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.
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BLR Hubba 2025: 250+ Events Across Bengaluru
Explore the BLR Hubba festival in Bengaluru from Jan 16-25. 250+ events across 20+ venues celebrate arts, music, food & tech. Discover the city's cultural soul.
CM Naidu Inaugurates Avakai-Amaravati Festival in Vijayawada
Andhra Pradesh CM Chandrababu Naidu inaugurates the 3rd Avakai-Amaravati festival, pledging to promote Telugu heritage, cinema, and global tourism. Discover the state's cultural roadmap.
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.
Naidu: Avakai-Amaravati Festival Promotes Telugu Heritage
Andhra Pradesh CM Chandrababu Naidu inaugurated the 3rd Avakai-Amaravati festival in Vijayawada, highlighting plans to boost tourism and preserve Telugu traditions globally. Read more.
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.
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.
World Telugu Conference Starts in Guntur on Saturday
The three-day World Telugu Conference begins in Guntur, drawing global dignitaries. Explore the celebration of Telugu language, culture, and innovative capsule accommodations for delegates.
Jharsuguda Lok Mahotsav Kicks Off with Grand Cultural Parade
The five-day Jharsuguda Lok Mahotsav, Dulduli, commenced with a vibrant cultural procession and inaugural ceremony. Padma Shri awardees were honored, and folk artists from across India mesmerized the audience. Explore the highlights.
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'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.
Andhra Announces Avakai Festival of Cinema & Culture in 2026
Andhra Pradesh Govt launches Avakai: Amaravati Festival of Cinema, Culture & Literature from Jan 8-10, 2026. A public riverfront event celebrating Telugu arts. Explore the details!
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.
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.
Bonalu Festival Origins Pushed Back 300 Years by ASI
ASI finds 16th-century inscription proving Telangana's Bonalu festival predates plague-era myth. Discover the new 500-year-old history of this iconic cultural tradition.
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.
Chhattisgarh Youth Festival 2025: Over 3100 to Gather in Bilaspur
Over 3,100 youth will converge in Bilaspur for Chhattisgarh's State Youth Festival 2025 from Dec 23-25. The event launches Khelo India Tribal Games, aiming to empower youth and preserve culture. Read more.
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.
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.
Andhra Pradesh NDPS arrests surge 250%, Sheelavathi ganja popular
Arrests under NDPS Act in Andhra Pradesh skyrocketed over 250% from 2018 to 2024. State ranks 2nd in ganja seizures, with Sheelavathi strain from AOB region dominating the illicit market. Read the full investigation.
Lokesh Seeks National Skill Institute in Vizag, Details Tech Interest
AP Minister Nara Lokesh met Union Ministers in Delhi, requesting a National Skill Training Institute in Visakhapatnam and detailing global tech giants' investment interest. He also outlined state education initiatives.
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