Andhra Pradesh

YS Jagan Mohan Reddy questioned the transparency of Andhra Pradesh’s DSC teacher recruitment process, raising concerns over TET marks, verification stages and a candidate’s eligibility. He also demanded moral responsibility from Chief Minister Chandrababu Naidu over the alleged irregularities

Heavy rains and thunderstorms lashed Andhra Pradesh, with two women suspected to have died of cardiac arrest in Palnadu district. Authorities issued weather warnings, advised fishermen against venturing into the sea and urged residents to avoid overflowing streams amid a rainfall deficit

Two people died in Palnadu district as heavy rain and thunderstorms lashed parts of Andhra Pradesh under the impact of a low-pressure area. The weather system is expected to bring moderate to heavy rain to isolated parts of the state.

YSRCP chief Y. S. Jagan Mohan Reddy renewed his demand for Education Minister Nara Lokesh's resignation and a CBI probe into alleged irregularities in DSC 2025, claiming jobs were given to candidates who did not write examinations

Union Minister K Rammohan Naidu on Thursday flagged off Fly91’s inaugural Tirupati-Vijayawada flight, as the airline launched direct services to Hyderabad and Rajahmundry. The expansion takes Fly91’s network to 13 destinations and strengthens regional air connectivity

The Andhra Pradesh government will provide free electricity to Ganesh pandals across the State during Ganesh Chaturthi, Minister Nara Lokesh announced. He also recalled TDP chief N. Chandrababu Naidu’s 2023 arrest, thanking the Telugu community for its support

Seven people were killed in two separate road accidents in Karnataka’s Kolar and Chikkaballapur districts on Monday. Four members of a Bengaluru family returning from Tirupati died after their car overturned, while three women were killed in another collision.

A family of four reportedly jumped into the Godavari River from a bridge at Chinchinada in Andhra Pradesh. Search operations led to the recovery of three bodies, while local fishermen rescued a woman. Police are investigating the circumstances surrounding the incident

The YSRCP accused the Andhra Pradesh government of blocking social media accounts allegedly exposing irregularities in DSC 2025 recruitment. The party demanded a CBI probe and Education Minister Nara Lokesh’s resignation, while alleging misuse of the sports quota.

Andhra Pradesh ACB seized Rs 2.48 lakh during surprise checks at a toll plaza near Kavali in SPSR Nellore district. The agency alleged that an MVI was collecting illegal gratification from vehicle drivers with assistance from others.

YSRCP Chief and former Andhra Pradesh CM YS Jagan Mohan Reddy accused current CM N. Chandrababu Naidu of censoring criticism over the alleged DSC 2025 recruitment scam by blocking social media accounts and deleting posts. He demanded a CBI probe, sought Education Minister Nara Lokesh’s resignation, and alleged corruption in teacher recruitment, calling the government’s actions “censorship” and a violation of free speech.

YSRCP chief YS Jagan Mohan Reddy accused Andhra Pradesh Chief Minister N Chandrababu Naidu’s government of suppressing questions over alleged DSC 2025 recruitment irregularities by restricting social media content. He demanded a CBI probe and Education Minister Nara Lokesh’s resignation

Andhra Pradesh Chief Minister N Chandrababu Naidu has agreed to constitute the 12th Pay Revision Commission and clear two pending Dearness Allowances from October 2026. The measures, along with other employee and pension benefits, will cost the exchequer Rs 2,880 crore annually

Andhra Pradesh Chief Minister N Chandrababu Naidu has directed officials to expedite investigations into SC/ST atrocity cases and ensure speedy punishment for the guilty. He also ordered a study of the relatively high number of cases reported in four districts

Vijayawada Airport director M Lakshmikanth Reddy announced that the upcoming new terminal, expected to be completed by October, will enable the implementation of a hub-and-spoke model for international passengers. The terminal will feature six aerobridges, multi-level operations, and advanced facilities.

Andhra Pradesh Deputy Chief Minister Pawan Kalyan has directed Pollution Control Board officials to issue summons to Andhra Paper Mills over alleged violations and pollution in the Godavari. He accused the company of contributing half of Rajahmundry’s liquid waste

Andhra Pradesh Governor S Abdul Nazeer, Chief Minister N Chandrababu Naidu, Deputy CM Pawan Kalyan and former CM YS Jagan Mohan Reddy greeted people on Krishna Janmashtami, highlighting Lord Krishna’s teachings on righteousness, duty, truth and harmony.

ISRO chief V Narayanan said vigorous and systematic work is underway for the first uncrewed Gaganyaan mission, targeted for launch this year. He also announced six more launches for the financial year and dismissed speculation that EOS-05 is a spy satellite

Andhra Pradesh ACB arrested TTD Deputy Executive Officer Mendu Lokanatham after searches at premises linked to him in connection with the alleged ghee adulteration case. Officials seized cash, gold, silver and property documents and identified assets worth around Rs 5 crore

The Andhra Pradesh ACB registered a disproportionate assets case against TTD Deputy Executive Officer Mendu Lokanatham after searches in Tirupati uncovered properties, gold, silver, cash and fixed deposits valued at around Rs 5 crore. The probe followed CBI intelligence linked to the Tirumala laddu adulteration investigation

Andhra Pradesh Chief Minister N. Chandrababu Naidu has directed TTD and Endowments Department officials to expedite the construction of 5,000 temples and restore 1,000 ancient shrines. He also called for expanding the TTD’s spiritual, educational, healthcare and charitable services

The Andhra Pradesh Health Department is investigating the death of a seven-year-old girl in Gollaguppa village after she was administered chloroquine as malaria prevention medication. Officials said the exact cause remains under investigation, while specialist teams monitor other recipients

Former Andhra Pradesh Chief Minister Y.S. Rajasekhara Reddy’s children, Jagan Mohan Reddy and Y.S. Sharmila, paid tributes at YSR Ghat in Idupulapaya on his 17th death anniversary, with both recalling his welfare initiatives and enduring political legacy

Andhra Pradesh Chief Minister N Chandrababu Naidu released Godavari waters to North Andhra through the Polavaram Project Left Main Canal. The Rs 4,192-crore project is expected to strengthen irrigation, improve drinking water supply and eventually support nearly eight lakh acres