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Lightning Strikes Claim 4 Lives in Prakasam District

According to officials, multiple tragic incidents were reported across the district.

7 Apr 2026 12:29 am
Fishermen Protest Coastal Intrusions, Seek Probe into Missing Boats

These intrusions, they said, caused severe damage to their livelihoods over the past decade.

7 Apr 2026 12:28 am
Ganapathi Is Likely to Be in Nepal, Say Officials

The chances of tracing Ganapathi have become brighter after his son Srinivasa Rao, nine days ago, released an emotional audio asking for him to surrender.

7 Apr 2026 12:24 am
AIIMS Bibinagar Temporarily Shifts OPDs Due to Renovation Works

To ease movement, the hospital has arranged electrical buggies and ambulances between blocks

7 Apr 2026 12:20 am
Lightning Kills Four as Thunderstorms Lash North Andhra, Rayalaseema

In the coastal Andhra Pradesh (CAP) region, Jangamaheswarapuram in Palnadu district was the hottest at 38.5C, followed by Nandigama at 38.1C.

7 Apr 2026 12:19 am
Two Forest Guards Killed As Goods Vehicle Hits Bike In Vijayanagara

The deceased have been identified as Krishna (26), a resident of Kamalapura, and Hanumanthappa (50) of Venkatapura: Reports

7 Apr 2026 12:18 am
Congress Can Consider Baramati Withdrawal After FIR In Ajit Pawar Crash

The by poll was necessitated by the death of sitting NCP MLA and then Deputy Chief Minister Ajit Pawar in a plane crash in the constituency on January 28: Reports

7 Apr 2026 12:14 am
Students Raise Concerns Over Poor Quality Midday Meals in Kadapa

The MLA was also shocked to see children sitting on the ground while attending classes, highlighting broader issues with the schools infrastructure.

7 Apr 2026 12:10 am
West Asia Conflict Likely To Affect Current Fiscal: FinMin

Ahead of the meeting of the monetary policy committee (MPC) on April 8, Sitharaman also indicated to offer some cushion to the war-hit sectors in country, saying that the Reserve Bank of India (RBI) has room to lower interest rates and extend targeted support to sectors facing stress, even as it navigates a challenging global environment

7 Apr 2026 12:10 am
Coordination Committee Under Chief Secretary Formed to Monitor Tourism Projects

Discussions also focused on improving tourism infrastructure, promoting heritage and cultural assets, and enhancing visitor experience.

7 Apr 2026 12:10 am
District Authorities Launch Heatwave Action Plan To Protect Public

District collector P. Rajababu on Monday directed officials to take proactive measures to mitigate the impact of the heatwave and raise awareness among the public: Reports

7 Apr 2026 12:10 am
Juventus Beat Genoa To Close in on Serie A Top Four

Taking advantage of fourth-placed Como's goalless daw at Udinese earlier in the day, Juve notched the three points in Turin thanks to Gleison Bremer's fourth-minute header and a 17th-minute strike from the ever-reliable Weston McKennie

7 Apr 2026 12:09 am
SUV Breaches Delhi Assembly, Hits Speakers Car

Masked driver breaks in, flees after intrusion; police launch probe

7 Apr 2026 12:09 am
Governor Launches De-Addiction Centre At Cherlapalli Jail

The Governor stated that during his tenure as jails minister, he undertook several initiatives to improve prison conditions and staff welfare.

7 Apr 2026 12:05 am
2nd Instalment of Rythu Bharosa by April 15

Each farmer, irrespective of the size of their land received up to 6,000 per acre as part of the initial disbursement.

7 Apr 2026 12:05 am
Maharashtra To Push Rural Tourism With New Festivals

To boost water tourism in Satara, Mr. Desai said three major boating spots along riverbanks have been identified, with tenders to be floated shortly: Reports

7 Apr 2026 12:04 am
CM Revanth to Campaign in Keralam Today

Polling for the Kerala Assembly elections is scheduled to be held on April 9 in a single phase across all 140 constituencies, with campaigning set to conclude on April 7.

7 Apr 2026 12:02 am
Education Should Shape Individuals to Live Harmoniously: Governor

He stressed that education should shape individuals to live harmoniously in society, invoking the words of Rabindranath Tagore.

7 Apr 2026 12:00 am
BJP Leaders Clash With Police in Nalgonda

Police said the incident occurred when BJP workers staged a dharna and attempted to burn an effigy of roads and buildings minister Komatireddy Venkat Reddy

6 Apr 2026 11:59 pm
Minister Takes Exception To Auto LPG Dispensing Stations Charging Higher Fares In Karnataka

A large number of LPG auto drivers are traditionally dependent on private Auto LPG Dispensing Stations for their fuel requirements: Minister of Food and Civil Supplies K.H. Muniyappa

6 Apr 2026 11:58 pm
AP Receives Additional 1.90 L HPV Vaccine Doses: Minister

He added that so far, 1,14,512 girls (33.19%) have been administered the HPV vaccine in the state, and that 3.45 lakh girls who have completed 14 years but not yet 15 years have been identified for vaccination.

6 Apr 2026 11:56 pm
Vizag To Host Inaugural Andhra Open Golf Tournament

PGTI event with Rs 1 crore purse to feature top Indian and foreign players

6 Apr 2026 11:55 pm
Jala Bhadrata Action Plan Implemented at JNTU-GV Campus

Inspired by the successful model implemented in Annamayya district, a team from JNTU-GV studied local conservation methods before launching similar initiatives on their campus

6 Apr 2026 11:55 pm
ASI Takes Up Restoration of Gudimallam Temple in Tirupati

According to epigraphical records, the temple was built during the Chola period, while the earliest inscription dates back to the reign of Nandivarman II (8th century CE).

6 Apr 2026 11:54 pm
Hare Krishna to Hold Cultural Camp for Children

Organiser Vaikuntheswara Dasa said the Cultural Camp-2026 is not merely a collection of activities, but a strong foundation for a childs future and a happy life.

6 Apr 2026 11:52 pm
Parvathipuram Officials Respond To Ashram School Petition

The petition, submitted at the behest of CPIM district committee member Kollu Sambamurthy, cited the lack of a compound wall, inadequate dormitory facilities, and the absence of an auxiliary nurse midwife (ANM) at Beerupadu

6 Apr 2026 11:50 pm
TirupatiVizag Cycle Rally Launched Under Drug-Free AP Mission

Addressing the gathering, the collector said narcotic substances have a serious impact on society and warned that several countries had suffered due to widespread drug abuse: Reports

6 Apr 2026 11:50 pm
TGRERA Orders Refund, Declares Builder Defaulter

The complainant had purchased a 1,700 sq. ft. three-bedroom flat in the pre-launch phase of the Aura Velima Phase-I project in Sangareddy district

6 Apr 2026 11:47 pm
Telangana CS Promises Crackdown on Illegal Cow Slaughter

The leaders voiced concern over rising incidents of illegal cow transport, slaughter and meat trade, urging immediate government action

6 Apr 2026 11:45 pm
HDPT Appoints District Coordinator for Nellore

In an official communication dated April 6, 2026, HDPT chairman Dr Dasari Srinivasulu (Retd. IAS) announced the appointment of P.T. Jagannadhas as the Nellore district coordinator.

6 Apr 2026 11:45 pm
Simple Tests Show How To Spot Food Adulteration

FSSAI-backed event highlights risks, promotes easy checks for everyday foods

6 Apr 2026 11:43 pm
Bandi Sanjay Courts Bengali Support in Hyderabad

Sanjay accused West Bengal Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee of undermining law and order and national security by allegedly facilitating the entry of illegal infiltrators from Bangladesh

6 Apr 2026 11:42 pm
ASHA Welcomes APs Move to Permit Microbreweries in Star Hotels

A delegation from ASHA, led by president R.V. Swamy, met excise principal secretary Mukesh Kumar Memena here on Monday to thank the government for implementing key industry reforms and taking progressive decisions.

6 Apr 2026 11:39 pm
Per Capita Income: Rayalaseema Districts Lag Behind, Visakhapatnam Records Highest Earnings

Chittoor district has shown some improvement, registering a growth of 15.86 per cent and moving closer to the higher income group districts.

6 Apr 2026 11:37 pm
Osmania University Invites Applications for Summer Internship on 3D Printing

The internship is open to BE, BTech, ME and MTech students from Mechanical, CSE, ECE, AI and ML, Civil, Electrical, Biomedical and related engineering streams.

6 Apr 2026 11:37 pm
Bhatti: Pipri Meeting Conceptualised by CM

Expressing gratitude to Revanth Reddy, Bhatti noted that the Chief Minister had laid foundation stones for development works worth 1,238 crore and played a key role in the success of the meeting.

6 Apr 2026 11:36 pm
Astroguide for Tuesday, April 7, 2026

Varjyam: 9.13 am to 11.01 am

6 Apr 2026 11:35 pm
Cybercrime, drugs major challenges for police: DGP

Shivadhar Reddy also directed officers not to compromise on maintaining law and order under any circumstances: Reports

6 Apr 2026 11:34 pm
Small Screen Actress Subashini Dies By Suicide, Investigation Underway

Reports said Subashini may have been in distress prior to this incident due to alleged differences with her husband

6 Apr 2026 11:33 pm
Hyderabad Police Create Green Corridor for Swift Transport of Donor Lungs to KIMS

The lungs had been harvested at Bengaluru and brought to the city for a life-saving transplant procedure.

6 Apr 2026 11:31 pm
Couple Killed In Car-Truck Crash In Khammam

The family was travelling to Hyderabad when the accident occurred on the Wyra-Khammam highway: Reports

6 Apr 2026 11:26 pm
62 Booked for Cell Phone Driving

The apprehended violators were counselled by DCP Avinash Kumar, Additional DCP Ramulu, ACP Khairatabad, and other officials.

6 Apr 2026 11:26 pm
Sajjanar Warns Parents on Digital Risks

He cautioned that children face dangers from strangers on social media and that addictions such as endless reels and sleeping pills are harming health and prospects.

6 Apr 2026 11:26 pm
Shah Talks Development at Pondy Rally

On employment, Shah claimed that the unemployment rate in the Union Territory had drastically reduced under the NDA government, alleging that the previous Congress regime, led by V. Narayanasamy, had left the region economically weakened.

6 Apr 2026 11:26 pm
DC Edit | LPG Strain Needs Structural Fix

Managing LPG supplies is critical as nearly 98 per cent of Indian households use LPG for cooking. Any shortage would throw life out of gear for over 140 crore people in the country

6 Apr 2026 11:20 pm
IPL 2026: Rain Forces Abandonment of KKR's Match Against PBKS

With the match eventually abandoned, KKR secured their first point after back-to-back losses

6 Apr 2026 11:20 pm
Commissioner Honours Youth Who Rescued Child

Feroz then alerted the victims father using the phone number found on her school ID card: Reports

6 Apr 2026 11:19 pm
Commissioners Review Floodwater Channel Plans

hey reviewed measures to channel floodwater from Borabanda Basti and NRR Puram into Sunnam Cheruvu through proper inlet connections.

6 Apr 2026 11:14 pm
Cgarh: Undercurrent Against TMC In WB Polls, Sai Claims

West Bengal is going to Assembly polls in two phases on April 23 and April 29: Reports

6 Apr 2026 11:13 pm
Odisha Clamps Down On Ageing Commercial Vehicles From Other States

The directive was finalised at a meeting of the State Transport Authority (STA) and rolled out under the supervision of Transport Minister Bibhuti Bhushan Jena.

6 Apr 2026 11:09 pm