ANDHRA PRADESH FORMATION DAY
IMD warns of cyclonic circulation over Andhra coast. These states to see heavy rainfall
The India Meteorological Department forecasts widespread rainfall in southern and western states due to cyclonic circulation over Andhra Pradesh coast and off-shore troughs. Heavy rainfall expected in certain regions from 7th to 10th July. Residents advised to stay updated on weather alerts.
Naidu concludes his Delhi visit; emphasises on Centre's support to develop Andhra
AP CM N Chandrababu Naidu met PM Narendra Modi to seek support for post-bifurcation challenges, emphasizing a seven-point agenda and Amaravati projects. Naidu aims to attract investors, manage the opposition YSR Congress, and link Krishna-Godavari rivers. He prioritizes a business-friendly environment and will present Andhra's opportunities at the World Economic Forum.
Naidu's list: Budget for Andhra Pradesh, ministry-linked demands
Andhra Pradesh CM Chandrababu Naidu met PM Modi and ministers, including Gadkari and Goyal, urging aid. Addressing debt rise under YSRCP, he highlighted GSDP, Amaravati, Polavaram, industrial incentives, Dugarajapatnam port, and highways. While special status is unlikely, Naidu emphasized urgent financial support and cooperative federalism's importance for the debt-burdened state's development.
CM Chandrababu Naidu creating fear psychosis in Andhra: Jagan Mohan Reddy
YSRCP chief YS Jagan Mohan Reddy accused Andhra Pradesh Chief Minister N Chandrababu Naidu of creating a fear psychosis among people who did not vote for him. He claimed that those who did not vote for Naidu's TDP were being targeted, with their assets being destroyed and false cases being filed. Reddy compared the current government to the former YSRCP regime and argued that the politics of creating a fear psychosis would not take the TDP far in the long term.
Chandrababu Naidu meets PM Modi, seeks Central govt's support for Andhra Pradesh
Andhra Pradesh Chief Minister N. Chandrababu Naidu met with Prime Minister Narendra Modi to seek support for the state's development. Naidu requested enhanced assistance if special category status cannot be granted. During his two-day visit to Delhi, he also discussed state-specific issues with Union Ministers Nitin Gadkari and Piyush Goyal.
Andhra CM Chandrababu Naidu meets Union ministers Piyush Goyal, Ram Mohan Naidu Kinjarapu
The meeting assumes significance as Naidu has declared rebuilding Amaravati, the capital city of Andhra Pradesh. The project is expected to require central assistance and clearance.
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Andhra Pradesh Deputy CM Pawan Kalyan refuses to take salary citing lack of funds
Andhra Pradesh Deputy Chief Minister Pawan Kalyan declined to accept his salary and special allowances, including new furniture for his office, due to the state's financial precariousness. Kalyan told officials at his camp office not to renovate or buy new furniture, and promised to bring it on his own if needed.
Why is Chandrababu Naidu tight-lipped on special category status for Andhra, asks YS Sharmila
Andhra Pradesh Congress Committee president YS Sharmila criticised Chief Minister N Chandrababu Naidu for not advocating for Special Category Status (SCS) for the state like Bihar did. Sharmila questioned Naidu's silence on the matter, highlighting the state's need for SCS over special packages. She urged Naidu to take action in the Legislative Assembly and push for SCS.
Jairam Ramesh greets Naidu on B-day; reminds him of Andhra special category status 'promise'
Senior Congress leader Jairam Ramesh greeted former vice president M Venkaiah Naidu on his birthday on Monday and hoped that the "promise" he made on the floor of the Rajya Sabha that the BJP, when elected to power, will grant special category status to Andhra Pradesh for a period of ten years will get fulfilled soon. Naidu, who served as the 13th vice president of India from 2017 to 2022, turned 75 on Monday.
Will Nitish Kumar walk the talk on special status for Bihar: Jairam Ramesh
Congress queries Bihar CM's action on special category status. TDP's silence on Andhra Pradesh's status questioned. JD(U) demands special package for Bihar, highlighting key issues of price rise and unemployment. NDA urged to probe paper leak cases for a comprehensive resolution.
Veteran Congress leader D Srinivas passes away
D. Srinivas, former Andhra Pradesh Congress president and minister under YS Rajasekhar Reddy, passed away at 76. He played pivotal roles in state politics, serving as PCC president during the 2004 and 2009 elections. After leaving Congress, he served as a Rajya Sabha Member from 2016 to 2022, returning to the party later. His death prompted condolences from Chief Revanth Reddy, Union Minister G Kishan Reddy, Telangana ministers, and Congress leaders, marking the end of a significant political career.
Heavy rain forecast for parts of Andhra Pradesh from June 26 to 28
The India Meteorological Department (IMD) predicted heavy rains with lightning in parts of Andhra Pradesh from June 26 to 28. North Coastal Andhra Pradesh (NCAP), Yanam, and South Coastal Andhra Pradesh (SCAP) are expected to experience significant downpour. Thunderstorms are forecasted for NCAP, Yanam, SCAP, and Rayalaseema from June 26 to 30, with gusty winds up to 50 km/h. A cyclonic circulation over the Bay of Bengal is influencing the weather. The northern limit of the monsoon passes through several regions, with south-westerly and westerly winds prevailing over Andhra Pradesh and Yanam.
YSRCP district offices receive notices on legitimacy of their construction
YSRCP faces backlash over unauthorized office constructions, with the NDA government accused of bias. The controversy involves lavish buildings, including a Rs 500-crore mansion, as security scrutiny intensifies at YS Jagan Mohan Reddy's residences across multiple districts.
Indian man fatally shot during robbery in Dallas
A 32-year-old Indian man, Dasari Gopikrishna, was fatally shot during a robbery at a convenience store in Pleasant Grove, Dallas, Texas. Gopikrishna, who had been in the US for only eight months and hailed from Andhra Pradesh's Bapatla district, sustained critical injuries and tragically passed away in the hospital while undergoing treatment. Consul General D C Manjunath confirmed the incident and expressed condolences to Gopikrishna's family, stating that the Consulate is assisting with repatriation efforts.
TDP's Ayyannapatrudu unanimously elected Speaker of Andhra Assembly
TDP's Narsipatnam MLA C Ayyannapatrudu was unanimously elected as the Speaker of the 16th Andhra Pradesh Legislative Assembly. Pro-tem Speaker G Butchaiah Chowdary announced his uncontested victory after no other nominations were filed. Ayyannapatrudu was escorted to the Speaker's chair by Chief Minister N Chandrababu Naidu, who praised the senior legislator's appointment and highlighted his background to the first-time legislators present.
'A hill palace of Rs 500 cr': TDP accuses former CM Jagan Mohan Reddy of misusing public money; YSRCP defends it as govt property
ChatGPTThe Telugu Desam Party (TDP) accused the former YS Jagan Mohan Reddy-led YSRCP government of secretly constructing a lavish hilltop palace on Rushikonda Hill in Vishakhapatnam. TDP claimed the palace, intended as a camp office for Jagan Reddy, cost Rs 500 crore and featured extravagant amenities, including a Rs 26 lakh bathtub. YSRCP countered that the buildings were government property for official use, not private, and criticized TDP for misleading the public. The facility, resembling more luxury than a conventional tourist spot, is under scrutiny for its opulent design and functionality.
Amaravati's revival: N Chandrababu Naidu's return sparks new hope for Andhra Pradesh's capital
Real estate agent Mehboob Khan in Amaravati is overwhelmed with messages as land prices surge due to the return of N Chandrababu Naidu and the TDP, with the slogan 'Boss is Back,' indicating a revival in the city.
All systems will be brought onto track: Naidu tells officials after taking charge as Andhra CM
Andhra Pradesh's newly sworn-in Chief Minister Chandrababu Naidu expressed urgency in revitalizing the state's systems, citing their current state as "defunct." Addressing India Service officers who greeted him at the State Secretariat, Naidu highlighted the need for introspection among officers regarding their performance over the past five years. He lamented the perceived injustice suffered by the state under previous administrations, emphasizing his commitment to restoring functionality.
How Pawan Kalyan is a a perfect fit for Andhra Pradesh’s political landscape
Pawan Kalyan's Jana Sena Party has emerged as a significant political force in Andhra Pradesh, winning both contested Lok Sabha seats and 21 state assembly seats in the recent elections. Formed in 2014, the party's success comes after strategic alliances with the BJP and TDP, and Pawan Kalyan's consistent anti-Congress stance. His grassroots initiative, Jana Vani, connected him with voters, contributing to the party's remarkable performance.
Gone are days of one-person rule, now govt at Centre formed with help of others: Sharad Pawar taunts BJP
NCP (SP) chief Sharad Pawar highlighted the shift from one-person rule to coalition governance at the Centre, emphasizing the power of voters in shaping the new government. He stressed the importance of alliances and the end of Modi's guarantee. Pawar expressed confidence in replicating the Lok Sabha election results in the state assembly polls.
Andhra special status back on table as TDP holds key to NDA government formation
Besides cabinet positions, the unresolved issue of 'special status' versus 'special package' for Andhra Pradesh is back on the negotiating table, with the Telugu Desam Party (TDP) playing a crucial role in the formation of the next NDA government. The significance of this battle for Chandrababu Naidu is immense.
N Chandrababu Naidu's family's wealth surges Rs 1,225 crore as Heritage Foods shares double in 12 days
Chandrababu Naidu's family's wealth surges with Heritage Foods shares rising over 105%. Naidu's party, Telugu Desam Party, wins big in Andhra Pradesh elections.
Joined NDA unconditionally before polls, will continue in it: Nara Lokesh
TDP General Secretary Nara Lokesh reaffirmed party's commitment to NDA and Narendra Modi's leadership, emphasizing unconditional support before elections and moving forward. Lokesh vouched for Modi as Prime Minister, highlighting the need for symbiotic relationship with Central government for Andhra Pradesh's development.
No strings attached support to NDA, but we expect help for Andhra's development: Nara Lokesh
Telugu Desam Party extends unconditional support to NDA, seeking Centre's backing for Andhra Pradesh's development as an electronics manufacturing hub, automotive cluster, and port-rich coastline. N Chandrababu Naidu's son Nara Lokesh emphasises on private investment attraction, government decisions, and winning Mangalgiri for the first time since 1985. TDP seeks Centre's support for commitments made during Andhra Pradesh's bifurcation, without demanding special status.
Ahead of D-Day, Amit Shah, JP Nadda and Rajnath Singh may coordinate with allies
The Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) is intensifying efforts to form the government swiftly, with top party leaders engaging in discussions on Thursday to outline the government's structure. Senior BJP leaders, including Amit Shah, Rajnath Singh, and general secretary BL Santosh, held a crucial meeting at the residence of BJP chief JP Nadda. Additionally, separate meetings were conducted with senior Rashtriya Swayamsevak Sangh (RSS) functionaries to gather insights and perspectives.
Chandrababu Naidu, Nitish Kumar want 'special status' for Andhra, Bihar: What is this and why are they asking for it
Lok Sabha Elections 2024 Result: In the aftermath of the General Elections, the Janata Dal (United) and the Telugu Desam Party have emerged as influential players in government formation at the Centre. Their renewed emphasis on securing special category status for Bihar and Andhra Pradesh has reignited discussions on this crucial issue. Let's delve into what special category status entails and why it holds significant importance for these states.
Chandrababu Naidu stands 'firmly' with BJP to form govt post 2024 Lok Sabha polls
A few hours after the NDA crossed the majority mark of 272, Naidu congratulated Prime Minister Narendra Modi over the 'victory in the Lok Sabha polls and in the Andhra Pradesh Assembly elections.' TDP, Janasena and BJP are part of the NDA in the southern state, which took on the YSRCP led by Y S Jagan Mohan Reddy.
Early monsoon over Karnataka: Bengaluru gets heavy rain alert. Check IMD's next 5 days weather forecast
Bengaluru is expected to experience rains this week as the Southwest Monsoon advances into parts of Karnataka, as per the India Meteorological Department. India's Silicon Valley has seen recent rain with many sharing photos and videos on social media. Spells of heavy rains are also forecast for parts of Karnataka.
Telangana suffered 'destruction of 100 years' in 10 years: CM Revanth Reddy
Revanth Reddy acknowledged the contributions of Meira Kumar, Sushma Swaraj, and others in the passage of the Telangana bill in Lok Sabha. He emphasized the significance of their roles in the state's history.
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