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Amaravati set to become world's first fully renewable-powered city

Amaravati, the planned capital of Andhra Pradesh, is set to create history as it targets to become the world's first city to be powered entirely by renewable energy as town planners look to build an ultra-modern yet environmentally sustainable 'people's capital'. With an ambitious plan to harness 2,700 megawatts (MW) of green energy, the city aims to meet all its electricity needs through sustainable sources like solar, wind, and hydropower, officials said. Andhra Pradesh chief Minister N Chandrababu Naidu's dream new capital city project firmly aligns with India's broader commitment to clean energy and climate action. The foundation stone for the greenfield capital city on the banks of Krishna river is expected to be laid by Prime Minister Narendra Modi sometime this month. The Rs 65,000-crore project is spread across 217 square kilometers, with Andhra Pradesh Capital Region spanning an area of 8,352 sq km. The country's newest capital coming up between Vijayawada and Guntur will

Rammohan Naidu says Baruva beach in Andhra Pradesh to be tourism hub

Union Minister K Rammohan Naidu on Saturday announced that Baruva Beach in Sompeta mandal of Srikakulam district will be developed into a tourism hub, offering water sports like scuba diving, paramotor flying, and eco-tourism experiences. After launching the beach festival here, Naidu unveiled these plans. The Union Minister of Civil Aviation told reporters, "Plans are underway to transform Baruva into a mini Goa. Youth will be trained in diving, guiding, and event management to create local employment." He emphasised that the beach's natural resources -- including the Mahendra Tanaya river confluence, a lighthouse, a sunken ship, and a smooth coastline -- make it ideal for tourism. District Collector Swapnil Dinakar Pundkar outlined the importance of balancing tourism with conservation. The festival included coastal cleanups, e-waste drives, and nature awareness programmes. The collector further stated that an eco-exhibition, painting contests, and biodiversity documentaries are

Caught in Trump's tariff net: Andhra's shrimp farmers face global blowback

Trump's tariff shock hits Andhra's ₹35,000-crore shrimp industry, leaving farmers battling price crashes, export uncertainty, and long-term market disruption

Andhra Pradesh CM approves ₹30 crore honoraria for 8,427 pastors

Andhra Pradesh Chief Minister N Chandrababu Naidu has approved Rs 30 crore in honoraria for 8,427 pastors for seven months, the government said on Thursday. The honoraria, amounting to Rs 35,000 for each pastor, cover the months from May to November 2024, according to an official release. "CM Chandrababu Naidu has given the green signal to release Rs 5,000 per month to 8,427 pastors," the statement said. The release also noted that the Andhra Pradesh government announced this decision on the eve of Good Friday, calling it "good news for pastors.

Andhra CM Naidu urges 50% share in central taxes from 16th Fin Commission

Andhra Pradesh Chief Minister N Chandrababu Naidu on Wednesday appealed to the Sixteenth Finance Commission to raise the vertical devolution of central taxes from the existing 41 per cent to 50 per cent, besides support in rebuilding the state through special financial assistance. Naidu's appeal assumes significance as the TDP, which the AP CM heads, is a key ally in the BJP-led NDA government at the Centre. The support of TDP's 16 Lok Sabha members is crucial to Prime Minister Narendra Modi's government. "Increase the vertical devolution share from 41 per cent to 50 per cent. Address the decline in horizontal devolution to southern statesfrom 24.3 per cent (10th Finance Commission) to 15.8 per cent (15th Finance Commission)," an official release quoted Naidu as requesting the commission. Andhra Pradesh's share in horizontal devolution is below its share in the national GDP and population, causing a "fiscal disadvantage", claimed Naidu. The Sixteenth Finance Commission, headed by .

Andhra allots 21.16 acres to TCS in Vizag for 99 paise to boost IT hub

According to sources, the discussion between the state and the company started in October 2024, when IT minister Nara Lokesh visited Tata House and made a strong pitch

Southern states lead ranking on justice system, Karnataka retains top slot

Andhra Pradesh rises to second place from fifth last year; Telangana keeps third position: India Justice Report 2025

HIT 3 trailer out: Nani's Arjun Sarkaar returns in a gritty action thriller

Nani, a Telugu actor, will make a comeback in the much awaited movie HIT: The Third Case (HIT 3). The action-thriller, which was directed by Sailesh Kolanu, will release in theaters on May 1

Andhra Pradesh's capital dreams rekindled: The making of Amaravati

Dubbed a 'ghost town' until recently, the 2,300-year-old city is all set for a revival, giving the locals and industry a reason to cheer

Eight killed in mishap at firecracker manufacturing unit in Andhra Pradesh

Eight people, including two women, were killed and seven others injured in a fire accident at a firecracker manufacturing unit in the Anakapalli district of Andhra Pradesh on Sunday. "Eight people, including two women, died, and seven others were injured in the fire accident. While the injured are being shifted to hospitals, further details are awaited," State Home Minister V Anitha told PTI. The accident occurred at around 12:45 pm, and officials are currently focused on recovering the bodies and shifting the injured to hospitals. Locals are also assisting the police at the scene, a police official said. Andhra Pradesh Chief Minister N Chandrababu Naidu expressed shock over the incident and directed Minister Anitha and district officials to ensure proper medical care for the injured, an official release said. CM Naidu also ordered an inquiry into the incident and asked officials to submit a report to him. YSRCP chief Y S Jagan Mohan Reddy also expressed shock and urged the gover

Andhra kicks off Rs 65K cr Amaravati project, invites PM Modi for launch

Work has commenced on the Rs 65,000 crore Amaravati city project - the new capital of Andhra Pradesh on the banks of River Krishna - with a view to building a 'people's capital' that attracts skilled migrants, industries, professionals and businesses from across the globe. After a five-year lull between 2019 and 2024, the Andhra Pradesh government under Chief Minister N Chandrababu Naidu has revived the Amaravati project since coming to power last year. Work has restarted on building a world-class urban hub inspired by global cities such as Amsterdman, Singapore and Tokyo, which is not just vibrant, diverse, inclusive and modern but also acts as a magnet for skilled migrants, industries, businesses and professionals from across the world, officials said. Prime Minister Narendra Modi has been invited for the ground-breaking ceremony of the city, they said. It wasn't immediately known if the Prime Minister has accepted the invitation and when the ground-breaking ceremony will ...

AP inter results 2025: BIEAP set to release 1st & 2nd year results tomorrow

BIEAP is set to release the AP Inter result 2025 on Saturday, April 12, 2025. Students will be able to check their results at 11 AM, as stated by the board

Tariff pause eases farm worries, Andhra govt forms panel on shrimp exports

Sources said one of the mandates of the committee is to study India and Ecuador's shrimp production patterns and exports

Andhra Pradesh govt clears investments worth Rs 31,167 cr by 17 companies

In all five SIPB meetings held so far since TDP-led NDA government was formed, 57 organisations have been given approval for investments to tune of Rs 4.71 trillion, which will create 4.17 lakh jobs

Doubling of Tirupati-Pakala-Katpadi railway line in Andhra, TN approved

The project covering three Districts in two states i.e., Andhra Pradesh and Tamil Nadu will increase the existing network of Indian Railways by about 113 Kms, said CCEA

Andhra Pradesh Inter results 2025: How to check 1st, 2nd Year Results 2025

AP Inter Result 2025 for 1st and 2nd-year students is expected to be out this week. Students can check their results on the official websites: bieap.apcfss.in or bie.ap.gov.in.

Andhra Pradesh to launch LEAP model for education revamp, says Nara Lokesh

Andhra Pradesh is revamping its education model this month with the launch of LEAP (Learning Excellence in Andhra Pradesh) model, aimed at overhauling curriculum, pedagogy and infrastructure, according to Education Minister Nara Lokesh. Play-based curriculum, pedagogy training and an AI-driven remedial assessment programme, Foundational Literacy and Numeracy (FLN), are among the major highlights of the model. "Andhra Pradesh is pioneering a new era of education through LEAP focusing on foundational learning, global best practices, and inclusive growth," Lokesh told PTI. The model will be introduced from the 2025-26 academic session. The Minister explained that the government's vision is to build a world-class education system in the state by 2029 by adopting an outcome-oriented approach to equip students with technical, leadership, and real-life skills through AI and other cutting-edge technologies. The need for the new model was felt after crucial reports, including the ASER sur

900 Kia car engines stolen in Andhra Pradesh over 5 years, police probe

As many as 900 Kia car engines were allegedly stolen in Sri Sathyasai district, prompting the South Korean company to lodge a complaint with the police, said an official on Tuesday. Kia runs a car manufacturing plant at Penukonda in Sri Sathyasai district, where police believe the engines theft began nearly five years ago. The company filed a police complaint on March 19. It (engine thefts) started in the year 2020. It has been a continuous process, nearly five years. We will go deep into the investigation, Penukonda sub-divisional police officer Y Venkateshwarlu told PTI. According to Venkateshwarlu, a preliminary probe has confirmed the theft of 900 engines. He observed that the engines were stolen on the way to the manufacturing plant and also from inside. Police are suspecting that the massive theft is an inside job', prompting them to direct their probe towards the past and current employees of the car manufacturer. Not outsiders, it is from within. Not even a small piece wil

US tariffs' fallout: Andhra CM writes to Goyal on shrimp farmers' concerns

In his letter to Goyal, Naidu appealed to the Centre "to come to the rescue of aqua farmers by negotiating with the US to exempt the aqua products from this additional duty"

New nuclear submarine base to be commissioned in Andhra Pradesh in 2026

The base, which is a part of Project Varsha, will feature underground pens and tunnels to house nuclear submarines, ensuring stealthy operations in the Bay of Bengal