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Former Andhra Pradesh Congress Committee president N Raghuveera Reddy back with bang into CWC

VIJAYAWADA: In a surprising return, former Andhra Pradesh Congress Committee (APCC) president N Raghuveera Reddy has been inducted into the newly constituted Congress Working Committee(CWC).

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Rousing reception to TDP leader Lokesh as his Yuva Galam padayatra enters Vijayawada

TDP's N. Lokesh accorded grand welcome in Vijayawada on 189th day of his Yuva Galam padayatra. Thousands of party activists followed him as he walked through 3 constituencies. Police deployed in anticipation of trouble between YSRCP and TDP. Lokesh resumed padayatra at his residence, walking 13.30 km, staying at A-Convention…

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Some trains cancelled till Aug. 22 in Vijayawada division for track works

SCR's Vijayawada Div. cancels trains due to 3rd line works b/w Gunadala-Vijayawada & Vijayawada North East Cabin. Guntur-Visakhapatnam, Guntur-Narsapur, Guntur-Dhone, Vijayawada-Rajahmundry cancelled Aug 19-22. Stoppages eliminated on Vijayawada-Machilipatnam, Vijayawada-Bhimavaram, Guntur-Narsapur, Vijayawada-Narsapur routes Aug 19-22.

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Municipal workers in Vijayawada demand fair deal

Vijayawada Municipal and Employee Workers’ Union president D. Kasinath said the union was planning large-scale protests from August 24 and that this would be the last peaceful protest by them.

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Several trains cancelled, partially cancelled and diverted to facilitate maintenance works

The South Central Railway (SCR) has cancelled, partially cancelled and diverted several trains to facilitate works pertaining to infrastructure maintenance. The trains were cancelled up to August 20, the railway authorities said in a release on August 16 (Wednesday).

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1998 DSC batch candidates stage protest for jobs in Vijayawada

Candidates belonging to the 1998 DSC batch, who have been waiting for a job for the last 25 years, staged a protest at Dharna Chowk in Vijayawada on August 16 (Wednesday). The government did not follow the rule of reservation while making the appointments, leaving 2,326 candidates high and dry,…

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Congress leader demands explanation on Mahatma Gandhi’s statue at VMC

AICC leader Shivaji demands Municipal Commissioner take responsibility of re-installing Mahatma Gandhi statue removed from Vijayawada Municipal Corporation office. He suspects a ruling party leader of stealing the statue and melting parts of it. He also demands re-installation of a bronze statue of freedom fighter Kakani Venkata Ratnam at Benz…

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Gross earnings rose 9% in Vijayawada Division: DRM

Vijayawada Railway Division celebrated Independence Day with the hoisting of the Tricolour by Divisional Railway Manager Narendra Anandrao Patil. The Division has performed well in freight and passenger segments, with Gross Earnings till July-2023 at ₹1,862.27 crore and a 4.68% increase in loading over last year.

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Exhibition at Vijayawada railway station throws light on dark times of Indian history

The Railways played key role in the freedom struggle, providing transport and hope for millions. To remember Partition, galleries were set up at 12 stations and digital museums at three. Vijayawada exhibition was inaugurated by Pingali Venkayya's granddaughter-in-law and Alluri Seetharama Raju's grandson.

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Ramesh Hospitals in Vijayawada announces 25% discount on all services on its 35th anniversary

Ramesh Hospitals MD launches 'Arogya Bhagyam' scheme offering 25% discount on services. 400-bed super speciality hospital in Vijayawada with cancer and organ transplantation units in pipeline.

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Effective treatment during ‘golden hour’ will help avoid physical disability, loss of life, says official

Andhra Pradesh government setting up critical care units in every district to provide trauma and critical care for patients in need, says Chief Secretary (Health) Krishna Babu. Sri Lanka’s State Minister of Trade, Commerce and Food Security Sathasivam Viyalanderan and Mr. Krishna Babu inaugurate the ‘Golden Hour’ programme under the…

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Postal staff take out rally with 100-foot-long national flag

Employees of the Department of Posts organised the ‘Har Ghar Tiranga’ rally ahead of the 76th Independence Day celebrations, in Vijayawada on Sunday. The employees, carrying a 100-foot-long national flag, took out the rally which passed through Tummalapalli Kalakshetram, Old Government Hospital, Eluru Locks and reached Vijayawada Divisional Post Office…

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Ambedkar Smriti Vanam will be a tourist attraction, says official

Dr. B.R. Ambedkar Smriti Vanam in Vijayawada to be tourist attraction. Works undertaken at ₹400 crore with 500 workers engaged. 95% of works completed. Park to have museum, library, AC theatre screening Ambedkar's life events. Officials asked to beautify footpaths, medians, roads. Landscaping works discussed.

The Hindu

Eshaan Energy gets Climate Neutral certification

Vijayawada-based solar energy company Eshaan Energy has achieved the 'Climate Neutral' certification, taking them to the next level of providing CCS services. CEO Phani Chandra said this certification will help slow global warming and solve energy crisis, with benefits to air quality, ecology and landscape.

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No permission for maha dharna proposed by A.P. electricity employees’ JAC on August 8: police

Vijayawada Police Commissioner Kanthi Rana Tata warns of stern action against those who violate Section 30 of the Police Act and Section 144 of the CrPC, as no permission has been granted for the proposed 'Chalo Vidyut Soudha' and maha dharna by electricity employees' JAC on August 8.

The Hindu

Juvenile Justice Committee calls for report on sexual exploitation of two minors in Eluru district of Andhra Pradesh

Two minors hailing from Vatluru village in Eluru district were allegedly impregnated by their stepfather. The Juvenile Justice Committee also seeks details of the health condition of the inmates of the Government Children’s Home in Vijayawada.

The Hindu

AISF opposes seat allocation for self-financing courses in new medical colleges in Andhra Pradesh

AISF activists protest in Vijayawada, demanding that the State govt. withdraw orders earmarking 50% medical seats for self-financing courses. Say poor eligible students will be deprived of medical education.

The Hindu

Week-long handloom exhibition to mark National Handloom Day in Vijayawada from August 7

APCO will host week-long handloom exhibition in Vijayawada during August 7-12. Chief Secretary K.S. Jawahar Reddy will inaugurate the event, wherein 50 handloom production associations from across India will participate.

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More high schools will get science laboratories in NTR district, says Collector

Collector S. Dilli Rao said 100 schools in Vijayawada district have science labs, with more to come. He praised donors who helped set up the labs.

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Ram Mohan Library: A 120-year-old treasure trove of books in Vijayawada

Ram Mohan Library, a treasure trove of books, stands strong since 1914, serving readers and inspiring generations. It has 20K books, hosts events and provides free access to competitive exam books. Hall on the first floor is dilapidated, but main structure remains strong.

The Hindu

State-level table tennis tournament gets under way in Vijayawada

Deputy Commissioner of Police Vishal Gunni kickstarted the 2nd Andhra Pradesh State Ranking Table Tennis Tournament in Vijayawada. Over 530 paddlers from across the State are taking part in the three-day tournament. Mr. Gunni stressed the need for physical activity among youngsters for a fit body and healthy life. Matches…

The Hindu

Yanadis tribe: Less visible and left out in Andhra Pradesh

Ramudu and Gowreswari, two siblings from the impoverished Yenadi community, enjoy a rare feast of a bandicoot in their village near Vijayawada. The family of nine lives in a single-room concrete shed and are subjected to domestic violence. Sanjeev, another child from the tribe, is unable to go to school…

The Hindu

Student, activists decry govt. decision to ‘sell’ 50% of seats in new medical colleges

Civil society orgs in Vijayawada decried state govt's decision to "sell" 50% of medical seats in 5 new colleges. SFI, KVPS, Praja Arogya Vedika, DYFI, AISF & NEET students held roundtable meeting. GOs 107 & 108 allocates seats under various categories for fee of Rs.60-1cr. Orgs against GOs & will…

The Hindu

The highway plaza named 7

7 Midway Plaza at Suryapet is a must-stop for those travelling from Telangana to Andhra Pradesh, esp. Vijayawada. It offers covered parking, EV charging stations, food, and a fine dining experience.

The Hindu

Pingali Venkaiah remembered on his 147th birth anniversary

Pingali Venkaiah made the world realise the glory of Telugu people by designing a flag which formed the basis of the present Indian National flag, said Vijayawada Central MLA Malladi Vishnu.

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