News for 'Andhra Pradesh N Chandrababu Naidu'

No vehicle days, convoy cut, public transport, WFH: Andhra's fuel saving plan

No vehicle days, convoy cut, public transport, WFH: Andhra's fuel saving plan

Rediff.com14 May 2026

The Andhra Pradesh cabinet has recommended a series of measures, including 'No Vehicle Day,' online classes, and reduced foreign tours, to mitigate the economic impact of the Gulf war.

Why Bill Gates Was in Amaravati

Why Bill Gates Was in Amaravati

Rediff.com16 Feb 2026

Andhra Pradesh Chief Minister N. Chandrababu Naidu and Deputy Chief Minister Pawan Kalyan met with Bill Gates in Amaravati on Monday.

CBI begins probe into Chandrababu Naidu's assets

CBI begins probe into Chandrababu Naidu's assets

Rediff.com26 Nov 2011

The Central Bureau of Investigation has registered a Preliminary Enquiry to probe alleged disproportionate assets amassed by former Andhra Pradesh Chief Minister and Telugu Desam Party chief N Chandrababu Naidu and 12 others.

TDP chief Chandrababu Naidu arrested in graft case

TDP chief Chandrababu Naidu arrested in graft case

Rediff.com9 Sep 2023

Telugu Desam Party chief Chandrababu Naidu was arrested in Nandyala, Andhra Pradesh on Saturday morning in a case of alleged corruption, the Andhra Pradesh Police said.

Home-cooked food, special room for Chandrababu Naidu in jail

Home-cooked food, special room for Chandrababu Naidu in jail

Rediff.com11 Sep 2023

The 73-year-old former chief minister has been provided with a separate accommodation inside the jail in view of the purported threat to his life. He is a Z-plus category security protectee.

Chandrababu Naidu shifted to Aurangabad jail

Chandrababu Naidu shifted to Aurangabad jail

Rediff.com20 Jul 2010

On Monday, Naidu and other TDP leaders refused to accept bail after a fresh hearing was conducted upon completion of their two-day judicial remand period. Following this, the Nanded magistrate extended their judicial remand till July 26.

TDP to return to NDA? Chandrababu Naidu meets Shah

TDP to return to NDA? Chandrababu Naidu meets Shah

Rediff.com8 Feb 2024

If Naidu returns to the BJP-led National Democratic Alliance, he will be the second major regional leader to have done so after Janata Dal-United president and Bihar Chief Minister Nitish Kumar snapped ties with the opposition and joined its fold last month.

Space Economy Takes Off in Andhra Pradesh

Space Economy Takes Off in Andhra Pradesh

Rediff.com23 Jul 2025

Andhra Pradesh will establish two expansive integrated space cities in Lepakshi and Tirupati, spanning around 33,000 acres.

AP speaker pulls up Chandrababu Naidu

AP speaker pulls up Chandrababu Naidu

Rediff.com2 Apr 2008

Andhra Pradesh Assembly Speaker K R Suresh Reddy on Wednesday pulled up Leader of the Opposition N Chandrababu Naidu for questioning his authority and showing 'disrespect to the chair.' On the third day of the marathon debate on the no-trust motion tabled by the main opposition Telugu Desam Party, the speaker lost his cool when Naidu and other TDP members wildly gesticulated and made certain remarks against the chair.

Chandrababu Naidu to be sworn-in as Andhra CM today

Chandrababu Naidu to be sworn-in as Andhra CM today

Rediff.com8 Jun 2014

Telugu Desam Party chief N Chandrababu Naidu will be sworn-in as the first chief minister of Andhra Pradesh state at a grand event at 7.27 pm on Sunday.

Chandrababu Naidu gets regular bail in Skill Development Corpn case

Chandrababu Naidu gets regular bail in Skill Development Corpn case

Rediff.com20 Nov 2023

The court converted Naidu's four-week interim medical bail in this case into absolute bail and ordered the former chief minister's release on regular bail, considering his age, old age-related ailments, non-flight risk and other reasons.

Chandrababu Naidu celebrates 58th birthday

Chandrababu Naidu celebrates 58th birthday

Rediff.com20 Apr 2008

Telugu Desam Party president and former Andhra Pradesh chief minister N Chandrababu Naidu turned 58 on Sunday. Naidu said that the TDP, under his stewardship, aimed at ushering the third generation economic reforms for the benefit of the poorer sections. He lamented that the reforms undertaken so far had only benefited some states and the rich sections of society.The TDP leader said that he visited NTR's samadhi to seek his blessings for embarking on a 100-day rath yatra.

Assault on cops: No relief for Chandrababu Naidu

Assault on cops: No relief for Chandrababu Naidu

Rediff.com13 May 2024

The court dismissed the petitions filed by Telugu Desam Party chief Naidu and Babu seeking to quash the FIR lodged against them with the Dharmabad police in Maharashtra's Nanded district.

Chandrababu Naidu sees a third front government in 2014

Chandrababu Naidu sees a third front government in 2014

Rediff.com26 May 2013

The situation today is far more conducive for a third front than it was in 1996, says TDP leader Chandrababu Naidu. Mohammed Siddique reports

Naidu vows to do an Obama in Andhra Pradesh

Naidu vows to do an Obama in Andhra Pradesh

Rediff.com5 Nov 2008

Congratulating Barack Obama on winning the United States presidential elections, Telugu Desam Party president and former Andhra Pradesh chief minister Chandrababu Naidu has promised to bring about a similar change in Andhra Pradesh in the next year's state elections.

Chandrababu Naidu invites Telangana CM to swearing-in

Chandrababu Naidu invites Telangana CM to swearing-in

Rediff.com2 Jun 2014

Telugu Desam Party President N Chandrababu Naidu rang up Telangana Rashtra Samiti chief K Chandrasekhar Rao, who took over as Telangana's first Chief Minister on Monday and invited the latter to his swearing-in ceremony as Andhra Pradesh CM on June 8.

India Achieves Quantum Cooling Milestone

India Achieves Quantum Cooling Milestone

Rediff.com20 Jun 2026

This is one of the coldest temperatures achieved in a research facility in India with more than 80 per cent domestically sourced components.

2024 to be my last election, says Chandrababu Naidu, unless...

2024 to be my last election, says Chandrababu Naidu, unless...

Rediff.com17 Nov 2022

In an emotion-filled tone at a roadshow in Kurnool district late on Wednesday night, the former Chief Minister recalled his vow not to step into the Assembly till the TDP returned to power.

Chandrababu Naidu in Delhi to drum up support against Modi government

Chandrababu Naidu in Delhi to drum up support against Modi government

Rediff.com3 Apr 2018

The TDP snapped its ties with the BJP alleging neglect of the southern state and failure of the Centre to grant special category state status to Andhra Pradesh.

My phone is tapped too: Chandrababu Naidu

My phone is tapped too: Chandrababu Naidu

Rediff.com8 Jan 2006

"The matter should be inquired by a team of three chief ministers, including Buddhadeb Battacharjee (West Bengal), Nitish Kumar (Bihar) and J Jayalalithaa (Tamil Nadu)," he said.

Won't join NDA for 2019 poll: Chandrababu Naidu

Won't join NDA for 2019 poll: Chandrababu Naidu

Rediff.com21 Jul 2018

No-trust motion battle was between BJP's majority and our morality, says TDP chief.

SC dismisses plea for CBI probe against Chandrababu Naidu

SC dismisses plea for CBI probe against Chandrababu Naidu

Rediff.com23 Jul 2012

The Supreme Court on Monday dismissed a plea for a probe by the Central Bureau of Investigation into the alleged disproportionate assets owned by Andhra Pradesh's former chief minister N Chandrababu Naidu.

Andhra Plans Rs 25,000 Incentive for Second Child

Andhra Plans Rs 25,000 Incentive for Second Child

Rediff.com6 Mar 2026

'We will give Rs 25,000 to parents having a second child or more at the time of delivery itself.'

Chandrababu Naidu, family worth Rs 39.88 crore

Chandrababu Naidu, family worth Rs 39.88 crore

Rediff.com2 Sep 2011

After being questioned about his wealth in the wake of Anna Hazare's anti-corruption movement, the Telugu Desam Party President and former Andhra Pradesh chief minister Chandrababu Naidu on Friday declared his assets and those of his family members.

Chandrababu Naidu not averse to simultaneous polls

Chandrababu Naidu not averse to simultaneous polls

Rediff.com15 Dec 2003

The TDP leader met the prime minister and several BJP leaders on a visit to Delhi.

Andhra Pradesh has a new capital: Amaravathi

Andhra Pradesh has a new capital: Amaravathi

Rediff.com22 Oct 2015

Prime Minister Narendra Modi set a historic moment for Andhra Pradesh, as he laid the foundation stone of capital Amaravati at the Uddandarayuni Palem on Thursday. More than 10,000 police personnels were deployed for the even in the city.

Amaravati made sole Andhra capital as LS passes bill amid YSRCP walkout

Amaravati made sole Andhra capital as LS passes bill amid YSRCP walkout

Rediff.com1 Apr 2026

The Lok Sabha has passed a bill recognising Amaravati as the sole and permanent capital of Andhra Pradesh, solidifying the city's status after years of debate and uncertainty. The bill aims to prevent future changes to the capital and received support from both the ruling NDA and the opposition Congress, while the YSR Congress Party opposed the bill.

Bill Gates lauds Andhra's AI-driven growth

Bill Gates lauds Andhra's AI-driven growth

Rediff.com17 Feb 2026

Microsoft founder and Gates Foundation chairman Bill Gates on Tuesday hailed Andhra Pradesh's rapid development, saying it was exciting to see the state's growth being accelerated through AI and technology.

HC stays CBI probe into Chandrababu Naidu's assets case

HC stays CBI probe into Chandrababu Naidu's assets case

Rediff.com13 Dec 2011

In a major relief to Telugu Desam Party president N Chandrababu Naidu, the Andhra Pradesh high court in its interim orders on Tuesday stayed the preliminary probe by the Central Bureau of Investigations into his alleged disproportionate assets.

New SC bench to hear Chandrababu Naidu's plea after judge recuses

New SC bench to hear Chandrababu Naidu's plea after judge recuses

Rediff.com27 Sep 2023

The Supreme Court on Wednesday said it will not restrain the trial court from dealing with a plea seeking police custody of former Andhra Pradesh chief minister and TDP leader N Chandrababu Naidu as it announced a new bench will hear his petition for quashing the FIR in the alleged Rs 371 crore scam in the state's Skill Development Corporation on October 3.

Chandrababu Naidu meets Pranab on Telangana issue

Chandrababu Naidu meets Pranab on Telangana issue

Rediff.com21 Sep 2013

Telugu Desam Party chief N Chandrababu Naidu on Saturday met President Pranab Mukherjee and leaders of political parties in an attempt to find an amicable solution to the problem of division in New Delhi Andhra Pradesh and creation of Telangana state.

Chandrababu Naidu claims credit for PM's cash transfer idea

Chandrababu Naidu claims credit for PM's cash transfer idea

Rediff.com29 Sep 2012

Former Andhra Pradesh chief minister and Telugu Desam Party leader N Chandrababu Naidu has welcomed the "cash transfer" initiative of Prime Minister Manmohan Singh, but reminded him that it was his brainchild as the TDP had promised direct cash transfer to beneficiaries in its 2009 election manifesto.

Chandrababu Naidu to take oath as Andhra CM on June 8

Chandrababu Naidu to take oath as Andhra CM on June 8

Rediff.com28 May 2014

Telugu Desam Party president N Chandrababu Naidu will take oath as Chief Minister of Andhra Pradesh on June 8

Chandrababu Naidu seeks special category status for residual AP

Chandrababu Naidu seeks special category status for residual AP

Rediff.com31 May 2014

Andhra Pradesh chief minister-designate N Chandrababu Naidu on Friday met Prime Minister Narendra Modi and demanded special category status for the residual state.

Woman Tied To Tree In Naidu's Kuppam

Woman Tied To Tree In Naidu's Kuppam

Rediff.com18 Jun 2025

Sirisha was tied to a tree and allegedly beaten by moneylender Munikannappa and others after her husband failed to repay a loan of Rs 80,000 taken three years ago.

Chandrababu Naidu gets bail, walks out of jail after 53 days

Chandrababu Naidu gets bail, walks out of jail after 53 days

Rediff.com31 Oct 2023

Scores of TDP leaders and supporters burst into celebrations across the state on the release of their leader.

CID interrogates Chandrababu Naidu for 2nd day in prison

CID interrogates Chandrababu Naidu for 2nd day in prison

Rediff.com24 Sep 2023

The court had instructed the CID officials to virtually produce Naidu before it through the 'Blue Jeans' app by 5 PM today. The TDP chief was virtually not produced before the court on Saturday.