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A Hyderabad-based businessman has donated half blades worth Rs 1.2 crore to Tirumala Tirupati Devasthanams for tonsuring rituals. The donation will meet the temple’s annual requirement, saving the temple body significant expenditure.

Cyberabad SOT raided The Pendent farmhouse in Moinabad and stopped an unauthorised late night liquor party allegedly hosted by an Andhra Pradesh MLC and his partner. Police seized liquor and hookah equipment and booked the farmhouse owner and organiser. Investigation continues

Five engineering students observing Ayyappa Swamy deeksha died after their car crashed into a truck that reportedly slowed down suddenly on the Chilakutpeta bypass in Palnadu. Four died on the spot and one in hospital. Police registered a case.

Scrub Typhus cases are surging in Andhra Pradesh, mostly affecting farmers. Telangana, an endemic region, is at risk. The painless mite-borne disease mimics dengue, typhoid, or malaria. Early diagnosis and precautions such as protective clothing and hygiene are essential.

A 25-year-old woman, daughter of an IAS officer, died by suicide at her parents’ home in Guntur. She had earlier accused her husband’s family of dowry harassment. Police registered a case under BNS Section 80 and have begun investigations

YSRCP leader Kakani Govardhan Reddy accused Chief Minister Chandrababu Naidu of dividing regions and farmers through “irrational” district reorganisation. He said shifting key Nellore mandals to Tirupati breaks earlier promises and will cause serious problems for farmers depending on existing administrative systems

PM Modi paid tributes to Sri Sathya Sai Baba on his birth centenary, releasing a Rs 100 coin and stamps. Highlighting the guru’s service ethos, Modi praised Sai Baba’s institutions, social welfare initiatives, and encouraged citizens to embrace seva, local empowerment, and Atmanirbhar Bharat

Prime Minister Modi said over four crore Sukanya Samriddhi accounts have been opened and Rs 3.25 lakh crore saved for girls’ future. He spoke about cow protection helping families’ prosperity and honoured Sri Satya Sai Baba by releasing a Rs 100 coin and stamps.

YS Jaganmohan Reddy criticised the Andhra Pradesh government, citing CAG data that shows slow tax growth and shrinking capital spending. He said the TDP’s high GSDP claims don’t match the weak revenue trends and alleged rising debt under the current regime

YS Jagan accused CM Chandrababu Naidu of “credit chori,” claiming the present government is taking credit for housing works executed under YSRCP. Jagan highlighted 31.19 lakh house site pattas issued, 21.75 lakh houses sanctioned, and over 9 lakh homes completed during YSRCP tenure

A 20-year-old engineering student, P Srujan, was found dead in his hostel room in Etcherla, Srikakulam. Reports indicate he suffered from depression and was undergoing medication. Police have registered a case under BNS Section 194 and are investigating the incident

Former TTD EO A V Dharma Reddy appeared before the CBI-led SIT for a second day over the Rs 250-crore laddu ghee adulteration case. The probe links fake ghee suppliers across states and implicates key aides of former TTD chairman Y V Subba Reddy.

In yet another incident, a private operator bus went up in flames on Hyderabad - Vijayawada highway. 29 passengers had a miraculous escape

A modern kitchen that can serve two lakh meals a day will be built by Reliance Industries in Tirumala, Reliance chairman Mukesh Ambani has announced

Renewable energy firm SAEL Industries will invest Rs 22,000 crore in Andhra Pradesh across solar, biomass, data centre, and port projects, generating over 70,000 jobs. The agreement will be signed during the CII Partnership Summit in Visakhapatnam on November 14–15, the TDP government announced

At KSLU’s seventh convocation in Dharwad, Andhra Pradesh Governor S Abdul Nazeer was awarded an honorary Doctor of Laws degree. Karnataka Governor Gehlot presented the honour, attended by Minister H K Patil and other dignitaries, with Nazeer thanking the university for the recognition

A book on his memoirs of college life written by B Maria Kumar, retired IPS officer was launched by the AC College principal Dr K Moses recently

Ten people, mostly women, died and several were injured in a stampede at the Venkateswara temple in Kasibugga, Srikakulam district, on Saturday. Officials said the tragedy occurred when a railing collapsed amid heavy rush on an auspicious day

Andhra Pradesh CM N Chandrababu Naidu said two people died due to Cyclone Montha but noted that timely precautions reduced damage. He directed officials to speed up relief and restoration, toured affected districts, and praised rescue teams for quick action

Telangana government sets up helplines following Kurnool bus tragedy. KCR and K T Rama Rao express condolences