YSRCP president and former Andhra Pradesh Chief Minister Y.S. Jagan Mohan Reddy has alleged a major irregularity in the appointment of 372 teachers under the sports quota.
Telugu driver dies in Saudi Arabia after month-long battle
Riyadh: A man from Andhra Pradesh recently died in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia, after battling for his life for nearly a month following a cardiac emergency. B Lakshminarayana, a native of Ramapuram in Annamayya district, had travelled to Saudi Arabia around six months ago to work as a driver. He suffered severe chest pain on July 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 .
Naidu Seeks Closer Ties Among South States At Zonal Meet
Speaking at the Southern Zonal Council meeting chaired by Union Home Minister Amit Shah in Mahabalipuram, Naidu highlighted the development of Andhra Pradesh and other southern states.
Amit Shah meets Vijay, Shivakumar, Chandrababu Naidu at Southern Zonal Council meet in Tamil Nadu
Union Home Minister Amit Shah on Thursday brought several key southern leaders together at the 31st meeting of the Southern Zonal Council in Tamil Nadu, with Chief Minister C Joseph Vijay, Karnataka Deputy Chief Minister DK Shivakumar and Andhra Pradesh Chief Minister N Chandrababu Naidu among those attending. The meeting was held at the Taj [] The post Amit Shah meets Vijay, Shivakumar, Chandrababu Naidu at Southern Zonal Council meet in Tamil Nadu appeared first on Pragativadi I Latest Odisha News in English I Breaking News .
DK Shivakumar Tells Vijay Mekedatu Will Help Tamil Nadu, Puducherry
River water sharing issues between Karnataka and Tamil Nadu, Telangana and Andhra Pradesh, and Tamil Nadu and Keralam are among the most pressing issues the leaders have to address between themselves
Ambani's Rs 2.7 lakh cr underground bet can save India from shocks
Reliance Industries has proposed a Rs 2.73 lakh crore, 30-year investment to develop an underground coal gasification complex in Andhra Pradesh. The project could convert deep coal into syngas for hydrogen, methanol, ammonia and synthetic natural gas, helping India reduce dependence on imported LNG and chemical feedstocks. However, commercial viability, geological risks and UCG technology at scale remain major challenges.
Andhra Pradesh Lift Horror: 50-Year-Old Woman Dies After Elevator Allegedly Moves With Doors Open
A 50-year-old woman died in a tragic lift accident at Surya Towers in Ongole, Andhra Pradesh. The elevator allegedly moved downward while its doors were still open, trapping the woman and leaving her critically injured. Identified as Vanitha, she was reportedly in the lift with her daughter and grandson, who managed to get out before the lift moved. Vanitha later succumbed to her injuries while undergoing treatment.
Telangana Ticket Hike: Exhibitor Warns Single Screens Could Take a Hit?
He points out that more than 80% of theatres in Andhra Pradesh are air-conditioned, making the ticket hike more practical there.
G.O. issued on 33.33% quota for Backward Classes in ULB elections in Andhra Pradesh
Elections to be conducted for 100 out of 123 ULBs in the State; G.O. also highlights the 16th Finance Commissions Operational Guidelines, under which a duly constituted ULB is essential for accessing Finance Commission grants
Chief Minister N. Chandrababu Naidus call for early elections has highlighted the financial urgency; the State is seeking 2,300 crore in rural grants and 1,562 crore in urban grants, with the government maintaining that elected local bodies are essential to access the funds.
AP Proposes Annual Stipend Hike of 3pc for Junior Doctors
The Andhra Pradesh government has proposed to hike the stipend for junior doctors on a yearly basis, and an annual hike of 3 per cent from next year.
Amit Shah to chair 31st Southern Zonal Council meeting in Tamil Nadu today
The Southern Zonal Council comprises the states of Andhra Pradesh, Karnataka, Keralam, Tamil Nadu and Telangana, and the Union Territories of Puducherry, Andaman and Nicobar Islands and Lakshadweep
Reliance Industries rises on buzz of Rs 2.73 lakh crore coal gasification project
Reliance Industries added 0.45% to Rs 1313.35 after media reports said that the company has proposed to invest about Rs 2.73 lakh crore to develop an integrated underground coal gasification complex in Andhra Pradesh's Eluru district.
Hyderabad Traffic Police book 1005 for blocking free left
Hyderabad: Hyderabad traffic police booked 1,005 motorists for blocking free lefts in the city in a special drive conducted from August 12 to 18. Apart from this, 334 cases involved driving by minors. The special drives are part of continued efforts to improve traffic discipline and road safety in the city. In a statement, the 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 .
Naidu to Raise Pending Bifurcation Issues at Southern Zonal Council Meet
Naidu would raise issues concerning Andhra Pradesh, including implementation of the AP Reorganisation Act, unresolved bifurcation matters, inter-state issues and major infrastructure projects
Y.S. Jagan Urges YSRCP Workers to Prepare for Local Body Elections
Amaravati, August 20: Y.S. Jagan Mohan Reddy, the president of the YSR Congress Party and former Chief Minister, has called on party workers to gear up for the upcoming local body elections in Andhra Pradesh. He emphasized that the party should work with the goal of achieving a significant victory, as the coalition government has ... Read more Y.S. Jagan Urges YSRCP Workers to Prepare for Local Body Elections
YSRCP MLC Ramesh Yadav demands discussion on Andhra Pradesh Mega DSC corruption allegations
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Patients Bear Brunt Of AP Junior Doctors Strike As Talks Remain Stalled
Patients across Andhra Pradesh are facing long waits and disrupted services as junior doctors continue their strike and boycott emergency duties, with talks yet to resume.
Greater Logistics Efficiency: PM Modi On New Railway, Highway Projects
PM Modi said a major boost has been given to railway infrastructure and connectivity across Andhra Pradesh, Odisha, Tamil Nadu and West Bengal.
Bengaluru: Water row turns fatal, lorry cleaner kills colleague
Bengaluru: A minor dispute over drinking water turned fatal at Bengalurus RMC Yard after a lorry cleaner allegedly stabbed his colleague to death following an argument. The deceased, Barkath, who hailed from Andhra Pradesh, was working as a lorry cleaner. The accused, Seenappa from Madhugiri, was also employed as a lorry cleaner. The incident reportedly 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 .
Andhra Pradesh: Ongole Set To Emerge As Wellness Destination
55-acre project by a private group to combine hospitality, Ayurveda, education and nature-based living: Reports
Andhra Pradesh: TD Politburo Member Varla Ramaiah Takes Oath As MLC
Council Chairman Koyye Moshen Raju administered the oath to Ramaiah during the Council Session: Reports
Farmers body tells Andhra Pradesh govt. to clear the air on Cocoa City project, pricing formula
Andhra Pradesh Cocoa Farmers Association demands immediate implementation of pricing formula for cocoa beans announced by Agriculture Minister
Andhra Pradesh govt. and striking doctors refuse to budge on stipend issue
While the government cites financial constraints for not being able to effect a biannual hike of 15%, the striking doctors argue that they received it during the pandemic, and are now insisting on 30% rise
Bengaluru: Lorry cleaner stabbed to death over drinking water dispute
The deceased has been identified as Barkat, a native of Andhra Pradesh.
Andhra Pradesh Assembly passes organ donation Bill; Rs 1 lakh aid proposed for donor families
Andhra Pradesh passed the Human Organ Transplantation Amendment Bill-2026, proposing stricter penalties for illegal organ trade. The bill expands the definition of close relatives eligible for organ donation. Financial assistance for brain-dead organ donor families will increase significantly. Special personnel will coordinate organ donation processes in recognized hospitals. The government aims to boost organ transplants and awareness programs statewide.
Andhra Pradesh Assembly Passes Speed of Doing Business Bill
Amaravati, August 19: The Andhra Pradesh Assembly approved the Andhra Pradesh Omnibus (Speed of Doing Business) Bill-2026 on Wednesday. This legislation aims to simplify regulations, streamline approval processes, and create an investment-friendly industrial environment in the state. On the third day of the monsoon session, Law and Minority Welfare Minister NMD Farooq presented the bill ... Read more Andhra Pradesh Assembly Passes Speed of Doing Business Bill
The State Act needed amendment as certain changes were made to the Central legislation to adapt to evolving medical needs and ethical challenges
The State Act needed amendment as certain changes were made to the Central legislation to adapt to evolving medical needs and ethical challenges
Centre clears 9,450 crore for 410-km rail projects across four states
Four multitracking projects across West Bengal, Odisha, Andhra Pradesh and Tamil Nadu will add nearly 410 km to the railway network and ease congestion
Andhra Pradesh Assembly passes Bill to restore direct election of Mayors, Chairpersons of ULBs
Mayors and Chairpersons will now be directly elected by the people of the Urban Local Bodies for a five-year term
Police arrest man for multiple thefts, recover valuables worth 1.36 crore
According to the police, the accused has been identified as a native of Bengaluru North in Karnataka, but presently resides at Chandrayangutta in Hyderabad of Telangana; cases have been registered against the accused in both Karnataka and Telangana, apart from various locations in Andhra Pradesh
Cabinet approves railway multitracking projects in four States at 9,450 crore
Expected to be completed by 2030-31, the projects are spread across eight districts in West Bengal, Odisha, Tamil Nadu and Andhra Pradesh and will increase track capacity by about 410 km
YSR Congress Accuses Andhra Government of Oppressing Opposition Following Arrest of Former MP
Amaravati, August 19: A leader from the YSR Congress Party (YSRCP) has accused the ruling coalition led by the Telugu Desam Party (TDP) in Andhra Pradesh of suppressing the opposition. This allegation arose after the police arrested former MP Margani Bharat during a party event in Rajahmundry on Wednesday. The arrest has heightened tensions in ... Read more YSR Congress Accuses Andhra Government of Oppressing Opposition Following Arrest of Former MP
Cabinet Approves Four Multitracking Projects Worth Rs 9,450 Cr Across Eight Districts
They also include the laying of the third and fourth lines between Gummidipundi in Andhra Pradesh and Gudur in Tamil Nadu, covering 90 km, and between Cuttack and Paradeep (Badabandha) in Odisha, covering 72 km
Railway projects worth 9,450 crore approved across West Bengal, Odisha, Tamil Nadu, Andhra Pradesh
The projects are expected to ease congestion, improve passenger and freight connectivity, and expand rail capacity across key eastern and southern corridors.
How to reach Bhogapuram airport for under 400: APSRTCs Aero Express routes, timings and fares
Twenty buses run on two routes from Old Gajuwaka between 4.30 a.m. and 10.30 p.m. at half-hour intervals; the corporation says the journey takes about two hours, and asks passengers to leave an hour before they would at the old airport
Cabinet approves 4 multitracking projects across West Bengal, Odisha, Tamil Nadu and Andhra Pradesh
The Cabinet Committee on Economic Affairs on Wednesday approved four Railway Ministry projects costing about Rs 9,450 crore. The projects encompass a cumulative length of 410 km across Odisha, West Bengal, Andhra Pradesh and Tamil Nadu. The Cabinet, chaired by Prime Minister Narendra Modi, also approved upgradation of the Muzaffarpur-Sitamarhi-Sonbarsa section of NH-22 in Bihar to four-lane standard, at an estimated cost of Rs 3,590.73 crore.It holds significant strategic and economic relevance because it integrates with Bihar's expanding National Highway network.
Hyderabad man loses Rs 1 cr to cyber fraud, recovers in 10 days
Hyderabad: A Hyderabad-based saree businessman who lost Rs 1 crore through a boss impersonation scam recovered the full amount in 10 days with prompt intervention from the police. According to Cyberabad Cybercrime Police, the accountant of a saree retail outlet received a financial request through a forged WhatsApp profile on August 4, which he believed 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 .
Why big Tollywood names are giving up voting rights in Hyderabad
Hyderabad: Many Tollywood celebrities and other prominent personalities residing in Hyderabad have reportedly chosen to retain their voting rights in their native places in neighbouring Andhra Pradesh instead of continuing as voters in the city. The development has come to light during the ongoing Special Intensive Revision (SIR) of electoral rolls in Telangana. According to 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 .
Former Rajya Sabha MP Vijayasai Reddy announces new political party in Andhra Pradesh
The former YSRCP national general secretary, who resigned from the Rajya Sabha in January 2025 saying he would not join any party, said he would announce the roadmap in Vijayawada this month
Andhra Pradesh Government Addresses Concerns Over Visakhapatnam Data Center Water Usage
Mumbai, August 19: The Andhra Pradesh government has responded to concerns regarding the establishment of a data center in Visakhapatnam. Minister Nara Lokesh addressed these issues in the assembly on Wednesday, stating that misinformation about water and environmental impacts is being spread. In response to a question from Janasena MLA Lokam Naga Madhavi, Lokesh noted ... Read more Andhra Pradesh Government Addresses Concerns Over Visakhapatnam Data Center Water Usage
Misinformation being spread over Vizag data centres' water needs: Minister
Andhra Pradesh IT Minister Nara Lokesh on Wednesday defended the state government's decision to establish data centres in Visakhapatnam, and said deliberate misinformation was being spread over their environmental and water requirements. Addressing the Assembly, the IT Minister said Google's decision to invest in Visakhapatnam had triggered wider interest from other IT companies in the city. Deliberate misinformation was being spread over their (data centres) environmental and water requirements, said Lokesh, replying to a question. Lokesh said data centres are critical to the AI-driven digital economy and India's data sovereignty, particularly amid emerging geo-political challenges. He explained that once the proposed data-centre ecosystem reaches the targeted 6.5 GW capacity, it is estimated to require around 3 TMC (thousand million cubic ft) of water annually based on current technology. However, he stressed that newer cooling technologies are expected to reduce water consump
Andhra Pradesh Junior doctors stage beach protest, seek govt response on demands
Visakhapatnam (Andhra Pradesh) [India], August 19 (ANI): Medical students and junior doctors staged a beach rally in Visakhapatnam on Wednesday as part of their ongoing protest, alleging that the Andhra Pradesh government has failed to respond to their demands. The protest comes on the 10th day of their strike and the third day of suspension of emergency services across government medical colleges in the state. Speaking about the protest, second-year anaesthesia PG student at Andhra Medical College, Aakash Divakaran, said the rally was organised to convey their concerns to the government and seek a response. Today, we conducted a beach
Odisha: Former Maoist Leader Azad Walks Free After 15 Years in Custody
Azad, who surrendered before the Srikakulam police in Andhra Pradesh on May 29, 2011, was subsequently arrested by the Odisha Police
E. coli in Nampally water, 3 Hyderabad railway stations flagged
Hyderabad: The citys three major railway stations have failed a national audit of passenger amenities, with a water sample from Nampally testing positive for E. coli and inspectors flagging shortages of drinking water, toilets and signage across Nampally, Secunderabad and Kacheguda. The findings are part of a Comptroller and Auditor General (CAG) audit of passenger 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 .
Onam festive rush triggers surge in flower prices in Keralam
Merchants say that acute water scarcity and adverse weather in key cultivation hubs across Tamil Nadu, Karnataka, and Andhra Pradesh have severely pinched supply lines, pushing retail rates past last years figures
BJP national president Nitin Nabin urges coalition focus in Andhra Pradesh ahead of local polls
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Citing El Nino, AP Seeks More Water From Krishna
Andhra Pradesh has sought permission to use 47 tmc ft of Krishna water from Srisailam and Nagarjunasagar, citing drinking-water needs and poor monsoon inflows.
APDC Join Hands With SRM University-AP To Boost Drone Technology
APDC and SRM University-AP have signed an MoU to strengthen drone technology through skill development, research, innovation and field applications across Andhra Pradesh.
Hyd's Active.in Plans South India expansion with 15 New Franchises
The expansion will cover Andhra Pradesh, Telangana, Karnataka, Tamil Nadu, Kerala, Goa and Bhubaneswar, strengthening its presence across residential, commercial and infrastructure markets
Annual Amaravati Championship in Tirupati From August 24
Sports Authority of Andhra Pradesh chairman A. Ravi Naidu said the championship is being conducted to mark the birth anniversary of Major Dhyan Chand
With no word from govt. on talks, junior doctors continue strike in Andhra Pradesh
Emergency and non-emergency services continue to be affected in government teaching hospitals across the State
Lotus should bloom in Andhra Pradesh local body elections, Nitin Nabin tells BJP cadre
Strengthen the party right from the village level and engage with people constantly, and strive to achieve Viksit Bharat by 2047, says the BJP national president
Four port projects in Andhra Pradesh to reduce logistics costs by up to 50%, says Minister
Environmental and CRZ clearances have been obtained for Ramayapatnam Port in Prakasam district, Machilipatnam Port in Krishna, Kakinada Gateway Port and Mulapeta Port in Srikakulam district, says Janardhana Reddy
Cabinet clears quota for BCs in local bodies, direct election of Mayors in Andhra Pradesh
It approves 34% reservation in rural bodies and 33% in urban bodies; Chief Minister Chandrababu Naidu asks officials to complete the process of conducting the local body elections before October to avoid losing Central funds
The seminar is part of a Statewide initiative being conducted across 15 colleges in Andhra Pradesh, focusing on career opportunities inManagement, Sciences and Technologyfor engineering and degree students
A.P. govt. fixes 30,000 honorarium per month for writer Gurajadas family
Andhra Pradesh State Creativity and Cultural Commission will sanction the amount to Gurajadas great-grandson for lifetime, says Chief Secretary
AP Govt To Fill 6,534 Academic Instructor Posts Without Written Exam
The Andhra Pradesh School Education Department has announced a major recruitment drive to address teacher shortages in government schools to fill 6,534 Academic Instructor posts.
Coast Guard steps up search for eight fishermen missing off Konaseema, Andhra Pradesh
The mechanised boat left Odalarevu on August 3 for tuna and last made contact on August 7 while heading for the Odisha coast; a missing case has been filed at Allavaram and Coast Guard ships in the Bay have the boats details
Hyderabad: 22 kg ganja seized from Quthbullapur, two held
Hyderabad: A man and a woman were arrested by Jeedimetla Police on Monday, August 17, near Krishna Kunja Garden in Quthbullapur, and around 22 kg of ganja was seized from their possession. The arrested persons were identified as Suresh Laxman Pawar, 41 and Surekha Ankush Rayndre, 39, both residents of Sonal Nagar near Jalna Railway 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 .
Search Intensifies for Eight Missing Fishermen in the Bay of Bengal
Amaravati, August 18: Eight fishermen from the B.R. Ambedkar Konaseema district of Andhra Pradesh have gone missing while fishing in the Bay of Bengal. Officials reported the incident on Tuesday. The fishermen, hailing from the villages of Odalarevu, Dummalapeta, and Vasalatippa in the Allavaram mandal, set out to sea around 10 AM on August 3. ... Read more Search Intensifies for Eight Missing Fishermen in the Bay of Bengal
Eight Andhra fishermen missing in Bay of Bengal
Eight Andhra fishermen missing in Bay of Bengal Amaravati: Eight fishermen from Andhra Pradeshs B. R. Ambedkar Konaseema district went missing at sea, officials said on Tuesday. The fishermen, who had set out on a boat in the Bay of Bengal for fishing on August 3, were scheduled to return on August 12. The families [] The post Eight Andhra fishermen missing in Bay of Bengal appeared first on Mangalorean.com .
CM Naidu Directs Officials To Step Up Search For Missing Fishermen
Andhra Pradesh Chief Minister N Chandrababu Naidu on Tuesday directed officials to step up search operations to trace eight fishermen who have been missing since August 3.
Andhra Pradesh High Court has dissolved a marriage solemnised in 1972 between a couple who have lived separately since 1978, waiving the mandatory six-month cooling off period under the Hindu Marriage Act. The court observed that Hindu marriage has shifted from being an indissoluble sacrament to a contractual agreement, and that the waiting period cannot be used to prolong the agony of a marriage that has irretrievably broken down.
400 Goa Liquor Bottles Seized From Lorry Near Tadipatri Railway Station
The lorry has two registration number plates, one identified as a Karnataka number and the other as Andhra Pradesh number.
NMDC Hyderabad Marathon set for August 29-30, over 30K expected
Hyderabad: The 15th edition of the NMDC Hyderabad Marathon, powered by IDFC FIRST Bank, will be held on August 29 and 30, with organisers expecting around 30,000 participants across its various categories. Organised by the Hyderabad Runners Society, the event follows a Tale of Two Cities route connecting the old city with Cyberabads tech corridor. 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 .
BJP chief Nitin Nabin to engage with youth, party workers in Andhra Pradesh
On Tuesday morning, the BJP National President is scheduled to offer prayers and seek 'darshan' at the Sri Varaha Lakshmi Narasimha Swamy Temple in Simhachalam, where he will invoke blessings for peace, progress and prosperity
Lokesh Delighted as 29 AP Teachers Begin Learning Journey in Finland
Nara Lokesh expressed hope that the teachers would take these learnings back to their classrooms and develop approaches suited to Andhra Pradesh and mentor other teachers across the state.
GMR Airports arm begins commercial operations at Bhogapuram's new international airport
GMR Airports announced that its subsidary, GMR Visakhapatnam International Airport (GVIAL) has commenced commercial operations at Alluri Sitarama Raju International Airport in Bhogapuram, Andhra Pradesh, from 17 August 2026.
Eight fishermen missing after leaving Odalarevu, Andhra Pradesh
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BJP president Nitin Nabin visits Andhra Pradesh to chair party meeting
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Andhra Pradesh CM Defends Teacher Recruitment Process Amidst Political Allegations
Amaravati, August 18: Andhra Pradesh Chief Minister N. Chandrababu Naidu clarified on Monday that there were no violations in the recruitment process for teachers under the Mega DSC initiative. He stated that all information related to the recruitment process was transparently made available online. While addressing the assembly regarding the Mega DSC recruitments, he accused ... Read more Andhra Pradesh CM Defends Teacher Recruitment Process Amidst Political Allegations
YSRCP Accused of Hindering Teacher Recruitment Process, Claims Nara Lokesh
Amaravati, August 18: Andhra Pradeshs Education Minister Nara Lokesh has dismissed allegations of irregularities in the mega DSC (District Selection Committee) teacher recruitment process. In the assembly, he accused leaders of the YSR Congress Party of deliberately attempting to obstruct the recruitment process by resorting to legal challenges. In his statement on Monday, Lokesh revealed ... Read more YSRCP Accused of Hindering Teacher Recruitment Process, Claims Nara Lokesh
Junior Doctors Intensify Strike, Boycott Emergency Services
Junior doctors across Andhra Pradesh intensified their strike by boycotting emergency services, disrupting OP, IP and surgical care at major government hospitals.
El Nino causing rainfall deficit in Andhra: CM N Chandrababu Naidu
The severe El Nino phenomenon has triggered a notable shortfall in rainfall across Andhra Pradesh, raising concerns. Chief Minister Naidu has staunchly defended the transparency of the Mega DSC-2025 teacher recruitment process. With reservoir water levels plummeting, the agricultural sector and drinking water supply face serious threats. To address potential future El Nino occurrences, the government has devised a three-year contingency plan.
AP: Construction Workers Get Fresh Assurance
Andhra Pradesh Labour Minister Vasamsetti Subhash said the coalition government had revived welfare schemes and registration for construction workers.
Andhra Pradesh: RINL Launches Vigilance Campaign
The CMD of RINL M.N.V.S. Prabhakar, unveiling the campaign poster, emphasised that the objective of the initiative was to promote Probity for Prosperity of RINL: Reports
Naga Babu Appointed as Chairman of AP Green Executive Committee
Amaravati, August 17: Naga Babu, the brother of Andhra Pradeshs Deputy Chief Minister Pawan Kalyan, has been appointed as the Chairman of the Andhra Pradesh Green Executive Committee. Naga Babu, also known as Nagendra Rao Konidela, is a member of the State Legislative Council and one of the key leaders of the Jana Sena party, ... Read more Naga Babu Appointed as Chairman of AP Green Executive Committee
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On April 7, 2015, 20 woodcutters from Tamil Nadu were brutally gunned down by a team of personnel from the Andhra Pradesh Police and Forest Departments in the Seshachalam forest area at the foot of the Tirumala Hills
Junior doctors across Andhra Pradesh intensify strike to demand hike in stipend
Amaravati Demanding a hike in stipend, junior doctors across Andhra Pradesh on Monday began a total boycott of emergency services, The post Junior doctors across Andhra Pradesh intensify strike to demand hike in stipend appeared first on Bilkul Online .
Andhra Pradesh Assembly LIVE: 141 cases in 148 days to stall Mega DSC, alleges Lokesh
The session is expected to run for four days, to Thursday; Amaravati works, Polavaram, rainfall deficit and farmers' issues are expected to be addressed
Nagababu Gets Cabinet Rank as AP GREEN Chairperson
The main aim of AP-GREEN is to increase forest & tree cover to 50% by 2047 in Andhra Pradesh.
Why are junior doctors in Andhra Pradesh protesting? | Explained
A dispute over a stipend revision due since January 2026 has escalated into a phased, statewide strike by nearly 9,000 junior doctors, with government medical colleges across Andhra Pradesh withdrawing emergency services from August 17
APCRDA Recruitment 2026 - Apply Online for Deputy Director, Assistant Director Posts
Andhra Pradesh Capital Region Development Authority (APCRDA) has released the Recruitment 2026 notification for Deputy Director and Assistant Director posts. A total of 3 vacancies have been announced under this recruitment drive. The online application process will be conducted up to 27-08-2026. Interested candidates can apply online through the official website.
Andhra Pradesh EAMCET 2026 Final Phase Counselling Open: Check Eligibility And Web Options
AP EAMCET 2026 final phase counselling begins today. Candidates can register, complete document verification and enter web options within deadlines.
Hyderabad prepares for Milad-un-Nabi with citywide programmes
Hyderabad: Hyderabad is witnessing preparations for Milad-un-Nabi, the birthday of Prophet Muhammad, with religious events and community welfare activities planned at several locations. A blood donation drive was conducted in Vijayanagar Colony on Sunday, August 16. More such welfare initiatives are scheduled in the coming days, including a programme at Asafia Library in Afzalgunj. Mosques 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 .
Congress MLA suggests merging Molakalmuru with Andhra Pradesh or Challakere for development
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Formal child adoption remains low in J&K; CARA records 42 cases in 2025-26
Jammu and Kashmir recorded 42 children adopted through the Central Adoption Resource Authority (CARA) during 2025-26, a figure substantially lower than adoption numbers reported by several major States, according to data presented by the Union Ministry of Women and Child Development in the Rajya Sabha. The State/UT-wise data, furnished in response to a parliamentary question answered on August 12, shows that Maharashtra recorded the highest number of CARA-facilitated adoptions during the financial year, with 792 cases. Gujarat followed with 547, while Tamil Nadu recorded 501 adoptions. Karnataka accounted for 377 cases, followed by Odisha with 308 and Telangana with 307. Jammu and Kashmirs 42 adoptions were also lower than the figures reported by several northern and neighbouring States. Rajasthan recorded 172 adoptions, while Punjab reported 49, only seven more than J&K. Uttar Pradesh registered 231 cases, Haryana 68, Uttarakhand 30, Himachal Pradesh 14 and Delhi 109. Among other States, Assam recorded 186 adoptions, Kerala 170, Andhra Pradesh 140, Bihar 125 and Chhattisgarh 114. West Bengal reported 237 cases, Madhya Pradesh 221 and Jharkhand 60. The data also showed considerable variation among the northeastern States. Meghalaya and Nagaland reported 13 adoptions each, Mizoram 78, Tripura seven, Arunachal Pradesh five and Manipur four. Sikkim recorded 28 cases. Smaller Union Territories and States also reported relatively modest numbers. Goa recorded 25 adoptions, Chandigarh 18, Puducherry 15 and Andaman and Nicobar Islands 11. Dadra and Nagar Haveli and Daman and Diu reported five cases. No adoption through CARA was recorded in Ladakh or Lakshadweep during 2025-26. Across the 36 States and Union Territories listed in the annexure, the reported number of CARA-facilitated adoptions stood at 5,022 during the financial year. J&Ks 42 cases therefore accounted for less than one per cent of the reported national total. The Ministry, however, has clarified that adoption figures should be viewed in the context of the availability of children who have been declared legally free for adoption. The waiting period for prospective adoptive parents depends not only on the number of applicants but also on the availability of legally free children and the age group preferred by prospective parents. The government is seeking to strengthen the adoption infrastructure through Mission Vatsalya. States and UTs have been advised to establish at least one Specialised Adoption Agency (SAA) in every district under the Juvenile Justice (Care and Protection of Children) Act, 2015 and the Adoption Regulations, 2022. As of July 29, 2026, 795 SAAs had been approved across the country under Mission Vatsalya. These agencies support the formal adoption process and provide residential care to adoptable children below six years of age. The adoption system has also been substantially digitised. All SAAs are required to operate through the integrated CARINGS-Mission Vatsalya platform, which facilitates digital processing of cases from referral and matching to documentation. The system also allows authorities to monitor compliance through real-time dashboards at the Central and State levels. The Ministry said District Magistrates have been empowered to issue adoption orders under the Juvenile Justice Act and Adoption Regulations. Prescribed timelines have been laid down for different stakeholders, while CARA undertakes regular monitoring and follow-up with States and UT administrations to reduce delays. The Centre is also using Mission Vatsalya for awareness campaigns promoting legal adoption and foster care. Nationwide and local outreach programmes, workshops, seminars and orientation sessions are being conducted, while CARA uses print, electronic and social media platforms to spread information on legal adoption procedures.
