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Tharoor tears into 'ill thought-out' disaster management bill in LS
URGING the Centre to withdraw the Disaster Management (Amendment) Bill 2024, Congress MP Shashi Tharoor on Wednesday said that it would bring greater centralisation of power in the hands of the Centre.
26/11 attacker among 65 of 178 wanted fugitives taking shelter in US: Govt
EVERY third fugitive wanted by Indian agencies is taking shelter in the United States, making it a safe haven for criminals and terrorists, the Union ministry of home affairs (MHA) has told the Lok Sabha.
India cuts malaria burden by 69% in 6 yrs: WHO
Declining numbers
Rlys bill okayed, Vaishnaw says won't lead to privatisation
THE Lok Sabha on Wednesday passed a bill to amend Railway laws with the Centre insisting that it will not lead to the national carrier's privatisation.
PAWN TO QUEEN: A CALL TO EMPOWER ASHA WORKERS
HE ASHA or accredited social health activist programme in India is one of the most celebrated community health worker schemes in the world.
THE SPECTRE OF FUNDAMENTALISM RISES OVER SYRIA
The Assad family held together Syria's disparate communities with a secular government. That body politic will fray. India needs to keep an eye on the possibility of growing radicalisation
Compendium of Subramania Bharati's works out
PRIME Minister Narendra Modi on Wednesday released a compendium of complete works of poet Subramania Bharati, running into 23 volumes, at a function held in New Delhi.
Compendium of Subramania Bharati's works out
PRIME Minister Narendra Modi on Wednesday released a compendium of complete works of poet Subramania Bharati, running into 23 volumes, at a function held in New Delhi.
Finance panel chief inspects glass bridge works in TN
The work on the construction of the glass bridge connecting the Thiruvalluvar Statue and Vivekananda Rock Memorial was inspected by 16th Finance Commission Chairman Aravind Panagariya, in Kanniyakumari on Wednesday.
Why viruses from bats cause diseases in humans?
A study by the Indian Institute of Science (IISc) has revealed why viruses like SARS-CoV-2, which originate in bats, cause severe disease in humans but not in bats.
K'taka bids tearful adieu to former CM Krishna
THE mortal remains of former Chief Minister SM Krishna were consigned to flames with full state honours at his native village of Somanahalli near Maddur in Mandya district on Wednesday evening.
Mohan Babu booked for attacking TV reporter
THE Pahadishareef police have registered a case under Section 118 (1) of BNS (causing hurt using dangerous weapons or substances) against veteran actor Manchu Mohan Babu for hitting a journalist with a TV mic on Tuesday night.
School trip turns tragic as 4 girls meet watery grave at Murdeshwar Beach
IN a tragic incident, four 15-year-old girl students were washed away at Murdeshwar Beach in Uttara Kannada district on Tuesday evening.
Woman's death: Actor Allu Arjun seeks T'gana High Court's stay order on arrest
ACTOR Allu Arjun has filed a petition in the Telangana High Court seeking stay on all further proceedings, including his arrest, in connection with FIR No 376 registered by the Chikkadpally police following the death of 39-year-old M Revathi at the Sandhya Theatre during the screening of the premiere Pushpa-2: The Rule.
Enforce helmet rule strictly to prevent deaths in mishaps: HC
THE Andhra Pradesh High Court said a total of 667 deaths happened from June to September 2024 in the State as victims did not wear helmets.
People vexed with NDA govt: Jagan
YSRCP chief YS Jagan Mohan Reddy reiterated that people have been vexed with the TDP-led NDA government in just six months as it has failed on all fronts.
I&PR Director: New mechanism to address people's issues soon
DIRECTOR of Information and Public Relations Department Himanshu Shukla has said the issues and problems that touch upon the people should not be ignored.
BJP seeks probe into fiscal scams in Jagan's regime
BJP floor leader Penmetsa Vishnu Kumar Raju criticised the YSRCP government headed by YS Jagan Mohan Reddy, calling for a special ministry to investigate the alleged financial scams in the last five years.
Anagani describes Lokesh as brand ambassador for Andhra
MINISTER for Revenue Anagani Satya Prasad has described Minister for HRD and IT Nara Lokesh as a brand ambassador for Andhra Pradesh.
Tech giant Google logs in to Vizag
Signs MoU with AP govt to set up AI data center; CM envisions rapid growth of Port City
Dy CM hits out at Collectors, asks them to be driving force
\"THE previous government had shaken the foundation of democracy with its deeds in the past five years.
Heavy rains likely in South Coastal AP & R'seema today
HEAVY rains are expected in isolated parts of south coastal Andhra Pradesh and Rayalaseema on Thursday due to a low-pressure area over the Bay of Bengal, according to the India Meteorological Department (IMD).
Exam schedule for Class X & Inter out
IT and HRD Minister Nara Lokesh released the schedule for Class X and Intermediate examinations on Wednesday on social media platform X.
PDS rice samples yet to be analysed
PDS rice samples collected from the Stella L Panama ship have not been tested yet, leaving the vessel anchored at Kakinada deep water port since November 11 due to unresolved legal issues over the alleged illegal exports.
AP tourism forum suggests reforms to boost growth of sector
THE Andhra Pradesh Tourism Forum (APTF) and Travel and Tourism Association of Andhra Pradesh (TTAA) have proposed a series of recommendations to enhance the State's tourism policy, citing the need for reduced entry costs and streamlined processes to attract investments and support entrepreneurs.
Bixa Orellana cultivation silently blooms in ASR dist
As many as 400 farmers cultivating rare flower in 1,240 acres
Breathing balconies & firewalls mandatory for high-rise buildings
DIRECTOR General of the Disaster Response and Fire Services Department of Andhra Pradesh, Pratap Madireddy, announced that \"breathing balconies\" and fire walls will now be mandatory for all high-rise and commercial buildings across the State.
Central Park's fountain to be operational soon
VISAKHAPATNAM Metropolitan Region Development Authority (VMRDA) Chairperson MV Pranav Gopal said the musical fountain at Visakhapatnam Central Park will soon be fully operational.
VPA grants concession to Integrated Cargo Private Terminal for 30 years
VISAKHAPATNAM Port Authority (VPA) has granted a 30-year concession to Integrated Cargo Terminal Private Limited, a subsidiary of Orissa Stevedores Limited, for upgrading the West Quay-6 (WQ-6) terminal.
World recognises India's strength in its youth, their innovative spirit: PM
THE 7th edition of the Smart India Hackathon (SIH) kicked off on Wednesday, with Prime Minister Narendra Modi addressing participants via a virtual interaction.