The Namo Bharat Regional Rapid Transit System on Delhi-Meerut corridor saw over 1 lakh commuters on February 23, its first full day after full launch, marking a record for India's high-speed regional rail.
Prime Minister Narendra Modi paid tribute to former Tamil Nadu Chief Minister J. Jayalalithaa on February 24, calling her a charismatic leader who championed women's empowerment and welfare governance.
Chief Minister N Chandrababu Naidu told the Assembly the coalition government is focused on social equality, with higher welfare funds for SC, ST, BC, and minorities in the ₹3.32 lakh crore budget.
Andhra Pradesh's Intermediate Public Examinations kicked off peacefully on February 23, 2026, but over 20,000 first-year students stayed absent on day one. No malpractice cases reported statewide.
Chief Minister N Chandrababu Naidu urged officials to prioritise faster, corruption-free service delivery, introduce monthly awards for top performers, and modernise key sectors like health, revenue, and temples.
Andhra Pradesh Minister Nara Lokesh confirmed the state government will release a comprehensive job calendar by Ugadi, promising streamlined recruitments across departments.
A senior TTD official urged faculty at Sri Padmavathi Women’s Polytechnic to prioritize employability through career guidance, strong academics, and skill-building for better student futures.
Amaravati prepares for a key debate today on alleged adulterated ghee supplied to Tirumala temple from 2019-2024. The four-hour session follows recent Supreme Court rulings and ongoing probes into TTD prasadam quality.
The fifth edition of Garuda Atlas has documented over 55,000 birds and 274 species in and around Tirupati, highlighting the region's rich biodiversity. A first-time sighting of the Indian Yellow Tit adds to the findings.
