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Cabinet approves Rs 1,264 crore Ballari-Guntakal railway project linking Andhra Pradesh and Karnataka

The Union Cabinet has approved a Rs 1,264 crore railway infrastructure project to construct the third and fourth rail lines between Ballari in Karnataka and Guntakal in Andhra Pradesh. The 46-km multi-tracking project, to be completed by 2028-29, aims to boost freight capacity, improve connectivity for industrial and tourist hubs,…

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Adani Energy Solutions bags Rs 8,500 crore Andhra Pradesh transmission project

Adani Energy Solutions secured a significant power transmission project valued at approximately Rs 8,500 crore. This project will support upcoming green hydrogen and green ammonia facilities in the Visakhapatnam region. It will also bolster the grid for growing digital infrastructure investments in the area. The transmission network will expand significantly…

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School Holiday Tomorrow, July 24: Check where schools are closed amid heavy rain & protests, and which districts are on IMD alert

Student organisations have called a bandh on Friday, July 24, over the alleged NEET paper leak, which may disrupt schools and colleges in Andhra Pradesh, Telangana and Kerala. Meanwhile, the IMD has forecast heavy rain in several states. However, no state government has announced a statewide school holiday for July…

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Centre panel proposes lower GST on mango drinks with higher pulp content

An expert panel recommends mango beverages contain 22-25 percent natural pulp. This move aims to revive Totapuri mango pulp demand and farm-gate prices. Products meeting this threshold will retain a concessional five percent Goods and Services Tax. The committee also proposed price stabilization and orchard rejuvenation measures. These changes seek…

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Carpenter's daughter from Andhra govt school selected for world's first all-girls lunar mission

A 14-year-old student from Andhra Pradesh joins an international all-girls lunar mission. She will undergo training in New Delhi for satellite design and development. This program received thousands of registrations from girls worldwide. Jessie overcame challenges and improved her English for the selection process. She aims to join ISRO and…

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UAE eyes deeper technology, connectivity partnership with Andhra Pradesh to boost investment

The United Arab Emirates aims to strengthen ties with Andhra Pradesh. Technology collaboration, especially in artificial intelligence, is a key focus area. Improved air connectivity will facilitate business and tourism between the two regions. Several UAE companies are exploring investment opportunities in food processing sectors. Andhra Pradesh's role in UAE…

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Andhra implements Rs 20,884-cr irrigation works to strengthen Rayalaseema's water security: CM

Andhra Pradesh is investing Rs 20,884 crore in irrigation projects across Rayalaseema. These initiatives aim to enhance water security and modernise existing irrigation infrastructure. The Handri-Neeva Sujala Sravanthi project is a central focus, carrying Krishna waters to tail-end areas. Works are also progressing on Galeru-Nagari and Telugu Ganga projects for…

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Why the Indian Pangolin Tops Global Wildlife Trafficking and What Conservation Efforts Are Changing

The Animal That Curls Into a Ball and Cannot RunThe Indian pangolin's primary defence is to roll into a tight armoured ball. Against a leopard, this works. Against a poacher with a sack, it is a gift. The animal does not bite, does not flee at speed, and emits no…

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Olive Ridley Turtles Return to Odisha's Coast in Millions, and the Arribada Is Fragile

The Night the Beach Disappears Under TurtlesAt Gahirmatha Marine Sanctuary on Odisha's northern coast, rangers have counted over 600,000 Olive Ridley turtles nesting in a single arribada, a Spanish word adopted by biologists for this mass synchronised nesting that has no equivalent in any other reptile species. The females arrive…

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Andhra govt to roll out 500 'Thalli-Bidda Express' vehicles for mothers, newborns

Andhra Pradesh will soon deploy 500 new Thalli-Bidda Express vehicles for free transport. These vehicles will benefit approximately 2.75 lakh women annually across the state. Postnatal mothers and newborns will receive free rides from government hospitals to their homes. High-risk pregnant women will also be transported for essential medical examinations.…

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Weather Today, July 20: Heavy Rain expected for Assam, Maharashtra, Rajasthan, West Bengal, Odisha, Kerala; active showers likely in Delhi-NCR

Weather today, July 20: Heavy rainfall is expected across many Indian regions today. The monsoon continues to bring showers and thunderstorms to various states. Several states are on alert for potential flooding and landslides due to heavy rains. Light to moderate showers are predicted for Delhi-NCR and other northern areas.…

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Why Buying Handloom Fabric in India Is a Political Act, Not Just a Fashion Choice

The cloth that embarrassed an empireIn 1921, Gandhi asked Indians to burn imported British mill cloth in public bonfires. This was not symbolism. It was a calculated economic strike: Lancashire's textile mills depended on Indian cotton exported cheaply, processed in England, and sold back to Indians at a profit. The…

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NMC MBBS Seat Matrix 2026 Released: Check state-wise government and private medical college seats

NMC MBBS Seat Matrix 2026: The National Medical Commission has published the 2026 MBBS seat matrix for aspiring doctors. This year offers 1,36,939 MBBS seats, a significant increase from last year. Private medical colleges contributed the majority of these newly added seats. Twenty-five new medical colleges have also entered the…

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Andhra Pradesh Weather Today July 18: Will it rain in Vijayawada, Visakhapatnam and other cities

Andhra Rain Alert Today: Andhra Pradesh faces scattered showers and humid heat this week. Vijayawada expects rain chances to rise significantly by Monday. Visakhapatnam's wettest day is forecast for Sunday with higher probabilities. Rayalaseema region remains drier and hotter with limited rainfall chances. The state's monsoon season shows a substantial…

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Covid rising in India again? 12 cases, 4 deaths reported in AP: How an unlinked spike is puzzling officials

Covid Cases in AP? Twelve COVID-19 cases and four deaths were reported in Andhra Pradesh recently. These infections appeared across four districts without a clear outbreak zone. Officials have sent five samples for variant identification to Pune's National Institute of Virology. Most deceased individuals had pre-existing serious health conditions before…

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Telangana, Andhra Pradesh Weather today, July 17: Rain likely in several districts; check IMD forecast

Light to moderate rainfall and thunderstorms are forecast for Telangana and Andhra Pradesh. Strong surface winds up to 50 kmph are also expected in several districts. Hyderabad, Visakhapatnam, and Warangal will see cloudy skies with rain on Friday. Authorities advise residents to monitor updates and avoid unnecessary travel during adverse…

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Weather updates today, July 16: IMD forecasts heavy to very heavy rain in east and northeast India; check state-wise forecast

Widespread rainfall is forecast across India on Thursday. Heavy to very heavy rain is expected over east and northeast regions. Thunderstorms with lightning and gusty winds will affect multiple states. Hot and humid conditions will persist over parts of north and south India. People in alert areas should remain cautious…

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Weather tomorrow, July 16: IMD warns of heavy rain in Odisha, Bihar, West Bengal, Uttarakhand and Northeast; Delhi to stay cloudy with light rain, orange alert for Shimla

Weather tomorrow, July 16: The India Meteorological Department issued warnings for heavy to very heavy rainfall across several Indian states. Odisha faces a red warning due to a low-pressure area forming over the Bay of Bengal. Heavy rainfall is also likely in Himachal Pradesh and Shimla, as per IMD. Delhi-NCR…

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OPS vs CPS: Andhra Pradesh allows one-time switch to Old Pension Scheme for eligible employees; check who qualifies

Andhra Pradesh offers a one-time option to switch to the Old Pension Scheme. This applies to employees recruited before September 1, 2004, who joined later. They must meet specific conditions to avail this benefit. This decision aligns with a similar move by the central government in March 2023. Employees not…

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South Central 83: Raavan arrests and policing dissent in Andhra Pradesh

Are states like Andhra Pradesh using criminal law to punish criticism? This week, South Central dives into the repeated targeting of YouTuber Raavan, who has been arrested five times over speeches critical of the Andhra Pradesh government, including one containing a controversial remark about Deputy Chief Minister Pawan Kalyan.

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Survivor recounts horror of Vietnam boat mishap as bodies arrive in Chennai; tributes paid to deceased

Mortal remains of Indian tourists killed in Vietnam arrived in Chennai. A survivor shared harrowing details of the tragic boat capsize incident. The deceased included tourists from Tamil Nadu, Andhra Pradesh, and Kerala. Authorities and officials provided support and facilitated the repatriation process. Families received the bodies amidst sombre tributes…

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Son denies share of ancestral property to 6 half sisters; Andhra Pradesh HC give relief to the sisters and orders property partition

Six half-sisters have won their rightful share in ancestral properties. The Andhra Pradesh High Court rejected their half-brother's claims to exclude them. Their father had fraudulently obtained a relinquishment deed from their grandfather. The court ruled that the father could only relinquish his own share. This judgment confirms the daughters'…

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Vietnam boat tragedy: Survivors blame lack of timely medical aid for lost lives

Survivors of a Vietnam tourist boat tragedy expressed outrage over inadequate medical preparedness. They performed CPR themselves as trained personnel were absent from the accident site. Fifteen Indian tourists died and twenty-one others were rescued from the capsized vessel. Survivors lamented the lack of doctors and emergency facilities on the…

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Bodies of 15 Indians killed in Vietnam boat accident to be repatriated on Monday

The mortal remains of fifteen Indian tourists killed in Vietnam will be repatriated today. These victims perished after their boat capsized near Phu Quoc Island on Friday. Ten victims hailed from Tamil Nadu, three from Andhra Pradesh, and two from Kerala. Sixteen other individuals were rescued and have since returned…

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'Government support is good': Vietnam boat tragedy survivors from Andhra Pradesh arrive safely in Hyderabad

Survivors from Andhra Pradesh returned to Hyderabad after a tragic Vietnam boat accident. The vessel overturned in rough seas, resulting in the unfortunate loss of fifteen lives. Thirty-four people were on the boat when the incident tragically occurred. Survivors expressed appreciation for the government's ongoing support and assistance. The company-sponsored…

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