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Seed-Ball Drive Covers 20,929 Hectares in AP

The initiative was launched on World Environment Day at Mulpadu Eco Park, where Pawan Kalyan prepared the first seed ball.

23 Aug 2026 12:09 am
Kota Gullu: A Forgotten Kakatiya Masterpiece Waiting To Be Rediscovered

Just 9 km from the UNESCO-listed Ramappa Temple, the 22-shrine complex at Ganapuram in Jayashankar Bhupalpally district remains an extraordinary, yet lesser-known testimony of Kakatiya art and architecture.

23 Aug 2026 12:06 am
TGSPDCL unveils Power Exhibition2026 at Peoples Plaza

The exhibition will be on till August 24, running from 11 am to 9 pm.

23 Aug 2026 12:05 am
Kakinada Government Hospital to Get Modern Cancer Treatment Facility

With the intervention of the Deputy Chief Minister, ONGC agreed to provide the dual-energy LINAC machine at a cost of `36.6 crore from its CSR funds, Mr Srinivas said.

23 Aug 2026 12:03 am
Ketan Garg Assumes Additional Charge as VMRDA Chief

Garg formally assumed charge at the VMRDA office in Visakhapatnam on Saturday.

23 Aug 2026 12:00 am
Speaker Falls at Actor Yash's University Event in Hyderabad; Police Say No Stampede

The incident occurred when the actor Yash was speaking

22 Aug 2026 11:56 pm
Sajjanar Pays Homage to Raja Bahadur Venkatram Reddy

Sajjanar added that the Police Academy was named the Raja Bahadur Venkatram Reddy Police Academy in honour and remembrance of his services.

22 Aug 2026 11:56 pm
Andhra Pradesh Neta's Natter

The rash and negligent driving of Sanjush, the MP's son, claimed life of an employee in a private mall on August 16 and the sequence of events clearly establish that attempts were made at some level to wriggle him out.

22 Aug 2026 11:53 pm
Telangana Neta's Natter

At a recent event where Chief Minister A. Revanth Reddy was the chief guest, Danam began his speech saying our beloved Chief Minister, Shri Kalvakuntla... before catching himself.

22 Aug 2026 11:48 pm
Residents Shaken as Building Collapses in Whitefields

Residents urged authorities to conduct a comprehensive inspection of multistoreyed structures built on small plots and take preventive action wherever violations or risks are found.

22 Aug 2026 11:35 pm
97 Ex-Servicemen Provisionally Selected For Jobs Through Placement Drive

The recruitment exercise was conducted for both technical and non-technical categories and was aimed at helping former service personnel find employment opportunities after completing their military service, officials said.

22 Aug 2026 11:26 pm
Yennam Launches Edu Volunteer Initiative

Srinivas Reddy said teachers already had several responsibilities, including completing the curriculum, preparing lesson plans, conducting examinations and submitting government reports. V

22 Aug 2026 11:24 pm
Ex-CM Harekrushna Mahatab-Founded Chinta O Chetanas 49th Annual Festival From Aug. 25

Announcing the programme at a press conference on Saturday, the organisations general secretary Surendra Das said the three-day festival would combine cultural celebrations with initiatives aimed at extending support to people affected by the recent floods and natural disasters in Odisha.

22 Aug 2026 11:04 pm
MP: Newborn Dies, 2 Others Suffer Burn Injuries As Warmer In NICU In Govt Hospital Catches Fire, Probe Ordered

The mishap occurred around 1.30 am when a spark in the filament of a warmers heating unit caused fire while three infants were inside the facility: Reports

22 Aug 2026 10:59 pm
TG SAFE in Action, Suspends licences of Four Dark Stores Over Food Safety Violations

The raids were supervised by assistant director M. Aravind Kumar. Samples were lifted for analysis: Reports

22 Aug 2026 10:44 pm
Godavari Water to Reach Anakapalli in September First Week, Says CM

He underlined that establishment of one data centre would expand to five centres and create employment for lakhs of AI professionals

22 Aug 2026 10:43 pm
Lokesh Announces Recruitment of Another 3,000 Teachers Through DSC This Year

Lokesh assured teachers that their feedback on reforms through the Leap app would be considered

22 Aug 2026 10:37 pm
Tamil Nadu: CM Vows To Protect Cultural Identities Of Madras

Rajmohan underlined the power of photography to chronicle history and evoke deep human emotions: Reports

22 Aug 2026 10:36 pm
CM Says Water to Be Released From Veligonda Projects First Phase on Aug. 31

The CM pointed out that he has proposed Krishna-Godavari-Cauvery river-linking at the Southern Zonal Council meeting

22 Aug 2026 10:29 pm
Art Is Very Fluid: Inside Annapurna Madipadigas New EkChitra Art Gallery

With a new 7,000 sq ft space, young artists, a permanent printmaking studio and projects such as Keerthanam and Baoli Art Sangam, Annapurna Madipadiga is looking at art as something that belongs as much in conversations and heritage spaces as it does inside a gallery.

22 Aug 2026 10:27 pm
Lokesh Promises She Play Policy For Women Students

The minister inspected the upgraded classrooms, sports facilities and other infrastructure, and interacted with the students as well

22 Aug 2026 10:24 pm
Pakistan Terror Shifts Base From PoK To Punjab, Terror Camps Coming Up Near Gujarat

Both JeM and LeT are making several masjids for radicalisation in these areas: Reports

22 Aug 2026 10:15 pm
AP Rolls Out 10,060-Post Job Calendar For 2026

The calendar also provides for recruitment in the police, fire, prisons, forest, animal husbandry and other departments

22 Aug 2026 10:14 pm
Flood Inflow Continues into Srisailam Reservoir

48,444 cusecs released downstream; power generation halted at right powerhouse

22 Aug 2026 10:09 pm
Indian Men's Hockey Team Lose 1-3 to Netherlands to Crash out WC Semifinal Race

India will now plays an inconsequential final second-round match against Argentina on Monday

22 Aug 2026 10:08 pm
Nidamarru Students Get a Taste of Space Science

The activity helped them understand pressure, propulsion, force and motion through practical learning

22 Aug 2026 10:05 pm
Coordinated Arrangements Planned for Kanipakam Brahmotsavams

Protocol arrangements would be coordinated by the Chittoor RDO.

22 Aug 2026 9:56 pm
Telangana: Communal Sheeter Booked For Rally, Hate Speech

AR constable D. Satish recorded the rally and public meeting on his mobile phone as evidence: Reports

22 Aug 2026 9:56 pm
Jagans Lies, APPSC Scams Exposed: Parthasarathy

He also alleged that the YSRC had sold posts to its loyalists under the guise of welfare

22 Aug 2026 9:55 pm
Sustainable Marine Resource Use Vital for Future Growth

He called for coordinated efforts by governments, industry and educational institutions and highlighted the Deep Ocean Mission

22 Aug 2026 9:49 pm
Telangana: TRSMA Seeks Law To Protect Teachers, Schools

A serious sense of insecurity: TRSMA president Sadula Madhusudan

22 Aug 2026 9:49 pm
Cleanliness Symbol of Self-Respect, Says Prakasam Collector

The district administration was also working in the same spirit, he added.

22 Aug 2026 9:38 pm
Rahul Gandhi Says Women Belong to Themselves, Rejects Manusmritis View

India's biggest strength is the 70 crore unique journeys, unique imagination, unique dreams of its women, the Leader of Opposition in the Lok Sabha said, speaking at his party's youth outreach programme 'Chhatron Ki Goonj' here.

22 Aug 2026 8:56 pm
Cgarh: College Professor Among 6 Held For B.Sc. (Ag) Question Paper Leak, Endoscopic Camera Used To Capture Questions

The paper leak case was cracked within 36 hours with the arrest of six accused: Deputy Commissioner of Police (DCP) (Crime and Cyber) Smruthik Rajanala

22 Aug 2026 8:56 pm
Kishan Reddy Alleges Irregularities Under Bhoo Bharati, PMGKAY Schemes; Demands Judicial Probe

He also asked where the Congress manifesto promises of 5 lakh Vidya Bharosa Cards and scooters for girl students had gone

22 Aug 2026 8:52 pm
A Culinary Trip Across India Lands at Kangan

From Champaran mutton and Kashmiri gucchi pulao to Dal Pakwan and Goan-inspired Bhetki (fish), the Comorin popup at Kangan in The Westin Hyderabad Mindspace brings together flavours from across India for a two-night culinary experience.

22 Aug 2026 8:48 pm
From Bamboo Stick To World Cup: How Sunelita Toppo Chased Her Hockey Dream

Once a midfielder, Sunelita was gradually moved forward as coaches recognised her explosive pace, quick reactions and ability to exploit gaps.

22 Aug 2026 8:44 pm
AP Tourism Pavilion Opened At FHRAI Convention In Varanasi

The interactions at the AP Tourism Pavilion highlighted opportunities to promote the states tourism offerings: Reports

22 Aug 2026 8:42 pm
Agriculture Minister Warns Fertiliser Dealers

He directed officials to take stringent action against dealers found selling urea and DAP at inflated prices

22 Aug 2026 8:39 pm
A Taste of Kyoto Behind the Bar at KOKO, Courtesy Bee's Knees

Kyotos Bees Knees brings its cocktails, Japanese techniques and easy-going hospitality to KOKO in Hyderabad and Mumbai, with hojicha, spice and plenty of personality behind the bar.

22 Aug 2026 8:33 pm
Stalin Admits Failure, Goes for Party Revamp

No party could grow in a district with only the district secretary and no election could be won with just an efficient MLA in the constituency, he said.

22 Aug 2026 8:23 pm
Mazzo Onam Sadhya Brings Authentic Kerala Flavours to Hyderabad

Onam doesn't have religion, is the central idea the chef wants to convey. For him, the Sadhya represents togetherness and the idea that everyone can sit down and share the same meal.

22 Aug 2026 8:23 pm
Telangana HC Chief Justice Stresses Need for Timely, Expert Dispute Resolution in Tech & Telecom Sectors

He also explained the mechanism for cyber disputes under the Information Technology Act

22 Aug 2026 8:21 pm
Rs 16 Cr Road Works To Get Tenders Soon: MLA Prashanthi Reddy

She also announced that gym equipment would be provided for local Muslim women following their request.

22 Aug 2026 8:08 pm
Andhra Pradesh: Sri City Hosts Devotional Music Programme

The artists were felicitated after the performances. Theertham and annaprasadam were distributed to devotees: Reports

22 Aug 2026 8:08 pm
Axis Energy Secures Allocation for Underground Coal Gasification Projects in Odisha

This development holds national significance, with the potential to unlock UCG as a transformative pathway for energy security, resource utilization and long-term resilience, reinforcing Axis Energys commitment to innovative solutions for Indias energy future.

22 Aug 2026 8:07 pm
State Undertakes 4,200 Cr UGD Works, 10,200 Cr Pipeline Projects

Narayana said orders had been issued to complete infrastructure works within a year, with priority to roads, canals, street lights, drinking water & drainage systems in 123 municipalities

22 Aug 2026 8:06 pm
Action Against Police Officials Over Ganja, Liquor Case

Ganja was allegedly found in the car after the accident, leading to allegations against the police officials.

22 Aug 2026 8:03 pm
Andhra Pradesh: Pavithrotsavams Begin At Talpagiri Ranganatha Swamy Temple

The celebrations commenced on August 22 with special rituals and will continue with daily worship and homams: Reports

22 Aug 2026 8:02 pm
Odisha: State Will Suffer Rs 1 Lakh Crore Loss, Claims Odisha Congress

The ruling BJP, however, has rejected the Congress's claims, terming them misleading: Reports

22 Aug 2026 7:46 pm