Cybercrime in Vijayawada's NTR district fell 45% in 2025, part of a broader 22% dip in overall crime thanks to advanced tech like facial recognition and drones.
A fire gutted two AC coaches of the Tatanagar-Ernakulam Express near Yelamanchili in Andhra Pradesh on December 29, killing one passenger while swift action saved over 150 others. The incident renews calls for better fire safety in Indian Railways' air-conditioned coaches.
Andhra Pradesh High Court directs Vijayawada Municipal Corporation to immediately move destitute people sleeping on pavements to shelter homes and create separate facilities for women. The bench expressed surprise at the lack of night shelters for women in the city.
A century-old Shiva Lingam at Andhra Pradesh's revered Draksharamam Bhimeswara Temple was damaged late Monday night, sparking outrage among devotees; police have arrested a suspect based on CCTV evidence.
Thousands flocked to Tirumala on December 31 for sacred Vaikunta Dwara Darshan at Lord Venkateswara temple, part of a 10-day event drawing over 1.7 lakh token holders in the opening days.
Andhra Pradesh creates new Polavaram district with Rampachodavaram as headquarters, carving it from Alluri Sitarama Raju to bring governance closer to remote tribal areas and speed up development.
Hundreds flocked to the ancient Ahobilam Narasimha temple in Andhra Pradesh on Mukkoti Ekadasi, seeking blessings through special darshan as the sacred Vaikuntha gate opened.
Andhra Pradesh closes 2025 with nearly Rs 20 lakh crore in investment commitments, reviving its position as a top destination after years of challenges. The surge, led by major MoUs in tech, energy, and manufacturing, promises massive job growth and infrastructure boost.
Andhra Pradesh kicks off ₹20.77 crore upgrade of Sankaraguptam Major Drain in Konaseema to fight seawater intrusion and save coconut farms hit for decades. Deputy CM Pawan Kalyan led the virtual foundation stone event.
Andhra Pradesh activates Polavaram and Markapuram districts today, raising the total to 28 as part of wider administrative streamlining for better local governance.
CM Chandrababu Naidu pledges intensified focus on industrial growth, job creation, and welfare in 2026, building on 2025's 11.28% economic surge and massive investments. Amaravati's revival accelerates as a key driver.
