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Telanganas loss is Andhras gain as pharma companies expand in Kurnool
Sigachi Industries and Virupaksha Organics are relocating expansion projects to Andhra Pradesh. They will establish new manufacturing units in Kurnool district's Orvakal Industrial Park. This move follows Telangana's decision to abandon its Pharma City plan.
Nara Lokesh Intensifies U.S. Tour, Seeks Tech Investments for Andhra Pradesh
From quantum research to GCCs, the IT Minister meets global industry leaders to push innovation and infrastructure development in Amaravati.
The Office of the Conductors of Government Examinations, Andhra Pradesh, has released the NMMS 2025 Main Key. Out of 80,755 registered students, 77,739 appeared across 382 centres. Grievances regarding the Main Key can be submitted online until December 15, 2025. The NMMS results will be declared soon on bse.ap.gov.in. Students are advised to download the Main Key, check for discrepancies, and submit grievances if necessary. Director Dr. K. V. Srinivasulu Reddy confirmed the smooth conduct of the examination.
Schools across India are closed on December 9, 2025, due to weather disruptions, elections, and strikes. Jammu & Kashmir faces a cold wave, Kerala holds local elections, cyclone rains affect Tamil Nadu and Andhra Pradesh, and Maharashtra sees closures due to a teachers' strike.
YSRC Rejects Claims on Growth in Andhra Pradesh
Botsa said that sectors like agriculture, education etc failed to register growth. Farmers and students are facing hardships due to the wrong policies of the government. Ministers are not able to speak with accountability and responsibility.
IndiGo crisis: Aviation min answerable to Parliament, PM, says Andhra CM amid criticism
Andhra Pradesh CM N Chandrababu Naidu stated that Civil Aviation Minister K Ram Mohan Naidu is accountable to Parliament and the Prime Minister regarding the IndiGo crisis. Naidu emphasized that he does not supervise central ministers' performance, leaving it to PM Narendra Modi. He expressed confidence in Ram Mohan Naidu being guided by the Centre to resolve the issue.
Andhra outperforms national average in economic growth: CM Naidu
Amaravati: Andhra Pradesh Chief Minister N Chandrababu Naidu on Monday said the state is exhibiting a strong upward trend in overall economic growth, outperforming the national average in the second quarter and the first half of FY26 at a growth rate of 11.2 per cent and 10.9 per cent respectively. Logging a GSDP of over 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 posts 11.28% growth in Q2, Naidu says State is on revival mode
Chief Minister says reforms and faster decision-making driving turnaround; blames previous regime for 7 lakh crore GSDP loss and heavy debt burden
Which is the only place in India where a Jyotirlinga and a Shakti Peeth exist together
Srisailam, nestled in Andhra Pradesh's Nallamala Forest, is a unique spiritual hub where the Mallikarjuna Jyotirlinga and the Bhramaramba Shakti Peeth stand together. This rare confluence of Shiva and Shakti offers devotees a powerful experience, believed to absolve past karmas and provide protection. Beyond its divine significance, Srisailam captivates with its natural beauty and ancient caves.
Telangana HC stays CAT order allocating IAS officer Amrapali to Telangana
Hyderabad: In a setback to IAS officer Amrapali, the Telangana High Court issued interim orders suspending the Central Administrative Tribunals (CAT) directions that had allocated the officer to Telangana state. In October last year, the Department of Personnel and Training (DoPT) issued orders allotting Amrapali to Andhra Pradesh. Challenging the DoPT orders, she approached CAT, 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 .
Pawan Kalyan Says Bhagavad Gita, Constitution Are Same, Congress Responds
Andhra Pradesh Deputy Chief Minister Pawan Kalyan said that Dharma and the Constitution are the same and described the Bhagavad Gita as the original handwritten Constitution.
School holiday alert for parents: Check state-wise details on December 914 closures across India
School holiday alert: Schools in India will close from December 9 to 14. Jammu and Kashmir faces a cold wave. Kerala schools shut for local elections. Tamil Nadu, Puducherry, and Andhra Pradesh see rain disruptions. Maharashtra faces a statewide teachers' strike. Parents should monitor local advisories for student safety and study arrangements.
Scrub Typhus Virus: Andhra Pradesh is on high alert after eight people have died from Scrub Typhus virus. Symptoms of scrub typhus usually begin within 10 days after infection and its symptoms include fever, rashes, chill and headache. If not treated appropriately, scrub typhus can be fatal and may lead to organ damage and severe bleeding, says CDC.
Andhra Pradesh faces a worsening scrub typhus crisis with eight deaths and 1,537 cases. Recent fatalities in Krishna, Prakasam, and Bapatla districts highlight the infection's spread. While Chittoor has the most cases, Palnadu shows a concerning death rate, prompting intensified surveillance and medicine stocking by health officials.
Paddy farmers in Andhra Pradesh struggle with high moisture levels after cyclones - Times of India
Paddy farmers in Andhra Pradesh struggle with high moisture levels after cyclones Times of India
Rajasthan dominates 2nd Federation Cup Lacrosse Cship
Excelsior Sports Correspondent KATRA, Dec 7: The 2nd Federation Cup Lacrosse Championship 2025 concluded at Shri Mata Vaishno Devi Sports Complex, Katra, after three days of spirited competition and exemplary sportsmanship. The championship, organised by J&K Lacrosse Association under the aegis of the Lacrosse Association of India, witnessed participation from 15 States including Gujarat, Assam, Tamil Nadu, Chhattisgarh, Haryana, Uttar Pradesh, Bihar, Maharashtra, Telangana, Rajasthan, Andhra Pradesh, Odisha, Punjab, Delhi, and J&K. Around 280 male and female players showcased talent, [] The post Rajasthan dominates 2nd Federation Cup Lacrosse Cship appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
Krishnaveni Sangeetha Neerajanam Highlights APs Rich Heritage: Governor
He said Kuchipudi stands as a globally recognised traditional classical dance form gifted by Andhra Pradesh to the world
ED to Use Technology to Speed up Resolution of Cases
Hyderabad-ED officials explained recent breakthroughs in Telangana and Andhra Pradesh, and the progress of cases related to money laundering and other offences
Andhra Pradesh Indias Brand Ambassador of Speed: Lokesh in Dallas
Lokesh asserted that all these will fulfil the NDA governments primary mission of generating two million jobs in five years
Andhra Pradesh To Get 6 GW Solar Ingot-Wafer Manufacturing Unit
Andhra Pradesh is set to establish an integrated 6 GW solar ingot and wafer production facility in Anakapalli district.
FRK rice supply rules spark fresh tussle between Punjab millers and FCI
CHANDIGARH: The new instructions regarding the production and supply of Fortified Rice Kernel (FRK) rice by the Union Government has led to fresh tussle between rice shellers of Punjab and the Food Corporation of India (FCI). After the union government had stated this year, out of the 104 lakh tonnes of rice to be generated from the 156 lakh tonnes of procured paddy from Punjab, at least 25 lakh tonnes will be taken as upgraded rice, which has just 10 per cent broken grains. The remaining 80 lakh tonne will be accepted only as FRK-mixed rice for the central pool. With delays in the supply of FRK rice, milling operations have not started, although the units are stacked with procured paddy. The Punjab government has written to the Centre requesting it to accept 25 lakh tonnes of non-FRK CMR, but so far, no action has been initiated. A letter dated November 28, sent to Chairman of Food Corporation of India by Secretary-cum-Director, Food and Civil Supplies, Punjab, reads, `To ensure grain integrity, DFPD from this Kharif has introduced more elaborate testing protocols for pre-testing of Fortified Rice Kernels (FRKs), which is likely to result in comparatively slower pace of supply of FRK by manufacturers to rice millers. In view of slower than expected pace of FRK supply during KMS 2025-26, it is likely that slow supply of FRK may impact rice delivery of Fortified Rice (FR) to FCI during KMS 2025-26. During KMS 2024-25 also, the state was constrained to seek extension in delivery period of milling and delivery of rice during previous Kharif till September 15, 2025 well beyond the March 31, 2025 deadline. Accordingly, to avoid being constrained to seek extension in milling period of delivery of rice during KMS 2025-26, it is requested that Punjab be allocated a quota of Non-Fortified Rice of minimum of 25 Lakh Metric Tonnes, on lines of a similar quota being allocated by FCI to Uttar Pradesh Region. It is assured that the state is fully geared up to deliver rice at the earliest with Closure Physical Verifications (PVs) of paddy stocks stored during KMS 2025-26 have almost been completed, it added. As per the food safety and standards authority of India (FSSAI) norms, chalky grain above 5 per cent is considered unfit for human consumption that FCI as rejected the rice samples and recently suspended its two technical officers, a field assistant, and a quality manager as freshly milled 10 per cent of the upgraded rice supplied to the FCI has been found to be defective. Also the laboratory of the corporation has rejected the rice sample because the amount of chalky was more than 5 per cent thus panic spread in rice millers. The millers have warned that further delays in milling will lead to deterioration in the quality of rice with each passing day, leading to financial losses. Bharat Bhushan Binta president of Punjab Rice Industry Association said that a virtual meeting held last month between FCIs Executive Director (Quality), senior quality officials, and DFPDs Under Secretary made it blatantly clear that the improved rice supplied by Punjab under last years ilot project did not meet the prescribed standard. Thus they are facing serious challenges in selling this stock under the Open Market Sale Scheme (OMSS), he claimed. Binta said that they were told that the quality of improved rice procured last year from Chhattisgarh, Andhra Pradesh, and Maharashtra is considerably better than the stock received from Punjab. argued that despite these concerns, FCI can easily sell such rice across India under OMSS, as is being done with stocks from other states, he said. This decision has mounted more pressure on millers in the state. The orders give no deadline or timeline for the samples to be cleared, said Ranjit Singh Jossan, Vice President of the Association. He said, Punjab has been grappling with acute storage shortages for three consecutive years. If FCI lifts the estimated 25 lakh metric tonnes (LMT) of improved rice from the state, the space crisis will ease significantly. But if FCI delays or refuses to accept this stock, Punjab may again face a severe storage crunch, potentially delaying delivery of the seasons total commitment of 105 LMT by more than a year. A high-level meeting between state authorities and rice millers associations will be held on Monday, where the issue will be discussed in detail. The Punjab government and the associations are expected to formally raise the matter with the central government to find a resolution. Fortified rice are enriched with micronutrients such as iron, folic acid, B-complex vitamins, vitamin A and zinc.
Medical colleges privatisation: Jagan to submit one crore signatures to Guv
Amaravati: YSRCP chief YS Jagan Mohan Reddy is expected to meet Governor S Abdul Nazeer on December 17 to submit one crore signatures opposing privatisation of newly established government medical colleges in Andhra Pradesh, the party said. Jagan alleged that the NDA coalition government is attempting to hand over newly established government medical colleges to Get the latest updates in Hyderabad City News , Technology , Entertainment , Sports , Politics and Top Stories on WhatsApp & Telegram by subscribing to our channels. You can also download our app for Android and iOS .
Over 32K living co-infected with HIV and TB in 2024, admits Centre
NEW DELHI: Over 32,000 people living with HIV (PLHIV) were co-infected with tuberculosis (TB) in 2024. This dual burden continues to be a significant public health challenge in India, according to the latest government report. The report also said that a total of six states, including Andhra Pradesh and Tamil Nadu, recorded the highest number of people co-infected with HIV and TB in 2024-25. The dual burden of HIV and TB continues to be a major public health challenge in India, as co-infection substantially increases the risk of illness and death if not detected and treated promptly, said the India HIV Estimation 2025 report. Maharashtra (14%), Andhra Pradesh (10%), Karnataka (10%), Uttar Pradesh (10%), Tamil Nadu (7%) and Gujarat (7%) together accounted for 58% of the HIVTB co-infected PLHIV reported in FY 2024-25, forming the bulk of the 11 states that contributed 80% of the national caseload. Several smaller states/UTs such as Arunachal Pradesh, Sikkim, Dadar & Nagar Haveli and Daman and Diu, Puducherry, and Andaman & Nicobar Islands contributed less than 1% of total cases, said the report, which was released by Union Health Minister JP Nadda on December 1, observed as World AIDS Day. The report said that TB, caused by Mycobacterium tuberculosis (MTB), remains one of the most significant opportunistic infections (OIs) among PLHIV in India. From 2021-22 to 2024-25, the proportion of PLHIV screened for TB remained consistently high at 95% or more, reflecting strong adherence to TB screening and effective implementation of testing services. However, TB diagnosis among PLHIV from 2021-22 to 2024-25 showed a gradual decline, from 7.2% in 2021-22 and 2022-23 to 5.8% in 2023-24, and further to 4.9% in 2024-25. This can be attributed to enhanced prevention efforts and treatment coverage leading to a decrease in transmission, said the report. Active TB may affect the lungs (pulmonary TB) or spread beyond the lungs to involve the lymph nodes, pleura, abdomen, central nervous system, bones, joints, or skin (extrapulmonary TB). Recognising the impact of the dual epidemic, the National AIDS Control Organisation (NACO) has implemented several strategic measures to address HIV-TB co-infection across the country effectively. A cornerstone of this effort is the integration of HIV and TB services, aimed at ensuring comprehensive, patient-centred care, the report added. Under this model, all PLHIV attending ART Centres are screened for TB symptoms. At the same time, all TB patients are tested for HIV to enable early diagnosis and timely care.
Telangana HC upholds cancellation of ST certificates issued to Lambadi family from Maha
Hyderabad: The Telangana High Court has upheld the decision to cancel Scheduled Tribe (ST) caste certificates issued to a Lambadi family that migrated from Maharashtra to the then undivided Andhra Pradesh in 1956, stating that the cancellation was legally valid. The case originated from a complaint filed by the district president of the All India 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 .
Low sittings, key legislations: 25 years on, three state Assemblies present a mixed record
NEW DELHI: Twenty-five years after they were carved out of Bihar, Madhya Pradesh and Uttar Pradesh, respectively, the Legislative Assemblies of Jharkhand, Chhattisgarh and Uttarakhand have entered a milestone year with a troubling record: some of the lowest numbers of sitting days in the country. Data compiled since their formation in 2000 shows that Chhattisgarhs Assembly met for an average of just 29 days a year, while Jharkhand averaged only 23 sitting days, among the lowest for any State legislature in India. Uttarakhands records remain incomplete for long stretches, including the years 20002015 and 2025, making long-term assessment difficult. These figures fall far short of the recommended national benchmark of 60 sitting days for State legislatures, raising concerns about legislative scrutiny and democratic engagement. The challenges extend beyond sitting days. In all three State Assemblies, the post of Deputy Speaker remained vacant for prolonged periods, signalling what legislators describe as institutional neglect and a weakening of bipartisan norms. Jharkhand has gone over 20 years without a Deputy Speaker, an absence that many members believe undermines legislative balance and accountability. Despite these structural gaps, some States have taken important legislative steps worth emulating. Chhattisgarh, which has 21% women MLAs, one of the strongest representations in the country enacted notable laws in its early years. A 2002 law that enabled private universities to be created through simple notification resulted in over 100 universities being established, but critics point out that many existed only on paper. The Supreme Court struck it down in 2004, flagging serious quality concerns. A decade later, Chhattisgarh passed its own Food Security Act (2012), which became a reference point and model for the national legislation enacted in 2013. Jharkhand was among the first States to introduce 75% reservation for local candidates in private-sector jobs, a move later mirrored by Andhra Pradesh and Haryana. Courts struck down Haryanas law in 2023, and challenges remain pending in other States. Uttarakhand, meanwhile, passed the Uniform Civil Code (UCC) in 2024, becoming the first State to implement it. Supporters hailed it as a step toward equality, while critics warned that it risked disrupting social equilibrium and overlooking community practices. Legislators across the three States agree that democratic functioning demands consistent sittings, procedural stability and open debate. Many acknowledge that confrontational politics, repeated adjournments and legislative delays have eroded the Assemblys core responsibilities. As the three States complete 25 years, expectations from State legislatures are rising. Citizens increasingly demand more time spent in the House, faster decisions on longstanding issues, stronger oversight and dependable forums where public concerns can be voiced and debated. The next quarter-century, lawmakers say, must be defined not by institutional gaps but by a renewed commitment to democratic performance.
Uptick in admission of girls in MBBS course in Andhra Pradesh
Girls have secured 60.72% of this years admissions in the government and private medical colleges affiliated to Dr. NTR University of Health Sciences, says Health Minister Satya Kumar
It is surprising that the former Chief Minister considers as trivial the laddu ghee adulteration and Parakamani theft cases, says the Minister
Andhra Pradesh urges Centre to sanction National School of Drama
Tourism Minister says the State needs major art and cultural institutions to rebuild its heritage ecosystem
MPs from Andhra Pradesh failed to take up States issues in Parliament, alleges APCC chief Sharmila
About 95% of the promises made during bifurcation in 2014 have not been fulfilled by the Centre, she alleges
Sanju Samson sends a strong message to Gambhir ahead of South Africa T20Is
Sanju Samson's unbeaten 73 anchored Kerala's low score against Andhra Pradesh in the Syed Mushtaq Ali Trophy. This captain's knock, his second fifty this season, highlights his consistent domestic form amidst ongoing questions about his role in India's T20 setup. With competition for wicketkeeping spots, Samson's future in the playing XI remains uncertain.
TN: 5 including 4 Ayyappa devotees from AP killed in road accident
Ramanathapuram: Five people, including four Ayyappa devotees from Andhra Pradesh, were killed when a speeding car rammed into a parked vehicle near Keelakarai in the district on Saturday, police said. The vehicle was parked on the ECR near Keelakarai when it was hit by a speeding car today. Seven people sustained injuries in the incident, 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 .
Two Telugu Students Killed in Major Apartment Fire in USA
Ten students from Andhra Pradesh and Telangana were living in the complex; heavy smoke trapped several inside before firefighters intervened.
Due to Cyclonic Storm Ditwah and a teachers' strike in Maharashtra, many schools in Tamil Nadu, Puducherry, Andhra Pradesh, and Maharashtra are closed today, December 6, 2025. Parents and students should confirm with local school authorities for updates on closures.
Coconut Growers in Andhra Pradesh Seek 20,000 MSP As Prices Crash
Traders were blaming increased exports from Tamil Nadu and Kerala for the price fall in Andhra Pradesh, he said.
How Vizag womans death brought to light biggest organ-trafficking network in Andhra Pradesh
The 29-year-old woman left home saying she was going on a trip with friends, but it turned out to be her tragic end. The death of the woman from a below poverty line family exposed how vulnerable individuals and families fall prey to illegal organ sale networks. K. Umashanker and Harish Gilai delve deep into the racket allegedly operating from Global Multi-Specialty Hospital in Madanapalle
Mild Earthquake Felt In Andhra Pradesh's Podili, No Damage Reported
Tremors were reported in Podili town and nearby areas, including Islampet, Sravani Estate and Bestapalem. Residents said they were woken by a sudden noise and vibration, which triggered panic despite the brief duration: Reports
Scheduled to be organised on December 8 and 9, the summit serves as a platform for discussions on economic growth, industrial development, and trade opportunities, says Telangana R&B Minister Komatireddy Venkata Reddy after meeting the Chief Minister
Big trouble for Balakrishnas film Akhanda 2, shows cancelled, no release
Hyderabad: Nandamuri Balakrishnas Akhanda 2: Thaandavam was supposed to release on December 5. Premieres were planned in Telangana, Andhra Pradesh, and overseas. Governments had even approved special ticket hikes. A day before release, everything collapsed when the Madras High Court put a stay on the film. Online bookings were stopped, premieres were cancelled, and fans 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 To Get India's First Solar Ingot-Wafer Manufacturing Unit
This facility will be India's first commercial-scale integrated ingot-wafer manufacturing unit, producing the essential building blocks for solar cells and modules.
TDP Receives Rs 83 Cr in Donations Last Fiscal
Pawan Kalyan-led Janasena, an ally of TDP in the NDA government in Andhra Pradesh, has received over Rs 25.33 crore during 2024-25
Bengaluru Doctor, Second Main Accused In Andhra Transplant Racket, Arrested
A doctor from Bengaluru, who is named as the second main accused in a shocking organ transplant racket in Andhra Pradesh, surrendered before the court in the state's Annamayya district on Thursday night.
Several states are reviewing school closures for December 5, 2025. Maharashtra has confirmed a statewide shutdown due to a teachers' strike. Tamil Nadu, Andhra Pradesh, and Kerala are still assessing weather conditions, with some Kerala districts expected to announce holidays.
Hulimavu police chased a red sandalwood smuggler 137km to Tamil Nadu, seizing 316 kg of logs and a vehicle, though the suspect escaped. This operation is part of a larger crackdown that has uncovered a syndicate transporting red sanders from Andhra Pradesh to Tamil Nadu via Bengaluru, with a total of 1,143 kg seized.
3 Elephants Found Dead In Tamil Nadu Private Forest; 6 Deaths In 3 Months
Three elephants, including a calf, were found dead under mysterious circumstances in a privately owned forest in Vellore district on Thursday, triggering a joint Tamil Nadu-Andhra Pradesh investigation.
Asim Munir Becomes Pakistan's First Chief Of Defence Forces
Three elephants, including a calf, were found dead under mysterious circumstances in a privately owned forest in Vellore district on Thursday, triggering a joint Tamil NaduAndhra Pradesh investigation.
Asim Munir Becomes Pakistan's First Chief Of Defence Staff
Three elephants, including a calf, were found dead under mysterious circumstances in a privately owned forest in Vellore district on Thursday, triggering a joint Tamil NaduAndhra Pradesh investigation.
Andhra Pradesh finalises PG course fee in five govt. medical colleges
A.P. cotton farmers demand MSP, plan protest at CCI Guntur on December 10
Andhra Pradesh Farmers Association seeks relaxation of CCI norms, procurement of produce at MSP, input subsidies and crop insurance for losses among other demands
Andhra Pradesh to get India's 1st 6 GW solar ingot-wafer unit
India's first integrated 6 GW solar photovoltaic ingot and wafer manufacturing plant will be established in Anakapalli, Andhra Pradesh, by ReNew Photovoltaics. This 3,990 crore greenfield unit aims to reduce reliance on Chinese imports and bolster India's solar capacity targets. The project, supported by the PLI scheme, is expected to create 1,200 jobs and commence commercial production by January 2028.
Andhra CM directs grounding of agreements done during CII partnership summit
Amaravati: Andhra Pradesh Chief Minister N Chandrababu Naidu on Thursday directed officials to complete the groundbreaking of over 50 per cent CII Partnership Summit MoUs within 45 days. The 13th State Investment Promotion Board (SIPB) meeting approved proposals worth over Rs 20,400 crore, including projects linked to agreements signed during the recent Visakhapatnam Investment and 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 Adani Group has reaffirmed its long-term commitment to Andhra Pradesh, with Gautam Adani praising Chief Minister N Chandrababu Naidus vision and accelerating work on the Google-linked 1 GW data-centre project. With fresh land allotments and expanding plans across ports, green energy, logistics, education and Amaravatis development, the Groups Rs 1.4 lakh crore roadmap aims to boost jobs, infra and digital growth in the state.
Kerala and A.P. civil supplies officials discuss best practices, potential collaboration
The visiting team calls on Andhra Pradesh Civil Supplies Minister Nadendla Manohar, who has underlined the need for knowledge-sharing and inter-State cooperation to ensure better service delivery to the citizens
While a 75-kg bag of paddy fetched up to 1,650 during YSRCP term, the NDA government has raised the MSP to 1,792, ensuring better returns, asserts Manohar
74-year-old man travels 800 km to settle a debt of 93
C.P. Abdullah from Velimukku in Malappuram had been carrying the burden of the unpaid debt, which he owed to a ghee supplier in Kurnool in Andhra Pradesh, since 1978
G.O. issued in November ratifies acquisition / alienation of 582 acres at Upamaka and Ch. Lakshmipuram villages in Nakkapalli mandal for establishment of a Global Toy Park under the aegis of AP Industrial Infrastructure Corporation Limited
Andhra Pradesh to host State youth festival YUVA 2025 from December 18
Why Chandrababu Naidu Has Stopped Eating Rice, And Why He Wants Andhra Pradesh To Switch To Millets
Naidus shift from rice to millets has sparked a statewide debate on diabetes, diet and affordability. His health routine and new nutrition push may reshape Andhras food culture
Gautam Adani meets Andhra Pradesh CM Chandrababu Naidu
In a social media post, CM Chandrababu Naidu said they had discussions on key infrastructure projects and emerging opportunities in Andhra Pradesh
Andhra Pradesh Stree Shakti Update: Free Travel For Women Extended To Electric AC Buses
Andhra Pradesh women can now travel in electric AC buses without paying a fare, as the government expands its Stree Shakti scheme for safer, greener commutes
Andhra Allots 480 Acres For Adani-Google AI Data Centre In Visakhapatnam
Andhra Pradesh government has allotted 480 acres of land in Visakhapatnam and Anakapalli districts to Adani Infra (India) Pvt Ltd, a 'notified partner' of Raiden Infotech India, a Google company, for setting up 1 GW AI Data Centres in the state.
Andhra Pradesh TET 2025 Exam: Admit Card Out, Download Directly Here
APTET 2025 Hall Ticket Download: The Andhra Pradesh Teacher Eligibility Test (APTET) 2025 hall tickets have been released, candidates can download it on the official website or here.
APTET hall tickets released at aptet.apcfss.in: Direct link to download admit cards here
The Andhra Pradesh Department of Education has released the APTET 2025 hall tickets on tet2dsc.apcfss.in, ahead of the computer-based exam starting December 10. Candidates must download and verify the admit card carefully, as errors in details or photographs can lead to denial of entry. Officials have urged immediate reporting of discrepancies to avoid exam-day complications.
Smaller districts, bigger questions: Andhra Pradeshs administrative restructuring
Andhras administrative boundaries have been redrawn twice, but to what end?
Gautam Adani, Chandrababu Naidu Meet In Amaravati, Discuss Key Projects
Chairman of the Adani Group, Gautam Adani, called on Andhra Pradesh Chief Minister N Chandrababu Naidu at the latter's official home in Amaravati on Wednesday.
Survey has also been sanctioned for construction of a 45-km line between Machilipatnam and Repalle to provide direct and shorter connectivity between the two towns, he tells Lok Sabha
Andhra Pradesh School Holiday on December 4: Will schools be closed? Check full update
Cyclone Ditwah is moving towards the coasts of Chennai, Puducherry, and southern Andhra Pradesh. Heavy rainfall is expected until December 4, 2025. Some districts in Andhra Pradesh have declared school holidays. Decisions for December 4 will be made based on weather conditions. Chennai and surrounding districts are experiencing continuous rain and waterlogging.
Big boost to Aerospace & Defence sector in Andhra Pradesh
Four major defence production units by Bharat Dynamics Limited, HFCL Ltd., and Kalyani Strategic Systems Ltd., with an aggregate investment of 3,730 crore, are proposed to be established soon
Man Arrested For Laundering Rs 78 Crore In Rs 3,500-Crore Andhra Liquor Scam
The Special Investigation Team (SIT) investigating the massive Rs 3,500 crore Andhra Pradesh liquor scam has arrested Anil Chokhara, a bullion (gold/silver) trader from Mumbai.
Cyclone Ditwah: Rains lash south coastal Andhra Pradesh
Tirupati, Nellore and Prakasam districts receive total rainfall of 2,137 mm, 1,415 mm and 11.4 mm by Wednesday morning 6 a.m. (December 3)
CM Revanth invites PM Modi, LoP Rahul Gandhi for Telangana Rising-2047 summit
HYDERABAD: Telangana Chief Minister A Revanth Reddy on Wednesday extended an invitation to Prime Minister Narendra Modi for the forthcoming Telangana Rising2047 Global Summit, being held to mark the completion of two years of Congress government in the state. Revanth Reddy called on the Prime Minister in Parliament along with Deputy Chief Minister Mallu Bhatti Vikramarka. Revanth Reddy also extended invites to Opposition leader in Lok Sabha Rahul Gandhi, several Union Ministers and Congress leaders. Chief Minister Revanth Reddy welcoming Congress leaders Rahul Gandhi and Priyanka Gandhi Vadra. Besides presenting a charter of demands to the Prime Minister, the Chief Minister informed him that Telangana was progressing towards achieving a USD three trillion economy as part of the Viksit Bharat2047 targets set by the Central government. In tune with these goals, the Telangana Rising2047 Vision Document will be released during the Global Summit. The document outlines the states targets, future plans, and growth strategies, the Chief Minister told the Prime Minister. Revanth Reddy said the Vision Document was prepared based on suggestions from NITI Aayog and other experts. He sought the Centres cooperation for the development works proposed in the document, which will be unveiled during the Global Summit on December 9. The Chief Minister urged the Prime Minister to grant approval for the second phase of the 162.5-km Hyderabad Metro Rail project, estimated to cost Rs 43,848 crore. He also requested financial approval for the northern part of the proposed Regional Ring Road (RRR) and necessary permissions for the southern part. Informing the Prime Minister that a regional ring rail was also planned around the RRR, he sought early approval for the project. Path to Telangana Rising via ring road, railway corridors Revanth Reddy further requested the Prime Minister to ensure that the Central government takes a special initiative to construct a 12-lane greenfield express highway from Hyderabad to Amaravati in Andhra Pradesh, as well as a high-speed corridor between Hyderabad and Bengaluru. He also sought the Centres approval for the proposal to construct a four-lane elevated corridor from Mannanur to Srisailam through the Tiger Reserve, to ensure uninterrupted transportation from Hyderabad to Srisailam, the temple town in Andhra Pradesh.
Punjab records highest groundwater extraction in India, says CGWB report
CHANDIGARH: Groundwater extraction in the country is the highest in Punjab, followed by Rajasthan and Haryana, according to the latest National Compilation of Dynamic Ground Water Resources of India, 2025 report of the Central Ground Water Board (CGWB). The findings show that 25 per cent of the 6,762 total blocks in India have been categorised as over-exploited, critical or semi-critical, a situation concentrated in nine states, Punjab, Haryana, Rajasthan, Karnataka, Madhya Pradesh, Tamil Nadu, Uttar Pradesh, Delhi and Puducherry. As per the report, groundwater extraction in Punjab stands at 156.36 per cent, the highest in the country, followed by Rajasthan at 147.11 per cent and Haryana at 136.75 per cent, all significantly above the national average of 60.63 per cent. At the national level, annual groundwater extraction has seen a marginal decline, from 27.66 billion cubic metres (BCM) in 2023 to 26.27 BCM last year. The total annual ground water recharge of Punjab has been assessed as 18.6 bcm and annual extractable ground water resource as 16.8 bcm. Out of total 153 assessment units including three urban areas taken for study, 111 assessment units (72.55 per cent) have been categorized as Over-exploited, 10 blocks (6.54 per cent) as Critical, 15 blocks (9.80 per cent) as Semi Critical and 17 blocks (11.11 per cent) as Safe, the report said. Similarly, out of 50175.27 square kilometers recharge worthy area of the state, 34294.3 sq km (68.35 per cent) area are under Over-Exploited, 4353.15 sq. km (8.68 per cent) under Critical, 4478.11 sq km (8.92 per cent) under Semi-critical and 7049.71sq km (14.05 per cent) under Safe category, reads the report. For Rajasthan, the report states,Out of the 302 assessment units (blocks and urban areas), 213 units (70.53 per cent) have been categorized as Over Exploited, 23 units (7.62 per cent) as Critical, 27 units (8.94 per cent) as Semi-Critical, 36 units (11.92 per cent) blocks as Safe and 3 units (0.99 per cent) as Saline. Similarly, out of 317010.74 sq km recharge worthy area of the state, 222266.46 sq km (70.11 per cent) area are under Over-Exploited, 19404.23 sq. km (6.12 per cent) under Critical, 22535.05 sq km (7.11 per cent) under Semi-critical, 43869.11 sq km (13.84 per cent) under Safe and 8935.89 sq km (2.82 per cent) area under Saline categories of assessment units. In Haryana, the situation is similar. While in Haryana, out of total 143 assessment units (blocks/Urban), 91 units (63.64 per cent) have been categorized as Overexploited, 6 units (4.20 per cent) as Critical, 15 units (10.49 per cent) as Semi Critical and 31 units (21.68 per cent) as Safe categories of assessment units. Similarly, out of 43,205.81 sq. km recharge worthy area of the State, 26,828.05 sq. km (62.09 per cent) area are under Over-Exploited, 1,170.46 sq. km (2.71 per cent) under Critical, 4,253.89 sq. km (9.85 per cent) under Semicritical, 10,953.42 sq. km (25.35 per cent) under Safe categories of assessment units, it added. The report assesses the total annual groundwater extraction of the entire country for 2025 at 247.22 bcm. Agriculture remains the largest consumer, accounting for 87 per cent, or 215.10 bcm, followed by 11 per cent for domestic use (27.89 bcm) and 2 per cent for industrial use (4.23 bcm). In the present assessment, total annual groundwater recharge has been pegged at 448.52 bcm, while the annual extractable groundwater resource stands at 407.75 bcm. The average stage of groundwater extraction at the national level is 60.63 per cent. Out of 6,762 blocks in the country, 730 units (10.80 per cent) are categorised as over-exploited, and 201 blocks (2.97 per cent) are classified as critical where extraction ranges from 90 to 100 per cent. Another 758 blocks (11.21 per cent) fall under the semi-critical category, while 4,946 units (73.14 per cent) are considered safe, with extraction below 70 per cent. Additionally, 127 blocks (1.88 per cent) have been listed as saline due to brackish or saline groundwater in phreatic aquifers. The report highlights that the percentage of over-exploited, critical and semi-critical blocks exceeding 25 per cent of total units is found only in nine states, Haryana, Karnataka, Madhya Pradesh, Punjab, Rajasthan, Tamil Nadu, Uttar Pradesh, Delhi and Puducherry. It attributes the situation to region-specific factors, Over-exploitation of ground water resources could be due to various region-specific reasons. The assessment units located in the north-western part of the country (particularly in the states of Punjab, Haryana, Delhi and Uttar Pradesh) have plenty of replenishable ground water resources but because of the over extraction beyond the annual ground water recharge, many of these units have become Over-exploited. Overexploited units are also common in the western part of the country, particularly in Rajasthan and Gujarat where the prevailing arid climate results in low recharge of ground water and hence stress on these sources, the report stated. It further adds, In peninsular India, over-exploited units are wide spread in Karnataka, Tamil Nadu and parts of Andhra Pradesh and Telangana which could be attributed mainly to the low storage and transmission capacities of aquifers of the hard rock terrains, which results in reduced availability of the resource. The report also notes that in Arunachal Pradesh, Delhi, Goa, Kerala, Manipur, Meghalaya, Mizoram, Nagaland, Tripura, Andaman and Nicobar, Chandigarh, Jammu and Kashmir, Ladakh and Lakshadweep, domestic groundwater extraction exceeds 40 per cent. Groundwater extraction stands between 90 and 100 per cent in Delhi, and between 70 and 90 per cent in Tamil Nadu and Puducherry. In most other states and Union Territories, including Andhra Pradesh, Assam, Bihar, Chhattisgarh, Goa, Gujarat, Himachal Pradesh, Jharkhand, Karnataka, Kerala, Madhya Pradesh, Maharashtra, Manipur, Meghalaya, Mizoram, Nagaland, Odisha, Sikkim, Telangana, Tripura, Uttar Pradesh, Uttarakhand, West Bengal, Andaman and Nicobar, Chandigarh, Dadra and Nagar Haveli and Daman and Diu, Jammu and Kashmir, Ladakh and Lakshadweep, extraction levels are around 70 per cent. The report concludes that compared to the Dynamic Ground Water Resource Assessment of 2024, the total annual groundwater recharge has marginally increased from 446.9 bcm to 448.52 bcm.
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