Andhra Pradesh

August 25, 2025 10:02 PM

Farmer suicides reduced by 50 pc during NDA rule compared to UPA era: RTI

In a country where the slogan “Jai Jawan, Jai Kisan” echoes through political speeches and patriotic songs, a grim reality persists in the fields—farmers continue to take their own lives in staggering numbers. A recent Right to Information (RTI) query filed by Pune-based businessman Praful Sarda has exposed the scale of India’s agrarian distress, revealing that 2.58 lakh farmers died by suicide between 2004 and 2022. The data draws a stark contrast between two political regimes. During...

August 3, 2025 10:55 AM

Nitin Gadkari unveils 29 National Highway projects worth Rs 5,233 crore in Andhra Pradesh

Union Minister for Road Transport and Highways Nitin Gadkari, along with Andhra Pradesh Chief Minister N. Chandrababu Naidu, inaugurated and laid the foundation stone for 29 National Highway projects in Mangalagiri on Saturday. The projects, worth over ₹5,233 crore, cover a total length of 272 km and aim to significantly boost connectivity and infrastructure across the state. Addressing the gathering, Gadkari said, “Aligned with the vision of Prime Minister Narendra Modi, these projects are...

July 25, 2025 12:51 PM

India successfully tests UAV-Launched Precision Guided Missile in Andhra Pradesh

In a boost to India’s indigenous defence capabilities, the Defence Research and Development Organisation (DRDO) on Friday successfully conducted flight trials of the UAV-Launched Precision-Guided Missile (ULPGM)-V3 at the National Open Area Range (NOAR) in Kurnool, Andhra Pradesh. In a post on X, Defence Minister Rajnath Singh announced the achievement, “In a major boost to India’s defence capabilities, DRDO has successfully carried out flight trials of UAV Launched Precision Guided Missi...

June 22, 2025 2:43 PM

PM Modi lauds Andhra Pradesh’s role in promoting yoga on IYD 2025

Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Sunday commended the people of Andhra Pradesh for their inspiring commitment to integrating Yoga into daily life, further propelling the nationwide movement for health and wellness. PM Modi praised the state’s grassroots enthusiasm and the proactive support shown under the Yogandhra initiative during the 11th International Yoga Day event held at Visakhapatnam on Saturday. Responding to a post by Guinness World Records on X, PM Modi said, “Yoga brings people ...

June 20, 2025 10:35 AM

Prime Minister to inaugurate railway, power, and housing projects in Siwan, Bihar

Prime Minister Narendra Modi will embark on a two-day visit to Bihar, Odisha, and Andhra Pradesh today. The tour will kick off in the Siwan district of Bihar, where around noon on Friday, the Prime Minister will lay the foundation stone and inaugurate a series of development projects. He is also scheduled to address a public gathering. Among the key projects is the inauguration of the Vaishali–Deoria railway line, constructed at a cost of ₹400 crore. PM Modi will also flag off a new train ...

June 20, 2025 9:55 AM

PM Modi to visit Bihar, Odisha, Andhra Pradesh for key development initiatives and Yoga Day celebrations

Prime Minister Narendra Modi will embark on a two-day visit to Bihar, Odisha, and Andhra Pradesh starting Friday. During his visit to Bihar and Odisha on Friday, the Prime Minister will inaugurate a series of major development projects aimed at boosting infrastructure and regional growth. On Saturday, he will travel to Visakhapatnam, Andhra Pradesh, where he will lead the International Yoga Day - Mass Yoga Demonstration. Sharing details of his upcoming engagements, PM Modi said on X: "Over th...

June 11, 2025 4:13 PM

Centre approves railway doubling projects to boost connectivity in seven districts worth ₹6,405 crore

The Union Cabinet Committee on Economic Affairs on Wednesday approved two railway multitracking projects with a combined length of 318 kilometres. These projects, spanning seven districts across Jharkhand, Karnataka, and Andhra Pradesh, are expected to enhance connectivity, reduce congestion, and improve freight movement across important rail corridors. The total cost of the projects is estimated at ₹6,405 crore. The first project involves doubling the Koderma–Barkakana line, spanning 1...

May 28, 2025 10:32 AM

PM Modi pays tribute to N. T. Rama Rao on his Birth Anniversary

Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Tuesday paid homage to former Andhra Pradesh Chief Minister and legendary actor Nandamuri Taraka Rama Rao (NTR) on his birth anniversary. In a post on X, the Prime Minister remembered NTR for his contribution to public life and his enduring legacy in cinema and governance. "I pay homage to NTR Garu on his birth anniversary. He is widely admired for his efforts to serve society and empower the poor and downtrodden. His cinematic works also continue to enthral aud...

May 2, 2025 11:24 AM

PM Modi to inaugurate Vizhinjam Port in Kerala; launch Rs 58,000 cr projects in Andhra Pradesh today

Prime Minister Narendra Modi will visit Kerala and Andhra Pradesh on Friday to inaugurate and dedicate several major infrastructure and development projects aimed at boosting India's connectivity and economic growth. The Prime Minister is scheduled to arrive in Kerala at around 10:30 a.m., where he will dedicate the Vizhinjam International Deepwater Multipurpose Seaport to the nation. Developed at a cost of ₹8,900 crore, Vizhinjam is India’s first dedicated container transshipment port. St...

May 1, 2025 8:52 AM

PM Modi to visit Maharashtra today; Kerala and Andhra Pradesh tomorrow

Prime Minister Narendra Modi will visit Maharashtra on Thursday, followed by Kerala and Andhra Pradesh on Friday, as part of a multi-state tour focused on infrastructure, development, and media innovation. In Mumbai, PM Modi will inaugurate WAVES 2025 — the World Audio Visual and Entertainment Summit — at around 10:30 a.m. at the Jio World Centre. This four-day summit, themed “Connecting Creators, Connecting Countries,” is the first of its kind in India and aims to position the country ...