Andhra Pradesh Backward Classes Commission seeks public input on a proposal to unify Goud, Gammalla, Kalali, and Goundla communities under “Goud/Gowda” for caste certificates. Objections due by January 6, 2026.
A short power outage hit Vijayawada's iconic Kanaka Durga temple due to poor inter-departmental coordination. Energy Minister Gottipati Ravi Kumar called it a minor lapse, not a system failure, and promised strict action to avoid repeats.
Deputy CM Pawan Kalyan virtually laid the foundation for a ₹20.77 crore modernisation of Sankaraguptam Major Drain to end waterlogging and save Konaseema's coconut farms. Works began swiftly in 35 days.
On December 30, 2025, the sacred Vaikuntha Dwaram at Tirumala's Venkateswara temple opened at dawn for Vaikuntha Ekadasi, drawing thousands for blessed darshan amid floral splendor and chants. TTD ensured smooth access for pilgrims seeking spiritual merit.
Kadapa MP Y.S. Avinash Reddy accused the TDP-led state government of discriminatory treatment toward Pulivendula, the home constituency of former CM Y.S. Jagan Mohan Reddy.
Andhra Pradesh DGP Harish Kumar Gupta called for stronger public awareness to prevent rising cybercrimes, including "digital arrest" scams where fraudsters pose as officials.
Andhra Pradesh and Telangana devotees claimed the largest share of coveted tokens for December 30 Vaikuntha Ekadasi darshan at Tirumala, thanks to high engagement with TTD's new e-dip system. Over 1.4 lakh tokens went to Telugu states combined.
The Sri Bhramaramba Mallikarjuna Swamy temple in Srisailam launches free sparsha darshan for local Chenchu tribals starting December 30, 2025 Vaikunta Ekadasi, honouring their deep cultural ties to the shrine.
India prepares to host the India AI Impact Summit in New Delhi from February 15-20, 2026, targeting participation from over 100 countries and 15-20 heads of state for inclusive global AI governance.
The seventh Bharatiya Vigyan Sammelan wrapped up today at National Sanskrit University in Tirupati, blending ancient Indian knowledge with modern science for sustainable progress. Dignitaries released a souvenir marking the event's success.
Andhra Pradesh's cabinet hailed 2025 as a transformative year, with welfare spending over ₹50,000 crore and investments attracting ₹13.25 lakh crore in proposed projects.
