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Narasapur-SMVT Weekly Express Special extended to run till January 26

South Central Railway has decided to extend periodicity of two weekly express special trains, change terminal of two DEMU trains and revise timings of two MEMU trains. 07153/07154 Narasapur-Sir M. Visvesvaraya Terminal-Narasapur Weekly Express Special extended from Nov 24-Jan 26, 2023. 07395/07396 Ballari-Harihar-Ballari DEMU changed terminal from Harihar to Davangere,…

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Indian Constitution is a living document: Governor Abdul Nazeer

Gov. Nazeer part. 74th Const. Day Celebr. Raj Bhavan Vijayawada. Offered floral tributes Bharat Ratna Ambedkar. Celebr. commemorate adoption Const. India, promote constitutional values citizens. Const. living document, constantly evolving adapting changing needs society.

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Cyber fraudsters send WhatsApp messages in Collectors’ names, demand money from officers

Cyber fraudsters sent messages to govt. officers impersonating higher officials, like Collector & SP, asking for money. Guntur & Vijayawada districts detected frauds & reported to Cyber Cell. Collector cautioned officials & public to be cautious against such traps. Cyber Crime police swung into action & investigation is ongoing.

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Inauguration of Ambedkar statue in Vijayawada postponed again, for the fourth time

Vijayawada's ₹400-cr Dr. B.R. Ambedkar statue and Smriti Vanam (memorial park) inauguration postponed again due to incomplete construction. 125-ft bronze statue installed, but 18.81-acre park yet to finish. Deadline shifted multiple times, officials tight-lipped on revised date.

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Trains see revised timings, cancellations, diversions

South Western Railway has decided to revise the timings of Train No. 06575 / 06572 KSR Bengaluru – Tumakuru – KSR Bengaluru MEMU to improve punctuality of trains, a release said. Accordingly, Train No. 06575 KSR Bengaluru – Tumakuru MEMU will depart from KSR Bengaluru at 1.45 p.m. and arrive…

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YSRCP government stopped 27 welfare schemes for SCs in Andhra Pradesh, alleges Telugu Desam Party

TDP alleges SCs' lives miserable due to stoppage of 27 welfare schemes. Organised Dalita Sankharavam public meeting in Srikakulam to highlight plight of downtrodden. Non-release of funds for SC corp denying opp. for families to get self-reliance. Dalita Sankharavams in all districts, massive State-level meeting in Jan in Vijayawada. Former…

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U-19 national badminton tourney from Dec. 12 in Vijayawada

Vijayawada to host Under-19 Badminton National Tournament from Dec 12-16. Opening ceremony to be held at Siddhartha Arts & Science College's sports ground. Collector urges students to take part in competition, as State govt gives top priority to sports.

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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.

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Woman dies in Vijayawada GGH, father escapes abandoning three children

Tragic incident in Vijayawada: Husband abandons 3 children after wife's death. Woman admitted to GGH, died after an hour. Husband wrote he was from Paderu in ASR district. Police shifted children to a child care home. Search for husband underway.

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CBI opens Amaravati unit in Vijayawada

The Central Bureau of Investigation (CBI) opened its new office in the Central Government Offices (CGO) Complex in Auto Nagar here on November 22 (Wednesday). The Amaravati unit office comes under Chennai Zone, said a release.

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SCR officials book 1,983 cases during ticket- checking drive in Vijayawada division

The South Central Railway (SCR) officials, during a ticket-checking drive in the Vijayawada division, have registered 1,983 cases against those travelling in trains without valid tickets. The officials have also collected ₹13.83 lakh as penalties during the drive.

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Students urged to vote for a better tomorrow

JD Lakshminarayana urges 100% voter turnout to check vote-bank politics & ensure people's victory. He interacted with students & cleared their doubts at Pottisriramulu College in Vijayawada. 23 countries make voting mandatory; India should follow suit.

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A.P.’s first Bharat Gaurav train leaves on Jyothirlinga yatra from Vijayawada

Vijayawada's Bharat Gaurav Express left for Jyothirlinga Yatra on Sat. SCR DRM, IRCTC officers, Station Manager & other officials present. Tourist train to cover Jyotirlinga destinations & Statue of Unity. Boarding/de-boarding at 7 stations. DRM checked catering, accommodation & safety. Commended IRCTC & presented gift hampers to passengers.

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Seetharampuram Signal Junction renamed Bhagawan Sri Sathya Sai Circle

The Vijayawada Municipal Corporation (VMC) Council approved a proposal for renaming the Seetharampuram Signal Junction as ‘Bhagawan Sri Sathya Sai Circle’.

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Detailed CID inquiry ordered into Dalit’s suicide

Andhra Pradesh CM orders CID inquiry into suicide of 21-yr-old Dalit youth, Mahendra, after illegal detention by police. Sub-Inspector suspended, case registered under SC/ST Act. Home Minister Vanita admits unaware of shifting of youth from Rajamahendravaram to Vijayawada.

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‘Pink toilet’ inaugurated near Benz Circle in Vijayawada

‘Pink toilet’ inaugurated near Benz Circle in Vijayawada. Constructed at a cost of ₹20 lakh, it caters to the needs of women employees, travellers, and college students. Municipal Commissioner Swapnil Dinkar Pundkar said the facility would be maintained by women.

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250 persons booked under Cigarettes and Other Tobacco Products Act (COTPA)

Vijayawada DRM informed 250 passengers booked under COTPA 2003. Special fire safety drive conducted in last 30 days with 626 checks in trains, 395 raids in stations & public awareness meetings. Passengers urged to not carry inflammable material & cooperate with officials to prevent fire accidents.

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‘Maha Anna Prasadam’ at Puttaparthi from November 18

Puttaparthi Satyasai Baba's Birthday Celebrations in Vijayawada to offer 'Maha Anna Prasadam' till Nov 24. 12 counters each for ladies & gents, 850 Sevadal members from AP & Telangana to serve free lunch & dinner. Devotees welcome.

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Short term courses offered under govt. scheme

Vijayawada Govt. Polytechnic College offers short-term courses under PMKVY 4.0. Eligible candidates who have passed 10th can apply by Nov. 20. Bus pass facility available. Contact 0866-2475575, 77804 29468, 91825 34259 for details.

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CPI seeks TDP’s support in protest against ‘unjust’ allocation of Krishna water to Andhra Pradesh

CPI State Sec. Ramakrishna met TDP State Pres. Atchannaidu, seeking support for 30-hr hunger strike in Vijayawada to protest against injustice to AP in Krishna river water redistribution & govt's negligence in mitigating drought impact on farmers. He warned of State's loss if opposition parties don't raise their voice. He…

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We need another people’s movement to unseat BJP, says Sitaram Yechury at CPI(M)‘s Prajarakshana Bheri in Vijayawada

CPI(M) Gen. Sec. Yechury calls for strong people's movement to unseat ruling party at Centre & its supporters in States to protect democracy. He said PM Modi has given "amrit" to wrong hands & it must be taken back. He criticized govt's stance on Israel-Palestine conflict & urged people to…

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Indira Gandhi Municipal Stadium to live screen India-NZ semi-finals

Vijayawada to host live telecast of India-NZ semi-final match of ICC World Cup 2023. ACA to provide free entry, food courts, VIP lounge & sound systems. Police informed & 30-40 personnel to manage crowd. Event starts 1.30 p.m. & ends 11 p.m.

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National Book Week begins in Vijayawada

A. Md Imtiaz, Director of Andhra Pradesh State Minorities Welfare Commission, inaugurated the National Book Week celebrations in Vijayawada. The seven-day event, organised by the Vijayawada Book Festival Society, will feature book exhibitions and literary sessions. Mr. Imtiaz also released the brochure for the 34th Vijayawada Book Festival, taking place…

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Steel workers take out bike rally demanding Centre to revoke its decision on Visakhapatnam Steel Plant

CPI-M member K. Lokandham demands Centre to revoke decision on 100% strategic sale of Visakhapatnam Steel Plant. Rally taken out by steel workers to Vijayawada to conclude in public meeting 'Praja Rakshana Bheri'

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Fireworks sellers see dull business on Day one in Vijayawada

Fireworks sellers in Vijayawada had a lean day on Saturday due to restrictions imposed after a fire accident last year. Three places were selected for stalls, but sales were low. Investment for crackers ranges from ₹5 lakh to ₹50 lakh, but the number of stalls has decreased from 120 to…

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