The Latest Breaking News from Eluru

Two persons held for attacking van driver on national highway in Eluru district of Andhra Pradesh

Two persons arrested Friday in Eluru for attacking van driver on highway. Matrapu Chandu & Bugata Siva allegedly stole driver's cellphone & caused minor injuries. Police registered case & produced accused before court. Investigation ongoing.

The Hindu · Nov 24, 2023

Child rights body holds inquiry into death of student at govt. residential school in Eluru district

SCPCR inquires into death of 10th class student at Pedavegi A.P. Social Welfare Residential Junior College in Eluru district. Poor sanitation, no proper monitoring, few students present. SCPCR interacted with students, staff, head of institution. Inquiry into when/who noticed incident, time of hospital shift, info to family. Report to govt.

The Hindu · Nov 23, 2023

Ambedkar Gurukulam student ‘ends’ life in Eluru district

A tenth-class student of Dr. B.R. Ambedkar Gurukulam reportedly ended his life on the campus at Pedavegi in Eluru district on November 20 night.

The Hindu · Nov 21, 2023

Probe begins into death of newborn baby, twins and their mother in Eluru Government Hospital in a single day

Eluru District Collector V. Prasanna Venkatesh has ordered a probe into the death of a newborn baby girl, a pregnant woman and the twins in her womb

The Hindu · Nov 5, 2023

Samajika Sadhikara Yatra evokes encouraging response in ASR, Eluru and Nellore districts

YSRCP's Samajika Sadhikara Yatra evoked encouraging response in Alluri Sitharama Raju, Eluru & Nellore districts. Deputy Chief Ministers & MLAs discussed govt's healthcare investments & financial support to weaker sections. They highlighted CM Jagan Mohan Reddy's efforts to develop Uttarandhra region & initiatives for BCs, SCs, STs & minorities. TDP…

The Hindu · Oct 30, 2023

Alluri Sitarama Raju stadium to be renovated under ‘Khelo India’

Eluru MP Sridhar announces ₹4.5cr Centre grant for renovation of Alluri Sitarama Raju stadium under 'Khelo India' programme. Funds to be supplemented by MPLADS & Eluru Urban Development Authority. Renovation to include 8-line synthetic athletic track for athletes' national event prep.

The Hindu · Oct 8, 2023

Moneylender kidnapped, tortured for demanding loan repayment, in Eluru

Moneylender Kanta Rao allegedly kidnapped, tortured for a week by gang for loan repayment. He was detained in a hotel in Guntur and threatened with death if he asked for money. Police registered a case and investigation is on.

The Hindu · Oct 4, 2023

Steps taken to speed up trials of remand prisoners, say Eluru district judge

Eluru district taking steps to speed up trials of remand prisoners, release them. Govt. providing training, counselling. Collector appealing to prisoners to lead respectful life post-release. Free legal aid, bakery in Women Prisoner's Block. Judges in Vijayawada garlanded Gandhi's portrait, visited jail premises, planted saplings.

The Hindu · Oct 3, 2023

Commercial boating on three canals of Vijayawada mooted

VMC Commissioner Pundkar initiated process to seek permission for commercial boating on Bandar, Eluru and Ryves canals to enhance recreational activity & economic development. Discussions underway. Pundkar requested citizens not to dispose waste/garbage into rivers & opt for underground drainage connections. Boat ride on Bandar Canal taken by Commissioner, Collector,…

The Hindu · Sep 28, 2023

Venugopal from A.P. appointed ICAR body member

Venugopal Badaravada, native of Eluru district, AP, appointed to ICAR Society's General Body & Governing Body for 3-year term. He has travelled 21 countries for Zebu cattle, livestock & ag research. Has honorary citizenship of Canada & Brazilian city Uberaba, world capital for Zebu cattle.

The Hindu · Sep 24, 2023