EXPLAINED: 18 | Vintage Vibes

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.

The Hindu · Aug 16, 2023

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.

The Hindu · Aug 14, 2023

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.

The Hindu · Aug 14, 2023

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 · Aug 6, 2023

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 · Aug 6, 2023

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 · Aug 5, 2023

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.

The Hindu · Aug 5, 2023

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.

The Hindu · Aug 5, 2023

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 · Aug 5, 2023

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 · Aug 4, 2023