Sri Sathya Sai district police busted inter-state burglary and chain-snatching networks, seizing 40 tolas of gold ornaments valued at ₹60 lakh and arresting nine suspects linked to 36 cases.
Chief Minister N. Chandrababu Naidu urged the TDP-JSP-BJP alliance to endure at least 15 years for sustained development and stability, drawing from Gujarat's model.
CPI(M) called Andhra Pradesh Governor S. Abdul Nazeer's address disappointing, saying it ignored major issues like central dues, Vizag Steel Plant, and welfare promises.
Andhra Pradesh State Food Commission member Lakshmi Reddy Endela inspected Anganwadi centres in Prakasam district and directed show-cause notices over missing milk, eggs and surplus stocks.
A sub-adult female Indo-Pacific humpback dolphin was found dead with deep injuries on Perupalem beach, West Godavari district, likely after entanglement in a fishing net.
Weak oversight in Polavaram's Rampachodavaram and Chinturu agencies leads to food quality lapses and health risks for tribal students, highlighted by a recent poisoning incident affecting over 70 children.
Kakinada district authorities cancel VIP passes for Mahashivaratri darshan at key Shiva temples, prioritising common devotees amid expected crowds over one lakh.
Andhra Pradesh's Endowments Minister Anam Ramanarayana Reddy has directed officials to prioritise ordinary devotees for smooth darshan and safety during Maha Shivaratri festivities.
