Andhra Pradesh

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.

Andhra Pradesh's Mana Mitra WhatsApp governance platform now delivers 1,126 government services across 35 departments, serving 58.2 lakh citizens. The state is expanding AI-driven governance through grievance redressal, data integration and predictive administration to improve public service delivery and welfare

The TTD arranged a special VIP break darshan for 116-year-old Navaneethamma from Tamil Nadu after her remarkable trek to Tirumala on foot went viral. The centenarian and her family were honoured, while officials praised her unwavering devotion and determination.

Andhra Pradesh Deputy Chief Minister Pawan Kalyan paid tributes to Syama Prasad Mookerjee on his birth anniversary, while Chief Minister N. Chandrababu Naidu and HRD Minister Nara Lokesh remembered former Deputy Prime Minister Babu Jagjivan Ram on his death anniversary.

A court in Gannavaram remanded YouTuber and political commentator Prashna Raavan to 14 days of judicial custody after his fifth arrest in less than a week. Police invoked stringent provisions under the BNS and UAPA over alleged remarks against Deputy Chief Minister Pawan Kalyan.

Former Andhra Pradesh Chief Minister and YSR Congress Party President Y.S. Jagan Mohan Reddy accused Chief Minister N. Chandrababu Naidu of misusing the police force for political suppression.

Rayalaseema has attracted more than 275 proposed investment projects worth over Rs 4.5 lakh crore, with the Andhra Pradesh government focusing on industrialisation, infrastructure, manufacturing clusters and skill development to generate over 3.5 lakh employment opportunities across the region

Andhra Pradesh Minister Nara Lokesh has appealed to External Affairs Minister S. Jaishankar to help a Telugu family stranded at Hong Kong International Airport after losing their passports while travelling from Hyderabad to Chicago with two young children.

One of the seven fishermen reported missing off the Visakhapatnam coast has been rescued safely, while search operations continue for the remaining six. Chief Minister N. Chandrababu Naidu reviewed the rescue efforts and directed officials to intensify the multi-agency operation.

The YSR Congress Party (YSRCP) has accused the Chandrababu Naidu-led Andhra Pradesh government of failing to deliver on election promises, mismanaging loans, and showing a vindictive attitude. Leader of Opposition Botsa Satyanarayana reiterated the party's support for the MAVIGUN capital corridor over Amaravati.

The mother of missing youth Gade Sai Krishna, who allegedly died due to custodial torture in Vijayawada, threatened to immolate herself if her son’s ashes were not handed over. She accused former police inspector SSVV Nagaraju of killing and secretly cremating her son.

The Andhra Pradesh government has deposited Rs 1 lakh each into the bank accounts of 333 Hajj pilgrims who departed from the Vijayawada embarkation point, fulfilling Chief Minister N. Chandrababu Naidu’s election promise. Pilgrims expressed gratitude to the government and offered prayers for the state’s welfare.

Chief Minister N. Chandrababu Naidu launched the construction of JSW Steel’s $\text{Rs } 16,350\text{ -crore}$ green facility in Kadapa. The 2-MTPA eco-friendly plant features EAF technology and is scheduled for commercial production by March 2028

Andhra Pradesh Chief Minister N Chandrababu Naidu launched the construction of the JSW Rayalaseema Integrated Steel Plant in Kadapa district. The Rs 16,350 crore project will be developed in two phases and is expected to begin commercial production by March 2028

Four members of a marriage party died when a truck hit them from behind on the Bengaluru Highway in Cumbum, Markapur district. The bride survived as she was inside a temple. Police said the truck driver fled and investigation continues

A Vijayawada court has sent a suspended Circle Inspector S.S.V.V. Nagaraju, the prime accused in the custodial death of Gade Sai Krishna, to eight days of police custody. The Special Investigation Team (SIT) will interrogate him daily in Rajamahendravaram Jail under strict court-monitored conditions, including audio-video recording.

Immigration authorities at Hyderabad’s Rajiv Gandhi International Airport detained 20 women from East Godavari district while they attempted to travel to Muscat on forged visas. The women alleged they were duped by a travel agent promising overseas jobs.

Three people were charred to death in a road accident at Boyapalem village, Andhra Pradesh, early Wednesday when a truck collided head-on with another vehicle, igniting a consignment of papers.

An Indian IT professional, Venkatesh Doppalapudi (33), was killed after his vehicle was swept away by flash floods in Kansas, US. Despite intensive rescue efforts, his body was recovered a day later. The Indian Consulate in Houston is assisting with legal formalities and repatriation.

President Droupadi Murmu urged tribal youth to mentally prepare for change and help improve society by using government support effectively. Addressing the first convocation of the Central Tribal University of Andhra Pradesh, she called on graduates to contribute to inclusive national development

Andhra Pradesh Chief Minister N Chandrababu Naidu has directed officials to carry out statewide mineral mapping to identify valuable deposits, promote mineral value addition, strengthen mining regulation, improve sand monitoring, and explore opportunities to boost revenue and employment through mineral resources

N. Himakar smashed a sensational 115 off 53 balls as Simhadri Vizag Lions amassed 243/5 and defeated Capital Amaravati Royals by 57 runs in the Andhra Premier League T20. V. Srikanth and P. Girinath Reddy claimed four wickets each to seal victory