Rajagopal Reddy Denies Quitting Congress, Starting New Party
Rajagopal Reddy explained that he was travelling to Guntur only to accompany his followers who wished to attend a private function, and later he would also visit the Sri Durga Mallikarjuna Swamy temple at Vijayawada for darshan.
Reduce, Reuse and Recycle Centres to be set up at all ward secretariat offices in Vijayawada
People can bring used steel utensils, clothes, books, papers, slippers, shoes, electronic equipment, and other materials to their nearest RRR centre, says VMC Commissioner
A.P. govt. brings back safely 361 Telugu pilgrims from Nepal in week-long rescue mission
Minister Nara Lokesh personally monitors the entire operation; the last batch of 86 stranded at Manasarovar lake return from the strife-torn nation by a special flight and reach their homes in Vizag, Vijayawada, Tirupati and other places
UK Deputy High Commissioner to attend Educational Pavilion in Vijayawada
Scheduled to be held September 22 to November 16 as part of Vijayawada Utsav, the programme aims to guide students on the courses, career opportunities, and admission processes in India and abroad
Free Tickets To Watch ANRs Iconic Films On His 101st Birth Anniversary In theatres
The films will be re-released in several key cities, including Hyderabad, Vijayawada, Vizag, and Ongole, with more centers likely to be added.
School Student Lodges Complaint Against Mother in Vijayawada for Scolding Him
The boy met Assistant Commissioner of Police Durga Rao and complained about his mother
Musi Revival Will Spur Night Economy in Hyderabad, Says Revanth
Key proposals include Phase-II Metro expansion of 76.4 km with an investment of Rs 24,000 crore, greenfield highways, radial roads between ORR and RRR, new airports at Warangal and Adilabad, and industrial corridors linking Hyderabad to Nagpur, Bengaluru, and Vijayawada.
Health and cultural programmes mark Yatri Sewa Diwas at Vijayawada airport
Kesineni Sivanath accuses YSRCP leaders of hatching conspiracies to obstruct Vijayawada Utsav
AP Governor Launches Swasth Nari Sashakt Parivar Abhiyan in Vijayawada
Statewide health drive to run till Oct 2 as part of Gandhi Jayanti events
NTR memorial park will be established in Amaravati, says Naidu
Diarrhoea in Vijayawada: water sample reports expected in two days, say analysts
Of 333 total reported cases, 34 patients are undergoing treatment; all patients are stable and no deaths have been reported so far, says NTR District Collector
Vijayawada Utsav To Showcase Citys Cultural Grandeur
Vice President CP Radhakrishnan expected to be chief guest: Reports
Andhra Pradesh: Krystal Integrated Services secures Rs 168 cr contract
Mumbai: Manpower services provider Krystal Integrated Services Ltd on Tuesday said it has secured a Rs 168 crore contract from the Director of Medical Education, Vijayawada, Andhra Pradesh, according to an exchange filing. The company informed stock exchanges that the project is for providing house-keeping services for hospitals and institutions under the control of Director 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 .
Preparations begin for grand Vijayawada Utsav on the lines of Mysuru Dasara
11-day festival will focus on reviving fading art forms and promoting Vijayawada as a hub of culture and tourism, says Health Minister
Health check-ups, blood donation camp planned at Vijayawada airport for Yatri Sewa Diwas
18 youths rescued from floodwaters of Penna River in Nellore
The youngsters were rescued in a seven-hour joint operation by police, fire and revenue department officials
Capital Hospital doctors perform high-risk heart surgery on 40-year-old man
Engineers play significant role in nation-building, say experts
They recall the historical contributions of engineers in irrigation projects and industrial growth of the country and make special references to projects such as Himayatsagar Dam and Srisailam Dam
Diarrhoea cases touch 305 in Vijayawada, 60 persons undergoing treatment
Minister Anam Ramanarayana Reddy releases water from Somasila Reservoir to Penna River
The government is preparing plans to set up temple tourism parks across the district as per the orders of the Chief Minister
No uranium contamination in ground water at Turakapalem, clarifies Health Department
The department, as part of preventive measures, has ordered officials concerned to ensure that water is being supplied through tankers in the village
Residents, farmers oppose proposed Indosol, BPCL projects in Nellore district
Bharatha Chaitanya Yuvajana chief Ramachandra Yadav announces to go on a hunger strike along with the farmers if there is an attempt to grab their lands in Karedu
Sale of Dasara special puja tickets begins at Kanaka Durga temple in Vijayawada
Tickets are available for in-person and virtual participation for major pujas. Devotees can book through the temple website, WhatsApp, or counters, with strict guidelines for travel and attire
YSRCP blames Andhra Pradesh government over diarrhoea outbreak in Vijayawada
Fact-finding team claims over 700 cases in five days against official figure of 270, alleges lapses in water supply and health camps
Andhra Pradesh HC directs govt. to extend tenure of APSCPCR members till new body is formed
Consider the representations made to this effect by the APSCPCR Chairperson and members, HC tells the Secretary of WD&CW Department
Diarrhoea cases rise to 263 in Vijayawada, 427 water samples collected for testing
AP: 18 yrs on, CBI court notice to Ayesha Meeras parents in murder case
Hyderabad: The brutal murder of B Pharmacy student Ayesha Meera inside her hostel near Vijayawada 18 years ago remains unresolved, with her family stating that even an independent agency like the Central Bureau of Investigation (CBI) has failed to deliver justice. Ayesha Meeras parents receive notice from CBI court Shamshad Begum and Iqbal Basha, parents 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 .
40 Gurukul students suffer viral fever, diarrhoea in Atmakur
20 students sent back to their houses, while 20 are undergoing treatment at a nearby PHC
Youth kills B-Pharmacy student in Nellore
The accused after attacking the girl with the knife surrendered to the police
Jagan condemns attack on two YSRCP activists in Krishna district
Those responsible for such incidents will be held accountable if YSRCP returns to power, he warns
Government will procure 50 lakh MT of paddy in kharif, says Civil Supplies Minister
Fine quality rice will be supplied to 41,000 schools and 4,000 welfare hostels in the State, he says
SIT Registers Case Against Fertility Fraud
According to officials, six special teams conducted simultaneous searches at Secunderabad, Kondapur, Vijayawada, and Visakhapatnam
YSRC Declares Support for Amaravati as Sole Capital
The former government adviser said development between Vijayawada and Guntur would be sufficient for establishing the capital. It would be a megacity up to Machilipatnam.
State-level Anganwadi workers, helpers meet in Ongole on October 20
1,500 tax defaulters in Nellore told to appear before Lok Adalat on September 13
Strict action will be taken against defaulters of property tax, drinking water tax, vacant land tax and trade license tax, says NMC Commissioner
Situation under control at diarrhoea-hit locality in Vijayawada, says A.P. Health Minister
VSU to set up Glass and Glazing Skill Centre
The centre will play a vital role in enhancing employment opportunities for the VSU students in the glass industry, says Vice-Chancellor Prof. Allam Srinivasa Rao
Roundtable meeting in Vijayawada calls for united fight to save Visakhapatnam Steel Plant
Minister Satyakumar Says Diarrhoea Situation Under Control in Vijayawada
Water supply suspended; samples sent for further testing, no deaths reported
Adequate measures sought to check diarrhoea in Vijayawada
This is the second time in 16 months that the city has reported a diarrhoea outbreak, says PAV
Protecting Environment Everybodys Responsibility: Forest Official
Collector Venkata Murali warned of the dire consequences of deforestation and environmental negligence, pointing to recent extreme weather events such as record floods in Vijayawada, droughts, landslides, and urban destruction caused by heavy rainfall.
Diarrhoea cases in Vijayawada go up to 102, no clarity yet on causes
No deaths reported, says Minister; reports of water samples sent to Institute of Preventive Medicine awaited; control room set up at the Collectorate
Nellore Tourism Department to host photo, video contests
4,000 tonnes of urea available in Prakasam district, says DAO
Awareness rally held in Ongole as a part of an outreach programme under the aegis of the district Agriculture Department to reduce the use of chemical fertilizers and to encourage the use of organic manures
National Award recipient Prof Vijayalaxmis quest to teach and build better
In todays world shaped by Google and AI, teachers remain irreplaceable. Why? Because search engines can hand us endless answers, but only a teacher can kindle the curiosity to ask the right questions. While algorithms may process data, it is teachers who invoke empathy, imagination, and the courage to think differently, and so their relevance is not measured by the information they carry, but by the wisdom, patience, and human touch with which they shape lives. Recognising this and honouring educators year after year, the Government of India confers the National Award to Teachers, bestowed annually since 1958. The Department of Higher Education, Ministry of Education, selected 21 teachers in Higher Education Institutions (HEIs) and Polytechnic this year. Among the recipients was Professor Iyer Vijayalaxmi Kasinath, a Chennaiite who teaches in the School of Planning and Architecture, Vijayawada, Andhra Pradesh. From admitting she stumbled into architecture before falling in love with it, to playing a vital part in shaping climate-resilient and sustainable architecture curricula in India, her journey now aligns with the countrys international climate commitment. Here are excerpts from her candid conversation with CE . What inspired you to choose teaching as your path? Do you remember the teacher who inspired or made an impact on you to fuel that dream? I was in class 8. My brother had finished Engineering and cracked JEE, while my sister had joined MBBS. At that time, when my father asked what I wanted to pursue, I said I wanted to be a teacher. I didnt know what I wanted to teach, but I think the decision came from the reverence and respect I had for my teachers in school. Later, in my undergraduate programme, I noticed certain traits in my professors that further inspired me to become a teacher myself. I had a professor named Ravi at Anna University. He taught me Basic Design in the first semester and Urban Design in my ninth semester. He was able to come down to the level of a first-semester B Arch student and also managed to relate to us in our final year of undergraduation. His way of teaching was fantastic that one could not take their eyes off the board. He was very punctual to class, and I have also never seen him lose his temper with his students. He would also never go out of his way to cajole students, but if you spoke to him, he would give you time. He was prepared before he came to class, and one could see his preparation, which means he respected his students and their time. All this was at a time when there was no real accountability system in education. There was no NAAC or NBA. I appreciated his passion and he was my biggest inspiration. So, the month I finished my post-graduation, I took up a teaching job. What led you to architecture? How did your interest evolve towards sustainable design? Frankly speaking, I wasnt very passionate or keen on studying architecture. I had admission letters from multiple institutions outside Chennai after I finished school, but due to certain family situations, I wanted to be closer to home. Hence, I applied to Anna University and I got into the Architecture programme. Within a few weeks, when Professor Ravi taught us, I developed an interest in the subject. I was always very good at Mathematics. What I do today sustainable architecture has a lot of math in it. We have to calculate so many things how energy transfer happens in buildings, how to make buildings comfortable, and so on. I think I found that sweet spot where my liking for architecture, which I had developed over a period of time, and my aptitude in Mathematics came together. What keeps you passionate about teaching after almost three decades in the profession? As teachers, we have the responsibility of training the next generation. When it comes to my domain of architecture, I believe that my generation has done immense damage to the environment. Now it is our duty to help the next generation mend that damage. This aligns with the agenda of the Government of India, which is to make India carbon neutral by 2070. But we have buildings that consume 40 percent of energy. So this gap of traversing to a net carbon-zero country is where, I think, I, as a teacher, am aiming to help students with. That keeps my fire burning. The National Award for Teachers winners with Prime Minister Narendra Modi In promoting sustainable architectural practices in India, what major challenges do you think architects are encountering, and how should they address them? Firstly, compared to a decade ago, every architect has become aware of sustainability. Even clients have become aware of sustainable architecture, climate-responsive architecture, and that we need to be less energy intensive. But when a client invests his earnings of 30-35 years in a home, he has specificities that he would expect an architect to deliver, which might not be sustainable or help in keeping the building energy-intensive. So there is always the issue of meeting clients expectations. To tell them that they will have to live a slightly compromised life to have a sustainable building that doesnt consume much energy is an issue for architects. That is the challenge they have of convincing clients. But on the other side, there is a lot of work being done to make energy-neutral building materials. Materials are echo-labelled where the label says how much energy a product has consumed, carbon dioxide it has emitted, and so on. With such products, architects are quantifying the energy that they are consuming, but the confluence of everything isnt happening today. It will take some time. Are there challenges when it comes to institutional mindsets of evolving architecture curriculum to accommodate sustainability? If you had asked me this question six months back, I would have said that there needs to be a great shift in the mindset. But recently, the Council of Architecture, which is the governing body for architectural education in India, made a separate team of experts to address the question of how to bring in sustainability and address climate change issues in the curriculum, especially the undergraduate one. I was a member too, and I think we have done as much to bring in three aspects climate change, climate justice, and climate-based rehabilitation into the curriculum of architecture. The National Award considers teaching-learning effectiveness and outreach. In your view, what makes your teaching effective and impactful? I believe that when a student learns, he shouldnt just learn to write answers on a question paper. When he leaves, he should carry something significant in his hand. So I make every student go to the site and ask them to investigate the field, applying whatever was taught in theory. They should collect data, and it has to be interpolated. During this process, I also teach them technical writing. I facilitate their study by helping them procure instruments to study the data. Similarly, if there is a building that a student wants to study, and the owner refuses permission, I request them and facilitate the study. I end up handling each student on a one-to-one basis. I get WhatsApp messages at 2.30 am or 3 am saying Maam, the instrument isnt working or The weather was warm till yesterday and now due to thunderstorms the temperature has changed. Should I continue my reading? My work is 24/7. Almost every student at the end of my course or subject has a technical paper worth publishing. It is then up to them how they want to take the paper forward publish in journals or books, present it in conferences, or take it up as their PhD. Almost 80% of the students also end up taking the same topic as their dissertation and final thesis because they have invested so much thought, time, and energy into this work for my class. We often focus on new energy-efficient or climate-resilient buildings, but how does your work address making existing structures more sustainable? I teach sustainable architecture because India is a developing country and there is a huge demand for new buildings. In the next 50 years, there will be double the number of buildings. So there is a scope for them to be sustainable. But I also teach students how to retrofit old buildings with technology. That is a work in progress. For instance, how can we use nanotechnology or nano coatings to ensure heat from outside doesnt come in? This becomes very important for heat-wave-prone places like Andhra Pradesh because disaster management guidelines ask people to stay inside, but the inside is so hot, and people who suffer are mainly women and children. Even those who work in industries like the cottage industry, for example, are already tackling heat stress. How do we make those buildings cool? We cant say demolish and rebuild; that is where retrofitting comes into the picture. A large part of my research is about retrofitting. I also encourage students to study possibilities of retrofitting the buildings they study because if they take baby steps in one course and take it forward in their dissertation or thesis, when they start moving into the industry, they will think more about retrofitting buildings for energy efficiency. Can you imagine yourself doing anything else besides teaching? I am extremely passionate about my profession. You cannot make me do anything else, and one cannot shake me out of it in exchange for anything in this world.
Centre To Make Procurement More Transparent, Farmer-Centric
As part of the on-going national initiative to strengthen the efficiency, transparency and digital integration of the foodgrain procurement ecosystem, DFPD organised the 8th state-level workshop in Vijayawada on Wednesday.
23 people taken ill in Vijayawada with diarrhoea symptoms
Diarrhoea Cases in Vijayawada, Food Poisoning Suspected
The affected people resided at Rajarajeshwari Peta area. Some of them informed the doctors that they had eaten food at an event in their area on Tuesday and thereafter started vomiting and having loose motions. They were admitted to the hospital on Wednesday.
Working towards making procurement system more farmer-centric: officials
Auto drivers hold huge rally in Ongole demanding 30,000 under Vahana Mitra scheme
Reduce the import and export duties along with VAT imposed on diesel, as well as gas, which were increased by the Central and State governments, says AIRTWF
IMA to launch one-year certificate course in diabetology
IMA-AP To Launch Certificate Course In Diabetology
The event was attended by IMA CGP AP state secretary Dr M.V.V. Muralimohan, director of studies IMA CGP-AP Dr M. Parni Kumar, course chief faculty Prof. G. Eswar, course convenor Dr Dhulipalla Bharat Kumar, IMA-AP joint secretary Dr T. Seva Kumar, IMA Vijayawada branch president Dr Bodepudi Hanumayya, and several others.
YSRCP leaders allege government cheated farmers in Ongole
147 children rescued from begging, bonded labour in Nellore district
Of the total rescued, 79 were involved in begging, 60 in child labour and eight under bonded labour
Officials invite Naidu to participate in Moola Nakshatram rituals; Endowments Commissioner reviews temple projects, says Sharannavaratri Utsavams draw over 10 lakh devotees
A.P. government ready to bear any cost for poor students: Minister
The State government is helping the families of students who died due to any illness through the Swanthana scheme, says Social Welfare Minister Dola Sree Bala Veeranjaneya Swamy
Rally organised to spread awareness on eye donation in Vijayawada
CPI, farmer leaders demand government to take steps against shortage of urea
There is a shortage of seven lakh metric tonnes of fertiliser this year when compared to last year, says CPI District Secretary
Government will soon launch Maha Shakti scheme: Lanka Dinakar
Web counselling for A.P. LAWCET, PGLCET begins
Asked if senior party leaders would welcome the move, sources claimed that Raja Reddys entry was proposed by a section of leaders after which the decision was taken
Police say the gang follows a nomadic operational model, staying in one city for about a week before moving to another urban hub including cities like Chennai, Bengaluru, Vijayawada, Howrah, or New Delhi.
APSCHE releases schedule of online admissions in different courses
Vijayawada Utsav to Add Grandeur to Dasara Festivities
With music concerts, dance shows, film launches, AI-guided tours, and helicopter rides, the Vijayawada Utsav promises to rekindle the citys cultural vibrancy after decades.
Vijayawada: Durga Temple Closed Due to Lunar Eclipse
Early morning services such as Suprabhata Seva, Khadgamala Puja, and Vastra Seva stand cancelled, with darshan resuming only after 8.30 a.m.
Vijayawada Utsav to be held from September 22
Hope the festival will attract investments, create jobs and will help Vijayawada transform into a major business hub, says MP Kesineni Sivanath
A.P. Minister Srinivas explores global partnerships at SME Summit in Davos
Kondapalli Srinivas engages with global leaders from innovation, finance, and technology sectors, with a focus on building resilient ecosystems for SMEs
Target set to provide 50,000 jobs overseas in next five years: Lokesh
A skill portal will be launched this month to integrate training and job opportunities, says the HRD Minister
GST On Temple-Town Hotels Down To 5% from 12%
Vijay Kumar highlighted that the GST on temple-town hotels in Tirumala, Annavaram, Dwaraka Tirumala and Vijayawada has been slashed from 12 per cent to 5 per cent
A.P. Legislature Secretary General reviews arrangements for national meet on women empowerment
Two men drown in Gundamala beach after Ganesh idol immersion
250 delegates take part in conference on friction-based processes in Tirupati
The three-day event provides a platform for young researchers through poster presentations, with awards for the best entries
The ACB court in Vijayawada grants him a brief reprieve to enable him to cast his vote in the Vice-Presidential election to be held on September 9, and he will have to surrender before the jail Superintendent before 5 p.m. on September 11
Nine injured in RTC bus lorry collision near Tirupati
Lokesh Declares That Andhra Model of Education Will Turn Global Benchmark
Speaking at the Gurupooja Utsavam (Teachers Day) held at Vijayawada on Friday coinciding with the birth anniversary of Bharat Ratna Dr. Sarvepalli Radhakrishnan, Lokesh, along with Chief Minister Nara Chandrababu Naidu, felicitated 175 best teachers from across the state.
Milad-un-Nabi Celebrated With Grandeur Across AP
In Vijayawada, MP Kesineni Sivanath alias Chinni participated in a massive rally organised at the Panja Centre, along with Muslim elders, leaders and community. He hailed the Prophet as an eternal guide to humanity.
Vidya Parirakshana Cycle Yatra highlights students issues in Prakasam
The eight-day yatra, covering 380 km across the district, draws attention to delayed fee reimbursements, high hostel charges, and challenges faced by students under the new National Education Policy
A.P.s higher education institutions show resilience in NIRF 2025 rankings: APSCHE
Engineering and pharmacy institutions make gains; management and law remain works in progress
Air India Aborts Flight After Bird Hit At Vijayawada Airport
Air passengers heaved a sigh of relief on learning about the development. The authorities ordered an examination of the aircraft for any possible damage.
CREDAI Property Show-2025 in Tirupati from today
Devotees Express Devotion With Foreign Currency
The Hundi collections of Sri Durga Malleswara Swamy Varla Devasthanam (Durga temple) at Indrakeeladri in Vijayawada were held on Thursday, and the offerings made by devotees amounted to an impressive 4,57,31,258 in cash.
Vikrama Simhapuri Universitys faculty member bags Best State Teacher Award
TUDA starts e-auction of plots at Padmavathi Nagar Layout
TUDA Secretary says that 277 plots are vacant out of 985 plots developed in an extent of 145 acres of land near Surappakasam on the highway between Tiruchanur to Renigunta
Bengaluru-bound Air India flight to cancelled after bird strike
In an official statement, Air India Express said, The aircraft assigned to operate the Vijayawada-Bengaluru flight experienced a suspected bird strike at Vijayawada airport, leading to the cancellation of the service. We regret the inconvenience caused by circumstances beyond the airline`s control
SEC tells government to gear up for Gram Panchayat elections next year
State Election Commissioner stated that the 1st ordinary elections for GPs were held in 2021, and their five-year term commenced on April 3, 2021, as notified by the Commissioner of PR & RD.
An Air India Express flight from Vijayawada to Bengaluru was cancelled on Thursday due to a bird strike during taxiing. An eagle hit the plane's nose, prompting alternate arrangements for passengers. This incident follows a similar event on Tuesday, where an IndiGo flight from Nagpur to Kolkata returned to Nagpur after a suspected bird strike shortly after take-off for inspection.
Air India Express Flight From Vijayawada To Bengaluru Cancelled After Bird Hit
The airline had to cancel the flight and make alternate arrangements for the passengers.
Bird Hit Disrupts Air India VijayawadaBengaluru Flight
The pilot safely brought the aircraft back to the runway around 8.25 a.m., ensuring the safety of all passengers on board.
