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“No political statements in Tirumala,” TTD trust board passes key resolution

“No political statements in Tirumala,” TTD trust board passes key resolution

The Tirumala Tirupati Devasthanams Trust Board has passed a resolution prohibiting political statements in Tirumala, along with other key decisions to improve temple operations and enhance services

19 November,2024 01:14 PM IST | Tirupati
SC dismisses PIL seeking CBI probe into Tirupati laddus row

SC dismisses PIL seeking CBI probe into Tirupati laddus row

The top court on October 4 had set up a five-member independent SIT to probe the allegations of animal fat used in preparing Tirupati laddus to "assuage the feelings of crores of people" while making clear that the court cannot be used as a "political battleground"

08 November,2024 01:24 PM IST | New Delhi | mid-day online correspondent
Fire breaks out in old building near DMHO office in Andhra Pradesh's Nellore

Fire breaks out in old building near DMHO office in Andhra Pradesh's Nellore

Oil barrels used for mosquito control as part of efforts to prevent malaria were burned

08 November,2024 08:57 AM IST | Nellore | mid-day online correspondent
US Elections 2024: Spotlight on Usha Chilkuri Vance, wife of new VP-elect

US Elections 2024: Spotlight on Usha Chilkuri Vance, wife of new VP-elect

Usha was standing with Vance, 39, the Ohio Senator, when Donald Trump made the acceptance speech with enough votes polled for him in US Elections 2024 to re-enter the White House

06 November,2024 09:44 PM IST | Washington | mid-day online correspondent
Waqf Bill 2024: TDP leader defends Muslim interests amid Waqf bill controversy

Waqf Bill 2024: TDP leader defends Muslim interests amid Waqf bill controversy

Nawab Jan also credited Naidu for the decision to refer the Waqf (Amendment) Bill to Parliament's Joint Committee (JPC), suggesting that this move was made possible due to his influence. The Waqf Act, of 1995, originally designed to regulate waqf properties, has faced criticism over issues such as mismanagement, corruption and encroachments

04 November,2024 01:44 PM IST | New Delhi | mid-day online correspondent
Firecracker laden two-wheeler explodes in Andhra Pradesh, one dies

Firecracker laden two-wheeler explodes in Andhra Pradesh, one dies

The incident occurred when two persons were transporting a bag of firecrackers bought for Diwali celebrations, police said

01 November,2024 12:56 PM IST | Eluru | mid-day online correspondent
ED seizes assets worth Rs 503.16 crore in Rs 4,037 crore bank fraud case

ED seizes assets worth Rs 503.16 crore in Rs 4,037 crore bank fraud case

The Enforcement Directorate has attached assets valued at Rs 503.16 crore across multiple states in a Rs 4,037 crore bank fraud case involving Corporate Power Limited and its promoters. The ED’s action follows an ongoing investigation into alleged financial misconduct.

28 October,2024 01:24 PM IST | New Delhi
Kadapa district airport in AP sees growth under the UDAN scheme by Union govt

Kadapa district airport in AP sees growth under the UDAN scheme by Union govt

The UDAN scheme was launched in October 2016 as part of the National Civil Aviation Policy. It aims to make flying more affordable and connect remote regions in India. The scheme has a goal of connecting 72 airports, including 45 unserved and underserved ones. The airfare for a one-hour journey under this scheme is capped at INR 2,500

21 October,2024 02:13 PM IST | Kadapa, Andhra Pradesh | mid-day online correspondent
Amaravati to receive $1.6bn from World Bank and ADB for capital city development

Amaravati to receive $1.6bn from World Bank and ADB for capital city development

The World Bank and Asian Development Bank (ADB) have committed $1.6 billion for phase-I development of Amaravati, Andhra Pradesh's capital city. According to PTI, funds will begin disbursement in January 2025 and must be utilised within five years. The Indian government will contribute Rs 1,400 crore towards the total project cost of Rs 15,000 cr

18 October,2024 05:52 PM IST | Amaravati | mid-day online correspondent
Andhra Pradesh: Amaravati skies to be lit up by 5,000 drones on Oct 22-23

Andhra Pradesh: Amaravati skies to be lit up by 5,000 drones on Oct 22-23

Andhra Pradesh will host the Drone Summit 2024 on October 22-23 in its capital Amaravati. The summit has been organised in collaboration with the Bharat Drone Association

17 October,2024 05:26 PM IST | Delhi | Anisha Shrivastava

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