Parts of Andhra Pradesh's Alluri Sitharama Raju district grapple with severe cold wave, with temperatures plunging to as low as 5.4°C. Dense fog blankets the region, disrupting daily routines. IMD forecasts continued dry weather.
The Viksit Bharat Shiksha Adhishthan Bill, 2025, proposes a centralized higher education regulator, replacing UGC, AICTE, and NCTE. Critics warn it undermines federalism and institutional autonomy. Read the full analysis.
The Viksit Bharat Shiksha Adhishthan Bill 2025 proposes to replace UGC, AICTE & NCTE with a new apex body and three councils. Mint explains its impact on universities, autonomy, and students.
Andhra Pradesh & Telangana lead India's study abroad trend, with Hyderabad alone accounting for 48% of TOEFL takers. The US attracts 55% of students as ETS announces a major TOEFL overhaul for 2026. Explore the data and changes.
AP Minister Nara Lokesh met Union Ministers in Delhi, requesting a National Skill Training Institute in Visakhapatnam and detailing global tech giants' investment interest. He also outlined state education initiatives.
The government has agreed to send the Viksit Bharat Shiksha Adhishthan Bill, 2025, to a Joint Committee of Parliament after opposition objections over centralisation and language. The Bill aims to create a new higher education regulator.
The Viksit Bharat Shiksha Adhishthan Bill proposes a single higher education regulator with three councils. Learn how this will transform India's university system. Read more.
Andhra Pradesh Minister Nara Lokesh declares state as Speed of Doing Business ambassador, credits CM Naidu for Rs 20 lakh crore investments. Read about the state's decentralized growth model and job creation plans.
Andhra Pradesh uncovers a massive scam where 12,000 Veterinary Assistants allegedly used forged certificates to secure jobs. The state vows immediate termination and criminal action. Read the full story.
The Andhra Pradesh government has declined to make public the MoU with Google for its $15 billion AI data centre in Visakhapatnam. Explore the details and implications.
Telangana Education Department unveils massive 2-year plan: 10,000+ teacher posts filled, free electricity for schools, AI literacy from class 1, and new universities. Read the full report.
Andhra Pradesh records 5 deaths from waterborne diarrheal infections in 2025, despite fewer outbreaks. Cholera cases traced to pipeline leaks. Read the full health report.
Five engineering students died in a horrific road accident in Chilakaluripeta, Andhra Pradesh, after their car rammed into a truck. The tragic incident occurred late Thursday on the new bypass road.
Adani Group reaffirms its massive Rs 60,000 crore investment in Andhra Pradesh, accelerating green energy, ports, and cement projects for robust economic growth. Discover the details.
The Centre has ruled out creating an Indian Education Service for top university posts. The government highlights existing autonomy and new tech portals for transparent recruitment.
Uttar Pradesh introduces a quarterly KPI dashboard for state & private universities from Oct-Dec 2025. 26 parameters across 6 categories will determine Red, Amber, or Green ratings for transparency & quality.
Two more suspected scrub typhus deaths reported in Palnadu district, Andhra Pradesh. Health officials investigate links to comorbidities as state tally reaches 736 cases. Read for details.
Andhra Pradesh CM N Chandrababu Naidu unveils a massive clean-energy plan: 1000 EV buses, 5000 charging stations, solar rooftops, and more to cut losses and empower consumers. Read the full strategy.
The US Department of Education launches a new portal to enforce transparency on foreign funding in universities. Starting January 2026, institutions must report gifts over $250,000. Read more.
Andhra Pradesh MLC Jayamangala Venkata Ramana pushes for acceptance of his resignation. High Court intervenes, giving Chairman 4 weeks to decide, highlighting a political stalemate involving multiple YSRCP MLCs.
Andhra Pradesh emerges as India's top state in controlling HIV, recording an 88.72% decline in AIDS deaths and major reduction in new infections. Discover how they achieved this success story.
Rajya Sabha MP Digvijaya Singh requests parliamentary committee scrutiny of the Higher Education Commission of India Bill 2025 before Parliament debate. The Bill aims to merge UGC, AICTE, and NCTE.
West Bengal's Student Credit Card scheme achieves a major milestone with over 1 lakh sanctioned loans, helping students pursue higher education with government-backed financial support.
Educators and advocates sue Trump administration over illegal dismantling of Education Department, threatening billions in funding and student programs. Learn how this affects Indian students.
Karnataka government establishes high-level committee to examine State Education Policy report. Headed by Higher Education principal secretary, the panel aims to transform education system.
First NEP 2020 batch graduates in Maharashtra with redesigned degree certificates showing multidisciplinary subjects. UGC committee to recommend BS/MS titles for humanities.
Parliament introduces HECI Bill 2025 to replace UGC, AICTE & NCTE with single higher education regulator. Learn how this transforms India's education landscape.
Seven Maoist rebels eliminated in fierce encounter with Andhra Pradesh police in Alluri Sitharama Raju district. Security forces recover weapons in major anti-insurgency operation.
Seven Maoists including two women cadres killed in fierce encounter with Andhra Pradesh police in Alluri Sitarama Raju district. Major success for security forces.
Discover why prestigious institutions including IITs and Sorbonne University are withdrawing from global higher education rankings due to transparency concerns and methodological flaws.