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Rs. 3,000 Crore Road Repair Drive to Make AP Pothole-Free
Under Mission Pothole-Free Andhra Pradesh, road works covering 20,060 km were taken up during 202425 at a cost of Rs.861 crore, with works currently in progress.
Quantum Courses to Boost Youths Skills: CM Naidu
Naidu said Andhra Pradesh was being fashioned as a knowledge hub and students must be groomed to seize the opportunities that would emerge from this transformation.
To Spur Pursuit Of Quantum Science Nobel, Chandrababu Naidu's Rs 100-Crore Reward
Marking a major step in the state's plan to become a global technology hub, Andhra Pradesh Chief Minister Chandrababu Naidu on Tuesday launched the world's largest quantum skilling programme.
Naidu Unveils South India Rocketry Challenge 2026 Poster
The state government would organise the prestigious rocketry competition under the aegis of the Science City of Andhra Pradesh in Amaravati : Chief Minister N. Chandrababu Naidu
Andhra Pradesh targets pothole-free roads by January-end: Minister
3,000 crore sanctioned for repair and development of over 10,000 km of roads; two-wheelers, autos and tractors to be exempt from proposed tolls, he says
Unified Family Survey launched to update household records in Andhra Pradesh
Door-to-door exercise seeks to ensure no eligible family is left out of welfare schemes, enhance service delivery, and streamline certificate issuance through updated digital data
All new APSRTC electric buses, including Palle Velugu, to be air-conditioned, says Naidu
Chief Minister directs purchase of 1,450 electric buses next year, fast-tracks charging stations in Godavari districts ahead of Pushkarams and approves five-year plan to replace 8,819 diesel buses as Andhra Pradesh targets only EV and CNG fleets by 2030
Chief Minister unveils Andhra Pradesh Legislative Secretariats 2026 calendar and diary
Calendar themed on Biodiversity Andhra Pradeshs Living Heritage showcases the States ecosystems and underscores the Assemblys focus on environmental conservation and wildlife protection
Andhra Pradesh to roll out quantum technology courses for school students: Naidu
Chief Minister says Classes 7 to 9 will get phased exposure to quantum and AI, with a student partnership summit planned by January 2026 to spur innovation and skills development
Ten-day SARAS exhibition in Coimbatore showcases women self-help groups products
The exhibition features 172 stalls, including 10 from States such as Andhra Pradesh, Rajasthan, Karnataka, Maharashtra, Bihar, Puducherry, and Kerala
Naidu Releases Andhra Legislature's 2026 Calendars, Diary
Titled 'Biodiversity - The Living Heritage of Andhra Pradesh', the calendar is a visual tribute to the southern state's rich ecological wealth
All Vijay Hazare Trophy Matches In Bengaluru Moved From Chinnaswamy To BCCI CoE
Bengaluru Police Commissioner Seemant Kumar: All Vijay Hazare Trophy matches that were set to take place at Bengaluru's M Chinnaswamy Stadium have been relocated to the BCCI Centre of Excellence, due to a directive from the Karnataka government citing security issues. All Vijay Hazare Trophy matches scheduled to be held at the M. Chinnaswamy Stadium will now happen at the BCCI CoE. Its a decision which was taken earlier in the day due to security reasons, as said by the state government, a DDCA official told IANS on Tuesday. The official further said that both participating teams for the opening game had been notified, and their pre-match training session is now set to take place at the BCCI CoE. The Delhi team has been told about it and their pre-match practice against Andhra will now happen at CoE, the official added. Meanwhile, all the Vijay Hazare matches in Bengaluru will be held without spectators. The Bengaluru police have assured a strong security presence around the Aerospace Park, where CoE is located. Karnataka Police have refused permission for the Vijay Hazare Trophy match between Delhi and Andhra Pradesh at Chinnaswamy Stadium, citing serious safety and crowd-control concerns. The decision was taken after a thorough inspection by Bengaluru Police Commissioner Seemant Kumar, officials from the Greater Bengaluru Authority, and the Fire Department, who identified critical gaps in venue infrastructure and emergency preparedness. On Monday, a committee constituted by the Karnataka government, comprising officials from the police, public works and fire safety departments, inspected the Chinnaswamy Stadium and submitted a report. The Bengaluru City Police Commissioner had already issued a 17-point advisory outlining mandatory safety measures. The committee verified whether these points had been complied with and submitted its findings to the government. On Monday, a committee constituted by the Karnataka government, comprising officials from the police, public works and fire safety departments, inspected the Chinnaswamy Stadium and submitted a report. Also Read: Live Cricket Score The KSCA had earlier expressed confidence in staging matches featuring Kohli and Pant at the M Chinnaswamy Stadium. Article Source: IANS
Andhra Pradesh EAMCET 2026 Exam Dates Announced, Check Complete Schedule Here
AP EAMCET Time Table 2026: The AP EAMCET 2026 examination will be held between May 5 and May 20, 2026. Students can check the complete schedule here.
Andhra CM unveils vision to catapult Amaravati as top quantum computing hub
Amaravati: Andhra Pradesh Chief Minister N Chandrababu Naidu on Tuesday unveiled the states Quantum Vision to catapult the greenfield capital city of Amaravati, which will host the Quantum Valley, as one of the worlds top five quantum computing hubs. Addressing thousands of students virtually, the chief minister underscored that the southern state will work towards 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 .
Karnataka Police Deny Permission For Vijay Hazare Trophy Match At Chinnaswamy Stadium
Bengaluru Police Commissioner Seemant Kumar: Karnataka Police have denied permission for the Vijay Hazare Trophy match between Delhi and Andhra Pradesh at Chinnaswamy Stadium, citing serious safety and crowd control concerns. The decision was taken after a thorough inspection by Bengaluru Police Commissioner Seemant Kumar, officials from the Greater Bengaluru Authority, and the Fire Department, who raised critical gaps in venue infrastructure and emergency preparedness. Bengaluru Police Commissioner Seemant Kumar Singh made the statement in this regard on Tuesday, while addressing media persons. The committee had gone to the stadium on Monday, on the instructions of the Home Department. Officers from various departments, including fire, Bengaluru Electricity Supply Company (Bescom), Greater Bengaluru Authority (GBA) and police, had inspected the stadium. As per the report from the officers, permission has not been granted for the match on Wednesday at the Chinnaswamy Stadium. The committee has also given a detailed report, Commissioner Singh stated. The Bengaluru City Police Commissioner had already issued a 17-point advisory outlining mandatory safety measures. The committee verified whether these points have been complied with and submitted its findings to the government. Police sources stated the stadium gates were too narrow to handle large crowds, especially with Virat Kohli expected to attend. Sources further revealed that in a last-ditch effort, Karnataka State Cricket Association (KSCA) President Venkatesh Prasad met with state Home Minister G. Parameshwara, pleading for an exception, but authorities stood firm. Parameshwara announced on Monday that a committee was formed to inspect and assess whether the Chinnaswamy Stadium is fit to host the Vijay Hazare Trophy cricket match. The minister chaired a meeting at the Vidhana Soudha with officials from the Karnataka State Cricket Association (KSCA) and senior police officers to discuss arrangements for the upcoming match. Parameshwara announced on Monday that a committee was formed to inspect and assess whether the Chinnaswamy Stadium is fit to host the Vijay Hazare Trophy cricket match. Also Read: Live Cricket Score Notably, 11 people were killed in a stampede near the Chinnaswamy Stadium in Bengaluru during the Royal Challengers Bengaluru's (RCB) victory celebrations on June 4. Article Source: IANS
Countdown Begins for ISROs BlueBird Block-2 Commercial Mission from Sriharikota
Sriharikota (Andhra Pradesh), Dec 23: The 24-hour countdown has begun for the launch of ISROs LVM3-M6 rocket, which will carry the next-generation US communication satellite BlueBird Block-2, the space agency announced on Tuesday. ISRO is scheduled to launch the satellite at 8.54 am on Wednesday from the second launch pad at the Satish Dhawan Space [] The post Countdown Begins for ISROs BlueBird Block-2 Commercial Mission from Sriharikota appeared first on Northlines .
Bengaluru's M Chinnaswamy Stadium will not host Wednesday's Vijay Hazare Trophy match between Delhi and Andhra Pradesh, with police citing unaddressed safety recommendations. India batter Virat Kohli was slated to play. Permission for spectators remains uncertain due to past security concerns, with the KSCA working to meet official requirements.
The Andhra Pradesh State Council of Higher Education (APSCHE) has released the AP EAMCET 2026 exam schedule. Engineering entrance exams are set for May 12-15 and 18, 2026, followed by agriculture and pharmacy tests on May 19-20. The detailed notification and application process are expected to commence in March 2026.
CBI arrests DySP, kin of ex-MP over realtor suicide in Karnataka
BENGALURU: The Central Bureau of Investigation (CBI) on Monday arrested the children of former Andhra Pradesh MP, the late DK Audikesavulu DA Srinivas and DA Kalpaja along with Deputy Superintendent of Police, State Human Rights Commission (SHRC), Karnataka, SY Mohan, in cases registered by CBI relating to criminal conspiracy, cheating, forgery of valuable security, forgery of government stamps and seals as well as destruction of evidences and creation of false evidences, the Central agency said on Monday. The agency had registered the cases on the order of the Karnataka High Court in matters related to the death of K Raghunath (a realtor and close confidante of Audikesavulu, who owned huge properties in Bengaluru and other places) as well as other connected forgery cases. Initially it was investigated by the state police before being handed over to the CBI in September 2022 on the direction of the Karnataka High Court. In April this year, the Supreme Court had upheld the Karnataka High Court direction for a CBI probe into the mysterious death of Raghunath in 2019. The latter was found hanging from the ceiling of a guesthouse on May 4, 2019 reportedly owned by Srinivas. The arrested accused Srinivas, Kalpaja and Mohan shall be produced before the jurisdictional court after medical examination, added the CBI. The case relates to the death of former MP Audikesavulu, who was also a former chairperson of TTD, in 2013 after which disputes arose between his children and Raghunath regarding the ownership of some of the formers properties. While Raghunath maintained that he is the genuine owner of the properties, Audikesavulus children pressured him to return the properties they claimed were bought by their father. In 2019, Raghunath was found hanging from the ceiling of a guesthouse. Raghunaths wife Manjula and son Rohith alleged that he was killed and sought a CBI probe. The case was initially investigated by the HAL police. Later, the government constituted an SIT. The trial court rejected the SIT probe for shoddy investigation. In September 2022, the HC transferred the case to CBI. The same was upheld by the Supreme Court in April this year.
Indian Railways has revised the Kalaburagi-SMVT Bengaluru Vande Bharat Express schedule from January 2026. The train gets a new stoppage at Sri Sathya Sai Prasanthi Nilayam, updated timings, earlier arrival at Kalaburagi, and improved connectivity across Karnataka and Andhra Pradesh.
EPCH organizes 2nd edition of Handicrafts Expo Narsapur 2025
Excelsior Correspondent NARSAPUR, Dec 22: The 2nd edition of Handicrafts Expo Narsapur 2025 organised by the Export Promotion Council for Handicrafts (EPCH) was inaugurated today at the International Lace Trade Centre (ILTC), Narsapur, Andhra Pradesh. The Expo was inaugurated today by Bommidi Nayakar, MLA, Narsapuram. The inaugural ceremony was graced by the august presence of Chadalavada Nagarani, Collector, West Godavari District along with Lakshman Rao Atkuri, Regional Director, O/o Development Commissioner (Handicrafts) Chennai, Ministry of Textiles, GoI, K N [] The post EPCH organizes 2nd edition of Handicrafts Expo Narsapur 2025 appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
MP Sivanath opens National Badminton Championships in Vijayawada
The championships, organised by the Andhra Pradesh State Badminton Association, will continue till December 28: Reports
Two Men Hacked To Death In Andhra Pradesh
The deceased had a fight with Y Naresh of the village a few days ago
Ponduru Khadi secures GI tag: Andhra Pradesh's handspun fabric gains national recognition
Ponduru Khadi from Andhra Pradesh has finally received a Geographical Indication (GI) tag, a century after Mahatma Gandhi lauded its craftsmanship. This recognition validates the dedicated work of Srikakulam district weavers, whose traditional handspun fabric, made with local cotton and meticulous processes, now stands protected from imitation. The GI tag promises better demand and fair prices for this enduring craft.
Opinion: Opinion | Pawan Kalyan: Reel Meets Real
In his avatar as deputy chief minister of Andhra Pradesh, Kalyan is playing the sincere, goody-goody guy who asks tough questionssomeone who is willing to take on a fellow cabinet minister for the sake of the larger public good.
Nagesh Trophy: Final League Stage Of Mens National T20 For The Blind Set For An Action-packed Start
National T20 Cricket Tournament: The final 10 group stage matches of the 8th Nagesh Trophy Mens National T20 Cricket Tournament for the Blind will commence at the Railway Cricket Stadium in Hubli, Karnataka, on Monday. Group C, consisting of Karnataka, Rajasthan, Maharashtra, Kerala, and Himachal Pradesh, will be played from Monday till December 25, and the group winners will qualify directly for the Super 8 stage. Nagesh Trophy is Indias premier national-level T20 cricket tournament for visually impaired (blind) mens teams. It brings together state and union territory teams from across the country to compete in a structured T20 format under the auspices of the Cricket Association for the Blind in India (CABI), with support from organisations like the Samarthanam Trust for the Disabled. The opening ceremony for the league stage was held at Karnataka Gujarat Bhavana at Hubli in the presence of Jagadish Shettar, Member of Parliament, Belagavi Constituency and Former Chief Minister of Karnataka, Abbayya Prasad, MLA, Hubli-Dharwad-East constituency, Dr. G.K. Mahantesh, Chairman, CABI and Founder & Managing Trustee, Samarthanam Trust, and Udaya Kumar, Trustee, Samarthanam Trust. Welcoming the participating teams to Hubli, Jagadish Shettar, MP, extended his best wishes to all the players for the tournament. He said that the entire country has now become aware of cricket for the blind following the historic victory of the Indian womens team, and expressed hope that this success would further increase awareness and support among the general public. He also thanked the Honble Prime Minister Narendra Modi for honouring the womens team and for showing strong support towards the growth of cricket for the blind. The dignitary later joined all the participating teams for a group photograph. Abbayya Prasad, MLA, congratulated CABI and Samarthanam Trust for their remarkable achievements in creating awareness and empowering persons with visual impairments to dream big and pursue their goals with confidence. Highlighting the larger impact of sports, he said that while sports teach individuals to accept defeat on the field, they also prepare them to win the bigger battles of life. Describing sports as a powerful tool for the empowerment of persons with disabilities, he applauded the consistent efforts of CABI and Samarthanam Trust in enabling inclusion, confidence, and excellence through sports. The eighth edition of the tournament had 29 teams in the fray, which were placed in six groups with a total of 56 league matches. The winners of Groups A, B, C, and D qualified directly for the Super 8 stage. The next two places in the Super 8 stage will be decided on Net Run Rate. The winners of Groups E and F will play against the 7th and 8th-placed teams from all the teams of Groups A to D in the eliminators, and the winners of those two matches will complete the Super 8 stage. Abbayya Prasad, MLA, congratulated CABI and Samarthanam Trust for their remarkable achievements in creating awareness and empowering persons with visual impairments to dream big and pursue their goals with confidence. Highlighting the larger impact of sports, he said that while sports teach individuals to accept defeat on the field, they also prepare them to win the bigger battles of life. Describing sports as a powerful tool for the empowerment of persons with disabilities, he applauded the consistent efforts of CABI and Samarthanam Trust in enabling inclusion, confidence, and excellence through sports. Also Read: Live Cricket Score The Nagesh Trophy is named in honour of the late S. P. Nagesh, founder president of CABI and a champion for blind cricket development in India. The first edition of the tournament was held in 201819, and has continued annually with increasing participation and competitiveness. Teams from multiple states and union territories compete each year in round-robin league matches followed by knockouts and finals. Andhra Pradesh are the defending champion of the tournament, winning the title by beating Delhi in the finals last year. Article Source: IANS
Andhra Pradesh Hailed as Role Model in Energy Conservation
Srivastava said energy conservation must become a way of life, stressing that responsible energy use helps preserve natural resources for future generations and reduces greenhouse gas emissions.
CREDAI thanks government for amending building rules in Andhra Pradesh
The changes ensure alignment with prominent national jurisdictions and provide clear regulatory certainty for both developers and approving authorities, say CREDAI office-bearers
Baby trafficking networks thrive despite repeated crackdowns in Andhra Pradesh
Recent arrests and rescues highlight how interstate gangs continue to exploit loopholes in the States child protection system
Andhra Pradesh pulse polio drive : Over 54L children vaccinated
Amaravati: The Andhra Pradesh government on Sunday conducted the Pulse Polio programme across the state, administering the life-saving drops to more than 54 lakh children below five years of age. The initiative, organised in line with the Centres instructions to ensure that all children below five years of age are administered polio drops. The government 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 Sets October 2, 2026 Deadline for Plastic-Free Andhra Pradesh
Naidu contrasted this with his governments efforts to establish the medical colleges under the PPP model. He accused the YSRC of blocking progress by filing cases against land allocations to IT companies and challenging recruitment of constables in court.
NETA NATTER | ANDHRA PRADESH | Polavaram And Some Hair-raising Tales
His comments brought smiles all around, but Patrudu was clear that he will not let that one from Raju slide so easily. Laughing the comment off, the Speaker said he still had some hair on the back of his head, and it was still black
TDP, YSRC clash over PPP in medical colleges
Andhra Pradesh government's plan for new medical colleges using public-private partnerships has ignited a political firestorm. The opposition YSRCP is vehemently protesting, calling it privatization and collecting signatures. They warn private firms against involvement. The ruling NDA alliance dismisses the campaign as political maneuvering. The debate over medical education's future intensifies.
CEC Gyanesh Kumar visits heritage sites in Hyderabad
Hyderabad: Chief Election Commissioner Gyanesh Kumar visited several prominent historical and cultural landmarks here on Saturday, accompanied by his family. The CEC, who arrived in the city from Srisailam in Andhra Pradesh, was given a ceremonial welcome at the Golconda Fort. During the visit, officials from the Archaeological Survey of India briefed him on 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 .
Andhra Pradesh notifies sweeping amendments to building rules
Changes aimed at enhancing urban safety, promoting green construction, and improving ease of doing business through technology-driven approvals and clearer norms for high-rise projects, says official
Newly wed couple dies after falling from Machilipatnam Express
Hyderabad: A couple who had gotten married just two months ago died after allegedly falling from the Machilipatnam Express late on Thursday, December 18. According to reports, Korada Simhachalam, 25, and his wife Bhavani, 19, hailed from Ravupalli village in Garugubilli mandal of Parvathipuram Manyam district in Andhra Pradesh. Simhachalam worked at a chemical company 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 .
Stressing the need for adopting a circular economy through which waste is recycled, the Chief Minister has appealed to the people to be a part of it for the benefit of the future generations
Referring to YSRCP president Jagan Mohan Reddys threat that those partnering with the government to run medical colleges in the PPP mode will be sent to jail if he is voted to power, the Deputy Chief Minister warns of adopting zero tolerance approach, similar to the one being followed by Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath towards scriminals
Andhra Pradesh IT Minister Nara Lokesh to students: Dont do anything you cant tell your mother
At a recent event in Rajahmundry, Andhra Pradesh's IT Minister Nara Lokesh inspired students to reflect on their life choices, suggesting they consider whether they would feel proud sharing those decisions with their mothers.
AP Intermediate time table 2026 for 1st, 2nd year exams revised: Check new dates here
The Board of Intermediate Education, Andhra Pradesh (BIEAP) has released a revised timetable for the 2026 Intermediate Public Examinations. The theory exams for first and second-year students will now run from February 23 to March 24, 2026, aligning with the final holiday list. Practical exams and backlog papers are also included in the updated schedule.
Two Killed in Road Accident on NH-44 at Pamidi in Andhra Pradesh
Car travelling from Karnatakas Chikkaballapur to Mantralayam hit by unidentified vehicle near a dhaba in Anantapur district
Nara Lokesh accuses YSRCP of stalling investments via PILs, Opposition seeks more transparency
A political dispute has erupted in Andhra Pradesh over IT park projects and job creation. TDP leaders, including IT Minister Nara Lokesh, accused YSRCP of filing PILs to stall major projects by companies like TCS, Cognizant, Sattva, and Raheja Corp, which together promise over 1 lakh jobs. The latest PIL targets Rahejas proposed IT park in Visakhapatnam.
Newly Married Couple Dies after Falling from Machilipatnam Express
The couple belongs to Ravupalli village in Parvathipuram Manyam district in Andhra Pradesh
Hyderabad man loses Rs 59 lakh in digital arrest, two held
Hyderabad: Hyderabad police have arrested two accused in digital arrest case in which a senior citizen lost Rs 59 lakh. Cybercrime police arrested the accused who had supplied accounts to cheat the retired employee. Surampudi Chandrasekhar (31) and Emandi Venkat Naveen (25), both residents of Kakinada, Andhra Pradesh have been arrested According to police on 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 .
Even before the crack of dawn, Chennaiites wake up to the musical notes of birds, the winter wind so chilly that it demands a woolen armour to brave the streets that stir to life as the day progresses. Men, women, and children gather to sweep their respective thresholds and sprinkle water as a ritual and then create pattern of curves, grids, dots, lines, and loops. This art form kolam holds a special significance during the Tamil month of Margazhi , which falls in December. Traditionally, kolam is believed to symbolise prosperity, good luck, and welcome goddess Lakshmi into homes. It is also said that kolam wards off evil energies and spirits. Kolams are practised differently in different parts of the country: Pookalam in Kerala, Muggulu in Andhra Pradesh and Telangana, Alpana in West Bengal, Rangoli in Karnataka, and Sathiya in Gujarat. Mention of this practice in Tamil lit can be traced back to Sangam literature, dating from the third century BCE to third century CE. In this literature, the description of drawing kolam s exactly matches the visuals seen on the streets of Chennai today. This shows how age-old the practice of kolam is, shares historian Meenakshi Devaraj. The 15th verse of the second chapter, 518th verse overall, in revered poet and saint Andals Nachiyar Thirumozhi reads, Vellai nunmanal kondu sittril visiththirapada , which roughly translates to: using fine white sand, we carefully draw beautiful kolams on the streets. There are also literary sources that show men indulging in this exercise. A 12th century poem mentions a ghost, presumably male, making decorative patterns from pearl dust. According to Meenakshi, The practice of drawing kolam has evolved over centuries. This shows the dynamic nature of this custom. The other characteristics include constantly changing in terms of its designs and colours. Adding to the list, Meenakshi notes, It is therapeutic. It brought some healing in me. Sacred patterns on streets This ever-evolving art form finds its expression during Margazhi as this Tamil month brings with it positivity and happiness. Vardhani KL, a software analyst (@kolamveri on Instagram), shares, I always look forward to Margazhi . It is one of my favourite months because it is winter. When you wake up, you see how beautiful the climate is. It is also the season of bhajans and keerthans . And when you do the kolam , you hear them. She describes kolams as a habit of decorating our homes. It is an extension to the decoration we do inside. Vardhani urges that everyone should come forward and take up this habit and it shouldnt be restricted to a particular religion or region. Meenakshi echoes the same thoughts. Schools should recognise this practice and encourage kids to take it up. Kolam shouldnt be shrunk to a particular religion, and to women, she says. Usually there is a gender restriction that it should be done only by ladies in the family but the case is not like that for us because its just an art form. The main point here is that tradition should not be lost, says Jayashankar Sreenivasan (@mrsandmrkolam on Instagram). Jayashankar learnt this skill from his chithi (aunt) and his mother. He shares, Every morning, they put kolam on the threshold. Sitting there and watching them raised an interest in me. I thought this form should not be restricted only to the female community. Why should girls have all the fun? His family was supportive and encouraged him in building this talent and excelling. With respect to my wife, she has the leverage of doing it. Nobody is going to stop her, he remarked. His wife keeps the dots and he continues the kolam , he says, adding, We discuss what kind of designs to draw the next day. It brought a uniqueness in our collaborative creativity. Visual grammar In any pattern, keeping a symmetric dot is pivotal. If the dots are haywire, your design goes haywire, points out Jayashankar. The dots are then followed by designs and patterns. I bring geometry into my designs. Celtic designs are popular in foreign countries especially in Europe and the UK. Its looked upon as a symbol of oneness. Our temple carvings have celtic designs. We brought such kinds into our kolam designs, he shares. Once the intricate designs are outlined, it is then filled with colours, not every but a select few, each carrying a symbolic meaning. The popular kaavi (red) colour represents auspiciousness. When added with white, it brings in the value of Shiva and Shakti. The white is Shiva and the red is the Shakti, explains Jayashankar. Additionally, manjal (yellow) adds a devotional aspect to the kolam . To please the eyes, green and blue colours are included. Green is pasumai . Blue is water, neer . It is also associated with agayam, he says. Nowadays using grey and black has become a common practice. The 2025 Margazhi This Margazhi season, while Meenakshi will follow her tradition of showing the verses of Thiruppavai in her kolams , Varadhini is excited about her chikku kolams , Jayashankar and his wife are are working on a series of new designs, something on aspects of Andal Pasurams . We want to depict it in the chikku kolam and padi kolam . Ensuring we keep it traditional rather than trying something with the latest trend, he concludes.
Special Task Force mooted to check pollution as air quality worsens in Vizag
Andhra Pradesh Pollution Control Board conducts review meeting with stakeholders after AQI levels fall into moderate to poor category; committees to assess dust concentration levels and identify hotspots
Fraudsters Use Digital Arrest To Extort Rs 59 Lakh From Senior Citizen, Arrested
The accused are identified as Surampudi Chandrasekhar, 31, and Emandi Venkat Naveen, 25, both are the natives of Kakinada in Andhra Pradesh
Bhimavaram Municipality Bags Award
Bhimavaram municipality has secured a silver award from the Andhra Pradesh State Energy Conservation Mission (APSECM) for conserving electricity
Andhra Pradesh: 51 Convicted in 41 Cases in Three Years
This was stated on Friday by Eluru SP, Pratap Shiva Kishore.
Indonesia keen to boost trade ties with Andhra Pradesh: Consul General
Malli Malli is crafted using Indian-origin ingredients, sourced from different regions of Tamil Nadu and Andhra Pradesh featuring mango butter, kokum butter, neroli, and coriander
AP TET prelims 2025 answer key released: Check direct link to download here
The Andhra Pradesh Teacher Eligibility Test authorities have released the AP TET 2025 preliminary answer keys for select Paper-2 examinations on tet2dsc.apcfss.in. The keys cover Paper-2A Telugu and Minor Language papers. Candidates can raise objections online till December 24, after which subject experts will finalise the answer key before results are prepared.
Nara Lokesh slams filing of PILs by YSRCP against IT projects
In a post, Nara Lokesh asked the reason for Jagan Mohan Reddys hatred towards youth of Andhra Pradesh and sabotaging every step
Andhra Pradesh Chief Minister N. Chandrababu Naidu asked for an allocation of 10,054 crore under SASCI for FY 2025-26
Peoples satisfaction barometer for officials performance: Andhra CM
Amaravati: Andhra Pradesh Chief Minister N Chandrababu Naidu on Thursday said peoples satisfaction is the barometer of officials performance, emphasising that he will not bank on metrics and promised to undertake surprise inspections. Addressing the concluding day of the fifth district collectors meeting at the secretariat, in which he brainstormed on a plethora of issues, 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 .
New Crest Gates At Tungabhadra Dam By June 2026: DK Shivakumar
The Tungabhadra dam, located in Karnataka, serves the people of Karnataka, Telangana and Andhra Pradesh.
CEC to Visit Srisailam On Dec. 20
Officials clarified that his visit to Srisailam is purely devotional, with no official programmes scheduled in Andhra Pradesh
YSRCP submits 1 cr signatures against medical college privatisation
Amaravati: YSRCP chief Jagan Mohan Reddy on Thursday submitted over one crore signatures opposing the alleged privatisation of 10 medical colleges to Andhra Pradesh Governor S Abdul Nazeer at Lok Bhavan. The opposition party had launched a statewide campaign to collect signatures from people against the proposed privatisation of medical colleges. We brought Chief Minister 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 .
Shivakumar dares BJP to change Gandhi photo in notes, Pawan Kalyan says 'task is assigned'
Karnataka Deputy Chief Minister DK Shivakumar challenged the BJP to change Gandhi's photo on currency notes amid a row over MGNREGA. Andhra Pradesh minister Pawan Kalyan stated the task is already assigned to 'UPI'. The opposition accuses the government of insulting Gandhi and diluting the MGNREGA with a new bill promising 125 days of employment.
CEC Gyanesh Kumar to Meet Telangana BLOs on Dec 21
Kumar will arrive in the city on December 19 as part of his scheduled programme covering Hyderabad and Srisailam in Andhra Pradesh
KGF Co-Director's 4-Year-Old Son Dies In Lift Accident, Confirms Pawan Kalyan
Actor and Andhra Pradesh Deputy Chief Minister Pawan Kalyan wrote a note on X
USFDA issues Form 483 with 5 observations to Aurobindo Pharma's Andhra unit
Aurobindo Pharma said the USFDA issued a Form 483 with five procedural observations after inspecting Unit-IV of its subsidiary APL Healthcare in Andhra Pradesh from December 817, 2025. The company said it will respond within stipulated timelines and remains committed to quality standards.
Havih, a Maxwell Biosciences Subsidiary, Announces Partnership with the Government of Andhra Pradesh
Havih Envirosciences, an Indian citizen-owned and operated life sciences company and subsidiary of Maxwell Biosciences, announced a strategic partnership with the Government of Andhra Pradesh to establish advanced pharmaceutical research and production capabilities in the state. The collaboration was formalized through an agreement with the Andhra Pradesh Centre for Advanced Research on Livestock Limited (APCARL) on November 21, 2025. Research and development of novel pharma IP could be a key component for a stronger pharma workforce in India Under the agreement, APCARL will provide Havih access to advanced R&D laboratories and underground Biosafety Level 4 (BSL-4) biocontainment facilities at its Pulivendula campus in YSR Kadapa district. Havih will develop and supply next-generation anti-infective medicines for early use within Andhra Pradesh, with manufacturing and export centered in India. "Prime Minister Modi's Viksit Bharat @ 2047 vision recognizes that long-term national growth depends on moving up the value chain toward high-margin innovation that creates globally competitive wages for India's people. India's economic growth has created momentum; the next phase requires branded pharmaceutical research, advanced IP creation and indigenous scientific leadership. Havih's partnership with the Government of Andhra Pradesh and APCARL directly advances that vision by building India-owned biocontainment research, first-in-class drug innovation and export-ready pharmaceutical IP. This collaboration is an investment in India's scientists, engineers and future innovators - and a practical step toward India's leadership in global health security," said Scotch McClure, Chairman of Havih Envirosciences. About Havih Envirosciences Havih Envirosciences Pvt. Ltd. is an Indian citizen-owned and operated life sciences and environmental health company focused on India-first innovation in advanced anti-infective medicines, biosafety solutions and environmental resilience technologies. Established to build indigenous scientific capability and high-value intellectual property, Havih serves as a platform for translating cutting-edge research into globally competitive products developed and manufactured in India. Havih's mission is to strengthen India's leadership in branded pharmaceutical research and development by enabling high-margin innovation, advanced containment research and workforce upskilling aligned with national priorities such as Viksit Bharat @ 2047 , Make in India and Atmanirbhar Bharat . The company emphasizes biosafety, biodefense and public-health preparedness while supporting international export markets from an India-based innovation core. Through strategic collaborations with government research institutions and global technology partners, Havih is building a next-generation R&D and production ecosystem designed to deliver durable economic value, globally relevant IP and higher-skilled, higher-wage scientific employment for India's growing workforce. About Maxwell Biosciences Maxwell Biosciences is a global health technology company pioneering a new category of immune-inspired small molecules called Claromers®. Designed to mimic and enhance the body's natural defenses, Claromers® destroy pathogenic bacteria, viruses, fungi and biofilms-without harming healthy cells or the microbiome. Originally developed for critical infectious diseases, Maxwell's technology is now entering commercial deployment across cosmetics, personal care, medical coatings and biodefense. Claromers® require no refrigeration and are highly stable in even the harshest environments. Backed by a decade of research, a robust patent portfolio and leadership with deep expertise in science, military, AI and global health, Maxwell has active collaborative agreements with the US military and governments worldwide. FDA clinical trials are planned for 2026. Non-pharmaceutical commercialization is underway, with pilot access for select partners. Maxwell's AI-first platform enables rapid innovation against the rising threat of resistant pathogens, offering scalable, shelf-stable and microbiome-resilient solutions for a healthier planet. LinkedIn . Contacts Media press@maxwellbiosciences.com Investors investor.relations@maxwellbiosciences.com
Andhra Pradesh Moves to Introduce Ultra-Luxury Cruise Boats to Boost Tourism
State Tourism Development Corporation clears private operators to run five premium boats in Vijayawada and Suryalanka backwaters; services likely by October 2026
173 cases per lakh: Keralas cancer burden highest in South
THIRUVANANTHAPURAM: Its alarming. Kerala has witnessed a steep rise in cancer cases over the past decade, with annual incidence climbing by 54%, from 39,672 cases in 2015 to 61,175 in 2024. More worryingly, the states per capita cancer incidencecases per 1 lakh populationrose to 173 in 2024 from 114 a decade ago, according to figures from the ICMR-National Cancer Registry Programme. The data was tabled in the Lok Sabha by Union Health Minister J P Nadda in response to a question from DMK MP Kanimozhi Karunanidhi. The surge in Keralas cancer cases was particularly pronounced after 2018, with a sharp jump recorded in 2019 followed by a steady increase of about 1,000 cases in subsequent years, the figures revealed. Experts felt the number reflected both a genuine rise in disease burden and improved detection through expanded national screening programmes and strengthened healthcare delivery. Among southern states, Tamil Nadu and Karnataka reported a higher annual caseload, but were behind Kerala in per capita cancer incidence. With a population of about 3.5 crore, Keralas incidence of 173 cases per 1 lakh people in 2024 was significantly higher than Tamil Nadu (137), Karnataka (139) and Andhra Pradesh (144). State faces one of the highest cancer burdens in South India Health experts warned that Kerala now faces one of the highest cancer burdens in South India, making prevention and early detection a public health priority. The proportion of elderly population is increasing and is expected to reach 30% by 2050 from the current 20%. Non-communicable diseases are on the rise. Lifestyle factors such as physical inactivity and unhealthy food habits contribute to the risk, said Dr Althaf A, epidemiologist and professor at Thiruvananthapuram Government Medical College. He said the rise in cases may also reflect the expansion of diagnostic facilities and cancer hospitals in both public and private sectors.
Andhra Pradesh Hopes for 100 Seats in Each of 5 New Medical Colleges
These colleges are coming up at Markapur, Pulivendula, Adoni, Madanapalle and Piduguralla under Phase-2 of the development of medical colleges in the state.
Wonderla, Imagicaa to Set Up Theme Parks in Andhra Pradesh
The principal secretary however pointed to delays in land allocation, saying there have been instances of identified tourism land being allotted to other departments.
ET CEO Roundtable: Naidugiri and the art of winning over big business
N Chandrababu Naidu has secured over Rs 10.7 lakh crore in investments for Andhra Pradesh. He is recognized for attracting businesses back to the state. Naidu's approach focuses on creating an environment for innovation and job creation. His leadership is seen as a new model for governance, emphasizing technology and efficiency. This has made Andhra Pradesh a sought-after investment destination.
Opposition, activists oppose new Bill replacing MGNREGA
Lok Sabha begins discussion on the Bill; NDA allies support the Bill, though TDP pointed out that a fund-starved State like Andhra Pradesh will need additional support
Coalition government encouraging sportspersons: SAAP
Nearly 421 sportspersons in the State were given jobs in the recently conducted Mega DSC, says of Sports Authority of Andhra Pradesh
Telangana ranks fifth in patent filings, says report
Telangana was among the States specifically identified as having contributed significantly to the rise in domestic patent filings, alongside Karnataka, Andhra Pradesh and Odisha
Andhra Pradesh Chief Minister Chandrababu Naidu insists on adopting best practices in governance
Public satisfaction is important for the government to make meaningful progress, he says, and expresses confidence of achieving 17.11% growth rate by focusing on optimum utilisation of water, employment generation and increasing agriculture productivity
NEW DELHI: United Nations Educational, Scientific and Cultural Organisation (UNESCO) on Tuesday called for a national mission in India to ensure consistent mother-tongue or home language- based instruction in the country. There needs to be multilingual bridging across all schooling systems, it urged. Making public its 165-page report, `Bhasha Matters: The State of the Education Report for India 2025; Mother Tongue and Multilingual Education at its office in Delhi, it came out with ten recommendations to be incorporated in the countrys Education Policy. Tim Curtis, Director, UNESCO Regional Office for South Asia, who released it said theUNESCO Regional Office for South Asia has established a tradition of publishing an annual flagship report as our contribution to the education discourse in India. Elaborating on this years report he said, We turn to a theme central to equitable learning Mother Tongue and Multilingual Education. Over the next hour, you will hear the compelling evidence-based for establishing Mother Tongue and Multilingual Education as the foundation for educational inclusion, linguistic diversity preservation and enhanced learning outcomes through stories and testimonies, and learn about the frameworks and global commitments that guide UNESCOs work. UNESCO has encouraged mother tongue instruction in primary education since 1953 highlighting its advantages from the very beginning of the Organisations founding. In 2003, UNESCO released `Education in a Multilingual World, acknowledging the global reality of multilingual education and the challenges and opportunities it presents. The 2025 report provides a comprehensive framework for designing, implementing, and sustaining multilingual education systems. It emphasises learner-centered language pathways, inclusive pedagogy, community participation, and context-responsive planning all of which have informed the analysis and recommendations in this years report. As part of this research, our team travelled across India, including to Odisha, Telangana, and Andhra Pradesh, and visited schools, institutions and civil society organisations, he said. This publication is the product of consultations with academicians, state governments, the national government, NGOs, teachers, community members, and most importantly students. Recommendations: *Adopt and operationalise clear state-level language-in-education policies grounded in Mother-Tongue Based-Multilingual Education (MTB-MLE). *Strengthen teacher recruitment, deployment and professional standards for multilingual competence. *Reform pre-service and in-service teacher education to embed multilingual pedagogy at all stages. *Institutionalise community participation and indigenous knowledge in school practice *Develop and distribute high-quality multilingual learning materials and assessments across grades. *Integrate a gender-responsive MTB-MLE framework across middle, secondary and alternative schooling. *Leverage digital public infrastructure for inclusive, multilingual teacher support and learning resources. *Invest in inclusive language technologies and bridge the digital divide *Ensure sustainable, equitable and inclusive financing for MTB-MLE and language-responsive technologies and *Establish a national mission for MTB-MLE and strengthen institutional coordination.
Former AIIMS HOD moves SC seeking cancer to be declared a notifiable disease
NEW DELHI: A Public Interest Litigation (PIL) has been filed in the Supreme Court by former Head of the Department of Surgical Disciplines at AIIMS, New Delhi, Dr Anurag Srivastava, seeking directions to the Centre to declare cancer a notifiable disease to ensure uniform and mandatory reporting of cancer cases across India. In the petition, filed through advocate Gaurav Kumar Bansal, Dr Srivastava urged the Supreme Court to direct the Union Government and State Governments to establish a centralised, real-time digital cancer registry on the lines of the CoWIN portal. The proposed registry would integrate existing datasets, including the National Cancer Registry Programme (NCRP), Hospital-Based Cancer Registries (HBCRs), Population-Based Cancer Registries (PBCRs), Ayushman BharatPMJAY, State health insurance schemes, mortality records and hospital information systems, with appropriate safeguards for data accuracy, privacy and accountability. The plea also sought directions to the Centre and States to formulate and implement nationwide cancer screening programmes at Primary Health Centres (PHCs) and Community Health Centres (CHCs), targeting high-risk and age-based population groups. Further, the petitioner asked the Court to direct the authorities to frame a clear policy on unverified, religious or alternative therapies for cancer treatment, including remedies such as gomutra, and to regulate misinformation to protect public health. The PIL also called for ensuring the availability of affordable, evidence-based cancer treatment including modern medicine as well as evidence-based AYUSH therapies at all tertiary and district-level hospitals. Dr Srivastava also sought directions for the establishment of a dedicated National Cancer Care Fund to support treatment costs, anti-cancer drugs, diagnostic equipment and palliative care, with the aim of reducing the financial burden on poor, underprivileged and vulnerable patients and their families. The petition further urged the Court to direct the Union and State Governments to strengthen death certification and institutionalise death audits for cancer patients to ensure accurate reporting, identify systemic gaps and improve the quality of care. It also sought a time-bound roadmap for expanding PBCRs to ensure adequate representation of all States and rural areas, with particular emphasis on underrepresented States such as Uttar Pradesh, Madhya Pradesh, Rajasthan, Andhra Pradesh, Telangana and Odisha. In his plea, Dr Srivastava stated that despite being one of the leading causes of death in India, cancer remains outside the ambit of mandatory notification. This, he argued, has resulted in fragmented data, weak surveillance and policy paralysis in addressing the growing cancer burden. He highlighted that health is primarily a State subject under Entry 6 of List II of the Seventh Schedule to the Constitution, and that both the Union and State Governments have the power to legislate and notify diseases within their respective domains. However, this concurrent jurisdiction has led to a legal lacuna, with some States having notified cancer as a disease while others have not. The absence of uniformity has led to disparities in reporting, monitoring and early intervention across States. This inconsistency has resulted in a critical policy failure, with patients in many States being diagnosed only at advanced stages, when curative treatment becomes difficult, expensive or impossible, the plea stated. Dr Srivastava further pointed out that the Indian Council of Medical Researchs NCRP currently covers only about 10 per cent of Indias population, with rural coverage as low as 1 per cent. Large States such as Uttar Pradesh, Madhya Pradesh, Rajasthan, Andhra Pradesh, Telangana and Odisha remain significantly underrepresented. He noted that both the NCRP Policy Brief, 2020, and the 139th Report of the Parliamentary Standing Committee on Health and Family Welfare had recommended that cancer be declared a notifiable disease, but these recommendations have yet to be implemented.
Full Support to Aquaculture Development: Minister Atchannaidu
Atchannaidu said Andhra Pradesh accounts for 29 per cent of the countrys fisheries sector
Handling of offerings should be changed from manual to automatic, and it will be good to stopoutsourcing, the judge says while hearing a batch of writ petitions on the theft case, and posts the matter to December 19
Aviation EduCity will come up near Bhogapuram in one year, says Andhra Pradesh HRD Minister Lokesh
The facility being established by the GMR Group in an extent of 136 acres provided by the MANSAS Trust free of cost will position India not only as a large aviation market but also as a global supplier of aviation talent and innovation, he asserts
Telangana moves Supreme Court with plea to restrain Andhra Pradesh on PBLP
It says the project sans any approvals is illegal, taken up in violation of GWDT Award, APRA
Andhra Pradesh Congress chief Sharmila slams Centres move to rename MGNREGA
Jagan calls campaign against medical college privatisation historic verdict
Amaravati: YSRCP supremo YS Jagan Mohan Reddy has said that his partys one crore signature campaign against the alleged privatisation of government medical colleges is a historic and resounding public verdict against the N Chandrababu Naidu-led NDA government in Andhra Pradesh. Jagan said the massive rallies were held on Monday in all 26 district headquarters 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 .
Funds amounting to 988 crore released to Andhra under MGNREGA: Pemmasani Chandra Sekhar
Pemmasani Chandra Sekhar said the release would ensure timely wage payments to rural workers and strengthen livelihood security across Andhra Pradesh
TDP flags cost-sharing in 'VB-G Ram G' bill
Telugu Desam Party, an NDA ally, voices worry about the VB-G Ram G Bill. The proposed 60:40 fund sharing for the rural employment scheme places a financial strain on states. This is a significant concern for Andhra Pradesh, a state facing financial challenges. The party highlights the burden this new pattern will impose.
2 More Accused Sentenced to Imprisonment by NIA Court in Visakhapatnam Spying Case
The two accused convicted today are Somnath Sanjay Ikade of Ahmednagar district in Maharashtra, and Sonu Kumar of Hathras district in Uttar Pradesh. They were arrested in December 2019 from Karwar (Karnataka) and Visakhapatnam (Andhra Pradesh) respectively
YSRCP calls fund collection for Potti Sriramulu statue an insult
Former Minister says changing Andhra Pradesh Formation Day from November 1 to June 2 has undermined the legacy of Amarajeevi
MSP has gone up under PM Modi, says Vijayawada MP, defends PPP model for medical colleges
Speaking in the Parliament, Kesineni Sivanath also stresses the need for taking up Vijayawada and Visakhapatnam Metro projects, pointing out that Andhra Pradesh is the only southern State without a metro rail system
Petrol, diesel costliest in Andhra Pradesh, cheapest in Andaman
A litre of petrol in Amaravati - the capital city of Andhra Pradesh - costs 109.74, while the same in Andaman & Nicobar Islands comes for 82.46
Lokesh Urges Jayant To Establish National Skills Training Institute in Vizag
He informed the Union minister that the Andhra Pradesh government has already allocated 5 acres land for establishing the NSTI at Pedagantyada in Vizag
AP CM Pays Homage to Potti Sriramulu, Sardar Patel on their Death Anniversary
Sriramulu was a great man who fought with firm resolve for a separate state for the Telugu people and achieved it, leading to the creation of Andhra Pradesh
Orvakal in Kurnool Emerging as Pharma Hub: AP Govt
Andhra Pradesh is rapidly strengthening its position as a preferred destination for pharmaceutical manufacturing, with Hyderabad-based Virupaksha Organics Limited and Sigachi Industries Limited expanding their operations in Orvakal, Kurnool district
Pawans Call To Adopt Best Practices From Tamil Nadu, Kerala
The Deputy CM had directed the fisheries department officials to study the scope for creating similar facilities in Andhra Pradesh by adopting best practices from Tamil Nadu and Kerala
