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No allocation of portfolios amid Maha knot over home

Fadnavis launches dept site indicating he wants to keep the ministry

Oppn turns heat on govt over Shah remarks, seeks apology

AS the political row over Home Minister Amit Shah's remarks on BR Ambedkar escalated on Wednesday, the Opposition parties demanded the minister's resignation.

Robust framework in place to counter drug trafficking: Govt

THE Centre on Wednesday informed the Rajya Sabha that it has been taking measures jointly with state governments to strengthen the Narcotics Control Bureau (NCB) and other enforcement agencies to ensure effective implementation of the anti-drug law to curb trafficking of the banned substances across India's borders with other countries.

Priyanka in 31-member JPC on 'One Poll'

The government on Wednesday set up a 31-member parliamentary panel that will scrutinise the two bills proposing simultaneous Lok Sabha and assembly polls.

Some retired HC judges drawing 'pitiable' pension of ₹10-15K per month: SC

The Supreme Court on Wednesday said it was \"pitiable\" that some retired high court judges were getting pensions ranging between ₹10,000 and ₹15,000.

NIA conducts raids in 17 places across 4 states in Muzaffarpur arms haul case

THE anti-terror federal probe agency NIA on Wednesday conducted raids at 17 locations, including 12 in Bihar, in connection with its investigation into a case linked to the recovery of AK-47 assault rifle and ammunition in Muzaffarpur in May this year, officials said.

THE PETROV DILEMMA & AI

N 1983, the Soviet Union's Oko early-warning system issued a critical alert, signaling an imminent nuclear strike from the US.

THE NEED FOR A JUDICIAL CODE OF CONDUCT

The latest case of a judge crossing lines of propriety is part of an alarming trend. With its 1997 code on judicial values breached, the Supreme Court needs to frame new rules

Bhu Bharati Bill to replace Dharani portal in TG

Congress introduces the Bill, aiming to reform land records management and to address shortcomings of existing law

KTR asks Revanth to discuss Formula-E race case in Assembly

BRS working president KT Rama Rao reiterated that there were no irregularities or corruption in the Formula-E race conducted in Hyderabad.

RTI activist alleges bribe to withdraw MUDA case

RTI activist Snehamayi Krishna filed a complaint with the Lokayukta police, alleging attempts to pressure and bribe him into withdrawing his case over irregularities in the Mysuru Urban Development Authority (MUDA) site allotment.

No injustice to TG students in PG med seats, asserts Minister

ASSURING parents that the State government would always protect the interests of students from Telangana, Health Minister C Damodar Rajanarasimha made it clear that court orders on Government Orders (GO) 158 and 149 would be thoroughly studied and steps taken to ensure eligible local candidates get PG medical seats.

From gold mines to wind power, Ramagiri stands a witness to fluctuating fortunes

RAMAGIRI mandal of the erstwhile Anantapur district was once a thriving hub of opportunity. Known initially for its gold mines and later as a pioneer of wind energy in the region, the small town has experienced both, the highs of innovation and the lows of industrial collapse.

AP seeks ₹70,000 cr from Centre under Jal Mission

Dy CM blames YSRCP regime for tardy implementation of JMM

Guntur, Krishna and WG identified as high-risk flood zones in State

GUNTUR, Krishna and West Godavari districts in Andhra Pradesh have been identified as high-risk flood-prone areas, according to a recent report titled 'District-level Climate Risk Assessment for India: Mapping Flood and Drought Risks Using the IPCC Framework'.

Investment Tracker to monitor setting up of units

CHIEF Secretary Neerabh Kumar Prasad revealed that efforts are being made to ensure the timely establishment of industries in the State through continuous monitoring via a digital platform called Investment Tracker.

Heavy rainfall likely in parts of State for next two days, officials on alert

THE India Meteorological Department (IMD) has issued an orange alert for Nellore, Tirupati, Kakinada, Anakapalli, and Visakhapatnam, indicating the likelihood of heavy to very heavy rainfall on Thursday.

5 ACCUSED GET BAIL IN PARITALA MURDER CASE AFTER 18 YEARS

THE AP High Court on Wednesday granted conditional bail to five accused in the sensational Paritala Ravindra murder case.

Lakshminarayana wins Sahitya Akademi Award for literary work 'Deepika'

GUNTUR-based writer and advocate Penugonda Lakshminarayana has been named the winner of the Sahitya Akademi Award 2024 (Telugu) for his literary criticism work Deepika, a compilation of 36 progressive essays.

Chittoor police bag best crime detection award

CHITTOOR received the prestigious ABCD (Award for Best Crime Detection), presented by the Andhra Pradesh State Police Department for the exemplary crime investigation efforts and techniques, on Wednesday.

Indian Navy commissions INS Nirdeshak

Primary role of vessel is to conduct hydrographic surveys for production of nautical charts & serve as hospital ship

APSRTC to expand electric bus fleet to cut operational cost

ANDHRA Pradesh State Road Transport Corporation (APSRTC) Chairman Konakalla Narayana announced plans to introduce more battery-operated buses to reduce vehicular pollution and cut operational costs.

SC panel to investigate Dalit youth's torture in R'varam

FORMER MP Margani Bharatram announced that members of the National SC Commission will visit East Godavari district to investigate allegations of police brutality against a Dalit youth, Puli Sagar, at a city police station.

Four arrested, copper wire worth ₹6.3 lakh seized

IN a major breakthrough, the Eluru police apprehended a gang involved in stealing copper wires from electrical transformers in Jangareddygudem.

Plan to create 20L jobs in 5 years in Konaseema

KONASEEMA incharge minister Kinjarapu Atchannaidu set a target of generating 20 lakh jobs within five years for the district.

Over ₹1,500 crore for Godavari Pushkarams

Minister directs officials to prepare plans for fete well in advance; power plants to come up in R'varam & Kakinada

Kakinada excels in curbing sex determination

TIRUPATI district has emerged as a frontrunner in implementing the ban on prenatal sex determination, achieving 90% of its target, followed by YSR Kadapa and Kakinada districts at 89% and 88%, respectively.

Ashwin's big spin: Goodbye to international cricket

INTRIGUE and suspense, the moments leading up to the revelation seemed like an episode right out of the pages of mystery books. It all started as murmurs as if something unexpected was going to happen.

'Good Governance Week' in Eluru district from today

ELURU Collector K Vetri Selvi announced that Good Governance Week celebrations will be held from December 19 to 24 as part of the nationwide campaign 'Prashasan Gaon Ki Ore', aimed at addressing public grievances and improving service delivery in the district.

Border talks back on track as Doval meets Wang in Beijing

IN what is seen as a major step towards normalization of India-China ties, National Security Advisor Ajit Doval and Chinese Foreign Minister Wang Yi held \"substantive discussions\" during the Special Representatives dialogue in Beijing on Wednesday.