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A.P. will be garbage-free soon, says MA&UD Minister
Eight waste-to-energy plants will help achieve the goal, says Narayana
Proposal for Greater Vijayawada Municipal Corporation gets positive response from CM Naidu
Vijayawada MPKesineni Sivanath (Chinni) said the merger of around 75 surrounding villages into the proposed GVMC would significantly boost industrial corridors, IT parks, tourism investments
Narsipuram ZPHS Student Qualify RBVP 2025
Their project, Grama Musthabu (A Vision for Waste Management), earned recognition at the Southern India Science Fest held in Vijayawada, organised by the Visvesvaraya Industrial and Technological Museum (VITM), Bengaluru
87th Senior National Badminton Championship Begins in Vijayawada
Home minister Vangalapudi Anitha said hosting a championship of this stature reflected Andhra Pradeshs growing sporting culture and commitment to nurturing talent
Bara Shaheed Dargah to be developed with 15 crore in two years
Most designs finalised, and tenders will be invited in January; Chief Minister sanctions 5 crore for the purpose;and the rest will be arranged from other sources; Board also plans to establish an education centre in Nellore with CSR funds
Prakasam police recover 342 stolen mobile phones worth 50 lakh in three months
Since November 2021, the district police traced over 6,447 mobile phones worth approximately 9.50 crore and handed them over to their owners
Port workers body seeks redress of fishermen grievances in Andhra Pradesh
In a representation to Union Minister for Ports Santanu Thakur, the AIPTWF raises concern over marine pollution caused by discharge of industrial waste into the sea and hardships faced by workers employed in port yard areas
Employees of 104 MMU stage protest demanding pay hike in Ongole
Adani Foundation hands over sanitation vans to Muthukuru, Krishnapatnam gram panchayats
Ayurvedic doctors can now perform surgeries in A.P.
As per the orders issued by Health Minister Satya Kumar Yadav, Ayurvedic students can perform 39 general surgical procedures and 19 for diseases of eye, ear, nose, throat, head, and oro-dentistry; he directs officials to introduce relevant postgraduate courses and equipment immediately at the Vijayawada Ayurvedic college
Four arrested and 20 cars seized for cheating the owners
The case came to light following a complaint by Pulla Srinivasa Reddy of Vijayawada, who reported that his car was misused after being pledged, says Palnadu Superintendent of Police
APNGO Association Asserts Employees Welfare Non-Negotiable
Vijayawada, he underlined, has historically served as the nerve centre of employees movements, with the city unit playing a crucial role even in the undivided state.
Ayyanna Patrudu emphasises growing importance of cybersecurity in governance
Home Minister inaugurates renovated police training centre near Ongole
Avakai festival to celebrate Telugu cinema, culture in Vijayawada from January 8
MP Sivanath opens National Badminton Championships in Vijayawada
The championships, organised by the Andhra Pradesh State Badminton Association, will continue till December 28: Reports
Minister launches currentolla janabata programme in Tirupati
Objective of the programme is ensuring quick redressal of consumer grievances, says Gottipati Ravi Kumar, adding that under this initiative, the Electricity Department officials and staff will regularly visit villages within the DISCOM limits for inspections
Enhancing knowledge on pest resistance need of the hour in sericulture, says expert
Students urged to cultivate hardwork, commitment in learning Mathematics
Rayalaseema ideal hub for green energy: Minister
According to the prosecution, on February 7 this year, the victim and her husband went to Vijayawada to their son's house, and after one week, they returned to find her house was broken into and gold ornaments stolen.
Need for road-rail satellite station, says Vijayawada MP
Kesineni Sivanath, in a representation to Railway Minister Ashwini Vaishnaw, says such a facility will make transportation and logistics a lot more convenient
17-Year-Old Stabs Man to Death Over Alcohol Money in Vijayawada
Tataji died immediately from his injuries.
Air India Express cancels Vijayawada-Visakhapatnam flight due to technical issue
Air India Express on Friday cancelled its VijayawadaVisakhapatnam flight after a technical issue was detected before departure. Passengers were provided hotel accommodation and offered either a full refund or complimentary rescheduling, the airline said
MPs Want Gollapudi As Satellite To Decongest Vijayawada Railway Station
During the meeting, the MPs made key proposals to ease congestion, improve safety and support growth with an integrated road-rail transport plan for NTR district, owing to the continuously rising rail traffic density, particularly at the Vijayawada railway station.
Visakhapatnam-Bound Air India Flight Cancelled Due To Technical Snag
A Visakhapatnam-bound Air India flight was cancelled at the Gannavaram Airport near Vijayawada on Thursday due to a technical snag, an official said.
Vijayawada Municipal Corporation Mandates Daily Water Quality Tests
The commissioner also asked amenities secretaries to collect daily public feedback on water quality.
Vijayawada-Kacheguda Spl Train to Manage Rush
The train will halt at Guntur, Sattenapalli, Miryalaguda, Nalgonda and Charlapalli stations
Child Trafficking Busted in Vijayawada; 5 Kids Rescued, 10 Arrested
Police team rescued four children whose sale had been planned.
Andhra Pradesh Moves to Introduce Ultra-Luxury Cruise Boats to Boost Tourism
State Tourism Development Corporation clears private operators to run five premium boats in Vijayawada and Suryalanka backwaters; services likely by October 2026
CM Naidu to Attend Christmas High Tea on Dec. 22 in Vijayawada
The minister underlined that there should be no lapses in protocol, hospitality or logistics. All departments must coordinate to make the event a dignified and memorable occasion.
AP: Jagan demands CBI probe into demolition of houses in Vijayawada
Vijayawada: Former Chief Minister and YSRCP President Y. S. Jagan Mohan Reddy on Tuesday demanded a CBI inquiry into the demolition in the Joji Nagar areas in Vijayawada, stating that the houses were razed with heavy police presence despite the case being pending before the Supreme Court and residents having relief till December 31. He 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 .
Chennai-bound Vande Bharat Express chugs off from Narsapur
The train will halt at Bhimavaram Town, Gudivada, Vijayawada, Tenali, Ongole, Nellore and Renigunta before reaching MGR Chennai Central station
MSP has gone up under PM Modi, says Vijayawada MP, defends PPP model for medical colleges
Speaking in the Parliament, Kesineni Sivanath also stresses the need for taking up Vijayawada and Visakhapatnam Metro projects, pointing out that Andhra Pradesh is the only southern State without a metro rail system
Narasapuram Gets Vande Bharat Link to Chennai
With the extension, the train will now travel beyond Vijayawada, passing through Gudivada and Bhimavaram before reaching Narasapuram.
AP Cartoonists Association Formed in Vijayawada
Deputy Speaker of the Andhra Pradesh Legislative Assembly K. Raghurama Krishnam Raju unveiled the associations logo and assured government support
Deadline for completing new integrated terminal at Vijayawada airport pushed to March 31
Commissioning of the new terminal is likely to take two more months; currently, over 80% of the terminal has been completed, including glass work, interiors, flooring and baggage strip
Naidu, Pawan To Inaugurate 36th Vijayawada Book Festival
Vijayawada Book Festival Society (VBFS) president T. Manohar Naidu and secretary K. Lakshmaiah said the upcoming edition would be the largest so far, with around 300 to 350 book stallsover 30 per cent more than last year.
CM Naidu Clears Urban Mobility Projects for Vijayawada, Vizag
Both the urban local bodies are expected to issue Requests for Proposals (RFPs) for the construction of roads within the next two to three days.
A.P.s industrial policy is among the best in India, says Minister Kondapalli Srinivas
Kondapalli Srinivas launches products from Morris Garages (MG) and TATA Motors at the Business Expo 2025 in Vijayawada
Vijayawada book festival from January 2 to 12
479-crore project to develop priority road corridors' in Vizag and Vijayawada
A total of 110-km of roads will be developed under the first phase of the City Roads Improvement Program, says Municipal Administration and Urban Development Principal Secretary Suresh Kumar
Vijayawada Division observes Energy Conservation Week 2025
The week-long observance, organised from December 6 to 13, aimed to promote awareness on responsible energy use among railway personnel and students.
State aiding land scams and illegal leases, alleges CPI(M)
Nearly 248 acres of public land in Vijayawada, valued at over 5,825 crore, has been leased out or encroached upon with the support of the NDA leaders, the CPI(M) alleges
Indian Silk Gallery Expo opens in Vijayawada
Devotees throng Indrakeedari in Vijayawada as Bhavani Deeksha Viramana begins
Over 43,800 devotees visit the temple on the first day, while 5,618 devotees tonsure their heads; mobile app to share detailed information about the 9 km Giripradakshina route
More than 4 lakh students trained in self-defence in A.P., says DGP
Self-defence training has been imparted to students in 12,873 schools and 1,315 colleges in the State, says Harish Kumar Gupta VIJAYAWADA
APPFCL to Avail Rs 2,000-Cr Loan from SBI Backed by State Guarantee
The Andhra Pradesh Power Finance Corporation Ltd is availing the term loan from the State Bank of India's commercial branch in Vijayawada
Daggers drawn between NDA, YSRCP corporators during VMC council meet
Noisy protests and scuffle over privatisation of medical colleges and naming of a kalyana mandapam after a freedom fighter mar Vijayawada Municipal Corporation council meeting
All Set for Bhavani Deeksha Rituals in Vijayawada
City police commissioner S.V. Rajasekhar Babu said a large influx of Bhavani devotees is expected from across Andhra Pradesh and neighbouring states
Vijayawada airport weathered IndiGo crisis well, says Director
Jagan Meets Ailing YSRC Leader Jamalapurnamma In Vijayawada
YSRC president Y.S. Jagan Mohan Reddy visited Kedareswara Pet to see Jamalapurnamma
2 Drug Smugglers Get 10 years RI in Vijayawada
The DRI officers arrested two persons under the provisions of NDPS Act-1985. After the conclusion of the investigation, the officers of DRI filed a complaint against the accused before the Metropolitan Sessions Judge, Vijayawada
Seven held for smuggling ganja from Agency areas
Police seize 14 bikes and 5 kg of ganja from the accused after nabbing them at Auto Nagar in Vijayawada recently
A.P. Chambers to host business expo in Vijayawada from December 12
The three-day event will showcase business opportunities, emerging technologies, entrepreneurship, and cultural performances, apart from 160 stalls across sectors
AP Drugs Control Department To Have 27 New Offices
The department is constructing 27 new office buildings -- for joint directors, deputy directors, assistant directors, and drugs inspectors across districts, along with two regional drugs testing laboratories in Visakhapatnam and Kurnool, and a state lab-cum-headquarters in Vijayawada.
Roasted Cockroach Found in Chicken Noodles Served at Hotel on Beach Road
Vijayawada Food Safety joint controller N. Poornachandra Rao maintained, We have been inspecting hotels and restaurants in Vijayawada, Visakhapatnam, Tirupati and other places. We are booking cases for violation of norms.
IndiGo Cancels 9 Vizag and 1 Vijayawada Flights
To assist stranded travellers at Visakhapatnam Airport, the APSRTC deployed additional buses, two each to Vijayawada and Hyderabad from while the Railways announced special services to clear the rush
Police perform last rites of monkey in Vijayawada
Traffic police appreciate vehicle riders following safety norms in Vijayawada
Home guards help police maintain law and order, say Police Commissioner
63rd Home Guards Raising Day celebrations organised in Vijayawada and Eluru and
Hilife Jewels Exhibition Launched in Vijayawada
Actress Ashu Reddy launched the expo
Krishnaveni music festival kicks off in Vijayawada on December 6
Two-day Carnatic music extravaganza to feature 18 concerts, 98 artistes
YSRCP slams demolition of 42 houses in Joji Nagar in Vijayawada
Party leaders say the action defies Supreme Court orders and is carried out without notice, adding that they will pursue legal and political measures to support the displaced families
IndiGo To Fly Wide-Body Aircraft On VijayawadaHyderabad Route
IndiGos flight special director A.K. Singh held discussions with MPs Kesineni Sivanath and G.M. Harish in the presence of Ram Mohan Naidu.
44th Kanaka Durga Kalasha Jyoti Yatra Dazzles Vijayawada People
Devotees from various parts of the state carried the Kalasha Jyotis in the procession while chanting Jai Jai Durga in deep reverence.
IndiGo to introduce wide-body aircraft on Vijayawada-Hyderabad route: MP
The IndiGo official assures that direct services from Vijayawada to Varanasi, Ahmedabad, Pune, Kochi and Goa will be introduced after completing route mapping
Vijayawada hospital successfully performs awake bypass surgery
CPI(M) seeks probe into demolition of JJ Nagar houses in Vijayawada
It is unjustifiable and immoral to destroy houses built with loans, despite a Supreme Court stay order valid until December 31, says CPI(M) leader
Ranganadu to Be Held in Vizag on Dec. 26: Vangaveetis Daughter
She unveiled the poster for the event, organised by the Radha Ranga Royal Association, at a programme in Vijayawada on Wednesday.
AP BJP Demands Apology From Revanth Reddy
In a statement issued from the partys state office in Vijayawada, Madhav said Revanths repeated comments had deeply hurt the sentiments of Hindus and exposed the CMs anti-Hindu mind set
Vijayawada MP seeks Lokeshs support for MSME Hub in Jaggaiahpeta
Nearly 12 Lakh Tonne Paddy Procured in AP: Manohar
A dedicated control room has been set up at the Kanuru Civil Supplies Bhavan in Vijayawada to address issues reported by farmers during the ongoing paddy procurement process across the state: Minister
Nadendla Manohar stresses that the State governments foremost priority is to ensure that the public has access to quality agricultural products at fair and affordable prices; directs officials to monitor the quality of rice and other food grains sold in the market
Free Medical Camp Held for Home Guards in Vijayawada
The camp brought together leading doctors from various hospitals to provide free health check-ups and consultations to home guards and their families within the NTR commissionerate limits. Senior officials, including Admin DCPs K.G.V. Sarita and S.V.D. Prasad, AR, additional DCP K. Koteshwara Rao, and others, participated.
Vijayawada Division Sets Record with 10.70 km Sleeper Renewal
DRM Sonakiya personally inspected the sites, attended Track Relaying Train (TRT) traffic blocks, and motivated the field staff, significantly boosting morale and driving efficiency.
Baby feeding room inaugurated at Observation Home for Boys in Vijayawada
IIT Startup BotLab Dynamics makes Another Guinness World Record During Mysuru Dasara Drone Show
BotLab Dynamics , an IIT Delhi-incubated deep drone tech startup, successfully set its 6th Guinness World Record during the prestigious Mysuru Dasara 2025 celebrations. The achievement, certified on 28 September 2025, marks a defining moment for Indias rapidly evolving drone-tech landscape and positions the country among global leaders in large-scale drone show storytelling. Mysuru Dasara Drone Show | BotLab Drone Shows | Guinness World Record The record was awarded for the Largest aerial display of a mammal formed by multirotors/drones, achieved with an extraordinary Tiger formation created using a fleet of 3,000 indigenously developed drones. Out of these, 2,983 drones lit up the sky flawlessly, forming a breathtaking representation of the tiger, Indias national animal. The formation was witnessed by more than 35,000 spectators daily at the Bannimantap Parade Grounds, who erupted in applause as the massive, glowing tiger emerged in the night sky. The historic moment unfolded during BotLab Dynamics fourth consecutive year performing drone shows at the Mysuru Dasara festival, a relationship that continues to blend tradition with world-class technological innovation. BotLab Dynamics presented a series of four drone light shows at Mysuru Dasara on 28 & 29 September and 1 & 2 October, each featuring 12 intricately crafted formations. But it was the 28 September record attempt that made global headlines, cementing Indias name in the Guinness World Records once again. A New Benchmark for India in the Global Drone Show Industry Across the world, massive drone shows, often dominated by large Chinese companies, regularly trend online for their complex formations and scale. For years, international audiences believed that such advanced, high-volume aerial displays were out of reach for most other countries. Mysuru Dasara 2025 decisively changed that narrative. The Tiger Drone Formation not only matched global standards but exceeded expectations in both scale and artistic delivery. In the days following the show, national and international media outlets praised the precision of the display, with videos of the tiger formation circulating widely on social platforms. Viewers across the world expressed admiration and surprise - that such a flawless mega-show had been developed, manufactured, and executed entirely in India. www.youtube.com/watch?v=9IxF_97qi0Y As an Indian startup founded by IIT Delhi engineers, BotLab Dynamics has invested years in building indigenous hardware, software ecosystems, and drone show protocols. The record-setting performance at Mysuru underscores technological mastery and Indias rising stature in the global creative-tech and entertainment industries. Five Guinness World Records in 2024: A Foundation for Greatness This new world record builds on the companys extraordinary performance in 2024, when BotLab Drone Shows secured five Guinness World Records in a single show at the Amaravati Drone Summit in Vijayawada, Andhra Pradesh, on 22 October 2024 - a show powered by an impressive 5,500 drones. The five titles included: Largest Aerial Display of a Vehicle Largest Aerial Landmark Display Largest Aerial Display of a Planet Largest Aerial Logo Display Largest Aerial Image of a Flag BotLab Dynamics: An Indian Success Story BotLab Dynamics has emerged as one of Indias most influential and is amongst the top 5 drone show companies in the world, shaping how events, festivals, and governments engage audiences at scale. The company designs and manufactures all its drone show systems in India, a differentiator that has placed it at the forefront of the nations Aatmanirbhar Bharat (self-reliance) movement. By achieving yet another Guinness World Record, they have strengthened its position as a global competitor in an industry traditionally led by a handful of international players. Reflecting on the achievement, Dr. Sarita Ahlawat, Co-founder & MD of BotLab Dynamics , said, This milestone is a proud moment for our team and for Indias drone-tech ecosystem. The Tiger formation reflects the strength and creativity our country is capable of. Since the record, weve seen a surge in interest from major corporate and government bodies in attempting more Guinness World Records; its created a ripple effect, and we have some exciting projects ahead, so stay tuned . www.botlabdynamics.com
Ongole GRP Cracks Rs.48.5 Lakh Train Theft Case
Acting under the supervision of DIG Railways Satya Yesubabu and SP Railways Rahul Dev Singh, three special teamsOngole IRP, Nellore IRP and the Vijayawada RPF Crime Branchcoordinated the investigation.
Vijayawada Police Bust Interstate Gang Targeting Bus-Stand Passengers
The first case was reported on November 24, when a passenger from the Krishna Lanka area realised that Rs.44,000 had been stolen from him while boarding a bus to Guntur on November 23.
Andhra govt, Rapido launch driver-cum-guide services to promote tourism
Amaravati: The Andhra Pradesh government on Thursday introduced a driver-cum-guide service in collaboration with bike taxi aggregator Rapido to enhance tourist experience and convenience. Tourism Minister K Durgesh said drivers with good Rapido ratings will undergo special training in December covering state history, culture, hospitality and safety before services are launched in Vijayawada, Tirupati, and 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 .
Man arrested for stealing valuables worth 48.50 lakh from train
Railway police officials nab the accused at a jewellery shop in Vijayawada while he was trying to sell the stolen gold ornaments
CREDAI Invites CM Naidu to January 2026 Property Show
CREDAI Vijayawada chairman C. Satish Babu, president GSR Mohan Rao and secretary K. Raghuram, along with MP Kesineni Sivanath (Chinni), met the CM on Wednesday and formally invited him to the CREDAI Property Show scheduled for January 2026.
CBI Arrests 2 ESIC Officials in Bribery Case in Vijayawada
On 20 November, both accused allegedly visited the complainants residence and served a notice for attachment of his house.
Andhra Pradesh BJP chief accuses Congress and Nehru family of undermining Constitution
At a Constitution Day event in Vijayawada, Madhav alleges that Congress humiliated Ambedkar and weakened his ideals, contrasting this with the Modi governments efforts to uphold constitutional values
VMC to Shift Residents From Hazardous Areas in Vijayawada City
VMC commissioner H.M. Dhyanachandra instructed officials to identify all such high-risk pockets across the city and work in coordination with the Revenue Department to enumerate affected households and arrange safe housing for the
Farmer, worker unions stage protest in Vijayawada against Labour Codes
CBI Arrests 2 Officials of ESIC in Bribe Case in Vijayawada
The CBI laid a trap and caught the accused Social Security Officer red-handed while demanding and accepting a bribe of Rs.50,000 from the complainant
Several trains to run on diverted routes due to maintenance works
The trains will run in a diverted route via VizianagaramRayagadaTitlagarh Raipur instead of VisakhapatnamVijayawada Ballarsha, says official
