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Andhra Pradesh will establish India’s first Artificial Intelligence University, Minister Nara Lokesh announced during his Australia visit. The state is also introducing AI curriculum from high school and setting up AI and Robotics Labs in government schools to boost tech education.

Andhra Pradesh IT Minister Nara Lokesh invited Australia’s Griffith University to set up a sports centre of excellence in India. During his Australia tour, Lokesh praised the university’s Olympic success and discussed partnerships in sports, sustainability, and innovation

Andhra Pradesh Minister Nara Lokesh welcomed Australia’s decision to allow the import of Indian prawns, calling it a major relief for exporters. He also held talks with Australian seafood leaders to strengthen trade partnerships and promote sustainable aquaculture practices

Chief Minister N Chandrababu Naidu said the Andhra Pradesh government will not compromise on law and order, stressing that peace and security are essential for investment. He praised the police for combating crime and urged them to counter misinformation and social media abuse

A parcel containing firecrackers exploded at a courier point in Parvathipuram town, killing one person and injuring five others. The blast occurred inside the APSRTC complex, prompting an inquiry into how the prohibited parcel was accepted

Andhra Pradesh Chief Minister N Chandrababu Naidu emphasized developing the state as a global AI destination ahead of the CII summit in Visakhapatnam. Discussions will focus on AI, semiconductors, MedTech, smart manufacturing, supply chains, and skill development initiatives

Andhra Pradesh and Karnataka IT Ministers, Nara Lokesh and Priyank Kharge, traded barbs on social media over investments, debt, and startup migration. Lokesh highlighted USD 15 billion Google AI data centre, while Kharge raised concerns over Andhra’s rising liabilities

Prime Minister Narendra Modi inaugurated and laid the foundation for projects worth Rs 13,430 crore across Andhra Pradesh, covering industry, transport, energy, and defence sectors. The developments include industrial hubs, highways, railway lines, and energy pipelines, generating jobs and investments

Prime Minister Narendra Modi offered prayers at the Srisailam temple in Andhra Pradesh on Thursday, seeking the well-being and prosperity of all Indians. He also visited the Sree Shivaji Spoorthi Kendra and will address a GST awareness meeting

Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Thursday launched and laid foundation stones for development projects worth ₹13,430 crore in Andhra Pradesh, covering power, roads, railways, petroleum, industry, and defence sectors to spur investment, create jobs, and strengthen infrastructure in Rayalaseema and coastal regions.

Vice President C P Radhakrishnan has been invited to the centenary celebrations of Sri Sathya Sai Baba in Puttaparthi. The event will include elaborate arrangements, advanced surveillance, and is expected to draw over 10 lakh devotees from India and abroad

The Andhra Pradesh SIT conducted searches at multiple properties linked to YSRCP MP Peddireddy Midhun Reddy in connection with the Rs 3,200 crore liquor scam. The probe has revealed large-scale kickbacks during 2019–24, allegedly involving top political leader

M Venkatram Reddy from Kurnool (Andhra Pradesh) won gold in both the 800m and 1500m events at the Junior National Athletics Championship in Bhubaneswar. Another athlete from Andhra, D. Sheshu, earned a bronze medal in the 200m

The 20th edition of Narayana Scholastic Aptitude Test (NSAT 2025) saw over 1 lakh students from Telangana and Andhra Pradesh participate, with over Rs 50 crore in scholarships and Rs 1 crore in cash prizes offered. Online exams will follow on October 19 and 26

Shaik Roshan of Andhra Pradesh won the silver in the 110m hurdles for men (under-20) with a time of 14.02 at the 40th National Junior Athletics Championship in Bhubaneswar. Saif Chafekar and K Kiran won gold and bronze, respectively

A D L Janardhan of Andhra Pradesh claimed the 35 years & above title at the AISTA Prize Money Veterans Tennis Tournament with an 8-7 (5) victory over Vamshi Krishna of Telangana. Other category results included decisive wins for players from AP and TN

A 19-year-old BTech student from Andhra Pradesh was found dead in his hostel room in Petbasheerabad, Hyderabad. The student allegedly died by suicide. Hostel staff discovered the body and informed authorities.

hief Minister N. Chandrababu Naidu reiterated Andhra Pradesh’s commitment to strengthen the Visakhapatnam Steel Plant, noting major production gains and ₹11,440 crore central assistance. He directed that capacity utilisation reach 92.5% by FY26 through coordinated efforts with the Centre.

Former CM Y S Jagan Mohan Reddy accused CM N Chandrababu Naidu of fostering spurious liquor trade in Andhra Pradesh, citing fake liquor factories, reduced government excise revenue, and organized crime threatening public health and State finances under TDP’s patronage

Karnataka Minister Priyank Kharge and Andhra Pradesh counterpart Nara Lokesh engaged in an online spat over startup relocation. Kharge criticised Lokesh’s overtures to lure Bengaluru startups to Vizag, calling it “desperate scavenging,” while Lokesh defended AP’s investment initiatives