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A depression over the Bay of Bengal is likely to intensify into a very severe cyclonic storm by October 28, crossing Andhra Pradesh between Bapatla and Visakhapatnam. Authorities have issued alerts, while Chief Minister Chandrababu Naidu ordered precautionary measures

Andhra Pradesh Chief Minister N Chandrababu Naidu accused the YSRCP of violence and disruption during local body elections. YSRCP leader Ambati Rambabu countered that the ruling coalition was using the police and State Election Commission to intimidate opposition candidates.

Four Bhavani devotees from Andhra Pradesh’s Vizianagaram district were killed when a speeding vehicle hit them near Kathipudi in Kakinada district. The devotees had stopped after their bus broke down while travelling to Vijayawada for darshan at Kanaka Durga Temple

Andhra Pradesh Deputy Chief Minister Pawan Kalyan ordered legal action against a fake WhatsApp channel impersonating the Deputy CMO and spreading misleading information. An FIR is being initiated, while the public has been urged to follow verified official communication channels

The Supreme Court directed Andhra Pradesh’s State Election Commission to withhold final candidate lists for urban local body polls until October 26. It asked the panel to examine complaints of nomination obstruction and ordered adequate security to ensure free and fair elections

The Andhra Pradesh government transferred IAS officer Vikas Marmat after Bengaluru police registered a case against him and three others over an alleged confrontation at a pub. The officer has been directed to report to the General Administration Department.

Andhra Pradesh Chief Minister N Chandrababu Naidu outlined Rs 3,222 crore worth of development works to transform Tirupati into a world-class spiritual centre. Projects include an integrated pilgrim township, accommodation, an Annaprasadam centre, parking, roads, employee housing and digital services.

Crop losses, water shortages and deficient rainfall are reportedly driving farmers and farm labourers from parts of Telangana to Karnataka, Maharashtra and other destinations. Locals say distress migration has intensified in Gadwal and Sangareddy, with students and elderly people also affected.

Andhra Pradesh Deputy Chief Minister Pawan Kalyan has sought adequate representation for Jana Sena cadres and women activists in upcoming local body elections, citing their sacrifices for the ruling alliance. He also outlined road connectivity projects planned for tribal habitations

Andhra Pradesh Chief Minister N Chandrababu Naidu said the NDA would allocate at least 34 per cent of its tickets to BC candidates in local body elections. His announcement followed the Supreme Court’s dismissal of the state’s challenge to the High Court ruling

The Supreme Court dismissed the Andhra Pradesh government's plea challenging the quashing of 34 per cent BC reservation in local body elections. The Bench questioned the legal basis of Unified Family Survey data used to justify the enhanced quota

APSRTC will operate 5,261 special buses from October 16 to 25 in view of the Dussehra passenger rush. The services will connect Andhra Pradesh districts and important cities with Hyderabad, Bengaluru and Chennai. Advance ticket reservations are available online

Telangana and Andhra Pradesh leaders, along with Union ministers, extended greetings to Indian Air Force personnel and their families on Air Force Day, praising their courage, professionalism and sacrifices in defending the nation and responding to humanitarian emergencies and disasters

  Andhra Pradesh Chief Minister N. Chandrababu Naidu and Deputy Chief Minister Pawan Kalyan congratulated Prime Minister Narendra Modi on completing 25 years as head of government. They praised his leadership, public service and role in advancing Viksit Bharat and development 

Andhra Pradesh Chief Minister N Chandrababu Naidu on Thursday said his government was working to transform Araku into a premier global coffee destination. He said strengthening the Araku Coffee brand would empower local growers and boost Andhra Pradesh's presence globally

The Andhra Pradesh High Court struck down two government orders providing 34 per cent reservation for BCs in local body polls, citing the 50 per cent ceiling on total reservations. The state government said it would challenge the verdict in the Supreme Court

The Election Commission has extended the Special Intensive Revision schedule in Andhra Pradesh and Meghalaya, fixing October 16 and October 26 for publication of final voter lists. The decision follows changes and objections concerning aspects of the electoral-roll revision exercise

Torrential rainfall triggered by a deep depression has reduced Andhra Pradesh’s overall rainfall deficit to 31 per cent from 50 per cent. Chief Minister N Chandrababu Naidu reviewed the flood situation and directed officials to expedite relief and irrigation measures

A two-year-old boy died after the ambulance carrying him got stuck in traffic caused by a Ganesh immersion procession in Khammam. His father reportedly carried him on his shoulders to a nearby hospital, where doctors declared him dead.

The Indo-American Chamber of Commerce hosted its Digital Infrastructure Summit 2026 in Hyderabad, bringing together over 100 business, technology and policy leaders. The summit focused on building robust and secure digital infrastructure to support India’s AI innovation and digital growth.