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

A 75-year-old retired ship captain from Colaba, Mumbai, fell victim to a sophisticated cyber fraud, losing approximately ₹11.16 crore between August and November 2024. The scam began on August 19 when the victim was added to a WhatsApp group named after a reputable financial services company. The group administrator, identifying herself as Anya Smith, shared investment strategies and stock market opportunities, convincing the victim of the group's legitimacy. Expressing intere

As of October 2024, the Union government's fiscal deficit for the financial year 2024-25 stands at 46.5% of the total budgetary target, amounting to Rs 7.5 lakh crore. This is in line with the government's fiscal consolidation strategy, which aims to bring down the fiscal deficit to 4.9% of GDP for the year, an improvement from the previous fiscal year's target of 5.6%. The fiscal deficit gap, which represents the difference between government expenditure and revenue, is

Norwegian diplomat and former UN Environment Programme Executive Director Erik Solheim has strongly criticized the US government's recent report regarding the Adani Group, calling it a case of "American overreach." The report alleges that certain individuals linked to the Adani Group discussed bribes to secure solar energy contracts in India, but Solheim pointed out that the allegations lack evidence of actual bribe payments or involvement from the Adani Group’s top leader

On the 75th anniversary of the adoption of India's Constitution, Prime Minister Narendra Modi reaffirmed his commitment to performing his duties within the Constitution's framework. In his speech at the Supreme Court during Constitution Day celebrations, he clarified that his actions have always aligned with constitutional provisions without overstepping boundaries. Modi addressed opposition claims that efforts were underway to undermine the Constitution and asserted that his governme

Deputy Chief Minister of Andhra Pradesh, Pawan Kalyan, who is also overseeing the Panchayat Raj and Forestry Departments, has raised concerns over the whereabouts of two luxury BMW cars that were seized during a sandalwood trafficking bust. The vehicles were confiscated during the TDP government's tenure (2014-2019) following a major sandalwood smuggling operation. After their seizure, the high-end BMW cars were allocated to officers within the Forestry Department—one to the Special

The government of Andhra Pradesh, under the leadership of the NDA camp, is addressing pressing issues left by the previous administration, including the growing loan app culture. These loan apps are increasingly becoming a threat to the public, with many individuals falling victim to their deceptive practices. In a significant statement in the Assembly, Home Minister Anitha spoke out about the severe consequences of loan apps, which initially attract users by offering easy loans wit

The tyrant rule of YCP is far gone but the repercussions of the same are still very much persistent in the social fabric. Proving this point right, a Vijayawada TDP leader committed suicide after being put through hell by certain men from the YCP ecosystem. Going into the story, Karampudi Ravindra is a native of Vijayawada and he is reportedly active in TDP. However, his life went to hell when he was targeted by a group of YCP leaders over unpaid dues. Reportedly, Ravindra had R

Gannavaram’s ex-MLA Vallabhaneni Vamsi, who made headlines for his controversial switch from TDP to YSR Congress, is now facing scrutiny from the AP government over allegations of irregularities in gravel mining activities. Vamsi, who once held significant political power in the region, now finds himself at the center of a potential investigation that could have serious consequences. The government has initiated vigilance on Vamsi and has indicated that a CID investigation may be

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The serious comments made by Jana Sena Party president and Andhra Pradesh deputy chief minister Pawan Kalyan against the lackadaisical attitude of the police and their alleged soft stand towards YSR Congress party activists seem to have stirred up action within the Naidu government. Hours after Kalyan's remarks, the government took strict action against Kadapa superintendent of police Harshavardhan Raju for being lenient towards a YSRCP activist involved in abusive social media postings a

YSR Congress Party has accused the coalition government in Andhra Pradesh of using the police to intimidate and harass social media activists in an attempt to silence dissenting voices. The opposition party has vowed to fight back against these tactics and continue to question the actions of the ruling coalition. YSRCP Legal Cell President V. Manohar Reddy stated that they will not hesitate to file private complaints against those responsible for the illegal arrests of the party's social

On November 11th, Chief Minister Chandrababu Naidu's NDA government will present its first budget in Andhra Pradesh. Amid political tensions, the session will address the state’s financial allocations after a vote-on-account. Will the YSR Congress participate? Detailed Description Five months after securing a decisive mandate, the NDA government in Andhra Pradesh, led by Chief Minister Chandrababu Naidu, is poised to introduce its first full budget on November

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 powerful display of solidarity, 50 senior faculty members at RG Kar Medical College and Hospital in Kolkata have resigned in support of protesting junior doctors. This unprecedented action comes in the wake of a tragic incident involving the rape and murder of a trainee doctor, which has ignited widespread outrage and demands for reform within the healthcare system. Visuals shared on social media captured the moment when students erupted in applause as the senior doctors submit

Elon Musk publicly criticized the UK government after reports surfaced that he had not been invited to an upcoming investment summit. Musk took to X (formerly Twitter) to express his discontent, stating that the UK is releasing convicted pedophiles while imprisoning individuals for their social media comments. This response comes amid ongoing tensions in Britain following violent anti-immigration riots, where far-right groups targeted asylum seeker accommodations and mosques. The La

Amid escalating controversy surrounding the alleged use of animal fat in the ghee used for preparing laddus at the Tirupati temple, the Karnataka government has issued a directive mandating that all 34,000 temples under its management exclusively use Nandini brand ghee. This decision aims to maintain the sanctity and quality of temple rituals, including the preparation of prasada and the lighting of lamps. The controversy erupted earlier this week when Andhra Pradesh Chief Minister

Amid growing concerns about the potential shutdown of Rashtriya Ispat Nigam Limited’s Vishakapatnam Steel Plant, the central government has intervened with crucial financial assistance aimed at reviving operations. Speculations had intensified after the closure of Blast Furnace BF-3, Annapurna, which sparked outrage among employees. The situation is dire, with only one of the three furnaces, Krishna, currently operational, and its available cooking coal expected to last only a few more

A significant controversy has erupted after it was revealed that during the YCP's rule, the famous laddus from Tirumala were made using ghee that contained fish oil, pork fat, and beef fat. This revelation has caused widespread outrage among Hindus across the globe, leading to strong condemnation of Chief Minister YS Jagan Mohan Reddy's government for what many consider an unforgivable act. In response to the situation, Andhra Pradesh’s Deputy Chief Minister Pawan Kaly

Introduction to the Proposal: The concept of 'One Nation One Election' has garnered significant attention under the NDA government. Prime Minister Narendra Modi has previously noted that frequent elections impact economic development negatively. Building on this, Union Minister Amit Shah has confirmed the government's intention to implement this reform by the end of their third term, potentially starting in 2029. Detai