812 New Police Constables Complete Training in Tirupati District
Passing-out parades held at Kalyani Dam PTC and Venkatagiri APSP Battalion
IndiGo Flight Cancelled At Tirupati Airport After Technical Issue
An IndiGo flight from Tirupati to Hyderabad was cancelled after a technical issue was detected while the aircraft was on the ground.
Centenary of Dalit entry into temple to be organised in Tirupati
Relief work picks up in Visakhapatnam; first flood warning on Nagavali and Vamsadhara
GVMC clears 102 of 112 fallen trees and finds 12 km of roads damaged; Home Minister Anitha asks officials to coordinate with Odisha on flood flows
Debt trap looms large over A.P. weavers
The weaving sector once sustained by handloom cooperative societies across Andhra Pradesh is currently reeling under mounting dues, dwindling orders and disappearing livelihoods, Nellore Sravani reports, as many societies are becoming dormant due to non-payment of dues on the part of the State government
Students protest, flag poor infra at Andhra University; VC assures phased repairs
Power supply restored on war footing across rain-hit north coastal districts, says EPDCL chief
APEPDCL Chairman and Managing Director I. Pruthvitej puts the total loss at 251.33 lakh as per preliminary estimates in the districts under the purview of the discom
IndiGo cancels both legs of its Vijayawada-Bhogapuram service, while Air India Express cancells both legs of its Hyderabad-Bhogapuram service, indicates flight-tracking data
Tirupati ROs List Revised After Erroneous Inclusion Of Retired Officials
The department has sought accountability for the lapse: Reports
Opening Of Chintalachenu Underpass Sparks TD-YSRC War Of Words
YSRC Tirupati in-charge Bhumana Abhinay led a protest at the underpass on Thursday: Reports
ED searches 26 locations in Tirupati Infra money laundering case, alleges GMADA land irregularities
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IISER Tirupati Research Associate Recruitment 2026 - Walkin
IISER Tirupati has released the Recruitment 2026 notification for 1 Research Associate-1 post. Eligible candidates can attend the walk-in interview on 05 October 2026 with the required original documents and self-attested copies.
ACB arrests Special Deputy Collector in Andhras ASR district on 50,000 bribery charge
Punjab govt moves HC against ED raids; court-appointed warrant officer to submit report today
Digital Desk | Chandigarh, Sep 24 (IANS) The Punjab government has approached the Punjab and Haryana High Court, challenging the ongoing Enforcement Directorate searches at the Greater Mohali Area Development Authority (GMADA) and other locations in the state, prompting the court to appoint a warrant officer to monitor the operations. The matter came up for an urgent hearing before Justice Sanjay Vashisth late Wednesday night, with the proceedings continuing till early hours. The high court appointed a senior-rank warrant officer and authorised him to visit the search locations at any time. He has been directed to submit a status report to the court by 2 p.m. on Thursday. The court was informed during the hearing that ED search and seizure operations were underway and that some senior government functionaries had allegedly been detained. The state also submitted that the ongoing action had brought government functioning to a standstill. The court directed the Chandigarh Director General of Police and the Mohali Senior Superintendent of Police to make necessary security arrangements for the warrant officer. The ED searches, being carried out under the Prevention of Money Laundering Act, began at the GMADA headquarters in Mohali, near here, on Tuesday and were extended to several other locations in Punjab, Chandigarh, Panchkula and Delhi. The agency is probing alleged irregularities in land acquisition, changes in land use and financial concessions extended to private real estate entities. The ED has alleged that the suspected undue gains to private entities and corresponding loss to the exchequer could exceed Rs 100 crore. The searches have also covered premises linked to Tirupati Infraprojects Pvt Ltd and associated companies. The agency has been examining records relating to land acquired by GMADA and decisions concerning changes in land use and dues payable to the authority. The ED action has triggered a political confrontation between the ruling Aam Aadmi Party and the BJP-led Centre. The Aam Aadmi Party (AAP) has accused the Central government of using investigative agencies to put pressure on Punjab officials, allegations which have not been established by the court. The AAP on Wednesday said the BJP has lost political ground in Punjab, and is now resorting to Central agencies to intimidate Punjabis and AAP leaders. It said the Centre is trying to disrupt GMADAs functioning and create hurdles for the Bhagwant Mann governments welfare schemes, including the Mawan Dheeyan Satkar Yojna. Central agencies cannot manufacture political support for Prime Minister Narendra Modi and the BJP in Punjab, the party said. In a statement, the AAP said Arvind Kejriwals exposure of the Election Commissions functioning had further rattled the Modi government, which was now resorting to pressure tactics against Punjabis. It said the BJP and the Centre were simultaneously trying to create hurdles in the functioning of GMADA and obstruct the governments welfare initiatives. The BJP is unable to stop the welfare schemes through political means, so attempts are now being made to create administrative pressure and obstacles. The people of Punjab will not allow these tactics to succeed, the AAP said. The party said the BJP could deploy as many agencies as it wanted, but neither raids nor intimidation could weaken the resolve of Punjabis. AAP will stand with Punjab and fight every attempt to obstruct the functioning of the Bhagwant Mann government, stop its welfare schemes or suppress the voice of the people, the party added.
Andhra Pradesh Cabinet clears four new Police Commissionerates
They will be headquartered in Rajamahendravaram, Guntur, Tirupati and Kurnool; it also gives the green signal for several power sector proposals, revised administrative sanctions totalling 463.55 crore for works under HNSS project, and SMI Policy that aims to identify, verify and empanel credible influencers to disseminate information on government schemes
Maha Shanti Yagam concludes nine-day rituals in Tirupati
Woman stranded in flooded Nagavali river rescued in Srikakulam
RINL introduces revised promotion policy for executives
Panchagramalu issues may decide GVMC polls in 20 wards
AP Cabinet Approves New Police Commissionerates in 4 Cities
Among the major decisions taken today, the AP Cabinet approved the setting up of new police commissionerates in four locations - Rajamahendravaram, Guntur, Tirupati, and Kurnool.
Red alert till Thursday morning in Srikakulam, Parvathipuram Manyam, Vizianagaram, ASR and Anakapalli, orange in Visakhapatnam; schools shut across Uttarandhra
APSRTC bus overturns on Andhra Pradesh highway, 20 injured; CCTV captures accident
A non-stop Andhra Pradesh State Road Transport Corporation (APSRTC) bus travelling from Madanapalle to Tirupati met with an accident near Viralamin Valmikipuram mandal of Andhra Pradesh's Annamayya district on Tuesday. The bus overturned on the...
Tirupati: Leopard Sighting Sparks Panic on Alipiri Footpath
Pilgrims were advised to move in groups and exercise caution while crossing the 7th Mile, Narasimha Swamy temple and Mokalla Mettu stretches.
Rains cool Visakhapatnam; holiday declared for educational institutions today
Continuous rain under the influence of a Bay of Bengal depression has brought much-needed relief from the heat in Visakhapatnam, raising hopes of improved groundwater recharge and higher reservoir levels; departments placed on high alert for potential weather-related disruptions
Visakhapatnam Collector tells officials to remain alert amid heavy rain warning
SCoR steps up safety amid heavy rain alert
SCoR steps up safety amid heavy rain alert
Holidays declared for schools in Visakhapatnam, Anakapalli, Srikakulam, and Alluri Sitharama Raju districts
Pushpa Yagam, Akalmasha Homam performed as part of nine-day ritual in Tirupati
Andhra Pradesh revives Nandi awards to honour film and TV talent
The Nandi Film Awards and National Film Awards will be presented at a ceremony proposed to be held either in Amaravati or Vijayawada, while the Nandi Television Awards will be held in Tirupati
On Sign Language Day, an interpreter recalls a moment on stage with the President
CM Naidu lays foundation stones for 3,892 crore worth development projects in Visakhapatnam
Chief Minister virtually launches 16 GVMC and VMRDA projects, including 24/7 drinking water supply systems, sewerage networks, industrial water pipelines and an AI-based traffic management system, with a target of completion within 18 months
CM Naidu lays foundation stones for 3,892 crore worth development projects in Visakhapatnam
Chief Minister virtually launches 16 GVMC and VMRDA projects, including 24/7 drinking water supply systems, sewerage networks, industrial water pipelines and an AI-based traffic management system, with a target of completion within 18 months
20 injured as RTC bus overturns on Tirupati-Madanapalle highway
Police say the bus was travelling at high speed and the driver lost control after a tyre burst, causing the vehicle to overturn and fall into a culvert
20 injured as RTC bus overturns on Tirupati-Madanapalle highway
Police say the bus was travelling at high speed and the driver lost control after a tyre burst, causing the vehicle to overturn and fall into a culvert
As tenure ends, Visakhapatnam ZP focus now on asset sharing
The concluding meeting of the elected bodys five-year term saw members review development initiatives, discuss post-reorganisation challenges and reflect on their role in grassroots governance following the division of the district into three Zilla Parishads
Students block Anantapur-Tirupati highway at Burakayalakota over APSRTC buses skipping stops
About 100 students who commute to colleges in Madanapalle, Punganur and B. Kothakota say a dozen buses skip their stop at peak hours, forcing them to pay 50 to 80 a day for autos
IMD forecasts heavy rain in north coastal Andhra; Vizianagaram, Srikakulam on alert
Steady showers from Srikakulam to Anakapalli since Monday evening bring relief after days of heat; the IMD expects heavy to very heavy rain on Tuesday and Wednesday and winds of 40 to 60 kmph along the coast
Guntur Donors Heart Transplanted Into 14-year-old Girl In Tirupati
The vehicle left Guntur at around 3 pm on Sunday and reached the SPCHC at about 7 pm. Physician Assistant V. Vijay and Perfusionist Shyam Babu accompanied the heart and remained in contact with the transplant team during the journey. The heart was handed over to the SPCHC team soon after its arrival and preparations for the transplant began
14-year-old girl gets new lease of life as SPCHC performs 27th heart transplant
Donor heart transported by road from Guntur to Tirupati in four hours after 38-year-old man was declared brain-dead following a road accident
Sudden downpour in Tirupati brings respite from heat
Ganesh idol immersion leaves Tirupatis Vinayaka Sagar polluted
Several half-immersed idols were seen floating amid discarded garlands, wooden frames, and other decorative materials; officials urged the pandal organisers and public to opt for eco-friendly idols from next year
Over 50 children take part in SCoRWWO drawing contest in Visakhapatnam
Anakapalli SP warns of stringent action against illegal fireworks units
Tirupati: Clothes Distributed to 5,000 TTD Employees During Brahmotsavams
The clothes were distributed at a programme held at the Vaibhavotsava Mandapam in Tirumala by TTD Executive Officer Muddada Ravichandra and Additional EO Ch. Venkaiah Chowdary.
Deep depression in Bay of Bengal may bring heavy rain to A.P. from Sept. 23
System likely to intensify into a deep depression by Sept. 22 and approach the south Odisha-north A.P. coast by Wednesday; isolated heavy to very heavy rain and winds of 50-60 kmph expected
Varuna Yagam performed seeking copious rains in State
It is as part of the nine-day mahayagam currently under way on Siddhartha educational groups Puttur campus in Tirupati district
How TTD plans to unlock value from land and strengthen its financial systems
The Institute of Chartered Accountants of India is working with Tirumala Tirupati Devasthanams on several key projects. These initiatives include monetizing land assets through real estate investment trusts and valuing gold holdings. An updated accounting manual for the temple trust is also nearing completion by the institute. This comprehensive manual will cover all aspects of TTD's financial operations and collections.
Railway officials raise safety concerns over Duvvada ROB, warn GVMC
Tirupati teenager receives US grant for innovative agriculture technology
The 19-year-old is currently pursuing his third year of engineering at a private college; his technology focuses on applications in the areas of agriculture and disaster mitigation
The incident soon gained attention on social media, further intensifying concerns among parents and the local community
ICAI, Tirumala Tirupati Devasthanams work on Reits to monetise land assets
Chartered accountants' apex body ICAI is working with Tirumala Tirupati Devasthanams (TTDs) to help monetise its land assets through real estate investment trusts, as well as ways to verify and value gold that is in the possession of the trust. The Institute of Chartered Accountants of India (ICAI) is also in advanced stages of preparing the updated accounting manual for TTD, the official custodian of the Sri Venkateswara temple in Tirupati, Andhra Pradesh, and is considered the richest Hindu shrine in the world. An ICAI official on Sunday said the institute is working with TTD on various projects, including the accounting manual, setting up of Real Estate Investment Trusts (REITS) and valuing its gold assets. REITs allow entities to monetise their real estate assets, and TTD has large parcels of land, mainly donated by devotees. On Saturday at a session here, ICAI President Prasanna Kumar D said its work for preparing the accounting manual for TTD is in the advanced stages of ...
Bay low-pressure system offers hope to rain-starved Andhra Pradesh amid severe historical deficits
Continuing its west-northwestward track, it is projected to reach the west-central and adjoining northwest Bay of Bengal near the south Odisha-north Andhra Pradesh coasts around the morning of September 23
ICAI working with Tirumala Tirupati Devasthanams for REITs to monetise land assets
ICAI is helping Tirumala Tirupati Devasthanams modernise how it manages its vast assets, from land and gold to accounting systems. The institute is working on an updated accounting manual and exploring REITs to monetise TTDs land holdings. The framework could eventually serve as a model for other major temple trusts.
Tirupati: Narasingapuram Panchayat Gets ISO 41001 Certification
The panchayat has prepared a digital inventory of public assets and introduced maintenance logs and registers covering water testing and chlorination, waste collection, electricity supply, health services, school sanitation, farmer services and IT equipment
Tirupati: Srivari Vaidya Seva Boosts Specialist Care at SVIMS
The programme covers cardiology, neurology, oncology, neurosurgery, orthopaedics, nephrology, urology and gastroenterology, among other specialties.
Tirupati: Garuda Seva Draws Sea of Devotees at Tirumala
By afternoon, all 190 galleries along the four Mada streets, with a combined capacity of 1.8 lakh devotees, were filled.
Seat Dispute Sparks Clash Among Women On Bus
The argument reportedly began over seating arrangements at the Tirupati bus stand and continued as the bus proceeded towards Railway Koduru, with passengers from both sides exchanging heated words.
No animal fat, but 6 adulterants used in Tirupati laddoo: ED
The Tirupati laddu ghee adulteration case has taken a fresh turn with the Enforcement Directorate (ED) alleging that ghee supplied to the Tirumala Tirupati Devasthanams (TTD) was manufactured using refined palm oil, palmolein, palm kernel oil and various chemicals, and passed off as Agmark Special Grade Cow Ghee. The ED arrested Sukriti Foods promoter Kailash Chand Mangla on September 17 in connection with its money laundering probe, and he was later sent to judicial custody.
Tirupati: Thousands Miss Garuda Seva as Tirumalas Mada Streets Go Chock-a-Block
Galleries reached their capacity as the day progressed, and security personnel stopped further entry into crowded galleries.
Tirupati: Rural Heritage Documented in New Monograph
The publication documents 52 heritage sites, structures and locations across the rural parts of Tirupati district.
Visakhapatnam MP calls for measures to protect marine environment from waste
Tea Board India organises promotional event in Visakhapatnam to boost consumer awareness
Jana Sena Party will select local body candidates on merit, local connect: Manohar
Civil Supplies Minister stresses familiarity with local issues, public engagement and party discipline; cautions cadre against believing social media reports on seat allocation
ED findings flag 230 cr Tirupati ghee adulteration over 5 yrs: TDP leader
The ED's findings in the alleged Tirupati laddu adulteration case point to a large-scale, meticulously planned, systemic adulteration over five years of the previous YSRCP government, TDP leader Jyosthna Tirunagari alleged on Saturday. Following the recent arrest of Kailash Chand Mangla of Sukriti Foods,Tirunagari claimed that adulterated ghee worth Rs 230 crore was supplied to TTD between 2019 and 2024. The ED's findings point to a deeply disturbing pattern: nearly Rs 230 crore worth of adulterated ghee was allegedly supplied to TTD between 2019 and 2024. This was not an isolated incident - it indicates large-scale, meticulously planned, systemic adulteration over five years of the previous YSRCP government that demands full accountability, she told PTI. According to the probe agency, the ghee used to prepare the world famous 'Tirupati Laddu' was allegedly made using refined palm oil, palmolein and various chemicals. The ED recently arrested Mangla, a promoter of a ghee ...
Tirupati Laddu Prasadam Ghee Allegedly Contained Palm Oil; ED Arrests Promoter In
The ED alleges Kailash Chand Mangla helped manufacture and supply adulterated ghee worth 96 crore to TTD between 2019 and 2024.
Tirupati Laddu prasadam made from palm oil, chemicals, says ED, arrests ghee company owner
The Enforcement Directorate arrested a ghee company promoter on money laundering charges. Adulterated ghee used for Tirupati Laddu prasadam was allegedly made with palm oil. This fraudulent supply to TTD was valued at approximately Rs 230 crore. The arrested promoter manufactured about Rs 96 crore of this adulterated product. He also coordinated supplies through several front entities to conceal the fraud.
ED has arrested Sukriti Foods promoter Kailash Chand Mangla in the alleged TTD ghee adulteration case, claiming palm-based oils and chemicals were used to manufacture Rs 96 crore worth of adulterated ghee supplied as Agmark Special Grade Cow Ghee.
IIM Visakhapatnam opens admissions for fourth Executive MBA batch
The curriculum covers core management disciplines, electives and a capstone project.
DGGI uncovers 115 Crore GST evasion across Andhra Pradesh hotels
According to officials, the establishments systematically suppressed the value of taxable supplies, reporting significantly lower sales figures than the actual amounts collected from patrons.
The Hyderabad Zonal Office of the Enforcement Directorate (ED) has arrested Kailash Chand Mangala in connection with the Tirumala Tirupati Devasthanams (TTD) ghee adulteration case. The ED arrested Mangala on Friday under Section 19 of...
Welcome showers greet devotees ahead of Garuda Seva in Tirupati on Sept. 19
The hill town however did not witness any rain and hence there was no disturbance reported to the procession of deities around the temple.
SIT to probe fisherman death case
Tirupati Laddu Prasadam Made From Palm Oil, Chemicals, Says ED; Arrests Ghee Company Owner
The agency said the ED Hyderabad office had taken Kailash Chand Mangla of Sukriti Foods into custody on Thursday in connection with the ghee adulteration case.
Discussions over long-term growth strategy for ASR district
Online radicalisation case: NIA files chargesheet against 9 accused
Tirupati: Lord Malayappa Taken Out on Kalpavriksha, Sarva Bhoopala Vahanams
Thousands of devotees thronged the mada streets of Tirumala on Friday to witness the procession of Lord Malayappa Swamy.
Andhra: ED arrests accused in TTD ghee case
Digital Desk | Hyderabad, Sep 18 (IANS) The Directorate of Enforcement (ED), Hyderabad Zonal Office, has arrested Kailash Chand Mangla in connection with the Tirumala Tirupati Devasthanams (TTD) ghee adulteration case. Kailash Chand Mangla, promoter of Sukriti Foods Pvt. Ltd., was arrested on Thursday under Section 19 of the Prevention of Money Laundering Act (PMLA), 2002. He was produced before the Special Court (PMLA), Visakhapatnam, Andhra Pradesh, which remanded him to judicial custody, the central agency said in a release on Friday. The ED initiated the investigation based on an FIR registered at Tirupati East Police Station, alleging criminal conspiracy, cheating, forgery, and corruption related to the fraudulent supply of adulterated ghee to TTD. Investigators revealed that adulterated ghee was allegedly manufactured using refined palm oil, palm kernel oil, palmolein, and various chemicals, including MG-90, monoglycerides, Myvacet Soft 400, and acetic acid ester. This was subsequently supplied as Agmark Special Grade Cow Ghee for use by TTD. The alleged fraudulent ghee supplies to TTD during 20192024 were valued at about Rs 230 crore. Out of this, approximately Rs 96 crore worth of adulterated ghee was manufactured by Kailash Chand Mangla. The ED said Mangla was one of the co-conspirators in the case and facilitated the procurement of adulterants and the manufacture of adulterated ghee at his factory premises. He also coordinated the supply of adulterated ghee through various front entities, including Sri Vyshnavi Dairy Specialities Pvt. Ltd., Malganga Milk & Agro Products Pvt. Ltd., and A.R. Dairy Foods Pvt. Ltd. The investigation further revealed that Mangla created and maintained false records relating to the sale and purchase of ghee and refined palm oil to conceal the actual utilisation of adulterants and create the appearance of legitimate production and supply of genuine cow ghee. Earlier, the ED had arrested Vipin Jain, promoter and director of Bhole Baba Organic Dairy Milk Pvt. Ltd., who is alleged to have orchestrated the manufacture and fraudulent supply of adulterated ghee to TTD, as part of the ongoing investigation. Further investigation is in progress.
Andhra Pradesh: 4,500 Cops Deployed For Garuda Seva Rush
The rush could remain high for nearly 36 hours due to the weekend: Tirupati district SP L. Subba Rayudu
Naidus remarks on reducing permanent TTD jobs create flutter in Tirupati
Bhumana, CITU oppose move to rely on volunteers for pilgrim services; remarks come ahead of local body elections
Under tight security, divine umbrellas from Chennai reach Tirupati for Tirumala Brahmotsavams
Nine of the 11 divine umbrellas go up to Tirumala for Saturdays Garuda Seva and two to the Padmavati temple at Tiruchanur; security has been tight since a 2013 plot to plant bombs in them was foiled at Puttur
Union Cabinet approves new railway lines at a cost of 9,889 crore in Andhra Pradesh
The 198-km-long third and fourth lines between Rajahmundry and Visakhapatnam is expected to improve connectivity to major ports, boost access to tourist destinations, and lead to an additional freight traffic of 29.04 million tonnes per annum
25 years on, Konaseema Railway Line project yet to get on track
The ambitious 57-km KotipalliNarsapur railway linewhich includes three bridges across the mighty Godavari Riverstill hangs fire 25 years after its foundation stone was laid. Locals rue successive governments silence on bringing a train to Konaseema, with many blaming lack of political will among the elected representatives from the Godavari region, despite severe losses to trade, commerce, tourism, and connectivity. T. Appala Naidu explores the reasons behind the projects delay.
Steps taken to restore lost water-holding capacity of Mehadrigedda reservoir
Vizag hosts Cognetix IoT summit 2026 to drive DeepTech growth
Tirupati police gear up for Garuda Seva rush, impose traffic curbs
Tirumala-bound devotees advised to opt for APSRTC buses and TTD vehicles; two-wheelers not permitted on Tirupati-Tirumala ghat road from 9 p.m. on Friday to 6 a.m. on Sunday
Tirupati police gear up for Garuda Seva rush, impose traffic curbs
Tirumala-bound devotees advised to opt for APSRTC buses and TTD vehicles; two-wheelers not permitted on Tirupati-Tirumala ghat road from 9 p.m. on Friday to 6 a.m. on Sunday
Geo-tagging to help police trace missing children, elderly during Brahmotsavams
The Wear a tag - your safety is our responsibility initiative of the Tirupati district police covers high-footfall areas, which are under continuous surveillance through CCTV cameras, drones and command-and-control system
Tirupati bids farewell to Ganesha at Vinayaka Sagar on third day of Vinayaka Chavithi
Most residents of the city take up Nimajjanam on the third day, unlike the ninth or eleventh elsewhere; a 25-year-old festival committee coordinates the processions
Tirupati bids farewell to Ganesha at Vinayaka Sagar on third day of Vinayaka Chavithi
Most residents of the city take up Nimajjanam on the third day, unlike the ninth or eleventh elsewhere; a 25-year-old festival committee coordinates the processions
