Category: Regional

Visakhapatnam/Vijayawada: In a strong show of support for Andhra Pradesh Chief Minister N. Chandrababu Naidu’s commitment to sustainable development, the Eastern Power Distribution Company Ltd. (EPDCL) has launched a comprehensive set of initiatives aligned with the Union Government’s Mission LIFE. Headquartered in Visakhapatnam, EPDCL’s initiatives will promote eco-friendly practices across its extensive network, spanning Visakhapatnam,…

Hyderabad: The city-based Hare Krishna Golden Temple here came alive on Saturday with the auspicious celebrations of Govardhana Puja and Karthika Deepotsavam, two significant Hindu festivals. Devotees and visitors gathered in large numbers to honour these traditions, experiencing a day filled with vibrant rituals, offerings, and devotion. The event’s highlight was the grand “Annakuta” –…

Vennelapalem (Andhra Pradesh): Andhra Pradesh Chief Minister N Chandrababu Naidu on Saturday launched a mission to achieve pothole-free roads in the state here, for Rs. 861 crore. Kickstarting the state-wide mission from Vennelapalem village in Anakapalli district, the Chief Minister personally repaired a pothole by filling it with mortar. Home Minister Vangalapudi Anitha was among…

Hyderabad: AIMIM chief Asaduddin Owaisi took a dig at Prime Minister Narendra Modi, saying the recently appointed chairman of Tirumala Tirupati Devasthanams (TTD) has announced the Hindu-only staff policy in Tirumala, whereas the NDA government at the Centre wants to induct non-Muslims in Waqf Boards. In a post on X on Friday night, he said,…

Amaravati: Andhra Pradesh Chief Minister N Chandrababu Naidu praised Sardar Vallabhbhai Patel for his significant role in unifying India. Celebrated as the ‘Iron Man of India,’ Patel’s dedication to national integration continues to inspire a sense of solidarity and self-reliance among Indians today. Described as the ‘Iron Man of India,’ Sardar Patel played a crucial…

Amaravati (Andhra Pradesh): It is no longer ‘ease of doing business’. The new mantra of attracting investments is “speed of doing business” which helped the Andhra Pradesh government close the deal with TCS to set up a campus in Visakhapatnam in just 90 minutes, Minister Nara Lokesh said. In an interactive session at the ITServe…

Hyderabad: Ten Telangana Special Police (TGSP) personnel were dismissed from service and 21 arrested on Monday for their alleged involvement in the recent protests seeking uniform policies for all police personnel. The 10 personnel, despite repeated warnings and opportunities to refrain from disruptive behaviour, engaged in actions that severely undermined Battalion discipline and tarnished the…

Tirupati: The Tirumala Tirupati Devasthanam (TTD) is ramping up preparations for the annual Kartika Brahmotsavam at Sri Padmavati Temple in Tiruchanoor, scheduled from November 28 to December 6. Executive Officer J. Syamala Rao has directed officials to make extensive arrangements to ensure a seamless experience for the expected influx of devotees. During a review meeting…

Hyderabad: Police here raided a farmhouse allegedly owned by BRS working president K T Rama Rao’s brother-in-law and booked one person, who tested positive for cocaine at the party organised there. A police official said Rama Rao’s brother-in-law, Raj Pakala, was absconding following the raid at his farmhouse. The incident triggered a political row in…

Hyderabad: The Telangana government is expected to start a caste survey in the state from November 4-5 and it is likely to be completed by November 30, minister Ponnam Prabhakar said on Saturday. Prabhakar was addressing the media after a cabinet meeting during which a proforma for the caste survey was approved. He said the…