirupati laddu adulteration trial outside Andhra Pradesh
Digital Desk | New Delhi, Nov 5 (IANS) The Supreme Court on Thursday declined to transfer the trial in the alleged Tirupati laddu adulteration case outside Andhra Pradesh, holding that no case was made out for shifting the proceedings to another state at this stage. A Bench of Chief Justice of India (CJI) Surya Kant and Justice Joymalya Bagchi passed the order while hearing a criminal transfer petition filed by Machindra Shantaram Lanke and M/s Malganga Milk and Agro Products, seeking transfer of the trial from Andhra Pradesh. Appearing for the petitioners, senior advocate Siddharth Dave submitted that political statements were continuously being made by Chief Minister Chandrababu Naidu and Deputy Chief Minister of Andhra Pradesh Pawan Kalyan, raising concerns over the fairness of the prosecution. Prosecution has to be fair, Dave submitted, urging the top court to shift the trial to a neighbouring state where the matter would not carry the same emotive significance. Responding to the submissions, the CJI Kant-led Bench observed that the Supreme Court had already silenced them all with our order, adding that the petitioners could approach the apex court again if any such issue arose. It accordingly declined to grant the relief, holding that no case had been made out for shifting the trial outside Andhra Pradesh. The development comes amid the politically charged controversy surrounding allegations of adulteration of ghee used in the preparation of laddus offered as 'prasadam' at the Sri Venkateswara Swamy temple in Tirupati. The controversy had erupted in September 2024 after Andhra CM Chandrababu Naidu alleged that animal fat was used in the preparation of the temple's laddus during the previous YSRCP government. On September 30, 2024, the Supreme Court had admonished Chandrababu Naidu for making public statements on the alleged adulteration while an investigation was underway, observing that we expect the Gods to be kept away from politics. The apex court had subsequently, on October 4, 2024, entrusted the investigation to an independent Special Investigation Team (SIT) under the supervision of the Director of the Central Bureau of Investigation (CBI). The CBI-led SIT filed its final charge sheet before an Anti-Corruption Bureau court in Nellore on January 23, 2026, after completing the investigation. The charge sheet referred to findings of the ICAR-National Dairy Research Institute, Karnal, which analysed four sealed ghee samples drawn by the Tirumala Tirupati Devasthanams (TTD) from tankers supplied in July 2024. The laboratory report found no presence of lard or animal fat in the samples. However, investigators concluded that the ghee had been adulterated with a mixture of vegetable oils and laboratory esters allegedly designed to mimic the chemical parameters of dairy products. Meanwhile, the Enforcement Directorate (ED) has also registered an Enforcement Case Information Report (ECIR) under the Prevention of Money Laundering Act to investigate alleged financial irregularities linked to the case. In March 2026, Naidu reportedly reiterated his allegations against the previous government, accusing it of attempting to tarnish the reputation of the temple and spreading false propaganda over the CBI-led SIT report.
Polling underway for MPTC, ZPTC elections in Andhra Pradesh
Digital Desk | Amaravati, Nov 5 (IANS) Polling was underway for MPTC and ZPTC elections across Andhra Pradesh on Thursday amid tight security. Polling began at 7 a.m. at 31,460 polling centres for Mandal Parishad Territorial Constituencies (MPTCs) and Zilla Parishad Territorial Constituencies (ZPTCs). Voters were seen lined up at polling centres since morning to cast their votes. About 2.61 crore voters are eligible to participate in the polling process, which will continue till 5 a.m., the State Election Commission (SEC) officials said. Polling is being held for 582 ZPTC and 7,767 MPTC seats. Out of the 663 ZPTCs, polling notification was issued for 659 ZPTCs. Similarly, the notification was issued for 9,829 MPTCs out of 9,858 ZPTCs in the state. Elections to 77 ZPTCs and 2,051 MPTC seats have been unanimous. A total of 21,012 candidates are in the fray for these polls. According to the SEC, 2,169 candidates are contesting ZPTC seats while 18,843 are in fray for MPTC polls. The SEC has deployed 2,01,116 polling officers and other staff for conducting the polling process. In view of heavy rain, the SEC has postponed polling in five mandals in Eluru and East Godavari districts. Polling has also been postponed at two polling centres in another mandal. Polling in these mandals will be held on Friday. In view of the incidents of violence reported during the nomination process for urban local bodies and MPTC and ZPTC polls, and also during the polling for urban local bodies, the SEC has made elaborate arrangements for peaceful, free and fair polls. Additional forces have been deployed in Palnadu, Annamayya, YSR Kadapa and Tirupati districts. The SEC identified 8,904 polling stations as sensitive and 7,160 centres as hyper sensitive. CCTV cameras have been deployed at 16,084 polling centres. The SEC has made arrangements for webcasting at 6,000 centres, while videography has been arranged at 6,507 centres. Repoll, if any, will be conducted on November 6, while counting of votes will be taken up on November 7. The polling was originally scheduled on November 4. However, the SEC rescheduled the polling in view of the postponement of urban local body elections from October 28 to November 1, following the Supreme Court order. The TDP-led ruling coalition, the NDA, is confident of winning the majority of seats. TDP and its allies, Jana Sena and BJP, have already made a clean sweep in municipal elections, winning 95 out of 100 urban local bodies for which elections were held on November 1.
What NDAs clean sweep in local body polls means for Andhra Pradesh politics
NDAs thumping success in the local body elections is on the expected line, say political analysts, adding that though results show no hint of anti-incumbency, the alliance partners need to focus on ironing out the rifts
TDP sweeps four Municipal Corporations in A.P. local polls
Ruling party emerges victorious in Tirupati, Kadapa, Nellore and Ongole; YSRCP, which swept across wards in 2021 Municipal polls in Kadapa and Nellore, won just one ward in each corporation
Andhra Pradesh: 12.54 Lakh Voters To Vote In Parishad Elections In Tirupati District
The district administration has set up 1,505 polling stations, with webcasting at every location to monitor the polling process: Reports
Andhra Pradesh cautions youth against lucrative job offers in Russian army
In an alert, the government advises job-seekers to verify visa details, job contracts, and legitimacy of the recruitment agencies through official channels, and report any suspicious offers to the police or relevant authorities
Mukka Sravani set to become new Mayor of Vizag; YSRCP begins internal post-mortem
TDP candidate wins Tirupati Mayoral seat
Manne Srinivasa Prasadwins the Tirupati Municipal Corporation (TMC) Mayor seatwith a majority of 61,582 votes over YSR Congress Party (YSRCP) candidate Y. Vasudeva
