In the evolving global landscape of technology, artificial intelligence is steadily emerging as the most transformative force across industries. From healthcare to agriculture and manufacturing to education, AI is changing the way systems operate, delivering faster, smarter, and more efficient solutions. Recognizing the strategic importance of this shift, the government of Andhra Pradesh is taking strong steps to establish itself as a leading global destination for AI development and innovati

The Telangana Legislative Assembly witnessed a heated session during its budget discussions, with Chief Minister Revanth Reddy delivering a strong response to criticisms from the opposition, particularly the Bharat Rashtra Samithi (BRS). Speaking during the motion of thanks to the Governor's address, Revanth Reddy launched a scathing attack on the previous BRS government while also addressing concerns about his frequent visits to Delhi. During his speech, Revanth Reddy openly challenged B

In a major boost to Andhra Pradesh's renewable energy sector, Tata Power Renewable Energy Limited has committed to investing ₹49,000 crores in the state. This substantial investment is part of Andhra Pradesh’s ongoing efforts to attract large-scale investments under the leadership of Chief Minister N. Chandrababu Naidu. The agreement was officially signed on Friday in the presence of Nara Lokesh, the national general secretary of the Telugu Desam Party (TDP) and the Minister for I

After the Andhra Pradesh Assembly elections, the Yuvajana Sramika Rythu Congress Party (YCP) launched a campaign questioning the legitimacy of the Electronic Voting Machine (EVM) polling system. Several key YCP leaders, including Roja and Ambati Rambabu, repeatedly voiced concerns, suggesting that election results were manipulated. This narrative was an attempt to discredit the public mandate that had overwhelmingly favored the Telugu Desam Party (TDP). However, TDP remained largely indiffere

Minister for Education Nara Lokesh has extended full cooperation from the state government to Google Cloud for their ambitious Data City project in Visakhapatnam. During a meeting in New Delhi on Wednesday, Google Cloud's Managing Director Bikram Singh, Country Director (Public Sector and EdTech) Asish, and their team discussed the project with Lokesh. The Minister assured them that the Andhra Pradesh Economic Development Board (APEDB) was actively working to clear all necessary approvals

Jagan Mohan Reddy’s frequent mention of "Jagan 2.0" has sparked reactions across Andhra Pradesh, especially after his recent remarks during a meeting with party supporters. He promised that his next term as Chief Minister would introduce a "new Jagan" with a different approach. This self-reinvention seems to be a part of his ongoing effort to rebrand himself ahead of future elections, indicating that his leadership style will evolve. However, not everyone is buying i

Chandrababu Naidu, the Chief Minister of Andhra Pradesh, will embark on a significant trip to Davos on January 20 to participate in the prestigious World Economic Forum (WEF). This marks the return of a well-known tradition for the TDP chief, who has previously used the platform to attract global investments to Andhra Pradesh. The timing of this visit is especially important for Naidu, as it comes after a tumultuous five years under the leadership of his rival, Y.S. Jagan Mohan Redd

Chandrababu Naidu, the Chief Minister of Andhra Pradesh, continues to impress with his unparalleled work ethic, even at the age of 74. Despite expectations that age would slow him down, Naidu chaired a marathon 13-hour conference, which started at 9:30 AM and concluded around 10:40 PM. The conference covered a broad range of crucial topics, such as sand and liquor policies, pension program disparities, and other key governance issues. One of the notable moments during the conference

Amaravati, the new capital of Andhra Pradesh, is rapidly progressing toward becoming a major metropolis. While current developments include state government buildings and prominent educational institutions like VIT and SRM, the city is gaining significant attention from top companies across various sectors. Following the recent elections, Nara Chandrababu Naidu, the Chief Minister and key figure behind Amaravati's vision, has resumed leadership with a renewed focus on shaping th

In its ongoing efforts to reform public policies, the NDA government has now turned its focus on the education sector. Following changes in policies related to sand and liquor, the government is now preparing to revive an initiative aimed at reducing student dropouts in government junior colleges. IT and Education Minister Nara Lokesh has announced plans to reinstate a government-funded mid-day meal scheme, initially introduced by the TDP in 2018. The program was designed to encoura

Andhra Pradesh Education Minister Nara Lokesh has proposed several strategies to address the growing drug abuse problem in the state. Speaking at a meeting of the ministers' sub-committee on narcotics, Lokesh suggested that a chapter about the dangers of drug addiction should be included in the school curriculum to educate youth. He also recommended the use of drones to identify and destroy ganja plantations and the creation of anti-narcotics committees across schools, colleges,

The Telugu Desam Party (TDP), known for its strong presence among the masses in Andhra Pradesh, has achieved an extraordinary milestone with its ongoing membership drive. In less than a month, TDP has successfully enrolled 50 lakh new members, a feat that showcases the party's deep-rooted influence in the region. With Andhra Pradesh’s population in 2022 at 5.33 crore, this means 10% of the state's population is now registered as TDP members. This massive membership sur

Andhra Pradesh IT and Education Minister Nara Lokesh is proving to be a people’s leader with incident after incident. In the latest development, he quickly assisted a group of Ayyappa devotees from Goduguchinta village in Vedurukuppam Mandal, Nellore Constituency, who were struggling in Kerala. The devotees encountered difficulties during their pilgrimage to Sabarimala, facing a road accident en route and subsequently being detained by the Kerala police despite not being at fault

N. Lokesh, the IT Minister of Andhra Pradesh, took a direct shot at YS Jagan Mohan Reddy’s approach to decentralization during his speech in the state assembly. Lokesh mocked Jagan’s vision, claiming that the construction of a palatial building with an extravagant budget of Rs 500 crore hardly aligns with the concept of decentralization. He said, "Building a palace does not reflect true decentralization; it is a misuse of public funds for personal gain." Lokesh

Andhra Pradesh’s IT and Education Minister, Nara Lokesh, has announced an ambitious vision to create a distinctive "Andhra Pradesh model" of education, which he claims will surpass the existing educational frameworks of Delhi and Kerala. His reforms aim to bring revolutionary changes to the state's education system, spanning from KG to PG levels, with a focus on quality and holistic development. Lokesh emphasized that his approach would break awa

Somu Veerraju, the former chief of BJP in Andhra Pradesh, has long been associated with a perceived soft corner for YS Jagan Mohan Reddy’s leadership, which many believe contributed to his removal from the BJP's state leadership position. However, after remaining largely silent despite the NDA alliance's massive victory in Andhra Pradesh, Veerraju made a surprising public appearance recently by meeting Nara Lokesh, the son of TDP leader N. Chandrababu Naidu. In a meeti

That Andhra Pradesh state IT and education minister Nara Lokesh is gradually emerging as the heir apparent of his father and chief minister N Chandrababu Naidu is being established gradually in the TDP and also the government. The way the TDP ranks have been calling Lokesh the future chief minister of Andhra Pradesh on social media and the state government carrying his picture on the front page advertisements of the official programmes along with his father clearly indicated that Lokesh is em

Nara Lokesh, the scion of the Telugu Desam Party (TDP), is currently on an extended trip to the USA, where he is actively engaging with global tech giants to attract investments to Andhra Pradesh. One of the highlights of his visit occurred in Atlanta, where he unveiled a statue of the legendary Sr NTR, commissioned by the NRI TDP workers. The unveiling ceremony was a grand affair, marked by a unique spectacle of flower petals showered from a helicopter, adding a festive atmosphere

Nara Lokesh, the leader of the Telugu Desam Party (TDP), has been vocal about his commitment to accountability through his "Red Book" initiative, a key element of his Yuvagalam Padayatra. This initiative aimed to document the grievances of TDP cadres who faced persecution under the YSR Congress Party (YCP) regime. Lokesh had pledged that once the NDA government came to power, those responsible for tormenting TDP members would be held accountable. However, five months into

Andhra Pradesh’s IT Minister Nara Lokesh is currently on a tour of the USA, actively engaging with representatives from global companies to attract investment to the state. A key highlight of his visit was a meeting with Tesla’s CFO Vaibhav Taneja at the company's headquarters in Austin, where Lokesh encouraged the electric vehicle giant to consider Anantapur as a prime location for its EV and battery manufacturing units. Lokesh pitched Anantapur as an ideal spot for