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Everything you need to know about Guntur: news, reviews, in-depth analysis, opinion and more

Everything you need to know about Guntur: news, reviews, in-depth analysis, opinion and more

NHRC issues notice to Andhra Pradesh Police

April 26, 2013 at 10:44 PM

New Delhi, April 26 (IANS) The National Human Rights Commission (NHRC) Friday issued notice to Andhra Pradesh Police on the death of a woman who was pushed in front of a lorry when she tried to save her daughter from hooligans.

Unseasonal rain in Andhra kills 25, crops lost

April 24, 2013 at 9:56 PM

Hyderabad, April 24 (IANS) The unseasonal rains that lashed Andhra Pradesh over the last four days have claimed 25 lives and damaged crops over 70,000 hectares, officials said Wednesday.

Unseasonal rains continue to lash Andhra, toll up to 15

April 23, 2013 at 6:04 PM

Hyderabad, April 23 (IANS) Unseasonal rains accompanied by strong gales Tuesday continued to lash Andhra Pradesh, killing as many as 15 people and damaging crops over thousands of acres during the last three days.

Eight killed during Holi celebrations

March 27, 2013 at 9:46 PM

Hyderabad, March 27 (IANS) Eight people were killed in four separate incidents during Holi celebrations in Andhra Pradesh Wednesday, police said.

Three killed during Holi celebrations

March 27, 2013 at 4:02 PM

Hyderabad, March 27 (IANS) Tragedy struck Holi celebrations in Andhra Pradesh Wednesday with the death of three people in three separate incidents, police said.

Delhi residents led in online transactions, says eBay's census

March 20, 2013 at 10:25 PM

Kolkata, March 20 (IANS) Delhi residents have made the largest number of online transactions among all e-commerce hubs in India and they most preferred to sell mobile handsets, according to the eBay India Census.

Andhra is leading e-commerce destination in India, says eBay study

March 20, 2013 at 5:05 PM

Hyderabad, March 20 (IANS) Andhra Pradesh has emerged as the leading e-commerce destination in India, accounting for the highest number of ecommerce hubs but the southern state is at seventh place in terms of transactions, revealed a study by eBay India, the leading ecommerce company.

Reddy Laboratories' founder chairman Anji Reddy dead

March 15, 2013 at 10:46 PM

Hyderabad, March 15 (IANS) Kallam Anji Reddy, the founder chairman of Dr. Reddy's Laboratories, passed away Friday at a hospital here following brief illness. He was 73.

Reddy Laboratories' founder chairman Anji Reddy dead

March 15, 2013 at 8:30 PM

Hyderabad, March 15 (IANS) Kallam Anji Reddy, the founder chairman of Dr. Reddy's Laboratories, passed away Friday at a hospital here following brief illness. He was 73.

PayTM launches bus tracking service

March 12, 2013 at 5:18 PM

Hyderabad, March 12 (IANS) PayTM mobile solutions has launched a new service, which enables the bus travelers booking their tickets online through paytm.com to track the estimated arrival time of their bus before they leave for the boarding point.

Andhra rains claim 17 lives, cause huge crop damage

February 17, 2013 at 9:29 PM

Hyderabad, Feb 17 (IANS) The heavy unseasonal rains and hailstorm that lashed parts of Andhra Pradesh during last two days claimed 17 lives and damaged crops over more than 252,000 hectares, officials said Sunday.

Rains in Andhra kill three, damage crops

February 16, 2013 at 12:33 PM

Hyderabad, Feb 16 (IANS) Three people were killed and crops over hundreds of acres were damaged in the unseasonal rains that lashed parts of Andhra Pradesh since Friday evening, officials said Saturday.

Chandrababu Naidu falls, suffers minor injuries

February 14, 2013 at 3:13 PM

Hyderabad, Feb 14 (IANS) Telugu Desam Party (TDP) leader N. Chandrababu Naidu suffered minor injuries when a makeshift dais collapsed while he was garlanding a statue in Guntur district Thursday, a party leader has said.

Andhra CM condemns TRS leader's remarks against Sonia, PM

January 29, 2013 at 7:58 PM

Hyderabad, Jan 29 (IANS) Andhra Pradesh Chief Minister N. Kiran Kumar Reddy Tuesday condemned Telangana Rashtra Samithi (TRS) leader K. Chandrasekhara Rao's "disgraceful" remarks against Congress leaders and Prime Minister Manmohan Singh.

Telangana leaders booked for offensive remarks

January 29, 2013 at 6:38 PM

Hyderabad, Jan 29 (IANS) Andhra Pradesh Police Tuesday booked a case against Telangana leaders K. Chandrasekhara Rao and M. Kodandaram for their alleged offensive remarks, an official said.

Shutdown in Guntur against TDP leader's arrest

December 24, 2012 at 2:53 PM

Hyderabad, Dec 24 (IANS) A shutdown crippled Monday Andhra Pradesh's Guntur district on a call given by the Telugu Desam Party (TDP) to protest the arrest of its senior leader Kodela Sivaprasada Rao.

SC urged to quash appointment of Andhra High Court judge

December 7, 2012 at 10:20 PM

New Delhi, Dec 7 (IANS) The Supreme Court Friday asked Attorney General G.E. Vahanvati to assist it in the hearing of a petition challenging the appointment of Justice Nuthalapati Venkata Ramana as a judge of the Andhra Pradesh High Court.

Dwarf befriends girl on Facebook before cheating

November 7, 2012 at 10:12 PM

Hyderabad, Nov 7 (IANS) A dwarf, who impersonated as a handsome man over Facebook and cheated a girl, was arrested here, police said Wednesday.

Flood situation eases in Andhra

November 5, 2012 at 7:27 PM

Hyderabad, Nov 5 (IANS) The flood situation in Andhra Pradesh eased Monday with rain water receding in the worst-hit districts in coastal areas and the authorities restoring road and rail traffic.

Flood situation grim in Andhra Pradesh

November 3, 2012 at 5:11 PM

Hyderabad, Nov 3 (IANS) Floods in Andhra Pradesh triggered by cyclone 'Nilam' and north-west monsoon inundated villages and caused widespread damage to crops Saturday, officials said.

Maoist sympathiser accuses Odisha Govt. for harassing tribals

November 1, 2012 at 6:44 PM

Guntur (Andhra Pradesh), Nov.1 (ANI): Maoist sympathizer Dandapani Mohanty on Thursday accused the Odisha Government of harassing innocent tribals for allegedly associating with various Maoist organizations.

Heavy rain continues to lash coastal Andhra

November 1, 2012 at 1:08 PM

Hyderabad, Nov 1 (IANS) Heavy rain continued to lash parts of Andhra Pradesh Thursday under the impact of Cyclone Nilam which made a landfall near Chennai Wednesday night.

Cyclone threat to Andhra, Tamil Nadu coasts

October 29, 2012 at 11:00 PM

Hyderabad, Oct 29 (IANS) Andhra Pradesh, Tamil Nadu and Puducherry coasts face a cyclone threat, the met office said Monday.

Mild tremors felt in parts of Andhra Pradesh

October 29, 2012 at 3:08 PM

Hyderabad, Oct 29 (IANS) Mild tremors were felt in some parts of Andhra Pradesh Monday creating panic among people.

Congress MP from Andhra Pradesh resigns, another may quit

October 27, 2012 at 2:31 PM

Hyderabad, Oct 27 (IANS) Miffed over being ignored for inclusion in the central cabinet, Congress MP Kavuri Sambasiva Rao Saturday resigned from the Lok Sabha while another MP is also mulling to quit.

Killing of kidnapped child in US shocks family in Andhra

October 26, 2012 at 11:18 PM

Hyderabad, Oct 26 (IANS) The killing of 10-month-old girl kidnapped in Philadelphia in the US on Monday has plunged her family in Andhra Pradessh's Guntur district in gloom.

Techie returns from US to commit suicide

September 3, 2012 at 1:05 PM

Hyderabad, Sep 3 (IANS) A techie based in the United States returned to his home state Andhra Pradesh only to end his life over alleged marital discord, police said Monday.

Prayers for peace as Andhra celebrates Eid

August 20, 2012 at 12:20 PM

Hyderabad, Aug 20 (IANS) Tens of thousands of Muslims across Andhra Pradesh Monday offered 'Namaz-e-Eid' at Eidgahs, open grounds and mosques to mark the end of the fast month of Ramzan.

Jumat-ul-Vida passes off peacefully in Hyderabad

August 17, 2012 at 3:32 PM

Hyderabad, Aug 17 (IANS) Jumat-ul-Vida or the last Friday of Muslim holy month of Ramadan passed off peacefully here with thousands of faithful offering the prayers.

Andhra minister resigns after CBI names him in charge sheet

August 14, 2012 at 11:56 PM

Hyderabad, Aug 14 (IANS) A senior cabinet minister in Andhra Pradesh resigned Tuesday night, a day after the Central Bureau of Investigation (CBI) named him in its fourth charge sheet in the illegal assets case against YSR Congress Party leader Y.S. Jaganmohan Reddy.

Andhra continues crackdown on bus operators

June 20, 2012 at 1:49 PM

Hyderabad, June 20 (IANS) Intensifying their crackdown on private bus operators across Andhra Pradesh, the authorities Wednesday seized 83 buses plying in violation of rules.

Bodies of Andhra accident victims given to relatives

June 17, 2012 at 11:53 AM

Hyderabad, June 17 (IANS) Bodies of the 30 victims of a horrific bus accident in Maharashtra were Sunday transported to their home districts in Andhra Pradesh.

Bodies of Shridi pilgrims being shifted to Hyderabad

June 16, 2012 at 2:31 PM

Hyderabad, June 16 (IANS) Bodies of 32 Shirdi pilgrims from Andhra Pradesh, who died in a bus accident in Maharashtra's Osmanabad district early Saturday, are being shifted to Hyderabad, officials said.

CBI questions Jagan in illegal wealth case

June 3, 2012 at 3:40 PM

Hyderabad, June 3 (IANS) The Central Bureau of Investigation (CBI) questioned jailed YSR Congress Party leader Y.S. Jaganmohan Reddy in the illegal wealth case Sunday, the first day of the five-day custody.

Former Andhra minister sent to jail

May 30, 2012 at 1:35 PM

Hyderabad, May 30 (IANS) A special court here Wednesday sent former Andhra Pradesh minister Mopidevi Venkataramna to prison in YSR Congress leader Y.S. Jaganmohan Reddy's corruption case.

CBI to continue questioning Jagan Sunday

May 26, 2012 at 8:34 PM

Hyderabad, May 26 (IANS) For the second consecutive day, the Central Bureau of Investigation (CBI) grilled YSR Congress Party leader Y.S.Jaganmohan Reddy for over seven hours in the disproportionate assets case and directed him to appear again on Sunday.

Andhra minister arrested in Jagan graft case (Third Lead)

May 24, 2012 at 4:44 PM

Hyderabad, May 24 (IANS) The CBI Thursday arrested Andhra Pradesh Excise Minister Mopidevi Venkataramna in a case involving alleged illegal assets of YSR Congress leader Y.S. Jaganmohan Reddy.

Andhra minister arrested in Jagan graft case

May 24, 2012 at 2:09 PM

Hyderabad, May 24 (IANS) The CBI Thursday arrested Andhra Pradesh Excise Minister Mopidevi Venkataramna in connection with a corruption case related to YSR Congress leader Y.S. Jaganmohan Reddy.

CBI arrests industrialist Prasad, IRS officer in Jagan case

May 16, 2012 at 12:34 AM

Hyderabad, May 16 (IANS) The Central Bureau of Investigation (CBI) Tuesday night arrested prominent industrialist Nimmagadda Prasad and Indian Revenue Services (IRS) officer Brahmananda Reddy in the case relating to alleged illegal assets of YSR Congress Party leader Y.S. Jaganmohan Reddy.

CBI arrests industrialist Prasad in Jagan case

May 15, 2012 at 10:10 PM

Hyderabad, May 15 (IANS) The Central Bureau of Investigation (CBI) Tuesday arrested industrialist Nimmagadda Prasad in the case relating to alleged illegal assets of YSR Congress Party leader Y.S. Jaganmohan Reddy.

US-based charity builds schools for poor Muslims in Andhra

May 7, 2012 at 11:10 AM

Hyderabad, May 7 (IANS) Indian Muslim Relief and Charities (IMRC), a US-based organization, has built 60 schools in the remote villages of coastal Andhra Pradesh and plans to construct 40 more to provide spiritual education to Muslims.

YSR Congress Party romps home in Kovur constituency

March 21, 2012 at 9:27 PM

Hyderabad, Mar 21 (ANI): YSR Congress President, YS Jagan Mohan Reddy, on Wednesday described the Kovur result as a resolute verdict given by the people against the opportunistic and unscrupulous politics.

YSR Congress Party romps home in Kovur constituency

March 21, 2012 at 7:41 PM

Hyderabad, Mar 21 (ANI): YSR Congress President, YS Jagan Mohan Reddy, on Wednesday described the Kovur result as a resolute verdict given by the people against the opportunistic and unscrupulous politics.

Union Budget aimed at creating an enabling atmosphere for all sections: Mukherjee

March 16, 2012 at 9:39 PM

New Delhi, Mar 16 (ANI): Finance Minister Pranab Mukherjee on Friday said the aim of the Union Budget 2012-13 is to create an enabling atmosphere for corporates, farmers, entrepreneurs and workers to take initiatives for robust growth.

Union Budget aimed at creating an enabling atmosphere for all sections: Mukherjee

March 16, 2012 at 3:52 PM

New Delhi, Mar 16 (ANI): Finance Minister Pranab Mukherjee on Friday said the aim of the Union Budget 2012-13 is to create an enabling atmosphere for corporates, farmers, entrepreneurs and workers to take initiatives for robust growth.

Hyderabad exhibition showcases antique coins, currency from different parts of world

July 30, 2011 at 8:09 PM

Hyderabad, July 30 (ANI): A three-day-long exhibition in Hyderabad showcased antique coins and currencies from different parts of the world.

10 killed as tractor plunges into canal in Andhra Pradesh

April 25, 2011 at 1:24 PM

Guntur (Andhra Pradesh), Apr 25 (ANI): At least ten people were killed in Andhra Pradesh's Guntur District when the tractor on which they were travelling fell into the Nagarjuna Sagar canal on Monday morning.

Andhra Pradesh's 'Amravati Museum' attracts tourists

December 27, 2010 at 4:50 PM

Guntur (Andhra Pradesh), Dec.27 (ANI): The Amravati Museum in Andhra Pradesh's Guntur district is attracting tourists from across the globe.

17 killed in road mishap in Andhra Pradesh

April 1, 2010 at 3:05 PM

Guntur (AP), Apr 1 (ANI): At least seventeen people were killed and 13 others injured when a truck carrying them overturned at Uppalapadu village in Andhra Pradesh's Guntur District today.

Rajasthan Royals win hearts with Pathan's blitzkrieg despite losing to Mumbai Indians

March 13, 2010 at 9:37 PM

Mumbai, March 13 (ANI: Mumbai Indians survived a brutal assault by Yusuf Pathan, as he struck a belligerent 37-ball 100, and still managed to register a four-run win over Rajasthan Royals in their opening match of the Indian Premier League on Saturday.

Telangana issue: Speculations of TDP looking for mid-term polls in Andhra

December 15, 2009 at 3:52 PM

Hyderabad, Dec 15 (ANI): The protests against the Centre's nod to initiate the process for the formation of the Telangana State still continue.

Centre to set up six Spice Parks

November 23, 2009 at 5:55 PM

New Delhi, Nov 23 (ANI): The Union Government on Monday proposed to set up six Spices Parks with all infrastructure facilities for cleaning, grading, processing, packing facilities etc.

Centre to release 1,000 crore as flood relief for Andhra Pradesh: Manmohan Singh

October 14, 2009 at 12:57 PM

Hyderabad, Oct 9 (ANI): The Prime Minister, Manmohan Singh on Friday announced Rs 1,000 crore as immediate flood related relief to rehabilitate people in Andhra Pradesh.

Armed Forces lead flood relief operations in Karnataka, AP

October 9, 2009 at 4:09 PM

New Delhi, Oct 9 (ANI): The Indian Armed Forces (IAF) has been at the forefront of providing rescue and relief to the flood-affected states of Karnataka and Andhra Pradesh.

Floods destroyed crops worth billions of rupees, says Reddy

October 8, 2009 at 11:19 AM

New Delhi, Oct. 7 (ANI): Andhra Pradesh's Agriculture Minister Raghuveera Reddy has said that crops worth billions of rupees were damaged in by floods.

Over 3600 people rescued in Karnataka, Andhra by Armed Forces

October 7, 2009 at 4:17 PM

New Delhi, Oct 7 (ANI): The Armed Forces have so far rescued over 3,600 people in the flood-ravaged states of Karnataka and Andhra Pradesh.

Vijaywada turns into island as floodwaters of Krishna River swells

October 5, 2009 at 6:19 PM

Hyderabad, Oct 5 (ANI): Floodwaters from the Krishna River have cut off the town of Vijaywada from rest of Andhra Pradesh.

Sonia undertakes aerial survey of flood-hit districts of Andhra Pradesh

October 5, 2009 at 3:07 PM

Hyderabad, Oct 5 (ANI): Congress President Sonia Gandhi today undertook an aerial survey of the flood-affected Kurnool and Mahabubnagar districts of Andhra Pradesh.

Floods displace over a million people in Karnataka, AP, and Maharashtra

October 5, 2009 at 1:10 PM

Bangalore/ Hyderabad, Oct 5 (ANI): Heavy rains and floods over the past week have wreaked havoc in Karnataka, Andhra Pradesh, Maharashtra and claimed over 230 lives and displaced over a million people.

35-member cabinet takes oath in Andhra Pradesh

May 26, 2009 at 12:43 AM

Hyderabad, May 25 (IANS) Andhra Pradesh Chief Minister Y.S. Rajasekhara Reddy Monday constituted a 35-member cabinet, inducting 20 new faces and dropping four ministers who were part of his earlier ministry.

YSR reinstates Yadav as police chief

May 21, 2009 at 5:39 PM

Hyderabad, May 21 (IANS) A day after taking oath as Andhra Pradesh chief minister for the second consecutive term, Y.S. Rajasekhara Reddy Thursday reinstated Shyam Sundar Prasad Yadav as the state police chief and also removed two other officers appointed by the Election Commission.

Court issues non-bailable warrant against YSR's son

May 11, 2009 at 4:26 PM

Hyderabad, May 11 (IANS) A court in Andhra Pradesh's Guntur district Monday issued a non-bailable arrest warrant against Y.S. Jaganmohan Reddy, son of Chief Minister Y.S. Rajasekhara Reddy, for violation of model code of conduct during the election campaign last month.

Re-polling in 63 centres in Andhra Pradesh

April 25, 2009 at 8:01 PM

Hyderabad, April 25 (IANS) Re-poll will be held Sunday in 63 polling booths in Andhra Pradesh, the Election Commission said Saturday.

Two candidates in Andhra put under house arrest

April 23, 2009 at 4:21 PM

Hyderabad, April 23 (IANS) The police in Andhra Pradesh Thursday placed two candidates of ruling Congress party and the main opposition Telugu Desam Party (TDP) in the state's Guntur district under house arrest to ensure peaceful polling.

Caste to play key role in Andhra Pradesh

April 21, 2009 at 9:40 AM

Hyderabad, April 21 (IANS) The battle lines in south coastal Andhra Pradesh and the Rayalaseema region going to the polls in the second phase Thursday have been drawn on the basis of caste.

YSR in combative mood, defends remarks on Telangana

April 18, 2009 at 3:08 PM

Hyderabad, April 18 (IANS) Facing the ire of both the opposition and leaders of his own Congress party for his controversial remarks on Telangana, Andhra Pradesh Chief Minister Y.S. Rajasekhara Reddy was Saturday in a combative mood.

Politicians fix it all

April 16, 2009 at 7:03 PM

New Delhi, April 16 (IANS) They are driving autorickshaws, rustling up dosas, fixing punctures, ironing clothes and even polishing shoes. They are politicians in search of votes in the Lok Sabha polls.

LetsVote walk held in Hyderabad

April 5, 2009 at 5:09 PM

Hyderabad, April 5 (IANS) Hundreds of citizens from different walks of life Sunday participated in a unique walk here to create awareness among people to cast their vote.

Kannada composers laud S. Janaki for doctorate honour

March 15, 2009 at 4:06 PM

Bangalore, March 15 (IANS) Legendary south Indian playback singer S. Janaki, who has sung in umpteen Kannada, Tamil and Malayalam films, has been awarded an honorary doctorate by Mysore University and leading music directors say it is high time a state institution recognised her contribution.

RCom launches fastest net service 'Broadband Plus'

March 13, 2009 at 1:01 AM

Reliance Communication (RCom) on Thursday launched a new wireless broadband service 'Reliance Netconnect Broadband Plus' that promises a downlink speed of up to 3.1 mega byte per second (MBPS) and uplink speed of up to 1.8 Mbps.

3000 former naxalites to join Chiranjeevi's party

February 22, 2009 at 11:38 AM

Hyderabad, Feb 22 (ANI): Around 3000 former naxalites will join the newly formed party Prajarajyam on February 24 in Hyderabad.

Telugu actress died of stab injuries, says autopsy report

December 17, 2008 at 8:37 PM

Hyderabad, Dec 17 (IANS) Telugu film actress Bhargavi, who was found dead with her her live-in partner in her apartment here Tuesday, died of stab injuries, according to the autopsy report.

Upcoming Telugu actress found murdered

December 17, 2008 at 12:02 AM

Hyderabad, Dec 16 (IANS) Upcoming Telugu actress Bhargavi was Tuesday found murdered in her apartment here, with the police suspecting her live-in partner Praveen Kumar, who committed suicide, behind the crime.

TDP to unleash Junior NTR to counter Chiranjeevi

November 20, 2008 at 12:50 PM

Hyderabad, Nov 20 (IANS) Former Andhra Pradesh chief minister N.T. Rama Rao's grandson and popular Telugu actor Junior NTR is all set to campaign for the main opposition Telugu Desam Party (TDP).

Cyclone warning for coastal Andhra Pradesh

November 15, 2008 at 9:54 PM

Vishakapatnam, Nov 15 (ANI): The cyclonic storm, Khai Muk over west central Bay of Bengal moved westwards and lay centered at 0830 a.m. today near latitude 14.50 N and longitude 82.50 E, about 230 km southeast of Machilipatnam and about 270 km northeast of Chennai.

Second autopsy on murder accused killed in Andhra jail

November 11, 2008 at 8:37 PM

Hyderabad, Nov 11 (IANS) The Andhra Pradesh government Tuesday ordered a second autopsy on Moddu Seenu, who was murdered in Anantapur district jail Sunday, following demand from the victim's family and direction by the state human rights commission and the high court.

Top Telugu stars to clash in Andhra polls

November 7, 2008 at 3:02 PM

Hyderabad, Nov 7 (IANS) The ensuing elections in Andhra Pradesh are likely to witness a keen tussle among top stars of the Telugu film industry, with the ruling Congress party planning to rope in popular actor Akkineni Nagarjuna to counter superstar-turned-politician Chiranjeevi as well as former chief minister N.T. Rama Rao's sons and grandsons.

NTR's son Balakrishna enters politics at massive public meet

November 5, 2008 at 8:55 PM

Guntur (Andhra Pradesh), Nov 5 (IANS) Adding further glamour to Andhra Pradesh politics, former chief minister N.T. Rama Rao's son and popular actor N. Balakrishna Wednesday took the plunge into active politics as the main opposition Telugu Desam Party (TDP) held a massive show of strength to counter superstar-turned-politician Chiranjeevi.

Four Maoists killed in Andhra Pradesh

October 28, 2008 at 9:40 PM

Hyderabad, Oct 28 (IANS) Four Maoist guerillas, including a woman, were killed in two separate gun battles with the police in Andhra Pradesh on Tuesday.

Eid celebrated with religious fervour in Andhra Pradesh

October 6, 2008 at 12:00 AM

Hyderabad, Oct 2 (IANS) Muslims celebrated Eid-ul-Fitr with religious fervour and gaiety across Andhra Pradesh Thursday.

Eid celebrated with religious fervour in Andhra Pradesh

January 1, 2008 at 12:00 AM

Hyderabad, Oct 2 (IANS) Muslims celebrated Eid-ul-Fitr with religious fervour and gaiety across Andhra Pradesh Thursday.

Rains in Andhra Pradesh kill 44, cause havoc in Konkan

January 1, 2008 at 12:00 AM

Hyderabad/ Mumbai, Aug 11 (ANI): Rains have killed at least 44 people in the last 48 hours in Andhra Pradesh and caused havoc in Mumbai.