Andhra Pradesh

The Supreme Court has registered a suo motu writ petition based on a resolution passed by the Supreme Court Bar Association (SCBA) concerning the detention of a young lawyer before the Andhra Pradesh High Court. The SCBA expressed deep concern over the incident, while the Bar Council of India also sought intervention.

APSDMA has forecast light rains with thunderstorms and lightning across several districts of Andhra Pradesh over the next two days, even as heatwave conditions persist in parts of the state. Unseasonal rainfall continues to impact agricultural activity in some regions.

The Andhra Cricket Association will conduct a talent hunt for fast bowlers aged 18 to 25. Eligible players can register online and report at the VDCA B Ground on May 24, with zonal and state representatives ineligible to participate

The YSRCP has called for complete transparency in the Special Intensive Revision of electoral rolls in Andhra Pradesh. General Secretary and MLC Lella Appi Reddy wrote three letters to the Chief Electoral Officer, demanding constituency-wise voter lists and Booth Level Officer details in digital format

A private bus carrying about 40 passengers from Hyderabad to Vijayawada hit a stationary van at Dorakunta in Suryapet’s Kodad mandal. The driver was injured while passengers sustained minor injuries. Police cleared the vehicles and restored normal traffic flow

A man killed his wife Shirisha at an auto stand near Kodad bus stand in Suryapet district after a domestic dispute. The accused Manideep was arrested by police following the brutal attack, which occurred in public and shocked onlookers

Andhra Pradesh IT Minister, Nara Lokesh laid the foundation stone for Carrier Global's manufacturing facility, expected to generate 3000 jobs in the state.

Centre issued gazette notification establishing South Coast Railway Zone with headquarters in Visakhapatnam effective June 1, 2026 including divisions like Guntakal, Guntur, Vijayawada and Visakhapatnam after reorganising SCR and ECoR fulfilling Andhra Pradesh demand since 2014

Andhra Pradesh Governor S. Abdul Nazeer, Chief Minister Chandrababu Naidu, and other leaders extended birthday greetings to Vice-President C. P. Radhakrishnan. Leaders praised his commitment to constitutional values, public service, and strengthening democratic institutions.

The Andhra Pradesh government and Sri Sathya Sai Central Trust have extended the Ragi Java nutrition programme for government school students until 2029. Benefiting over 30 lakh children, the initiative supports health, attendance, and overall learning outcomes.

The accident happened late Saturday night on the national highway at Aravakuru Cheruvu Cross in Kuderu mandal

The IMD has forecast thunderstorms, rainfall, and strong winds across Andhra Pradesh over the next five days, bringing possible relief from extreme heat. Heavy rain and gusty winds are expected in several regions, especially between May 5 and 6.

YSRCP on Sunday hit out at Andhra Pradesh Chief Minister N. Chandrababu Naidu over his “axe party” remark, alleging corruption in Amaravati’s development and inflated project costs, while claiming the capital has become a “golden goose” for ruling interests.

A tragic road accident in Anantapur district killed two youths after their motorbike caught fire following a collision with a car. The explosion trapped them in flames, while another person was critically injured in a subsequent autorickshaw crash

A commission headed by retired IAS officer Dinesh Kumar has revealed that Tirumala Tirupati Devasthanams (TTD) procured over 70 lakh kg of ghee without mandatory quality checks, enabling adulterated supplies to enter the system.

The Andhra Pradesh SSC 2026 results were announced with the overall pass percentage improving to 85.25 per cent from last year. Girls outperformed boys, while Parvathipuram Manyam district topped the state. Supplementary exams will be conducted from May 25 to June 4

Infosys will set up a 20-acre campus in Visakhapatnam with capacity for 7,000 employees, expanding its presence in Andhra Pradesh. The move highlights growing tech investment and local talent development in the region

YSRCP leader Pudi Srihari was arrested again by Kuppam police in Bengaluru over alleged objectionable social media posts targeting Andhra Pradesh Chief Minister N Chandrababu Naidu. The arrest came after the Supreme Court declined to intervene in the Andhra Pradesh High Court’s order

Nara Lokesh took oath as TDP National Working President, administered by Chandrababu Naidu at Mangalagiri. The party announced new committees blending senior leaders and grassroots members, marking a structural overhaul aimed at strengthening organisational reach and future leadership transition.

A high-speed car crash on National Highway 16 near Perapuram killed four people and injured two. Police say overspeeding caused the vehicle to hit pedestrians and stationary lorries, highlighting concerns over reckless driving and road safety

Google will invest $15 billion to establish a massive AI Data Centre in Visakhapatnam, marking one of India’s largest foreign direct investments. Spread across 600 acres with a capacity of one gigawatt, the centre will position Visakhapatnam as a global AI hub.

Lisa Gill was sworn in as Chief Justice of the Andhra Pradesh High Court by Governor S Abdul Nazeer in Vijayawada, succeeding Justice Dhiraj Singh Thakur. The ceremony was attended by judges, lawyers, and officials

Andhra Pradesh Chief Minister N Chandrababu Naidu has directed officials to prepare a comprehensive action plan to expand horticulture to 50 lakh acres, establish a dedicated cocoa city, and strengthen the agriculture sector. He emphasised natural farming, multi-cropping, and certification-based marketing to boost farmer incomes.

The Enforcement Directorate (ED) has intensified its investigation into the alleged Andhra Pradesh liquor scam, conducting searches at multiple locations in Hyderabad and Tirupati. Properties linked to former Rajya Sabha member V. Vijayasai Reddy and ex-MLA Chevireddy Bhaskar Reddy were among those raided.