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April 27, 2026 9:52 PM

Vice President Radhakrishnan hails Andhra University’s legacy at centenary celebrations

Vice President India C. P. Radhakrishnan on Monday described Andhra University as a “melting pot of ideas and leadership” while addressing its centenary celebrations in Visakhapatnam. Speaking at the event, VP Radhakrishnan said the university has played a pivotal role in shaping generations of students over the past 100 years and contributing significantly to nation-building. He noted that the institution has not only witnessed history but actively participated in shaping it. Recalling th...

April 9, 2026 5:05 PM

Community-led rainwater conservation revives villages in Andhra Pradesh’s Prakasam district

A cluster of villages in Andhra Pradesh’s Prakasam district has emerged as a model for water resilience, with community-driven rainwater conservation efforts transforming local livelihoods under the Jal Sanchay Jan Bhagidari campaign. Villages such as Murugummi, Marella and Thangella, once grappling with acute water shortages, have reported significant improvements in groundwater levels, agricultural productivity and overall socio-economic conditions following sustained conservation initiativ...

April 1, 2026 5:31 PM

Lok Sabha passes bill to make Amaravati sole capital of Andhra Pradesh

The Lok Sabha on Wednesday passed the Andhra Pradesh Reorganisation (Amendment) Bill, 2026, paving the way for Amaravati to be established as the sole capital of Andhra Pradesh. Union Minister of State for Communications and Rural Development Dr. Pemmasani Chandra Sekhar described the passage of the Bill as a “watershed moment” for the state, stating that it would bring long-awaited clarity and stability to governance and development. The Minister said absence of a clearly designated capit...

March 19, 2026 2:32 PM

PM Modi greets Andhra Pradesh, Telangana on Ugadi

Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Thursday extended greetings to the people of Andhra Pradesh and Telangana on the occasion of Ugadi, marking the Telugu New Year. Sharing his message in Telugu on X, the Prime Minister described Ugadi as a festival deeply rooted in tradition that also symbolises new beginnings and renewed energy. He expressed hope that the coming year would bring happiness, success and good health to all. “Ugadi marks the start of a new year, and I pray that the coming year is ...

March 1, 2026 9:49 AM

PM Modi announces ex-gratia for factory explosion victims in Andhra Pradesh’s Kakinada

Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Saturday expressed deep grief over the deadly explosion at a firecracker manufacturing unit in Andhra Pradesh’s Kakinada district and announced financial assistance for the victims from the Prime Minister’s National Relief Fund (PMNRF). In a post on X, the Prime Minister said, "Pained by the loss of lives in the explosion at a factory in Kakinada district of Andhra Pradesh. I extend my condolences to those who lost their loved ones. May the injured recover so...

February 16, 2026 4:32 PM

Bill Gates visits Real Time Governance Society Centre at Andhra Secretariat

Gates Foundation Chairman Bill Gates on Monday visited Real Time Governance Society (RTGS) Centre at Andhra Pradesh Secretariat here to view utilisation of technology in governance. Chief Minister N. Chandrababu Naidu explained to him how faster civic services are being provided and the results being achieved through Real Time Governance. Bill Gates enquired about the functioning and progress of Data Lake, Aware 2.0, WhatsApp Governance, Sanjeevani project and Amaravati projects. He also witn...

February 4, 2026 9:49 AM

Chandrababu Naidu for transforming Andhra Pradesh into natural farming hub

Chief Minister N. Chandrababu Naidu on Tuesday directed the officials to initiate action to transform Andhra Pradesh into the largest natural farming hub in the country. He said 18 lakh farmers have already come forward to practice natural farming across 20 acres in the state. Addressing a review meeting on agriculture and allied sectors at the Secretariat, the Chief Minister stressed the need to reduce the use of chemical fertilisers. He stressed the importance of providing certification and...

January 8, 2026 9:24 AM

Chandrababu Naidu meets Amit Shah, seeks statutory status for Amaravati

Andhra Pradesh Chief Minister N. Chandrababu Naidu met Union Home Minister Amit Shah in New Delhi on Wednesday and urged the Centre to accord statutory status to Amaravati as the permanent capital of the state. The Chief Minister requested that the Centre grant statutory status to Amaravati by introducing a Bill in Parliament, terming it vital for the state’s long-term development and stability. Naidu reached Delhi after visiting the Polavaram project site earlier in the day. During the mee...

January 7, 2026 1:04 PM

NHAI Sets Two Guinness World Records During Bengaluru–Vijayawada Expressway Construction

The National Highways Authority of India (NHAI) has set two Guinness World Records in Andhra Pradesh during the construction of the Bengaluru–Kadapa–Vijayawada Expressway. The achievement was announced by Andhra Pradesh Chief Minister N. Chandrababu Naidu on Wednesday, who described it as a proud moment for both India and the state. "Today, NHAI, through M/s Rajpath Infracon Pvt. Ltd., achieved two Guinness World Records on the Bengaluru–Kadapa–Vijayawada Economic Corridor (NH-544G) by...

January 6, 2026 10:15 AM

HPCL’s Visakh Refinery upgrade boosts energy security, strengthens Aatmanirbhar Bharat: PM Modi

Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Tuesday lauded the commissioning of Hindustan Petroleum Corporation Limited’s (HPCL) Residue Upgradation Facility (RUF) at the Visakh Refinery in Andhra Pradesh, calling it a major boost to India’s energy security and a decisive step towards Aatmanirbhar Bharat. Responding to a post by Union Petroleum and Natural Gas Minister Hardeep Singh Puri on X, the Prime Minister said, "This state-of-the-art facility adds momentum to our efforts towards boosting energy ...