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Teachers Day Fete in Vijayawada; CM Naidu to Present Awards

The event will be held at the A-Convention Centre, Labbipet, between 2 pm and 5 pm. NTR district collector Dr G. Lakshmisha reviewed the arrangements with officials on Friday.

Deccan Chronicle 5 Sep 2026 12:33 am

AP Wants Licence Exemption for Ethanol-Based Hand Sanitisers Withdrawn

Outlets in Vijayawada have been found selling to consumers ethanol-based sanitisers that they consume as substitutes for liquor.

Deccan Chronicle 4 Sep 2026 11:03 pm

3 Vijayawada Hotels Fined for Hygiene Violations

Acting on directions of VMC commissioner H.M. Dhyana Chandra, public health officials inspected Sweet Magic, Taj Hotel, Hotel Sai Sarovar, and Mangamma Khichdi Centre in the Canal Road area of Ward 37.

Deccan Chronicle 4 Sep 2026 10:59 pm

Andhra Pradesh: New Vijayawada Airport Terminal To Be Ready By October

The Airports Authority of India had awarded the terminal construction contract to a new contractor in June: Reports

Deccan Chronicle 4 Sep 2026 10:31 pm

Vijayawada airport new terminal likely to be ready by October, says official

The new terminal to feature multi-level operations, six aerobridges, escalators, state-of-the-art technology and upgraded passenger amenities

The Hindu 4 Sep 2026 10:26 pm

Relief for contract staff in Health Dept. as Andhra govt. responds to demands positively

Eligible staff working in X-ray and radiology departments of teaching hospitals to get to 30 days of special leave after every 11 months of service; guidelines issued to address staff shortages

The Hindu 4 Sep 2026 10:20 pm

Celebrations of Janmashtami Ignite Festivities Across India

Janmashtami celebrations unite communities from Baramulla to Vijayawada and Coimbatore, showcasing harmony and devotion across India. Celebrations of Janmashtami Ignite Festivities Across India

Morningstar 4 Sep 2026 3:38 pm

Jagan calls Lokeshs claim of 82.1% literacy in Andhra false, cites Centres survey showing 71.4%

The Education Ministers figure, posted on X with a newspaper report and credited to the Akshara Andhra drive, has no published survey behind it

The Hindu 4 Sep 2026 2:03 pm

Andhra Pradesh Cabinet clears reclassification of 22.31 acres in Nellore for house sites

The decision was taken on the recommendations of a joint committee, with specific safeguards to protect the functioning and maintenance of the Sarvepalli canal

The Hindu 4 Sep 2026 12:35 pm

Merit-based MBBS admissions sought for reserved category students

Liberation Congress Party demands that the A.P. government restore MBBS admissions under G.O. No. 151 to prevent meritorious reserved-category candidates from losing Open Competition seats

The Hindu 4 Sep 2026 8:05 am

Education reforms must reflect changing needs of society, says AU Vice-Chancellor

Faculty members receive awards at the Teachers Day celebrations at SRM University-AP

The Hindu 3 Sep 2026 11:29 pm

At 84, a retired Srikakulam botany professor retells Ramayana in simple Telugu for children who find Valmiki hard

Nikku Appanna of Buditi village in Srikakulam district, who taught at Botany for 35 years; says the young will walk the right path if they can read Ramas values in their own language

The Hindu 3 Sep 2026 2:58 pm

Repair all potholes in three days, Guntur Commissioner tells engineers

K. Mayur Ashok says most second-phase desilting is done and asks for silt to be cleared from culvert areas at once

The Hindu 3 Sep 2026 2:14 pm

Axis Energy bags EPC contract for 552 MWp solar project in Anantapur; commissioning in 18 months

The solar component is part of Evrens wind-solar hybrid project with battery storage, backed by power purchase agreements with APSPDCL

The Hindu 3 Sep 2026 1:38 pm

Andhra CM orders inquiry after villagers fall ill following anti-malaria drug distribution

Medicines were given to 71 people at Gollaguppa village; 29 were taken to the Bhadrachalam Area Hospital and 24 are at the Lakshmipuram Primary Health Centre

The Hindu 2 Sep 2026 8:31 am

VMC Cracks Down on Unhygienic Eateries, Water Plants

Vijayawada civic officials inspected eateries and RO water plants, issuing notices over hygiene lapses and warning of penalties and licence cancellation.

Deccan Chronicle 1 Sep 2026 11:36 pm

Pemmasani reviews key highway projects, pending issues in Guntur-Vijayawada region

Union Minister directs NHAI officials to expedite ROB works and address bottlenecks at Chinakakani, Suddapalli Donka and Pedakakani Y-junction

The Hindu 1 Sep 2026 7:03 pm

APSRTC To Pick Up Passengers, Reserving Tickets, From Home

The programme is being implemented experimentally for buses on Vijayawada-Hyderabad route. There should be six or more passengers boarding at the declared house to avail the facility. The passengers can reserve their ticket either online or at RTC counters

Deccan Chronicle 1 Sep 2026 4:03 pm

YSRCP creating hurdles in local body polls by approaching courts: Naidu

Addressing villagers after disbursing NTR Bharosa pensions in West Godavari, the Chief Minister said recent surveys showed a clear mandate for the NDA, defended unanimous elections, and said the 34% BC reservation case and the SIR petition were attempts to delay the polls

The Hindu 1 Sep 2026 2:12 pm

Andhra Pradesh police open fire, arrest man who allegedly knifed constable in Krishna district

The accused attacked police twice in East Godavari and Krishna districts in the last 24 hours and tried to escape, the police said

The Hindu 1 Sep 2026 12:53 pm

APSRTC Offers Home Point Boarding for Vijayawada Hyderabad Passengers

An APSRTC official said that it has introduced the new initiative for the convenience of passengers. The facility is available to groups of six or more passengers travelling from Vijayawada to Hyderabad.

Deccan Chronicle 1 Sep 2026 11:33 am

Credit war over Veligonda: Jagan says his father built it, Lokesh says his did

Jagan Mohan Reddy said 20 of the twin tunnels 37.5 km were dug in his fathers tenure and asked why water had not reached Nallamala Sagar for 26 months; the Nara Lokesh shared visuals of the March 2024 event, calling it an inauguration without water

The Hindu 31 Aug 2026 4:34 pm

Bengaluru-Vijayawada Air India Flight Delayed, Passengers Stranded

The flight, which was supposed to depart at 7 AM was delayed on Monday morning, leaving passengers stranded at the airport.

Deccan Chronicle 31 Aug 2026 1:23 pm

Kovvur: Goods Train Derails, Train Services Disrupted

According to reports, the goods train was travelling towards Vijayawada when some of its wagons derailed on the fourth railway line at Kovvur station.

Deccan Chronicle 31 Aug 2026 9:32 am

Vijayawada: Gold Braid Worth Rs. 11 Lakh Offered to Kanaka Durga

The traditional gold braid features intricately crafted motifs of Goddess Lakshmi and other divine figures. It is adorned with green precious stones and pearls along the lower portion. The ornament is valued at approximately Rs. 11 lakh.

Deccan Chronicle 31 Aug 2026 8:45 am

Hyderabad-Vijayawada, Warangal Highways Clogged in Post-Rakhi Weekend Return Rush

Police personnel were deployed at the congested stretches to regulate vehicle movement and prevent bottlenecks

Deccan Chronicle 31 Aug 2026 1:31 am

VMC Earmarks Wall For Posters, Warns Of Action Against Violators

VMC has designated a wall near NTR Circle for posters and warned of legal action against those pasting them elsewhere in Vijayawada.

Deccan Chronicle 29 Aug 2026 9:47 pm

Over 3,600 students receive degrees at third convocation of Mohan Babu University

Pro-Chancellor Manchu Vishnu urges graduates to face challenges with confidence and uphold family values

The Hindu 29 Aug 2026 8:57 pm

A.P. Speaker calls for effective implementation of sports quota for athletes

Addressing the gathering at the Amaravati Championship 2026 conclusion, Chintakayala Ayyanna Patrudu says providing incentives and job opportunities to students who excel in sports would further boost interest in athletics

The Hindu 29 Aug 2026 8:40 pm

Sri Lanka, AP Discuss Strengthening Ties

Ganesanathan Geathiswaran, called on Andhra Pradesh Chief Minister N. Chandrababu Naidu in Vijayawada on Friday and held discussions on expanding cooperation between Sri Lanka and the state.

Deccan Chronicle 29 Aug 2026 10:57 am

Water Resources Minister announces 169 crore ex gratia for Veligonda project displaced persons

Rama Naidu says payments will cover those who turned 18 after 2019 cut-off date; Veligonda project to be inaugurated on August 31

The Hindu 28 Aug 2026 9:30 pm

424-crore project to ensure 24X7 drinking water supply to Ongole

IT and HRD Minister Nara Lokesh lays stone for the project at Rangarayudu Cheruvu; Radisson Hotel to come up near Chadalavada with 100-crore investment

The Hindu 28 Aug 2026 8:37 pm

Man attempts self-immolation outside Markapuram Collectorate in A.P.

The man, identified as Yedukondalu, reportedly did not receive rehabilitation and resettlement (R&R) compensation for the Poola Subbaiah Veligonda Project

The Hindu 28 Aug 2026 2:30 pm

300 Grams Of Gold Stolen From BengaluruVijayawada Bus

Vemuru Venkata Krishna and his wife Radha, who were travelling to Vijayawada to attend a wedding, discovered that their bag containing the jewellery was missing when the bus stopped at Rajupalem near Nellore to allow passengers to use the restrooms.

Deccan Chronicle 28 Aug 2026 1:03 am

VMC Fines Three Eateries For Poor Hygiene

VMC fined three Vijayawada eateries 7,000 for unhygienic kitchens during inspections and warned food establishments to strictly follow hygiene and safety norms.

Deccan Chronicle 27 Aug 2026 8:14 pm

Naidu Expresses Grief over Chilakaluripet Road Accident

Naidu expressed sorrow over the death of seven people and the injuries sustained by several others when a private travels bus travelling from Vijayawada to Tirupati collided with an auto-rickshaw

Deccan Chronicle 27 Aug 2026 8:35 am

Telangana road accident: Five women among six killed in bus-truck collision

Six people, including five women, were killed and at least 12 injured after a private EV bus carrying 42 passengers rammed a truck on the Hyderabad-Vijayawada highway in Telangana

Mid Day 27 Aug 2026 8:31 am

7 Killed as Bus Hits Auto in APs Palnadu district

The accident occurred when a private bus going from Vijayawada to Tirupati hit an auto rickshaw: Police

Deccan Chronicle 27 Aug 2026 7:57 am

4.40 crore sanctioned for Ambedkar AP Study Circle in Ongole

Social Welfare Minister says centre will offer free coaching, hostel and food to eligible students

The Hindu 26 Aug 2026 7:58 pm

Telangana road accident: Six killed, 12 injured after bus hits truck

The incident occurred in Kodad mandal on the Hyderabad-Vijayawada national highway at around 5.15 am when the private travels bus, carrying 42 passengers, proceeding to Eluru in Andhra Pradesh from Hyderabad rammed the truck from the rear side, they said based on preliminary investigation

Mid Day 26 Aug 2026 1:52 pm

Six dead, 20 injured after private bus in Telangana rams into container truck

Six people, including five women, were killed and 20 others injured after a private bus travelling from Hyderabad to Eluru rammed into a stationary container truck on the Hyderabad-Vijayawada National Highway in Suryapet district early Wednesday

Mid Day 26 Aug 2026 12:07 pm

KTR , Ramchander Rao Express Condolences to Families of Deceased in Suryapet Road Accident

As per the police, a total of 43 passengers were travelling in the bus from Hyderabad to Vijayawada. The accident happened near Durgapuram stage.

Deccan Chronicle 26 Aug 2026 12:02 pm

Six killed as Hyderabad-Vijayawada bus collides with truck in Suryapet

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The News Mill 26 Aug 2026 11:12 am

6 Killed, 12 Injured in EV Bus-Truck Crash in Telangana's Suryapet

Six people, including five women, were killed and 12 others injured after a private EV bus collided with a truck on the Hyderabad-Vijayawada highway in Telangana's Suryapet district.

Web Dunia 26 Aug 2026 10:19 am

Tragic Bus Accident in Telangana Claims Five Lives

Hyderabad, August 26: A devastating bus accident occurred early Wednesday on the Hyderabad-Vijayawada National Highway in Telanganas Suryapet district. Five passengers lost their lives at the scene, while 20 others sustained serious injuries. The injured have been transported to nearby hospitals for treatment. Initial reports indicate that the accident took place around 5:20 AM near ... Read more Tragic Bus Accident in Telangana Claims Five Lives

Morningstar 26 Aug 2026 9:09 am

Six killed, 12 injured as speeding bus crashes into lorry in Telanganas Suryapet

The bus was carrying 42 passengers who were travelling from Hyderabad to Eluru via Vijayawada when the accident took place at about 5 a.m.

The Hindu 26 Aug 2026 8:32 am

6 killed, several hurt as private bus crashes into moving truck in Hyderabad

Six people died and several others were injured in a bus accident. A private travel bus collided with a moving truck near Durgapuram stage. The bus was carrying forty-three passengers from Hyderabad to Vijayawada early Wednesday. Injured individuals were transported to local hospitals for immediate medical attention. Police have initiated an investigation to determine the precise cause of this tragic collision.

The Times of India 26 Aug 2026 7:42 am

Holy Relic of Prophet Muhammad to be Displayed in Vijayawada

Mosque authorities have invited Muslim devotees to participate in the observance during the scheduled timings

Deccan Chronicle 25 Aug 2026 9:08 pm

A.P. JAC Amaravati calls for unified protest over employee demands

AP JAC Amaravati invites APNGOs Association and the Andhra Pradesh Secretariat Employees Association to join hands and launch a protest on August 28 on issues relating to the financial benefits of employees, teachers and pensioners

The Hindu 25 Aug 2026 9:04 pm

Government intensifying efforts to resolve Gundrevula project woes, say Ministers

Nimmala Ramanaidu and Gottipati Ravi Kumar during a visit to Mantralayam reiterate that providing water security to Rayalaseema remains the top priority of the NDA coalition government

The Hindu 25 Aug 2026 8:14 pm

Former HC judge Mallikarjuna Rao takes oath as Andhra Pradesh Lokayukta

Former HC judge Mallikarjuna Rao takes oath as Andhra Pradesh Lokayukta Vijayawada: Tallapragada Mallikarjuna Rao, former Judge of the Andhra Pradesh High Court, was sworn in as the Lokayukta of Andhra Pradesh on Tuesday. Governor S. Abdul Nazeer administered the oath of office at a ceremony held at Lok Bhavan. Chief Minister N. Chandrababu Naidu; [] The post Former HC judge Mallikarjuna Rao takes oath as Andhra Pradesh Lokayukta appeared first on Mangalorean.com .

Mangalorean 25 Aug 2026 2:43 pm

9 Doctors Booked for Alleged Medical Negligence Leading to Womans Death in Vijayawada

Family alleges inadequate treatment and alteration of discharge summary at a private hospital

Deccan Chronicle 24 Aug 2026 11:43 pm

Home Minister injured by drone battery as Amaravati Championship kicks off in Tirupati

The battery of a drone flying low falls directly onto the right hand of Vangalapudi Anitha who was present on the dais during the inaugural event, however, completes her speech with a bandage on her hand

The Hindu 24 Aug 2026 8:36 pm

Diarrhoea Situation Under Control in Vuyyuru: Satya

A state medical team and a Rapid Response Team comprising specialists from Siddhartha Medical College, Vijayawada, inspected the affected areas on Sunday.

Deccan Chronicle 24 Aug 2026 12:18 am

SCoR Vijayawada division enhances green energy with 4,864 kWp solar installation

During the current financial year, from April to July, Vijayawada division has generated 19,90,741 units and saved 1.85 crore, saysDivisional Railway Manager

The Hindu 23 Aug 2026 11:17 pm

Tanguturi Prakasam Pantulus 155th birth anniversary celebrated

His great grandson Tanguturi Santosh Kumar reveals plans to author a biography of his great-grandfather, narrating a series of memorable incidents that are lesser-known to the public, along with a rare collection of his unpublished photographs, which have so far been confined to family members

The Hindu 23 Aug 2026 7:35 pm

768 crore compensation paid to 6,206 Veligonda Project-displaced families

Minister for Social Welfare says all displaced persons will receive full compensation, urges them not to worry or believe in false information

The Hindu 23 Aug 2026 6:55 pm

IIT Tirupati celebrates 8th convocation

The Hindu 22 Aug 2026 8:30 pm

Vijayawada Strives To Become Road Safety Model

The campaign would focus on responsible road-user behaviour, including helmet and seat-belt use, lane discipline and pedestrian safety.

Deccan Chronicle 21 Aug 2026 9:12 pm

Annaprasadam, Laddu Pottu Bhavan Inaugurated At Kanaka Durga Temple

Andhra Pradesh Minister Anam Ramanarayana Reddy inaugurated the Annaprasadam and Laddu Pottu Bhavans at Sri Kanaka Durga Temple in Vijayawada.

Deccan Chronicle 21 Aug 2026 5:15 pm

After junior doctors, contract, and paramedical staff: second stir grips Andhras health department

The JACs plan runs from black badges and lunch-hour protests to a shutdown of online work and a State-wide dharna, ending in a duty boycott with safeguards for emergency services; the government did not respond even after the June 17 protest, its chairman said

The Hindu 21 Aug 2026 3:06 pm

After junior doctors, contract, and paramedical staff: second stir grips Andhras health department

The JACs plan runs from black badges and lunch-hour protests to a shutdown of online work and a State-wide dharna, ending in a duty boycott with safeguards for emergency services; the government did not respond even after the June 17 protest, its chairman said

The Hindu 21 Aug 2026 3:06 pm

AI engineering jobs rise by 51%, Vijayawada sees highest growth: India LinkedIn Head

AI engineering jobs rise by Vijayawada sees highest growth India LinkedIn Head

India Today 21 Aug 2026 2:07 pm

Morning shower brings relief from sweltering heat in Vijayawada

Weather report forecasts thunderstorms and strong winds in coastal Andhra Pradesh on August 21

The Hindu 21 Aug 2026 11:37 am

Vijayawada Railway Division Ramps Up Solar Power

Vijayawada Railway Divisions solar capacity has reached 4,864 kWp across 265 installations, supporting Indian Railways Net Zero Carbon goal.

Deccan Chronicle 20 Aug 2026 10:51 pm

Jagan dares government to CBI probe on DSC; Lokesh says he cant tell APPSC from DSC

The YSRCP president said the SIT set up by the present government had found no irregularities in the Group-I recruitment, and that his party had written to the Prime Minister and the Union Home Minister seeking a CBI inquiry into the 2025 DSC

The Hindu 20 Aug 2026 6:19 pm

APPSC Departmental Tests Admit Card 2026 - Date, Time, Venue

APPSC Departmental Tests Viva Voce 2026 will be held on 2 September 2026 at 9:30 AM in Vijayawada. Check venue, admit card and reporting details.

FreeJobAlert 20 Aug 2026 5:31 pm

Andhra junior doctors cut stipend demand to 20%, reject governments 3% offer

APJUDA cuts its demand from a 30% biennial revision to 20%, rejects the governments 3% offer as inadequate, and seeks a hearing before the Chief Minister as the strike enters its tenth day

The Hindu 20 Aug 2026 2:53 pm

EBG Group to invest 45 crore in Ongole wellness centre project

Spiritual guru Sri Sri Ravi Shankar lays foundation stone for Carlton Wellness Retreat, Sri Sri Panchakarma and Tattva Centre and Sri Sri Ravishankar Vidya Mandir; the proposed project will bring together hospitality, preventive wellness and education in one place

The Hindu 19 Aug 2026 9:00 pm

MP welcomes Union Cabinet nod for additional railway lines in Gummidipoondi-Gudur section

The 2,229-crore project, which is projected to be completed in four years, aims to decongest Gudur, the high-density traffic junction that handles trains on the routes to Chennai, Vijayawada and Tirupati routes

The Hindu 19 Aug 2026 8:50 pm

Sri Sri Ravi Shankar offers special prayers at Kanaka Durga temple in Vijayawada

Temple officials and members of its governing board offer the spiritual leader a traditional welcome on his arrival

The Hindu 19 Aug 2026 7:49 pm

Police arrest man for multiple thefts, recover valuables worth 1.36 crore

According to the police, the accused has been identified as a native of Bengaluru North in Karnataka, but presently resides at Chandrayangutta in Hyderabad of Telangana; cases have been registered against the accused in both Karnataka and Telangana, apart from various locations in Andhra Pradesh

The Hindu 19 Aug 2026 6:54 pm

Former MP Vijaya Sai Reddy prays for his new political party in Tirumala

The former MP says he will unveil his future course of action in Vijayawada soon

The Hindu 19 Aug 2026 6:30 pm

Former Rajya Sabha MP Vijayasai Reddy announces new political party in Andhra Pradesh

The former YSRCP national general secretary, who resigned from the Rajya Sabha in January 2025 saying he would not join any party, said he would announce the roadmap in Vijayawada this month

The Hindu 19 Aug 2026 2:12 pm

Parents Urged to Complete Childrens Aadhaar Biometric Updates

Dr. Lakshmisha directed officials to continuously monitor the functioning of Aadhaar centres and take steps to establish a permanent Aadhaar enrolment centre at the Vijayawada Collectorate

Deccan Chronicle 18 Aug 2026 11:59 pm

HILIFE JEWELS to Showcase Top Jewellery Brands in Vijayawada

Actress rithu chowdhary, jewellery lovers unveils the datesof largest of its kind jewellery exhibition Hilife jewels & announces the dates - hilife jewels is the largest of its kind & the most premium jewellery exhibition brand in nation.

Deccan Chronicle 18 Aug 2026 8:25 pm

Naidu reviews search for boat with eight fishermen missing off Konaseema

The boat set out from the Odalarevu jetty on August 3 and was expected back by August 12; the Chief Minister asked the Coast Guard, the Fisheries Department and the district administration to keep searching until it is traced

The Hindu 18 Aug 2026 1:34 pm

Air India Express Takes Off From Andhra Pradeshs New Bhogapuram Airport

Inaugural operations commenced on 17 August, connecting Visakhapatnam with Hyderabad, Bengaluru, and Vijayawada

Deccan Chronicle 17 Aug 2026 8:31 pm