Andhra Pradesh: News
17 Dec 2024
Adani GroupAdani-Andhra deal, under bribery scrutiny, was approved against officials' advice
The Andhra Pradesh government is facing flak for approving a massive solar contract with Adani Green, despite warnings from financial and energy officials.
13 Dec 2024
Allu ArjunAllu Arjun, arrested in theater stampede case, granted 14-day remand
In a shocking turn of events, Telugu superstar Allu Arjun has been arrested in connection with the Sandhya Theatre stampede case.
13 Dec 2024
KuwaitMan flies from Kuwait to Andhra to kill daughter's abuser
Anjaneya Prasad, a 35-year-old migrant worker from Kuwait, has been accused of murdering his relative in Obulavaripalli, Annamayya district, Andhra Pradesh.
11 Dec 2024
NandyalHarassed by loan sharks over ₹2,000, Andhra fisherman ends life
A 22-year-old fisherman from Visakhapatnam, Andhra Pradesh, tragically took his life after being harassed by online loan app agents.
06 Dec 2024
BengaluruBengaluru: Man defaces Lingayat seer's statue, claims Jesus 'inspired' him
A statue of revered Lingayat seer Shivakumar Swami at Bengaluru's Siddaganga Mutt was vandalized on November 30.
06 Dec 2024
Allu ArjunHistoric! 'Pushpa 2' becomes biggest opener in Indian cinema
Allu Arjun's latest film, Pushpa 2: The Rule, has taken the box office by storm, breaking new ground and shattering old records.
05 Dec 2024
Allu ArjunSaudi Arabia edits 'Pushpa 2' scene featuring Hindu deities
The Saudi Arabian censor board has reportedly cut a major scene from the Telugu film Pushpa 2: The Rule, which was released on Thursday.
05 Dec 2024
Allu Arjun'Pushpa 2' targets massive opening of ₹250cr worldwide
The much-awaited sequel to Allu Arjun's Pushpa: The Rise, Pushpa 2: The Rule, is finally here!
04 Dec 2024
European Space AgencyISRO to launch Europe's Proba-3 mission today: How to watch
The Indian Space Research Organisation (ISRO) will launch the European Space Agency's (ESA) Proba-3 mission today.
04 Dec 2024
Earthquake5.3 magnitude earthquake jolts Telangana's Mulugu
A 5.3 magnitude earthquake struck Telangana's Mulugu district on Wednesday morning, the National Centre for Seismology (NCS) reported.
04 Dec 2024
Allu ArjunRecap of 'Pushpa: The Rise' before 'Pushpa 2' arrives
Telugu film Pushpa: The Rise, directed by Sukumar and starring Allu Arjun, narrates the story of a daily-wage laborer, Pushpa, who rises to the top of the red sander syndicate.
01 Dec 2024
Central GovernmentAndhra Pradesh government dissolves state Waqf Board
The Andhra Pradesh government has dissolved the state Waqf Board, which was first constituted by the previous YSR Congress regime.
01 Dec 2024
ChhattisgarhTelangana: 7 Maoists, including key leader, killed in encounter
Seven Maoists, including a key area secretary identified as Bhadru, were killed in an encounter with police forces in Telangana's Mulugu district on Sunday, the Siasat Daily reported.
28 Nov 2024
Adani GroupJagan Reddy dismisses bribery allegations linked to Adani power deal
Former Andhra Pradesh Chief Minister YS Jagan Mohan Reddy has dismissed allegations of bribery in a power deal with the Adani Group.
27 Nov 2024
Maharashtra1 dead, 11 hospitalized after toxic gas leak in Andhra
A toxic gas leak at Tagoor Laboratories Private Limited in Anakapalli, Visakhapatnam district of Andhra Pradesh has claimed one life and sent 11 people to the hospital, ANI reported.
26 Nov 2024
ChennaiCyclone Fengal to form over Bay of Bengal, impact TN
A deep depression in the southwest Bay of Bengal is likely to intensify into Cyclone Fengal by Wednesday, the India Meteorological Department (IMD) has warned.
22 Nov 2024
ChinaTelangana student dies after gun misfires in US on birthday
In a tragic incident, a 23-year-old student from Telangana died in a gun misfire in Atlanta, Georgia, on his birthday.
22 Nov 2024
AmazonVideo: Bengaluru man dies on stage while congratulating friend's wedding
What was supposed to be a festive occasion turned tragic in Penumada village, Kurnool district, Andhra Pradesh, when a guest suffered a fatal cardiac arrest.
19 Nov 2024
N Chandrababu NaiduRGV avoids questioning after sharing offensive photos of CM Naidu
Filmmaker Ram Gopal Varma has sought more time from the Andhra Pradesh Police to appear for an investigation.
19 Nov 2024
Tirumala Tirupati Devasthanams'Transfer non-Hindus, ban political speeches...': Tirumala temple board's new proposals
The Tirumala Tirupati Devasthanams (TTD) board, which manages the Sri Venkateswara temple in Andhra Pradesh, has announced some major decisions.
16 Nov 2024
Chandrababu NaiduChandrababu Naidu's brother Nara Ramamurthy Naidu dies at 72
Nara Ramamurthy Naidu, the younger brother of Andhra Pradesh Chief Minister N Chandrababu Naidu and a former Telugu Desam Party (TDP) MLA, passed away on Saturday after suffering a heart attack.
14 Nov 2024
Social MediaWhy Andhra government is cracking down on opposition sympathizers
The Telugu Desam Party (TDP)-led government in Andhra Pradesh has launched a major crackdown on social media activists and sympathizers of the opposition YSR Congress Party (YSRCP).
14 Nov 2024
Bobby Deol'Kanguva' targets huge Day 1: Advance booking exceeds ₹17cr
The much-anticipated Tamil film Kanguva, directed by Siva and starring the likes of Suriya, Disha Patani, Bobby Deol, and Yogi Babu in pivotal roles is off to a promising start.
13 Nov 2024
Bengaluru'Kanguva' advance booking is massive; Suriya's film earns ₹10.14cr
The much-awaited film Kanguva, directed by Siva and starring the likes of Suriya, Disha Patani, Bobby Deol, and Yogi Babu is poised to take a solid opening at the box office.
12 Nov 2024
Madras High CourtActor Kasthuri goes missing after controversial remarks against Telugu community
South Indian actor Kasthuri Shankar has reportedly gone missing after she was served multiple legal notices over controversial remarks about the Telugu community.
12 Nov 2024
N Chandrababu NaiduWhy TDP leader filed defamation suit against RGV
Filmmaker Ram Gopal Varma, popularly known as RGV, is in legal trouble in Andhra Pradesh. A case of online defamation has been registered against him after a Telugu Desam Party (TDP) leader filed a complaint.
04 Nov 2024
DubaiAndhra: Pawan Kalyan blames YSRCP for rise in violent crimes
Andhra Pradesh Deputy Chief Minister Pawan Kalyan has blamed the "vile legacy" of mismanagement and leniency of the previous YSR Congress Party (YSRCP) government for the rise in violent crimes.
03 Nov 2024
Allu Arjun'Pushpa 2: The Rule' eyes record-breaking ₹270cr global opening: Report
The much-awaited sequel to the Allu Arjun starrer, Pushpa 2: The Rule, is expected to break Indian cinema records with a whopping ₹270cr worldwide opening day collection, reported Sacnilk.
02 Nov 2024
AgraAndhra man lures toddler niece with chocolate; rapes, kills her
In a shocking incident, a three-year-old girl was raped and murdered by her own uncle in Tirupati, Andhra Pradesh.
01 Nov 2024
KeralaIAS officer Rajesh Kumar Singh takes over as Defence Secretary
Rajesh Kumar Singh, a 1989-batch Indian Administrative Service (IAS) officer of the Kerala cadre, has officially taken over as Defence Secretary.
01 Nov 2024
Anees Bazmee'Bhool Bhulaiyaa 3' to open strong; advance booking crosses ₹19cr
The much-awaited film, Bhool Bhulaiyaa 3, is expected to do well at the box office. The first day of advance booking for the movie has yielded promising results.
31 Oct 2024
TexasWho's Karthik Naralasetty, Andhra-origin businessman running for mayor in Texas
Karthik Naralasetty, an Indian-American businessman hailing from Guntur, Andhra Pradesh, is contesting for the mayoral position in The Hills, Texas.
31 Oct 2024
Bharat BiotechTV5 owner BR Naidu appointed Tirumala Tirupati Devasthanams board chairman
The Andhra Pradesh government has announced the new 24-member governing board for the Tirumala Tirupati Devasthanams (TTD).
30 Oct 2024
National Company Law Tribunal'Injustice done': Jagan's mother backs Sharmila in sibling's inheritance dispute
The ongoing inheritance dispute between YSR Congress chief YS Jagan Mohan Reddy and his sister, Congress leader YS Sharmila, has taken a new turn with their mother, YS Vijayamma, publicly supporting Sharmila.
30 Oct 2024
Companies Act'YSR didn't divide assets...': Jagan Reddy's mother amid property feud
YS Vijayamma, the widow of former Andhra Pradesh Chief Minister YS Rajasekhara Reddy, has broken her silence on the ongoing property dispute between her children.
28 Oct 2024
Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP)Why Hyderabad imposed month-long prohibitory orders
The Hyderabad Police have banned processions, protests, and public meetings in the city for a month.
28 Oct 2024
Allu ArjunWill Hyderabad curfew derail 'Pushpa 2' promotions
The much-anticipated film, Pushpa: The Rule, starring Allu Arjun, is set to release worldwide on December 5.
27 Oct 2024
LucknowTop Lucknow hotels receive bomb threats, ₹46 lakh ransom demand
Ten high-end hotels in Uttar Pradesh's Lucknow received bomb threats through emails on Sunday.
26 Oct 2024
Padma ShriHow late Kanaka Raju preserved the tribal dance form Gussadi
Renowned dance maestro Kanaka Raju passed away on Friday due to age-related ailments.
26 Oct 2024
Tamil NaduTirupati hotels receive fresh bomb threats, mentions Udhayanidhi Stalin's wife
Two hotels in Tirupati, Andhra Pradesh received bomb threats on Saturday, a day after similar threats were made to other hotels in the area, India Today reported.
25 Oct 2024
Air IndiaHoax bomb threats at 3 Tirupati hotels
Three hotels in Tirupati, Andhra Pradesh, received bomb threats through email. The police, assisted by sniffer dogs, carried out thorough searches and confirmed the threats to be hoaxes.
24 Oct 2024
Ashwini VaishnawRailways to run 7,000 special trains for Chhath Puja, Diwali
The Indian Railways is all set to run 7,000 special trains for the upcoming festival season.
23 Oct 2024
National Company Law TribunalSibling rivalry: Jagan accuses Sharmila of illegally transferring company shares
Former Andhra Pradesh Chief Minister YS Jagan Mohan Reddy has moved a legal petition against his sister, YS Sharmila, and their mother, YS Vijayamma over the alleged unauthorized share transfers in Saraswati Power and Industries Private Limited.
21 Oct 2024
Allu ArjunAllu Arjun moves High Court to quash election violation case
Telugu superstar Allu Arjun has reportedly moved the Andhra Pradesh High Court seeking to quash a case registered against him during the 2024 Andhra Pradesh elections.
21 Oct 2024
Chandrababu Naidu'Have 2+ kids...': Chandrababu Naidu's condition for future poll candidates
Andhra Pradesh Chief Minister Chandrababu Naidu has urged families in the state to have at least two or more children to increase the birth rate.
16 Oct 2024
BengaluruBay of Bengal depression to bring rain to these states
The India Meteorological Department (IMD) has issued a heavy rainfall warning for southern states after a depression formed over the Bay of Bengal.
15 Oct 2024
Bay of BengalHeavy rain lashes Tamil Nadu; Kerala, Andhra Pradesh on alert
The India Meteorological Department (IMD) has predicted intense showers in Kerala and Andhra Pradesh after heavy rainfall in Tamil Nadu.
15 Oct 2024
Bay of BengalChennai on high alert for heavy rain, schools shut
Tamil Nadu Chief Minister MK Stalin has directed information technology (IT) companies in the state to implement work-from-home policies till October 18.
03 Oct 2024
VijayawadaBuy alcohol at ₹99 under Andhra's new liquor policy
The Andhra Pradesh government is set to implement a new excise policy from October 12, under which all established liquor brands will be sold at affordable rates.
01 Oct 2024
Supreme Court Of IndiaSIT probe into Tirupati laddus 'adulteration' temporarily stalled: Andhra DGP
The Special Investigation Team (SIT) probe into the alleged "adulteration" of Tirupati laddus has been temporarily halted, as the case is now under the Supreme Court's jurisdiction.
30 Sep 2024
Chandrababu Naidu'Keep Gods out of politics...': SC on Tirupati laddu row
The Supreme Court on Monday talked about the importance of separating religion and politics while hearing petitions about claims of animal fat in the ghee used for making laddus at Andhra Pradesh's Tirupati temple.
27 Sep 2024
Tirumala Tirupati DevasthanamsAll ingredients entering Puri Jagannath Temple's kitchen to be checked
The Odisha government and the Shree Jagannath Temple Administration (SJTA) have announced plans for regular quality checks at the Puri Srimandir.
27 Sep 2024
AyodhyaAyodhya's Ram Mandir sends prasad for lab testing
The Ram Temple in Ayodhya, Uttar Pradesh, has sent samples of its prasad to a government lab in Jhansi for testing.
