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At 87.09%, Ongole Lok Sabha constituency records highest voter turnout in State

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80.66% voter turnout recorded in Andhra Pradesh

Andhra Pradesh general election voter turnout data for Parliamentary and Assembly Constituencies, highest at Ongole 87.06%.

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NDA’s welfare schemes in manifesto not feasible: Balineni

YSRCP leader Balineni Srinivasa Reddy says the YS Jagan Mohan Reddy-led government in Andhra Pradesh has spent ₹70,000 crore on the welfare schemes each year, while Telugu Desam Party chief N Chandrababu Naidu announced the welfare schemes in the manifesto that would cost the exchequer more than ₹1.5 lakh crore…

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Residents question candidates as Prakasam district grapples with severe drinking water scarcity

Residents in Ongole face severe water scarcity, impacting crops and daily life, urging government intervention for immediate repair works.

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Notices served on YSRCP, TDP activists over clash during poll campaign in Ongole

The Prakasam district police have served notices on 10 activists each of the YSR Congress Party (YSRCP) and the Telugu Desam Party (TDP) for their alleged involvement in clashes during election campaign in Ongole on April 10 (Wednesday) night.

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Special teams formed to oversee release of water from NSRC in Prakasam district

Officials in Ongole form teams to ensure water from Nagarjuna Sagar Right Canal is used solely for drinking purposes.

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TDP-JSP-BJP alliance will win with a thumping majority, says Magunta Sreenivasulu Reddy

The Telugu Desam Party (TDP), which is contesting with the support of the Jana Sena Party and the Bharatiya Janata Party, will sweep the elections in Ongole Lok Sabha constituency, TDP candidate for the seat Magunta Sreenivasulu Reddy has said.

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It is March and drinking water woes loom large in four Urban Local Bodies in Andhra Pradesh

It is March and drinking water crisis is looming large in several districts in Andhra Pradesh if the data revealed by the officials are any indication. The data suggest that residents of at least four Urban Local Bodies (ULBs) of Kadapa, Penugonda, Ongole and Hindupur are getting drinking water supply…

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YSRCP MP Magunta Sreenivasulu Reddy and his son join TDP

YSRCP MP Magunta Sreenivasulu Reddy and his son join TDP. TDP poised to win the Ongole Lok Sabha seat, says TDP chief Chandrababu Naidu.

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TDP’s support did not benefit Congress party in Telangana elections, says Balineni

Senior YSR Congress Party (YSRCP) legislator from Ongole and former Minister Balineni Srinivasa Reddy on Sunday observed that the Congress party did not benefit because of the Telugu Desam Party’s support in the Assembly elections

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Senior YSRCP legislator from Ongole Balineni Srinivasa Reddy admits to have ‘taken money as Minister’

Senior YSRCP legislator from Ongole Balineni Srinivasa Reddy admits to have ‘taken money as Minister’. Brushing aside the ‘rumours’ that he is planning to contest the 2024 Assembly elections from Giddalur, the six-time MLA insists that he will be in the fray only from Ongole, provided his supporters work wholeheartedly.…

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Gundlakamma reservoir crest gate repaired on a war-footing in Prakasam district

Gundlakamma reservoir crest gate repaired on a war-footing in Prakasam district. The gate was damaged following flash floods triggered by cyclone Michaung on December 8. The current storage of 0.8 tmc ft in the reservoir will be sufficient to meet the drinking water requirement of Ongole city till summer and…

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Cyclone Michaung to make landfall close to Bapatla before 12 noon

Tirupati and Nellore districts have received the maximum rainfall under the impact of Michaung until 7.30 a.m. on Tuesday. As per IMD data, Bapatla has received 215.3 mm from 8.30 a.m. on December 4 to 7.30 a.m. on December 5, Nellore 215.1 mm, Machilipatnam 151.7 mm, Kavali 143.6 mm, Ongole…

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Heavy rain lashes Prakasam district, leaves farmers in distress

Heavy rains in Ongole, Prakasam district cause flooding, damaging crops across six mandals. Farmers urge govt. to provide input subsidy to raise crops in Rabi season. Rainfall deficit reduced to 18%. Security increased at Bhairavakona Waterfalls. IMD predicts heavy rains in Bay of Bengal from Nov. 27.

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Outpouring of support at YSRCP rallies across State

YSRCP's Samajika Sadhikara Yatra in Ongole, Visakhapatnam, and Banaganapalle showcased the party's commitment to social and political empowerment of marginalised communities. Deputy CMs Narayanaswamy and Amzath Basha highlighted the financial support provided to the weaker sections. YSRCP MP Gurumurthy and others also spoke.

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Vigorous northeast monsoon spurs tobacco cultivation in south coastal Andhra Pradesh

Farmers in Ongole/Nellore, AP, have taken up tobacco cultivation due to timely monsoon & remunerative prices. 11,000 hectares have been planted so far, with 2,500 added daily. Prices of seedlings & barns have risen, & the CTRI suggests early rabi season planting. Wet spell predicted for two weeks.

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Heavy downpours, flooded roads give motorists a tough time in Prakasam district of Andhra Pradesh

Heavy downpours lashed different parts of Prakasam district including Ongole on November 7 (Wednesday), putting people into inconvenience.

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Make ‘Praja Rakshna Bheri Bus Yatra’ a success, CPI(M) cadres told in Ongole

CPI(M) State committee member Punati Anjaneyulu urges all democratic and secular forces to oppose Modi govt's anti-people policies. He calls for a fortnight-long bus tour from Nandyal to Vijayawada to protest injustice to AP. Farmers and farm workers migrating due to crop failure. YSR Congress, TDP and Jana Sena Party…

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Fake land deeds scam: 10 of 38 arrested have political links, say SIT officials

SIT arrests 38 offenders in Prakasam district for fake land deeds racket; 72 accused identified; 572 documents seized; 1,200 fake papers, 60 seals seized; 54 cases registered; action against erring officials.

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Balineni calls on Jagan to seek his intervention in fake land deeds investigation

Balineni Srinivasa Reddy, YSR Congress Party leader & former Minister, seeks CM Jagan Mohan Reddy's intervention in Ongole fake land deed racket probe. He also raised issues of non-allocation of funds for drinking water scheme & delay in distribution of housing sites for poor. He vowed to quit politics if…

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Police personnel donate blood to mark Martyrs’ Week

Police SPs K. Tirumaleswara Reddy and Malika Garg led by example, donating blood at camps in Nellore and Ongole to mark Martyrs Week. Over 650 persons donated blood, helping save lives during medical emergencies. SPs urged everyone to donate regularly, stressing its health benefits.

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Curtains come down on Dasara festivities in Ongole

Ongole celebrated Dasara with grand 'Kalaram' processions from temples dedicated to the mother goddess. Devotees rejoiced the decimation of Mahishasura, with artistes dressed like gods and goddesses leading the colourful processions. Special prayers were offered to the Jammi Chettu tree, while girls performed Kolatam and Kuchipudi ballet. Bapatla SP and…

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Legendary filmmaker Krishna remembered at event in Ongole

Actor Gopichand turns emotional at the death anniversary event of father Totempudi Krishna. He exhorted GenX to draw inspiration from his father's films. N. Venkateswarulu of PNM recalled Krishna's films for betterment of society.

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Ongole in Andhra Pradesh chock-a-block as Dasara festivities reach feverish pitch

Prakasam district celebrates Dasara, marking the victory of good over evil. Devotees thronged temples to witness grand processions, cultural programmes, and 'Kanakabhishegam'. Markets were bustling with people buying new vehicles, white goods, and availing discounts.

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Services of slain security personnel remembered on Police Martyrs’ Day

On Police Commemoration Day, AP Min. Reddy & dignitaries paid homage to martyred security personnel in Nellore & Ongole. Minister Suresh lauded Disha app & 11 personnel who succumbed to COVID-19. MP Srinivasulu Reddy & others remembered 188 slain personnel & constable E.Pawan Kumar.

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