The Latest Breaking News from Tirupati

Andhra Pradesh| APSRTC bus driver assaulted, yet again, in Tirupati

APSRTC bus driver was assaulted on Tirupati-Pallipattu route; car driver refused to give way, chased bus, thrashed driver. Depot manager to file police complaint based on video of attack circulating on social media.

The Hindu · Nov 24, 2023

Four killed in a car-bus collision in Tirupati district

Four persons died in a car-bus collision near Samudayam village, Tirupati. Ramesh Naidu, Pushpa, Bhanuprakash and Vanajakshamma, from Parameswaramangalam, Puttur, were returning from a function in Chennai. One woman, Sivamma, was rescued and taken to Tirupati for treatment.

The Hindu · Nov 24, 2023

Man dies after self-immolation bid in Tirupati, constable suspended

A 32-year-old Vijayawada resident died after attempting self-immolation at Chandragiri police station. An investigation has been ordered and a constable suspended. Manikanta's wife had left him for another man, and he was unhappy with the police's indifferent attitude when he had gone to lodge a complaint.

The Hindu · Nov 23, 2023

Red sanders task force arrests 31 woodcutters in Prakasam district

RSASTF in Tirupati arrested 31 woodcutters & seized 15 logs, 20 axes, 20 mobiles & 2 vehicles worth ₹45 lakh. Main accused G. Ramanatha Reddy (37) & Raji Kuppuswamy (46) were among those arrested.

The Hindu · Nov 20, 2023

One lakh families pin hopes on Pulicat restoration plan for a new dawn

In Tirupati district, over one lakh families in two dozen villages, abutting Pulicat lake, have been deprived of livelihood due to drastic fall in water level. A study by NCCR found solution in opening the lake's mouth and constructing training jetties. Neglect has caused depletion in water level, increase in…

The Hindu · Nov 20, 2023

India’s defeat in World Cup cricket | Fan dies of heart attack in Tirupati

Following the defeat of the Indian cricket team at the hands of Australia in the World Cup 2023, on November 19, an ardent fan died of heart attack in Tirupati late on Sunday night.

The Hindu · Nov 20, 2023

Flight connectivity to Tirupati, Goa, Hyderabad from Tuesday: Shivamogga MP appeals to people to make use of facility

MP B.Y. Raghavendra urges people of central Karnataka to use flight connectivity from Shivamogga to Hyderabad, Goa, and Tirupati. Star Airlines to launch flights on Nov 21. Connectivity to tourist places and pilgrimage centre beneficial. Technical issues at airport to be addressed by Dec, night landing facility to be in…

The Hindu · Nov 19, 2023

Devotees swarm Tiruchanur tank to take holy dip during Panchami Theertham

Thousands of devotees observe 'Panchami Theertham' ritual in Tiruchanur Sri Padmavati Ammavari temple. Devotees take holy dip in Padma Sarovaram, temple tank, and chant 'Govinda Govinda'. Entire village cordoned off, traffic standstill on Tirupati bypass. Social and charitable organisations arrange 'Ramanuja Kootams' for trekking devotees. TTD Chairman, ministers, MLA visit…

The Hindu · Nov 18, 2023

Chinta Mohan decries ‘growing atrocities’ against Dalits in Andhra Pradesh

enior Congress leader Chinta Mohan alleges atrocities on Dalits at peak in YSR Congress govt; terms death of Sudhakar & Mahendra as "political murders". He says SC/ST & weaker sections facing unprecedented atrocities reminiscent of Karamchedu & Tsunduru carnages. Congress cadres protest in Tirupati against Dalit atrocities.

The Hindu · Nov 18, 2023

NEP bringing transformative changes, says JNU Vice-Chancellor

Speaking at the expert lecture organised by Sri Padmavati Mahila Viswa Vidyalayam’s Internal Quality Assurance Cell in Tirupati on November 17, Prof. Pandit said the NEP aimed at 100% gross enrolment ratio by the year 2030 in the fields of primary and pre-primary education.

The Hindu · Nov 18, 2023