Andhra Pradesh

Andhra Pradesh Chief Minister N. Chandrababu Naidu met Singapore Prime Minister Lawrence Wong and sought cooperation in semiconductors, AI, quantum technologies, urban governance and research. The leaders also discussed Amaravati's development, green energy, natural farming, infrastructure and population management.

A TTD Trust Board member and BJP leader has filed a criminal complaint against actor Prakash Raj in a Tirupati court, alleging that his remarks on Lord Rama, Lakshmana and the Ramayana hurt religious sentiments and violated provisions of the Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita.

YSRCP chief YS Jagan Mohan Reddy accused the Chandrababu Naidu-led TDP government of suppressing democracy and free speech after the party’s official Facebook page was restricted. TDP spokesperson Neelayapalem Vijay Kumar countered that the restriction was due to repeated violations of cyber laws, not political vendetta.

Cyberabad police arrested a 22-year-old Vijayawada resident in Madhapur for possession and sale of MDMA and cannabis. The raid led to the seizure of narcotics, mobile phones, and weighing machines, while two suppliers remain absconding.

The NDRF has joined the ongoing search for two-year-old Sunkara Gnaneswari, who went missing from a palm oil plantation in Kakinada district on June 6. More than 400 personnel, drones and specialised teams are participating in the operation.

Vijayawada Sunrisers beat Kakinada Kings by 51 runs in an Andhra Premier League T20 match at Visakhapatnam. M. Abhinav’s 49 and M. Lekaz Reddy’s unbeaten 62 stood out, but Sunrisers’ 202 proved too strong as Kings finished at 151

Andhra Pradesh Energy Minister Gottipati Ravi Kumar stated that the NDA government has not raised electricity tariffs in its two years in office and assured no hikes for the next three years. He accused the previous YSRCP regime of financially weakening the power sector.

Chief Minister N. Chandrababu Naidu said the NDA government in Andhra Pradesh has overcome challenges inherited from the previous regime and delivered welfare, development and good governance during its first two years, while thanking the Centre and people for their support.

Andhra Pradesh Chief Minister N Chandrababu Naidu unveiled the Swarna Andhra 2047 vision at the NITI Aayog Governing Council meeting, outlining a roadmap to make the state prosperous, inclusive, and globally competitive by 2047.

The Bharat Rashtra Samithi has accused the Congress government in Telangana of abandoning the Pharma City project, forcing several companies to move their investments to Andhra Pradesh. BRS leader T Harish Rao alleged that the decision has hurt employment prospects.

The Enforcement Directorate conducted raids at multiple locations linked to former YSRCP minister Karumuri Nageswara Rao and others in connection with an alleged ₹195 crore liquor transport scam. Officials said cash, luxury watches, vehicles and documents were seized during searches

The Andhra Pradesh government has prepared a roadmap to develop a 15 GW power transmission network to support 16 proposed data centre projects and future demand. The plan aims to strengthen Visakhapatnam's position as a major digital infrastructure and investment hub

The accident at Vizag Steel Plant once again exposes serious gaps in industrial safety, maintenance and accountability. Independent investigations and stronger safety protocols can no longer be delayed

The Southwest Monsoon has temporarily stalled, delaying its advance across Telangana, Andhra Pradesh and Maharashtra. Weather experts and climate researchers attribute the slowdown to dry air intrusion and El Nino conditions, raising concerns over rainfall availability for the Kharif agricultural season.

The Cabinet Committee on Economic Affairs has approved a ₹1,234.91 crore General Pool Residential Accommodation project in Amaravati. Spanning 17 acres, the eco-friendly campus will feature 1,504 quarters, modern amenities, and generate significant employment during construction

The death toll from the Visakhapatnam Steel Plant ladle explosion rose to nine after an injured contract worker died. Deputy CM Pawan Kalyan announced compensation packages and a high-level probe by a Bokaro Steel Plant committee

Andhra Pradesh Chief Minister N. Chandrababu Naidu congratulated Prime Minister Narendra Modi on becoming India's longest-serving Prime Minister, praising his leadership, development initiatives and vision for the country. TDP National Working President Nara Lokesh also lauded Modi's record tenure.

Tribal land legislation is ultimately not about restricting transactions; it is about preserving cultures, and securing indigenous livelihoods

Eight workers died and six were injured in a molten steel explosion at Visakhapatnam Steel Plant. Deputy CM Pawan Kalyan and Minister Lokesh visited victims, assured government support, announced ex gratia, and stressed safety audits to prevent future accidents

Pawan Kalyan announced compensation of Rs 1.72 crore for families of regular employees and Rs 45.75 lakh for contract workers killed in the Rashtriya Ispat Nigam Limited blast, along with jobs, ex gratia and support measures

According to police, Ankam Rahul, a native of Jagtial district and a B.Tech student residing at Lakshmikala Boys Hostel in Saidabad, was reported missing by his father, A Rajeswar

Engineering student Ankam Rahul, missing from Hyderabad since May 27, was found dead in an agricultural well near Singarayakonda, Andhra Pradesh. A native of Jagtial district, his death remains suspicious, with police yet to confirm whether it was suicide or homicide

Acting Venezuela President Delcy Eloina Rodriguez Gomez visited the Sri Sathya Sai Institute of Higher Learning (SSSIHL) in Puttaparthi, Andhra Pradesh, where she praised its values-based integral education model.

The Telugu Desam Party has nominated Chintakayala Vijay, Bhashyam Ramakrishna and Sana Satish as its Rajya Sabha candidates. Party chief N. Chandrababu Naidu issued B-Forms ahead of the June 18 elections under the NDA seat-sharing arrangement