Sankranti hotel prices hit ₹1 lakh in Godavari districts
Sankranti celebrations in Andhra's Godavari districts saw hotel rents skyrocket to ₹1 lakh for 3 days. With 150 hotels fully booked, high-stakes betting added to the festive frenzy. Read more.
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Sankranti Exodus: Telangana Youth Head to Andhra for Cockfights
Discover why a growing number of Telangana residents are crossing state borders to celebrate Sankranti in Andhra Pradesh's villages, drawn by rooster fights and all-night festivities. Explore the cultural shift and its economic impact.
Naidu: AP Drones Used in Op Sindoor, State Tech Hub
CM Naidu reveals Kurnool-made drones were used in Operation Sindoor, outlines AP's tech future with quantum computing, data centres & a Space City. Read more.
Police Crack Down on Illegal Cockfighting Rings in Andhra Pradesh
As Sankranti nears, illegal cockfighting arenas are emerging in urban Andhra Pradesh. Police warn of strict action, raiding a knife factory and dismantling setups. Read more.
ONGC controls Konaseema gas well fire after 5 days
ONGC successfully controls a major gas well fire in Andhra Pradesh's Konaseema district after a five-day operation involving experts from Singapore. Read about the response and environmental impact.
AP Cabinet approves Dagadarthi greenfield airport project
Andhra Pradesh Cabinet approves the Dagadarthi greenfield airport in Nellore district, set to become the state's 8th airport, boosting logistics and industrial growth in southern AP. Read more.
NTR District Bans Cockfights During Sankranti Festival
NTR district administration warns of strict action, including criminal charges, against illegal cockfights during Sankranti. Collector Dr G Lakshmisha directs committees to enforce ban.
ASR District's Chintapalle records 5°C, coldest day of winter
Chintapalle in Andhra Pradesh's ASR district shivers at 5°C, 4 degrees below normal. Dense fog disrupts traffic, with colder days predicted for Sankranti. Read the full weather report.
Andhra Govt Hikes Ticket Prices for Prabhas' 'The Raja Saab'
Andhra Pradesh government approves a temporary ticket price hike for Prabhas' horror-comedy 'The Raja Saab'. Single-screen tickets up by Rs 150, multiplex by Rs 200. Read full details.
Naidu Seeks Central Funds for G-RAM-G, Cites Funding Burden
Andhra Pradesh CM N. Chandrababu Naidu requests urgent financial assistance from the Centre to implement the G-RAM-G scheme, highlighting the strain of the revised 60:40 funding ratio. Read the full story.
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.
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.
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.
Andhra's 53-Day Anti-Drug Yatra Ends, Rs 9.13 Cr Assets Seized
A 1,300-km anti-drug cycle yatra concludes in Andhra Pradesh. Union Minister Ram Mohan Naidu vows a drug-free state, as police report massive cannabis destruction and asset seizures.
Sankranti date confusion upends cockfight breeders' plans
A change in Sankranti festival dates has caused chaos for Andhra Pradesh's cockfight breeders, forcing them to scramble for roosters with specific colour combinations deemed lucky for the new days. Read how astrology and numerology dictate the high-stakes
AP Police's 2025 Drug War: Major Seizures, Convictions & Rehabilitation
Visakhapatnam Range Police's multi-pronged 2025 strategy against narcotics led to massive seizures, convictions, and community rehab programs. Read about the comprehensive crackdown.
Illicit affairs drive 40% of murders in North Andhra: Police data
Police data reveals a 21% surge in murders in North Andhra Pradesh for 2025, with extra-marital affairs being the primary motive in 40% of cases. Read the shocking details and district-wise breakdown.
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.
Himachal's 2025 Challenge: Calamities, Debt, and Rebuilding
Himachal Pradesh faces a precarious 2025, grappling with natural calamities, a rushed rebuilding mission, and a staggering debt burden. Explore the state's fight for recovery and stability.
Vizag Plot Auctions Soar 64% on Major Investments
VMRDA plot auctions in Visakhapatnam witness massive price jumps, driven by ₹2.5 lakh crore investments from Google, IT giants. Discover how infrastructure is reshaping real estate.
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.
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.
Congress, BJP MLAs Booked for Cockfighting in Karnataka
Dakshina Kannada police charge 43, including MLA Ashok Kumar Rai and ex-MLA Sanjeeva Matandoor, for illegal cockfighting. Rai defends it as an 800-year-old cultural practice. Read the full story.
Ex-MLA, BJP Leader Among 27 Booked in Illegal Cockfight
Police raid illegal cockfight in Karnataka, book 27 including a former MLA and a BJP leader. Details on the case, charges, and legal consequences. Read the full report.
MLA, 16 Others Booked for Illegal Cockfighting in Bantwal
Vittal police register case against Puttur MLA Ashok Kumar Rai and 16 others for alleged illegal cockfighting in Kepu village. 22 roosters seized. MLA cites 800-year tradition.
Mangaluru Police Raid Cockfight, Arrest 20 Including Ex-MLA
Mangaluru police raided an illegal cockfighting event in Bantwal, detaining 20 people. Former MLA Sanjeeva Matandoor and BJP leader Sathish Kumpala among 27 booked. Read the full details.
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.
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