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Andhra Pradesh plans cash reward for having more children, says CM Chandrababu Naidu

Andhra Pradesh is set to introduce financial incentives for larger families. Chief Minister N Chandrababu Naidu aims to address declining fertility rates. The state is shifting from its two-child policy. The government will provide increased financial support to bigger families. This initiative is part of a broader human capital investment plan. Previous restrictions on maternity leave have been removed.

9 Jun 2025 4:03 pm
Centre open to considering Andhra Pradesh for Tejas expansion plans

Andhra Pradesh Chief Minister N. Chandrababu Naidu met Union Defence Minister Rajnath Singh on Friday to propose new defence-related investments in the state. The pitch, part of Naidus broader industrial growth agenda, included a request to expand HALs Tejas aircraft manufacturing capacity to Andhra, currently limited to Bengaluru and Nashik

24 May 2025 11:00 pm
Andhra CM proposes 3 sub-groups of states to fast-track Viksit Bharat vision by 2047

Andhra Pradesh Chief Minister N Chandrababu Naidu proposed sub-groups of state governments to accelerate India's Viksit Bharat vision by 2047, emphasizing Andhra Pradesh's commitment to this national goal. Naidu highlighted the state's Swarna Andhra @2047 vision, integrating technology, welfare, and grassroots empowerment. Prime Minister Modi lauded Andhra Pradesh's growth blueprint, suggesting other states study its reforms.

24 May 2025 2:33 pm
Five killed, eight injured in series of freak accidents in Andhra

A series of road accidents occurred on National Highway 16 near Ongole. Five people died, and eight others were seriously injured. The accidents involved multiple vehicles, including trucks, a poultry vehicle, a harvester, and a car. The first accident happened early Sunday morning. Police suspect negligent driving and poor road conditions contributed to the crashes.

4 May 2025 2:59 pm
Andhra Pradesh: Dy CM Pawan Kalyan orders probe into JEE exam disruption due to his convoy

Andhra Pradesh Deputy Chief Minister Pawan Kalyan has initiated an inquiry following reports that some students missed their JEE exam in Pendurthi due to delays caused by his convoy. He has directed Visakhapatnam police to investigate the traffic situation during the convoy's movement and ensure minimal disruption to the public.

8 Apr 2025 8:17 am