News for 'vijayawada'

Modi assures Naidu all possible help for Andhra Pradesh

Modi assures Naidu all possible help for Andhra Pradesh

Rediff.com8 Jun 2014

As N Chandrababu Naidu begins his new innings on Sunday as the chief minister of Andhra Pradesh, Prime Minister Narendra Modi assured him "all possible help" and hoped that his administrative experience will be great asset to the state.

Where will Naidu take oath as Seemandhra CM?

Where will Naidu take oath as Seemandhra CM?

Rediff.com27 May 2014

The Telugu Desam Party has confirmed that its chief Chandrababu Naidu will be sworn in as the chief minister of Seemandhra on June 8. The swearing-in will take place six days after Telangana Rashtra Samithi supremo K Chandrasekhar Rao is sworn in as the chief minister of Telangana.

AP govt approves Amaravathi in Guntur district as new capital

AP govt approves Amaravathi in Guntur district as new capital

Rediff.com1 Apr 2015

The Andhra Pradesh Government on Wednesday approved Amaravathi town, the ancient seat of power of Satavahana rulers, as its new capital coming up in the Vijayawada-Guntur region, which is also known for its historical and spiritual significance.

Dad, please pay for my treatment: Girl pleads before dying

Dad, please pay for my treatment: Girl pleads before dying

Rediff.com17 May 2017

The father allegedly sent goons with the help of TDP MLA Bonda Umamaheswara Rao to settle the issue.

Southbytes!

Southbytes!

Rediff.com11 Jan 2003

Gossip from South Indian film industry

Railways spent Rs 50 cr to move 70K migrants in 5 days

Railways spent Rs 50 cr to move 70K migrants in 5 days

Rediff.com5 May 2020

A day after opposition parties, including the Congress launched a scathing attack against the Union government and the railways for charging money from migrants for the travel, sources in the railways said the national transporter is spending around Rs 80 lakh per service for the special trains, and it has run 67 such trains carrying around 67,000 stranded migrants since May 1--- incurring an expenditure of over Rs 50 crore.

AP: Computer education for govt school students

AP: Computer education for govt school students

Rediff.com20 Dec 2005

Computer education for govt school students in AP

Why politicians are keeping away from CAA protests

Why politicians are keeping away from CAA protests

Rediff.com31 Jan 2020

Why are the protesters still on their own and why are political parties abstaining from joining this mass movement? Aakar Patel explains.

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.

A 'homemade' success story

A 'homemade' success story

Rediff.com19 Feb 2004

Denied stretcher, woman drags husband on hospital ramp

Denied stretcher, woman drags husband on hospital ramp

Rediff.com18 Nov 2016

The alleged incident took place at the Government Regional Hospital in Guntakal, Anantapuramu district, on Wednesday.

7 construction workers killed in wall collapse in Guntur

7 construction workers killed in wall collapse in Guntur

Rediff.com15 May 2016

The state government announced a compensation of Rs 20 lakh each to the victims' families, Guntur district Collector Kantilal Dande said.

No need to replace Ganguly: Waugh

No need to replace Ganguly: Waugh

Rediff.com24 Nov 2004

"I don't see any reason to replace Sourav as he was instrumental in changing attitude of his teammates," said Steve Waugh.

India sees highest spike of 2,003 COVID-19 deaths

India sees highest spike of 2,003 COVID-19 deaths

Rediff.com18 Jun 2020

Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Wednesday asked states to make full use of the expanded COVID-19 testing capacity and saving lives a top priority as India recorded the highest ever spike of 2,003 coronavirus deaths after Maharashtra and Delhi added earlier fatalities not attributed to the disease.

Father of techie found dead in Mumbai meets Shinde

Father of techie found dead in Mumbai meets Shinde

Rediff.com24 Jan 2014

Father of a woman software engineer, whose burnt body was found on the outskirts of Mumbai, on Friday met Home Minister Sushilkumar Shinde and demanded justice, saying no parent should have to face the trauma he had to face while searching for his daughter.

Humpy beats Russian GM

Humpy beats Russian GM

Rediff.com18 Aug 2004

The Indian GM beat Maxim Sorokin in the first round of the eight-match Ilapuram Grandmasters Chess tourney.

'Congress will not gain from dividing Andhra'

'Congress will not gain from dividing Andhra'

Rediff.com29 Jul 2013

It is a misconception that the Congress will gain politically if a separate Telangana is formed, feels Vijayawada MP Lagadapati Rajagopal.

Nothing to worry: Air Deccan MD

Nothing to worry: Air Deccan MD

Rediff.com25 Sep 2003

Jagan meets PM, Shah; requests special status, funds

Jagan meets PM, Shah; requests special status, funds

Rediff.com26 May 2019

He said he requested the prime minister to be 'magnanimous' towards the people of Andhra Pradesh.

Govt plans 400 FM stations

Govt plans 400 FM stations

Rediff.com6 Sep 2004

Union Information and Broadcasting Minister S Jaipal Reddy said on Sunday that his ministry has drawn up an ambitious roadmap to set up 400 FM radio stations in the private sector throughout the country.\n\n\n\n

IT's still a top priority for AP

IT's still a top priority for AP

Rediff.com1 Sep 2004

5000th SBI ATM at Hyderabad

5000th SBI ATM at Hyderabad

Rediff.com17 Mar 2005

State Bank of India is set to cross the 5,000 mark in number of ATMs installed in the country.

Humpy creates national record

Humpy creates national record

Rediff.com15 Nov 2003

Humpy created a new national record by winning 11 consecutive rounds in the National women's `A' chess championship.

Venkaiah, Rudy escape aircraft disaster

Venkaiah, Rudy escape aircraft disaster

Rediff.com24 Sep 2003

A minor fire broke out in Air Deccan's inaugural flight from Hyderabad to Vijayawada prompting the crew to arrange a safe passage.

First domestic cricket then IPL, BCCI tells India's domestic players

First domestic cricket then IPL, BCCI tells India's domestic players

Rediff.com21 Mar 2014

The Board of Control for Cricket in India issued a circular to all its 27 affiliated units asking them to ensure the Indian Premier League-contracted players appear for their domestic teams instead of joining the franchises to prepare for the T20 tournament, starting in UAE next month.

Vinod Khosla lands in Hyderabad

Vinod Khosla lands in Hyderabad

Rediff.com20 Feb 2004

'Blackout to continue in Andhra, even hospitals won't be spared'

'Blackout to continue in Andhra, even hospitals won't be spared'

Rediff.com8 Oct 2013

The strike by power sector employees has crippled life, badly hitting hospitals and water supply in Andhra Pradesh.

In skill overdrive, Maruti to train 2,100 youth annually

In skill overdrive, Maruti to train 2,100 youth annually

Rediff.com5 May 2015

Maruti has committed Rs 5 crore towards the programme.

India sees nearly 16,000 cases in a day; Delhi surpasses Mumbai

India sees nearly 16,000 cases in a day; Delhi surpasses Mumbai

Rediff.com25 Jun 2020

As daily testing of samples of blood and throat and nose swabs crossed two lakh for the first time since the outbreak of the pandemic, over 14,000 new coronavirus cases were registered in the country for the fifth day in a row to take the total count to 4,56,183, according to the Union Health Ministry data.

Vodafone awaits govt's clarity on net neutrality

Vodafone awaits govt's clarity on net neutrality

Rediff.com9 Apr 2015

The company has added over 1,300 sites across the two states.

Andhra Cong leaders to Sonia: Will resign if state is split

Andhra Cong leaders to Sonia: Will resign if state is split

Rediff.com27 Jul 2013

As the Congress and United Progressive Alliance government appear to be veering towards formation of a separate Telangana state, ministers and MPs from Andhra and Rayalaseema regions met Prime Minister Manmohan Singh on Saturday opposing any division of Andhra Pradesh.

Coronavirus: Good cop, bad cop

Coronavirus: Good cop, bad cop

Rediff.com11 Apr 2020

As we get used to a long haul of isolation to curb the spread of COVID-19, the police's new avatar in many places is a far cry from that of the high-handed enforcer of law and order.

Google launches free public Wi-Fi service at five railway stations

Google launches free public Wi-Fi service at five railway stations

Rediff.com9 May 2016

With these launches, the service is now live and available to users at 15 stations across the country.