Andhra Pradesh

Three people from Andhra Pradesh died and two others were injured in a tourist boat capsize near Vietnam’s Phu Quoc Island. Andhra Pradesh CM N Chandrababu Naidu expressed grief, directed officials to assist families, and ensure survivors’ safe return.

At least 15 Indian tourists, mostly from Andhra Pradesh and Telangana, died after a boat capsized near Phú Quốc Island in southern Vietnam. The Indian Embassy confirmed ongoing rescue operations and has set up emergency centres in Ho Chi Minh City and Hanoi to assist families.

The Andhra Pradesh Cabinet, led by Chief Minister N. Chandrababu Naidu, has approved the establishment of a special NIA court in Visakhapatnam with state-wide jurisdiction to expedite pending cases under the National Investigation Agency Act.

The Andhra Pradesh Cabinet has cleared 13 major investment proposals worth Rs 11,569.91 crore, expected to generate over 31,000 jobs across the state. The Cabinet also discussed the alleged misuse of social media, with CM N. Chandrababu Naidu directing officials to set up a Social Media Response Cell and a Task Force to counter misinformation and online abuse.

The lone survivor of the Visakhapatnam fishing boat tragedy has recounted surviving nearly 18 hours in the sea after clinging to the overturned vessel for nine hours. Authorities have ended the search for six missing fishermen, while Andhra Pradesh announced compensation for their families.

Andhra Pradesh Civil Supplies Minister Nadendla Manohar announced that innovative reforms in paddy procurement under the NDA coalition government have enabled the state to achieve its highest-ever procurement of 7.4 million tonnes.

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.