Andhra Pradesh Police Launch SIT Probe Into Death Of Assamese Student Himsri Boro
Amaravati, Oct 10: The Andhra Pradesh Police have constituted a Special Investigation Team (SIT) to probe the death of an Assamese student whose body was discovered near a railway track in Srikakulam district. According to an official release, the body of Himsri Boro was found on October 7 near Penubarthi village, lying on the right... The post Andhra Pradesh Police Launch SIT Probe Into Death Of Assamese Student Himsri Boro first appeared on Northeast Today .
HYDRAA recovers body of drowned student from quarry in Medchal
Hyderabad: The Hyderabad Disaster Response and Assets Protection Agency (HYDRAA) on Friday, October 9, retrieved the body of a boy who drowned in a quarry in Medchal. The deceased was identified as an 18-year-old Pavan Sai who drowned after entering the water at the Malkaram quarry near Jawahar Nagar. Search operations began after teams painstakingly 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 CM urges Centre to set up shipbuilding centre at Dugarajapatnam
Andhra Pradesh Chief Minister N Chandrababu Naidu has sought the Centre's cooperation to further expand maritime-based economic activities in the state. According to a statement, during his meeting with Union Minister for Ports, Shipping and Waterways Sarbananda Sonowal on Thursday, Naidu discussed the development of ports in the state, setting up a terminal at Mulapeta Port and establishing a shipbuilding centre at Dugarajapatnam. The chief minister explained that the state is accelerating industrial and commercial development based on its ports by effectively leveraging its long coastline. He said that developing sectors such as shipbuilding, ship repair and marine engineering in conjunction with the existing and proposed ports would create large-scale employment and investment opportunities. Naidu stated that the development of Mulapeta Port in Srikakulam district would give a major boost to commercial activities in North Andhra. He sought the Centre's support for developing th
Eggs an affordable source of nutrition, says MP on World Egg Day
Hyderabad: Woman murdered, police search for suspect
Hyderabad: A 34-year-old woman was allegedly murdered within the limits of Chaderghat police station in Hyderabad on Friday, October 9. Police are reportedly looking for a man named Ibrahim in connection with the case. Tahera Banu, a resident of Chanchalguda, worked at Manha Wholesale Clothing Shop near Azampura, according to preliminary information. The circumstances leading 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 .
Assam Chief Minister Demands Investigation into Students Mysterious Death in Andhra Pradesh
Assam CM Himanta Biswa Sarma urges a thorough investigation into the death of 21-year-old Himashree Boro found in Andhra Pradesh. Assam Chief Minister Demands Investigation into Students Mysterious Death in Andhra Pradesh
Assam leaders urged a time-bound investigation into the death of student Himashri Boro, whose body was found near railway tracks in Andhra Pradesh after she went missing during a train journey.
SC seeks response of States, UTs on plea alleging prolonged vacancies in power regulatory bodies
New Delhi, Oct 9: The Supreme Court on Friday sought a response from 15 states and the Union Territories of Jammu and Kashmir and Ladakh on a PIL filed by NGO Energy Watchdog seeking directions to ensure that their state electricity regulatory commissions are properly constituted under the law. The bench comprising Chief Justice of India Surya Kant and Justices Joymalya Bagchi and V Mohana issued notice on the PIL filed by the NGO through lawyer Pranav Sachdeva. The petitioner has sought the apex court's directions directing the states and UTs to take all steps to comply with the provisions of the Electricity Act, 2003, and with the directions of the apex court in a verdict of April 2018 regarding composition of State Electricity Regulatory Commissions (SERCs). The plea said there were several statutory infractions, such as prolonged vacancies in the offices of chairperson and members and the complete absence of a person of law on the Commission, across 230 SERCs in the 15 states and the UTs. In the 2018 ruling, the Supreme Court held that SERCs have the rappings of the court and must have a suitably qualified person of law as a member, the plea said. It said the commissions across several states, including West Bengal, Tamil Nadu, Andhra Pradesh, Kerala, Himachal Pradesh, Meghalaya, Manipur, Mizoram and Nagaland, continue to lack a person of law despite this ruling. The plea said in Tamil Nadu, all three offices are vacant, while in Andhra Pradesh, the chairperson and member (technical) posts are vacant, and the Commission functions with a sole member (finance). It said that in West Bengal, only the chairperson's office has been created, and the incumbent does not have the required legal background. The plea said the failure strikes at consumers' access to justice under Articles 14 and 21 of the Constitution and, without the mandated person of law, consumers cannot get lawful adjudication of complaints under the Electricity Act. Consumers' access to that remedy cannot be made dependent upon indefinite executive inaction, the plea said. It sought directions to the states of West Bengal, Madhya Pradesh, Tamil Nadu, Andhra Pradesh, Odisha, Kerala, Jharkhand, Chhattisgarh, Haryana, Himachal Pradesh, Meghalaya, Manipur, Nagaland, Mizoram and Sikkim, and to the UTs of Jammu and Kashmir and Ladakh, directing the authorities concerned to file a reply disclosing the steps taken to ensure that their SERCs had been constituted in compliance with the Electricity Act provisions.
Himanta Sarma writes to Andhra CM, seeks probe into Assam students death
Digital Desk | Visakhapatnam, Oct 9 (IANS) Assam Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma has written to his Andhra Pradesh counterpart N. Chandrababu Naidu and Railway Minister Ashwini Vaishnaw, seeking a probe into the death of 21-year-old Himashree Boro, a student from Assam. The dead body of Himashree was found in Srikakulam after she went missing during a train journey on October 6. The young woman, who came to Visakhapatnam for an event, went missing after boarding the Vivek Express and was found dead in Srikakulam. She had reportedly expressed fear about the crowded coach, with her being the only female in the compartment. Government Railway Police (GRP) is probing whether she accidentally fell from the moving train or was pushed. Srikakulam district police have formed a special team along with the GRP to trace the men who were reportedly involved. Her body was found near Boddepalli, between the Amadalavalasa and Ponduru railway stations. The Assam Chief Minister wrote that Himashree, hailing from Kamrup district of Assam, travelled to Visakhapatnam as part of a dance troupe and was returning to Guwahati. She boarded the Dibrugarh Vivek Express at Visakhapatnam. On October 6, her family received a distressing message from her, expressing fear due to the presence of many men around her. Subsequently, she went missing. Her bag was found in the trains S2 coach, and her body was later recovered from a forested area near Malayapuram in Srikakulam district. In view of these circumstances, which raise a serious suspicion of foul play, the incident has caused profound grief and concern in Assam, wrote Himanta Biswa Sarma. He urged both Chief Minister Chandrababu Naidu and Railway Minister Ashwini Vaishnaw to order a thorough, impartial and time-bound inquiry into the entire circumstances, including her boarding of the train, her disappearance, and the recovery of her body, so that the truth may be established. It is imperative that culprits, if any, are identified and brought to book at the earliest, wrote the Assam Chief Minister.
Supreme Court ruling highlights failure to secure 34% BC quota in Andhra Pradesh
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YSRCP urges Andhra Pradesh election commission to ensure free local polls with CAPF security
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YSRCP urges Andhra EC to ensure free, fair local body polls; seeks CAPF deployment
YSRCP on Friday urged the Andhra Pradesh State Election Commission to ensure that threats, intimidation and misuse of official machinery do not undermine the forthcoming local body elections. In three separate letters, YSRCP MLC Lella Appi Reddy sought continuous security monitoring, an additional nomination facility at district headquarters and deployment of Central Armed Police Forces (CAPF) to protect candidates and voters throughout the electoral process. MLC Appi Reddy requested adequate protection for candidates, proposers and election agents, citing concerns over threats and attacks by persons associated with the TDP He sought uninterrupted CCTV coverage at nomination centres, sensitive polling stations, strong rooms and counting centres, with live webcasting wherever feasible. He also requested independent observers, mobile monitoring teams, a dedicated complaint helpline and prompt action against intimidation and misuse of government machinery. He urged the Commission to allow...
Supreme Court verdict exposes Naidu
YSR Congress Party (YSRCP) leaders on Friday lashed out at Andhra Pradesh Chief Minister Chandrababu Naidu of betraying Backward Classes (BCs) by failing to secure 34 per cent reservation in local-body elections, alleging that the Supreme Court verdict had exposed the state government's failure to establish a legally sustainable framework for the quota. Former ministers Chelluboyina Venugopala Krishna and Dharmana Prasada Rao said the Naidu government had promised 34 per cent reservation to the Backward Classes in its election manifesto despite being aware of the legal ceiling on reservations, but failed to complete the statutory and constitutional process required to protect the quota. Venugopala Krishna alleged that the government had deliberately wasted time instead of taking steps to safeguard BC reservations. He questioned why Naidu, despite being a key partner in the NDA government at the Centre, had not strongly raised the issue with Prime Minister Narendra Modi and Union Home M...
Supreme Court verdict exposes Andhra CM's betrayal of BCs, says YSR Congress
Digital Desk | Amaravati, Oct 9 (IANS) YSR Congress Party (YSRCP) leaders and former Ministers Chelluboyina Venugopala Krishna and Dharmana Prasada Rao said on Friday that the Supreme Court judgment on Backward Class (BC) reservations exposed the N. Chandrababu Naidu-led Andhra Pradesh government's betrayal of BCs by failing to provide 34 per cent reservation to them in local body elections. They said Chief Minister Chandrababu Naidu had promised 34 per cent reservation in the election manifesto despite being fully aware of the legal ceiling on reservations, but failed to complete the statutory and constitutional process required to protect the quota. Venugopala Krishna said the state government deliberately wasted time instead of creating a legally sustainable framework. He questioned why Chief Minister Chandrababu Naidu, despite being a key ally in the NDA government at the Centre, had not raised the issue strongly with Prime Minister Narendra Modi and Union Home Minister Amit Shah. If special efforts could be made in Parliament to provide legal backing to Amaravati, why was the same commitment not shown for 34 per cent BC reservation? he asked. He said that sending BC Ministers to Delhi to consult lawyers was not enough and that the state government should have exerted political pressure on the Centre for constitutional protection. He also rejected the state government's proposal to compensate BCs through party-level seat allocation, saying political tickets and statutory reservations were fundamentally different. He demanded that the state government complete the required legal process and conduct local body elections with 34 per cent BC reservation as promised. Dharmana Prasada Rao said the state government knew that aggregate reservations could not ordinarily cross the 50 per cent ceiling, yet issued orders that failed judicial scrutiny. He demanded an unconditional apology to BCs and called for a comprehensive empirical survey through a legally constituted commission rather than ad-hoc exercises or household data collection. Both leaders said that YSRCP Chief and former Chief Minister Y.S. Jagan Mohan Reddy had demonstrated political commitment to BC representation even when statutory reservation faced judicial limitations. During the YSRCP government, BCs received four of 11 Rajya Sabha positions, 28 of 58 MLC positions, six of 13 Zilla Parishad Chairperson posts, nine of 13 Mayor posts, 44 of 84 Municipal Chairperson posts, 239 of 636 Mandal Praja Parishad President posts and 227 of 639 Zilla Parishad Territorial Constituency positions. They said the Telugu Desam Party-led coalition government must stop blaming YSRCP for the loss of BC opportunities and instead explain why it failed to secure a legally sustainable 34 per cent quota. YSRCP would continue its fight until BCs receive statutory reservation and fair political representation, they added.
18 Andhra Pradesh Mementos Featured in PMs E-Auction
These gifts, originally presented to the Prime Minister, are now part of a public auction initiative that supports a larger national cause
NDA will allot 34 pc tickets to Backward Classes in local body polls, says Andhra Pradesh CM
Digital Desk | Amaravati, Oct 9 (IANS) The NDA in Andhra Pradesh will allocate 34 per cent of tickets in the upcoming local body elections to the Backward Classes (BCs), said Chief Minister N. Chandrababu Naidu on Friday after the Supreme Court dismissed the state government's plea challenging the Andhra Pradesh High Court ruling that struck down 34 per cent reservation for BCs in local body elections. The Telugu Desam Party (TDP) President said the ruling alliance will field more than 34 per cent candidates from the BCs. He was addressing a public meeting after distribution of pattadar pass books among farmers at Narsingolu in Prakasam district. Chandrababu Naidu was speaking after the Supreme Court dismissed the state governments petition challenging the High Court order. On October 1, the Andhra Pradesh High Court struck down two government orders providing 34 per cent reservation for BCs in local body elections, holding that the quota breached the 50 per cent ceiling on total reservations. The High Court observed that the aggregate reservation for all categories in local bodies should not exceed 50 per cent in accordance with the Supreme Court's guidelines. Chief Minister Naidu had announced the enhanced quota on August 18, stating that BCs would get 34 per cent reservation in rural local bodies and 33.33 per cent in urban local bodies. Stating that BCs constitute more than 50 per cent of society, the Chief Minister claimed on Friday that they have stood as the backbone and a source of support for the TDP for 45 years. We implemented numerous changes to uplift them politically, economically, and socially. While NTR introduced 24 per cent reservation for BCs in local bodies, I increased it to 34 per cent; however, the previous government reduced it back to 24 per cent, he said. Chandrababu Naidu said when the coalition government tried to increase the reservation again, the YSR Congress Party approached the courts and blocked it. The 'Axe Party' holds an aversion towards BCs. Nevertheless, the NDA alliance will allocate 34 per cent of the seats to them, he said. Under the Mee Bhumi-Mee Hakku programme, the Chief Minister distributed pattadar passbooks among farmers. He said the government was distributing error-free pattadar passbooks. It has so far distributed 40.58 lakh passbooks. In October alone, we gave passbooks with royal seal to over 4 lakh farmers in 790 villages, he said. Targeting YSRCP, Naidu alleged that there was no security of lands in the previous regime. Whether at home or outside, one has to live in fear. It created more problems than ever. A void was created in all systems. We are moving towards development by solving those problems with double engine sarkar, he said.
ED raids 10 places in Odisha, Bengal over Odisha Police SI exam paper leak
Digital Desk | Bhubaneswar, Oct 9 (IANS) The Enforcement Directorate (ED), Bhubaneswar Zone, on Friday launched a search operation at ten places located in Odisha and West Bengal in connection with the leak of the question paper for the Sub-Inspector Recruitment Exam-2024 in Odisha. Sources revealed that searches were being carried out at premises linked to the alleged prime accused Shankar Prusty and his associates involved in the multi-crore SI recruitment scam. The case emanates from an FIR filed by Orissa Police in October 2025 when Orissa Police, on 30.09.2025, intercepted three buses carrying 114 candidates near the bordering area of Ichhapuram (Border town of Andhra Pradesh and Odisha) for leaking the question paper of SI Recruitment Exam scheduled to be conducted on 5th and 6th October 2025, in lieu of cash ranging between Rs.15 to Rs.30 Lakh per candidate, informed ED sources. On the recommendation of Odisha Chief Minister Mohan Charan Majhi, the case, which was being investigated by the Odisha Police Crime Branch, was subsequently transferred to the CBI. ED sources also added that the question paper was allegedly leaked by the persons associated with the entities to whom the work of conducting the exam was assigned. Candidates were approached by the associates, and they were lured for providing the question paper in lieu of money and their original certificates were taken as a guarantee. During the searches, the role of agencies and associate persons are being examined. M/s Silicon Techlab Private Limited and M/s Panchsoft Technology Private Limited and their directors, along with other persons are being covered during the searches, noted ED sources. It is worth noting that the alleged mastermind behind the multi-crore Odisha Police SI recruitment examination scam, Shankar Prusty, was arrested by the Crime Branch team from Uttarakhand in November 2025. Shankar Prusty, a director of Panchsoft Technologies, was nabbed by the sleuths from near the Nepal border in Uttarakhand on Saturday while he was trying to flee the country.
Census 2027: Ensure every individual is counted, says Registrar General
Mrityunjay Kumar Narayan asks census officials in Andhra Pradesh to complete the second phase with accuracy and within deadlines
Local Body Elections Notification To Release After Gazette: SEC Punetha
SEC Anil Chandra Punetha said that the government will issue a gazette notification finalising the reservations for the Andhra Pradesh local body elections, after which the election notification will follow.
CTUAP Guest Faculty Recruitment 2026
Central Tribal University of Andhra Pradesh (CTUAP) has published the Recruitment 2026 notification for 2 Guest Faculty posts. The application process will be conducted from 01 October 2026 to 15 October 2026. For complete details, candidates can visit ctuap.ac.in.
Supreme Court Rejects Andhra Pradesh Governments Petition on 34% Reservation for Backward Classes
The Supreme Court has dismissed Andhra Pradeshs petition challenging the High Courts ruling on 34% reservation for backward classes in local elections. Supreme Court Rejects Andhra Pradesh Governments Petition on 34% Reservation for Backward Classes
Indias AI data centre boom sparks protests over water, power and environmental concerns
Indias push to become a global AI hub is facing growing opposition as tech giants Amazon, Google and Microsoft invest billions in data centres across the country. Residents near these facilities are raising concerns over water consumption, electricity demand, noise and the loss of green spaces. From Mumbai to Andhra Pradesh, communities and environmentalists are questioning the impact of these projects. As Indias AI infrastructure expands, can technological growth come without putting additional pressure on local resources and communities?
SC dismisses Andhra govt plea against HC order quashing 34 pc BC quota in local bodies
Digital Desk | New Delhi, Oct 9 (IANS) In a setback to the Andhra Pradesh government, the Supreme Court on Friday dismissed its plea challenging the Andhra Pradesh High Court ruling that struck down 34 per cent reservation for Backward Classes (BCs) in local body elections. A Bench of Justices Dipankar Datta and Sheel Nagu questioned the legal basis of the data relied upon by the state government to justify the enhanced BC quota, particularly the findings of a Unified Family Survey. Senior advocate Mukul Rohatgi, appearing for the Andhra Pradesh government, submitted that there was no reason for the High Court to reject the data as unreliable. However, the Justice Datta-led Bench asked the state government to demonstrate where the High Court had erred in holding that the survey data could not form the basis for determining reservation. You show us that this data can be considered. This is a Unified Family Survey -- under what law is this being conducted? the apex court remarked before dismissing the plea, questioning the legal basis for relying on the survey data to justify the enhanced reservation. On October 1, the Andhra Pradesh High Court struck down two government orders providing 34 per cent reservation for BCs in local body elections, holding that the quota breached the 50 per cent ceiling on total reservations. The High Court observed that the aggregate reservation for all categories in local bodies should not exceed 50 per cent in accordance with the Supreme Court's guidelines. The ruling came as a setback to the Chandrababu Naidu-led coalition government, as increasing BC reservation in local bodies from 20 per cent to 34 per cent was one of its key promises during the 2024 Assembly elections. Chief Minister N. Chandrababu Naidu had announced the enhanced quota on August 18, stating that BCs would get 34 per cent reservation in rural local bodies and 33.33 per cent in urban local bodies. Following the High Court's ruling, CM Naidu directed officials to immediately approach the Supreme Court to challenge the decision. The High Court had also directed the state government and the State Election Commission to initiate the process for local body elections within six weeks. It dismissed petitions seeking a direction to conduct the elections only after completion of the ongoing Special Intensive Revision (SIR) of electoral rolls in the state.
Supreme Court upholds Andhra Pradesh High Court judgment on BC reservations
A Bench of Justices Dipankar Datta and Sheel Nagu calls the High Court order very reasonable and says there was no empirical data to justify breaching the 50% ceiling
Centre Likely to Finalise Critical Minerals Stockpiling Policy in a Month
The government is also working on four dedicated critical minerals processing parks across Gujarat, Maharashtra, Andhra Pradesh and Odisha to fast-track value addition for key battery materials
'Drunk men around': Last call by Assam woman found dead in AP
A tragic incident has unfolded as an Assam woman, Himashree Boro, was found dead near railway tracks in Andhra Pradesh, prompting her family to allege murder and question railway safety and RPF response after she reported feeling unsafe on the train.
SC Dismisses AP Govt's Plea on BC Quota in Local Body Polls
The Supreme Court dismissed the Andhra Pradesh government's Special Leave Petition (SLP) and upheld the High Court's order striking down the 34% Backward Classes (BC) reservation in local body elections
Naidu hails Modis 25 years of public service as inspiring, transformative
Chief Minister N. Chandrababu Naidu says under PM Narendra Modis leadership India transformed into a global power; he also raises several key issues concerning the development of Andhra Pradesh and briefs him on major development projects being implemented in the State
When childhood feels unsafe: POCSO cases in A.P.s Rayalseema
Rayalaseemas POCSO cases reveal a troubling mix of vulnerability, silence and delayed intervention, even as police investigations become more technology-driven, reports K. Umashanker. Andhra Pradesh recorded a decline in cases in 2025, but Chittoor saw a rise while Anantapur and Kurnool recorded falls. With 5,408 cases pending in exclusive POCSO courts, forensic delays, staff shortages, stigma and fear continue to test the promise of speedy justice, while experts stress prevention, early reporting and stronger child-protection systems.
Hyderabad techie loses Rs 22 lakh to extortion by loan agents
Hyderabad: A 38-year-old Hyderabad-based software engineer approached the cybercrime police, alleging that loan app agents extorted Rs 22 lakh from him. The complainant, who is a resident of Kukatpally, informed the police that the agents threatened to send abusive and obscene messages about him to his family and friends. The victim had borrowed over Rs 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 tops India in egg production with 2,739 crore eggs in FY25
The State government plans to strengthen poultry farming, expand markets for poultry products and encourage greater egg consumption to support farmers.
Andhra Pradesh tops India in egg production with 2,739 crore eggs in FY25
The State government plans to strengthen poultry farming, expand markets for poultry products and encourage greater egg consumption to support farmers.
Daily power demand rises to 290 MU in Andhra Pradesh, says Energy Minister Ravi Kumar
Apart from increasing power generation by AP-Genco, additional electricity is being procured through other sources to ensure uninterrupted supply, he says
Dr Reddys Laboratories receives two observations for Andhra Pradesh facility
The US health regulator completed a Pre-Approval Inspection (PAI) at the company's FTO-11 manufacturing unit from October 5-7, Dr Reddy's Laboratories said in a regulatory filing on Thursday.
Chandrababu Naidu meets PM Modi, seeks national water grid by interlinking rivers
Andhra Pradesh Chief Minister N Chandrababu Naidu met with Prime Minister Narendra Modi to discuss drought issues, highlighting the significant impact of the El Nino effect on Andhra Pradesh's agriculture sector. Naidu proposed the creation of a national water grid through river interlinking across southern states.
Andhra CM Naidu meets PM Modi, raises key development issues of state
Andhra Pradesh Chief Minister N Chandrababu Naidu on Friday met Prime Minister Narendra Modi and raised several key issues concerning the development of the state. Naidu also briefed the prime minister on the major development projects in Andhra Pradesh, its economic situation, and issues relating to agriculture and irrigation. Chief Minister of Andhra Pradesh, Shri Chandrababu Naidu, met Prime Minister Narendra Modi, the prime minister's office posted on X. Congratulating Modi on completing 25 years as head of government, Naidu praised him for the rare achievement of serving the nation and lauded his inspirational leadership as both chief minister of Gujarat and the prime minister, an Andhra Pradesh government statement said. On irrigation, Naidu discussed the latest status of the Polavaram project and detailed the benefits of linking the Godavari and Cauvery rivers. He said the Godavari-Cauvery river-linking project would ensure adequate water availability to the southern stat
Probe Ordered Into Irregularities in Centres Sheep, Goats Scheme in AP
Allegations of irregularities in implementation of sheep and goats scheme under the National Livestock Mission (NLM) have prompted the Animal Husbandry department to order field-level investigation across all districts in Andhra Pradesh.
AP, Maharashtra Explore Maritime Cooperation
Maharashtra minister Nitesh Rane shows interest in adopting Andhra Pradeshs maritime practices
Andhra Pradesh secured Rs 22 lakh crore investment in 28 months: Chandrababu Naidu
Digital Desk | New Delhi/Amaravati, Oct 8 (IANS) Andhra Pradesh secured investments totalling Rs 22 lakh crore during the past 28 months, Chief Minister Nara Chandrababu Naidu said on Thursday. The state government is moving forward with the Build AP motto, aiming to transform Andhra Pradesh into the country's premier destination for investments, industries, and employment generation, he said at the CII Partnership Summit 2026 curtain-raiser event in New Delhi, in the presence of Union Commerce and Industry Minister Piyush Goyal. According to an official release, Naidu briefed industrialists on investment opportunities in the state, the support provided by the Centre, ongoing projects across various sectors, and the future roadmap. The Chief Minister noted that agreements worth Rs 13.50 lakh crore were signed during the partnership summit held last year, emphasising that the focus is not merely on signing MoUs but on converting them into tangible investments. He said prominent companies, such as ArcelorMittal and Google, are setting up operations in Andhra Pradesh. The industrial incentives escrow account, as previously declared, would be launched on November 12-13, he said, and revealed that the NALA Act, which posed a hurdle to investments, has been repealed. He affirmed that Andhra Pradesh is ready to immediately implement any policy that fosters state progress. The Chief Minister noted that Speed of Doing Business is being implemented to capitalise on the immense opportunities available in the agriculture, industrial, and service sectors. He stated that interconnecting the Godavari, Krishna, Penna, Tungabhadra, and Cauvery rivers would eliminate water scarcity for Andhra Pradesh, Karnataka, and Tamil Nadu. He mentioned the goal of transforming Rayalaseema into a global horticulture hub and reiterated the aim of making Andhra Pradesh a gateway to Southeast Asia. He told investors that agreements for generating 110 gigawatts of power have already been signed as part of the 500-gigawatt green energy target and mentioned plans to establish a green energy transmission corridor. He further revealed that Mazagon Dockyard Limited has come forward to set up a shipbuilding centre at Dugarajapatnam, while Goa Shipyard has agreed to establish a shipbuilding facility at Machilipatnam. He highlighted that the state's revenue has increased significantly due to the implementation of AI-based technology in GST tax collection. CM Naidu also requested the Central government to establish an international-standard convention centre to host CII partnership summits. He stated that Prime Minister Narendra Modi is playing a key role in strengthening the nation across all sectors. He congratulated the Prime Minister for his 25 years of uninterrupted public service. He noted that the Prime Minister played a pivotal role in establishing digital infrastructure across the country. He made a mention of India ranking second globally in terms of its magnificent road network and holding a significant position in its railway network. He stated that the Central government and Prime Minister Modi have been proactive in supporting Andhra Pradesh, providing financial assistance for various projects, including the Polavaram project and the construction of the Amaravati capital. Union Minister Goyal stated that Andhra Pradesh plays a crucial role in India's development journey and remains a key destination for entrepreneurs and industrialists. He praised visionary leader Chandrababu Naidu for embracing technology as early as 1998 and creating vast opportunities within the state. He mentioned that Prime Minister Modi and the Central government are extending full support for Andhra Pradesh's development as a 'Sunrise State.' He noted that a Google data centre is being established in Visakhapatnam, alongside a Quantum Computing Valley in Amaravati. He emphasised that the Centre and the states are working together as 'Team India' for the nation's development. He observed that Andhra Pradesh is attracting massive investments by leveraging the opportunities provided by the Centre. He appealed to industrialists to attend the investment summit in Visakhapatnam and explore investment opportunities in the state. CII Director General Chandrajit Banerjee and President R. Mukundan participated in the meeting.
CM Naidu meets PM Modi, seeks support for Andhra projects
Digital Desk | Amaravati, Oct 8 (IANS) Andhra Pradesh Chief Minister N. Chandrababu Naidu on Thursday met Prime Minister Narendra Modi in Delhi and sought the Centres support for major infrastructure projects in the state. The Chief Minister raised several key issues concerning the development of Andhra Pradesh. According to an official release here, he briefed the Prime Minister on major development projects in the State, its economic situation, and issues relating to agriculture and irrigation. On irrigation, the Chief Minister discussed the latest status of the Polavaram project and explained the benefits of linking the Godavari and Cauvery rivers. He said that the GodavariCauvery river-linking project would ensure adequate water availability to the southern States of Andhra Pradesh, Telangana, Tamil Nadu and Karnataka. The Chief Minister said that road networks and power grids had been developed across the country under NDA governments and that taking forward the river-linking project could pave the way for the creation of a national water grid. The Chief Minister said extensive arrangements were being made in Andhra Pradesh for the Godavari Pushkarams to be held in 2027. He requested the Prime Minister to provide financial assistance for the development projects being undertaken for the Pushkarams. He said devotees from not only the two Telugu States but also from across the country and abroad were expected to attend the Godavari Pushkarams. The Chief Minister informed the Prime Minister that Andhra Pradesh had recorded 53 per cent deficit rainfall due to El Nio impact, which had severely affected the agricultural sector. He explained the measures being taken by the State Government to mitigate the impact of drought. The Chief Minister sought the Centres support for major infrastructure projects in Andhra Pradesh, including the proposed Outer Ring Road in the capital Amaravati. He requested approval for the Visakhapatnam Metro and also briefed the Prime Minister on the proposed Beach Road project. The Chief Minister also explained the objectives of the Swarna Andhra2047 Vision, which seeks to ensure that the benefits of development reach all sections of society. Chandrababu also briefed the Prime Minister on the objectives of the Global Horticulture Hub recently launched at Madanapalle with the support of the Centre. He informed him that the foundation stone had been laid for the Indian School of Agriculture, on the lines of the Indian School of Business. Congratulating the Prime Minister on completing 25 years as head of the government, Chandrababu Naidu stated that he was transforming India into a global power through foresight, clear goals, decisive action and effective governance. The Chief Minister praised PM Modis rare achievement in serving the nation and lauded his inspirational leadership as both Chief Minister and Prime Minister. The Chief Minister particularly appreciated the Prime Ministers emphasis on cooperative federalism, making the States partners in the journey towards Viksit Bharat. He said PM Modi had also enhanced Indias stature and credibility in international affairs.
Free Power For Authorised Durga Puja Pandals Across AP
Andhra Pradesh announced free electricity for authorised Durga puja pandals during Dasara, with separate power limits for rural and urban areas.
Andhra Pradesh gets national recognition for attracting investments in green energy sector
NREDCAP Vice-Chairman & Managing Director Kamalakar Babu receives the Leadership State in Renewable Energy Investment Mobilisation Award from Union Minister Pralhad Joshi, at Windergy India 2026 conference held in Chennai
Dr. Reddys facility in Andhra Pradesh gets 2 U.S. FDA observations
The company will address the observations within the stipulated timeline.
Dr. Reddys facility in Andhra Pradesh gets 2 U.S. FDA observations
The company will address the observations within the stipulated timeline.
Maharashtra Minister lauds Andhra Pradeshs model of developing greenfield ports
Nitesh Rane and A.P. Minister for Infrastructure and Investments Janardhan Reddy see need for a coordinated approach by the States possessing vast coastlines to tap the immense opportunities in the maritime sector
Maharashtra Minister lauds Andhra Pradeshs model of developing greenfield ports
Nitesh Rane and A.P. Minister for Infrastructure and Investments Janardhan Reddy see need for a coordinated approach by the States possessing vast coastlines to tap the immense opportunities in the maritime sector
Free Power Supply To Durga Puja Pandals In AP: Nara Lokesh
The Government of Andhra Pradesh will provide FREE power supply to all authorised Durga Mandapas across the State for 2026.
Hyderabad Police book 27 for violating Ganesh festival guidelines
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BJP Urges Opposition to Take Legal Action Over Election Commission Protests
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Revanth Reddy, Pawan Kalyan condole Nana Patekar
Hyderabad: Telangana Chief Minister A Revanth Reddy, Union Coal Minister G Kishan Reddy, Andhra Pradesh Deputy Chief Minister Pawan Kalyan and several other leaders and film personalities on Thursday, October 8, condoled the demise of veteran actor Nana Patekar. Patekar died at the age of 75 after suffering a cardiac arrest at his residence 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 .
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The demise of veteran actor Nana Patekar has prompted condolences from political leaders across the country, who remembered the actor for his contribution to Indian cinema, distinctive performances and outspoken personality. Congress leader Rahul Gandhi expressed grief over Nana Patekars passing, calling the news extremely heartbreaking. The news of the demise of the renowned actor Nana Patekar ji is extremely heartbreaking. Through his acting and characters, he has left an indelible mark on Indian cinema and in the hearts of audiences, Rahul Gandhi wrote. He also offered his condolences to Nanas family, friends and supporters. , https://t.co/viL4KsVYhI Rahul Gandhi (@RahulGandhi) October 8, 2026 Smriti Irani remembers Nana Patekar as Dada Former Union Minister Smriti Irani shared a deeply personal tribute to Nana Patekar, revealing that she addressed him as Dada while the world knew him as Nana Patekar. Dada. Thats what I called him, while the world knew him as Nana Patekar, she wrote. Recalling their conversations, Irani remembered how Nana would call her without formalities and greet her with, Kahan hai re? She also recalled introducing young talent to him over the phone and said he would always respond with warmth despite his famously gruff exterior. Irani also remembered Nana cooking for her and spoke about their last conversation, when he asked her, Aa re Pune, kadhi yeshil? She translated it as, Come to Pune, when will you visit? I said, Soon. Guess was not soon enough, she wrote. Dada. Thats what I called him, while the world knew him as Nana Patekar. His calls were as random as they were precious. No formalities, no pleasantries. Just that familiar voice Kahan hai re? We barely ever photographed our moments together. Perhaps because one could never imagine there would come a day when photographs would be all I am left with. I would call him out of the blue, sometimes just to put him on the phone with young talent who admired the legend. And he would oblige, with all the warmth that lay beneath that unmistakably gruff exterior. Today, among the memories I hold closest is one of him cooking for me. No special occasion . Just Dada, being Dada. Our last conversation still echoes in my ears. Aa re Pune, kadhi yeshil? Come to Pune, when will you visit? I said, Soon. Guess was not soon enough. See you on the other side, Dada. Smriti Z Irani (@smritiirani) October 8, 2026 Rajnath Singh calls his death an irreparable loss Defence Minister Rajnath Singh described Nana Patekars passing as an irreparable loss to Indian cinema and highlighted his versatility and intensity as a performer. Few actors possessed his extraordinary versatility and intensity, Singh wrote, while recalling Nanas work in films such as Ankush, Prahaar and Krantiveer. Rajnath Singh also remembered Nanas voice, screen presence and ability to portray vastly different characters, adding that his contribution to Indian cinema would continue to inspire generations. The passing of veteran actor Nana Patekar is an irreparable loss to Indian cinema. Few actors possessed his extraordinary versatility and intensity. He could make audiences laugh with impeccable comic timing, yet in films like Ankush, Prahaar, and Krantiveer he brought a rawness and gravitas that made every character unforgettable. His voice, presence and ability to inhabit completely different worlds made him truly unique. Nana Patekar was not merely an actor; he was an institution in himself. His remarkable contribution to Indian cinema will continue to inspire generations. My heartfelt condolences to his family, friends and countless admirers. May his soul rest in peace. Om Shanti! Rajnath Singh (@rajnathsingh) October 8, 2026 Pawan Kalyan recalls Nanas memorable performances Andhra Pradesh Deputy Chief Minister Pawan Kalyan also offered his condolences, describing Nana Patekar as an exceptional actor who brought remarkable depth and authenticity to his characters. Kalyan specifically remembered Nanas performance in Krantiveer and listed films including Parinda, Khamoshi, Tirangaa, Agni Sakshi, Natsamrat, Ab Tak Chhappan and Apaharan among his memorable works. He also highlighted Nanas association with the Indian Army and his service to the nation, describing it as a reflection of his patriotism and commitment. Condolences on the Passing of Shri Nana Patekar Ji I convey my deepest condolences on the passing of renowned actor Shri Nana Patekar Ji. I pray to the Almighty for his soul to rest in peace and convey my heartfelt sympathies to his family and loved ones. Shri Nana Patekar Ji was an exceptional actor who brought remarkable depth and authenticity to every character he portrayed. His unforgettable performance in Krantiveer remains etched in the memories of cinema lovers. Parinda, Khamoshi, Tirangaa, Agni Sakshi, Natsamrat, Ab Tak Chhappan and Apaharan are among the many memorable works in his illustrious career. His association with the Indian Army and his service to the nation further reflected his deep sense of patriotism and commitment. My heartfelt condolences to his family, friends and countless admirers. May his soul rest in peace. - @PawanKalyan @PIB_India @IPR_AP @pibvijayawada Deputy CMO, Andhra Pradesh (@APDeputyCMO) October 8, 2026 Assam CM pays tribute to Nanas outspoken persona Assam Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma also mourned Nana Patekars death. Referring to the actor by his birth name, Vishwanath Patekar, Sarma wrote that he was more than a versatile actor and called him a true nationalist. Of all his roles, we'll miss most the ones where he held up a mirror to society with his plain speak, on screen and off, Sarma wrote, adding, Voices like his come once in a generation. Vishwanath Patekar was more than a versatile actor; he was a true nationalist. Of all his roles, we'll miss most the ones where he held up a mirror to society with his plain speak, on screen and off. Voices like his come once in a generation. Om Shanti https://t.co/nRPphZSMUG Himanta Biswa Sarma (@himantabiswa) October 8, 2026 Arvind Kejriwal remembers Nanas 90s legacy Former Delhi Chief Minister Arvind Kejriwal said he was shocked and deeply saddened by Nana Patekars passing. Kejriwal remembered the actors classic films from the 1990s and said they had left a mark on an entire generation. He didn't just act, he truly lived his characters. His distinguished style will forever remain etched in our hearts, he wrote. Shocked and deeply saddened to hear about the passing of the legendary Nana Patekar ji. It is so hard to believe he is no more. May his family and loved ones find strength during this difficult hour. His classic hits from the 90s left a mark on an entire generation. He didn't just act.. he truly lived his characters. His distinguished style will forever remain etched in our hearts. Om Shanti Arvind Kejriwal (@ArvindKejriwal) October 8, 2026 Nana Patekars Death Nana Patekar passed away at the age of 75 at 5:20 AM after suffering a severe cardiac arrest at his residence. According to Dr. Shekhar Salkar, Chief of the Oncology Department at Manipal Hospital, the actor was brought to the hospital in an unresponsive state and could not be revived despite cardiac massage being performed for around 45 minutes to an hour. Dr. Salkar said Nana had messaged a friend around 2:30 AM saying he was not feeling well. His friend later reached his residence at around 4 AM, after which medical assistance was arranged. The actor was subsequently shifted to the hospital around 4:20 or 4:30 AM. A medico-legal case was registered and Nanas body was taken to Goa Medical College for a post-mortem examination. Nana Patekar began his film career with Gaman in 1978 and went on to deliver acclaimed performances in Salaam Bombay!, Parinda, Prahaar, Krantiveer, Ab Tak Chhappan, Natsamrat and Welcome, among several others. His most recent release was Subedaar, which premiered on Amazon Prime Video in March 2026, while his last substantial theatrical appearance was in Vishal Bhardwajs ORomeo, released in February 2026. As tributes continue to come in, political leaders have joined members of the film fraternity in remembering an actor whose work left a lasting impact on Indian cinema. Also Read:Nana Patekar messaged friend at 2:30 AM saying he was unwell, reveals doctor; adds actor was brought dead to hospital
Andhra CM Naidu meets Union Jal Shakti Minister, discusses Polavaram project's progress
Andhra Pradesh Chief Minister N Chandrababu Naidu met Union Jal Shakti Minister CR Patil and apprised him of the progress of the Polavaram project. He also shared details of the Jal Jeevan Mission and Amarajeevi Jaladhara works recently taken up for Rs 30,000 crore. The Chief Minister urged the Union Minister to ensure timely release of funds for both the projects. As part of his two-day visit to Delhi, the Naidu met CR Patil and explained that Polavaram works are progressing at a fast pace, with the objective of completing the project and dedicating it to the nation by the time of the next Godavari Pushkarams. The Chief Minister also urged the Union Minister to resolve several long-pending issues concerning Odisha and Chhattisgarh. He requested the permanent withdrawal of the Stop Work Order issued by the Ministry of Environment, Forest and Climate Change in connection with the pending public hearings for the protective embankments to be constructed in Odisha and Chhattisgarh as part...
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Tribal Woman From Assam Goes Missing From Train, Body Found In Andhra
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Telangana flags 48 critical road corridors, 230 high-fatality spots
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Telangana govt sanctions 1,108 crore for Omkareshwara Temple
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Andhra Pradesh Governor Launches 77th TB Seal Sale Campaign
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AP Tourism to Introduce AI-Driven Smart Destination Services
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Andhra Pradesh Minister Nar Lokesh Offers Prayers for PM Modi in Amaravati Temple
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Andhra Pradesh: Power Department Issues 627 Compassionate Appointments
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Ministers pitch Andhra Pradesh as global manufacturing hub at CII regional summit in Vizag
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Major Ganja Seizure By Telangana's EAGLE Force
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Onion prices dip as fresh crop flows into markets
Digital Desk | New Delhi, Oct 7 (IANS) The outlook for onion availability has strengthened considerably with robust market arrivals and the commencement of fresh Kharif supplies, with the improving supply position already translating into a broad-based moderation in prices of the staple vegetable across mandis and major consumer markets, the Ministry of Consumer Affairs, Food & Public Distribution said on Wednesday. The weighted average mandi price in Maharashtra has declined by nearly 13 per cent, from around Rs 4,030 per quintal on September 16 to about Rs 3,475 per quintal on October 3. The sustained moderation in mandi prices indicates that the increase in market arrivals is translating into improved supply conditions, a ministry statement said. The easing trend is also visible across retail markets. As many as 126 cities have reported a decline of Rs 121 per kg in retail onion prices over the past two weeks, with moderation observed in major consuming states, it said. Fresh Kharif onion arrivals have commenced from major producing states, including Karnataka, Andhra Pradesh, and Rajasthan, while availability from stored stocks continues to meet market demands. Arrivals from these producing regions are expected to increase further in the coming weeks, improving overall availability in the consuming markets during the upcoming festive season, the statement said. The production outlook for the Kharif crop is encouraging. All-India Kharif onion acreage is estimated to be around 5 per cent higher than last year's already strong level, with crop conditions remaining favourable across major producing regions. The rainfall outlook by IMD during the harvesting period also provides support to the crop, with no forecast of excessive rains in key Kharif onion regions in the coming weeks to facilitate harvesting, drying, and movement of onions and reduce the risk of moisture-related crop damage. The government is also augmenting supplies to consuming centres through buffer stock release. As on date, the government has disposed off more than 2.0 lakh Quintals through 8 Kanda Express and 467 trucks across 123 cities and is planning to deploy additional rail rakes, enabling larger quantities of onions to reach high-consumption markets. These efforts are being further strengthened ahead of the festive season, with additional rail movements being planned to improve the speed and efficiency of supply distribution, the statement said. The combination of fresh Kharif arrivals, availability from stored stocks and continued movement of buffer onions to consumption centres provides multiple channels of supply to the market. The government is maintaining close oversight of arrivals, stocks and price movements and is taking appropriate measures to facilitate orderly distribution and adequate availability wherever required, the statement added.
How Pak women honey-trap Indian Navy personnel for secrets
Andhra Pradesh police have revealed that female Pakistan Intelligence Operatives (PIOs) are actively targeting Indian defence personnel through social media, honey traps, and financial inducements to extract sensitive information. Under Operation Firewall-2026, two individuals, including a naval staffer, were arrested for allegedly spying for Pakistan, with 13 naval personnel among 18 suspects involved in the espionage conspiracy.
Female Pak Intel Operatives Targeting Indian Defence Personnel: AP Police
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Ktaka: BJP seeks release of disability honorarium, urges hike to Rs 5,000
Digital Desk | Bengaluru, Oct 7 (IANS Senior Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) leader and Leader of the Opposition in the Karnataka Legislative Assembly R. Ashoka on Wednesday demanded the immediate release of the disability honorarium withheld across the state for the past five months and urged the government to raise it to Rs 5,000 a month on the Andhra Pradesh model. He has also written a letter to the Chief Secretary and the Revenue Department in this regard. Ashoka expressed outrage over the withholding of the honorarium on the pretext of revision and verification, terming the move inhuman and unpardonable. He said revision was an ongoing process and administrative lapses should not be a reason to stop financial assistance. Most persons with disabilities depend on this honorarium for medicines and monthly essential expenses, Ashoka said in a letter to the Chief Secretary and Principal Secretary of the Revenue Department. He added that withholding the assistance was adversely affecting their daily lives. Ashoka also sought job security for about 6,000 MRW, VRW and URW workers who have been serving for 19 years. He said these workers play a key role at the rural level in taking government schemes and services to eligible beneficiaries. It may be noted that MRW, VRW and URW workers are differently abled and senior citizen rehabilitation workers employed under the Department for the Empowerment of Differently Abled and Senior Citizens in Karnataka. He urged the government to examine, as a special case, the possibility of regularising their services in the Department for the Empowerment of Differently Abled and Senior Citizens and place a proposal before the Cabinet. Workers of the Nava Karnataka MRW/VRW/URW Disability Honorarium Workers' Association, along with persons with disabilities, have been observing an indefinite fast near the Ramanagara Deputy Commissioner's office. Ashoka said he had visited the protest site as Leader of the Opposition and received their memorandum. He criticised the government for failing to send any representative to meet the protesters. In view of the health condition of those observing the fast, he urged the government to immediately send senior officials to the protest site, receive the memorandum and facilitate the withdrawal of the protest. Ashoka said the issue was not merely about releasing the pending honorarium or providing job security to the workers, but also concerned the availability of human resources required for government services to reach people in rural areas effectively. He asked the Chief Secretary to set a clear deadline for the Revenue Department and other concerned officials, convene an immediate meeting to consider the association's demands and direct swift action. He also sought a written communication on the action taken on the demands. Among his key demands were the immediate release of the honorarium for all withheld months, raising the monthly amount to Rs 5,000, job security for about 6,000 MRW/VRW/URW workers, and examination of their regularisation in the department, besides fixing a deadline for the Revenue Department and deputing senior officials to the Ramanagara protest site.
Naidu To Seek Approvals For Vizag Metro, Other Projects In Delhi Visit
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Chandrababu Naidu and Pawan Kalyan Congratulate PM Modi on 25 Years of Service
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Honey Trap, Hidden Handlers: Andhra Police Crack Alleged Pak Spy Network Inside Navy Circles
The Andhra Pradesh Police have arrested two people, including a Navy employee, in an alleged Pakistan-linked espionage case. Investigators say 18 people are under scrutiny, and 13 of them are naval personnel. Officials described the case as an espionage conspiracy prejudicial to national security. All of this is at the investigation stage, and no one [] The post Honey Trap, Hidden Handlers: Andhra Police Crack Alleged Pak Spy Network Inside Navy Circles appeared first on Tfipost.com .
Andhra Pradesh Chief Minister N Chandrababu Naidu is planning a two-day visit to Delhi starting Wednesday afternoon. He will meet with Prime Minister Narendra Modi and various Union Ministers to discuss critical state projects. During these meetings, Naidu aims to seek financial assistance for drought relief efforts caused by El Nino. He is also expected to discuss the Visakhapatnam Metro Rail project and river-linking initiatives.
Chandrababu Hails PM Modi As He Completes 25 Years In Office
Andhra Pradesh Chief Minister N Chandrababu Naidu on Wednesday praised Prime Minister Narendra Modi, describing India as fortunate to have the ight leader, at the right time, and in the right place.
Operation Firewall-2026 has placed 18 people, including 13 suspected Navy personnel, under the scanner in a Pakistan-linked espionage probe across 10 states and Union Territories. Andhra Pradesh Counter-Intelligence officials have arrested two suspects, including a civilian contract driver in Visakhapatnam and a suspected Navy employee in Coimbatore, while investigations into the remaining 16 continue.
PM Modis remarkable journey of leadership sustained by public trust: Chandrababu Naidu
Digital Desk | Amaravati, Oct 7 (IANS) As Prime Minister Narendra Modi completes 25 years in executive office on Wednesday, Andhra Pradesh Chief Minister N. Chandrababu Naidu has termed his journey of leadership sustained by public trust remarkable. In an article published in The Hindu, the Telugu Desam Party (TDP) supremo heaped praise on the Prime Minister, saying such stable leadership cannot sustain itself for 25 years merely through politics. It requires trust. Mr. Modi has earned that trust through an established track record, impeccable personal integrity and tireless self-discipline, writes CM Naidu. In todays world, public leaders effectively live in glass houses. Every decision and every action can be seen and questioned. To retain the confidence of people over decades under such scrutiny is an achievement in itself. Mr. Modi brings a unique ability to understand peoples aspirations, translate them into action and communicate those results back to the people. The Chief Minister believes that few leaders are given the opportunity to shape a generation. Rarer still are those who can shape the destiny of a nation. After 25 years of leadership, Mr. Modis greatest contribution may ultimately be that he made India believe once again in the scale of its own possibilities -- and gave the nation the leadership to turn that belief into reality, he observed. CM Naidu, whose party is a key partner in the Modi government, wrote that, in his 48 years in public life, he saw political parties rise and fall. I have seen leaders emerge with great promise and fade away. I have seen governments change, economies transform and technology alter our lives beyond recognition. One lesson has become increasingly clear to me: ultimately, leadership matters. In todays world, technology, knowledge, capital and ideas are freely available. But the true differentiator for nations is leadership -- one with vision, integrity, credibility and the ability to execute. On October 7, 2026, Prime Minister Narendra Modi completes 25 uninterrupted years in executive office -- first as Chief Minister of Gujarat and, since 2014, as the Prime Minister of India. It is a remarkable journey of leadership sustained by public trust. Through changing circumstances, Mr. Modi has remained remarkably consistent in his purpose: the development of India and the empowerment of its people, writes the Chief Minister. Chandrababu Naidu also pointed out that the world around us has been turbulent with global financial crisis, a once-in-a-century pandemic, wars, geopolitical realignments, technological disruption and economic uncertainty. Several democracies have experienced frequent changes of leadership and consequent policy uncertainty. Through all this, India has remained steady at the wheel and an oasis of economic hope, he said. The TDP chief credited Prime Minister Modis leadership for India expanding infrastructure at an unprecedented pace, strengthening welfare delivery, embracing technology and emerging with greater confidence on the world stage. He noted that over the last decade, Indias National Highway network has expanded from about 91,287 kilometres in 2014 to more than 1,46,000 km. The airport network has grown from 74 airports in 2014 to over 160. Railway electrification has accelerated dramatically. Indias installed renewable energy capacity has now reached nearly 296 GW, including large hydro, with solar alone crossing 168 GW. Infrastructure today is being conceived not as isolated projects but as an integrated national network through initiatives such as PM Gati Shakti (Prime Minister Gati Shakti - National Master Plan for Multi-Modal Connectivity). At the same time, Indias welfare architecture has expanded basic security and dignity. Around 80 crore people receive free foodgrains, including five kilograms a person per month for eligible priority households. Tapwater coverage in rural homes has risen from about 17% in 2019 to over 82%. An estimated 24.8 crore Indians moved out of multidimensional poverty between 2013-14 and 2022-23. The significance lies not only in the scale of these programmes, but in their reach. Technology has enabled the State to deliver basic entitlements more directly, transparently and at a scale that was once unimaginable. Tech-savvy Naidu was also all praise for PM Modi for his deep appreciation of technology and its role in transforming India. He understands emerging technologies, adopts them early and, more importantly, applies them to nation-building. He sees technology as a tool to improve governance, empower people, create opportunities and accelerate development. Indias Digital Public Infrastructure has shown how technology can democratise access to banking, welfare and public services at unprecedented scale. This deep appreciation of technology has enabled him to launch a host of frontier policies aimed at making India take a giant leap and put it in the league of global tech titans. Indias quantum mission, semi-conductor mission, and a host of Production Linked Incentive (PLI) schemes across electronics and advanced manufacturing are instances of this vision. Referring to Indias space sector, CM Naidu said by opening the sector to private enterprise and creating an enabling ecosystem, the government has unleashed a new generation of entrepreneurs. As a Chief Minister first and then a Prime Minister, Mr. Modi has a strong belief in Team India. He knows that India cannot be transformed from Delhi alone. Growth needs to be decentralised with States and cities competing. His emphasis on cooperative and competitive federalism has given States a larger role in Indias development journey, writes CM Naidu. The Andhra Pradesh Chief Minister also claimed that in PM Modis tenure, Indias stature abroad has also changed profoundly. Today, Indias voice is heard with greater respect on global platforms. India protects its national interest while engaging with different centres of global power, preserves strategic autonomy while building deeper partnerships, and projects its civilisational confidence as a modern, technology-driven nation. India today is among the worlds fastest-growing major economies. But I believe the most consequential phase of our journey is still ahead. Highlighting Indias strengths like demographic dividend, an extraordinary entrepreneurial energy, technological capabilities and an ambitious young generation, he said that if the right decisions are made now, the benefits will last for centuries. This is why leadership at this moment assumes historic importance. Twenty-five years have established his record. The next 20 years can establish Indias place in history. The true significance of these 25 years, however, will be judged by what they enable India to achieve next. Mr. Modi has shifted the countrys development trajectory -- from incrementalism to ambition, from hesitation to confidence, and from managing limitations to believing in possibilities. I am confident that the direction he has set and the institutional momentum created during these years will help India realise its ambition of Viksit Bharat 2047 and reclaim its place among the worlds leading nations, CM Naidu added.
Students seeking counselling at IIT-H rise 74 pc in four years
Hyderabad: The number of students seeking mental-health support at the Indian Institute of Technology-Hyderabad (IIT-H) has risen 74 per cent in four years, from 290 in 2021 to 505 in 2025, according to records obtained under the Right to Information (RTI) Act. The Times of India, which filed the RTI application, reported that the institutes 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 Counter Intelligence dismantles cross-border spy ring
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The Andhra Pradesh Counter Intelligence Cell has uncovered a nationwide cross-border espionage network targeting vital defence establishments and strategic locations in Visakhapatnam and across the country. The network was neutralised through a swift, multi-state strike designated Operation Firewall - 2026. An investigation registered at the Counter Intelligence Police Station, Vijayawada, revealed that Pakistan Intelligence Operatives systematically targeted individuals using fake social media accounts, indecent proposals, and honeytraps, according to a press release. To facilitate the espionage ring, compromised local networks provided Indian mobile number OTPs to help foreign operatives activate WhatsApp accounts, while illicit payments were funnelled through foreign cryptocurrency transfers and local traders. The Pakistan Intelligence Operatives (PIOs) would attempt to honeytrap the personnel and induce them to share sensitive Defence information, including movement of ships and...
PM Modi's 25 years in leadership reflect India's transformation, rising ambitions: CM Naidu
Digital Desk | Hyderabad, Oct 7 (IANS) Andhra Pradesh Chief Minister N. Chandrababu Naidu on Wednesday highlighted how Prime Minister Narendra Modi's 25 years in leadership reflect India's transformation and its rising national ambitions. Prime Minister Narendra Modi marks 25 years of uninterrupted leadership as head of government, beginning with his oath as Gujarat Chief Minister on October 7, 2001, and continuing through three terms as Prime Minister of India. In an opinion article in The Hindu, Naidu said, In my 48 years in public life, I have seen governments change, economies transform, technologies disrupt the world, and leaders rise and fall. One lesson has only become clearer with time: leadership matters. As Prime Minister Modi completes 25 uninterrupted years in executive office, the Andhra Chief Minister said, I reflect on what makes his journey exceptional - clarity of vision, integrity, discipline, attention to detail and, above all, the ability to execute. He said that whether through a pandemic, wars, geopolitical uncertainty, or rapid technological change, India has remained steady at the wheel. We have expanded infrastructure at an unprecedented pace, strengthened welfare delivery, embraced technology, encouraged enterprise and emerged with greater confidence on the world stage, Naidu posted on X. Few leaders get the opportunity to shape a generation. Rarer still are those who help shape the destiny of a nation, he added. In the article, Naidu mentioned, As a Chief Minister first and then a Prime Minister, Mr Modi has a strong belief in 'Team India'. He knows that India cannot be transformed from Delhi alone. During PM Modi's tenure, the Andhra CM said India's stature abroad has also changed profoundly. Today, India's voice is heard with greater respect on global platforms. India protects its national interest while engaging with different centres of global power, preserves strategic autonomy while building deeper partnerships, and projects its civilisational confidence as a modern, technology-driven nation, he added. Mr Modi's 25 years in executive leadership have demonstrated the qualities such a moment demands. Twenty-five years have established his record. The next 20 years can establish India's place in history, Naidu said.
J&K GCC Summit 2026: The Arithmetic of a Capability Centre
Ask the chief financial officer of a Global Capability Centre what it costs to run. The answer begins with people. Salaries and benefits take the largest share of a centre's annual budget. Rent and technology account for most of the remainder. Plant and machinery barely feature. That simple fact should shape how Jammu and Kashmir competes for the sector. And that simple fact is what the J&K Government is going to position at the J&K GCC Summit 2026, being organised by Government of J&K and IIM Jammu. A capability centre is a ten-year commitment to recurring cost. The location decision turns on what the centre will cost to run in its fifth and eighth years, discounted to today. The one-time cost of setting up is a minor line in that calculation. We have 55 investors from the worlds leading Fortune 500 GCC and GCC-enabling companies and Indias leading multinationals descending at IIM Jammu on 9-10 October for the Summit. And each one of them perhaps already knows that a capital subsidy, however generous, only addresses the smallest part of the problem. A subsidy is easy to announce, and it makes good PR. But what moves a location decision is sustained relief on recurring cost. That means employment-linked support for each professional hired and retained, a defined share of payroll cost reimbursed for a limited period, lease rental assistance, electricity duty exemption, stamp duty relief on leases and a grant for each candidate trained and placed. Outcome-linked support also has a fiscal property that capital subsidies lack. Its cost rises only when jobs rise. The exposure of the exchequer is therefore bounded by success and can be budgeted year by year against verified employment. A capital subsidy is paid at the start, whatever happens afterwards. Recovering it from a centre that underperforms is slow and uncertain. Retention is the second variable. Here Jammu and Kashmir holds a structural advantage. Consider an illustrative centre of 500 professionals. At an annual attrition rate of 20 percent it must replace 100 people every year. At 10 percent it replaces 50. Over a decade, the difference is 500 replacements, equivalent to rebuilding the entire centre once over. Each replacement carries the cost of recruitment, training and months of reduced productivity. Professionals who work in Jammu and Kashmir are, for the most part, working where their families live. The pull of a marginally better offer across town, which drives much of the churn in metropolitan clusters, operates with far less force here. Add office, talent and utility costs well below metropolitan levels, and the Union Territory has a cost position that rests on its own fundamentals. The competition is real. At least eight States have notified dedicated GCC policies, from Karnataka, which moved first, to Haryana in May 2026. Tamil Nadu addresses the sector through a dedicated framework and Andhra Pradesh through its IT policy. Their incentive menus vary widely. So do the thresholds at which benefits begin. A Union Territory without an existing GCC base cannot borrow a threshold designed for a mature cluster. It must set thresholds that a first entrant can realistically meet. J&Ks GCC Policy has been drafted and will be showcased to the prospective GCC multinationals that are attending the J&K GCC Summit. These multinationals will benchmark J&K against the above expected benefits. Be that as it may, we should assess support for the sector in J&K against five rules. First, pay for outcomes. Support from the J&K Government should be attached to jobs created and sustained, payroll actually paid and candidates actually placed, each verified against EPFO and ESIC records. The exchequer should pay for delivery and only after it. Second, setting a horizon. Every incentive should reduce over time and end on a known date, so that a centre's economics is tested on its own profitability rather than continuing purely because of support. Third, avoid paying twice. A Union Territory instrument should fill the gaps left by Central and Union Territory schemes already in force for industry and skilling, chiefly on operating and lease cost and not vice versa. Fourth, weigh the return. At an illustrative average salary of 10 lakh a year, a centre of 500 professionals pays 50 crore in salaries every year, much of it spent locally. It pays stamp duty on its leases. Its local spending and the consumption of its employees generate GST. It supports a comparable number of indirect jobs in facilities, transport and hospitality. For a Union Territory working to strengthen its own revenue base, a sector whose spending stays local is fiscally attractive. Fifth, publish the ledger. The incentives paid and the jobs verified against them should be disclosed every year. Transparency is the cheapest way to sustain public confidence in industrial incentives. But then, the caveat is that no incentive can compensate for an unclear approval timeline, a building that is yet to be built or a talent pipeline that falls short of an employer's requirement. And that is where the J&K Government is ensuring that investors, and not just from the GCC ecosystem, are provided clear approval timelines, assessed and industry-ready talent pool and infrastructure that is plug-and-play ready than bare land. As I mentioned earlier, the J&K GCC Summit 2026 at IIM Jammu on 9 and 10 October gives the Union Territory a rare opportunity to hear from operators what actually can work for us to be considered as the emerging destination for GCCs. Join the conversation and give us your inputs on what may work. Well, this is a first step, and we hope one that goes a million miles. (The writer is Additional Chief Secretary, Finance Department, Government of Jammu and Kashmir)
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