Andhra Pradesh: News
Andhra bus fire: Vehicle had 16 challans for traffic violations
The Kaveri Travels bus that caught fire in Andhra Pradesh's Kurnool district, killing at least 20 passengers, had a long history of traffic violations.
'Only 2-3 were awake': Passengers narrate Kurnool bus fire horror
A Volvo bus carrying 41 passengers from Hyderabad to Bengaluru caught fire in Andhra Pradesh's Kurnool district early Friday morning.
At least 20 burned alive as Hyderabad-Bengaluru bus catches fire
A massive fire broke out on a private Kaveri Travels bus on the Hyderabad-Bengaluru highway near Kurnool, Andhra Pradesh.
Midwest's ₹451cr IPO now open: Should you bid?
Midwest, a leading natural stone exporter, has launched its ₹451-crore initial public offering (IPO) today.
Andhra Pradesh to set up South Asia's first 'Quantum Valley'
Andhra Pradesh is set to become the first state in South Asia to establish a "Quantum Valley." The initiative is being spearheaded by Chief Minister Chandrababu Naidu.
Google announces $15B investment to build AI hub in India
Google has announced plans to invest $15 billion in India over the next five years.
IMD predicts heavy rainfall in southern states till October 18
The India Meteorological Department (IMD) has predicted widespread rainfall and thunderstorms across southern states, including Kerala, Tamil Nadu, Karnataka, Andhra Pradesh, and Telangana, till October 18.
How Trump's tariffs are threatening India's seafood industry
Indian seafood exporters are facing a major crisis after US President Donald Trump slapped a 25% reciprocal tariff on Indian goods in early August.
Google to invest $10B for data center in Visakhapatnam
Google is planning to invest a whopping $10 billion (around ₹88,730 crore) to set up a 1GW data center cluster in Visakhapatnam, according to The Economic Times.
2 Tamil cops arrested for raping Andhra woman selling fruits
Two policemen in Tamil Nadu's Tiruvannamalai district have been arrested and suspended for allegedly gang-raping a 25-year-old woman from Andhra Pradesh.
'Remain fully prepared': Minister as Andhra braces for heavy rain
Andhra Pradesh is bracing for heavy rainfall and strong winds as a deep depression over the Bay of Bengal approaches.
Accenture plans to create 12,000 jobs in Andhra Pradesh
Accenture, a leading tech consultancy firm, has proposed to set up a new campus in Andhra Pradesh.
16 states recorded revenue surplus, Uttar Pradesh tops with ₹37,000cr
The Comptroller and Auditor General (CAG) of India has released a report on state finances for the fiscal year 2022-23.
BJP-TDP allege ₹100cr 'loot' at Tirupati under YSRCP; party responds
The YSR Congress Party (YSRCP) has rejected allegations of a theft at the Tirupati temple during its regime.
₹100cr stolen from Tirupati temple during Jagan Reddy's rule: BJP
A Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) leader has alleged that over ₹100 crore was stolen from the Tirupati temple's donation box during the YS Jagan Mohan Reddy-led YSR Congress regime.
PK's 'OG' sells out at world's second-largest IMAX within minutes!
The excitement for the action film They Call Him OG, aka OG, starring Pawan Kalyan, is at an all-time high with advance bookings opening in select overseas markets on Tuesday.
Monsoon likely to start withdrawing from September 15: IMD
The southwest monsoon is likely to start withdrawing from northwest India around September 15, the India Meteorological Department (IMD) has said.
Nepal unrest: Indian pilgrims attacked, looted near border
A group of Indian pilgrims returning from the Pashupatinath Temple in Kathmandu were attacked on Thursday.
SC seeks Centre, NCERT's response on transgender-inclusive sexuality education
The Supreme Court has sought responses from the Centre, National Council of Educational Research and Training (NCERT), and several states on a petition demanding the inclusion of transgender-inclusive comprehensive sexuality education (CSE) in school curricula.
'Sold one for ₹8L': Monsoon sparks 'diamond rush' in Andhra
Early monsoon rains in the Rayalaseema region of Andhra Pradesh have turned into a treasure hunt for farmers and villagers.
'Pathological liar': Congress responds to Modi's semiconductors promise
Congress MP Jairam Ramesh has responded to Prime Minister Narendra Modi's promise on Independence Day that 'made in India' semiconductor chips will be available in the market by the end of 2025.
'Coolie's opening to outperform 'War 2'? Trade experts reveal
The much-anticipated War 2, starring Hrithik Roshan and Jr. NTR, is set to face stiff competition from the pan-India film Coolie.
ONGC to invest ₹4,600cr in Andhra, generating over 450 jobs
The Oil and Natural Gas Corporation (ONGC) plans to invest over ₹4,600 crore in the Konaseema District of Andhra Pradesh.
JSW Cement's ₹3,600cr IPO opens today: Should you bid?
JSW Cement, a leading player in the construction materials industry, has launched its ₹3,600 crore initial public offering today.
Andhra Pradesh: 6 Odisha migrant workers killed in quarry accident
In a tragic incident, six migrant workers from Odisha were killed at the Satyakrishna Granite Quarry in Andhra Pradesh's Bapatla district on Sunday.
Gadkari lays foundation for projects worth ₹5,233cr in Andhra Pradesh
Union Minister Nitin Gadkari has inaugurated and laid the foundation stone for 29 National Highway (NH) projects in Andhra Pradesh.
Andhra Pradesh offers incentives worth $600M to boost electronics manufacturing
Andhra Pradesh has approved a draft scheme to offer $600 million in incentives for the local manufacturing of electronic components.
Andhra minister's brother slaps cop at temple over entry refusal
Madan Bhupal Reddy, the cousin brother of Andhra Pradesh Minister BC Janardhan Reddy, was caught on camera slapping a police constable at the Sri Lakshmi Narasimha Swamy temple in Kolimigundla, Kurnool district.
Google plans its largest Asian data center in Andhra Pradesh
Google is set to invest a whopping $6 billion in a new 1-gigawatt (GW) data center in Visakhapatnam, Andhra Pradesh.
Why 2 Adani projects have been canceled in Andhra Pradesh
The Andhra Pradesh government has terminated two pumped hydro storage power projects of Adani Green Energy Ltd (AGEL) at the company's request.
Over 7,000 suspected heatstroke cases reported in India this summer
India has witnessed a staggering 7,192 suspected cases of heatstroke only and 14 confirmed deaths due to extreme heat between March 1 and June 24 this year.
Supreme Court issues guidelines to prevent student suicides
The Supreme Court of India has issued a set of 15 guidelines to tackle the alarming rise in student suicides across educational institutions.
India successfully test-fires drone-launched precision-guided missile in Kurnool
India has successfully test-fired a drone-launched precision-guided missile at the National Open Area Range (NOAR) in Kurnool, Andhra Pradesh.
Youth body demands rollback of 'Hari Hara...' ticket hike
The Democratic Youth Federation of India (DYFI) Andhra Pradesh state committee demanded that the state government roll back its order allowing a steep increase in ticket prices for Pawan Kalyan's film Hari Hara Veera Mallu.
Rana Daggubati fails to appear before ED; new date issued
Actor Rana Daggubati has requested a new date to appear before the Enforcement Directorate(ED) in connection with an alleged illegal betting apps case.
IMD predicts heavy rains for several states till July 27
The India Meteorological Department (IMD) has issued a weather warning for several states, predicting heavy to very heavy rainfall.
Mahindra Group eyes investment in Andhra Pradesh across key sectors
Mahindra Group Chairman Anand Mahindra has announced potential investment talks with the Andhra Pradesh government.
Tirupati Temple board suspends officer for attending church prayers
The Tirumala Tirupati Devasthanam (TTD) has suspended Assistant Executive Officer A Rajasekhar Babu for attending church prayers every Sunday in his hometown of Puttur, Tirupati district.
'Hari Hara Veera Mallu' trailer: Pawan Kalyan battles Bobby Deol
The much-awaited trailer of Hari Hara Veera Mallu: Part 1-Sword vs Spirit was released on Thursday.
Man alleges cockroach found in Andhra Pradesh temple's prasadam
A man has alleged that he found a cockroach in the laddoo prasadam at the Srisailam Devasthanam temple in Andhra Pradesh.
Watched 'Kannappa' yet? Here's the true story behind Shiva's devotee
The Telugu mythological film Kannappa, starring Vishnu Manchu and directed by Mukesh Kumar Singh, was released on Friday. The movie is inspired by the legend of Kannappa, a devoted follower of Lord Shiva.
Cognizant to invest ₹1,500cr in Andhra Pradesh, create 8,000 jobs
IT giant Cognizant has announced plans to establish a new campus in Andhra Pradesh.
Meet 23-year-old Jahnavi Dangeti, selected for 2029 space mission
Jahnavi Dangeti, a 23-year-old from Palakollu in West Godavari district of Andhra Pradesh, has been selected as an Astronaut Candidate (ASCAN) for a US-based space mission.
Andhra man dead month after wedding; family blames 'wife's affair'
A 32-year-old man, Tejeswar, was found dead in a canal in Kurnool, Andhra Pradesh.
Case against Jagan Reddy after convoy vehicle runs over supporter
The Andhra Pradesh Police have registered a case against former chief minister YS Jagan Mohan Reddy and others in connection with the death of a man who was run over by a vehicle in his convoy.
After TCS, Cognizant gets 21 acres in Andhra for 99p
The Andhra Pradesh government has given 21.31 acres of land to IT giant Cognizant at a nominal price of 99 paise.
After Andhra Pradesh, Karnataka's 10-hour workday proposal stirs debate
The Karnataka government has proposed changes to the Karnataka Shops and Commercial Establishments Act, 1961.
Rana Daggubati explains why Telugu cinema is dominating other industries
Actar Rana Daggubati, a prominent figure in Indian cinema for nearly 15 years, recently spoke about the growth of the Telugu film industry.
Employees will now have to work longer in Andhra Pradesh
The Andhra Pradesh government has decided to increase the maximum working hours from nine to 10 per day.
Monsoon revival likely between June 12-18, says IMD
The India Meteorological Department (IMD) has indicated a likely revival of the southwest monsoon between June 12 and 18. This comes following a pause in its progress since May 29.
Why Karnataka and Andhra are feuding over Defense manufacturer HAL
The Karnataka government has dismissed reports of Hindustan Aeronautics Limited (HAL) shifting its production units to Andhra Pradesh after the latter's Chief Minister N Chandrababu Naidu proposed expanding HAL operations in his state.
Woman leaves son as collateral for loan; finds him dead
In a shocking incident in Tirupati, Andhra Pradesh, a woman was forced to leave her son as collateral for a ₹25,000 loan.
LG to invest ₹5,000cr in Andhra Pradesh, create 11,000+ jobs
South Korean conglomerate LG Electronics will set up a manufacturing facility in Sri City, Andhra Pradesh, as per Moneycontrol.
Hyderabad: Pet Husky mauls owner to death; eats private parts
In a shocking incident, a man was found dead in his Madhura Nagar apartment in Hyderabad. The victim, identified as Pawan Kumar, was allegedly attacked by his pet Siberian Husky.
Modi relaunches Amaravati; lays foundation stone for projects worth ₹58,000cr
Prime Minister Narendra Modi has rekindled hopes of Amaravati being Andhra Pradesh's capital by laying the foundation stone for multiple projects worth ₹58,000 crore.
8 killed after wall collapses on queuing devotees in Andhra
Eight devotees were killed and four injured after a wall collapsed on them at the Sri Varaha Lakshmi Narasimha Swamy Temple in Simhachalam, Andhra Pradesh.
How WhatsApp, Llama AI will improve e-governance in India
Meta, the parent company of Facebook, is in talks with a number of state governments in India to improve e-governance.
Over ₹193 crore misappropriated under MGNREGA in FY 2024-25: Centre
The Indian government suspended funds under the Mahatma Gandhi National Rural Employment Guarantee Act (MGNREGA) for West Bengal since March 2022, over alleged misappropriation of funds.
Andhra man found dead in Texas; police suspect suicide
Kolli Abhishek, a resident of Gudivada city in Andhra Pradesh's Krishna district, was found dead in Texas. His body was recovered a day after he went missing.
45% of Indian MLAs have criminal cases against them: Report
Nearly 45% of India's state and Union Territory lawmakers, or Members of Legislative Assemblies (MLAs), have criminal cases against them, a recent study by the Association for Democratic Reforms (ADR) has found.