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8 killed, 20 hurt as two trains collide in Andhra Pradesh

8 killed, 20 hurt as two trains collide in Andhra Pradesh

Rediff.com29 Oct 2023

It is suspected that some deaths have occurred in the accident as well, an official said but could not immediately confirm the information.

Monsoon sets in over Andhra Pradesh

Monsoon sets in over Andhra Pradesh

Rediff.com16 Jun 2003

NEET AIR 100,000? This State Is Best For You

NEET AIR 100,000? This State Is Best For You

Rediff.com17 Jul 2026

The math is mostly simple: The cheaper the MBBS seat, the easier it is to get into. The affordable seats are taken up by those well under AIR 100,000. But not in all states, says Ashok Hegde, founder, neet2seat.

Hyderabad Police Uncover Drug Peddling And Consumption Network

Hyderabad Police Uncover Drug Peddling And Consumption Network

Rediff.com14 Jun 2026

Police in Hyderabad apprehended a 22-year-old man for drug peddling and discovered eight individuals consuming prohibited substances during a raid. The operation uncovered an illegal drug distribution network, with significant quantities of MDMA and ganja seized. Efforts are underway to trace the suppliers.

Why ISRO May Retire GSLV-Mk II

Why ISRO May Retire GSLV-Mk II

Rediff.com4 Sep 2026

'It is not economical to operate GSLV-Mk II due to its cost and complexity. Future launches to be managed with LVM3.'

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.

Rajya Sabha members allotted to Andhra Pradesh, Telangana

Rajya Sabha members allotted to Andhra Pradesh, Telangana

Rediff.com30 May 2014

A draw of lots was held on Friday to allot Rajya Sabha members to Telangana and residual Andhra Pradesh following division of the state.

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 flood toll 46

Andhra Pradesh flood toll 46

Rediff.com5 Aug 2006

WEF 2019: Andhra Pradesh, Telangana take rivalry to Davos

WEF 2019: Andhra Pradesh, Telangana take rivalry to Davos

Rediff.com22 Jan 2019

Stronger the pitch of various states, the better for India as a country. The two states plan to showcase their improved 'ease of doing business rankings'.

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.

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.

Cyclone alert in Andhra Pradesh

Cyclone alert in Andhra Pradesh

Rediff.com28 Oct 2005

Andhra Pradesh rain toll 9

Andhra Pradesh rain toll 9

Rediff.com31 Oct 2006

TRS stalls Andhra Pradesh assembly

TRS stalls Andhra Pradesh assembly

Rediff.com23 Aug 2006

Andhra Pradesh: Chiranjeevi entering politics?

Andhra Pradesh: Chiranjeevi entering politics?

Rediff.com5 Dec 2007

As the political atmosphere in Andhra Pradesh is hotting up ahead of assembly elections, one and a half year away, there is fresh speculation over Telugu matinee idol Chiranjeevi's entry into politics.

Revanth unveils NTR statue in outreach to TDP sympathisers

Revanth unveils NTR statue in outreach to TDP sympathisers

Rediff.com29 May 2026

Telangana Chief Minister A Revanth Reddy unveiled a statue of TDP founder N T Rama Rao in Hyderabad, aiming to appeal to TDP supporters ahead of upcoming civic polls. The move is seen as an attempt by the Congress to gain ground in areas with a significant Andhra Pradesh-native voter base.

'We flipped over in 3 minutes': Vietnam boat tragedy survivor

'We flipped over in 3 minutes': Vietnam boat tragedy survivor

Rediff.com14 Jul 2026

Nirmal Kumar, an Indian survivor of the recent speedboat tragedy near Phu Quoc Island, Vietnam, has recounted the horrific moments when a sudden, violent wave capsized their boat, trapping 15 passengers underwater. The accident, which occurred on July 11, claimed the lives of 15 Indian tourists, with 10 from Tamil Nadu. Kumar, who lost a childhood friend, highlighted the lack of immediate medical supplies and appealed for government assistance for the grieving families.

Andhra Pradesh flood toll 41

Andhra Pradesh flood toll 41

Rediff.com23 Jun 2007

The death toll due to heavy rains and flash floods caused by a deep depression in Andhra Pradesh has risen to 41 on Saturday morning, according to the official count.

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.

Main rail, road routes cut off in Andhra Pradesh due to floods

Main rail, road routes cut off in Andhra Pradesh due to floods

Rediff.com21 Nov 2021

The main rail and road routes in Andhra Pradesh, connecting the south and east, remained cut off as the Penna river in spate caused heavy destruction on Sunday.

Four Women Now Lead High Courts

Four Women Now Lead High Courts

Rediff.com6 Jun 2026

There has never been a woman Chief Justice of India, although Justice B V Nagarathna is expected to become the first -- in 2027 if the convention of seniority is followed.

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.

Google's Internet bus to tour Andhra Pradesh

Google's Internet bus to tour Andhra Pradesh

Rediff.com23 Jul 2009

Google India on Wednesday said its special bus will tour Andhra Pradesh to reach out to people with limited knowledge and exposure of the Internet.

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.

Andhra Pradesh General, Vocational results on SMS

Andhra Pradesh General, Vocational results on SMS

Rediff.com28 Jun 2010

Get results for the Andhra Pradesh Year II General Results and Andhra Pradesh Year II Vocational Supplementary Results live on SMS today.

TDP fears President's rule in Andhra Pradesh

TDP fears President's rule in Andhra Pradesh

Rediff.com29 Dec 2009

The Telugu Desam Party has sought a clarification from Chief Minister K Rosaiah on the pro-active role being taken by new Governor E S L Narasimhan that was raising doubts about the possibility of the imposition of President's rule in Andhra Pradesh.

Andhra Pradesh tops divestment list

Andhra Pradesh tops divestment list

Rediff.com11 Dec 2003

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.

Vijay mirrors NTR feat, races to power within two years of party launch

Vijay mirrors NTR feat, races to power within two years of party launch

Rediff.com4 May 2026

Vijay's TVK party is on the verge of forming a government in Tamil Nadu, drawing parallels to NTR's earlier success in Andhra Pradesh. Both achieved electoral success shortly after forming their parties, highlighting the potential for film popularity to translate into political gains.

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.

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

Andhra all set for huge investments from Adani Group, Reliance

Andhra all set for huge investments from Adani Group, Reliance

Rediff.com15 Nov 2025

Adani Group said on Friday it will invest around Rs 1 trillion in various sectors of Andhra Pradesh over the next ten years, deepening its commitment in the state where it will partner with Google for an artificial intelligence (AI) hub in Visakhapatnam.

N D Tiwari is Andhra Pradesh governor

N D Tiwari is Andhra Pradesh governor

Rediff.com22 Aug 2007

Chief Justice of AP High Court G S Singhvi administered the oath of office to the new governor at a simple ceremony at Raj Bhavan.

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.

The 2019 Andhra Pradesh assembly election sentiment meter

The 2019 Andhra Pradesh assembly election sentiment meter

Rediff.com8 Apr 2019

This time the battle for the 175-member assembly will be between TDP and Jaganmohan Reddy-led YSR Congress.

'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.

IT set to boom in Andhra Pradesh

IT set to boom in Andhra Pradesh

Rediff.com15 Dec 2005

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.