Siddique lone wolf with IED skills: Andhra police
Andhra Pradesh police identified one of the terror suspects arrested by Tamil Nadu police as a 'big fish' with advanced bomb-making skills. The suspect, Abubacker Siddique, is believed to be a lone wolf influenced by radical preacher Zakir Naik and an expert in making IEDs.
'Big fish' bomb maker: Police say terror suspect was inspired by Zakir Naik; behind BJP office blast
Andhra Pradesh Police have identified Abubacker Siddique, arrested in Rayachoti, as a key terror operative with bomb-making expertise and links to past attacks. Inspired by Zakir Naik, he allegedly assisted extremist groups and is suspected of involvement in the Bengaluru BJP office bombing and the Madurai pipe-bomb attempt. Authorities seized explosive materials, Isis literature, and digital evidence, investigating his wider network.
KCS notified as authorised body to inspect medical devices manufacturing facilities
Kalam Institute of Health Technology Certification Services located on AMTZ campus is the only one operational in Andhra Pradesh and Telangana; the approval brings immediate benefits to domestic manufacturers, particularly the MSMEs, by eliminating the need for audits outside the State
BC, OC employees of A.P. Secretariat demand fair deal in promotions in line with High Court ruling
The employees drew the Chief Secretarys attention to the Andhra Pradesh High Court order given in 2018 asking the government to review the injustice in promotions within the A.P. Secretariat
APHC Law Clerk Recruitment 2025 - Apply Offline for 04 Posts
TheAndhra Pradesh High Court (APHC) has released an official notification for the recruitment of 04 Law Clerk posts. Interested and eligible candidates can apply Offline through the official APHC website. The last date to submit the application form is 19-07-2025.
APMSRB Epidemiologist Recruitment 2025 - Apply Online for 15 Posts
The Andhra Pradesh Medical Services Recruitment Board (APMSRB) has released an official notification for the recruitment of 15 Epidemiologist posts. Interested and eligible candidates can apply online through the official APMSRB website. The last date to submit the application form is 16-07-2025.
NDA Leaders Vow To Fulfil Alluri Sitarama Rajus Vision
Durgesh announced that Sitarama Rajus birth anniversary will be officially commemorated across Andhra Pradesh as a symbol of Telugu pride.
Track restoration completed on KK line; train service to resume shortly
Development of poor will be true tribute to ASR, says Tourism Minister
Measures will be taken to develop the areas connected with the life of revolutionary freedom fighter Alluri Sitharama Raju to enable posterity to know his sacrifices, says Kandula Durgesh
Instructions have been given to the officials of the departments concerned to keep away the high risk process areas away from other processing units and administrative blocks, he says
Plea to continue services of temporary faculty in public universities of Andhra Pradesh
Members of Akhil Bharatiya Rashtriya Shaikshik Mahasangh urge the APSCHE Chairman to expedite recruitment in State Universities
APMC clarifies FMG internship rules amid protests over NMC guidelines
Hyderabad: Andhra Pradesh Medical Council (APMC) Chairman Dr Srihari Rao and Registrar Dr Ramesh explained the reasons behind permanent registration not being given to Foreign Medical Graduates (FMGs) in a press conference in Vijayawada on Friday, July 4. The explanation was offered by APMC officials in light of recent protests by students against recently issued 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 .
A.P. Governor exhorts students to be prepared for Quantum Valley
The Quantum Valley will place Andhra Pradeshat the forefront of quantum and deep technology advancement in Asia, says Governor S. Abdul Nazeer; It aims to foster innovation, high-end employmentand environmental sustainabilityin Amaravati
The Chief Minister also directs officials to issue succession certificates in respect of inherited lands and complete regularisation of unobjectionable government lands by the end of 2025
Once completed, the first phase of the scheme will supply drinking water for 30 years to over 10 lakh population spread over 578 villages of 18 mandals in seven Assembly constituencies, he says
YSRCP demands PR certificates for Foreign Medical Graduates in Andhra Pradesh
The party leaders call for withdrawal of police cases filed against the protesting students
Andhra Pradesh unit of BJP pays glowing tributes to Alluri, Pingali and Swami Vivekananda
The party leader urges youth to embrace their ideals
Kolusu Parthasarathy approves six new road works in response to local requests and directs officials to resolve public issues promptly
APPSC Analyst Grade II Admit Card 2025 OUT Download Link psc.ap.gov.in
Andhra Pradesh Public Service Commission has officially released the APPSC Analyst Grade II Admit Card 2025. Candidates who have applied for the Analyst Grade II Exam can now download their admit card from the official website psc.ap.gov.in.
NEW DELHI: The Central Bureau of Investigation (CBI) has unearthed a wide-ranging corruption racket involving irregularities in the inspection and regulatory processes of medical colleges across India, registering a First Information Report (FIR) that names 36 accused individuals, including former University Grants Commission (UGC) Chairman D P Singh and several officials from the Ministry of Health and Family Welfare. D P Singh, who currently serves as the Chancellor of the Tata Institute of Social Sciences (TISS), headed the UGC from 2018 to 2021. Other accused include senior officials from the National Medical Commission (NMC) and representatives of private medical colleges nationwide. According to the FIR, a copy of which is with TNIE, the case centres around an extensive criminal conspiracy involving the unauthorised sharing of confidential regulatory information, manipulation of statutory inspections, and widespread bribery to grant favourable outcomes to private institutions. CBI officials said the leaked data included inspection schedules, names of assessors, and internal assessments. This allowed medical colleges to stage fraudulent conditions for inspections including deploying ghost faculty members, admitting fake patients, tampering with biometric attendance systems, and bribing assessors for favourable reports. The FIR alleges that health ministry officials photographed internal files including confidential remarks by senior officials and shared them via personal devices with intermediaries linked to private colleges. Among those allegedly involved in receiving or distributing the leaked data are Virendra Kumar of Gurgaon, Manisha Joshi of Dwarka in New Delhi, and prominent medical education figures such as Suresh Singh Bhadoria, chairman of Index Medical College in Indore, and Mayur Raval, registrar of Geetanjali University in Udaipur. Virendra Kumar is said to have had close ties with Jitu Lal Meena, then a whole-time member of the Medical Assessment and Rating Board (MARB). Meena allegedly received bribes through hawala transactions facilitated by Kumar, who reportedly distributed funds to secure regulatory favours. Officials claim part of the illicit funds was used to finance the construction of a Hanuman temple in Rajasthan at an estimated cost of 75 lakh. The FIR also outlines the southern network of the racket, reportedly run by B Hari Prasad from Kadiri, Andhra Pradesh. Working with his associates Ankam Rambabu in Hyderabad and Krishna Kishore in Visakhapatnam, Prasad was allegedly instrumental in arranging dummy faculty and facilitating backdoor regulatory approvals for bribes.
Why are Andhra Pradesh and Telangana fighting over Banakacherla project?
Seeking to utilise surplus water flowing into the Bay of Bengal, Andhra Pradesh wishes to link Godavari and Krishna rivers via Banakacherla project and alleviate Rayalseemas drought woes.
Mallikarjun Kharge unveils statue of former Andhra Pradesh CM Rosaiah
Mallikarjun Kharge unveils statue of former Andhra Pradesh CM Rosaiah Hyderabad: AICC president Mallikarjun Kharge unveiled a statue of former Andhra Pradesh Chief Minister Konijeti Rosaiah in Hyderabad on Friday. The statue, installed at Lakdi Ka Pul in the heart of the city, was unveiled on Rosaiahs birth anniversary. Chief Minister A. Revanth Reddy, [] The post Mallikarjun Kharge unveils statue of former Andhra Pradesh CM Rosaiah appeared first on Mangalorean.com .
'Leaf From PM's Playbook': Andhra Pradesh's Nara Lokesh On 99p Land For IT Majors
Andhra Pradesh Minister Nara Lokesh told NDTV he was 'inspired' by PM Modi when he got software giants Cognizant and Tata Consultancy Service to invest in the state, by offering to lease land at Re 1 and 99 paise.
Hyderabad: Kharge unveils statue of former AP CM K Rosaiah
Hyderabad: Congress national president Mallikarjun Kharge on Friday, July 4, unveiled a statue of former Andhra Pradesh chief minister K Rosaiah at Lakdikapull X roads. The occasion marked the birth anniversary of Rosaiah who served as the CM of the joint Andhra Pradesh from state 2009-2010. On July 1, the Telangana government issued a notification 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 .
Tamil Nadu | 25 Years Later: Bomb Blast Accused Nabbed in South India | TN ATS & Andhra Police
| In a major breakthrough, two men wanted in multiple bomb blast cases across South India have been arrested after 25 years of evading law enforcement. The duo was tracked and nabbed in Rayachoti, Andhra Pradesh, in a joint operation by the Tamil Nadu Anti-Terrorism Squad (ATS) and Andhra Police.The accused were involved in long-pending terror-related cases that rocked parts of Tamil Nadu and neighboring states in the late 1990s. Their capture is being hailed as a critical win for anti-terrorism agencies and a reminder that justice may be delayed, but never denied. News18 Mobile App - https://onelink.to/desc-youtube
On The Run For 26 Years, 2 Accused In South India Blasts Arrested; Had Falsified Identities
Two blast accused who had been absconding for over 2 decades were arrested in Andhra Pradesh They had been living with false identities for 26 years in a small town.
Andhra Pradeshs coral presence along Visakhapatnam coast recognized in scientific journal
Scientific journal documents Visakhapatnams coral reefs in a research study done by Zoological Survey of India
Had rescue operation been a little earlier, Bindu would have survived, says husband
KOTTAYAM: Everything was proceeding as usual at Mappathkunnel house at Thalayolaparambu until Thursday afternoon. All of a sudden, the mood went for a toss as 75-year-old Seethalakshmi first learned about the abrupt demise of her beloved daughter Bindu. Initially met with disbelief, the revelation soon gave way to an anguished wail that echoed through the home. Seethalakshami was inconsolable upon learning that Bindu had died when a portion of the building at the Government Medical College Hospital collapsed on Thursday. Her heart-wrenching cries Ente mole. Ente muthe... pierced the air, leaving all present there in profound sorrow. Although the neighbours were aware of Bindus tragic fate, they hesitated to break the news to the elderly mother. Eventually, relatives took it upon themselves to inform Seethalakshmi. Upon hearing her screams, family members and neighbours rushed to her side, desperately trying to offer comfort in the face of such overwhelming grief. Bindu lived with her husband, Visruthan, her mother Seethalakshmi, and her two children, Navami, 20, and Navaneeth, 22, in a small, unfinished house built on five cents of land inherited from the family. The family relied on Bindus modest income from her job at a local textile shop and Visruthans work as a mason to make ends meet. Despite their financial struggles, Bindu and Visruthan were dedicated to their childrens education. Navami is in her final year at a private nursing college in Andhra Pradesh, while Navaneeth had recently completed his engineering studies and is working at a private firm. Bindu and Visruthan had come to the hospital on Tuesday for their daughters surgery, and the tragic accident occurred when Bindu went to the bathroom on the third floor of the Surgical Block. A situation like this should not arise for any others. Had the rescue operations been a little earlier, she would have survived, said Visruthan in a shivering voice.
HC Directs DoPT To Reallocate Siva Shankar To AP
Telangana High Court on Thursday upheld the orders of the Central Administrative Tribunal (CAT), Hyderabad, directing the Union Department of Personnel and Training (DoPT) to reassign IAS officer Lotheti Siva Shankars cadre to Andhra Pradesh.
SC collegium recommends 26 names for appointment as judges in various State HCs
NEW DELHI: In a major development, the Supreme Court Collegium has recommended the appointment of ten judicial officers for appointment as judges of the Punjab and Haryana High Court. The judicial officers recommended by the SC Collegium are: Virinder Aggarwal, Mandeep Pannu, Parmod Goyal, Shalini Singh Nagpal, Amarinder Singh Grewal, Subhas Mehla, Surya Partap Singh, Rupinderjit Chahal, Aradhana Sawhney and Yashvir Singh Rathor. Similarly, the SCCollegium has also recommended the appointment of three judicial officers as judges of the Delhi High Court. They areShail Jain, Madhu Jain and Vinod Kumar. All these decisions of the SC Collegium were taken in the meetings held on July 1 and July 2. The SC Collegium, headed by Chief Justice of India (CJI) BR Gavai and also consisting of Justices Surya Kant and Vikram Nath, recommended the appointment of these judges' names to the respective state High Courts. Similarly, the SC Collegium recommendedadvocate Tuhin Kumar Gedela as a judge of the Andhra Pradesh High Court. The SC Collegium has also recommended the appointment of advocate Anuroop Singhi and judicial officer Sangeeta Sharma as judges of the Rajasthan High Court. It also recommended the names of 5 judicial officers and 5 lawyers for elevation as judges of the Madhya Pradesh High Court. The lawyers who were recommended to be appointed as judges are Pushpendra Yadav, Anand Singh Bahrawat, Ajay Kumar Nirankari, Jai Kumar Pillai and Himanshu Joshi. Similarly, thefive judicial officers who have been recommended for elevation are Rajesh Kumar Gupta, Alok Awasthi, Ratnesh Chandra Singh Bisen, Bhagwati Prasad Sharma and Pradeep Mittal. The SC Collegium's recommendations seem to be huge in number in the recent times keeping in view the vacancy of judges in state High Courts. Now the Centre -- after receiving these names -- will deliberate upon these names for their consideration to the appointment of respective judges in State HCs.
Telangana CM assures investors of unwavering support
Hyderabad: Reaffirming policy continuity since the mid-1990s across successive governments in undivided Andhra Pradesh and now Telangana, Chief Minister A Revanth Reddy on Thursday assured investors of unwavering support from the state government. He was speaking at the inaugural ceremony of Malabar Gems and Jewellery Manufacturing Unit at IP General Park in Maheshwaram on Thursday, 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 .
The proposed Godavari-Banakacherla project will not harm the interests of any State, he reiterates
SKM announces nationwide stir on July 9 over anti-farmer policies
Hyderabad: Samkukta Kisan Morcha (SKM), along with 540 farmers organisations announced a nationwide protest on July 9 against the Centres anti-farmer and anti-working class policies. The announcement was made by former agriculture minister in the undivided Andhra Pradesh and national council member of SKM Vadde Sobhanadreeswara Rao at Basheerbagh Press Club on Thursday, July 3. 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 .
Working to empower women, says Andhra Pradesh womens commission chairperson Shailaja
The commission is committed to preventing various crimes against women and children, she asserts
Chief Minister Chandrababu Naidu opens Andhra Pradeshs first Digital Nerve Centre in Kuppam
Set up in collaboration with the Gates Foundation, the facility will offer timely diagnosis, appointments with medical specialists, personal counselling, and other health services
Man Reunites With His Long-Lost Family In Andhra Pradeshs Kurnool After 3 Decades
Veeresh Janardhan reunited with his family in Adoni, Andhra Pradesh, after 31 years. Separated at age four, he ended up in a Tamil Nadu orphanage.
Shops gutted in fire near Govindraja temple in Tirupati
Tirupati: A huge fire broke out in a shop near Sri Govindaraja Swamy temple in Tirupati, Andhra Pradesh, early Thursday. There were no casualties. The fire started from a shop dealing in iron scrap and spread to adjoining shops. Fire services personnel rushed to the spot and controlled the fire. Three fire engines were deployed 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 .
In a statement, the members said that extended discussions with the government officials concluded on a positive note and our concerns have been taken to the notice of HRD Minister, along with a clear assurance for resolution
Andhra Minister Kondapalli Srinivas seeks bankers cooperation for entrepreneurs
Kondapalli Srinivas said State Bank of India had been playing a vital role in the economic development of Andhra Pradesh
Andhra Pradesh: Massive fire near Govindaraja Swamy Temple In Tirupati, fire engines deployed, watch
A massive fire breaks out near Govindaraju Swamy temple in Tirupati, Andhra Pradesh. The fire was caused by a short circuit in a nearby brass shop, on Wednesday midnight.
Telangana CID nab Andhra man over organ trafficking racket
Hyderabad: Telangana Crime Investigation Department (CID) has arrested a man from Andhra Pradesh involved in organ trafficking racket. The accused was identified as Kondagorri Murali Krishna, a resident of Vizianagaram in Andhra Pradesh, along with other accused, was luring innocent people from Tamil Nadu on the pretext of employment. Also ReadHyderabad teen kills father after 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 president after PMs return from Brics
NEW DELHI: With organisational elections now completed in over a dozen states, there is a strong possibility that the BJP will announce the name of a consensus candidate as its next national president shortly after Prime Minister Narendra Modi returns from his foreign tour on July 9 or 10. The process of organisational elections is over in most states. New state presidents were recently elected in Himachal Pradesh, Madhya Pradesh, Uttarakhand, Maharashtra, Andhra Pradesh, and other states. In key states such as Bihar, Sikkim, Goa, and Assam, new chiefs are already in place. The process will shortly conclude in the remaining states, including Uttar Pradesh. Amid this process, the BJP has reportedly shortlisted five candidates, and the final selection is expected to take place between July 10 and 19, before the Monsoon session of parliament on July 21. Among the shortlisted candidates are Union ministers Bhupendra Yadav, Dharmendra Pradhan, Prahlad Joshi, Nirmala Sitharaman, Vanathi Srinivasan, and BD Sharma. Bhupendra Yadav, considered one of the partys finest electoral managers for regional elections, is said to be the frontrunner. Yadav, who belongs to the OBC category, has played a key role in formulating electoral strategies for several state elections, including those in Maharashtra (2024), Uttar Pradesh (2017), and Bihar (2020). If Yadav emerges as the consensus candidate, it will send a strong message ahead of the Bihar assembly election, where the Yadav community plays a crucial role in determining the outcome in over 70-90 constituencies, commented a BJP leader from Bihar. Pradhan is viewed as the second strongest contender, owing to his strong connections with both the RSS and the partys organisational machinery. Prahlad Joshi, hailing from South India, where the BJP is focusing its Mission South plan, is also seen as a possible consensus candidate. He is known for his electoral strategies and managing party affairs, particularly in South India. The name of a woman leader, who also serves as the national president of the BJP Mahila Morcha, is also circulating as a potential candidate. Other prominent names include Arun Singh and Tarun Chugh (both national general secretaries), and Dr Sudha Yadav, who is reportedly trusted by both Prime Minister Narendra Modi and the RSS. Final selection likely before Monsoon session Amid this process, the BJP has reportedly shortlisted five candidates, and the final selection is expected to take place between July 10 and 19, before the Monsoon session of parliament on July 21. New state presidents were recently elected in Himachal Pradesh, Madhya Pradesh, Uttarakhand, Maharashtra, Andhra Pradesh, and other states.
Heavy Rain Forecast For Next Five Days Across AP And Yanam
The India Meteorological Department has issued weather warnings for the coming five days, forecasting heavy rain at isolated places over North Coastal Andhra Pradesh (NCAP) and Yanam Report
Two arrested in Rayachoti of Andhra Pradesh for suspected terror links
Tamil Nadu ATS officials nab the suspects for their alleged involvement in terror cases reported from Tamil Nadu and Karnataka; the duo, reportedly brothers, had been living under aliases in Rayachoti for the past three decades
Who is Siddharth Kaushal? Senior IPS officer quits after 13-year service due to...
Siddharth Kaushal, a senior officer in the Indian Police Service, has announced that he is taking voluntary retirement, ending a career of over 13 years in law enforcement across Andhra Pradesh. Read on to know more about him.
'Foul Play' Twist In Case Of Man Allegedly Run Over By Jagan Reddy's Car
The wife of the man who died last month - after he was run over by a car in ex-Andhra Pradesh Chief Minister Jagan Mohan Reddy's convoy - has spoken of 'foul play'.
Brahmotsavam at Rare, Sacred Shrine of Draupathi, Dharmaraja and Sri Krishna
Draupadi temples are rare in Andhra Pradesh and are mostly confined to Tamil Nadu.
Madhav Urges Probe Into Terrorist Links In Andhra Pradesh
AP BJP president P.V.N. Madhav has called for a thorough investigation into potential terrorist links in Andhra Pradesh, citing recent incidents and urging police to step up vigilance
Andhra Pradesh Set To Become Logistics Hub With New Air Routes: Minister
The Minister said that compared to previous years, Andhra Pradesh has recorded around a 15 per cent increase in flight capacity this year, with additional services at Visakhapatnam, Rajahmundry, Vijayawada, Tirupati, Kurnool, and Kadapa airports.
AP CM Naidus coverts getting Telangana contracts: Congress MLA
Hyderabad: In a statement that is likely to hurt the ruling Congress, party MLA J Anirudh Reddy said that Andhra Pradesh chief minister N Chandrababu Naidus coverts were ruling the roost in Hyderabad, whether it was in securing irrigation projects, or road contracts. The Jadcherla Congress made these comments during an official programme held in 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 .
Tourism caravans to hit Andhra Pradesh roads soon
First two vehicles will start operating around Suryalanka Beach in Bapatla district and Gandikota in Kadapa district by August, say Tourism officials
Pension cancelled to one lakh persons with disabilities in Andhra Pradesh, alleges YSRCP
The NDA government in the State is harassing the disabled persons under the pretext of re-verification drive, the YSRCP alleges, and warns of agitation if justice is denied to such individuals
Jagan meets family of YSRCP worker crushed under his convoy
Yuvajana Sramika Rythu Congress Party (YSRCP) chief and former Andhra Pradesh chief minister Jagan Mohan Reddy, on Wednesday, July 2, met the family of Cheeli Singaiah, who was crushed under his convoy. Cheeli Singaiah, 65, got caught under the wheels of Jagans vehicle during a rally on the National Highway at Etukuru village in Guntur 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 .
BRAOU debars 109 students for mass copying in Telangana, AP
Hyderabad: Dr. B. R. Ambedkar Open University (BRAOU) has debarred 109 students so far for involvement in mass copying during the fourth semester degree examinations being held across Andhra Pradesh and Telangana. In a press statement, University Registrar Dr. L. Vijaya Krishna Reddy said around 36,000 students are appearing for the ongoing exams. The university 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 .
APPSC Group 2 hall ticket 2025 out at psc.ap.gov.in; check direct link to download here
APPSC has released the Group 2 hall ticket 2025 for the computer proficiency test scheduled on July 5, 2025. Candidates can download it from psc.ap.gov.in. The test is a qualifying stage before certificate verification. It will be held across six centres in Andhra Pradesh. Admit card details and instructions must be reviewed carefully before exam day.
Andhra Home Minister Finds Cockroach In Meal During Inspection At Hostel, Suspends Warden | Video
Andhra Pradesh Home Minister Vangalapudi Anitha found a cockroach in her food during a surprise hostel visit in Visakhapatnam, prompting the suspension of the warden.
Chennai earns NGTs ire over menace of multi-layered plastic
CHENNAI: The southern bench of the National Green Tribunal (NGT) has pulled up metropolitan local bodies in Chennai, Bengaluru, Hyderabad, Kochi, and Andhra Pradesh government for failing to execute its order to phase out non-recyclable multi-layered plastic (MLP) waste, despite a clear directive issued nearly two years ago. In a stern warning issued last week, a bench of Justice Pushpa Satyanarayana and expert member K Satyagopal said that if action taken reports are not submitted by the next hearing on August 14, each party would have to pay Rs 20,000 to file their reports. If the state has not moved an inch in complying with the order, heavy penalties will follow, the tribunal said. The warning came in response to an execution application filed by environmental activist Antony Clement Rubin, seeking enforcement of the tribunals August 2023 order. The NGT had instructed civic bodies to adopt the Puducherry model for waste segregation and set up MLP recycling facilities, either independently or through public-private partnerships. It had also directed the union environment ministry to promote recycling technologies, including solvent-based methods for extracting aluminium from packaging foils. Local bodies were told to file compliance reports within three months. However, none of the respondents have complied with the order. The tribunal was particularly critical of Chennai corporation for failing to even inspect the Puducherry facility next door. Petitioners counsel Ritwik Dutta told TNIE that the continued use of non-recyclable MLP violates Rule 9(3) of the Plastic Waste Management (Amendment) Rules, 2018. MLP packaging, including aseptic cartons and laminated snack wrappers, consists of six layers - four of plastic, one paper, and one aluminium - making them commercially non-recyclable.
Most parts in A.P. likely to receive normal rainfall in July, says IMD
Thunderstorms, accompanied by lightning, are likely to occur in isolated places across Andhra Pradesh until July 7, suggests weather forecast
Andhra Pradesh HC Asks Police Not to Act Against Jagan in Singaiah Case
Directing police to file a counter with further details on the matter, the High Court adjourned the case for next hearing after two weeks
Rosaiahs Birthday Made State Function
Rosaiah was the Chief Minister of erstwhile Andhra Pradesh (2009-10). He also served as the Governor of Tamil Nadu (2011-16) and Karnataka (2014)
Nimmagaddas Repeated Breach Under HC Lens
The Rakia lost hundreds of crores of rupees, which it invested in the Vadarevu Nizampatnam Port and Industrial Corridor in the erstwhile combined Andhra Pradesh at the behest of Prasad
Chandrababu Naidu's proposal to use Godavari floodwaters for Andhra Pradesh returned by green panel
The Polavaram Banakacherla Link Project, an initiative of Andhra Pradesh, encounters hurdles. Telangana strongly opposes the project. The Union environment ministry has returned the proposal. Concerns arise about potential violations of the Godavari Water Disputes Tribunal Award. The ministry advises Andhra Pradesh to consult the Central Water Commission.
Harish Says Revanth Insincere on Banakacharla Issue
The Chief Minister, despite his public claims that make him sound as if he is opposed to APs project, is actually helping Andhra Pradesh push forward the illegal Banakacherla project, Harish Rao said in a statement
Andhra logs 'highest-ever' GST collection in first quarter of FY26 at Rs 8,860 cr, says govt
Andhra Pradesh witnessed a significant surge in tax revenue, achieving a record Rs 8,860 crore in net GST collection during Q1 of the current financial year, marking a 3.40 percent growth. The state recorded highest-ever net GST collections for April, May and June 2025. This surge is attributed to strong compliance, enforcement, and increased commercial activity across various sectors.
Unemployment allowance to be implemented soon: AP CM
Amaravati: Reiterating that his government is committed to implementing Super Six promises, Andhra Pradesh Chief Minister N. Chandrababu Naidu on Tuesday announced that the government will soon roll out unemployment allowance. He made the announcement while participating in the monthly pension distribution programme Service to the poor, at Malakapalli in East Godavari district. The Telugu 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 .
Expert urges Andhra Pradesh government to shelve Godavari-Banakacherla project
Calling it irrational and environmentally destructive, Bayyapu Reddy cautions that the project may take over 50 years to complete, with costs potentially rising to 8 lakh crore
Expect Heavy Rain Over Next 6-7 Days Across India, Warns IMD
Coastal Andhra Pradesh, Telangana, Kerala and Karnataka may receive heavy rain on some days of the week, it said.
Stating that the values of credibility, resilience, and commitment are the YSR Congress Partys USP, he says this is the time for youth to emerge as future leaders
Approval for Adani Groups Pumped Storage Project expansion in Andhra Pradesh draws flak
The approval violates the PESA Act and Forest Rights Act by bypassing consent from tribal gram sabhas, says former bureaucrat E.A.S. Sarma in a letter to the Chief Secretary
Pope Leo XIV confers Pallium on Archbishop Udumala Bala of Visakhapatnam at St. Peters Basilica
Andhra Pradesh Deputy Chief Minister Pawan Kalyan extends financial aid to Telugu actor Vasuki
Popularly known by her screen name Pakeeja, she says that this act of kindness will stay with her forever
IMD issues 'very heavy rainfall' alert across India for coming 6-7 days
NEW DELHI: The India Meteorological Department (IMD) on Tuesday said very heavy rainfall is expected in Himachal Pradesh, Uttarakhand, Uttar Pradesh, Punjab, Haryana and Rajasthan over some of the next six to seven days. It said the monsoon will remain active in many parts of northwest, central and east India during this period. Heavy rain is also likely in Madhya Pradesh, Vidarbha, Chhattisgarh, Bihar, West Bengal, Sikkim and Jharkhand. Some days may see heavy showers in Madhya Pradesh, Jharkhand and Odisha. The IMD said heavy to very heavy rain may occur at some places in Konkan and Goa, Madhya Maharashtra and Gujarat. Saurashtra and Kutch may also receive heavy rain in the next seven days. Northeast India is likely to get heavy to very heavy rain at isolated places during this period. Coastal Andhra Pradesh, Telangana, Kerala and Karnataka may receive heavy rain on some days of the week, it said. The weather department on Monday predicted above-normal rainfall in the country in July and asked authorities and people in central India, Uttarakhand and Haryana to stay alert due to the risk of flooding. It said rainfall is likely to be below normal in large parts of the northeast, many areas of eastern India and extreme southern peninsular India. IMD Director General Mrutyunjay Mohapatra said during an online press briefing that there is a high chance of heavy rainfall in central India and the adjoining southern peninsula. This includes east Madhya Pradesh, Chhattisgarh, Odisha, adjoining areas of Vidarbha and Telangana and parts of Gujarat and Maharashtra. We should monitor the catchment areas of rivers such as the Godavari, Mahanadi and Krishna. Our models show a high probability of above-normal rainfall in the upper Mahanadi catchment, which includes Chhattisgarh and Madhya Pradesh. There are several other rivers in the region. We must closely watch rainfall activity and the water levels in reservoirs, he said. He added that good rainfall is also expected in Uttarakhand and Haryana. This region includes several cities and towns, including Delhi. Many south-flowing rivers originate in Uttarakhand. We must take precautions for all these river catchments, cities and towns, Mohapatra said.
Panel under Central ministry returns Andhra's Rs 82k cr Banakacherla project proposal
The Union Ministry of Environment's committee rejected Andhra Pradesh's Polavaram-Banakacherla project. Objections arose regarding Godavari Water Disputes Tribunal Award violations. The Central Water Commission will examine inter-state issues. Telangana opposes the project, citing state interests.
CONCOR enters bulk cement transport business with specialised containers
Container Corporation of India (CONCOR) has expanded its services into the loose bulk cargo sector, introducing specialized tank containers for transporting bulk cement. The initial movement of these containers has begun from Andhra Pradesh to Bangalore, aiming to provide the cement industry with an efficient, safe, and environmentally friendly transportation solution via rail, reducing reliance on traditional bagged transport.
e-KYC Mandatory For Ration Cards, Deadline Set To Complete Process
The Andhra Pradesh government has made e-KYC mandatory for ration card holders, with a deadline set for July 15
Andhra Pradesh launches Digi-Lakshmi scheme to empower urban poor women
More than 9,000 Common Service Centres will set up across all Urban Local Bodies as part of the scheme, offering around 250 public services
Ravada Chandrasekhar, a 1991 batch IPS officer with IB, UN exposure
THIRUVANANTHAPURAM: Ravada A Chandrasekhar , a Kerala cadre IPS officer of the 1991 batch who was named the state police chief on Monday, had been on central deputation serving as special director in the Intelligence Bureau (IB). A native of Godavari region of Andhra Pradesh, he holds a postgraduate degree in science, and began service in the force as an ASP at Thalassery in Kannur. Over the years, he has served as SP in Pathanamthitta, Malappuram, Ernakulam Rural, Railways, Vigilance Ernakulam Range, Crime Branch Thiruvananthapuram and Palakkad, as AIG-1 at the police headquarters and as commandant of KAP second and third Battalions. He has also been part of the United Nations Mission in Bosnia. This apart, he has served as the Kochi city police commissioner. As a DIG rank officer, he served in the UN Mission in Sudan and has held posts in Thrissur and Ernakulam Ranges. He was also the Thiruvananthapuram city police commissioner while holding the DIG rank. While serving as an IG in the State Crime Records Bureau, he was deputed to the IB as deputy director, and worked at IB offices in Bhubaneswar, Hyderabad and Vijayawada. During central deputation, he was promoted as ADGP and served as additional director of IB in Vijayawada and Mumbai. He was conferred with the Presidents Police Medal for Distinguished Service in 2015 and the Indian Police Medal for Meritorious Service in 2009.
Naidu government gets Rs 2,500 crore bill as Andhra Pradesh HC scraps Jagan-era power duty
The Andhra Pradesh High Court nullified a government order that increased electricity duty for industrial and commercial establishments, potentially costing the state government 2,500 crore. The court's decision mandates a refund of 94 paise per unit collected in excess since the 2022 levy increase. The government is considering appealing the decision or adjusting future bills, while industries celebrate the ruling.
Experts committee refuses to accord permission for APs Banakacherla project
Hyderabad: The Central Empowered Committee (CEC), which works under the Union ministry of environment, forests and climate change, has refused to accord permission for the construction of the Polaravam-Banakacherla Link Project (PBLP) being proposed by the Andhra Pradesh government. The committee has made it clear that the project was in violation of the provisions of 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 .
Mixed Environmental Health Indicators Found in Andhra Pradesh Coastal Waters
Water temperatures were stable across the different zones, with an average of approximately 29.5C, and salinity levels stayed within the typical ranges found in coastal waters.
BJP gets new state chiefs, moves closer to elect national president
Bharatiya Janata Party is progressing to select a new national president. The party elected state chiefs and will announce more soon. This fulfills the requirement to replace J P Nadda. Elections were held in Puducherry and Mizoram. Single nominations occurred in Maharashtra, Uttarakhand, Telangana, and Andhra Pradesh. Ravindra Chavan is likely to be Maharashtra president.
YS Sharmila urges people to join Congress and help rejuvenate the party in A.P.
If the Congress had sufficient resources, it could rise as a major political force in the Andhra Pradesh, APCC president said
Children of workers who completed their studies in Russia, China and other countries are facing difficulties in clearing one more qualifying exam for taking up jobs in India, BMS national organising secretary pointed out
Three devotees killed in tempo-truck collision in Andhra
Three devotees killed in tempo-truck collision in Andhra Amaravati: Three devotees were killed and 11 others injured in a collision between a tempo and a truck in Andhra Pradeshs Annamayya district on Monday. The accident occurred on the national highway near Dommana Bavi in Kurabalakota Mandal. According to police, a truck rammed into a tempo [] The post Three devotees killed in tempo-truck collision in Andhra appeared first on Mangalorean.com .
Tripura Governor meets Andhra Pradesh Governor Abdul Nazeer at Raj Bhavan in Vijayawada
Governor Abdul Nazeer felicitated the Tripura Governor with a shawl and presented a memento
Andhra Pradesh CM Chandrababu Naidu on two-day visit to Kuppam
District Collector Sumit Kumar said the CM Naidu will arrive at the helipad at Tummisi village in Shanthipuram mandal at 5.20 p.m. on July 1 and proceed to his residence at Kadapalli village
Andhra Pradesh: 3 dead, 11 injured in lorry-mini truck collision
Kurabalakota: Three persons were killed and 11 others sustained injuries when a lorry and a mini truck collided here in Annamayya district in the early hours of Monday, a police official said. The victims, part of a group of 14, were returning from Tirumala to Bagepalli in Karnataka in a mini truck when a lorry 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 .
VIDEO: Devotee claims cockroach found in Srisailam laddoo prasadam, Andhra Pradesh temple denies
A devotee has claimed that he found a cockroach inside the laddoo prasadam of the Andhra Pradesh's famous Srisailam Devasthanam temple. The man, identified as Saraschandra K, has shared a video showing the dead insect in the laddoo and filed a ...
A devotee at the Srisailam Devasthanam temple in Andhra Pradesh allegedly found a cockroach in a laddoo prasad, raising concerns about hygiene. While the devotee shared the incident online, temple authorities refuted the claim, asserting strict cleanliness during preparation. Despite the denial, a review of distribution and preparation areas has been initiated as a precaution.