News for 'Andhra Pradesh'

Volkswagen to pay Andhra Pradesh $2.4 million

Volkswagen to pay Andhra Pradesh $2.4 million

Rediff.com22 Jul 2005

Volkswagen said in a statement that the payments were compensation for losses incurred by Andhra Pradesh, following the 'allegedly illegal actions' of former Skoda board member Helmuth Schuster, who resigned on June 15.

Medals and glory for Andhra Pradesh

Medals and glory for Andhra Pradesh

Rediff.com23 Dec 2002

Telangana: Andhra Pradesh CM Reddy meets Sonia

Telangana: Andhra Pradesh CM Reddy meets Sonia

Rediff.com12 Jul 2013

Ahead of the crucial Congress meeting on Telangana, Andhra Pradesh Chief Minister Kirankumar Reddy on Friday met Congress President Sonia Gandhi and briefed her about the political situation in the state.

Indian Oil to invest Rs 1 trillion in petchem projects over 5 years

Indian Oil to invest Rs 1 trillion in petchem projects over 5 years

Rediff.com4 Aug 2026

Indian Oil Corporation Ltd (IOCL) plans to invest approximately Rs 1 trillion in petrochemical projects over the next five to six years, aiming to significantly increase its petrochemical intensity and production capacity to meet growing domestic demand.

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.

Andhra Pradesh hunts for a new capital

Andhra Pradesh hunts for a new capital

Rediff.com31 Jul 2013

Even as the Congress struggles to convince its Seema-Andhra leaders to stay put in the party and not resign over the Telangana issue, several leaders are already holding talks on the future course of action.

30 suicides rock Andhra Pradesh! Microfinance bodies under lens

30 suicides rock Andhra Pradesh! Microfinance bodies under lens

Rediff.com14 Oct 2010

As many as 30 rural borrowers have committed suicide in Andhra Pradesh in the last few months following their inability to pay back loans taken from microfinance institutions at exorbitant interest rates.

Delhi High Court shields Yuvraj Singh from unauthorised use of name, image, deepfakes

Delhi High Court shields Yuvraj Singh from unauthorised use of name, image, deepfakes

Rediff.com2 Aug 2026

The Delhi High Court has issued an interim order protecting cricketer Yuvraj Singh's personality rights, restraining third parties from the unauthorised use of his name, image, voice, and likeness, including the sale of merchandise and the creation of AI-generated or deepfake content.

Delhi High Court Safeguards Yuvraj Singh's Personality Rights Against Misuse

Delhi High Court Safeguards Yuvraj Singh's Personality Rights Against Misuse

Rediff.com2 Aug 2026

The Delhi High Court has issued an interim order protecting cricketer Yuvraj Singh's personality rights, restraining third parties from unauthorised use of his name, image, voice, and likeness for commercial gain or creating AI-generated and deepfake content. The court emphasised the need to protect public figures from reputational damage caused by fabricated online content.

Six train passengers injured in Andhra Pradesh

Six train passengers injured in Andhra Pradesh

Rediff.com14 Aug 2012

Six persons received injuries after they jumped off a running train fearing their compartment had caught fire, Railway officials said.

Live: Get your Andhra Pradesh Class X Result here

Live: Get your Andhra Pradesh Class X Result here

Rediff.com24 May 2012

Andhra Pradesh Class X 2012 results are out and are now available on Rediff.com.

8 killed, 44 injured as bus falls into gorge in Andhra Pradesh

8 killed, 44 injured as bus falls into gorge in Andhra Pradesh

Rediff.com27 Mar 2022

The victims, all relatives, belonged to Anantapuramu district and were on their way to Tirupati from Dharmavaram to attend a wedding engagement ceremony scheduled for Sunday morning.

The MBBS Costs You Don't See Till It's Too Late

The MBBS Costs You Don't See Till It's Too Late

Rediff.com23 Jul 2026

Be aware of a set of costs that never appears on a college's fee page. They sit as clauses near the end of the state counselling body's prospectus and, in many states, not even there, warns Ashok Hegde, founder, neet2seat.

Counting begins for Andhra Pradesh by-polls

Counting begins for Andhra Pradesh by-polls

Rediff.com15 Jun 2012

Counting of votes in the crucial by-polls held in Andhra Pradesh for one Lok Sabha constituency and 18 Assembly seats began today amid tight security arrangements.

Congress wants Andhra Pradesh by-poll postponed

Congress wants Andhra Pradesh by-poll postponed

Rediff.com13 Apr 2012

The Congress, which had initially wanted the by-elections to be conducted first, now feels that the local body polls should be held first, reports Vicky Nanjappa.

Cyclone Montha: 2 killed, crops damaged, transportation hit in Andhra

Cyclone Montha: 2 killed, crops damaged, transportation hit in Andhra

Rediff.com29 Oct 2025

Cyclone Montha crossed the Andhra Pradesh coast, resulting in two deaths, extensive crop damage, and disruptions to power and transportation. Neighboring Telangana also experienced heavy rains. Government relief efforts are underway.

Pre-register: Andhra Pradesh Class X Supplementary Results 2012

Pre-register: Andhra Pradesh Class X Supplementary Results 2012

Rediff.com17 Jul 2012

Students can pre-register to get their results on mobile by messaging AP10 followed by their roll number to 57333.

Panel against Bt Brinjal in Andhra Pradesh

Panel against Bt Brinjal in Andhra Pradesh

Rediff.com18 Jan 2010

A three-member committee on Bt brinjal, appointed by the Andhra Pradesh government, has recommended not to allow commercial cultivation of Bt brinjal in the state.

Andhra Pradesh & Telangana: Govt staff already have high salaries

Andhra Pradesh & Telangana: Govt staff already have high salaries

Rediff.com8 Jul 2016

Government employees enjoy a pay revision every five years, unlike once in every 10 years for central government employees, and draw relatively higher salary.

Delhi High Court Upholds Abhishek Sharma's Personality Rights Against Misuse

Delhi High Court Upholds Abhishek Sharma's Personality Rights Against Misuse

Rediff.com13 Jul 2026

The Delhi High Court has issued an interim order protecting India cricketer Abhishek Sharma's personality rights, restraining third parties from misusing his name, image, and AI-generated content for commercial or personal gain. The court directed online platforms to remove infringing material, citing the spread of false and obscene content that damages his reputation and commercial value.

Delhi High Court Upholds Abhishek Sharma's Personality Rights Against Misuse

Delhi High Court Upholds Abhishek Sharma's Personality Rights Against Misuse

Rediff.com13 Jul 2026

The Delhi High Court has issued an interim order protecting India cricketer Abhishek Sharma's personality rights, restraining third parties from misusing his name, image, and AI-generated content for commercial or personal gain. The court directed online platforms to remove infringing material, citing the spread of false and obscene content that damages his reputation and commercial value.

Protests for united Andhra Pradesh intensify

Protests for united Andhra Pradesh intensify

Rediff.com30 Jul 2013

Students, employees and other supporters of united Andhra Pradesh continued protests in the Rayalaseema and coastal Andhra regions on Tuesday, amid indications that the ruling Congress would take a decision in favour of separate Telangana.

PHOTOS: After Cabinet's nod to Telangana, Andhra Pradesh on edge

PHOTOS: After Cabinet's nod to Telangana, Andhra Pradesh on edge

Rediff.com6 Dec 2013

Normal life was badly affected in coastal Andhra and Rayalaseema regions as a bandh against the Union cabinet's approval of a bill for division of Andhra Pradesh began on Friday.

Andhra Pradesh floods:  88,000 people evacuated

Andhra Pradesh floods: 88,000 people evacuated

Rediff.com9 Sep 2010

The Andhra Pradesh Government has taken up evacuation work on a large scale in the rain-affected districts and over 88,000 people have been evacuated so far, officials said on Wednesday.

'A Student's Life Can't Be Held Hostage To A 3-Hour Performance'

'A Student's Life Can't Be Held Hostage To A 3-Hour Performance'

Rediff.com10 Aug 2026

Education sector experts agree that using the "best technology" was essential to ensure students did not have to sit for an examination all over again because of a question paper leak.

Cyclone Montha: Andhra prepares action plan for relief, essential supplies

Cyclone Montha: Andhra prepares action plan for relief, essential supplies

Rediff.com26 Oct 2025

The Andhra Pradesh government has prepared an action plan for relief and essential supplies in pre-cyclone preparedness for Cyclone Montha, expected to cross the coast on October 28.

What is the logic behind Andhra Pradesh division

What is the logic behind Andhra Pradesh division

Rediff.com19 Feb 2014

Is Hyderabad the reason Telangana wants separation from Andhra Pradesh? Or has perceived backwardness of the Telangana region fuelled demand for a separate state? Mayank Mishra reports

How A Suspended CISF Constable Misused His ID For Drug Smuggling

How A Suspended CISF Constable Misused His ID For Drug Smuggling

Rediff.com3 Jun 2026

A suspended CISF constable was apprehended in Hyderabad for allegedly possessing and smuggling 158 kgs of dry ganja worth Rs 79 lakh. He reportedly misused his official ID to evade police checks and continued drug trafficking even after a previous arrest and suspension.

Ajaya Babu Wins Silver With Commonwealth Games Record Lift

Ajaya Babu Wins Silver With Commonwealth Games Record Lift

Rediff.com28 Jul 2026

Indian weightlifter Valluri Ajaya Babu secured a silver medal in the men's 79kg category at the Commonwealth Games, setting a new Games record in snatch and narrowly missing gold to Malaysia's Erry Hidayat Muhammad. This marks India's sixth weightlifting medal at the current Games, showcasing Babu's remarkable performance and potential.

Andhra Pradesh terror accused remanded in judicial custody

Andhra Pradesh terror accused remanded in judicial custody

Rediff.com11 Oct 2013

Mohammad Ejaz Ahmed, an alleged operative of the Indian Muslim Mohammadi Mujahideen, was on Friday produced before a Hyderabad court and remanded in judicial custody.

Muslim quota: Andhra Pradesh to move SC

Muslim quota: Andhra Pradesh to move SC

Rediff.com9 Feb 2010

Even as the high court's decision to quash reservation for backward groups of Muslims in Andhra Pradesh has left the Muslim community fuming, and about 30,000 students who benefited from the quota were worried about the future, the state government has reassured the community that it will do every thing possible to get a reprieve from the Supreme Court.

Security stepped up in Andhra Pradesh post Telangana decision

Security stepped up in Andhra Pradesh post Telangana decision

Rediff.com31 Jul 2013

The Andhra Pradesh Police on Tuesday stepped up security across the state saying they were well prepared to maintain law and order particularly in coastal Andhra and Rayalaseema regions in the wake of the decision to create separate Telangana.

Things set to deteriorate in divided Andhra Pradesh

Things set to deteriorate in divided Andhra Pradesh

Rediff.com23 Aug 2013

The state of Andhra Pradesh is already going through a messy phase and things are all set to deteriorate in the coming days.

GST Fraud: Mastermind Arrested In Rs 410 Crore ITC Scam

GST Fraud: Mastermind Arrested In Rs 410 Crore ITC Scam

Rediff.com22 Apr 2026

The Commercial Taxes Department has arrested Mohammed Tauqeer for his involvement in generating and routing fraudulent ITC across multiple states, unearthing a GST fraud worth Rs 410 crore.

MRPS joins grand allaince in Andhra Pradesh

MRPS joins grand allaince in Andhra Pradesh

Rediff.com8 Mar 2009

In a development, which can impact the fluid political situation in Andhra Pradesh to a great extent, an influential Dalit organization Madiga Reservation Porata Samiti, has decided to join the opposition' Grand Alliance led by the Telugu Desam party.

IPS trainee attempts suicide after sexual harassment complaint

IPS trainee attempts suicide after sexual harassment complaint

Rediff.com20 Jul 2026

A trainee IPS officer at SVPNPA, accused of stalking and sexually harassing a fellow woman trainee, attempted suicide by consuming a poisonous substance. He is currently hospitalised, and a case has been registered against him under various sections, including the BNS and IT Act.

Fire at Andhra Pradesh high court building

Fire at Andhra Pradesh high court building

Rediff.com31 Aug 2009

A fire broke out in the Andhra Pradesh high court building in the wee hours of Monday. According to sources, the fire started around 4 am on the second floor of the building, which houses a library and lockers of the advocates.

The politics of shady business in Andhra Pradesh

The politics of shady business in Andhra Pradesh

Rediff.com3 Mar 2013

How a climate of crony capitalism was forged and fuelled in Andhra Pradesh.

Sexual harassment case against Andhra Pradesh MLA

Sexual harassment case against Andhra Pradesh MLA

Rediff.com4 Jul 2009

The ongoing tussle between the Andhra Pradesh government and a legislator of Opposition Telugu Desam TV Rama Rao over his alleged involvement in a case of sexual abuse took a curious turn on Saturday with five girls appearing before the state home minister and giving a statement against the MLA.