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13 dead, 15 injured in vehicular collision in Andhra Pradesh

13 dead, 15 injured in vehicular collision in Andhra Pradesh

Rediff.com17 Oct 2015

Thirteen people were killed on Saturday when a mini truck carrying a marriage party collided with a bus near Kandukur town in Prakasam district of Andhra Pradesh.

Andhra releases Nagarjunasagar water to Telangana amid rift among officials

Andhra releases Nagarjunasagar water to Telangana amid rift among officials

Rediff.com1 Dec 2023

According to the EIC, Telangana officials are allegedly not allowing Andhra Pradesh officials to even enter the dam to conduct inspections.

Maha poll: Why over 12 lakh workers likely to miss voting

Maha poll: Why over 12 lakh workers likely to miss voting

Rediff.com15 Nov 2024

With the cane crushing season set to commence on November 15, lakhs of cutters from various districts have already migrated to the sugarcane belts in western Maharashtra and many other states, according to the Maharashtra Sugarcane Cutters and Transport Association.

Andhra Pradesh CM tours rain-hit areas; toll mounts to 53

Andhra Pradesh CM tours rain-hit areas; toll mounts to 53

Rediff.com28 Oct 2013

Torrential rains and resultant deluge in 16 districts of Andhra Pradesh last week left 53 persons dead and caused a loss of Rs 3,756 crore, but the situation is returning to normal with floodwater receding.

Jagan Races Ahead In Andhra Poll Race

Jagan Races Ahead In Andhra Poll Race

Rediff.com7 May 2024

Scenes from the election campaign in New Delhi, Andhra Pradesh, Bihar, Amritsar, Ranchi and Guwahati.

Telangana protests: Andhra Pradesh faces blackout, comes to a halt

Telangana protests: Andhra Pradesh faces blackout, comes to a halt

Rediff.com8 Oct 2013

The situation in Andhra Pradesh's Seemandhra region showed no signs of improvement, as the ongoing strike by 30,000 power sector employees against the bifurcation of the state entered Day 4 on Tuesday. The failure of the southern grid seems imminent.

TDP eyes gains in Pulivendula amid Reddy sibling rivalry

TDP eyes gains in Pulivendula amid Reddy sibling rivalry

Rediff.com11 May 2024

But as voters gear up for crucial assembly and parliamentary polls on May 13, all eyes are on the high-stakes battle in Pulivendula, an assembly constituency that has been a Reddy family stronghold for over four decades.

'Andhra Pradesh is Gujarat of the East coast'

'Andhra Pradesh is Gujarat of the East coast'

Rediff.com27 Jun 2016

Andhra Pradesh now comes third in ease of doing business.

SOM Distilleries debuts in K'taka with Woodpecker beer

SOM Distilleries debuts in K'taka with Woodpecker beer

Rediff.com16 Sep 2024

Bhopal-based SOM Distilleries and Breweries has entered the Karnataka market with "Woodpecker" premium beer, India's first twist cap beer. The listed alcobev company targets sales of Rs 1,600 crore by financial year 2025, it told Business Standard. SOM Distilleries launched two Woodpecker beer variants in the state: Woodpecker Glide, a premium mild beer, and Woodpecker Crest, a strong, bold brew.

From media to NBFCs, Ramoji Rao left his imprint in many industries

From media to NBFCs, Ramoji Rao left his imprint in many industries

Rediff.com8 Jun 2024

Ramoji Rao's rise to become the founder of Eenadu, the largest circulated Telugu daily, and a tycoon, from humble beginnings is legendary.

YSRC MLA caught on camera damaging EVM

YSRC MLA caught on camera damaging EVM

Rediff.com22 May 2024

EVMs were damaged on May 13 in seven polling stations in Macherla constituency, including in polling station number 202 where local MLA P Ramakrishna Reddy allegedly damaged an EVM.

'We Are Lucky To Have Modi'

'We Are Lucky To Have Modi'

Rediff.com16 Oct 2024

'We don't have to go abroad for anything.' 'Anyone who thinks we have a lot to learn from the US needs to have his head examined.' 'We are in a new era.'

Coming soon: Major exodus in Congress's Andhra Pradesh unit

Coming soon: Major exodus in Congress's Andhra Pradesh unit

Rediff.com8 Dec 2013

The Andhra Pradesh unit of the Congress is heading towards a major crisis. Several leaders of the party are reportedly planning to walk out after the Congress's dismal showing in the assembly polls in four states.

Infosys to hire 20,000 in Andhra Pradesh

Infosys to hire 20,000 in Andhra Pradesh

Rediff.com27 Mar 2006

IT major Infosys Technologies is all set to expand its operations in Hyderabad with a second campus that would come up in 550 acres with an investment of Rs 1,250 crore (Rs 12.50 billion) over the next ten years.

Cyclone Dana: 1 Million Evacuated

Cyclone Dana: 1 Million Evacuated

Rediff.com24 Oct 2024

Glimpses of the preparations in Odisha and West Bengal for Cyclone Dana which is expected to make landfall between October 24 and 25.

Bengaluru bldg that collapsed was illegal, says dy CM; toll 8, 2 held

Bengaluru bldg that collapsed was illegal, says dy CM; toll 8, 2 held

Rediff.com24 Oct 2024

Shivakumar took stock of the incident in which five people lost their lives.

'Want To Take Everybody's Ideas To Space'

'Want To Take Everybody's Ideas To Space'

Rediff.com8 Jan 2025

'To access our satellite, you don't need any IQ test, you don't need to write an examination.' 'You can be a Class 1 student, an engineering student, a 60-year-old person, anybody can access our satellite.'

Actor Rakul Preet Singh's brother arrested in drugs case

Actor Rakul Preet Singh's brother arrested in drugs case

Rediff.com16 Jul 2024

According to officials, Aman Preet Singh is among five people arrested as customers.

YSR Congress to intensify unified Andhra Pradesh protest

YSR Congress to intensify unified Andhra Pradesh protest

Rediff.com23 Sep 2013

YSR Congress chief Jaganmohan Reddy's legal team, which is completing the formalities following his bail order, will move the high court seeking relaxation of one condition.

AP Cong chief Sharmila camps at party office to avoid house arrest

AP Cong chief Sharmila camps at party office to avoid house arrest

Rediff.com22 Feb 2024

In a sudden turn of political events in Andhra Pradesh, Andhra Pradesh Congress Chief YS Sharmila Reddy spent the night in her party office at Vijayawada as in an attempt to avoid house arrest.

Beyond IIT-JEE: Important Engineering Entrance Exams

Beyond IIT-JEE: Important Engineering Entrance Exams

Rediff.com9 Jan 2025

Considering the competition, engineering aspirants should ideally consider taking a minimum of five to seven entrance exams to maximise their chances of success and broaden their options when it comes to college, says rediffGURU Nayagam PP.

Actor Allu Arjun booked for poll code breach in Andhra

Actor Allu Arjun booked for poll code breach in Andhra

Rediff.com12 May 2024

The Pushpa actor waved to a large crowd from a balcony with the YSRCP candidate and also posted a message on 'X' in his favour.

Naidu's 'super six' poll promises come up against empty coffers

Naidu's 'super six' poll promises come up against empty coffers

Rediff.com10 Jun 2024

The new TDP government will have to mop up over Rs 10,000 crore to fulfill the financial requirements for July, a retired senior bureaucrat said.

Chandrababu Naidu set to return to NDA fold

Chandrababu Naidu set to return to NDA fold

Rediff.com8 Mar 2024

A day after TDP president N Chandrababu Naidu held deliberations with Union Home Minister Amit Shah and BJP chief J P Nadda, Kumar told PTI that preliminary discussions have taken place for the 'purpose of alliance' for the Lok Sabha and state assembly polls, which are held simultaneously in Andhra Pradesh.

Jagan Reddy, Chandrababu Naidu censured for flouting poll code

Jagan Reddy, Chandrababu Naidu censured for flouting poll code

Rediff.com7 May 2024

The poll body recognised that both the leaders have violated the provisions of the MCC by attacking each other with derogatory personal attacks during public addresses while electioneering in the southern state over the past several days.

'Kursi bachao', 'copycat': Opposition reacts to Union Budget 2024

'Kursi bachao', 'copycat': Opposition reacts to Union Budget 2024

Rediff.com23 Jul 2024

The Opposition on Tuesday termed the Union Budget as a 'kursi bachao budget' driven by political compulsions and claimed that it ignored opposition-ruled states in a bid to 'appease' Bharatiya Janata Party's allies.

Why development has come to a standstill in Andhra Pradesh

Why development has come to a standstill in Andhra Pradesh

Rediff.com12 Jun 2012

Jagan Reddy's arrest has only added to the prevailing climate of economic uncertainty in the state.

The Politicians At The Ambani Wedding

The Politicians At The Ambani Wedding

Rediff.com15 Jul 2024

Politicians across the political spectrum graced Radhika Merchant and Anant Ambani's wedding ceremonies at the Jio World Convention Centre at the Bandra Kurla Complex in north west Mumbai.

EC ropes in retired IAS/IPS officers to ensure level playing field

EC ropes in retired IAS/IPS officers to ensure level playing field

Rediff.com2 Apr 2024

The Election Commission on Tuesday appointed special observers for administrative, security and expenditure monitoring purposes in several states to ensure a level playing field during the upcoming elections.

Pushpa: The Rule Review: Bloated Spectacle

Pushpa: The Rule Review: Bloated Spectacle

Rediff.com5 Dec 2024

What makes Pushpa 2 float is Allu Arjun's magnetic performance. The actor really goes an extra mile to deliver the wildfire he promised, observes Mayur Sanap.

Intense heatwave sweeps eastern states, spreads to south India: IMD

Intense heatwave sweeps eastern states, spreads to south India: IMD

Rediff.com23 Apr 2024

Heatwave conditions have been prevailing in Odisha since April 15 and the Gangetic West Bengal since April 17, according to the MeT department.

7 Years Later, Historic PSLV Rocket Re-Enters Earth

7 Years Later, Historic PSLV Rocket Re-Enters Earth

Rediff.com8 Oct 2024

ISRO said the upper stage of the Polar Satellite Launch Vehicle - C37 (PSLV-C37) re-entered the earth's atmosphere on October 6, 2024 and the impact point was the North Atlantic Ocean.

SC to consider in-chambers review of verdict on sub-classification of quota

SC to consider in-chambers review of verdict on sub-classification of quota

Rediff.com24 Sep 2024

The Supreme Court is scheduled to consider in-chambers on Tuesday a batch of pleas seeking review of its judgment which held that states are constitutionally empowered to make sub-classifications within the Scheduled Castes, which form a socially heterogeneous class, for granting reservation.

Sitharaman likely to take RS route from Andhra Pradesh

Sitharaman likely to take RS route from Andhra Pradesh

Rediff.com14 Jun 2014

Union Commerce Minister Nirmala Sitharaman is expected to be elected to Rajya Sabha from Andhra Pradesh in the by-election slated for July 3.