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Rash driving claims 983 lives this year in U'khand: Data

UTTARAKHAND has recorded 983 fatalities attributed to rash driving and speeding in 2024.

West Himalayas Record Sharp Rise in Wildfires in a Year

FOREST fires in the Western Himalaya region increased manifold during the wildfire season (November to June) this year, compared to a year ago.

Dr Singh's ashes immersed in Yamuna; row intensifies

THE ashes of former Prime Minister Manmohan Singh were immersed in the Yamuna river near the Majnu ka Tila Gurdwara on Sunday by his family members as per the Sikh rituals.

More patients with vertigo turning to social media for advice, says study

PEOPLE suffering from vertigo in India are increasingly turning to social media to seek information and even treatment and support, a latest study has found.

Constitution Stood Test of Time: PM

During Mann Ki Baat, Modi Announces Launch of Special Website 'constitution75.com'

Ending China Standoff High Point in '24: Foreign Policy, Bangla Poses a Challenge

IN a year marked by geopolitical tensions, India and China ended an over four-and-a-half-year border standoff and announced steps to reduce mistrust even as New Delhi faced fresh challenges after deposed Bangladesh PM Sheikh Hasina fled the country in the face of a mass movement against her rule.

Defence focus in '25: Integrated theatre commands, big-ticket procurements

THE country's defence is at the cusp of a major overhaul, with preparations going on to not only make major organisational changes but also tweak policy for procurement to scale up capabilities.

Leaving Baggage Behind in 2024

Happy New Year, dear readers.

Urban Greenery: Answer To Curb Air Pollution

While air pollution is a problem year-round, it worsens during winter due to stagnant weather conditions that trap pollutants near the ground. We need to tackle its root cause

NDA govt pushed State into fiscal crisis: Buggana

YSRCP leader and former Finance Minister Buggana Rajendranath accused the TDP-led NDA government of pushing Andhra Pradesh into financial crisis with its reckless borrowing and unfulfilled promises.

Cops Accuse Jail Superintendent of Showing Bias

CONSTABLES and staff of Visakhapatnam Central Jail staged a protest on Saturday, accusing Jail Superintendent Mahendrababu of discrimination against them for supporting TDP-JSP-BJP combine during the recent elections.

Banakacherla project to ensure drought-free AP

CM seeks Central aid to take up project at a cost of ₹70,000 crore

Naidu, Pawan Kalyan hail Humpy's victory

CHIEF Minister N Chandrababu Naidu, Deputy Chief Minister K Pawan Kalyan, and Sports Minister Mandipalli Ramprasad Reddy congratulated Grandmaster Koneru Humpy for her victory at the 2024 Women's World Rapid Chess Championship.

TDP leaders slam Perni Nani for 'moral hypocrisy'

LEADERS of the Telugu Desam Party (TDP) launched a scathing attack on former minister Perni Venkataramaiah, also known as Nani, accusing him of corruption and moral hypocrisy.

Deputy CM orders probe into biofuel plant air pollution

DEPUTY Chief Minister Pawan Kalyan has ordered an immediate inquiry into complaints of severe air pollution caused by Universal Biofuels Private Limited in the Vakalapudi Industrial Area of Kakinada.

Artificial reef project to improve livelihood of AP fishermen

IN a first-of-its-kind initiative in Andhra Pradesh, the Central Marine Fisheries Research Institute (CMFRI) is set to deploy artificial reefs along its coastline to restore marine biodiversity, and improve the livelihoods of fishermen.

Krishna police arrest Perni Nani's manager in missing PDS rice case

KRISHNA district police arrested Manasa Teja, the second accused in the case of missing Public Distribution System (PDS) rice from a buffer godown owned by Jayasudha, wife of former minister Perni Venkataramaih, also known as Nani.

SIP academy hosts Abacus contest

THE SIP Academy conducted the SIP Abacus Arithmetic Genius State-level competition at Siddhartha Auditorium, Vijayawada, on Sunday.

Flood Affected Women Trained in Tailoring

SRI Sathya Sai Seva Organizations, Andhra Pradesh, and Sri Sathya Sai Seva Samithi, Sitarampuram organised a skill development programme for families affected by the recent floods in Vijayawada.

Revamp Ambedkar study circle building: Union Minister

UNION Minister of State for Rural Development and Communications Dr Pemmasani Chandra Sekhar instructed the officials to take immediate action to revamp the building of Dr BR Ambedkar Study Circle and provide all basic amenities to students.

5,345 Candidates to Undergo Physical Tests for Constable Selection Drive in Ongole

The Prakasam district police are set to commence the Police Constables (Civil & APSP) selection drive from Monday at the Ongole Police Parade Grounds.

Crimes drop by 16% in Guntur dist

CRIMES against women dropped by 24% in Guntur with the district recording 1,035 cases in 2024, down from 1,368 in 2023, SP Sathish Kumar revealed on Sunday.

New CS Vijayanand vows to ensure inclusive growth

Incumbent Chief Secy Neerabh Kumar set to retire on December 31

62 New Welfare Hostels Will Be Constructed in State: Min

SOCIAL Welfare Minister Dr Dola Sree Bala Veeranjaneya Swamy said the NDA government led by Chandrababu Naidu is committed to the welfare of BC, SC, and ST communities.

Players from over 25 States to attend Carrom tourney

THE 29th All India Federation Cup Carrom Tournament will be held in Nellore from January 5 to 8, announced AP State Carrom Association general secretary Abdul Jaleel on Sunday.

Chess high on year-end as Humpy captures second world rapid title in USA

THERE is a different joy of being a mother. India's Koneru Humpy had won the World Rapid Chess Championship on Saturday but when she spoke about the win a day later, she could not help but speak about her seven-year-old daughter.

179 Killed as South Korean Plane Crash-Lands, Erupts into Fireball

Two crew members of Bangkok-Muan flight survive; landing gear glitch, bird hit suspected

Curb unbridled NY revelry: DGP to SPs

WITH just two days left to welcome the New Year, Director General of Police Ch Dwaraka Tirumala Rao has directed all the district SPs and Vijayawada and Vizag Police Commissioners to impose strict restrictions on December 31 night to thwart any untoward incidents during the celebrations.

Tax Dept To Tap Digi Yatra Data To Go After Evaders

If you are a frequent user of Digi Yatra app but don't file income tax returns, don't be surprised if you get a notice from the tax department.

Tribals Stage 'Horseback Protest' for Road Project

TRIBALS of Chalisingam hamlet in Cheemalapadu panchayat of Ravikamatham mandal in Anakapalle district have demanded immediate forest clearance for the construction of a road. They staged a unique protest on horseback and with dolis (makeshift stretchers) on Sunday to highlight the challenges they face due to the lack of road connectivity to their hilltop hamlet.