Andhra Pradesh: News

13 Dec 2019

Sexual Assault

Andhra Pradesh passes Disha Bill; rapists to get death penalty

The Andhra Pradesh Legislative Assembly on Friday passed two bills to expedite the delivery of justice in cases of sexual crimes.

29 Nov 2019

India

Five of the youngest toppers of AIIMS MBBS entrance exam

The All India Institute of Medical Sciences (AIIMS) is the dream destination for medical aspirants in the country.

10 Nov 2019

India Today

Minor accuses man of rape, accused turns to be woman

A 32-year-old woman was arrested for the rape of a minor girl in Ongole in Andhra Pradesh's Prakasam district on Thursday.

Andhra Pradesh CM spent Rs. 16cr on office, residence

While multiple construction workers in Andhra Pradesh have committed suicide over an employment crisis, it seems Chief Minister YS Jaganmohan Reddy has been busy redecorating his home.

05 Nov 2019

India

Vernacular news aggregator start-up Lokal raises $3 million

Lokal, a Bengaluru-based local content aggregator that serves news to vernacular audiences based on their location, has raised $3 million in a new round of funding.

28 Oct 2019

Suicide

Andhra Pradesh sand shortage: 3 construction-workers commit suicide over unemployment

As the YSR Congress Party government in Andhra Pradesh continues to face criticism over its sand mining policy, at least three construction workers have allegedly committed suicide over lack of jobs.

26 Oct 2019

India

Success stories of five UPSC CSE rank-holders who beat poverty

The Civil Services Examination (CSE) conducted by the Union Public Service Commission (UPSC) every year is one of the most popular and challenging competitive exams.

19 Oct 2019

Chennai

I-T seizes Rs. 93cr in cash, jewelry from Kalki Bhagavan

The Income Tax department has detected an undisclosed amount of over Rs. 500 crore from the premises of self-styled godman and spiritual guru Kalki Bhagavan, who claims to be the tenth avatar of Lord Vishnu.

18 Oct 2019

India

Five top female IAS officers you should know about

The Indian Administrative Service (IAS) is the most prestigious and sought-after Civil Service of the country.

07 Oct 2019

Telangana

Telangana: KCR terms transport strike a "crime", sacks 48,000 employees

A strike called by the transport department in Telangana took a sensational turn when Chief Minister K Chandrasekhar Rao sacked approximately 48,000 employees on Sunday.

28 Sep 2019

India

Inspiring stories of five UPSC CSE rank-holders who beat poverty

The Civil Services Examination (CSE) conducted by the Union Public Service Commission (UPSC) every year is one of the most popular and challenging competitive exams.

Andhra Pradesh: Ex-speaker Kodela Siva Prasad Rao commits suicide

Kodela Siva Prasad Rao, the former speaker of Andhra Pradesh Assembly, committed suicide at his Hyderabad residence on Monday.

Andhra Pradesh: 12 dead as tourist boat capsizes in Godavari

In a tragic incident, a tourist boat carrying over 60 people including 11 crew members capsized in the Godavari river near Kacchuluru in Devipatnam Mandal, Andhra Pradesh on Sunday afternoon.

12 Sep 2019

Odisha

Devoid of development, Odisha villagers threaten to join Andhra Pradesh

The tribals of nearly 25 villages in Odisha's Malkangiri district have had enough of government's laxity.

Andhra Pradesh: Chandrababu Naidu, son, put under house arrest

In Andhra Pradesh, the political rivalry between YSR Congress and Telugu Desam Party (TDP) took a new turn after former Chief Minister Chandrababu Naidu was put under house arrest to prevent him from participating in a protest against the current government, led by Jagan Reddy.

01 Sep 2019

Jodhpur

Inspiring stories of five CAs that show perseverance is everything

Chartered Accountancy (CA) is one of the most sought-after and toughest professional courses.

31 Aug 2019

Xiaomi

Xiaomi's Redmi 6A reportedly exploded in man's trousers: Details here

Though smartphone explosions are rare, they are extremely scary.

27 Aug 2019

Karnataka

In a first for Karnataka, Yediyurappa gets three deputy CMs

For three weeks after he took the oath as Chief Minister on July 26, Karnataka's BS Yediyurappa ran his cabinet alone. After the cabinet was expanded, it took almost another week for him to announce portfolios.

24 Aug 2019

Madhya Pradesh

Jio effect: Airtel to offer Android set-top box, free TV

In a bid to take on Reliance's GigaFiber, Airtel is working to launch an Android-based smart set-top box (STB) to "deliver converged digital entertainment and fast broadband services," according to The Economic Times.

17 Aug 2019

Dalit

Cousins, who wanted to marry one another, thrashed in Andhra

A disturbing incident has been reported from Andhra Pradesh. A minor Dalit girl and her 20-year-old cousin, named Sai Kiran, were allegedly thrashed by a village elder as they wanted to marry each other.

11 Aug 2019

India

Hyderabad: Businessman flees #TajBanjara without paying Rs. 12 lakh bill

A real estate businessman, who stayed in the five-star Taj Banjara hotel in Hyderabad for 102 days, allegedly fled without clearing bills worth Rs. 12.34 lakh, police said.

31 Jul 2019

India

BSNL's Rs. 1,188 plan offers unlimited calling for 345 days

In a bid to attract new customers and retain existing ones, state-run Bharat Sanchar Nigam Limited (BSNL) has introduced a new Rs. 1,188 prepaid plan with long-term validity and free calling benefits.

23 Jul 2019

Madhya Pradesh

Andhra Pradesh becomes first state to reserve 75% of private jobs for locals

Andhra Pradesh, on Monday, became the first Indian state to reserve jobs for locals by passing the Andhra Pradesh Employment of Local Candidates in Industries/Factories Act, 2019, in the state assembly.

10 Jul 2019

Telangana

All prepaid 4G plans Airtel has launched or updated recently

Rivaling Vodafone, Idea Cellular, and Reliance Jio, Airtel has updated some of its 4G prepaid plans and launched a few new ones to offer free calling and more data benefits to its subscribers.

09 Jul 2019

India

Make marital rape ground for divorce, says plea; court declines

Marital rape should be a ground for divorce and the Centre should be directed to form appropriate laws- this is what a PIL demanded from Delhi High Court.

08 Jul 2019

India

Five of the youngest toppers of AIIMS MBBS entrance exam

The All India Institute of Medical Sciences (AIIMS) is the dream destination for medical aspirants in the country.

06 Jul 2019

India

Five famous alumni of IIT Kanpur you should know about

The Indian Institutes of Technology (IITs) are the country's premier engineering institutes that are recognized as centers of academic excellence in science and technology.

28 Jun 2019

Ram Vilas Paswan

Explained: What is Centre's 'One Nation One Ration Card' plan

The Centre, under Prime Minister Narendra Modi, is taking concrete steps to minimize corruption and ensure welfare schemes reach the last person in the queue.

24 Jun 2019

Crime Against Women

16-year-old held captive for week, gang-raped by six including minors

In a disturbing news, six men, including three minors, held a girl captive for seven days and raped her repeatedly.

17 Jun 2019

Rajasthan

Five candidates who beat all odds to become Chartered Accountants

Chartered Accountancy (CA) is one of the most sought-after and toughest professional courses in the country.

12 Jun 2019

India

Success stories of 5 UPSC CSE rank-holders who beat poverty

The Civil Services Examination (CSE) conducted by the Union Public Service Commission (UPSC) every year is one of the most popular and challenging competitive exams.

10 Jun 2019

India

Five iconic transgenders of 'firsts' in India to know about

In India, transgender persons face discrimination, injustice, abuse, rejection, and isolation from society in almost every aspect of their lives.

07 Jun 2019

CM

Jagan Reddy will have five deputy CMs from different communities

In what qualifies as a surprising move, Andhra Pradesh's Chief Minister Jagan Mohan Reddy will soon get five deputy Chief Ministers.

26 May 2019

Narendra Modi

Jagan Reddy meets PM Modi, discusses special status of Andhra

2019 elections fulfilled Jagan Mohan Reddy's long-nurtured dream. The YSRCP chief wanted to become Andhra Pradesh's Chief Minister once in his life.

23 May 2019

Biju Janata Dal

#Verdict2019: Andhra slips from Naidu's hands, Reddy will be CM

The results of Thursday turned the wheels in Andhra Pradesh as sitting Chief Minister Chandrababu Naidu faced an embarrassing defeat.

22 May 2019

Madhya Pradesh

Soon, Jio plans to bring new calling technology: Details here

Over the years, the telecom sector has evolved in ways more than one could imagine, giving us access to improved calling, internet services.

21 May 2019

Rajasthan

Five candidates who beat all odds to become Chartered Accountants

Chartered Accountancy (CA) is one of the most sought-after and toughest professional courses in the country.

20 May 2019

Narendra Modi

Exit polls effect? Mayawati won't meet Gandhis in Delhi

Sunday's exit polls spelled trouble for almost all Opposition parties as pollsters gave a clear edge to BJP-led NDA.

16 May 2019

India

Five top female IAS officers you should know about

The Indian Administrative Service (IAS) is the most prestigious and sought-after Civil Service of the country.

13 May 2019

Chhattisgarh

Five popular IAS officers who later turned into politicians

The Indian Administrative Service (IAS) is the most prestigious and sought-after Civil Service of the country.