Andhra Pradesh

The Union government is expected to give its approval soon for the revised Detailed Project Report (DPR) of the proposed Visakhapatnam (Vizag) Metro Rail project. Sources say an in-principle approval may be issued in the next few days. After this, the ...

South Central Railway (SCR) has announced that it will operate special train services between Kakinada Town in Andhra Pradesh and Hisar in Haryana to help more passengers travel long distances comfortably. These special trains are being run because many people want ...

The Vijayawada Division of South Central Railway (SCR) successfully managed the heavy passenger rush during the Sankranti festival through careful planning and strong coordination. To handle the large number of travelers, the division ran 254 special trains to ensure that passengers ...

As the Sankranti festival 2026 approaches, Indian Railways has stepped up to manage the heavy travel demand from Hyderabad and surrounding regions. The South Central Railway (SCR) has announced 150 additional special trains to ease passenger movement and provide better connectivity ...

Due to the approaching storm Cyclone Montha, schools and colleges have been closed in several coastal states of India to keep children safe from heavy rain, strong winds, and possible flooding. The storm is expected to hit the coast of the ...

A low-pressure system has emerged over the Northwest Bay of Bengal, affecting nearby coastal regions of Odisha and West Bengal. This development is likely to bring thunderstorms and heavy rain to parts of Andhra Pradesh. The system, which formed on Thursday ...

Getting around Tirumala just became easier—and cheaper. The Tirumala Tirupati Devasthanam (TTD) has teamed up with the Andhra Pradesh State Road Transport Corporation (APSRTC) to launch a fleet of free buses for devotees. Why the new service? Many pilgrims ...

As the Easter and Good Friday holidays approach, many people planning to travel are facing a big challenge-high bus ticket prices. With summer vacations also beginning, the demand for interstate travel has gone up, and so have the fares. Bus ticket ...

In light of the recent Avian Influenza outbreak in Andhra Pradesh, K Athcannaidu, the state's Animal Husbandry Minister, has urged the public not to succumb to panic. His assurances come amidst rampant speculation on social media, with some falsely claiming the ...

The Union Ministry of Railways has allocated ₹271.43 crore for the redevelopment of Rajamahendravaram Railway Station in East Godavari District. This announcement, made on Wednesday evening, highlights a significant step towards modernizing the station and improving passenger facilities. The project is ...

The policy of the Tirumala Tirupati Devasthanams (TTD) to offer VIP break darshans to certain individuals has been met with considerable backlash. This practice allows for quick and exclusive access to view Sri Venkateswara Swamy, seemingly benefiting public officials, politicians, and ...

In a unique and spiritual celebration, Lord Venkateswara was adorned with a special decoration of 150 kilograms of tangy tamarind rice, known as Pulihora, at the S. Annavaram Prasanna Venkateswara Swami temple in Tuni Mandal, Kakinada district, Andhra Pradesh. This extraordinary ...