The YSR Congress party, led by former Chief Minister YS Jagan Mohan Reddy, is grappling with a severe political crisis following significant defeats in recent assembly and parliament elections. The party, already reeling from a wave of defections and resignations, is bracing for another major setback with the anticipated resignation of Rajyasabha MP Mopidevi Venkataramana. Reports indicate that Venkataramana, a long-time loyalist to Jagan, is set to resign from YSR Congress and join the Telug

IT Minister Nara Lokesh is increasingly influential in Andhra Pradesh's NDA government, actively managing significant back-end operations. Recently, Lokesh has executed a strategic counter to Former Chief Minister Jagan Mohan Reddy’s earlier maneuvers in Eluru, delivering a notable political setback to Reddy. During Jagan's tenure, efforts were made to diminish the TDP's presence in El

YS Jagan Mohan Reddy, the former Chief Minister of Andhra Pradesh, has received approval from the CBI special court for a planned trip to the UK, scheduled to start on September 3rd. The court granted permission for the three-week visit following a petition filed by Reddy, who is currently facing trial in numerous quid-pro-quo investment cases. These cases allege that investments were made in his firms

The term “Egg puffs” has become a hot topic in Andhra Pradesh following revelations that the previous YCP government spent over Rs 3.5 crore on them for the Chief Minister’s Office. This news sparked widespread criticism of the YCP administration, with many questioning the exorbitant expenditure on such a seemingly trivial item. The controversy intensified as people criticized the government’s financial decisions and priorities. In an unexpected twist, actor

The TDP government is set to reintegrate and expand the role of volunteers previously active during the YCP administration. Chief Minister N. Chandrababu Naidu has announced a significant increase in the honorarium for these volunteers, raising it from Rs 5,000 to Rs 10,000 per month. This move aims to recognize their pivotal role and ensure their continued involvement in government activities. Under the new plan, volunteers will not only handle the distribution of pensions but will

In the 2019 Andhra Pradesh elections, Prashant Kishor and his team from IPAC played a pivotal role in securing a major victory for Jagan Mohan Reddy’s Yuvajana Sramika Rythu Congress (YCP). However, the 2024 elections saw a drastic reversal of fortunes for Reddy, with IPAC's involvement leading to a stunningly poor performance. From being the Chief Minister, Jagan Mohan Reddy was reduced to a mere MLA, with YCP securing only 11 seats compared to the anticipated 151. Despit

The recent release of Pinnelli Ramakrishna Reddy from Nellore Central jail has stirred controversy, primarily due to a social media blunder by the YCP. Pinnelli, who lost his Macherla seat this election, was previously jailed for destroying EVMs and assaulting TDP agents. Following the release, YCP's Twitter handle posted a video with the caption: “Former MLA Pinnelli Ramakrishna Reddy has came out of detention in illegal cases.” This caption, which described Pinnell

Chief Minister N. Chandrababu Naidu has demonstrated exceptional administrative skill by securing Rs 2,500 crore in dues from Telangana, a crucial recovery for Andhra Pradesh. This amount, related to foreign loans taken during the united Andhra Pradesh era, was due from Telangana as its share of the loan repayments. Following the bifurcation in 2014, Andhra Pradesh had been covering both states' loan responsibilities. Despite previous administrations under K. Chandrasekhar Rao a

YSR Congress Party chief YS Jagan Mohan Reddy held a crucial conference with his party's cadre and legal cell following a significant defeat in the recent elections. In his address, Jagan emphasized the party's youthful nature, noting that YSRCP, despite its recent challenges, is driven by young blood and fresh perspectives. He stressed the importance of adapting to the evolving political landscape and ensuring that the party learns from its recent setbacks. During the confe

The YSR Congress Party (YCP) has been vocal about alleged EVM tampering in Andhra Pradesh elections, with claims that the electoral process was compromised. YCP leaders and their social media supporters have propagated narratives suggesting that the election outcomes were influenced by manipulation of Electronic Voting Machines (EVMs). Despite the lack of concrete evidence, these claims have sparked significant controversy. Recently, rumors circulated on social media alleging that t

In a significant political move, Thalapathy Vijay, a major figure in the Tamil film industry, has officially launched the flag and symbol of his newly established party, Tamilaga Vettri Kazhagam. The unveiling event showcased a flag featuring a red and yellow color scheme with flower and elephant symbols. This marks a crucial step in Vijay's transition from cinema to politics. During the e

A catastrophic fire erupted at Escientia Advanced Sciences Private Ltd. in the Special Economic Zone at Atchutapuram, Anakapalli, Andhra Pradesh, resulting in the tragic deaths of at least 18 workers and leaving 20 others seriously injured. The blaze, reportedly triggered by a reactor explosion, has shocked the region and prompted an immediate response from the Andhra Pradesh government. Chief Minister

In a tragic incident in Anakapalli district, Andhra Pradesh, three children have died from suspected food poisoning at an orphanage. The children, identified as Joshua, a first-grader, and Bhavani and Shraddha, both in third grade, fell ill after eating samosas on Sunday. The situation escalated quickly, leading to their deaths on Monday while undergoing treatment at a hospital in Anakapalli. The outbreak of illness affected 27 inmates from the orphanage located in Kailasa town unde

In a surprising development, BRS working president KTR has declared that the Rajiv Gandhi Airport in Hyderabad will be renamed if the BRS secures another term in office. The proposed new names for the airport include PV Narasimha Rao Airport or Ravishankar Airport. This announcement has stirred significant political debate and is seen as a direct counter to the Congress government’s recent decision to place a statue of Rajiv Gandhi in front of the secretariat, a location that was initia

Andhra Pradesh Chief Minister Chandrababu Naidu is set to make a significant impact on the state's economic landscape with his upcoming visit to Sricity. During this visit, Naidu will inaugurate 15 new companies, which will bring a substantial investment of 900 crore rupees into the region. This initiative is expected to generate approximately 2,740 new jobs, offering a boost to local employment and signaling a strong commitment to economic development. The inauguration event wi

A major development in the ongoing investigation into the alleged liquor scam involving the previous YSR Congress government has come to light with the arrest of Vasudeva Reddy, the former Managing Director of the AP Beverages Corporation. This arrest by the Andhra Pradesh CID is a critical turn in uncovering the purportedly massive financial irregularities and illicit operations linked to the liquor industry in the state. The arrest of Reddy is significant given his central role in

Following significant electoral losses in Andhra Pradesh and Telangana in 2024, both the Yuvajana Sramika Rythu Congress (YCP) and Bharat Rashtra Samithi (BRS) are reevaluating their strategies. In response, BRS Working President KTR has announced a comprehensive plan to study the organizational structures and methodologies of prominent regional parties such as DMK, BJD, TDP, and YCP. KTR revealed t

In a notable administrative shift, DGP Tirumala Rao of Andhra Pradesh has mandated that 16 IPS officers report to his office every morning and log their in and out times. This move is unprecedented in its scale and scope, requiring these officers to remain within the Vijayawada and Mangalagiri jurisdictions, while adhering to strict daily reporting requirements. The directive is reportedly linked to suspicions that these officers, who were previously aligned with th

India celebrated Independence Day on the 15th of this month with traditional festivities, including the Governor of Andhra Pradesh hosting an “At Home” event at his residence. This event featured flag hoisting, a parade, and high tea, and is a customary celebration on both Independence Day and Republic Day. Despite receiving an invitation, Jagan Mohan Reddy, the leader of the Yuvajana Sramik

Nara Lokesh, Minister for Human Resources, has provided detailed explanations regarding the 'Red Book,' a record maintained by his party to document the alleged misrule and atrocities committed by the previous YCP government. According to Lokesh, the book played a crucial role in initiating action against Jogi Rajeev, son of former minister Jogi Ramesh, who is accused of fraudulent activities re