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Vijayawada's 2026 infrastructure deadlines under scrutiny
As Vijayawada enters 2026, residents demand action on stalled projects like the airport terminal, West Bypass, and flyovers. Will this be the year promises turn into progress? Read more.
GMC Waives ₹33.62 Crore in Uncollectable Property Tax
Guntur Municipal Corporation clears ₹33.62 crore from old property tax arrears after a detailed audit. The move aims to clean up records and boost future collection efficiency. Read more.
Cabinet okays Rs 20,668 cr for key highway projects
Union Cabinet approves 6-lane Nashik-Solapur high-speed corridor & NH-326 upgrade in Odisha. Surat-Chennai travel time to drop from 31 to 17 hours. Read more.
Guntur devotee donates Rs 1 crore to Tirumala trust
A devotee from Andhra Pradesh's Guntur, Karanam Nagaraju, donated Rs 1 crore to the TTD's Sri Venkateswara Vidyadan Trust for education of poor students. Read about this act of devotion.
Guntur Sees 13% Dip in Crimes, Convictions Rise in 2025
Guntur district reports a significant 13% reduction in overall crimes in 2025. Key improvements include a 25% drop in fatal accidents, increased convictions, and major recoveries in cyber fraud and property theft. Explore the detailed crime report.
VMC's Green Drive: 550 Saplings Planted to Beautify Vijayawada
Vijayawada Municipal Corporation launches major greening initiative, planting 550 bougainvillea saplings and targeting 10,000 trees to reduce pollution and enhance city beauty. Read more.
AP High Court Orders Shelter for Destitutes on Footpaths
Andhra Pradesh High Court directs state to shift destitutes to shelters, seeks affidavit on steps taken. Shocked by lack of women's shelter in Vijayawada.
Spinning Mill Worker Stabbed to Death in Guntur
Nattala Mrutyunjaya Rao, a 40-year-old worker, was murdered by unidentified assailants in Nara Koduru village. Guntur SP directs swift investigation. Read the latest updates.
Guntur's last-minute push to merge 18 villages before deadline
Guntur Municipal Corporation rushes to merge 18 villages before the Centre's Dec 31 boundary freeze, aiming for million-plus city status. The political move faces hurdles and criticism. Read more.
SCR Plans 160 Kmph Speed on Hyderabad-Vijayawada Corridor
South Central Railway plans a 160 kmph track upgrade on the Golden Diagonal, cutting Hyderabad-Vijayawada travel to under 3 hours. A first for South India, the project awaits central approval.
Vijayawada West Bypass Aims to End Traffic Woes by 2026
Vijayawada's chronic traffic congestion may finally see relief in 2026 with the completion of the Rs 2,700 crore West Bypass. Learn how this 48-km project will transform commuting.
Amaravati Real Estate Revival: ORR Spurs 35% Land Price Hike
Amaravati's real estate sees a strong 2025 revival. Driven by ORR approval & Phase 2 land pooling, land prices surge 35%. Explore the boom, affordability concerns, and 2026 outlook.
Greater Vijayawada Proposal Gains Momentum After 20 Years
The decades-old demand to create a Greater Vijayawada by merging 75 surrounding villages is back. Residents cite stark development gaps in water, roads, and sanitation. MPs and MLAs have appealed to CM Naidu.
Deputy CM Pawan Kalyan fulfills promise to elderly woman
Deputy Chief Minister Pawan Kalyan visits Ippatam village, fulfilling a promise made to elderly woman Nageswaramma during a difficult period. He provides financial aid and highlights his commitment to supporters.
Teen worker dies in pool accident at ex-MP's Guntur home
An 18-year-old worker drowned while cleaning a swimming pool at former MP Modugula Venugopal Reddy's residence in Guntur. Police are investigating the tragic incident. Read the full report.
Kanakadurga Temple Gives Free Laddus to Devotees
Kanakadurga temple in Vijayawada distributes free laddus to avoid wastage after 4 lakh remain unsold post-Bhavani Deeksha. Read how officials turned surplus into blessings.
Borewell Equipment Tractor Accident in Ardhaveedu Kills One
A tragic road accident in Palnadu's Ardhaveedu mandal claimed one life and left another injured after a tractor overturned into a canal. Details on the victims and the cause of the crash inside.
Man electrocuted in Chilakaluripet after climbing pole
A 35-year-old driver died after being electrocuted at NRT Centre in Chilakaluripet. The man, reportedly inebriated, climbed an electric pole. Read the full details.
SEIL Energy Wins Great Place to Work Award Again
SEIL Energy secures the Great Place to Work certification for the second consecutive year, highlighting its commitment to employee well-being and a positive work culture in Vijayawada. Discover what makes them stand out.
ASI suspended for shielding son in fatal crash case
Palnadu police suspend ASI for protecting son, prime accused in accident that killed 5 students. Internal inquiry reveals repeated misuse of power. Details inside.
Vijayawada: Man stabbed to death over Rs 10 for liquor
A 48-year-old labourer was stabbed to death in Vijayawada's Kothapeta after a quarrel over Rs 10 for liquor. The 18-year-old accused has been arrested. Read the full details of the tragic incident.
Air India Express flight cancelled in Vijayawada over engine issue
An Air India Express flight to Visakhapatnam was cancelled at Gannavaram Airport after pilots detected an engine snag. VIP passengers, including M Venkaiah Naidu, were accommodated. Read the full report.
Guntur Tops AP in Speedy E-Office File Disposal
Guntur Municipal Corporation ranks first in Andhra Pradesh for fastest e-office file processing, clearing 11,348 files in record time. Discover how this boosts transparency.
Andhra Pradesh e-challan recovery rate remains low despite surge
Andhra Pradesh sees massive jump in electronic traffic challans but struggles to recover fines, with a 55% uncollected penalty rate in 2024. Data reveals a national enforcement gap.
5 Engineering Students Killed in NH-16 Accident; Accused Held
Palnadu police take accused into custody over fatal NH-16 crash near Ganapavaram that killed five engineering students. Interrogation reveals shocking claims.
New Criminal Case Against Ex-MLA Vallabhaneni Vamsi
YSRCP leader Vallabhaneni Vamsi booked in Vijayawada for alleged assault. The former Gannavaram MLA, already in judicial custody, faces mounting legal challenges. Read the latest details.
Kanaka Durga Temple Vijayawada to offer online darshan bookings
Sri Durga Malleswara Swamy Varla Devasthanam in Vijayawada is launching online services for darshan, prasadam & donations via aptemple.org & apps to manage devotee rush. Read more.
Kanakadurga Temple to Launch Online Services After Record Crowds
Following a massive turnout for Bhavani Deeksha Viramana, Vijayawada's Kanakadurga Temple announces comprehensive online services for darshan, prasadam, and donations to manage surging footfall.
Petroleum Co. Manager Loses Rs 28.79L in Online Scam
A 41-year-old territory manager in Vijayawada was duped of Rs 28.79 lakh in a sophisticated online investment fraud via WhatsApp groups promising high returns. Police are investigating.
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