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Srinivas Elected To The Board Of Advertising Agencies Association Of India AAAI

Commenting on his re-election, Srinivas said, It is a tremendous honour to be re-elected to the AAAI Board and to have the opportunity to serve alongside some of the experienced leaders in our industry.

2 Oct 2026 3:02 am
HC Verdict Clears Way For Urs At Nalgonda Shrine

The board said the court, after examining the facts and submissions, passed judgments in its favour, clearing the way for the Urs.

2 Oct 2026 2:57 am
Hoteliers Plan Hike In Food Prices After Minor Increase In Commercial LPG Prices

AP Star Hotels Association president RV Swamy said, The price of commercial LPG had been hiked in May and June. Why again now? After giving us some relief, the cost has been revised upwards during the festive season in September and October.

2 Oct 2026 2:52 am
Kadiyam Srihari Furious Over Officials Laxity

Srihari said agriculture officials should have clear estimates of the daily vegetable requirement in the Hanamkonda, Warangal and Kazipet tri-city and the quantity supplied by local farmers.

2 Oct 2026 2:48 am
Mentally Ill Man Attacks PHC Staff, Steals Stethoscope

The employees of the PHC, who went to the police station to complain about the matter, were surprised after seeing the person there.

2 Oct 2026 2:43 am
Police Arrest Youth For Nursing Students Murder

Presenting the arrested youth at a media conference in Julurupad police station, Kothagudem DSP L. Adinarayana informed that the police were primarily filed a case under Section 194 (suspicious death) of the BNSS and converted into a murder case under Section 103(1) of the BNS after receiving the post-mortem report.

2 Oct 2026 2:25 am
CM To Launch Rs 1 Lakh Crore Horticulture Hub In Rayalaseema Today

The project is aimed at giving the region a stronger horticulture base and developing it into a major fruit producing and export region, with infrastructure planned massively -- from irrigation and cultivation to processing and logistics.

2 Oct 2026 2:17 am
4 Unauthorised Clinics Identified In Kamareddy

The TGMC said criminal cases and legal action were being initiated against those involved under TMPR Act and National Medical Commission Act.

2 Oct 2026 2:13 am
UNs journey: From Purpose To Pageantry

The colonial empires were cracking, newly independent African and Asian states were entering the Assembly, and Washington and Moscow were competing for influence. Nikita Khrushchev put colonial independence squarely before the General Assembly

2 Oct 2026 1:47 am
5 Regional MSME Meets From Oct. 7

Conferences to connect local entrepreneurs with industries, PSUs and buyers ahead of 31st CII Partnership Summit-2026.

2 Oct 2026 1:46 am
DC Edit | SCs Balanced Stance On Crackers

The present approach prescribing what kind of crackers may be used and restricting their use to specified hours therefore offers a more workable path. The governments proposal to permit joint firecrackers containing lower amounts of barium allows regulation to evolve with scientific evidence rather than treating every firecracker alike

2 Oct 2026 1:36 am
Amrabad Reopens For Wildlife Tourism

The tiger reserve was closed for tourists and visitors for three months during the monsoon season.

2 Oct 2026 1:33 am
Vitamin D Deficiency Linked To Cellular Stress In Heart: ICMR-NIN Study

The study found that inadequate vitamin D levels disrupted the antioxidant defence system in the heart, increased oxidative stress and activated cellular pathways associated with cardiac cell injury and death.

2 Oct 2026 1:23 am
EC Dysfunctional Or Fit For A Fractured Polity?

To whom is the ECI accountable? It is accountable to the government which appointed them and to Parliament whose approval is needed to impeach and remove any of the three commissioners as prescribed for Supreme Court judges because commissioners enjoy similar privileges. Impeachment by Parliament needs a simple majority in the Lok Sabha and the Rajya Sabha and two-thirds of the MPs present and voting in both Houses

2 Oct 2026 1:19 am
India Keeps Close Watch On Hero Pilots Recovery

He was speaking openly, smiling and laughing, which was a great relief for us and, above all, for his family: Reports

2 Oct 2026 1:13 am
Womens Vetri Payaam Starts On Oct. 2

Meaning victorious journey, Vettri Payanam, the new scheme is a symbol of social justice as it expands the scope of the existing free travel facility by allowing women to undertake journeys in all buses, unlike the earlier scheme in which it was restricted to ordinary city buses.

2 Oct 2026 1:13 am
HC Quashes 34% BC Quota, Orders Polls In Six Weeks

The court noted that the terms of gram panchayat, municipality and municipal corporation councils in the State had ended in March-April : Reports

2 Oct 2026 1:07 am
Minister Durgesh Announces 780 New Pensions For Nidadavolu Town

Durgesh made the announcement after visiting some homes in Nidadavolu personally and distributing pensions: Reports

2 Oct 2026 1:03 am
Man Gets 10-Year Jail Term For Raping Woman On Promise Of Marriage

Finding the accused guilty, judge Pandiri Lalitha awarded the 10-year jail term and 50,000 fine: Reports

2 Oct 2026 12:59 am
Astroguide for Friday, October 2, 2026

Tithi: Bhadrapada Bahula Shashti till 10.15 am

2 Oct 2026 12:54 am
Vijaya Reddys election plea likely to help Congress

Congress may win Khairatabad without poll

2 Oct 2026 12:52 am
Weather Forecast and Prayer Timings for Friday, October 2, 2026

Partly cloudy sky. Maximum and Minimum Temperatures are likely to be around 34C and 24C respectively. Surface winds are likely to be Northeasterlies with wind speeds around 04-08 kmph

2 Oct 2026 12:51 am
Aqua Units Warned Against Pollution Norm Violations

Reviewing environmental compliance with the AP branch of the Seafood Exporters Association of India (SEAI), he noted that nobody had the right to pollute natural water resources. Industries must prevent pollution at source and ensure their effluents do not contaminate rivers, canals, ponds, estuaries and groundwater

2 Oct 2026 12:45 am
Modified Silencers Crushed Under Road Roller

Traffic police destroy 350 silencers seized from vehicles: Reports

2 Oct 2026 12:44 am
AI, Robotics To Transform Space Exploration, Says Former ISRO Chief

The former ISRO chief called upon students to build a strong foundation in basic subjects and pursue research and innovation: Reports

2 Oct 2026 12:34 am
Vijayawada: Diet Charges Hiked for BC Hostel Students

Revised rates from October 1; new menu includes eggs six days and chicken thrice a week.

2 Oct 2026 12:32 am
Israel Vows To Get to Root of Flydubai Attack, No Motive yet Determined

Israel says co-pilot likely acted alone as probe continues into cockpit attack

2 Oct 2026 12:32 am
INS Trishul Joins Varuna Drills In France

The visit of INS Trishul to Toulon in France reaffirms the strong and enduring maritime partnership between India and France and the commitment of both navies to strengthening maritime engagement, interoperability and professional exchanges, the defence ministry said

2 Oct 2026 12:30 am
SIs Mother-in-Law Murdered, Gold Looted In Kavali

The deceased was identified as Ponguluri Vijayalakshmi, alias Veeramm, 68, mother-in-law of an SI working at Kavali. She was living alone at Bairagula Veedhi in Tufan Nagar.

2 Oct 2026 12:25 am
AP Extends Liquor Shop Application Deadline To Oct. 6

Andhra Pradesh extended the deadline for applications for 807 liquor retail shops under the 2026-27 excise policy to October 6.

2 Oct 2026 12:23 am
Court Rejects Anantha Babus Bail Plea

He said the examination of key witnesses had already been completed and the remaining witnesses were only experts and investigating officers, leaving no possibility of the accused intimidating them. He assured the court that Anantha Babu would not enter Kakinada city until the trial concluded and would remain in Rajamahendravaram

2 Oct 2026 12:23 am
Jagan Questions Naidu Over 34% BC Quota

He questioned whether Naidu had discussed the issue with the Centre and urged him to use his influence as an NDA ally to persuade the Union government to bring the necessary legal amendments to facilitate 34% reservation for BCs.

2 Oct 2026 12:23 am
Six Colleges, Four Hostels Take Part In Week-Long Bhagat Singh Jayanti Events In Vizag

The celebrations concluded with a prize distribution ceremony at AVN College on Thursday.

2 Oct 2026 12:20 am
Indiramma House Costs Soar As Sand, Brick Prices Rise

A shortage of sand bricks in Nalgonda has pushed prices up 50%, increasing construction costs for beneficiaries of Indiramma housing.

2 Oct 2026 12:19 am
Inter First-Year Students To Face 20% Internal Assessment

The CVR will apply from the 202627 academic year, and colleges have been directed to follow them while implementing the revised assessment pattern.

2 Oct 2026 12:17 am
Araku Coffee Earns Global Recognition, Says GCC Chief

GCC chairman Kidari Shravan Kumar said Araku coffee, cultivated by tribal farmers in the Agency region, has gained national and international recognition.

2 Oct 2026 12:15 am
Handloom Bazaar Showcases Andhras Craft Heritage: NTR District Collector

NTR district collector G. Lakshmisha inaugurated a Handloom Bazaar in Vijayawada showcasing traditional weaves and handicrafts from across Andhra Pradesh.

2 Oct 2026 12:15 am
Flying Was Not Smits First Choice

Give personal life equal importance it will help you fly longer, he advised aspiring pilots.

2 Oct 2026 12:14 am
Modi, Global Leaders Hail Pilot

Injured pilot Smit Machchhar praised for helping avert a mid-air catastrophe

2 Oct 2026 12:12 am
SCR Chief Leads Cleanliness Drive At Vizag Station

He inspected drinking water booths, waiting halls, catering stalls, foot overbridges and track beds.

2 Oct 2026 12:11 am
Bhogapuram Airport Alerts Job Seekers About Fake Recruitment Rackets

The cautionary follows reports of fake entities offering jobs with the new airport.

2 Oct 2026 12:09 am
PM Modi Releases Book On Landmark UPSC Judgments In New Delhi

PM Modi released a book by UPSC and NALSAR featuring 100 landmark judgments shaping public employment and public service commissions in India.

2 Oct 2026 12:08 am
12 AP Government Hospitals in AP Get State-Level Swachh Awards

As many as 12 government hospitals and health centres in Andhra Pradesh have received Swachh Andhra State-Level Awards 2026 as part of the Swarna Andhra Swachh Andhra initiative.

2 Oct 2026 12:07 am
No Licence Renewal, RC, PUC If Traffic Fines Due: SC

The court observed that merely issuing large numbers of e-challans served little purpose unless authorities ensured recovery of the fines.

2 Oct 2026 12:06 am
Techie Held For ECIL Crash, 7 Injured

The impact left several workers injured. Ajay, Bipin and Rajesh suffered serious injuries and were admitted to hospital, while the others sustained bleeding injuries.

2 Oct 2026 12:04 am
3-Crore Property Destroyed In Cloth Store Fire In Alur

A major fire at a cloth store in Alur, Kurnool district, destroyed garments and property worth an estimated 3 crore.

2 Oct 2026 12:03 am
ISTRAC To Establish Advanced Radar Research Facility

A space exhibition showcasing major achievements of Indias space programme will be housed at IARRF.

2 Oct 2026 12:03 am
Amit Shah To Visit Karimnagar On Oct 4

Union home minister Amit Shah will attend Prathima Institute of Medical Sciences silver jubilee celebrations and lay the foundation for its deemed university building.

2 Oct 2026 12:02 am
AP Tax Collections Hit Record Rs 30,436 Crore In First Half

This September recorded the highest-ever monthly collection of Rs 4,986.18 crore.

2 Oct 2026 12:00 am
Naidu Urges DWCRA Women To Turn Small Ventures Into Thriving Enterprises

He stressed on self-employment as a means to achieve financial independence.

1 Oct 2026 11:57 pm