Andhra Pradesh

Amaravati: Andhra Pradesh is set to launch a state-of-the-art food testing laboratory at Tirumala, aimed at ensuring the quality of prasadam offered to devotees. The lab, costing ₹25 crore, will employ advanced equipment to examine the quality of nearly 60 raw ingredients used in prasadam preparation, including ghee, cashews, raisins, almonds, chickpeas, sugar, cardamom, turmeric, and chili powder, according to State Health Minister and BJP MLA Y. Satyakumar Yadav. A unique feature of the lab will be the use of imported French machines—an ‘E-Tongue’ and an ‘E-Nose’ costing ₹3.5 crore—which can detect even the slightest change in the quality of ghee. “Even minimal discrepancies in quality can now be identified with these devices,” said the minister. The laboratory’s construction is nearl...

Amaravati, Jan 30: Andhra Pradesh has become the first state in the country to achieve over one crore enrollments and 80 lakh course completions on the Union government’s iGOT Karmayogi digital learning platform, officials said. Launched in 2022, the Integrated Government Online Training (iGOT) Karmayogi platform aims to enhance the skills and competencies of central and state government officials through digital learning modules, improving public service delivery across the nation. Chief Minister N. Chandrababu Naidu on Friday welcomed the recognition of the milestone, noting that it reflects the commitment of state government employees to continuous learning and professional development.

Amaravati: The Special Investigation Team (SIT) has filed its final chargesheet in the Tirupati laddoo controversy, stating that no animal fat was used in the famous Tirupati laddoos. The report has sparked political reactions, with the opposition YSR Congress Party (YSRCP) targeting Chief Minister N. Chandrababu Naidu and Deputy CM Pawan Kalyan, accusing them of playing with the religious sentiments of Hindus and demanding an apology. SIT Files Chargesheet After 15-Month ProbeAfter a 15-month-long investigation, the SIT submitted its chargesheet to the Anti-Corruption Bureau Court in Nellore, Andhra Pradesh. YSRCP Rajya Sabha MP Y.V. Subba Reddy alleged that the Chief Minister had misled the public regarding the use of animal fat in laddoo preparation. The chargesheet clarifies that...

Amaravati:In a startling incident highlighting the scale of illegal betting during festive cockfights, a man from Andhra Pradesh’s West Godavari district reportedly won a staggering ₹1.53 crore in a single bout held during the Makar Sankranti celebrations. The high-stakes contest took place in Tadepalligudem town, and is being described locally as one of the biggest wagers of the season. The winner, identified as Rajahmundry Ramesh, placed a massive bet on his rooster named “Dega”, which emerged victorious against “Setuva”, owned by Gudivada Prabhakar, an experienced cockfight participant. Both roosters had sharp knives tied to their legs, a common but illegal practice in such fights. The match reportedly ended within a minute, sealing the win for Ramesh and earning him the entire prize...

Amaravati: Andhra Pradesh Deputy Chief Minister Pawan Kalyan has strongly condemned the brutal lynching of Hindu youth Dipu Chandra Das in Bangladesh, questioning the silence of the global community on such targeted attacks. Reflecting on the sacrifices of Indian soldiers, Kalyan remarked, “Did India’s 3,900 brave soldiers lay down their lives in 1971 for this day?” The IncidentOn Thursday night, a mob of extremists reportedly beat Dipu Chandra Das to death. Several reports suggest that the attack was triggered by allegations of blasphemy. Disturbingly, the mob recorded the horrifying act on video. Earlier, Congress MP Priyanka Gandhi had also urged the central government to take strict action against this incident. Voices of OutrageRenowned writer Taslima Nasrin highlighted the circ...

Amaravati, Andhra Pradesh: A high-speed Hyundai Creta collided violently with a scooter in Krishna district, Andhra Pradesh, on 16 December, leaving multiple people injured and sparking a heated debate on social media. The incident was captured on CCTV, showing the severity of the crash, including a pedestrian who was also hit in the chaos. The video circulated widely online, with some users incorrectly claiming the accident took place in Ahmedabad. Authorities have clarified that the collision occurred in Kankipadu, Krishna district. Details of the CrashAccording to reports, the Creta was traveling at excessive speed when it struck the scooter, causing severe damage to the front of the car. The scooter, carrying two people, lost control after the collision, and a pedestrian standing...

Puttaparthi, Andhra Pradesh: The birth centenary of the revered spiritual leader Sathya Sai Baba will be celebrated on 23 November with great devotion and enthusiasm. Born in the small village of Puttaparthi, Andhra Pradesh, Sathya Sai Baba dedicated his life to the spiritual upliftment of humanity, emphasizing the five core principles of truth, righteousness, peace, love, and non-violence. His ashram, Prasanthi Nilayam, remains a global center of spiritual energy and humanitarian service, attracting millions of devotees from around the world. Centenary Celebrations and Dignitaries On the occasion of his centenary, Prime Minister Narendra Modi visited the ashram at 10 AM and participated in the special events. Andhra Pradesh Chief Minister N. Chandrababu Naidu was also present. The P...