Andhra Pradesh

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Two COVID-19 deaths and new cases in Andhra Pradesh have triggered alerts in neighbouring states. Odisha has tightened border surveillance, while Telangana is yet to issue a formal advisory despite rising respiratory infections.

A woman and her two minor sons were found dead in Andhra Pradesh’s Palnadu district in a suspected poisoning and suicide case. Police said a family dispute may have triggered the incident and have registered a case while investigating the circumstances behind the deaths

The mortal remains of three Andhra Pradesh residents killed in the Vietnam boat tragedy were brought to Hyderabad on Tuesday. Minister Kondapalli Srinivas received the bodies, consoled families, and oversaw arrangements for their transport to native towns.

A police head constable, Varaprasad Reddy (43), was killed in a suspected hit-and-run incident while jogging on a flyover in Kurnool, Andhra Pradesh. The unidentified vehicle fled the scene.

Telangana launched the National Deworming Day campaign, administering Albendazole tablets to children and adolescents aged one to 19 years. The statewide initiative aims to eliminate worm infections, reduce anaemia, improve health and attendance, with a mop-up round scheduled on July 20

Survivors of the Vietnam tourist boat tragedy criticised the lack of emergency medical facilities, saying delayed treatment may have cost lives. Fifteen Indian tourists died after the boat capsized near Phu Quoc Island, while rescued passengers recalled desperate attempts to save victims

A 25-year-old electrician died and his co-worker was seriously injured after their motorcycle crashed into a road median on a flyover in Bachupally, Hyderabad. Police suspect overspeeding caused the accident and have launched an investigation into the incident

The YSR Congress has alleged a Rs 112 crore scam in the procurement of laptops for government schools in Andhra Pradesh, claiming inflated prices, relaxed tender norms, and violation of GeM and Make in India guidelines.

Telugu tourists stranded after a fatal boat accident in Vietnam are scheduled to land in Hyderabad tonight. The tragedy claimed 15 Indian lives during a corporate tour, while the AP government assists with emergency medical care and repatriation

A criminal case has been registered against YSR Congress spokesperson Nagarjuna Yadav and Sakshi TV anchor Kommineni Srinivas Rao for allegedly derogatory remarks against Telangana Chief Minister A. Revanth Reddy during a debate on the Telugu news channel.

An Armed Reserve constable was killed and three others injured after a car crashed into multiple vehicles in Ongole, Andhra Pradesh. In a separate accident in East Godavari district, two labourers died after an unidentified vehicle rammed into the tractor they were travelling in.

Andhra Pradesh Chief Minister N. Chandrababu Naidu has directed officials to expedite the repatriation of three victims killed in the Vietnam boat accident, ensure assistance to survivors and coordinate closely with the Indian Embassy for relief, transportation and related formalities.

A magnitude 4.5 earthquake struck the Bay of Bengal off the Andhra Pradesh coast early Sunday, with mild tremors felt across parts of Visakhapatnam. Authorities reported no casualties, property damage or panic following the offshore quake near Kakinada

YSRCP president Y.S. Jagan Mohan Reddy has accused the Andhra Pradesh government of forcibly acquiring farmland in Undavalli for Amaravati's development, alleging police excesses, destruction of crops and inadequate compensation while demanding that land acquisition proceed only with farmers' consent.

Three people from Andhra Pradesh died and two others were injured in a tourist boat capsize near Vietnam’s Phu Quoc Island. Andhra Pradesh CM N Chandrababu Naidu expressed grief, directed officials to assist families, and ensure survivors’ safe return.

At least 15 Indian tourists, mostly from Andhra Pradesh and Telangana, died after a boat capsized near Phú Quốc Island in southern Vietnam. The Indian Embassy confirmed ongoing rescue operations and has set up emergency centres in Ho Chi Minh City and Hanoi to assist families.

The Andhra Pradesh Cabinet, led by Chief Minister N. Chandrababu Naidu, has approved the establishment of a special NIA court in Visakhapatnam with state-wide jurisdiction to expedite pending cases under the National Investigation Agency Act.

The Andhra Pradesh Cabinet has cleared 13 major investment proposals worth Rs 11,569.91 crore, expected to generate over 31,000 jobs across the state. The Cabinet also discussed the alleged misuse of social media, with CM N. Chandrababu Naidu directing officials to set up a Social Media Response Cell and a Task Force to counter misinformation and online abuse.

The lone survivor of the Visakhapatnam fishing boat tragedy has recounted surviving nearly 18 hours in the sea after clinging to the overturned vessel for nine hours. Authorities have ended the search for six missing fishermen, while Andhra Pradesh announced compensation for their families.

Andhra Pradesh Civil Supplies Minister Nadendla Manohar announced that innovative reforms in paddy procurement under the NDA coalition government have enabled the state to achieve its highest-ever procurement of 7.4 million tonnes.

Congress leaders Rahul Gandhi and Mallikarjun Kharge paid tribute to former Andhra Pradesh Chief Minister YS Rajasekhara Reddy on his birth anniversary, remembering his contributions to public welfare, farmers and the poor while highlighting his enduring legacy in the Congress party.

Andhra Pradesh Deputy Chief Minister Pawan Kalyan expressed grief over the death of his 17-year-old fan Niranjan, whom he had visited in Hanumakonda last month. Actor Sonu Sood also consoled the bereaved family and assured them of continued support.

Authorities have called off the four-day search for six fishermen missing off the Visakhapatnam coast after their boat capsized. With no trace of the men found, they have been presumed dead, and the Andhra Pradesh government announced Rs 10 lakh ex gratia for each family.