Tiger crosses into Khammam from Andhra Pradesh
Hyderabad: A tiger has reportedly crossed into Khammam from Andhra Pradesh on Thursday, November 12, triggering panic among residents of villages on the Telangana-AP border. The Forest Department has issued an alert in Aswaraopet mandal and deployed special task force teams to track the tiger and prevent it from entering human settlements. The tiger crossed 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 .
Jensen Huang exits Nvidia after 33 years; Kia India plans $2B investment in Andhra Pradesh
The transition comes at a critical juncture for Nvidia, whose chips have become the backbone of the global AI boom.
Twin cyclone leave livelihoods in tatters
Cyclones, Arnab and Murasu, which hit the Andhra Pradesh coastline within a span of a week, delivered a severe blow to the fisherfolk communities, coconut and casuarina growers in West Godavari and Konaseema districts, many of whom may have to look for alternative livelihoods for two to three years, writes Nellore Sravani
Buzzing stocks: Meesho, Clean Max, Lupin, IOC, NBCC, NCL Ind, Zee, Edelweiss, Jujhar Logistics, Ola
SoftBank eyes Meesho stake sale, Clean Max commits 50,000 crore in Andhra Pradesh
Naidu Calls For Greater Role Of Women In Politics, Business
Andhra Pradesh Chief Minister N. Chandrababu Naidu has called for greater participation of women in politics and business, setting a target to increase their share in the state's workforce from 35.8 per cent to 50 per cent.
ReNew to invest 1.6 trn in Andhra over 7 yrs: Chairman & CEO Sumant Sinha
ReNew plans 80,000 crore investments in Andhra Pradesh across data centres and clean energy manufacturing, aiming to expand its presence across the clean-tech supply chain and digital infrastructure
Vizag CII Summit: Andhra Pradesh attracts mega investments in aerospace, maritime, food Sectors
Astrobase Space Technologies signs MoU to expand rocket testing facility at Thimmasamudram; Japan Research Institute keen to develop industrial and shipbuilding clusters; S.L.N. Coffee signs 2,500-crore MoU to build integrated instant coffee manufacturing campus by 2035
Investments include a 67,000-crore Green Hyperscale Data Centre in Anakapalli, 11,000-crore polysilicon and metallurgical silicon manufacturing facilities in Anakapalli and Nellore; and 1,500-crore permanent magnet manufacturing facility in Rambilli
Naidu underscores the governments commitment to increasing women workforce participation in the State to 50% from the current 35.8%
Lokesh pitches Andhra Pradesh as headquarters hub for global firms at CII Summit in Vizag
Highlighting quality of life, skilled talent, multimodal connectivity, future-ready tech ecosystems, and direct governance access as core advantages, IT Minister says that CM and Cabinet Ministers are just a phone call or WhatsApp message away
Pawan Kalyan Asks Investors To Partner in APs Growth
Andhra Pradesh is a treasure trove of opportunities; come to the state with ambitious ideas, and you will achieve significant growth.
YS Jagan condoles demise of former Andhra Pradesh minister Satrucharla Vijaya Rama Raju
Former Chief Minister and YSRCP President YS Jagan Mohan Reddy on Thursday expressed deep sorrow over the demise of former minister and senior political leader Satrucharla Vijaya Rama Raju. According to a press release, recalling his long political career and contributions to public service, YS Jagan said Vijaya Rama Raju had been elected multiple times as both a Member of the Legislative Assembly (MLA) and a Member of Parliament (MP). He also served as a minister on two occasions, contributing to the administration and development of the state. Vijaya Rama Raju
YS Jagan mourns former Andhra Pradesh minister Satrucharla Vijaya Rama Raju
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23 AP ULBs Will Witness Polls On Nov. 26 In Second Phase
Elections to 23 urban local bodies, including four municipal corporations, in Andhra Pradesh will be held on November 26, with counting scheduled for November 30.
Jagan Mohan Reddy Critiques Chandrababu Naidus Development Narrative in Andhra Pradesh
Jagan Mohan Reddy challenges Naidus development claims, highlighting economic decline and rising unemployment in Andhra Pradesh. Jagan Mohan Reddy Critiques Chandrababu Naidus Development Narrative in Andhra Pradesh
Manchu Manoj praises Andhra Pradesh support for artisans at CII Summit
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CM Naidus investment summits are publicity stunts: YSRCP
Digital Desk | Tadepalli (Andhra Pradesh), Nov 12 (IANS) YSR Congress Party leader and former minister Gudivada Amarnath slammed Chief Minister Chandrababu Naidu and Minister Nara Lokesh for turning investment summits into taxpayer-funded publicity events, recycling massive investment figures without delivering actual investments or jobs. Addressing the media at the YSRCP Central Office here, Amarnath said Naidu had announced 23 lakh crore in investments and 40 lakh jobs during 201419, but barely 12% materialised. After announcing 12 lakh crore in MoUs at the November 2025 summit, the government is again projecting 12 lakh crore in investments and 20 lakh jobs at the current summit, he said. He challenged the government to release documentary evidence showing how many agreements signed in 2025 were grounded, how many companies commenced production and how many jobs were created. He demanded that company-wise employment details be displayed at every village and ward secretariat, questioning the coalitions unfulfilled promise of 20 lakh jobs in five years. Amarnath said the government was claiming credit for projects initiated and developed during Y.S. Jagan Mohan Reddys tenure, including Ramayapatnam, Mulapeta and Machilipatnam ports, Bhogapuram International Airport, ten fishing harbours and fish landing centres. He highlighted Jagans contribution to securing three industrial corridors and Andhra Pradeshs top rankings in Ease of Doing Business, contrasting this record with unemployment exceeding the national average. He further charged that over 3,000 acres of valuable Visakhapatnam land, worth 25,00030,000 crore, had been handed over to obscure real estate companies at just 99 paise, without generating investment or employment. Amarnath condemned the governments extravagant spending on publicity, event management and social-media influencers, even during natural disasters, and demanded transparency over investment commitments, land allocations and actual job creation. Meanwhile, YSRCP leaders Devinen Avinash, Malladi Vishnu and Dodda Anji Reddy lodged a complaint with Vijayawada Cyber Crime Police, submitting evidence of derogatory and abusive remarks made against women and YS Jagan Mohan Reddys family during a Jana Sena-linked X Space discussion. They demanded immediate action against those responsible. YSRCP NTR District President Devineni Avinash challenged Chandrababu Naidu, Pawan Kalyan and Nara Lokesh to confront YS Jagan politically instead of targeting his family. Questioning their claims about womens safety, he demanded action against party workers abusing women online. Former MLA Malladi Vishnu said the complaint contained account details, timestamps, phone numbers and evidence identifying the participants. He demanded police action within 24 hours, warning of a statewide protest programme otherwise. He recalled YS Jagans directive against discussing political opponents personal lives and criticised the government for failing to protect women and students while targeting opposition social media posts.
S.L.N. Coffee Signs 2,500 Crore Investment MOU with Andhra Pradesh Government
The MoU was signed by the Honble Chief Minister of Andhra Pradesh, Mr. N. Chandrababu Naidu, and Mr. SLN Sathappan, Chairman, SLN Coffee, at the CII Conference.
Saint-Gobain plans 2,000 crore investment in Andhra Pradesh glass plant
French multinational plans to set up a float glass manufacturing facility at Atchutapuram as part of its broader 11,000 crore investment programme in India over five years
Kia to Invest USD 2 Billion to Set Up New Factory in Andhra Pradesh
The new facility will add 2 lakh units of annual manufacturing capacity, scheduled to begin in early 2030, taking Kia Indias combined capacity across both plants to 6.30 lakh units.
Kia To Open Second Plant in Andhra Pradesh - USD 2 Billion Investment Confirmed
Kia India has confirmed it will build a second plant in Anantapur, Andhra Pradesh, with a combined USD 2 billion investment from the carmaker and its supplier partners. Kia has signed an MoU with the Andhra Pradesh government for the facility,
Amaravati to launch quantum manufacturing; Andhra nets 5.8 trn in deals
Andhra Pradesh announces plans for South Asia's first quantum computing manufacturing facility in Amaravati as the CII Partnership Summit secures 5.84 trillion in investment deals on Day 1
Pilgrim couple from Andhra Pradesh drown in river in Jajpur
Andhra Pradesh to ink MoUs for 10 lakh crore investments
On the first day of the inauguration on Thursday, the State government announced a few major investments, while others are lined up for Friday
ReNew commits 80,000 crore for a green data centre and solar component plants, while CleanMax plans 50,000 crore in clean energy to power an AI compute hub.
Andhra Pradesh targets 50% womens workforce participation, says Chandrababu Naidu
Global Toy Park at Nakkapalli to create 30,000 jobs for women
India to get fully indigenous civil aircraft within two years, says Aviation Minister
Addressing the CII Partnership Summit, Naidu outlined Indias aviation expansion and highlighted Andhra Pradeshs growing infrastructure and investment opportunities
Hyderabad Police conducts search operation, 60 held for drug tests
Hyderabad: Hyderabad City Police conducted a massive cordon-and-search operation, Operation Thunderbolt, at eight locations across seven zones of the city on Thursday, November 12, to identify anti-social elements, curb drug abuse and check criminal activities. More than 1,000 police personnel, including officers, men and women personnel, Crime teams, Central Crime Station (CCS), Task Force 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 .
Astrobace announces a 800 crore investment in Andhra Pradesh to expand its rocket testing and launch vehicle development infrastructure. Astrobace to Invest 800 Crore in Andhra Pradesh for Rocket Testing Facility Expansion
Japan Research Institute Eyes Industrial Cluster in Andhra Pradesh
Proposal to launch Cocoa Mission in partnership with Mondelez India to promote cocoa cultivation in AP
RIL plans 43,000 crore investment in Andhra coal gasification project
Reliance Industries plans to invest 43,000 crore over two years in an underground coal gasification project in Andhra Pradesh, with total investment potential of 2.73 lakh crore by 2030
CleanMax to invest 50,000 crore in Andhra Pradesh to set upintegrated clean energy complex
The proposed complex will power a dedicated 2 GW Green Compute Factoryin Kurnool, in collaboration with Blackstone-backed AI cloud provider Neysa
Shree Cements to invest 7,000 crore to set up plants in Andhra Pradesh
The countrys third-largest cement producer announced plans to establish plants in districts across the state, including Kadapa, Anakapalli and Guntur
Andhra Pradesh to Hold Elections for 23 Urban Local Bodies on November 26
Andhra Pradeshs State Election Commission announces elections for 23 urban local bodies on November 26, with over 2.4 million voters eligible. Andhra Pradesh to Hold Elections for 23 Urban Local Bodies on November 26
Hyderabad is set to make cultural history by hosting what is being hailed as Indias first stepwell art biennale, called Baoli Art Sangam, an ambitious 40-day public art showcase running from December 1 to January 10 across twin cities. Adding major cultural weight to the initiative, Allu Sneha Reddy has officially come on board as 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 .
CleanMax signs 50,000 crore MoU with Andhra Pradesh for green energy hub
The company plans to develop 3 GW of clean energy generation facilities, including wind, solar and pumped hydro projects, to supply round-the-clock power to an AI compute factory in Kurnool
Andhra Pradesh gets a 50,000-crore clean break
Andhras fruitbowl of the world plan may require reassessment: IISc study
Digital Desk | Amaravati, Nov 12 (IANS) Wealthier farmers exploit most of the groundwater resources, while poorer ones replenish it, a new study by researchers at the Indo-French Cell for Water Sciences (IFCWS) at the Indian Institute of Science (IISc), Bangalore, has revealed. The study aims to alter the outlook of policymakers, who often ignore the contribution of poorer farmers towards replenishment of groundwater resources. According to the researchers, the study introduces a new framework for water budgeting in agricultural regions that includes farmers social categories. This categorisation is usually neglected. Conventional water accounting methods often focus on how much water agriculture consumes, without adequately considering who extracts groundwater and whose farming practices help replenish it. This can obscure the links between groundwater depletion, agricultural livelihoods, and social inequality, the study says. The team of researchers proposes a new indicator, the Blue Water Potential (BWP), to assess each farmer categorys potential to exploit or replenish groundwater resources. It estimates the difference between groundwater recharge and the amount of groundwater required for irrigation under assumed optimal farming conditions. A positive BWP indicates that a farming system potentially contributes more water to groundwater recharge than it requires for irrigation. A negative BWP indicates that its irrigation requirements exceed its estimated contribution to recharge. The researchers found extremely large variations in BWP at the plot level when carrying out the study at a village in the semi-arid region of Rayalaseema in southern Andhra Pradesh. It was found that perennial irrigated orchards such as pomegranate, sweet lime, and grapes exhibit heavily negative BWP on average, consuming roughly 1,000-1,200 mm/year more water than they return to the aquifer. In contrast, rainfed groundnut crops and grasslands have a positive BWP of 200-300 mm/year. Aggregation at the village level reveals stark inequalities. A minority (26%) of wealthier farmers appear to exploit most of the groundwater resource for horticulture, while a large majority of poorer rainfed groundnut farmers and pastoralists replenish it. However, policymakers often ignore the critical contribution of these poor farmers to groundwater resources, the study reveals. It identifies a hidden interdependence: groundwater-dependent farmers rely, in part, on recharge generated by rainfed farms and grazing lands. These latter groups are often economically disadvantaged, despite contributing to a shared resource on which more profitable irrigated agriculture depends. The regional water balance so far seems positive, but our results suggest that small increases in the area of cropping systems with highly negative BWP such as fruit trees would suffice to induce groundwater overexploitation, especially if this increase happens at the expense of the area with positive BWP, says Charlotte Hemingway, first author and researcher at IFCWS. IISc says that these findings are particularly timely, as the Andhra Pradesh government recently unveiled an ambitious Rs 1 lakh-crore project to transform the historically parched Rayalaseema region into the Fruit Bowl of the World by expanding the regions horticultural area from 8.41 lakh hectares to 14.41 lakh hectares through major irrigation projects. A robust assessment is needed to determine the water that will be imported through canals to improve the current fragile water balance at the village scale against climate risks as well as to sustainably satisfy the future needs of altered crops, says co-author M Sekhar, Professor at the Department of Civil Engineering, IISc. The paper includes open-source software, led by co-author and IISc alumna Rutuja Chitra-Tarak, that lets users compute the BWP for any cropping system or region of interest, which the authors hope will help design sustainable agricultural development policies.
Andhra urges Walmart to source from MSMEs
On Thursday, Andhra Pradesh called on American retail major Walmart to expand its local procurement by bringing the state's MSMEs, women-led self-help groups (SHGs), and artisans into its supply network.The request was made during discussions between Andhra Pradesh's IT and HRD Minister Nara Lokesh and Paul Dyck, Walmart's Senior Vice President for Global Government Affairs and Business Diplomacy, who met on the sidelines of the 31st CII Partnership Summit.Andhra Pradesh is asking Walmart and Flipkart to widen their sourcing from the State beyond seafood and pharmaceuticals, to include its MSMEs, women-led self-help groups and artisans, an official statement noted.To build on the momentum of the New Delhi Walmart Growth Summitwhich linked Indian vendors with the retailer's international buying teams, Lokesh proposed that Walmart host a specialized MSME sourcing event in Andhra Pradesh centered on seafood and textiles. He further recommended establishing a dedicated pipeline within Walmart and Flipkarts domestic and international supply chains for goods produced by local artisans and women-led SHGs, specifically those marketed under the state's Swayam AP and Lepakshi labels.According to the official release, Dyck acknowledged that Walmart ranks among the top purchasers of Andhra Pradesh shrimp, buying over 65 million pounds annually, while also procuring textiles, engineering goods, and pharmaceuticals from the region.Furthermore, Flipkart's regional footprint has generated over 28,000 direct and indirect employment opportunities. Its operational infrastructure includes over 100 logistics hubs covering roughly 12 lakh sq ft, alongside 0.33 million sq ft dedicated to wholesale operations. Through a memorandum of understanding with the AP MSME Corporation and the Ratan Tata Innovation Hub (RTIH), over 3,200 MSMEs have received training, resulting in more than 900 businesses actively selling on the Walmart and Flipkart platforms.Dyck assured that Walmart would review the state's recommendations.Walmart is already one of the largest buyers of Andhra Pradesh shrimp. Now we want them to look at the rest of what our State makes. Our MSMEs, women's groups and artisans make products of global quality. What they need is a direct line to global buyers, and Walmart and Flipkart can provide it, said Lokesh.
Andhra Pradesh Government to Introduce Investor Protection Law, Says Minister Nara Lokesh
Andhra Pradesh plans to implement an Investor Protection Act to bolster investment security, announced Minister Nara Lokesh at a summit. Andhra Pradesh Government to Introduce Investor Protection Law, Says Minister Nara Lokesh
Phage therapy holds promise in fighting against antimicrobial resistance: Dr. Kalyan Chakravarthy
Dr. Kalyan noted that bacteriophages selectively target disease-causing bacteria without harming human beings, making them promising alternatives when antibiotics fail
AP Govt Urges Walmart To Increase Sourcing, Onboard MSMEs, SHGs & Artisans
Andhra Pradesh on Thursday urged US retail giant Walmart to increase sourcing from the state by onboarding MSMEs, women-led self-help groups and artisans.
Elections for 23 ULBs in Andhra Pradesh to be held on November 26
Digital Desk | Amaravati, Nov 12 (IANS) Polling for elections to 23 Urban Local Bodies (ULBs) in Andhra Pradesh will be held on November 26, the State Election Commission announced on Thursday. The poll panel issued notification for elections to four Municipal Corporations and 19 Municipalities/Nagar Panchayats. Elections to 100 ULBs were held on November 1 and their results have also been declared. Elections for the remaining 23 ULBs could not be conducted due to court cases. State Election Commissioner, Anil Chandra Punetha, said polling for the posts of Mayors and Chairpersons and Corporators and Ward Members of the ULBs will be held on November 26. Re-polling, if any, will be conducted on November 27 while counting of votes will be taken up on November 27. Elections will be held for the Mayors and Corporators of Srikakulam, Kakinada, Rajamahendravaram and Mangaiagiri-Tadepalli Municipal Corporations and chairpersons and ward members of 19 Municipalities/Nagar Panchayats. The ULBs have a total of 1,009 wards including 269 in the four Municipal Corporations. He said November 16 will be the last date of receipt of nominations while scrutiny will be taken up the next day. November 19 will be the last date for withdrawal of nominations. These ULBs have a total of 24,98,152 voters. Polling will be conducted at a total of 2,801 polling centres. The SEC directed District Collectors and Superintendents of Police to work in coordination to ensure that the local body elections across the state are conducted in a peaceful and transparent manner, without any untoward incidents. He emphasised that the utmost priority must be given to maintaining law and order, ensuring robust police deployment, and implementing comprehensive security arrangements. Speaking during a video conference, Commissioner Anil Chandra Punetha noted that in the past, violent incidents had occurred in certain sensitive districts during local body elections. He highlighted that, following interventions by the Supreme Court and the implementation of stringent security measures, there has been a significant positive shift in how these elections are conducted. He further acknowledged that the recent MPTC and ZPTC elections, as well as the elections for Urban Local Bodies, were successfully managed through the collective efforts of the administrative and police machinery. It was stated that the election process for the MPTC and ZPTC elections, as well as the first phase of elections for 100 ULBs, has already been completed. It was announced that the subsequent elections for MPP Presidents will be held on November 19, and for ZPP Chairpersons on November 20. The Commissioner announced that Gram Panchayat elections in the state will be held in three phases. Notifications for the first, second, and third phases will be issued on November 13, November 16, and November 19, respectively.
Astrobase to invest Rs 800 crore in Andhra Pradesh, expand rocket testing facility to 360 acres
Digital Desk | Visakhapatnam, Nov 12 (IANS) Astrobase Space Technologies on Thursday announced an investment of Rs 800 crore in Andhra Pradesh to significantly expand its rocket testing and launch vehicle development infrastructure, marking a major step in strengthening India's private space transportation ecosystem. The space technology company signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with the Andhra Pradesh Economic Development Board during the 31st CII Partnership Summit 2026 in Visakhapatnam to expand its existing rocket engine testing facility at Thimmasamudram in Sri Sathya Sai district. Under the expansion plan, Astrobase will add 339 acres to its existing facility, increasing the total footprint to around 360 acres from approximately 22 acres at present. Commenting on the development, Astrobase Space Technologies CEO and Co-founder Neeraj Khandelwal said the expansion marks a significant milestone in Astrobase's efforts to build advanced space transportation capabilities from India. This expanded infrastructure will enable us to undertake critical testing programmes, including static hot-fire tests and stage-level hop tests, while accelerating the development of reusable launch vehicle technologies, Khandelwal noted. India has already demonstrated remarkable prowess in space exploration and technology. The next frontier is to translate this strength into the ability to transport payloads to space more frequently, reliably and at scale, he added. The project is expected to generate around 500 direct jobs and nearly 1,000 indirect employment opportunities in the region. The announcement comes shortly after Astrobase unveiled plans to invest Rs 500 crore in Karnataka for a dedicated manufacturing facility in Bengaluru. The proposed unit will house advanced additive manufacturing and fabrication infrastructure, non-destructive testing and quality inspection facilities, along with engine and stage assembly capabilities to support the development of its Everest engine and AB220 medium-lift launch vehicle programme. The two-day 31st CII Partnership Summit, being held in Visakhapatnam on November 12-13, is organised by the Confederation of Indian Industry (CII) in association with the Department for Promotion of Industry and Internal Trade (DPIIT) and hosted by the Andhra Pradesh government. The summit is expected to facilitate investment proposals worth up to Rs 11 lakh crore and create around 2.5 lakh jobs across sectors.
Kia India to invest $2B in second plant in Andhra Pradesh
Spread across a combined 465 acres for Kia and its suppliers, the new facility is expected to generate around 12,000 direct and indirect job opportunities.
GMR Group developing 500-acre aviation and aerospace ecosystem in Andhra Pradesh
Speaking at the CII Partnership Summit, the group chairman highlighted the states investment potential and the growing economic role of airports
ReNew Commits Rs 29K Cr For Pumped Storage, Green Ammonia Projects In AP
Renewable energy company ReNew has made an in-principle commitment to invest Rs 29,500 crore in two clean energy projects in Andhra Pradesh, on the sidelines of the CII Partnership Summit.
Andhra Pradesh to bring law to protect investors from regime change, political vendetta
Visakhapatnam Andhra Pradesh Chief Minister N. Chandrababu Naidu on Thursday announced that the state government will bring an Investment Protection The post Andhra Pradesh to bring law to protect investors from regime change, political vendetta appeared first on Bilkul Online .
Andhra Pradesh Launches Escrow-Based Industrial Incentive System, Plans Law To Protect Investors
Minor fire at Srikalahasti temple kitchen contained, no major damage
Kitchen staff tried to bring the fire under control, but when it began to go beyond their ability to manage, the panicked workers rushed out of the building, thereby averting a mishap
Library inaugurated at Bapatla Collectorate
District Collector V. Vinod Kumar says government employees should update their knowledge alongside discharging their official responsibilities
Library inaugurated at Bapatla Collectorate
District Collector V. Vinod Kumar says government employees should update their knowledge alongside discharging their official responsibilities
Kia to invest $2 bn in new Andhra plant, boost annual car production to 6.3 lakh
Kia India plans to invest $2 billion in a new manufacturing plant in Andhra Pradesh. This expansion aims to create approximately 12,000 jobs and increase annual production capacity to 6.3 lakh vehicles. The company currently operates a plant in Anantapur, which was established in 2017 and has a capacity of 4.30 lakh vehicles. Kia has exported over 4.1 lakh vehicles to nearly 100 countries, reinforcing India's manufacturing capability.
GAIL, KRIBHCO sign pact to explore $1.6 billion Andhra Pradesh urea project
KRIBHCO is one of India's biggest fertiliser cooperatives, manufactures and markets urea and other crop nutrients
Naidu Announces 303 MoUs Worth Rs.9.89 Lakh Crore at CII Summit
Naidu said the government was ready to work with entrepreneurs interested in investing in Andhra Pradesh
Andhra Pradesh Leaders Celebrate CII Partnership Summit with Cultural Performances
Andhra Pradesh leaders, including CM Naidu, engage in cultural festivities at the 31st CII Partnership Summit in Visakhapatnam. Andhra Pradesh Leaders Celebrate CII Partnership Summit with Cultural Performances
GAIL, KRIBHCO explore $1.6 billion urea plant in Andhra Pradesh
GAIL (India) and KRIBHCO have signed an agreement to explore constructing a urea plant in Andhra Pradesh. The plant is expected to generate direct and indirect job opportunities for local residents. Officials aim to set up a facility producing 1.27 million tons of urea per year in Srikakulam. The state government will support the initiative by providing land and infrastructure.
Space tech startup Astrobase expands its rocket testing infrastructure in Andhra Pradesh
The 800 crore investment is set to advance reusable launch vehicle technologies; follows 500 crore manufacturing push in Karnataka
GMR Group to Develop 500-acre Aviation and Aerospace Hub in AP
Rao said navigating trade, technology, trust, and thought leadership are four words that describe Andhra Pradesh
Reliance plans 43,000 crore coal gasification project in Andhra Pradesh
The project could eventually attract investments of up to 2.7 lakh crore over its lifetime and generate around 5,000 direct and 35,000 indirect jobs
The Union Government is planning to introduce evening courts on a pilot basis in Delhi, Bihar and Andhra Pradesh as part of its efforts to address the mounting pendency of cases across the country. Under the proposed initiative, courts presently functioning during regular daytime hours will extend their working hours by a few additional hours [] The post Centre to introduce evening courts in Delhi, Bihar and Andhra Pradesh on pilot basis to reduce case backlog appeared first on India Legal .
Reliance plans $4.6 billion coal gasification project in Andhra Pradesh
The project could eventually attract investments of up to 2.7 trillion over its lifetime and generate around 5,000 direct and 35,000 indirect jobs
Reliance plans Rs 43,000 cr coal gasification project in Andhra Pradesh, document shows
Reliance Industries is set to invest approximately 430 billion rupees in Andhra Pradesh for a coal gasification project. This project aims to create 5,000 direct and 35,000 indirect jobs, while attracting further investments over its lifetime. The first phase will involve exploration and pilot demonstrations to establish the project's feasibility. An additional investment of approximately 400 billion rupees will follow if the first phase proves successful.
Job Boost For Andhra Pradesh: Kia To Create 12,000 Opportunities; Cognizant, LG And Google Bet Big
Cognizant's 25,000-job plan and fresh commitments from LG and Google bolster Andhra Pradesh's tech ambitions.
Kia India Managing Director and CEO Gwanggu Lee on Thursday announced an investment of approximately USD 2 billion (around Rs 17,000 crore) to establish an additional manufacturing plant in Andhra Pradesh, a move expected to generate around 12,000 jobs and increase the company's annual production capacity from 4.3 lakh to 6.3 lakh vehicles. Speaking at the inaugural session of the 31st CII Partnership Summit in Visakhapatnam, Lee said the proposed plant would expand Kia India's manufacturing operations in the state and strengthen its long-term commitment to the Indian market. He said,
Lokesh Asks Companies to Invest, Innovate, Shift Headquarters to AP
Lokesh said the '3S' mantra - speed, stability and services - of Andhra Pradesh is the key reason which is attracting domestic and global companies to invest in the state
Indias FTAs to open access to $85 trillion of global economy: Piyush Goel
Union Minister for Commerce urges industry and startups to harness potential of nine agreements covering 38 countries at CII summit in Andhra Pradesh
AP Special TET Result 2026 - Check Scorecard, Marks
The Department of School Education, Andhra Pradesh, will release the AP Special TET Result 2026 on 15 November 2026 for in-service teachers who appeared in the computer-based test held from 11 to 21 October 2026. Candidates can check their result, scorecard, marks and qualifying status on the official website tet2dsc.apcfss.in by logging in with their username and password.
Mr. Lokesh urged corporate leaders to move beyond setting up manufacturing units and relocate their primary corporate headquarters to Andhra Pradesh, citing superior quality of life, skilled talent pipelines, and seamless connectivity anchored by new ports and the Bhogapuram International Airport
Chandrababu Naidu, Pawan Kalyan, Piyush Goyal play drums at Visakhapatnam Summit
Digital Desk | Visakhapatnam, Nov 12 (IANS) Andhra Pradesh Chief Minister N. Chandrababu Naidu, Deputy Chief Minister Pawan Kalyan and Union Minister of Trade and Commerce Piyush Goyal played the drums at the 31st CII Partnership Summit, which began here on Thursday. The three leaders went around the Engineering College Grounds of Andhra University, the venue of the summit and saw the performance of various cultural troupes. To the surprise of everyone present there, the Chief Minister and the Deputy Chief Minister started playing drums. Union Minister Goyal also joined them. Earlier, Chandrababu Naidu and Pawan Kalyan welcomed Piyush Goyal. They walked around the venue and witnessed the performance of artists. During an interaction, CM Naidu took a drum from one of the artists and asked Pawan Kalyan and Piyush Goyal to also take the instruments. The trio then started playing them. Prior to proceeding to the venue of the inaugural session, they visited various exhibition stalls and explored the traditional artworks and cultural exhibits on display. CM Naidu and Piyush Goyal also tried their hands at painting. Civil Aviation Minister K. Ram Mohan Naidu, Andhra Pradesh HRD and IT Minister Nara Lokesh also attended the inaugural ceremony. Lokesh later wrote on X, A big day for Vizag! The world is here as we launch the 31st CII Partnership Summit. The two-day event under the theme Trade, Technology, Trust and Thought Leadership in a Changing Global Landscape is jointly organised by the Confederation of Indian Industry (CII), the Government of Andhra Pradesh, and the Department for Promotion of Industry and Internal Trade (DPIIT), Government of India. Several prominent dignitaries and industry leaders participated in the programme, including T.G. Bharath, Minister for Industries and Food Processing, Government of Andhra Pradesh, B.C. Janardhan Reddy, Minister for Roads and Buildings; Satyakumar Yadav, Minister for Health and Family Welfare, G. Sai Prasad, Chief Secretary to the Government of Andhra Pradesh. Several other prominent industry representatives and dignitaries also participated in the inaugural event.
The leaders try their hand at tribal art and taste Araku Coffee before the summits inaugural session
Kia plans $2 billion Andhra expansion, capacity to hit 630,000 units
The proposed investment will expand Kia's manufacturing footprint in Andhra Pradesh and support its plan to make India a global production and export hub
BJP demands transparency from Industries Minister on Rs 1,370 cr expansion plans in Tamil Nadu
The Tamil Nadu BJP spokesperson Narayanan Thirupathy challenged TN Industries minister S Keerthana's claims of Rs 1,370 crore expansion plans of South Korean companies. Thirupathy said the investments were not the government's achievement but routine expansion of existing South Korean companies in the state. He claimed that most of the new manufacturing capacity expansion and jobs went to Andhra Pradesh.
CII Summit Delegates Receive Traditional Welcome with Folk Dances in Vizag
Chandrababu Naidu, Piyush Goyal and Pawan Kalyan, along with Nara Lokesh, inaugurated the Andhra Pradesh Pavilion and the MSME Pavilion
ReNew to invest 29,500 cr in 2 new projects in Andhra Pradesh
The two projects are a 2 GW pumped storage project worth 12,500 crore and a green ammonia and e-fuel project worth 17,000 crore
CII summit puts spotlight on Naidu's importance as key NDA ally, Centre's show of strength
The CII Partnership Summit is scheduled for November 12-13 in Visakhapatnam, featuring key Union ministers and the Vice-President of India. This event aims to solidify N Chandrababu Naidu's role as a crucial ally of the NDA. Naidu will deliver the keynote address while discussions will focus on various economic issues. Ministerial participation will showcase potential investment opportunities in Andhra Pradesh.
Hyderabad: Norwegian journalist who questioned PM denied entry
Hyderabad: Norwegian journalist Helle Lyng, who was in the news earlier this year, has said that she was not allowed to leave for her flight to Hyderabad in India for a conference where she was supposed to be a speaker. The journalist took to social media and called out Union Home Minister Amit Shah 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 .
Musi River rejuvenation phase 1 to begin soon: Telangana CM
Hyderabad: Telangana Chief Minister A Revanth Reddy on Wednesday, November 11, said the first phase of Musi River rejuvenation works along 21 km in Hyderabad would begin soon. Speaking after inaugurating the restored Tammidikunta Lake on Wednesday evening, Reddy also called upon public representatives to shun any pretence and join the effort to rejuvenate Musi. 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 .
ET Interview: Andhra Pradesh plans rule to ringfence investments from political flux, says CM Naidu
Andhra Pradesh Chief Minister N Chandrababu Naidu said the state will introduce an Investment Protection Act to ensure that future governments cannot reverse incentives, land allotments, approvals or other commitments made to investors.
CII Partnership Summit: CM Naidu seeks WIPOs support to boost innovation ecosystem in A.P.
Naidu proposes WIPOAndhra Pradesh Academy to conduct joint training programmes on patents, trademarks, industrial designs, and technology protection tailored for students, researchers, startup founders, and MSMEs
CM Naidu urges Singapore to focus on integrated model township in Andhra Pradesh
Naidu calls for a coordinated approach to implementing the projects identified in the MoU between Andhra Pradesh and Singapore
Want to make Vizag AI data centre hub, says Andhra CM N Chandrababu Naidu
Andhra Pradesh Chief Minister N Chandrababu Naidu targets a $2.07 trillion state economy by 2047, with plans to position Visakhapatnam as an AI data centre hub and Tirupati as a global design capital.
UAE Shows Interest in Investing in Andhra Pradeshs Food Processing Sector
UAEs Abdullah bin Touk Al Marri meets Andhra Pradeshs CM to discuss investment opportunities in the food processing sector. UAE Shows Interest in Investing in Andhra Pradeshs Food Processing Sector
Coast Guard rescues three ridleys from ghost net off Andhra coast
Digital Desk | Kolkata, Nov 11 (IANS) The Indian Coast Guard (ICG) rescued three endangered Olive Ridley turtles entangled in a ghost net off the Nizampatnam coast in Andhra Pradesh during a scheduled surveillance patrol, before releasing them safely back into the sea. The crew of ICG's Rani Rashmoni spotted the trapped turtles adrift in marine debris and deployed a Gemini inflatable boat to reach them. Coast Guard personnel carefully cut through the abandoned net to free the turtles, which were believed to be travelling toward their primary nesting sites along the Odisha coastline. Through these rescues, ICG reaffirms its commitment to protecting the ocean and the marine ecosystem, the maritime force stated in an official release. Every year, the Coast Guard executes a specialised marine protection initiative known as Operation Olivia to safeguard hundreds of thousands of turtles arriving at mass nesting grounds across eastern coastal waters. The nesting cycle along the Odisha coast begins annually between November and December, extending through April and May, with mass nesting typically observed between late January and early February. Conservation efforts for the species gained momentum following the discovery and international recognition of the Gahirmatha rookery near the mouth of the Brahmani-Baitarani (Dhamra) River in 1974. Subsequent mass nesting sites were identified at the Devi River mouth in 1981 and at the Rushikulya River mouth in 1994. During the breeding season, female Olive Ridleys select narrow estuarine beaches and bays to lay between 100 and 140 eggs per clutch. However, the species faces severe survival threats from unregulated coastal development, tourist exploitation, illegal egg harvesting, and marine poaching for meat, shells, and leather. The most catastrophic threat remains accidental mortality caused by mechanised fishing trawlers, gill nets, and trawl nets. Thousands of adult turtles have historically succumbed to drowning after becoming trapped in commercial fishing gear operating around nesting corridors during mating periods. All five sea turtle species found in Indian waters, including the Olive Ridley, are granted strict statutory protection under Schedule I of the Wildlife (Protection) Act, 1972, as well as Appendix I of the Convention on International Trade in Endangered Species of Wild Fauna and Flora (CITES). To mitigate threats throughout the six-month nesting cycle, the Indian Coast Guard enforces seasonal fishing bans near designated rookeries, conducts net inspections on commercial vessels, and leads regional environmental awareness drives.
Andhra CM invites UAE firms to invest in food processing sector
Digital Desk | Visakhapatnam, Nov 11 (IANS) Andhra Pradesh Chief Minister N. Chandrababu Naidu has invited leading companies from the United Arab Emirates to explore investment opportunities in Andhra Pradesh's food processing sector. UAE Minister of Economy and Tourism Abdullah bin Touq Al Marri, who is in Visakhapatnam to participate in the CII Partnership Summit, met the Chief Minister and discussed investment opportunities across various sectors. During the meeting, the Chief Minister explained that the State Government was developing Rayalaseema as a global horticulture hub with an investment of Rs 1 lakh crore. He highlighted that fruits grown in the Rayalaseema region were already being exported to international markets. The Chief Minister invited UAE-based agrifood company Silal to participate in the food cluster proposed to be established by the UAE. He said Andhra Pradesh offered immense opportunities for investment in the procurement, processing and export of agricultural and food products. The proposed grounding of the Dubai-based Floormaster industry in Chittoor district also came up for discussion. The Chief Minister urged the UAE Minister to facilitate an early decision on the proposed food cluster. He also highlighted the investment potential in sectors such as maritime, aerospace and defence and called upon UAE companies to make use of the opportunities available in the State. Meanwhile, the Chief Minister also met World Intellectual Property Organisation (WIPO) Director General Daren Tang to explore ways to secure international recognition for innovation, research and creativity in Andhra Pradesh and enhance awareness of Intellectual Property Rights (IPR) among startups and entrepreneurs in the State. The discussions focused on establishing a WIPOAndhra Pradesh Academy and conducting joint programmes to provide training on Intellectual Property Rights, patents, trademarks, industrial designs and technology protection to students, researchers, startup founders and Micro, Small and Medium Enterprises (MSMEs). The Chief Minister sought WIPOs support in securing Geographical Indication (GI) tags for the States handloom products, handicrafts and other local products. He also requested assistance in expanding markets for existing GI-tagged products and taking their quality standards and branding to the international level. Chandrababu Naidu said the State Government was encouraging young entrepreneurs and supporting startup companies through the Ratan Tata Innovation Hub. He invited WIPO to work closely with the State Government to further strengthen the startup ecosystem and provide greater impetus to innovation. The Chief Minister also had a meeting with Japanese Ambassador Keiichi Ono. They discussed industrial investments, skill development, critical minerals, steel industry, green energy and other areas of mutual cooperation. Chandrababu Naidu said the Andhra Pradesh government was implementing a transparent incentive policy to promote industrial investments in the State. He stated that an escrow account mechanism had been introduced to ensure timely delivery of industrial incentives and to implement the Speed of Doing Business initiative. The Chief Minister also told the Japanese Ambassador that the State was according high priority to skill development. Andhra Pradesh has a large youth population, and by providing them with industry-oriented skill training, they could be transformed into a highly skilled workforce, he said. He sought the cooperation of Japanese companies in this direction. Responding positively, the Japanese representatives expressed their willingness to provide skill development training to employees working in industries across the State. The Japanese representatives raised the issue of ensuring a steady supply of rare earth minerals to Japan. They said such cooperation would help further strengthen the India-Japan partnership in the supply of critical minerals. They also sought support for the uninterrupted import of semi-finished steel products from the parent company in Japan, required for the final-stage processing at the ArcelorMittal Nippon Steel India plant.
NSTR to Receive Two Tigresses and 11 Gaurs Soon
Andhra Pradesh forest authorities plan to bring two tigresses from Maharashtra and 11 gaurs from Madhya Pradesh to strengthen wildlife populations in the Nagarjunasagar-Srisailam Tiger Reserve.
Postponement Of University Assistant Professor Exams Sought Over Panchayat Polls
Candidates seeking assistant professor posts in Andhra Pradesh universities have urged the state government to postpone the December 1-5 examinations as they clash with panchayat election duties.
CII Summit From Today; Targeting 11 Lakh Crore Investments, 25 Lakh Jobs
Andhra Pradesh government aims to secure investment agreements worth 11 lakh crore and generate employment potential for 25 lakh people at the 31st CII Partnership Summit in Visakhapatnam.
