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Andhra Pradesh IT Minister Nara Lokesh hosted a London investor summit ahead of the CII Partnership Summit in Visakhapatnam. Highlighting AP’s $2.4 trillion economic vision, he outlined a green, cluster-based strategy and assured global investors of fast, transparent governance

YSRCP chief Jaganmohan Reddy accused CM Naidu of ignoring farmers' suffering in Kurnool, where onions are selling at Rs 3/kg and tomatoes at Rs 1.50/kg. He demanded immediate crop procurement and fair prices, blaming the TDP government for farmers’ distress

Lok Sabha Speaker Om Birla said the 33 per cent women’s reservation law will create a new generation of leaders shaping India’s future. Speaking in Tirupati, he urged 100 per cent literacy for girls, adding that empowered women are key to India’s development and governance

The India Meteorological Department has forecast heavy rain, thunderstorms, and lightning in many parts of Andhra Pradesh from September 11 to 15. Coastal and Rayalaseema regions may see strong winds. The rain is due to a cyclonic circulation nearby

Twenty-two Telugu citizens stranded in Nepal have returned via Bihar, while 195 more will be airlifted today. The Andhra Pradesh government, with support from India and Nepal, has drawn up a detailed evacuation plan to bring back all 217 stranded citizens

YSRCP leader Y S Jaganmohan Reddy accused CM Chandrababu Naidu of creating an artificial urea shortage, leading to a Rs 250 crore scam. He criticised the 'Super Six' celebration, alleged privatisation of medical colleges, and failure to fulfil election promises

Tirumala’s Venkateswara Swamy temple will close from 3:30 PM on September 7 to 3 AM on September 8 due to the lunar eclipse. Srivani darshan is rescheduled to 1 PM. No VIP letters will be accepted on September 15

YSRCP will hold a statewide protest called ‘Annadata Poru’ on September 9, demanding more urea for farmers and action against black marketing. The party blames the TDP government for the crisis. Naidu claims there's enough fertilizer stock across the State

An anonymous devotee from Bengaluru donated over Rs 1 crore to Tirumala Tirupati Devasthanams for its Sri Balaji Aarogya Varaprasadini Scheme, which funds healthcare for poor and disabled people through SVIMS hospital. The donation was handed to TTD chairman BR Naidu

Two undertrials escaped from Chodavaram sub-jail in Anakapalli after attacking the head warden with a hammer. The dramatic escape, caught on CCTV, involved stealing keys and locking guards. Police have launched a manhunt to trace the fugitives, Ramu and Kumar

Andhra Pradesh CM N Chandrababu Naidu declared a health emergency in Turakapalem village after 20 mysterious deaths in two months. Officials suspect melioidosis and have ordered hospitalisation, medical tests, health camps, safe water supply, and expert assistance

A 22-year-old man, Bobbadi Harish, died after collapsing while dancing during a Ganesh procession in Vizianagaram. Despite suffering from polio and having a heart condition, he joined the celebrations. He was rushed to a hospital but declared dead

Andhra Pradesh IT and Education Minister Nara Lokesh will meet PM Modi in Delhi on September 5. He praised the recent GST reforms, especially tax cuts on school items. CM Chandrababu Naidu also welcomed the changes as pro-poor and growth-focused

Andhra Minister P Narayana called Amaravati the “safest capital” and criticized false claims about its progress. He said 13,000 workers and 2,500 machines are on the job, with major buildings and roads nearing completion, aiming for full readiness by March 2026

Andhra Pradesh CM N Chandrababu Naidu challenged YSRCP MLAs to attend the Assembly for a debate on development versus devastation. Calling YSRCP a “fake party,” he defended his government’s Super Six welfare schemes while accusing the opposition of blocking progress

Two Hyderabad-based firms donated over Rs 4 crore to the Balaji Institute of Surgery, Research and Rehabilitation for the Disabled (BIRRD) under TTD. A devotee from Narasaraopet also contributed Rs 10 lakh to the Annaprasadam Trust at Tirumala’s Sri Venkateswara temple

Visakhapatnam will host the 41st annual Indian Association of Tour Operators (IATO) conference in 2026. Andhra Pradesh Tourism Special Chief Secretary Ajay Jain said the state is focusing on world-class infrastructure, new airports, and incentives to boost tourism and attract investments

The Calcutta High Court has commuted the death sentence of an Andhra Pradesh couple convicted of killing a toddler to life imprisonment for 40 years without remission. The bench upheld their conviction but ruled the case does not qualify as “rarest of rare”

Andhra Pradesh CM N Chandrababu Naidu will meet Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman in New Delhi on Friday to seek central support for state projects under SASCI and Purvodaya schemes. He will also attend a leaders’ forum before returning Friday night

Andhra Pradesh CM N Chandrababu Naidu inaugurated Ratan Tata Innovation Hubs in Amaravati and five cities, aiming to boost entrepreneurship. Backed by Tata Group and major firms, the initiative honours Ratan Tata’s legacy while supporting startups, industrial hubs, and economic growth in the State