Pawan Kalyan Directs War Footing for AP's Green Cover Plan
Andhra Pradesh Deputy CM Pawan Kalyan orders officials to expedite the Great Green Wall and 50% green cover projects to protect the 974-km coastline. A detailed plan is due by January end.
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ONGC Gas Leak in Konaseema Remains Uncontrolled
A major gas leak at an ONGC site in Andhra Pradesh's Konaseema continues unabated. While flames have reduced slightly, emergency crews are battling the situation. Latest updates here.
Waqf Board's First International School in AP Launched in Nellore
Nellore MP Vemireddy Prabhakar Reddy laid the foundation for Dr APJ Abdul Kalam International School, a Rs 20 crore project by the Waqf Board. This initiative aims to provide quality education to underprivileged children in Andhra Pradesh. Read more.
Rs 30 Lakh Foreign Liquor Seized in Motihari Fodder Truck
Motihari excise officials, acting on a tip-off, intercepted a truck from UP and seized 100 cartons of foreign liquor concealed in fodder. Read the full story of the smuggling attempt.
2 Kg Ganja Seized, Driver Arrested in Trichy
PEW police in Trichy confiscated 2 kg of ganja from an SUV and arrested the driver. The narcotics, sourced from Andhra and Odisha, were destined for local distribution. Read the full details.
Fog, Rising Night Temps Disrupt Life in Coastal Andhra
Minimum temperatures rise in Andhra Pradesh as dense morning fog blankets coastal areas and tribal pockets, disrupting daily life and transport. IMD forecasts continued foggy conditions.
AP Tobacco Farmers Protest Central Tax Hike
Thousands of tobacco farmers in Andhra Pradesh protest against the Centre's steep tax increase, warning it will destroy livelihoods and boost illegal smuggling. FAIFA demands a rollback.
Srikakulam NDPS Cases Jump 160%, 288 Arrested in 2025
Srikakulam district sees a massive spike in NDPS Act cases and arrests, driven by illegal cannabis flow from Odisha. Police seize 1,770 kg ganja, arrest 288. Read the full report.
Tobacco farmers protest tax hike, warn of smuggling surge
Thousands of tobacco farmers protest in Andhra Pradesh & Karnataka against a steep GST hike, warning it will crush livelihoods and boost illegal smuggling. FAIFA demands a rollback to revenue-neutral rates.
AP's 2025 Education Reforms: Mega DSC, Digital Leap & Record PTM
Andhra Pradesh's education sector transformed in 2025 with massive teacher recruitment, digital integration, and student-centric reforms. Discover the key initiatives that reshaped learning.
Andhra man desecrates Shiva Lingam over land dispute
A man in Andhra Pradesh's East Godavari district vandalized a Shiva Lingam due to a long-standing dispute with temple staff over an irrigation canal. Police confirm no political links. Read the full report.
AP Crime Falls 6.17% in 2025; Key Stats Revealed
Andhra Pradesh sees a 6.17% decline in overall crime in 2025. Rioting plunges 54%, cyber fraud losses drop 16%, and conviction rates rise. Explore the full data breakdown here.
8 Arrested for Smuggling Andhra Cannabis to Sri Lanka
Andhra Pradesh police arrest eight, including a software engineer, for smuggling high-grade Sheelavathi cannabis from Odisha border to Tamil Nadu and Sri Lanka. Details inside.
Two arrested for smuggling red sanders, gutka near Chennai
Chennai police arrested two men in Gummidipoondi for smuggling red sandalwood and gutka from Andhra Pradesh. Details on the seizures and ongoing investigations here.
Software engineer among 8 held in Andhra cannabis smuggling racket
Andhra Pradesh police arrest eight, including a woman software engineer, for smuggling high-grade cannabis from Odisha border to Tamil Nadu and Sri Lanka. Read the full investigation details.
DRI seizes Rs 4 crore iPhones from Pakistan at Mumbai airport
DRI arrests six, seizes 186 high-end iPhones & cosmetics from Pakistan worth Rs 4 crore at Mumbai airport. The accused were part of a smuggling syndicate. Read the full investigation details.
BCY Chief Slams AP Govt Over Law & Order, Drugs, Political Interference
BCY Party president Bode Ramachandra Yadav alleges complete collapse of law & order in Andhra Pradesh, crimes against women daily. Demands CBI probe into drug mafia, claims minister wields unconstitutional power over police.
Patna cops intercept river liquor smuggling, bust fake factory
Patna police thwart liquor smuggling via the Ganga river and uncover a counterfeit foreign liquor factory ahead of festive season. Read the full details of the late-night operation and raid.
Trichy sees sharp rise in ganja seizures via trains
Ganja seizures in Trichy have nearly tripled in 2025. Smugglers are now using roads and intra-state trains as authorities intensify checks on interstate routes. Read the full report.
Ex-CBI Chief Alleges Forced Circumcision in Andhra
Former CBI head alleges non-Muslim boys in Andhra Pradesh underwent circumcision to push a communal agenda. He demands a review of medical records from the past decade.
Chandigarh Police Smash Drug Networks, Arrest 835
Chandigarh police have launched a major offensive against narcotics, registering 732 NDPS cases since 2020. The crackdown has seen assets worth Rs 15 crore frozen. Read the full story.
Andhra King Taluka OTT Release on Netflix Dec 25
Ram Pothineni's film Andhra King Taluka is set for its OTT premiere on Netflix on December 25. The Telugu movie, which had a modest box office run, will stream in five languages.
Naidu Hits Out at Opponents, Unveils Swachh Andhra Vision
CM Nara Chandrababu Naidu accuses opponents of misinformation, outlines ambitious plans for a plastic-free Andhra by June 2026 and industrial growth in Anakapalli. Read his full vision.
Lokesh: YSRCP PILs Stall 100K Jobs in Andhra Pradesh
AP Minister Nara Lokesh alleges YSRCP is filing PILs to block major IT investments like TCS & Raheja, threatening over 100,000 jobs for the state's youth. Read more.
KRS Workers Attacked in Bengaluru Over Rice Smuggling Probe
KRS party workers were allegedly assaulted in Yelachenahalli while inspecting illegal smuggling of Anna Bhagya scheme rice. Police have been informed. Read the full report.
Gold Smuggling Mastermind Arrested by DRI in Mumbai
The Directorate of Revenue Intelligence arrests the alleged mastermind of an international gold smuggling syndicate after a Rs 4 crore seizure at Mumbai airport. Read the full investigation details.
West Godavari Leads AP in Public Perception, CM Naidu Lauds
West Godavari district leads Andhra Pradesh in public satisfaction, scoring 71.0 in the latest District Satisfaction Tracking. CM Naidu praised Collector Nagarani's governance. Discover the key factors behind this success.
Naidu's 10 Principles for Swarnandhra 2047, Focus on Law & Order
CM N Chandrababu Naidu outlines 10 principles for Swarnandhra 2047, directs officials to resolve land issues, digitise records, and adopt zero-tolerance towards crime. Read about the key directives from the collectors' conference.
ASR District Records Bone-Chilling 5.4°C, Fog Disrupts Life
Parts of Andhra Pradesh's Alluri Sitharama Raju district grapple with severe cold wave, with temperatures plunging to as low as 5.4°C. Dense fog blankets the region, disrupting daily routines. IMD forecasts continued dry weather.
Garhwa Police Seize Rs 1 Crore Liquor Consignment
Garhwa police confiscated IMFL worth over Rs 1 crore from a hotel near NH-39. The consignment, en route to Bihar from UP, led to one arrest. Details inside.
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