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Andhra Pradesh: Jagan Mohan Reddy condemns police cane charge on village, ward secretariat employees in Vijayawada

Digital Desk | Vijayawada, Sep 28 (IANS) Former Andhra Pradesh Chief Minister and YSR Congress Party President YS Jagan Mohan Reddy has condemned the police cane charge on the village and ward secretariat employees protesting here in support of their demands. Taking to his official X account on Sunday, Jagan Mohan Reddy said that brutal assault by the N. Chandrababu Naidu-led Andhra Pradesh government on village and ward secretariat employees is 'utterly inhuman'. He urged Chief Minister Chandrababu Naidu to immediately order a judicial inquiry into the cane charge, apologise to the employees and unconditionally revoke all the suspensions imposed on them. The police cane-charge on government employees is an extremely serious matter. When the government is unwilling to hold talks with them over their demands, how can raising their voices through a democratic protest be treated as a crime? Will you beat them with lathis merely for speaking out? Will you show no consideration even for women employees, injure them and drag them away? Who gave you the right to attack peaceful protesters? Will you intercept employees travelling to participate in the dharna, detain them in police stations and subject them to torment? Is it not atrocious to indiscriminately suspend a large number of employees simply to prevent them from participating in the protest? Jagan Mohan Reddy asked. Mr. Chandrababu Naidu Garu, is this democracy? Your authoritarianism is growing with each passing day. How can you assume that you can get away with anything merely because you are in power? Mr. Chandrababu Naidu, from the very first day you assumed office, you have pursued a vendetta against the village and ward secretariats that our government introduced as a revolutionary administrative reform unparalleled anywhere in the country. You have relentlessly targeted the village and ward secretariatswhich are our brainchild and delivered more than 540 services at the grassrootsas well as the volunteer system, with the clear objective of dismantling them. You have continuously conspired to erase the very spirit of Gram Swaraj, the YSRCP Chief said. He claimed that a single notification, YSRCP government had created 1.34 lakh permanent jobsan unprecedented initiative in the country's historyalong with another 2.6 lakh positions under the volunteer system to ensure transparent governance at the village and ward levels. However, under the pretext of rationalisation, your (Telugu Desam Party-led state) government has placed nearly 30,000 permanent jobs at risk. You also made false promises that the Rs 5,000 honorarium paid to volunteers by our (previous YSRCP) government would be increased to Rs 10,000, only to betray them after coming to power. You have now shifted the services previously delivered by volunteers onto secretariat employees, burdening them with an unbearable workload. In the process, you have brought transparency and doorstep delivery of governance to an end. Unable to withstand the hardships, harassment and pressure imposed by your atrocious administration, nearly 100 employees have lost their lives over the past two-and-a-half yearssome due to severe stress and others by suicide. When they are enduring such immense hardship and your government has no intention of listening to their grievances, how can it be wrong for them to raise their voices through a peaceful protest, Mr Chandrababu Naidu? Jagan Mohan Reddy asked. The former Chief Minister told CM Chandrababu Naidu that it is not only village and ward secretariat employees who are taking to the streets. Employees from every section are protesting because you made promises to them in your manifesto and betrayed them after coming to power. You promised Interim Relief (IR) and a Pay Revision Commission (PRC) immediately upon assuming office. But there is neither IR nor PRC. You removed the PRC Chairman appointed by our (previous YSRCP) government. Five Dearness Allowance (DA) instalments that employees are rightfully entitled to remain pending. It was only after employees took to the streets that you (CM Chandrababu Naidu) announced the release of two DA instalments, and even then, you deferred payment of the arrears. Surrender-leave payments also remain pending. Your (Telugu Desam Party) government owes employees nearly Rs 40,000 crore. In addition to all this, you are now victimising village and ward secretariat employees and imposing an unbearable workload on them, Jagan Mohan Reddy added.

bhaskarlive 28 Sep 2026 12:20 am

Vijayawada: September 28 Deadline for Voter Lists Objections

Citizens can verify their names, caste and other particulars and submit objections at a special counter at the VMC headquarters between 10.30 am and 5 pm on September 28.

Deccan Chronicle 28 Sep 2026 12:16 am

Clash Erupts in Vijayawada as Employees Demand Promotions and Pay Hikes

Employees in Vijayawada protest for promotions and pay raises, clashing with police amid rising tensions. Clash Erupts in Vijayawada as Employees Demand Promotions and Pay Hikes

Daily Kiran 27 Sep 2026 11:49 pm

Eagle IGP Felicitates Centenarians In Vijayawada

Recalling the century-long transformation of India, the IGP highlighted Vijayawadas historical association with Mahatma Gandhi and national flag designer Pingali Venkayya

Deccan Chronicle 27 Sep 2026 11:02 pm

Vijayawada Gears Up for Dasara Cultural Spectacle

The MP said Chief Minister N. Chandrababu Naidu had directed officials to coordinate arrangements for transport, security, sanitation and drinking water.

Deccan Chronicle 27 Sep 2026 10:58 pm

Preparations begin for Vijayawada Utsav and Saras Mela, says MP

Kesineni Sivanath announces Vijayawada Utsav will be held from October 11 to 20 and the Saras Mela from October 8 to 23; events will be held mainly at the 18-acre Punnami Ghat, with several programmes also planned at the Makineni Basavapunnaiah Stadium

The Hindu 27 Sep 2026 8:08 pm

Preparations begin for Vijayawada Utsav and Saras Mela, says MP

Kesineni Sivanath announces Vijayawada Utsav will be held from October 11 to 20 and the Saras Mela from October 8 to 23; events will be held mainly at the 18-acre Punnami Ghat, with several programmes also planned at the Makineni Basavapunnaiah Stadium

The Hindu 27 Sep 2026 8:08 pm

Central team to study Krishna River Water Metro connecting Vijayawada and Amaravati

It offers a safe and eco-friendly transit option designed to alleviate pressure on the existing road network and enhance regional mobility, says official

The Hindu 27 Sep 2026 6:37 pm

Sachivalayam employees organise Chalo Vijayawada, stage protest at Dharna Chowk

Police took a few protestors into preventive custody at bus stops and railway stations and tried to prevent the agitators from gathering, the protestors said

The Hindu 27 Sep 2026 12:56 pm

Hyderabad-Vijayawada Private Bus Loses Control, Rams Into Tree Near Choutuppal

In a major relief, none of the passengers sustained injuries in the accident.

Deccan Chronicle 27 Sep 2026 8:05 am

Sachivalayam staff plan to organise Chalo Vijayawada on September 27

Police say there is no permission for the protest, warn of stern action against those violating Section 30 of the Police Act

The Hindu 26 Sep 2026 11:23 pm

Food Safety department shuts down 25 eateries for violations

Simultaneous inspections cover 70 hotels, restaurants and other eateries in all 28 districts; finds several serious violations, including unhygienic kitchens, improper storage of food, use of unauthorised artificial colours and flavour enhancers, and prolonged storage of cooked food in poorly maintained freezers

The Hindu 26 Sep 2026 11:05 pm

YSRC Leaders Warn Of Statewide Stir Over Alleged False Cases

Leaders from Krishna and Guntur districts visited the Vijayawada police commissioners office: Reports

Deccan Chronicle 26 Sep 2026 10:20 pm

CM to distribute house regularisation pattas to 24,057 families in Vijayawada on September 30

The initiative under the Pedalaku Pattabhishekam programme confers full ownership rights over land valued at 9,800 crore, benefiting families across eight Assembly constituencies and 15 mandals in NTR and Krishna districts

The Hindu 26 Sep 2026 7:25 pm

CM to distribute house regularisation pattas to 24,057 families in Vijayawada on September 30

The initiative under the Pedalaku Pattabhishekam programme confers full ownership rights over land valued at 9,800 crore, benefiting families across eight Assembly constituencies and 15 mandals in NTR and Krishna districts

The Hindu 26 Sep 2026 7:25 pm

Hindu Dharma Parirakshana Trust calls for protection of rivers

The trust will undertake a Pada Yatra in Prakasam district from October 11 to 20 to create awareness among the local people about safeguarding the Gundlakamma river from pollution, encroachments, sand mining and ecological degradation

The Hindu 26 Sep 2026 7:25 pm

Stage Set for Distribution of House Regularisation Pattas in Vijayawada

The land worth an estimated Rs.9,800 crore to be regularised and each beneficiary family to get assets valued at approximately Rs.40 lakh to Rs.45 lakh

Deccan Chronicle 26 Sep 2026 4:17 pm

SC to directly monitor probe into Sai Krishna custodial death

Amaravati: The Supreme Court has decided to directly oversee the investigation into the alleged custodial torture and death of Gade Sai Krishna by the Andhra Pradesh Police in Vijayawada. A three-judge Supreme Court bench of Justices Vikram Nath, Augustine George Masih, and Sandeep Mehta heard a petition on Wednesday, September 23, by Yuvajana Sramika Rythu 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 .

The Siasat Daily 25 Sep 2026 4:51 pm

Why was Sai Krishna never produced in court? Supreme Court asks Andhra police, seeks records in sealed cover

A three-judge Bench also asks about the delay in the FIR and the missing CCTV footage from the Krishnalanka police station in Vijayawada, and says it will step in if needed once the High Court disposes of the pending petitions

The Hindu 25 Sep 2026 3:42 pm

Boulders crash onto Indrakeeladri Ghat Road in Vijayawada after two days of rain

The road had been shut for three days for repairs; Collector G. Lakshmisha orders the debris cleared on a war footing and the hill checked for other loose rocks

The Hindu 25 Sep 2026 2:51 pm

6 Hours For 4 Km: The Man Driving Khairatabad Ganeshs Tusker

This year,Mandadi Venkat Reddy, a native of Mukkududevulapalli village in Atmakur (S) mandal, is the man behind the wheel of the tusker. Venkat Reddy has been working as a driver with Vijayawada STC Transport for the past 26 years.

Deccan Chronicle 25 Sep 2026 9:45 am

Bad weather grounds flights to Bhogapuram: four diverted on Wednesday, services cancelled on Thursday

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

The Hindu 24 Sep 2026 10:02 pm

Air India Express flight carrying two Andhra Ministers to Bhogapuram diverted to Nagpur in bad weather

The Air India Express flight from Vijayawada circled near the airport before landing in Nagpur more than two hours late on the night the deep depression approached the coast

The Hindu 24 Sep 2026 10:05 am

Vande Bharat Coach Develops Hot Axle At Vijayawada Station

South Central Railways Vijayawada division authorities provided waiting facilities, drinking water and food for passengers and set up a help desk for assistance. Passengers unwilling to continue their onward journey were facilitated with the refund process, while alternate arrangements were made for those who wanted to continue their journey.

Deccan Chronicle 24 Sep 2026 1:08 am

Lokesh Visits 72-Foot Doondi Ganesh Idol

Minister Nara Lokesh visited the 72-foot eco-friendly clay Ganesh idol at Bhavanipuram in Vijayawada and offered special prayers during Navaratri festivities.

Deccan Chronicle 23 Sep 2026 9:40 pm

Vijayawada receives first prolonged spell of rain this year

Tiruvuru records 97.2 mm rainfall; NTR district under yellow alert as isolated moderate to heavy rain is likely on Thursday

The Hindu 23 Sep 2026 9:17 pm

Vijayawada: Durga Temple Hundial Collections Cross 2.08 Crore in Fortnight

The hundials yielded 203 grams of gold and 2.674 kg of silver during the 14-day period.

Deccan Chronicle 23 Sep 2026 7:56 pm

Chandavaram Buddhist Stupa to be developed as international tourist destination in Prakasam district

District Collector P. Raja Babu says DPR for restoration and development will be ready in three weeks; road connectivity, basic infrastructure and a spiritual tourism circuit are also planned

The Hindu 23 Sep 2026 7:19 pm

Nellore to host MSME workshop for aspiring entrepreneurs on September 24

District Collector says the workshop will create awareness on various topics for the benefit of aspiring entrepreneurs, representatives of MSMEs, and members of self-help groups (SHGs)

The Hindu 23 Sep 2026 7:11 pm

Nellore to host MSME workshop for aspiring entrepreneurs on September 24

District Collector says the workshop will create awareness on various topics for the benefit of aspiring entrepreneurs, representatives of MSMEs, and members of self-help groups (SHGs)

The Hindu 23 Sep 2026 7:11 pm

CPI(M) seeks railway underbridge at Vambay Colony in Vijayawada

Party alleges project has remained pending for nearly two decades; demands funds and immediate commencement of works

The Hindu 23 Sep 2026 7:03 pm

CPI(M) seeks railway underbridge at Vambay Colony in Vijayawada

Party alleges project has remained pending for nearly two decades; demands funds and immediate commencement of works

The Hindu 23 Sep 2026 7:03 pm

YSRCP accuses Andhra coalition govt of unleashing reign of terror

Digital Desk | Tadepalli (Andhra Pradesh), Sep 23 (IANS) YSR Congress Party has accused the TDP-led coalition government in Andhra Pradesh of unleashing what it called a reign of terror to silence the voices questioning it. It alleged that the false cases filed against opposition leaders and cadre show how democracy is being undermined in the state. Speaking to the media at the YSRCP Central office here on Wednesday, Party Legal Cell President Manohar Reddy alleged that there is a jungle raj in the state, with TDP goons attacking unemployed youth and YSRCP leaders at the Sports Authority of Andhra Pradesh (SAAP) office and the task force conducting raids and terrorising family members. It is appalling that old cases are reopened against MLC Thalasila Raghuram and Devineni Avinash, which shows the vindictive intent of the government, he said. All this is being done with the conspiracy to deny YSRCP leaders the opportunity to contest the ensuing local body elections, with rowdy sheets being opened at their whim, and unmindful of the fact that there are numerous cases against Chief Minister Chandrababu Naidu, Deputy Chief Minister Pawan Kalyan and Education Minister Lokesh. All those involved in the vindictive politics of filing false cases against the Opposition will have to face the consequences in the coming days, he said. The remarks of Chandrababu Naidu at the Kuppam meeting, even before the friction began at the SAAP office, show the conspiracy angle to the orchestrated attack on YSRCP activists, unemployed youth, which includes differently-abled people. The state should focus on investigating the irregularities in the DSC and how the sports quota was manipulated instead of targeting the Opposition, he said, adding that as the coalition has no answer to the pointed questions raised, it is resorting to false cases and using police to silence the voice of dissent. YSRCP has been demanding the resignation of Education Minister Lokesh and a CBI inquiry into the alleged irregularities in the appointment of teachers. The Opposition party on September 21 organised a protest at the office of the Sports Authority of Andhra Pradesh in Vijayawada to press for its demands.

bhaskarlive 23 Sep 2026 5:56 pm

Scan, pay, collect: Kanaka Durga temple installs Andhra Pradeshs first laddu ATM

The pilot laddu ATM machine at the foot of Indrakeeladri takes UPI payments; the Endowments Commissioner warns devotees against fake puja tickets and touts ahead of Dasara

The Hindu 23 Sep 2026 4:57 pm

Amaravati Regional Summit in Vijayawada on October 16 ahead of CII Partnership Summit in Visakhapatnam

Stakeholders from eight districts will showcase local industrial potential; NTR Collector G. Lakshmisha urges entrepreneurs to use the regional summit to sign MoUs

The Hindu 23 Sep 2026 10:05 am

Nellore teenager gets 10 years jail for rape of 98-year-old woman

Nine years after the offence, the Eighth Additional District and Sessions Court convicts Valluru Penchalayya and orders his two sentences to run concurrently

The Hindu 23 Sep 2026 9:59 am

Technical Issue Delays Bengaluru-Vijayawada Flight, AP Minister On Board

The flight developed a technical issue after take-off, following which it returned to the Bengaluru airport.

Deccan Chronicle 23 Sep 2026 8:00 am

Ethanol company sues Andhra farmer over pollution claims, seeks 1 crore compensation

Sentini BioProducts Pvt. Ltd. has sued farmer M. Muralidhar Reddy of Gandepalli village, near Keesara in the NTR district, requesting that he be directed to issue a public apology and perpetual injunction restraining the farmer from making any misleading and malicious statements in the future

The Hindu 22 Sep 2026 11:24 pm

Third Railway Line Between Kazipet and Vijayawada Ready for Operations

Construction of the third line on the Kazipet-Mahabubabad section has been completed, allowing trial runs to be conducted on the additional track.

Deccan Chronicle 22 Sep 2026 10:56 pm

Four AP Cities Feature In Oxford Economics Global Cities Index 2026

Guntur, Visakhapatnam, Nellore and Vijayawada have featured among the worlds top 1,000 cities in the Oxford Economics Global Cities Index 2026.

Deccan Chronicle 22 Sep 2026 10:46 pm

VMC Holds Public Toilet Awareness Programme For Students

Vijayawada Municipal Corporation conducted a sanitation awareness programme for school students under the Swachhta Hi Seva campaign.

Deccan Chronicle 22 Sep 2026 9:23 pm

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

The Hindu 22 Sep 2026 8:52 pm

Minister assures financial aid to drought-affected farmers through banks

Inaugurating modernised PDCCB headquarters in Ongole, K. Atchannaidu says government is gathering comprehensive reports regarding the situation in drought-affected areas from all districts

The Hindu 22 Sep 2026 8:49 pm

Vijayawada Draft Electoral Rolls Released For 86 Wards

VMC released draft photo electoral rolls for all 86 wards, urging residents to verify voter details ahead of the municipal elections.

Deccan Chronicle 22 Sep 2026 8:40 pm

Amaravati Regional Conference To Showcase Industrial Opportunities

Vijayawada will host the Amaravati Regional Conference on October 16, highlighting investment, MSMEs, local industries and industrial opportunities.

Deccan Chronicle 22 Sep 2026 8:26 pm

Nimmala Condemns YSRC Attack On Teachers In Vijayawada

Nimmala Ramanaidu criticised the alleged YSRC-linked attack on Vijayawada teachers, demanding action against those responsible.

Deccan Chronicle 22 Sep 2026 7:40 pm

Woman falls into boiling sambar pot at Ganesh Chaturthi event in Vijayawada, dies | VIDEO

In a tragic incident, a 46-year-old woman died after accidentally falling into a large vessel filled with boiling sambar while preparing food for an Annadanam event during Vinayaka Chaturthi celebrations in Vijayawada, Andhra Pradesh. The tragic incident took place in the L Rao Nagar area under Vijayawada's One Town police station limits. The woman, identified as Sujatha, was helping organisers prepare food for the community meal on Sunday morning. According to police and local residents, she accidentally fell into the vessel while sambar was being carried during the preparations.

India TV 22 Sep 2026 2:22 pm

Six Cases Registered For Attack On Teachers At Vijayawada SAAP Office

The Vijayawada Police have registered six cases across the Suryaraopet, Machavaram, and Krishnalanka police stations.

Deccan Chronicle 22 Sep 2026 1:51 pm

Monkey kicks and kills elderly woman outside home in Karnataka; incident captured on CCTV

A 91-year-old woman tragically passed away in Karnataka following an attack by a monkey. In a separate incident, a woman in Vijayawada died after falling into boiling sambar during a Ganesh Chaturthi annadanam programme. Authorities are conducting thorough investigations to determine the circumstances leading to these unfortunate accidents.

The Economic Times 22 Sep 2026 12:49 pm

Vijayawada Woman Dies After Falling Into Boiling Sambar

According to reports, Sujatha accidentally fell into the vessel of boiling sambar while trying to remove it from the flame. She suffered severe burn injuries to her face and other parts of her body.

Deccan Chronicle 22 Sep 2026 10:45 am

Protest over DSC scam to continue in Andhra till Lokesh resigns, says Jagan

Digital Desk | Amaravati, Sep 21 (IANS) YSR Congress Party chief Y. S. Jagan Mohan Reddy said on Monday that his party would continue its protest across Andhra Pradesh till the resignation of Education Minister Nara Lokesh and a CBI inquiry into the alleged irregularities in the appointment of teachers. The former Chief Minister condemned the police highhandedness against YSRCP leaders and cadres staging a protest at the office of the Sports Authority of Andhra Pradesh (SAAP) in Vijayawada. He alleged that TDP goons, disguised as teachers, attacked the protestors. Chandrababu Naidu Garu, why are you so afraid and agitated when we demand a CBI inquiry into the DSC scam? Can you and your son, Education Minister Nara Lokesh, simply certify your own recruitment process as transparent? What value does a self-issued certificate from those accused of committing the scam carry? Stop making empty claims. If you have the courage, agree to a CBI inquiry, the YSRCP president said in a post on X. The incidents in Vijayawada today show how far your government has fallen. Our party leaders, along with students and unemployed youth, attempted to conduct a peaceful rally demanding a CBI inquiry. But the police blocked them, subjected them to a lathi-charge and allowed your goons, disguised as teachers, to attack them, he said. YS Jagan asked if the Opposition does not even have the democratic right to hold a peaceful rally. Mr Chandrababu Naidu? You are resorting to such desperate measures because serious irregularities have occurred in the DSC recruitment and because you and your son are unable to answer the questions being raised. Whenever you are caught in a scam, creating diversions to escape accountability has become your standard practice. What are we demanding? We are seeking an impartial CBI investigation into irregularities in a recruitment process connected to the futures of lakhs of candidates. If you are so confident that nothing improper happened, why are you afraid of an investigation, particularly when so much evidence has emerged? the former Chief Minister asked. He stated that lakhs of young people study for years and spend substantial amounts of money preparing for teacher recruitment examinations. They must have confidence that their hard work and merit will receive justice through a fair government recruitment system. Because of the alleged irregularities committed under your government and Education Minister Lokesh, unemployed youth and job aspirants have lost that confidence. Can police barricades, lathi-charges, arrests and stage-managed counter-protests restore this lost trust? Only an impartial CBI investigation can restore public confidence in the recruitment process. You cannot hide a scam by using the police as a shield. You cannot suppress the Oppositions voice and conceal the facts. DSC candidates must receive justice, and government recruitment must be transparent. That is why we are fighting. Nara Lokesh must accept responsibility for the DSC irregularities and resign as Education Minister. The government must order a CBI inquiry. Until these demands are met, our voice will continue to resonate across the State, YS Jagan added.

bhaskarlive 21 Sep 2026 11:36 pm

Special Investigation Team Files Charges in Vijayawada Custodial Death Case

A special investigation team in Vijayawada has filed charges against police officers in a case of alleged custodial death of Sai Krishna. Special Investigation Team Files Charges in Vijayawada Custodial Death Case

Daily Kiran 21 Sep 2026 11:19 pm

YSRCP condemns attack on workers during Mega DSC protest in Vijayawada

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The News Mill 21 Sep 2026 7:52 pm

Tensions Rise in Vijayawada Over Teacher Recruitment Controversy

Tensions erupted in Vijayawada as YSR Congress protests against teacher recruitment irregularities clashed with newly appointed educators. Tensions Rise in Vijayawada Over Teacher Recruitment Controversy

Daily Kiran 21 Sep 2026 7:19 pm

YSRCP protest, teachers counter-protest at SAAP office spark tension

Digital Desk | Vijayawada, Sep 21 (IANS) The YSR Congress Party protest at the SAAP office here on Monday, demanding the resignation of Andhra Pradesh Education Minister Nara Lokesh over alleged irregularities in the appointment of teachers, triggered tension as newly recruited teachers resorted to a counter-protest. The opposition party had called for a protest at the office of the Sports Authority of Andhra Pradesh (SAAP) to highlight alleged irregularities in the appointment of teachers under the sports quota and to demand Lokesh's resignation and a thorough CBI probe into Mega DSC. Teachers appointed under the sports quota also reached the SAAP office to counter what they called false propaganda against them and to submit a memorandum to the SAAP authorities. Both the groups raised slogans against each other and nearly came to blows. The area remained tense for nearly two hours. The teachers were inside the SAAP complex while YSRCP leaders staged a protest outside the gate. Police intervened to avert a clash by locking the gate. It detained several leaders and cadres of YSRCP. The opposition party alleged that workers of the ruling Telugu Desam Party (TDP), masquerading as teachers, attacked its cadres. Police erected barricades and prevented protesters from reaching the SAAP office, leading to tense scenes at Labbipet. Police resorted to a lathi-charge while dispersing YSRCP protesters, and several leaders and activists were detained, it said. YSRCP leaders said the protest was peaceful and questioned why the government was using police force instead of ordering an independent investigation into the recruitment process. Party PAC member and former Vinukonda MLA Bolla Brahmanaidu joined the protest and demanded a comprehensive CBI probe to establish the facts and ensure justice to deserving DSC candidates. The party said persons linked to the TDP entered the SAAP premises posing as teachers and attacked YSRCP activists and student-wing leaders with sticks, leaving several injured. YSRCP charged that police failed to prevent the clashes and instead used force against its workers. Police also stopped YSRCP leaders travelling to Vijayawada from different districts. Former minister Ambati Rambabu, Vanama Bala Vajrababu, Ambati Muralikrishna, Noori Fatima and others were intercepted near Kaza Toll Plaza and taken to Pedakakani Police Station. Jakkampudi Raja, Perni Krishna Murthy, Nagarjuna Yadav, and others were detained at Krishnalanka Police Station after participating in the DSC protest. YSRCP spokesperson Konda Rajiv said that instead of answering questions of aspirants, the coalition government misused police force to detain party leaders and cadres We would like to ask Chandrababu Naidu if Andhra Pradesh is under democratic rule or dictatorial Red Book rule. He alleged that the coalition government was following the agenda of evading evidence, intimidating dissenters and resorting to violence. Such repression cant bury the truth. We will intensify protest and fight hard in a better way until justice is delivered to each and every eligible and meritorious candidate and until and unless every culprit candidate is held accountable, he said.

bhaskarlive 21 Sep 2026 5:40 pm

Tension At Vijayawada SAAP Office As Mega DSC Teachers, YSRCP Leaders Protest

The situation escalated as the Mega DSC teachers and YSRC leaders raised slogans against each other at the venue.

Deccan Chronicle 21 Sep 2026 12:22 pm

Vijayawada: Naidu Directs Officials to Tackle El Nio Impact, Keep Food Prices in Check

He directed officials to keep the prices of rice, onions, palm oil and red gram under control.

Deccan Chronicle 21 Sep 2026 1:41 am

Medical camp organised in Vijayawada

The Hindu 20 Sep 2026 10:51 pm

Private bus rammed into canal in Vijayawada, passengers safe

All the passengers came out of the bus and escaped from the mishap, the locals said

The Hindu 20 Sep 2026 3:18 pm

SCoR, Vijayawada division, loads first rake of wood pulp to Maharashtra

Wood pulp is expected to generate around 1.5 lakh tonnes of additional loading, and estimated annual freight revenue is about 20 crore on the new commodity, the Railway officials said

The Hindu 20 Sep 2026 1:23 pm

SCoR, Vijayawada division, loads first rake of wood pulp to Maharashtra

Wood pulp is expected to generate around 1.5 lakh tonnes of additional loading, and estimated annual freight revenue is about 20 crore on the new commodity, the Railway officials said

The Hindu 20 Sep 2026 1:23 pm

Wood Pulp Moves From Road To Rail With First-Ever Loading At Kakinada

South Coast Railways Vijayawada Division recorded its first-ever wood pulp loading at Kakinada, shifting a commodity transported by road for over 15 years to rail.

Deccan Chronicle 20 Sep 2026 7:58 am

Vijayawada: Polling Station Lists Published for MPTC, ZPTC Elections

State Election Commissioner Anil Chandra Punetha said on Saturday that the lists were finalized as per the schedule notified by the commission on September 9 for the second ordinary elections to MPTCs and ZPTCs.

Deccan Chronicle 19 Sep 2026 11:29 pm

NIA charges nine in Vijayawada online radicalisation case

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The News Mill 19 Sep 2026 8:22 am

NIA Files Charges Against Nine in Online Radicalization Case in Vijayawada

The NIA has filed charges against nine individuals linked to ISIS for online radicalization efforts in Vijayawada. NIA Files Charges Against Nine in Online Radicalization Case in Vijayawada

Daily Kiran 19 Sep 2026 1:49 am

NIA Chargesheet Names 9 ISIS Members, Supporters Over Online Radicalization

The case was registered on March 23, 2026, at Vijayawada II Town police station and was later taken over by the NIA. So far, 11 accused and a child in conflict with law have been apprehended in the case.

Deccan Chronicle 18 Sep 2026 10:00 pm

Vijayawada: AP to Link Sanjeevani Health Scheme with Yoga Programme

Health minister Satya Kumar Yadav said they were formulating guidelines to help people practise yoga, dhyanam and pranaayam to lead a healthy lifestyle.

Deccan Chronicle 18 Sep 2026 9:54 pm

NIA Charge Sheets 9 Persons in Online Radicalisation Case in Vijayawada

So far, 11 accused persons and a child in conflict with law have been arrested in the case.

Deccan Chronicle 18 Sep 2026 9:52 pm

Vijayawada: Chief Minister N. Chandrababu Naidu Pushes Port, Hardware and Green-Energy Ecosystems as SIPB Clears 22,178 Crore Projects

Chief Minister N. Chandrababu Naidu directed officials to give every approved project a six-month timeline and ensure that work commenced within the stipulated period.

Deccan Chronicle 18 Sep 2026 9:41 pm

NIA files chargesheets against nine accused in online radicalisation case

Digital Desk | Vijayawada, Sep 18 (IANS) The National Investigation Agency (NIA) has filed a chargesheet against nine accused before the Special NIA Court, Vijayawada, in an online radicalisation case. The chargesheet has been filed against Mohammad Rehmatullah Shariff, Mohammed Danish, Mirza Sohail Baig, Lucky Ahmad, Jishan Abdul Majid, Mir Ashif Ali, Abdul Salaam, Sharuk Khan and Shaikh Faiz ur Rehman, all alleged members and supporters of the terrorist organisation ISIS. They have been charged under sections 61(2) read with 3(5) and 152 of the Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita, 2023, and sections 13(1), 38 and 39 of the Unlawful Activities (Prevention) Act, the NIA said in a statement issued on Friday. The case was initially registered on March 23, 2026, at Vijayawada II Town Police Station, NTR Commissionerate, Vijayawada, under sections 113(3), 152, 196(1)(a) and 196(2) read with section 61(2) of the Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita, 2023, section 66F of the Information Technology Act, 2000, and sections 13, 18, 18A, 18B, 38 and 39 of the Unlawful Activities (Prevention) Act, 1967. So far, 11 accused persons and a child in conflict with the law have been arrested in the case. Investigation has established that the accused persons, who are members and supporters of the proscribed terrorist organisation ISIS, entered into a larger conspiracy to support the activities of ISIS, primarily through social media platforms like Instagram, with the intention of establishing a caliphate in India through violent Jihad, thereby disrupting the sovereignty and territorial integrity of India, the Central agency said. It has been established that the accused persons motivated and radicalised gullible youth to join violent terrorist activities, and also planned and prepared for making explosives and undertaking weapon training. In pursuance of the conspiracy, the accused persons also developed and tested a secure communication application for secretly communicating among themselves as part of their preparation for the violent terrorist activities, it said. Further investigation in the case against the remaining accused persons and other suspects is in progress, the NIA statement added.

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