The Central Administrative Tribunal (CAT) has upheld the Department of Personnel and Training's (DoPT) directive for four IAS officers—Ronald Rose, Vani Prasad, Amrapali Kata, and Karuna Vakati—to transition from their positions in Telangana to the Andhra Pradesh government. Among these officers, Amrapali Kata, currently serving as the Commissioner of the Greater Hyderabad Municipal Corporation (GHMC), is making a significant move back to AP after a short tenure. In

In a historic move, Chief Minister Chandrababu Naidu has embarked on his fourth term with a robust agenda for Andhra Pradesh. The recent approval of six transformative policies aims to establish the state as a leading industrial hub in India, focusing on job creation and entrepreneurship. The policies are: AP Industrial Development Policy 4.0 (AP IDP 4.0) AP MSME & Entrepreneur Development Policy 4.0 (AP MEDP 4.0)

In a recent visit to the Vijaya Dairy office in Nandyal, Kurnool district, TDP general secretary and Allagadda MLA Bhuma Akhila Priya made headlines by demanding the removal of former Chief Minister YS Jagan Mohan Reddy's portrait from the premises. During her visit, she insisted that the portrait be replaced with that of the current Chief Minister, N. Chandrababu Naidu, citing a failure to follow protocol following the change in government. The chairman of Vijaya Dairy was abse

In a historic shift for the Ashes series, Perth will host the first Test of the 2025-26 Ashes, ending Brisbane's nearly 40-year tradition of kicking off the Australia-England rivalry. The first Test is set to take place at Perth Stadium from November 21-25, 2025. This will be the inaugural Ashes Test at the new venue, which replaced the old WACA ground, last utilized in 2017. Following the Perth Test, the second match will be a day-night affair at Brisbane's Gabba, scheduled

In a significant move to enhance representation for the Jammu region, Chief Minister Omar Abdullah appointed Surender Choudhary as the Deputy Chief Minister of Jammu and Kashmir. Abdullah emphasized the need for inclusivity in governance, stating, "Our endeavour will be to take everyone along." Choudhary, known for his political journey and as a former member of both the PDP and BJP, recently made headlines by defeating BJP's J-K president Ravinder Raina in Nowshera by a margin

As of October 16, the long-anticipated liquor policy of the NDA government in Andhra Pradesh has officially launched, marking a significant shift in how liquor is sold in the state. Under this new policy, all liquor shops have been privatized, ensuring that only quality liquor will be sold, alongside the introduction of digital payment options, replacing the cash-only system that was prevalent under the previous YCP government. In an impressive start, new license holders have contri

An Air India direct flight from New Delhi to Chicago was diverted to Iqaluit Airport in Canada today due to a hoax bomb threat posted online. This incident is part of a troubling trend, as six flights have been grounded in just 48 hours after receiving similar threats. Today, in addition to the Air India flight AI127, which was en route from Delhi to Chicago, other flights including a Dammam-Lucknow IndiGo flight and an Ayodhya-Bengaluru Air India Express were also grounded due to s

5 Fun and Cute Animal-Themed Sandwiches to Make with Kids Owl Sandwich Ingredients: Bread, cheese (or boiled potatoes), tomato, carrots, pumpkin seeds. Instructions: Toast two slices of bread and stack them. Add your favorite filling. For the owl face, use circular slices of cheese or boiled potatoes for the eyes and place pumpkin seeds on top. Slice a tomat

IT Minister Nara Lokesh is making headlines with his proactive approach to attracting investments and driving governance in Andhra Pradesh. In a recent interview with a national media outlet, he discussed his ambitious goals and the current political landscape, particularly in the context of the NDA government’s first 100 days. Lokesh revealed his commitment to Prime Minister Modi, stating, “I promised to deliver 22 seats to NDA from AP but I was off by 1 seat as we won

In a surprising move that has caught the attention of political observers, Vijayasai Reddy, a prominent figure in the YSR Congress and considered the party's No. 2, extended heartfelt birthday wishes to TDP MP Magunta Sreenivasulu Reddy. Reddy's message read, “Warm birthday greetings to Shri Magunta Sreenivasulu Reddy Garu, Senior parliamentarian & Lok Sabha MP from Ongole, Andhra Pradesh. Wishing you good health, happiness, and continued success.” This gestu

Andhra Pradesh's road infrastructure has long been a point of contention, particularly during YS Jagan's administration, which faced widespread criticism for neglecting the state’s deteriorating road conditions. Despite public outcry and even criticism from visiting celebrities, Jagan and his ministers defended their record, leaving citizens frustrated with unsafe and poorly maintained roadways. This neglect contributed to a significant backlash in the 2024 general elections, wh

The Andhra Pradesh government is making significant strides in attracting investments, evidenced by the recent arrival of major players like TCS and Lulu Mall. In a notable announcement, IT Minister Nara Lokesh discussed the state's investment opportunities and hinted at the possibility of a Tesla manufacturing plant setting up operations in Andhra Pradesh. In an interview with a national media outlet, Lokesh mentioned, “There could be an update on the Tesla plant as and w

The Andhra Pradesh government's recent call for tenders for new liquor outlet licenses has led to a significant surge in applications, with nearly 90,000 non-refundable applications received as of October 13. The lottery process to select the winning bids took place on October 14, marking a pivotal moment in the implementation of this new policy. From the 90,000 applications alone, the government has already raised ₹1,800 crore, with each application costing ₹2 lakh. The win

The ongoing Tirumala laddu fiasco continues to evolve, prompting legal actions and public scrutiny. Following the Supreme Court's decision to initiate a CBI-led investigation into the matter, a new development has emerged with a case filed against Andhra Pradesh Deputy CM Pawan Kalyan in the Hyderabad City Civil Court. The petitioner alleges that Pawan Kalyan made inappropriate comments regarding the Tirumala laddu, specifically claiming that animal fat was mixed into the famous

Ahead of India's three-match Test series against New Zealand, former wicketkeeper-batter Parthiv Patel expressed strong confidence in the Rohit Sharma-led side's ability to triumph over any opponent in the longest format of the game. Since New Zealand defeated India in the 2021 World Test Championship final, India has rebounded impressively, reaching another final in 2023 and currently holding the top rank in Test cricket. The team is also coming off a dominant 2-0 series win over Ban

In a recent public meeting, Andhra Pradesh's Deputy Chief Minister Pawan Kalyan expressed his admiration for Chief Minister Chandrababu Naidu, calling him a significant source of inspiration in his political journey. Pawan Kalyan commended Naidu for his relentless work towards the welfare and development of the state, even at an advanced age. During his address, Pawan remarked on Naidu’s exceptional administrative capabilities, stating, “Chandrababu garu’s admi

In a concerning incident in Tamil Nadu's Tiruvallur district, the 12578 Mysore-Darbhanga Express collided with a stationary goods rake at Kavaraipettai around 8:50 PM. The collision resulted in at least two coaches of the passenger train catching fire and derailing. Immediate Response: Emergency rescue teams and ambulances have been swiftly dispatched to the scene to assist passengers and assess the situation. Fortunately, there have been no reports of casualtie

Astronomers have made a groundbreaking discovery involving a massive black hole that is currently disrupting two celestial objects, one of which is a star. Utilizing NASA's observatories, including Chandra, NICER, and Hubble, alongside India’s AstroSat, researchers have gained new insights into the behavior of stellar debris surrounding supermassive black holes. In 2019, astronomers observed a star that ventured too close to a supermassive black hole, resulting in a tidal

Australia is set to face Pakistan in a crucial Group A match at the Women's T20 World Cup 2024 in Dubai. The defending champions are riding high after a commanding 60-run victory over New Zealand in their previous encounter. Conversely, Pakistan comes into this match looking to bounce back after suffering a disappointing six-wicket defeat against arch-rivals India. For Pakistan, this match is vital as they aim to secure a significant win against Australia to keep their hopes of

In a shocking turn of events, the Pakistan cricket team scored a formidable 556 runs in their first innings during the Multan Test, only to suffer a crushing defeat by an innings and 47 runs against England. The visitors responded with a staggering 823/7 before declaring, marking a record-breaking innings in Test cricket history. This defeat made Pakistan the first team ever to lose a Test match by an innings after scoring over 500 runs in the first innings. The match was characteri