Andhra Pradesh

The TDP, Jana Sena and BJP have finalised a seat-sharing agreement for Andhra Pradesh’s urban local body elections. The TDP will contest most mayoral and chairperson posts, with the allocation broadly reflecting the allies’ Assembly strength.

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President Droupadi Murmu said rural women had become wealth creators and drivers of development while inaugurating the National SARAS Mela in Vijayawada. Union Minister Shivraj Singh Chouhan highlighted plans for SHE Marts and stronger market access for women-led self-help groups

The Andhra Pradesh government transferred IAS officer Vikas Marmat after Bengaluru police registered a case against him and three others over an alleged confrontation at a pub. The officer has been directed to report to the General Administration Department.

Andhra Pradesh IAS officer Vikas Marmat has been transferred with immediate effect after a controversy over an alleged altercation with Bengaluru police personnel during a late-night pub inspection. A case was registered against him and three others following the incident, prompting the state government to take action.

YSRCP chief Jagan Mohan Reddy said the arrests of CJP leaders Saurav Das and Ashutosh Ranka would only worsen the situation and stressed the need to restore trust in the electoral process.

The National Land Monetisation Corporation sold 150 RINL plots in Visakhapatnam for Rs 366.33 crore, exceeding the reserve price by 17.23 per cent. The final phase covering 216 plots is scheduled for October 30, with registration closing October 27

Sri Malayappa Swamy, adorned as Dwaraka Krishna, blessed devotees on the five-headed Chinna Sesha Vahanam during the second day of the annual Srivari Salakatla Brahmotsavams in Tirumala on Tuesday, accompanied by traditional music, kolatam and cultural performances.

Bengaluru Police registered an FIR against Andhra Pradesh-cadre IAS officer Vikas Marmath and three friends for allegedly assaulting and threatening an inspector during a pub raid. The incident, captured on video, has triggered concerns, while police have launched further investigation

Andhra Pradesh Chief Minister N Chandrababu Naidu outlined Rs 3,222 crore worth of development works to transform Tirupati into a world-class spiritual centre. Projects include an integrated pilgrim township, accommodation, an Annaprasadam centre, parking, roads, employee housing and digital services.

Four people, including a child, were charred to death after their car hit a railing and caught fire on the Vijayawada West Bypass. Another occupant was critically injured. Police said the victims were returning from a function in Namburu

Andhra Pradesh Chief Minister N. Chandrababu Naidu said the state will have a "triple-engine sarkar" after the upcoming local body elections, complementing the existing double-engine government at the Centre and state.

Andhra Pradesh Deputy Chief Minister Pawan Kalyan has sought adequate representation for Jana Sena cadres and women activists in upcoming local body elections, citing their sacrifices for the ruling alliance. He also outlined road connectivity projects planned for tribal habitations

Tamil Nadu Chief Minister Vijay is expected to meet Andhra Pradesh Chief Minister N Chandrababu Naidu in Vijayawada on October 13 to discuss a shortfall in Krishna water supplies under the Telugu Ganga project, proposed dams and river interlinking.

YSR Congress Party chief YS Jagan Mohan Reddy accused Andhra Pradesh Chief Minister N. Chandrababu Naidu of betraying Backward Classes by promising 34 per cent reservation in local bodies, after the Supreme Court dismissed the state government's plea against the High Court order striking down the quota.

Andhra Pradesh MLC C Ramachandraiah has alleged that he was cheated of Rs 25 lakh by a man and his son who purportedly promised to sell him 5.5 acres of land in Madhapur, Hyderabad.

Andhra Pradesh Chief Minister N Chandrababu Naidu said the NDA would allocate at least 34 per cent of its tickets to BC candidates in local body elections. His announcement followed the Supreme Court’s dismissal of the state’s challenge to the High Court ruling

The Supreme Court dismissed the Andhra Pradesh government's plea challenging the quashing of 34 per cent BC reservation in local body elections. The Bench questioned the legal basis of Unified Family Survey data used to justify the enhanced quota

The YSRCP accused Andhra Pradesh’s TDP-led coalition government of favouring aqua feed companies and weakening APSADA. Party leaders also questioned subsidy policies and alleged that Chief Minister Chandrababu Naidu was using the Vivekananda Reddy murder case for political advantage.

APSRTC will operate 5,261 special buses from October 16 to 25 in view of the Dussehra passenger rush. The services will connect Andhra Pradesh districts and important cities with Hyderabad, Bengaluru and Chennai. Advance ticket reservations are available online

Telangana and Andhra Pradesh leaders, along with Union ministers, extended greetings to Indian Air Force personnel and their families on Air Force Day, praising their courage, professionalism and sacrifices in defending the nation and responding to humanitarian emergencies and disasters

  Andhra Pradesh Chief Minister N. Chandrababu Naidu and Deputy Chief Minister Pawan Kalyan congratulated Prime Minister Narendra Modi on completing 25 years as head of government. They praised his leadership, public service and role in advancing Viksit Bharat and development 

A 28-year-old software employee from Andhra Pradesh allegedly died by suicide at a hostel in Hyderabad's Gachibowli. Police said a suicide note recovered from the room cited depression and loneliness as reasons, and an investigation is underway.

Andhra Pradesh Chief Minister Chandrababu Naidu and Deputy Chief Minister Pawan Kalyan held a two-hour meeting to discuss seat-sharing, mayoral posts, and electoral strategy for the upcoming local body elections, with NDA allies aiming to contest the polls in a coordinated manner.