Vijayawada Utsav 2.0 To Promote Tourism, Culture: CM Chandrababu Naidu
Chief Minister said such events bring joy and refreshment to people, while helping preserve the state's cultural heritage
The new greenfield highway section will cover around 342343 km, connecting Kodikonda near the Andhra Pradesh-Karnataka border to Muppavaram near Addanki.
Andhra Pradesh CM, Governor pray for peoples prosperity on Vijayadashami
Digital Desk | Amaravati, Oct 20 (IANS) Andhra Pradesh Chief Minister N. Chandrababu Naidu, Deputy Chief Minister Pawan Kalyan and Governor S. Abdul Nazeer, on Tuesday greeted people on the occasion of Vijayadashami and prayed for their happiness and prosperity. On the joyous occasion of Vijayadashami, I extend my heartiest greetings to the people of Andhra Pradesh. The Navaratri festival symbolises supremacy of Dharma and marks the triumph of good over evil, righteousness over adharma, and light over darkness, the Governor said in his message. I pray divine Mother Goddess Durga to shower her choicest blessings on all of us on this happy and festive occasion of Vijayadashami, he said. Chief Minister Chandrababu Naidu stated that the festival of Dussehra, which symbolises the victory of good over evil, serves as a great source of inspiration for us all. I pray for the blessings of the Divine Mother upon our resolve to ensure fair rewards for the hard work of our farmers, empowerment for women, and a bright future for our youth. With the blessings of Goddess Kanaka Durga, may Andhra Pradesh achieve success in every field and continue to progress on the path of development. I sincerely wish for every family to flourish with happiness, good health, peace, and prosperity, the Chief Minister said. Deputy Chief Minister Pawan Kalyan said that the festival of Dussehra, standing as a symbol of the triumph of good over evil and righteousness over unrighteousness, is being celebrated with great spiritual splendor across the length and breadth of India. In both Telugu states, people are conducting Dussehra festivities with utmost grandeur, worshiping the embodiment of power in accordance with their respective traditions. I extend my heartfelt Dussehra greetings to all, praying that the blessings of the Divine Mother may be showered upon every citizen of our nation. This year, the Sharannavaratri celebrations at Indrakeeladri were made even more magnificent by the presence of the Honourable President of India and the Chief Ministers of several states. Furthermore, the national-level 'SARAS Mela' held in Vijayawada as part of the Dussehra festivities has further enhanced the state's reputation, he said. With the blessings of Goddess Kanaka Durgamma, our coalition government is committed to providing equal opportunities to all sections of society and is working steadily toward the holistic development of the state. I wish that this Vijayadashami brings happiness, peace, and prosperity into the lives of all people, Pawan Kalyan added. Former Chief Minister and YSR Congress Party President, Y.S. Jagan Mohan Reddy, stated that Vijayadashami is a festival that proclaims the triumph of righteousness over unrighteousness, light over darkness, and good over evil. With the blessings of Goddess Kanaka Durga, may all hardships vanish, may joy flourish in everyones life, and may the Divine Mother shower her grace upon us all. Wishing all Telugu people a very happy Dussehra, he said.
Dasara rush brings traffic jams to Hyderabad highways
Hyderabad: Heavy traffic congestion was witnessed on major roads, highways and transport hubs in Hyderabad on Sunday, October 18, as people began travelling to their hometowns for the Dasara holidays. Due to the festive rush, vehicle movement on several routes was slow. Long queues were reported on highways leading out of the city. Hyderabad-Vijayawada On 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 .
Tension in Kuppam as police resort to lathi-charge during nominations scrutiny
Security measures were stepped up to prevent further confrontations between the rival groups TDP and the YSCRP
SARAS Mela moves beyond Delhi-NCR, brings 1,500 rural women entrepreneurs to Vijayawada
The National SARAS Mela in Vijayawada showcases around 1,500 women entrepreneurs from various states and union territories. Organized under the Deendayal Antyodaya Yojana-National Rural Livelihoods Mission, the event focuses on market access. Workshops on branding, packaging, and digital marketing enhance business skills for participants. The government aims to help women achieve sustainable incomes of at least Rs 1 lakh annually.
Pemmasani Orders Better Facilities As Saras Mela Draws Crowds
Union minister Pemmasani Chandrasekhar directs officials to improve facilities at Vijayawadas National Saras Mela, which has generated around 3.5 crore in business.
MBA student smuggled MDMA on train to Vijayawada or 50,000 commision, say police
The accused, who was caught with MDMA worth 11 lakh at Vijayawada railway station on October 14, procured the contraband from a Nigerian national in Bengaluru, say police
Elaborate arrangements made for Teppotsavam in Vijayawada on October 20
Police personnel and expert swimmers deployed at bathing ghats along the Krishna River; the float festival was cancelled in 2025 and 2024 due to floods
It has been the opposition partys habit to foment trouble for political gain and then shift the blame on the government, the TDP leader observes, while asserting that protecting democratic values and ensuring free and fair local body elections are on top of the governments agenda
Laddu prasadam in high demand at Vijayawadas Indrakeeladri during Dasara Navaratri
A laddu ATM lets devotees pay online and take two laddus each
242 candidates file nominations for ward members in Vijayawada, four for mayoral post
Three independents and one Aam Aadmi Party candidate file papers for the Mayors post; 14 independents also submit nominations for ward member seats
JSPs Vangaveeti Radhakrishna, YSRCPs Rayana Bhagya Lakshmi to lock horns for Vijayawada Mayor post
TDP fields Mukka Sravani as mayoral candidate in Visakhapatnam; the party has released a list of eight candidates for Mayor posts
36 vehicles every minute: Festive rush pushes Panthangi toll traffic to 52,000 in a day
Vehicle crossings on the HyderabadVijayawada highway surge by over 40% in ten days as holiday travellers face long queues and traffic bottlenecks along NH-65
Left parties, Congress back candidature of Venkateswara Rao for VMC Mayor post
Congress withdraws from the mayoral contest following an appeal made by the former IPS officer; CPI and CPI(M) reach an understanding on the corporator seats to be contested
Dasara rush swells at Pandit Nehru Bus Station in Vijayawada
APSRTC is operating 5,261 special buses to cater to the festive surge in passenger traffic within the State and from major cities such as Hyderabad, Bengaluru, and Chennai
Vijayawada: Mayor Poll Gets Four Nominations, 419 Ward Papers Filed Across NTR District
For ward-member posts, Vijayawada accounted for 261 nominations, followed by Tiruvuru with 67, Nandigama with 38, Jaggaiahpet with 37 and Kondapalli with 16.
Siddhartha Medical College Tops Phase-I MBBS Examinations With 93.68% Pass Rate
Siddhartha Medical College in Vijayawada recorded a 93.68 per cent pass rate in Phase-I MBBS examinations, topping government and private colleges affiliated with Dr NTR University of Health Sciences.
Machilipatnam Passengers Seek Better Train Connectivity, Station Facilities
Vijayawada divisional railway manager Mohit Sonakiya, the chief guest, stressed the need for sustained efforts by railway personnel: Reports
Vijay Deverakonda and Rashmika Mandanna Visit Kanaka Durga Temple in Vijayawada
Telugu stars Vijay Deverakonda and Rashmika Mandanna visited the Kanaka Durga Temple, captivating fans and devotees alike. Vijay Deverakonda and Rashmika Mandanna Visit Kanaka Durga Temple in Vijayawada
Jana Sena Names Vangaveeti Radhakrishna as Vijayawada Mayor Candidate
Radhkrishna entered electoral politics with Congress and won the Vijayawada East Assembly seat in 2004
How Chandrababu Naidu Is Using Vijayawada Utsav For Political Outreach
Organised under the theme One City-One Celebration, the event aims to strengthen Vijayawada's profile as a national tourism destination while generating economic opportunities
Airfares soar as Ayudha Puja holiday rush builds in Chennai
Digital Desk | Chennai, Oct 17 (IANS) A sharp rise in airfares ahead of the Ayudha Puja and Vijayadashami holidays has left passengers travelling from Chennai facing higher expenses, as demand surges for journeys to hometowns and tourist destinations. With Ayudha Puja falling on October 19 and Vijayadashami on October 20, the adjoining weekend offers a four-day holiday break for many travellers. The extended holiday has prompted a rush out of the city, putting pressure on flights, trains and buses. Air ticket prices from Chennai to several destinations have increased manifold amid the holiday demand. Passengers heading to cities within Tamil Nadu, neighbouring states and major metropolitan centres are among those affected by the steep fares. Routes witnessing the increase include ChennaiThoothukudi, ChennaiCoimbatore and ChennaiSalem. Fares have also risen for flights to Thiruvananthapuram, Kochi, Bengaluru, Hyderabad and Vijayawada, affecting passengers travelling across southern India during the festive break. The surge extends to longer routes, with tickets from Chennai to Mumbai, Delhi and Kolkata also becoming considerably more expensive. The increase across multiple destinations has added to the financial burden of passengers planning festive visits or short holidays. The holiday rush is visible across other modes of transport as well. Trains and buses leaving Chennai are experiencing heavy crowds, as large numbers of residents seek to reach their destinations ahead of the celebrations. For passengers considering air travel amid the crowded surface transport services, the higher ticket prices have made the journey more costly. The demand for flights coincides with the broader movement of people leaving Chennai for the extended break. The convergence of festival travel and weekend leisure trips has intensified the outward rush. While many passengers are returning to their native places to celebrate with relatives, others are using the consecutive holidays to visit tourist destinations. The fare increases affect both short domestic journeys and travel to distant cities, leaving passengers on a wide range of routes facing substantially higher ticket costs during the same holiday period. With crowds building on trains and buses and airfares climbing across several sectors, travellers leaving Chennai face a difficult combination of busy services and expensive flight tickets. The four-day break has concentrated demand into a short travel window, making the festive getaway a costly exercise for many passengers seeking to spend the holidays away from the city with family or friends.
Urban Bodies Revived Under NDA Rule, Claims Telugu Desam
Visakhapatnam, Vijayawada, Guntur and Tirupati had received improved storm-water drainage and underground drainage networks spanning over 300km.
Gandhi Shilp Bazaar in Vijayawada showcases rich heritage of crafts, handlooms
Around 70 artisans and weavers from Andhra Pradesh, Telangana, Tamil Nadu, Karnataka, Kerala, Rajasthan, Gujarat, West Bengal, Assam, Uttar Pradesh and other States showcase a wide range of traditional crafts and region-specific products
Vijayawada Receives 16 Nominations For Ward Members Posts On First Day
Vijayawada Municipal Corporation received 16 ward member nominations on the first day, with YSR Congress accounting for nine, followed by Telugu Desam with four.
Nara Bhuvaneswari inaugurates NTR Memorial Trust Blood Bank in Vijayawada
Facility soon to cater to the needs of children suffering from thalassemia, says the managing trustee of NMT
Heavy rush at Kanaka Durga temple in Vijayawada on Moola Nakshatram day
As many as 58,714 devotees have darshan of the Goddess by 8 a.m.
Heavy rush at Kanaka Durga temple in Vijayawada on Moola Nakshatram day
As many as 58,714 devotees have darshan of the Goddess by 8 a.m.
NDA partners in Andhra finalise seat-sharing for Urban Local Body polls
Digital Desk | Amaravati, Oct 16 (IANS) Partners in the ruling National Democratic Alliance (NDA) in Andhra Pradesh have reached a seat sharing agreement for Urban Local Body elections. After several rounds of talks among leaders of the Telugu Desam Party (TDP), Jana Sena Party (JSP) and Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) during the last four days, the allies finalised the seat sharing on Thursday night. Initially there was a deadlock in the talks between TDP and JSP but both the parties adopted a give and take approach to reach an understanding. The NDA partners finalised the seat sharing in line with the aspirations of their leaders and cadres at the field level. As per the agreement for the posts of mayor for 17 municipal corporations, the TDP will contest 11 posts, Jana Sena four and BJP two. The coalition also reached an understanding for the posts of chairpersons of municipalities/nagar panchayats. The TDP will field candidates for 78 posts while Jana Sena will contest in 21 places. Seven posts have been left for the BJP. As per the agreement for all Urban Local Bodies, TDP has been allotted 72.35 per cent of the posts. Jana Sena got a share of 20.33 per cent and BJP 7.32 per cent. If one ally gets the post of mayor/chairman, the other allies will be given the post of deputy mayor/vice-chairperson. The TDP will contest for the posts of mayors of Vizianagaram, Visakhapatnam, Machilipatnam, Mangalgiri-Tadepalli, Guntur, Ongole, Nellore, Kurnool, Kadapa, Tirupati and Chittoor. Jana Sena has been allotted Srikakulam, Kakinada, Eluru and Vijayawada while BJP will field its candidates for mayors in Rajamahendravaram and Anantapuram. The seat adjustment was finalised after several round of talks among top leaders of the NDA partners during the last few days. Chief Minister and TDP National President N. Chandrababu Naidu, TDP state President Palla Srinivasa Rao, Deputy Chief Minister and Jana Sena chief Pawan Kalyan, state BJP President P.V. N. Madhav and other leaders participated in the talks. The seat-sharing in local body polls is largely in proportion to the respective strength of the three allies in the state Assembly. The NDA, headed by TDP, had stormed to power in 2024 with a landslide majority. The coalition bagged 164 seats in the 175-member Assembly. The TDP has 135 MLAs, while Jana Sena and BJP have 21 and eight seats, respectively. The State Election Commission has already announced the schedule for the elections to urban and rural local bodies. Polling for 100 urban local bodies is scheduled on October 28 while Gram Panchayats will go to polls in three phases in November-December. Out of 123 Urban Local Bodies, the Commission has issued notifications for conduct of elections to 100 Urban Local Bodies (13 Municipal Corporations and 87 Municipalities/Nagar Panchayats). Elections have not been notified now for the remaining 23 Urban Local Bodies (4 Municipal Corporations and 19 Municipalities/Nagar Panchayats) as the pre-election activities for them are underway.
Local body polls: Andhra Pradesh SEC appoints 28 IAS officers as general observers
Punetha highlights the importance of Poll Management App in sharing information on voter management, polling stations and election procedures
Experts discuss roadmap for quantum-resistant digital infrastructure
SRM University-AP hosts stakeholder consultation workshop on Post-Quantum Cryptography and Cybersecurity
Employees unions decide to wear black badges while attending duties across RTC depots on October 22, 23 and 26; JAC warns of intensifying stir if the issues are not addressed
VSU V-C earns global recognition in Worlds Top 2% Scientists list
From the looms of Assam to the Presidents wardrobe, Eri silk makes a mark
Droupadi Murmu purchases naturally dyed indigo blue Eri shawl featuring elaborate motifs for 4,500 and makes the payment via UPI at the SARAS Mela in Vijayawada
Rural Women Emerge as Wealth Creators, Says President Murmu
President Murmu highlights the transformation of rural women into wealth creators during the launch of the National Saras Mela in Vijayawada. Rural Women Emerge as Wealth Creators, Says President Murmu
Devotee Gifts Rs 75 Lakh Worth Gold Crown to Goddess Kanaka Durga
A devotee gifted a gold crown weighing 494 grams and valued at about Rs 75 lakh to Goddess Kanaka Durga in Vijayawada.
Turn Lakhpati Didis into Crorepati Didis, says President Murmu at Saras Mela in Vijayawada
More than 10 crore women have joined self-help groups in the past 12 years, says the President
Woman arrested in Vijayawada on drug smuggling charge; police seize about 100 grams of MDMA
Railway police and EAGLE personnel arrest the woman during searches on the Bengaluru-Howrah Express
President Murmu Offers Prayers At Kanaka Durga Temple
The President arrived at Vijayawada International Airport at Gannavaram by a special aircraft at 6.10pm: Report
Mini India at Vijayawada as National Saras Mela Moves Out of NCR
Murmu is scheduled to visit stalls, interact with women entrepreneurs and have a meal with Lakhpati Didis representing different states.
Vijayawada Gears Up For Civic Elections, Orders Strict Enforcement Of Poll Code
Vijayawada Municipal Corporation has directed officials to complete election preparations on time and strictly enforce the Model Code of Conduct.
AP: President Droupadi Murmu to inaugurate National Saras Aajeevika Mela 2026 in Vijayawada
President Droupadi Murmu will inaugurate the National Saras Aajeevika Mela 2026 at Punnami Ghat in Vijayawada, Andhra Pradesh, on October 15. This is the first time a national event will be hosted outside the Delhi-NCR region. Organised in collaboration with the Deendayal Antyodaya Yojana-National Rural Livelihood Mission (DAY-NRLM) and the Andhra Pradesh Society for Elimination of Rural Poverty (SERP), the fair features approximately 1,000 women entrepreneurs and artisans representing 34 states and Union Territories. Over 650 stalls have been set up to display traditional handlooms, handicrafts, organic goods, and household products. During the event, the Lakhpati Didi Compendium and the SARAS Shakti Application will be formally launched in the presence of President Murmu and Union Minister for Rural Development Shivraj Singh Chouhan. Additionally, a special film highlighting the national resolve to create six crore Lakhpati Didis across the country will be screened. More than 200 wom...
AI Deployed Extensively For Dasara Security: DGP
Andhra Pradesh Police are using AI-based surveillance, crowd analysis and traffic management systems to strengthen security during Dasara festivities in Vijayawada.
President Droupadi Murmu worships at Goddess Kanaka Durga temple in Vijayawada
She will inaugurate SARAS Mela in Vijayawada on October 15 and have lunch with members of SHGs and Lakhpati Didis
Vijayawada to host National Saras Mela as part of Dasara festivities
Three arrested in Nellore murder case, one absconding
Three arrested in Nellore murder case, one absconding
50,000 crore sanctioned for infrastructure development in Andhra Pradesh: Narayana
Municipal Administration Minister says all projects stalled by previous government have been resumed; underground drainage works worth 800 crore in Nellore to be completed by June 12, 2027, with tap connections to every household and Sangam Barrage water supply by year-end
Nellore SP identifies sensitive villages ahead of local body polls
Ajitha Vejendla directs police to strengthen security, monitor trouble-makers and prevent a recurrence of election-related clashes
Thousands throng Vijayawadas Kanaka Durga temple on Day 4 of Dasara festivities
ESIC floats 134-crore tender for 100-bed hospital in Nellore
Nellore MP says the hospital will make quality medical services accessible to thousands of unorganised-sector workers and their families in the region
Schedule for local body elections in Andhra Pradesh announced
Digital Desk | Amaravati, Oct 14 (IANS) Elections for 100 Urban Local Bodies in Andhra Pradesh will be held on October 28, while Gram Panchayat elections will be conducted in three phases in November-December. The State Election Commission on Wednesday announced the poll schedule for the Urban and Rural Local Bodies. State Election Commissioner Anil Chandra Punetha announced that the Model Code of Conduct has come into force with immediate effect. The announcement of the schedule came after the Municipal Administration and Urban Development Department furnished the Gazette Notifications containing the particulars of reservations to the seats and offices in Urban Local Bodies to the State Election Commission, along with readiness for the conduct of the elections. Out of 123 Urban Local Bodies, the Commission has issued notifications for conduct of elections to 100 Urban Local Bodies (13 Municipal Corporations and 87 Municipalities/Nagar Panchayats). Elections have not been notified yet for the remaining 23 Urban Local Bodies (4 Municipal Corporations and 19 Municipalities/ Nagar Panchayats) as the pre-election activities for them are underway. Polling will be held for Greater Visakhapatnam Municipal Corporation (GVMC), Vijayawada Municipal Corporation (VMC), Vizianagaram, Eluru, Machilipatnam, Guntur, Ongole, Nellore, Tirupati, Chittoor, Kadapa, Kurnool and Anantapuram Municipal Corporations and 87 Municipalities/Nagar Panchayats. The Commission also announced that elections to Mandal Parishad Territorial Constituencies (MPTCs) and Zilla Parishad Territorial Constituencies (ZPTCs) will be held on November 3. The Gram Panchayat elections will be conducted in 3 phases November 26, November 29 and December 2. The State Election Commission issued the notification for elections to 100 ULBs. The nominations will be accepted till October 18, while scrutiny of nominations will be undertaken on October 19. According to the schedule, October 21 will be the last date for withdrawal of candidates. Polling will be held on October 28, while counting of votes will be taken up on October 30. For MPTC and ZPTC elections, the notification will be issued on October 19. Nominations will be received till October 23, while scrutiny of nominations will be taken up the next day. October 27 is the last date for withdrawal of candidates. Polling will be held on November 3, while results will be declared on November 5. Counting of votes for Gram Panchayats will be taken up immediately after completion of polling in all three phases.
Tamil Nadu CM Joseph Vijay Visits Sri Durga Kanaka Temple in Vijayawada
Tamil Nadu Chief Minister Joseph Vijay visits the Sri Durga Kanaka Temple and offers prayers in Vijayawada, Andhra Pradesh.
Woman Held With 110 Grams of MDMA on Bengaluru-Vijayawada Route
The police detained a young woman who was allegedly transporting the contraband from Bengaluru to Vijayawada.
Vijayawada: Devotees rush as Goddess Kanaka Durga adorned as Maha Chandi Devi
Goddess Kanaka Durga was adorned as Sri Maha Chandi Devi on the fourth day of the ongoing Dasara Sharannavaratri celebrations at the Sri Durga Malleswara Swamy Varla Devasthanam atop Indrakeeladri in Vijayawada. The temple witnessed a steady influx of devotees, who gathered to offer prayers and seek the blessings of the presiding deity during the auspicious Navaratri festivities. The annual Dasara festivities at the hill shrine hold great spiritual significance, attracting devotees from Vijayawada and various parts of the region. Speaking to ANI, temple committee member Sankar Sandilya Vaidika shared that devotees should seek the blessings of Maha Chandi Devi.
Vijayawada hotels see low occupancy despite rush for Dasara and two other events
Hoteliers say most devotees return home by evening without staying in the city
Kanaka Durga Temple Celebrates Fourth Day of Dasara in Maha Chandi Alankaram
The Dasara Sharannavaratri celebrations at the Sri Kanaka Durga temple atop Indrakeeladri in Vijayawada have entered their fourth day.
Tamil Nadu Chief Minister Participates in Vijayawada Festival 2.0
Tamil Nadu Chief Minister C. Joseph Vijay joins Andhra Pradeshs N. Chandrababu Naidu at the vibrant Vijayawada Festival 2.0, celebrating culture and unity. Tamil Nadu Chief Minister Participates in Vijayawada Festival 2.0
Vijay Receives Rousing Welcome in Vijayawada
After offering prayers at the Kanakadurga temple, Vijay took part in Vijayawada Utsav-2 organized at Punnami Ghat. Vijay said that he was happy to come to Vijayawada and also meet the people. He thanked the public for their affection towards him.
Tamil Nadu Chief Minister offers prayers at Kanaka Durga temple, attends Vijayawada Utsav
Vijay stresses youth power and inter-State cooperation; discusses river interlinking with Chandrababu Naidu
Vijayawada: India to Grow at 7% in 2026 and 2027, Says Dinakar
India is projected to grow at 7 per cent in 2026 and 2027 despite global economic uncertainty, highlighting its resilience and potential to drive the global economy, according to Lanka Dinakar, chairman of the state governments Twenty Points Programme implementation.
Andhra SEC to announce local body polls schedule after gazette notifications
Digital Desk | Vijayawada, Oct 13 (IANS) The schedule for local body elections in Andhra Pradesh will be announced after the departments concerned issue gazette notifications, State Election Commissioner (SEC) Anil Chandra Punetha said on Tuesday. The SEC added that the poll schedule will be announced once the state government communicates its readiness for the elections. Punetha said the elections would be conducted in an effective manner. He assured all security measures in the sensitive and hyper sensitive areas. He held a meeting with representatives of 20 political parties here on Tuesday. He told media after the meeting that the political parties sought security for the contesting candidates. They also submitted various suggestions to the SEC, including timely issuance of caste certificates. The state government on Monday announced reservation for Scheduled Tribes (STs), Scheduled Castes (SCs), Backward Classes (BCs) and women for the posts of Mayors in 17 municipal corporations and chairpersons in 106 municipalities and nagar panchayats. The state government has earmarked one Mayoral seat for STs (Mangalagiri Tadepalli), two seats for SCs (Kurnool Women and Rajamahendravaram General), five seats for BCs (Kakinada Women, Machilipatnam Women, Eluru General, Anantapuram General, and Chittoor General). Five Mayoral seats have been reserved under Women (General) for Vizianagaram, Srikakulam, Guntur, Kadapa, and the Greater Visakhapatnam Municipal Corporation (GVMC). Mayor seats in Tirupati, Vijayawada, Ongole, and Nellore remained unreserved. Commissioner and Director of Municipal Administration, P. Sampath Kumar, issued an official notification determining and finalising the ward-wise reservation of seats for STs, SCs, BCs and women across 13 major municipal corporations in the state. The state government has capped overall reservation for all categories at 50 per cent after the High Court struck down its order for 34 per cent reservation for BCs. The Supreme Court on October 9 dismissed its plea challenging the Andhra Pradesh High Court. The apex court questioned the legal basis of the data relied upon by the state government to justify the enhanced BC quota, particularly the findings of a Unified Family Survey. On October 1, the Andhra Pradesh High Court struck down two government orders providing 34 per cent reservation for BCs in local body elections, saying that the quota breached the 50 per cent ceiling on total reservations. The High Court said that the aggregate reservation for all categories in local bodies should not exceed 50 per cent in accordance with the Supreme Court's guidelines. The court judgment came as a setback to the N. Chandrababu Naidu-led coalition government, as increasing BC reservation in local bodies from 20 per cent to 34 per cent was one of its key promises during the 2024 Assembly elections. Chief Minister Chandrababu Naidu had announced the enhanced quota on August 18, saying that BCs would get 34 per cent reservation in rural local bodies and 33.33 per cent in urban local bodies.
Food Safety Raids on Eateries along HyderabadVijayawada Highway
The inspections, carried out by the Telangana Safe Food Wing and Enforcement officials, revealed cockroaches and rats in storage areas, food being prepared in unhygienic kitchens, and insect-infested pulses and other raw ingredients used for cooking
President Murmu's On 2- Day Visit To Vijayawada For Navaratri
President Droupadi Murmu will be on a two-day official visit to Vijayawada, Andhra Pradesh, on October 14 and 15 during the Navratri festivities.
Tight Security at Kanaka Durga Temple Ahead of TN CM Vijay's Visit
TN CM Vijay will visit the temple along with AP CM N. Chandrababu Naidu amid the ongoing Dasara Sharannavaratri Utsavams at the famous hilltop shrine of Goddess Kanaka Durga in Vijayawada.
YSRCP to focus on digital outreach, organisational strength for local body polls in A.P.
Sajjala instructs various wings of the party to identify alternative candidates for every seat
Vijayawada Mayor post declared Unreserved General as per 2026 reservation allocation
President Murmu To Visit Vijayawada On October 14, 15
President Droupadi Murmu will visit Vijayawada on October 14 and 15 to offer prayers at Kanaka Durga Temple and attend the SARAS Mela at Punnami Ghat.
HyderabadVijayawada NH-65 Six-Laning Works to Begin in January 2027; NHAI Sets Nov 11 Bid Deadline
The project envisages widening the existing four-lane highway to six lanes, with service roads on both sides and controlled-access facilities.
Four burnt alive as car catches fire in Vijayawada
Four burnt alive as car catches fire in Vijayawada Vijayawada: Four persons, including a child, were burnt alive as an electric car caught fire after hitting a road divider in Andhra Pradeshs Vijayawada on Monday. Another person was critically injured in the horrific accident that occurred on the Vijayawada West Bypass Road. Police and fire-fighting [] The post Four burnt alive as car catches fire in Vijayawada appeared first on Mangalorean.com .
Two get life imprisonment in murder case
SPMVV partners with NIELIT Tirupati to boost digital learning, industry-ready skills development
Four including a toddler die after electric car hits wall and catches fire on Vijayawada West bypass
Three-year-old boy is among the deceased; victims were returning after attending a function when the accident occurred
Over 300 maize farmers seek payment of dues in Markapuram district
A.P. MA&UD Minister distributes housing pattas to 19 transgenders in Nellore
Minister reviews security via CCTVs for Dasara festivities in Vijayawada
Four Killed As Electric Car Catches Fire On Vijayawada West Bypass
Police and fire personnel rushed to the spot after receiving information and launched rescue operations: Reports
Moderate rush on the second day of Dasara festivities atop Indrakeeladri in Vijayawada
Rush remained thin until 10 a.m., then gradually increased, with 63,370 devotees having darshan by 1 p.m., according to temple officials
QR code tags help trace missing children during Dasara Utsavams atop Indrakeeladri in Vijayawada
Tags are being tied to children aged below 10 years. Any devotee, police, or temple staff who notices a missing child can scan the QR code to learn the parents names, contact numbers, and address, and hand the child over to the family members, says WD&CW Project Director
Telangana minister urges NHAI to expedite expansion of Hyderabad-Vijayawada Highway
Digital Desk | Hyderabad, Oct 12 (IANS) Telangana's Roads & Buildings Minister Komatireddy Venkat Reddy on Monday urged National Highway Authority of India (NHAI) Chairman Santosh Kumar Yadav to expedite the expansion of the Hyderabad-Vijayawada-Machilipatnam National Highway-65 and commence the work as soon as possible. The minister met the NHAI Chairman and Member, Projects, Vipnesh Sharma, in New Delhi to discuss this critical project. Responding to the minister's request, NHAI Chairman Yadav announced that November 11 has been set as the deadline for submitting tenders for the project and assured that the work would begin by January 2027. According to an official release, the minister expressed concern over the ever-increasing traffic congestion and frequent road accidents on this national highway, which is vital for both Telangana and Andhra Pradesh. He urged NHAI officials to accelerate the tender process for the highway's expansionprioritising commuter safetyand to ensure that construction work begins without delay. The proposed project entails expanding the existing four-lane highway to six lanes and developing service roads on both sides, along with controlled-access facilities. The minister stated that upon completion, this expansion would facilitate smoother vehicular movement, reduce traffic congestion, and save travel time. He emphasised that the project would play a significant role in preventing accidents and enhancing road safety. The minister noted that the HyderabadVijayawada National Highway serves as a vital transportation route for thousands of travellers and motorists daily, as he sought that the expansion work must be undertaken with the utmost priority, aiming to reduce accidents on this route and ensure a safe and comfortable journey for the public. Venkat Reddy stated that road development goes beyond merely enhancing travel facilities; it also involves saving lives, boosting commercial activities, and strengthening transport connectivity between the Telugu states. He affirmed that they would maintain continuous coordination with central agencies to ensure the timely completion of the NH-65 expansion works.
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