Twenty-nine tribal workers from Prakasam district, Andhra Pradesh, were freed from a decade of exploitative work at a coal kiln in Telangana. Authorities acted swiftly after a tip-off, ensuring their safe return home.
Andhra Pradesh's SSC Public Examinations 2026 began peacefully today, with 98.90% of over 6.29 lakh registered students appearing on day one amid tight monitoring and minimal issues.
Andhra Pradesh kicks off a free statewide vaccination campaign against Foot-and-Mouth Disease today, targeting cattle and buffaloes under the national programme to curb economic losses for farmers.
Visakhapatnam's metro rail project advances as technical studies near finish. Minister Narayana targets completion in three years once approvals arrive.
Tragedy struck a family in Andhra Pradesh's Annamayya district as four members, including three children, died from carbon monoxide poisoning after a motorcycle engine ran overnight inside their home.
Indian Railways has upgraded four popular weekly special trains originating from Visakhapatnam to permanent express services, boosting reliable connectivity to Tirupati, Bengaluru, and Charlapalli.
Authorities in Andhra Pradesh's Prakasam district intervened swiftly to halt the marriage of two minor students a Class IX boy and a Class VII girl after teachers and an NGO raised the alarm. The girl has been shifted to a protection home, with legal action underway.
Hyderabad police arrested two men hours after an Armed Reserve constable was killed in Chilkanagar. The incident highlights rising tensions in urban neighbourhoods near Andhra Pradesh borders.
Light to moderate rain and thundershowers likely in Hyderabad today, offering relief from recent heat. A yellow alert for gusty winds and lightning covers the city and nearby districts.
A brief fire broke out in the ticket-issuing office at Nellore railway station on March 16, damaging stationery but sparing ticket rolls; no injuries reported, services resumed after quick response.
UK Deputy High Commissioner highlights defensive base-sharing with US to curb Iranian retaliation risks. This protects expat Indians and stabilizes energy markets vital to India.
