News for 'Andhra Pradesh'

'Naidu Will Not Waste Time Now'

'Naidu Will Not Waste Time Now'

Rediff.com3 May 2025

'Amaravati will be a game changer for Andhra Pradesh.'

Odisha leads in GST growth, T'gana in direct taxes

Odisha leads in GST growth, T'gana in direct taxes

Rediff.com26 Dec 2025

A shift appears underway in India's tax landscape. States with relatively smaller tax collections like Odisha and Telangana are emerging as the fastest-growing contributors to indirect and direct tax collections, respectively.

This MLA Wants Workers To Have The Right To Disconnect

This MLA Wants Workers To Have The Right To Disconnect

Rediff.com5 Nov 2025

The debate over working hours flared up after Infosys Co-founder N R Narayana Murthy called for 14-hour workdays.

Richest CMs: 931 Cr Naidu, 332 Cr Khandu

Richest CMs: 931 Cr Naidu, 332 Cr Khandu

Rediff.com23 Aug 2025

The CMs with lowest assets are West Bengal CM Mamata Banerjee with assets worth over Rs 15.38 lakh, Omar Abdullah, CM of Jammu and Kashmir, with assets worth over Rs 55.24 lakh, and Kerala CM Pinarayi Vijayan, who has assets worth Rs 1.18 crore.

ISRO conducts first Gaganyaan parachute test

ISRO conducts first Gaganyaan parachute test

Rediff.com24 Aug 2025

ISRO successfully conducted the first Integrated Air Drop Test (IADT-01) to validate the parachute-based deceleration system for the Gaganyaan mission, demonstrating a crucial step towards India's human spaceflight program.

Telugu people will stay united, says Jagan on Andhra Pradesh bifurcation

Telugu people will stay united, says Jagan on Andhra Pradesh bifurcation

Rediff.com2 Jun 2014

Congratulating the people of Telangana on the formation of the new state, YSR Congress Party chief Y S Jaganmohan Reddy on Monday said though the state is divided geographically, Telugu people will stay united and will cooperate mutually.

Light A Candle For Pahalgam Martyrs

Light A Candle For Pahalgam Martyrs

Rediff.com22 Jun 2025

Light a candle to their memory, to show their families and the world that we care. To show that we will not forget, nor will we forgive.

Ranji Trophy: Siraj picks four-fer for Hyderabad against Chhattisgarh

Ranji Trophy: Siraj picks four-fer for Hyderabad against Chhattisgarh

Rediff.com29 Jan 2026

Mohammed Siraj returned 17-3-56-4 to help Hyderabad bowl Chhattisgarh out for 283 on Day 1 of their Group D Ranji Trophy contest, in Hyderabad, on Thursday.

Volume, margin concerns likely to weigh on beer maker United Breweries

Volume, margin concerns likely to weigh on beer maker United Breweries

Rediff.com27 Dec 2025

The stock of the country's largest beer maker, United Breweries (UBBL), is trading at 25-month lows given multiple headwinds related to volumes, regulatory issues, and margin trajectory. After a muted second quarter (July-September) of 2025-26 (Q2FY26), brokerages also expect the company's Q3FY26 performance to be underwhelming.

Top Maoist leader Basavaraju's killing major setback for outfit

Top Maoist leader Basavaraju's killing major setback for outfit

Rediff.com21 May 2025

The killing of CPI-Maoist general secretary Nambala Keshav Rao alias Basavaraju, the topmost leader by security forces in Chhattisgarh, is a major setback for the banned outfit. Basavaraju, who was on the most wanted list of the NIA, was among the 27 dreaded Naxals killed by security forces in Chhattisgarh's Bastar region. The Telangana Police official said that the killing will be a demoralising factor for the Maoists. The official pointed out that the Maoists are already demoralised and hundreds of their cadres have surrendered before Telangana police besides many being arrested.

Bail to 6 pepper-spray protesters who raised pro-Hidma slogans

Bail to 6 pepper-spray protesters who raised pro-Hidma slogans

Rediff.com13 Dec 2025

A Delhi court granted bail to six protesters arrested in connection with a protest at India Gate, where slogans were allegedly raised in support of a slain Maoist commander. Bail was denied to four others, and decisions on other pleas are pending.

The 'Turram Khan' Who Could Be India's Next VP

The 'Turram Khan' Who Could Be India's Next VP

Rediff.com20 Aug 2025

'His willingness to take the initiative to fight for truth and justice and his willingness to cross swords with anyone for a just cause.'

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.

What Gave Birth To Maoists In Bastar

What Gave Birth To Maoists In Bastar

Rediff.com3 Dec 2025

The Maoists in Bastar went from one village to another with kits providing badly needed medical intervention. The medical help was one key reason why the tribals were attracted to the Maoists, points out M R Narayan Swamy.

SMAT: Siraj stars as Hyderabad down Mumbai

SMAT: Siraj stars as Hyderabad down Mumbai

Rediff.com12 Dec 2025

Reddy's all-round show not enough for Andhra Pradesh.

Why Budget 2026 Deserves 8.5/10

Why Budget 2026 Deserves 8.5/10

Rediff.com2 Feb 2026

This is the first Budget in my memory of Budgets over the last half a century which has embraced upfront, enthusiastically and emphatically, technology, modernity and fiscal sobriety, notes Shreekant Sambrani.

Auqib Nabi Puts J&K On Cusp Of Historic Ranji Trophy Final After Bengal Collapse

Auqib Nabi Puts J&K On Cusp Of Historic Ranji Trophy Final After Bengal Collapse

Rediff.com17 Feb 2026

Auqib Nabi's all-round performance puts Jammu and Kashmir on the brink of their first-ever Ranji Trophy final, after they bowled out Bengal for a mere 99 runs in their second innings.

Ranji Trophy: Shami's fiery spell drives Bengal toward innings win

Ranji Trophy: Shami's fiery spell drives Bengal toward innings win

Rediff.com24 Jan 2026

India pacer Mohammed Shami's five-wicket burst put Bengal on the verge of an outright victory with bonus point against Services on the third day of their Ranji Trophy Elite Group C match in Kalyani, West Bengal on Saturday.

In-form Sarfaraz notches up his 17th first-class century

In-form Sarfaraz notches up his 17th first-class century

Rediff.com22 Jan 2026

Sarfaraz Khan and Siddhesh Lad compiled superlative hundreds to power table-toppers Mumbai to a commanding 332 for 4 on Day 1 of their Ranji Trophy match against hosts Hyderabad on Thursday.

Chhattisgarh deputy CM to take surrendered Maoists to state assembly

Chhattisgarh deputy CM to take surrendered Maoists to state assembly

Rediff.com23 Nov 2025

Chhattisgarh Deputy Chief Minister Vijay Sharma met surrendered Naxalites at a rehabilitation center in Sukma, offering them a visit to the state assembly and directing officials to improve their living conditions and opportunities.

New Rural Jobs Bill Sparks International Concern

New Rural Jobs Bill Sparks International Concern

Rediff.com20 Dec 2025

'Previously, contributing only 25 per cent of material costs, states now face burdens of 40 per cent to 100 per cent of total costs, ensuring poorer states will curb project approvals, directly stifling work demand.'

'India Has More Job Opportunities Than Skilled People'

'India Has More Job Opportunities Than Skilled People'

Rediff.com23 Jan 2026

'Given that the population is almost evenly split, the Indian economy cannot grow without women participating in the workforce.' 'While women's participation has increased, it is still well below 40 per cent,' says Kartik Narayan, CEO of the professional networking and jobs platform, Apna.

4 pro-YSRCP news channels off air in Andhra post polls; Oppn party moves TRAI

4 pro-YSRCP news channels off air in Andhra post polls; Oppn party moves TRAI

Rediff.com23 Jun 2024

In a recent letter to TRAI, Reddy claimed the Andhra Pradesh Cable TV Operators Association took these four channels off air due to alleged coercion by the TDP-led government in the state.

No Full-Stop To Govt Versus Governors Tussle

No Full-Stop To Govt Versus Governors Tussle

Rediff.com27 Nov 2025

The Supreme Court's opinion on the presidential reference can impact on any number of cases if and when governors, if not the President, take a literary view of the Supreme Court's 'ppinion' on their 'discretionary powers' without reference to the rider on 'reasonable time', points out N Sathiya Moorthy.

Twist and bend: Modi performs yoga from Vizag beach

Twist and bend: Modi performs yoga from Vizag beach

Rediff.com21 Jun 2025

Modi led the 11th International Yoga Day celebrations from RK Beach in Visakhapatnam on Saturday, June 21, 2025.

SMAT: Jaiswal dazzles as Mumbai keep final hopes alive

SMAT: Jaiswal dazzles as Mumbai keep final hopes alive

Rediff.com14 Dec 2025

Ignored by the national selectors for T20 set-up, Yashasvi Jaiswal sent another stern reminder to the Ajit Agarkar-led selection committee with a blistering 48-ball century as defending champions Mumbai crushed Haryana by four wickets in a high-scoring Syed Mushtaq Ali Trophy Super League B match, in Ambi, Pune, on Sunday.

'Yoga Is The Pause Button Humanity Needs'

'Yoga Is The Pause Button Humanity Needs'

Rediff.com21 Jun 2025

'My request to the world -- let this Yoga Day mark the beginning of yoga for humanity 2.0 where inner peace becomes global policy.'

TDP's Raju is new Goa guv, J-K ex-deputy CM Gupta named Ladakh LG

TDP's Raju is new Goa guv, J-K ex-deputy CM Gupta named Ladakh LG

Rediff.com14 Jul 2025

Former Union Minister Pusapati Ashok Gajapathi Raju appointed as the Governor of Goa, Kavinder Gupta named as the new Lieutenant Governor of Ladakh, and Ashim Kumar Ghosh will be the new Governor of Haryana.

45 Indian pilgrims perish in deadly bus accident in Saudi

45 Indian pilgrims perish in deadly bus accident in Saudi

Rediff.com17 Nov 2025

Prime Minister Narendra Modi said he was "deeply saddened" by the bus accident in Saudi Arabia's Medinah, in which several Indian Umrah pilgrims are feared dead.

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.

Manufacturing Push Lifts Private Capex In H1FY26

Manufacturing Push Lifts Private Capex In H1FY26

Rediff.com10 Nov 2025

Private investment projects constitute well over 70 per cent of the nearly Rs 34 trillion of fresh investments announced in H1 this year.

Naidu to be sworn in as Andhra CM on June 12

Naidu to be sworn in as Andhra CM on June 12

Rediff.com7 Jun 2024

Telugu Desam Party supremo N Chandrababu Naidu will be sworn in as the Chief Minister of Andhra Pradesh for the third time on June 12, party sources said on Friday.

Only people learning in mother tongue excel in world: Naidu

Only people learning in mother tongue excel in world: Naidu

Rediff.com17 Mar 2025

Andhra Pradesh Chief Minister N Chandrababu Naidu has emphasized the importance of learning in one's mother tongue, arguing that it is key to achieving excellence and that a misconception exists regarding the necessity of English language proficiency for knowledge acquisition. Addressing the Assembly, Naidu asserted that knowledge is not dependent on language and that individuals who study in their mother tongue excel globally. He stressed the importance of learning multiple languages while preserving one's mother tongue, and urged against unnecessary political debates surrounding language.

What's Chandrababu Naidu Praying For?

What's Chandrababu Naidu Praying For?

Rediff.com22 May 2025

On Wednesday, May 21, 2025, Andhra Pradesh Chief Minister Nara Chandrababu Naidu and his wife Nara Bhuvaneshwari visited the Sri Prasanna Tirupati Gangamamba and offered silk garments on behalf of the Tirumala Tirupati Devasthanam at Ammavaru in Kuppam.

Family saved, friend lost: 2 Rameshs' story from Kurnool bus inferno

Family saved, friend lost: 2 Rameshs' story from Kurnool bus inferno

Rediff.com25 Oct 2025

Two friends, G Ramesh and N Ramesh, and their families were on the same bus that caught fire in Kurnool. One family survived, while the other perished in the tragic incident.

Biker death: Sub-contractor held for failing to report fall

Biker death: Sub-contractor held for failing to report fall

Rediff.com7 Feb 2026

Delhi government suspends officials suspected of negligence after a motorcyclist died falling into a pit dug by the Delhi Jal Board in Janakpuri. An investigation is underway, and FIRs have been filed against the DJB and the contractor.

Kanchi Kamakoti Peetam anoints junior pontiff

Kanchi Kamakoti Peetam anoints junior pontiff

Rediff.com30 Apr 2025

Sri Satya Chandrashekarendra Saraswathi Shankaracharya, a 25-year-old Rig Vedic scholar from Andhra Pradesh, was anointed as the junior pontiff of the ancient Kanchi Kamakoti Peetam at a grand religious ceremony. The historic event took place on the auspicious Akshya Thritiya, attended by seers from across the country. The new acharya, known as Ganesha Sharma Dravid before his initiation into sanyasa, is the successor to the present Seer Sri Vijayendra Saraswathi Shankaracharya. The event coincided with the 2534th Jayanti Mahotsavam (May 2, 2025) of Jagadguru Adi Shankaracharya, who established Sri Kanchi Kamakoti Peetam in 482 BCE.

What Gifts Did Naidu Bring Nirmalaji?

What Gifts Did Naidu Bring Nirmalaji?

Rediff.com6 Mar 2025

Andhra Pradesh Chief Minister Chandrababu Naidu showered gifts on Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman when he met her in New Delhi on Wednesday, March 5, 2025.

Meet Desi Stars Lighting Up T20 World Cup

Meet Desi Stars Lighting Up T20 World Cup

Rediff.com6 Feb 2026

From the USA to UAE, Canada to Italy, Indian-origin cricketers will represent associate nations at the T20 World Cup. Meet the Desis chasing global glory at a home away from home.

Andhra CM compares Jagan to 'drug lord Pablo Escobar'

Andhra CM compares Jagan to 'drug lord Pablo Escobar'

Rediff.com26 Jul 2024

Naidu claimed that he never saw such a situation like how it was when Reddy, the YSRCP chief, ruled during the past five years.