Andhra Pradesh

Starting August 15, Andhra Pradesh will offer free bus travel under the ‘Stree Shakti’ scheme for all girls, women, and transgender persons with domicile status. The initiative covers select APSRTC services and aims to improve mobility, education, and employment access

Andhra Pradesh ranked second in the India Justice Report 2025, climbing from fifth in 2022. The state performed strongly in police and prison categories, achieved high women’s representation, and reported no prison overcrowding. Karnataka topped the ranking

Andhra Pradesh has fast-tracked the Polavaram–Banakacherla Link Project to divert Godavari floodwaters, bypassing mandatory approvals. Telangana has raised objections, citing violations and ecological risks. Though aimed at Rayalaseema, the immediate benefits will go to the Krishna delta

On National Handloom Day, CM Chandrababu Naidu announced free electricity, GST reimbursement, and digital marketing support for Andhra's weavers. Over 1.4 lakh families are set to benefit, with plans for designer collaborations, ONDC integration, and a handloom museum in Amaravati

YSRCP chief Jaganmohan Reddy accused CM Chandrababu Naidu of instigating violence during the Pulivendula ZPTC bypoll campaign. A TDP supporter filed a counter-case alleging assault and caste abuse. Both parties have alleged police bias as tensions escalate

YSRCP chief Y S Jagan Mohan Reddy urged the legal community to lead the resistance against the TDP-led Andhra Pradesh government, alleging political victimisation, false cases, and administrative corruption. He also announced a citizen-driven mobile app to document injustices

Sathupally police in Khammam district arrested a woman under the POCSO Act for allegedly kidnapping and marrying a minor boy.

A proposed 25.6-km tunnel under Andhra Pradesh’s Polavaram–Banakacherla Link Project has sparked widespread environmental and tribal rights concerns. The tunnel and its supporting infrastructure will impact over 16,000 hectares and endangering rare species like the Bengal tiger and Jerdon’s courser.

Six workers were killed and several injured after a quarry edge collapsed at a granite mine in Andhra Pradesh's Bapatla district. The deceased were migrant workers from Odisha. CM Chandrababu Naidu ordered a probe and directed officials to enhance safety.

A woman and her two daughters were found murdered in Andhra Pradesh’s Samarlakota town, with the husband being detained for questioning. In a separate case, a man tried to kill his father for insurance money. Police are investigating both cases.

While civil society fiercely criticised Kalaeshwaram Lift Irrigation Scheme, its silence on Banakacherla project is troubling

TPCC president Mahesh Kumar Goud’s claim that Andhra Pradesh has already built the Banakacherla project triggered backlash, with BRS and others criticising Congress for negligence and lack of knowledge on irrigation issues.

YSRCP leader Botcha Satyanarayana accused the TDP-led NDA government of rising crime and anti-women rhetoric in Andhra Pradesh. He alleged political protection for ganja peddlers, land favours to Lulu group, and failure in welfare schemes and women's safety initiatives

YSRCP chief YS Jagan Mohan Reddy has accused the Andhra Pradesh coalition government, led by Chandrababu Naidu, of creating an "emergency-like" atmosphere in the state. Speaking in Nellore, Jagan condemned alleged attacks on opposition leaders’ homes, misuse of police to file false and vindictive cases, and restrictions on his public appearances.

Dr Namratha, the main accused in a surrogacy scam, allegedly resumed illegal fertility operations despite pending cases. Clinics in three cities lured couples with false promises. Police believe a deeper investigation may uncover a larger child trafficking network

ISRO is set to launch the advanced NISAR satellite with NASA aboard GSLV-F16 from Sriharikota. This landmark Earth observation mission will track environmental changes, natural disasters, and climate patterns using dual-frequency radar—marking the most ambitious Indo-US space collaboration yet

The SIT seized Rs 11 crore in cash from a guest house in Shamshabad, Hyderabad, linked to the Andhra Pradesh liquor scam. The recovery follows confessions by a suspect, with the total irregularities in the case reportedly exceeding Rs 3,500 crore.

In a major raid linked to the Andhra liquor scam, SIT officials seized Rs 11 crore in cash from a guesthouse near Hyderabad. The bust follows confessions by accused Varun Purshottam. The scam allegedly involved Rs 3,500 crore in kickbacks.

BP Pandey has been appointed Chairman of the Godavari River Management Board as Andhra Pradesh’s contentious Polavaram-Banakacherla Link Project faces regulatory hurdles. Telangana's BRS opposes the project, citing lack of GRMB and CWC approvals amid ongoing environmental objections.

Air India Express has rolled out its regular 'Payday Sale' with up to 15% discounts on fares across its network. The offer runs until August 1 for travel until March 31, 2026, with added benefits on Xpress Lite bookings

Early water releases in the Krishna basin have reignited long-standing tensions between Telangana and Andhra Pradesh. Faulty telemetry systems, stalled irrigation projects, and continued overdrawals by AP are fuelling allegations of unfair water sharing despite tribunal rulings and central interventions

The Centre clarified that no construction work has begun on the Polavaram-Banakacherla Link Project, which Telangana opposes over water-sharing concerns. Andhra Pradesh has submitted only a feasibility report, while the project is under techno-economic appraisal by the Central Water Commission

A temple visit to Tirupati ended in tragedy for five youths from Telangana after their car met with an accident near Chittoor. One of them, Boddu Bharath from Cheriyal, died while four others suffered serious injuries and were hospitalised

Liquor sales in Karnataka’s border districts have declined due to Andhra Pradesh’s new excise policy, which offers cheaper and better-quality alcohol. Shop owners are reporting losses, and the state government is assessing the impact on excise revenue and local trade