News for '-andhra-pradesh'

Andhra Pradesh well-placed

Andhra Pradesh well-placed

Rediff.com9 Nov 2004

They bundled out MP for 287 to take a 148-run lead on the penultimate day of the Ranji Trophy match.

Telangana ministers boycott Andhra Pradesh cabinet meeting

Telangana ministers boycott Andhra Pradesh cabinet meeting

Rediff.com10 Feb 2014

Ministers from Telangana region on Monday stayed away from the Andhra Pradesh cabinet meeting which has been convened for approving the vote-on-account budget for 2014-15.

Jagan calls for pooja to clear Naidu's 'sin' over laddu row

Jagan calls for pooja to clear Naidu's 'sin' over laddu row

Rediff.com25 Sep 2024

Reddy's appeal comes days after Naidu alleged during a NDA legislative party meeting that the previous YSRCP government did not even spare Sri Venkateswara temple and used substandard ingredients and animal fat for making laddus.

More To Delimitation Than Meets The Eye

More To Delimitation Than Meets The Eye

Rediff.com1 Apr 2025

There is a proposal from the BJP camp that they would resort to a proportion-based increase in the number of Lok Sabha seats for individual states, based on what they now have. On the face of it, this sounds like a fine argument that those demanding a 'freeze' now cannot oppose without reasons and justification, avers N Sathiya Moorthy.

BJP ally Naidu proposes face-to-face meeting with Cong's Revanth Reddy

BJP ally Naidu proposes face-to-face meeting with Cong's Revanth Reddy

Rediff.com2 Jul 2024

Naidu proposed to meet at Reddy's place to address unresolved bifurcation issues.

Andhra govt appoints SIT to probe alleged animal fat in Tirupati laddus

Andhra govt appoints SIT to probe alleged animal fat in Tirupati laddus

Rediff.com27 Sep 2024

The allegations sparked a massive controversy across the country, hurting the sentiments of crores of Hindus.

'Tata, Mahindra Will Not Allow Tesla to Dominate'

'Tata, Mahindra Will Not Allow Tesla to Dominate'

Rediff.com28 Feb 2025

'Every Indian should move to an EV, and the government should not buy any fossil fuel cars. The government should become the first driver of EV adoption.'

Are You Ready for Kia's New SUV?

Are You Ready for Kia's New SUV?

Rediff.com7 Nov 2024

Kia India Unveils Sketches of Its Revolutionary new SUV

'Going by your prayer...': SC junks plea on Tirupati laddu row

'Going by your prayer...': SC junks plea on Tirupati laddu row

Rediff.com8 Nov 2024

The Supreme Court on Friday junked a public interest litigation (PIL) seeking a Central Bureau of Investigation (CBI) probe into alleged use of animal fat in making Tirupati laddus under the previous Y S Jagan Mohan Reddy-led regime.

New port to boost Andhra Pradesh's economy

New port to boost Andhra Pradesh's economy

Rediff.com20 Nov 2013

The Central government plans to invest Rs 5,000 crore (Rs 50 billion) to develop Dugarajapatnam port in Andhra Pradesh's Nellore District.

India revels in Holi, Friday prayers held peacefully

India revels in Holi, Friday prayers held peacefully

Rediff.com14 Mar 2025

Holi was celebrated with pomp and splendor across India on Friday, with people soaking in the festivities by smearing 'gulaal' on each other and exchanging greetings and sweets. Homes and streets wore a colourful look as the revellers splashed colours and feasted on traditional delicacies. Public transport did not ply in the morning in most major cities while metro services started functioning from noon. As Holi coincided with the second Friday prayers during the holy Islamic month of Ramzan, security -- including increased patrolling and picketing -- was beefed up in several states. In Delhi, more than 25,000 security personnel were deployed. Police closely monitored about 300 sensitive areas with CCTV cameras and drones.

How Many Lok Sabha Seats Will South India Lose In 2029?

How Many Lok Sabha Seats Will South India Lose In 2029?

Rediff.com6 Mar 2025

'Kerala will lose 6 seats, Tamil Nadu 9 seats, Telangana and Karnataka 2 seats each, Andhra Pradesh 5 seats.'

Bandh in Andhra Pradesh over special status demand

Bandh in Andhra Pradesh over special status demand

Rediff.com11 Aug 2015

In addition to CPI workers, activists of Congress, YSR Congress and other Opposition parties, who extended support to the bandh, held rallies and other forms of protest at different places in the state.

63 red sanders smugglers arrested in Andhra Pradesh

63 red sanders smugglers arrested in Andhra Pradesh

Rediff.com13 Apr 2015

The Andhra Pradesh police have arrested 63 woodcutters smuggling red sanders trees from the state's Nellore district, on the border with Tamil Nadu.

AP shocker: Spycam used in women's hostel toilet

AP shocker: Spycam used in women's hostel toilet

Rediff.com30 Aug 2024

As the new broke out, a massive protest broke out at the SR Gudlavalleru Engineering College, located at Gudivada in Krishna district.

Hyderabad is no more capital of Andhra from today

Hyderabad is no more capital of Andhra from today

Rediff.com2 Jun 2024

Hyderabad was made the capital city of the two states for 10 years when the bifurcation of undivided Andhra Pradesh was carried out in 2014.

A look at India's deadly stampedes in recent past

A look at India's deadly stampedes in recent past

Rediff.com16 Feb 2025

The recent stampede at New Delhi Railway station, which claimed the lives of at least 18 people, highlights a recurring issue in India: deadly stampedes. This tragedy is not an isolated incident, as numerous stampedes resulting in significant casualties have occurred over the years. This article explores some of the most devastating stampedes in India, including the deadly event at the Mahakumbh in Prayagraj just a few weeks ago, the 2024 tragedy at a 'satsang' in Hathras, and the 2013 stampede during Navratri festivities in Madhya Pradesh.

19-year-old Meena shatters pole vault record to win gold

19-year-old Meena shatters pole vault record to win gold

Rediff.com10 Feb 2025

Dev Kumar Meena bettered the previous National record of 5.31m set by Subramani Siva while winning the gold in the 2022 Games in Gujarat.

The Military's New Recruits: Robotic Dogs

The Military's New Recruits: Robotic Dogs

Rediff.com10 Feb 2025

A pet project of the Indian Army, four-legged robotic prototypes have been making waves at the Republic Day and Army Day parades in the past year.

Exclusion of 'creamy layer' from reservation is legislature's call: SC

Exclusion of 'creamy layer' from reservation is legislature's call: SC

Rediff.com9 Jan 2025

The Supreme Court on Thursday said the executive and the legislature would decide whether persons, who had availed quota benefits and were in a position to compete with others, were to be excluded from reservation.

SoChay's Beautiful Wedding Pictures

SoChay's Beautiful Wedding Pictures

Rediff.com9 Dec 2024

Days after Sobhita Dhulipala and Naga Chaitanya's beautiful traditional wedding on December 4, at the family's Annapurna Studios in Hyderabad, the pictures dominate social media.

Pawan Kalyan's daughter declares faith before Tirupati temple trip

Pawan Kalyan's daughter declares faith before Tirupati temple trip

Rediff.com2 Oct 2024

Currently, Kalyan is on a three-day visit to the temple as part of his 11-day penance to atone for the alleged sins committed by the previous YSRCP regime at Tirumala.

No President's Rule in Andhra Pradesh: Shinde

No President's Rule in Andhra Pradesh: Shinde

Rediff.com8 Oct 2013

Home Minister Sushilkumar Shinde on Tuesday ruled out the possibility of imposing President's Rule in Andhra Pradesh in the wake of widespread protests in Seemandhra region against the decision to create Telangana.

Will YSRCP leader Vijayasai Reddy withdraw resignation?

Will YSRCP leader Vijayasai Reddy withdraw resignation?

Rediff.com25 Jan 2025

V Vijayasai Reddy, a prominent leader of the YSRCP, has resigned from the Rajya Sabha and announced his retirement from politics, citing personal reasons. The YSRCP, while stating that it does not approve of his decision, respects his choice. Reddy has been a key figure in the party's efforts to secure YS Jagan Mohan Reddy's position as Chief Minister, facing numerous challenges and criticisms. However, he has stated he will pursue a future in agriculture. His resignation has sparked reactions from various political leaders, with some expressing concern and others highlighting the political implications.

Andhra Pradesh presents deficit budget

Andhra Pradesh presents deficit budget

Rediff.com22 Feb 2010

Andhra Pradesh Chief Minister K Rosaiah on Saturday presented a tax-free budget for financial year 2010-11 with an outlay of Rs 1,13,675 crore (Rs 1.13 trillion) and a projected expenditure of Rs 1,13,660 crore.

Andhra Pradesh plans tech university

Andhra Pradesh plans tech university

Rediff.com1 Dec 2007

The Andhra Pradesh government has decided to establish Rajiv Gandhi University of Knowledge Technologies to take up integrated educational programmes with broad-based professional education, including soft skills, at par with the best universities of the world.

Tirupati laddu row: AP dy CM calls for 'Sanatana Dharma Rakshana Board'

Tirupati laddu row: AP dy CM calls for 'Sanatana Dharma Rakshana Board'

Rediff.com20 Sep 2024

Kalyan urged everyone to come together to put an end to the desecration of the 'Sanathana Dharma' (Hinduism) in any form.

10 die after consuming sanitiser in Andhra Pradesh

10 die after consuming sanitiser in Andhra Pradesh

Rediff.com31 Jul 2020

The victims of Kurichedu village had been drinking sanitiser for the past few days, mixing it with water and soft drinks, Prakasam district Superintendent of Police Siddharth Kaushal said.

Andhra Pradesh floods claim 18

Andhra Pradesh floods claim 18

Rediff.com30 Oct 2007

Eighteen people were killed in flash floods and heavy rains that lashed four south coastal districts of Andhra Pradesh during the last five days, official sources said on Tuesday.

OCTOPUS - Andhra Pradesh's terror response

OCTOPUS - Andhra Pradesh's terror response

Rediff.com1 Oct 2007

The personnel for Organization To Counter Terrorist Operations will be drawn from different wings of the police.

Andhra Pradesh to have polls as undivided unit

Andhra Pradesh to have polls as undivided unit

Rediff.com5 Mar 2014

Elections will be held in a united Andhra Pradesh, but on June 2, two separate governments will be formed at Telangana and Seema-Andhra. Vicky Nanjappa reports

How To Study At The National Institute of Design

How To Study At The National Institute of Design

Rediff.com7 Nov 2024

The National Institute of Design (NID) is inviting applications for Design Aptitude Test (DAT) for its Bachelor of Design (BDes) and Master of Design (MDes) programmes.

Ex-serviceman kills wife, flushes dismembered remains

Ex-serviceman kills wife, flushes dismembered remains

Rediff.com29 Jan 2025

The Police on Tuesday claimed to have cracked the sensational murder case involving an ex-service man in Hyderabad, revealing grisly details of the killing of his wife where he allegedly dismembered her, crushed her bones into powder and flushed down the remains in a toilet, all during a day-long 'operation'.

Heat wave kills 500 in Andhra Pradesh, Telangana

Heat wave kills 500 in Andhra Pradesh, Telangana

Rediff.com25 May 2015

The death toll due to intense heatwave sweeping Telangana and Andhra Pradesh crossed the 500 figure on Monday, disaster management officials said in Hyderabad.

After Andhra rout, Jagan bats for paper ballots over EVM

After Andhra rout, Jagan bats for paper ballots over EVM

Rediff.com18 Jun 2024

The former chief minister claimed that almost every advanced democracy uses paper ballots.

Monsoon sets in over Andhra Pradesh

Monsoon sets in over Andhra Pradesh

Rediff.com16 Jun 2003

Pushpa 2 Gets Rousing Welcome

Pushpa 2 Gets Rousing Welcome

Rediff.com5 Dec 2024

Allu Arjun's huge release, Pushpa: The Rule, has attracted fans to theatres in hordes.

Kumbh: 2 crore take Maghi Purnima dip; kalpvasis to return

Kumbh: 2 crore take Maghi Purnima dip; kalpvasis to return

Rediff.com12 Feb 2025

Amid heightened security measures, more than two crore devotees took a dip in the Sangam till 6 pm on Wednesday on the occasion of Maghi Purnima during the ongoing Maha Kumbh Mela in Prayagraj.

Pregnant woman thrown out of moving train in TN for resisting rape; 1 held

Pregnant woman thrown out of moving train in TN for resisting rape; 1 held

Rediff.com7 Feb 2025

The 36-year-old victim sustained fractures on her hand and leg.