Andhra Pradesh — current affairs timeline

79 news articles02 Dec 2025 to 11 Sep 2026

Every DailyConnects briefing covering Andhra Pradesh, in order, with exam-focused key numbers. Grouped purely by entity identity — never mixed with similar-but-unrelated news.

2026

11 Sep 2026Cabinet Clears Eight Railway Multitracking Projects Worth Rs 20,804 Crore Spanning Nine States
The Cabinet Committee on Economic Affairs (CCEA), chaired by Prime Minister Narendra Modi, approved eight railway multitracking projects worth Rs 20,804 crore a…
05 Sep 2026Indian Space Research Organisation (ISRO) Successfully Launches India's First Geosynchronous Imaging Satellite EOS-05
The Indian Space Research Organisation (ISRO) successfully launched the GSLV-F17 rocket carrying the EOS-05 Earth observation satellite. The launch was conducte…
01 Sep 2026Veligonda Project Phase-I: CM Naidu Inaugurates Key Irrigation Project
On August 31, 2026, Andhra Pradesh Chief Minister N. Chandrababu Naidu inaugurated the first phase of the Veligonda Irrigation Project at Gantavanipalle. The Ph…
01 Sep 2026ISRO to Launch GSLV-F17 With EOS-05 Earth Observation Satellite
The Indian Space Research Organisation (ISRO) is scheduled to launch its GSLV-F17 rocket carrying the EOS-05 Earth observation satellite on September 4, 2026, f…
30 Aug 2026Andhra Pradesh Approves Quantum and AI University Campus in Amaravati
The Andhra Pradesh government approved the establishment of a dedicated Quantum and Artificial Intelligence (AI) university campus in Amaravati. The campus will…
29 Aug 2026Andhra Pradesh and United Kingdom sign MoU on 25 August 2026 for Amaravati smart city development
The Andhra Pradesh government signed a government-to-government Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with the United Kingdom on 25 August 2026. The MoU aims to dev…
26 Aug 2026Tiger Camera-Trapped in Kishkindha Hills After Nearly Five Decades
A tiger was camera-trapped in the Kishkindha hills of Koppal district, Karnataka, nearly five decades after the big cat was last reported in the forest area. Th…
25 Aug 2026Andhra Pradesh Approves ₹31,387-Crore Green AI Data Centre in Visakhapatnam
The Andhra Pradesh government approved a 512-MW green integrated AI data centre project by AM AI Factory Pvt Ltd. The project involves an investment of over ₹31…
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25 Aug 2026India Launches First Non-GMO High-Expansion Popcorn Maize Hybrid
The Vice-President of India launched the first non-GMO high-expansion popcorn maize hybrid seed at Musunuru in Andhra Pradesh. The hybrid seed was developed by …
22 Aug 202631st Southern Zonal Council Meeting Held in Tamil Nadu
The 31st meeting of the Southern Zonal Council was held in Chengalpet, Tamil Nadu. Union Home Minister Amit Shah chaired the 31st Southern Zonal Council meeting…
22 Aug 2026RIL Proposes India’s First Integrated Underground Coal Gasification Complex in Andhra Pradesh
Reliance Industries Limited (RIL) has proposed a ₹2.73 lakh crore investment over 30 years for India's first integrated Underground Coal Gasification complex in…
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21 Aug 2026Cabinet Approves ₹9,450 Crore Rail Multitracking Projects
The Cabinet Committee on Economic Affairs (CCEA) approved four rail multitracking projects worth about ₹9,450 crore. The projects will add about 410 km to the I…
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14 Aug 2026Andhra Pradesh Signs ₹140-Crore Lithium and Gallium Exploration Pact
The Andhra Pradesh government signed an agreement with CSIR-NGRI for extensive exploration of lithium and gallium deposits in the Kadapa Basin. The exploration …
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13 Aug 2026Andhra Pradesh Reaffirms Elephant Conservation Commitment on World Elephant Day
Andhra Pradesh Deputy Chief Minister K. Pawan Kalyan reaffirmed the government's commitment to elephant protection on World Elephant Day (August 12, 2026). He d…
12 Aug 2026India Expands E-Visa Scheme: 11 New Ports Added, Total Entry Points Rise to 88
The Ministry of Home Affairs notified 11 additional international ports for e-visa entry, including 9 land ports and 2 airports. The two newly added airports ar…
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10 Aug 2026Andhra Pradesh Notifies Pedestrian Safety and Universal Accessibility Policy
The Andhra Pradesh Cabinet approved an integrated Pedestrian Safety & Universal Accessibility Policy, shifting from vehicle-centric to people-centric road desig…
09 Aug 2026Andhra Pradesh to Procure 1,600 MW Thermal Power
Andhra Pradesh will procure 1,600 MW of coal-based thermal power through a competitive bidding process. The Andhra Pradesh Electricity Regulatory Commission (AP…
07 Aug 2026Andhra Pradesh Government Targets ₹9.3 Lakh Crore Investment in Visakhapatnam Economic Region
The Andhra Pradesh government aims to attract up to ₹9.3 lakh crore investment in the Visakhapatnam Economic Region (VER). The state government will invest betw…
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06 Aug 2026Chandipura Virus (CHPV) Claims 22 Children in Gujarat; Symptoms and Prevention Explained
Chandipura virus (CHPV) is a rare viral infection that causes Acute Encephalitis Syndrome (AES), leading to brain inflammation and swelling. CHPV belongs to the…
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05 Aug 2026India Semiconductor Mission: PM lays foundation stone for ₹460 crore semiconductor facility in Andhra Pradesh
The Prime Minister laid the foundation stone of the ASIP Semiconductor Project at Visakhapatnam, with an investment of over ₹460 crore, under the India Semicond…
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04 Aug 2026Andhra Pradesh and Australia Sign Four MoUs on Clean Energy, Education and Skills on August 1, 2026
Andhra Pradesh and Australia signed four MoUs covering clean energy, advanced manufacturing, inclusive education, student mental health and skill development. T…
03 Aug 2026Godavari Flood Threat Intensifies in Andhra Pradesh
On 1 August 2026, the Godavari river was in spate and the first flood warning was issued at Sir Arthur Cotton Barrage in Dowleswaram. All crest gates of the bar…
03 Aug 2026Bhogapuram International Airport Inaugurated on August 1, 2026
The Bhogapuram International Airport is located in Andhra Pradesh. The airport is officially named Visakhapatnam Alluri Sitarama Raju International Airport. The…
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01 Aug 2026Vastra Utsav 2026 Celebrates India’s Textile Heritage on July 31 and August 1, 2026
Vastra Utsav 2026 was held on July 31 and August 1, 2026 at Sri Kuchalambal Kalyana Mahal, Chetpet, Chennai. The event was organized by Friends of DakshinaChitr…
30 Jul 2026AstraZeneca India to Establish Integrated Genomic Solutions Centre in Amaravati
The Andhra Pradesh government signed an MoU with AstraZeneca India to establish an Integrated Genomic Solutions Centre in Amaravati. The centre will be India's …
29 Jul 2026ZSI Discovers Two New Spider Species: Simonia lawbah and Hamataliwa papikonda
Zoological Survey of India (ZSI) scientists discovered two new spider species: Simonia lawbah from Meghalaya and Hamataliwa papikonda from Andhra Pradesh. Simon…
28 Jul 2026Punjab National Bank (PNB) and Andhra Pradesh sign MoU to establish India's first bank-led quantum finance hub at Amaravati
Punjab National Bank (PNB) and the Government of Andhra Pradesh signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) to establish the PNB Quantum Finance Hub at Amaravati…
28 Jul 2026PM Gati Shakti National Master Plan Approves ₹1,264 Crore Ballari-Guntakal Rail Expansion Project
The Union Cabinet approved the construction of a third and fourth railway line on the Ballari-Guntakal section under the PM Gati Shakti National Master Plan. Th…
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26 Jul 2026India Plans Five Indigenous Small Modular Reactors by 2033
India plans to develop and operationalise at least five indigenously-designed small modular reactors (SMRs) by 2033. The Bhabha Atomic Research Centre (BARC) is…
25 Jul 2026Andhra Pradesh Launches Mee Bhoomi Blockchain Pilot for Land Records Management
The Andhra Pradesh government launched the 'Mee Bhoomi-Blockhain' platform, a blockchain-based land records management system. Chief Minister N. Chandrababu Nai…
23 Jul 2026Andhra Pradesh and UAE sign MoU to establish food processing cluster
The Andhra Pradesh government signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with the United Arab Emirates (UAE) to establish a UAE Food Cluster in the state. The M…
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22 Jul 2026AP Signs MoU with UN-Habitat to Promote Sustainable Urban Development
The Andhra Pradesh government signed an MoU with the United Nations Human Settlements Programme (UN-Habitat) on July 15, 2026, for inclusive and sustainable urb…
22 Jul 2026Omicron RF.5 Sub-Variant Detected in Andhra Pradesh
The Omicron RF.5 sub-variant was detected in four COVID-19-positive samples from Kadapa district, Andhra Pradesh, following genome sequencing at a Pune virology…
20 Jul 2026Andhra Pradesh Notifies Common Zoning Regulations, 2026
The Andhra Pradesh government notified the Common Zoning Regulations, 2026, introducing a uniform framework for regulating land use and urban development across…
16 Jul 2026Pillale Sampada: Financial assistance of ₹30,000 for third child, ₹40,000 for fourth child
Andhra Pradesh Chief Minister N. Chandrababu Naidu launched the 'Pillale Sampada' scheme on July 11, 2026, at a World Population Day programme in Vijayawada. Un…
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29 Jun 2026Policy on Reuse of Treated Used Water, 2026: Framework for sustainable water management in Andhra Pradesh
The Government of Andhra Pradesh approved the Policy on Reuse of Treated Used Water, 2026, issued by the Municipal Administration and Urban Development (MA&UD) …
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25 Jun 2026Andhra Pradesh Government launches India's first private gold mining project at Swarnagiri
The Andhra Pradesh government has launched India's first private gold mining project at Swarnagiri (formerly Jonnagiri) in the Kurnool district. The project is …
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09 Jun 2026Shishu Maapan App: AI-powered newborn growth tracking in Andhra Pradesh
The Medical and Health Department of Andhra Pradesh has partnered with Wadhwani AI to introduce the Shishu Maapan application for contactless newborn measuremen…
05 May 2026Samarth Panchayat Portal Expanded to Boost Rural Financial Autonomy
01 May 2026Google Cloud India AI Hub: $15 Billion Investment in Visakhapatnam
28 Apr 2026Mushroom Mission: ₹13,000 Crore Investment to Make Andhra Pradesh India's Largest Producer
25 Apr 2026Lisa Gill appointed Chief Justice of Andhra Pradesh High Court
23 Apr 2026Andhra Pradesh Integrated Clean Energy Policy: Target Net-Zero by 2047
23 Apr 2026Former Andhra Pradesh Chief Minister Nadendla Bhaskar Rao Passes Away at 90
16 Apr 2026Amaravati Quantum Reference Facilities (AQRF) launched to build India’s first sovereign quantum hardware ecosystem
14 Apr 2026World Bank (WB) releases USD 340 million for Amaravati Capital Phase-I development
14 Apr 2026Andhra Pradesh unveils India’s first open-access quantum computer test beds at Amaravati Quantum Valley
13 Apr 2026Indian Space Research Organisation (ISRO) completes second integrated air drop test for Gaganyaan crew module
03 Apr 2026Andhra Pradesh Free Power Scheme for Weavers
01 Apr 2026Andhra Pradesh to unveil India's first open-access quantum computer in Amaravati
01 Apr 2026Andhra Pradesh Reorganisation (Amendment) Bill 2026 to declare Amaravati as state capital
31 Mar 2026Chelluru Narayana Rao 'Somanna' surrendered to Andhra Pradesh Police.
27 Mar 2026Telangana Village Relocation from Amrabad Tiger Reserve Allocates ₹62.55 Crore
15 Mar 2026DRI seizes 237 kg Alprazolam worth ₹47 crore in Andhra Pradesh.
14 Mar 2026Andhra Pradesh CM launches ‘Araku Kouni’ tribal millet menu to mainstream indigenous cuisine
13 Mar 2026Sagar Defence Engineering (SDE) Lays Foundation for World's First Autonomous Maritime Shipbuilding Centre in Andhra Pradesh
06 Mar 2026Andhra Pradesh Population Management Strategy: ₹25,000 Incentive for Second Child
03 Mar 2026Andhra Pradesh Deputy CM Pawan Kalyan launches Project HANUMAN to curb human-wildlife conflict
25 Feb 2026Amended BharatNet Programme: Rs 24.32 billion approved for Andhra Pradesh to connect 13,426 gram panchayats
25 Feb 2026Indian States’ Electricity Transition (SET) report highlights best performers in electricity transition
21 Feb 2026Waaree Energies to Establish ₹8,175 Crore Lithium-ion Battery Gigafactory in Andhra Pradesh
15 Feb 2026Andhra Pradesh Assembly Launches AI-Facial Recognition System for MLA Attendance
14 Feb 2026Andhra Pradesh AI-facial recognition attendance system ends proxy attendance for MLAs
10 Feb 2026Biswabhusan Harichandan releases two books in Odisha
08 Feb 2026NITI Aayog Unveils ASSET Blueprint for Andhra Pradesh Clean Energy Hub by 2035 with ₹7.5 Lakh Crore Investment
07 Feb 2026ASSET (Accelerating Sustainable State Energy Transition) platform aims to make Andhra Pradesh a top-three renewable energy hub by 2035.
03 Feb 2026Andhra Pradesh CM launches voice-based billing agent Pilloo AI for small businesses
03 Feb 2026Ancient grain storage tradition Paathara/Khoni fading in Srikakulam district
31 Jan 2026Andhra Pradesh Signs MoU with FICCI-FLO to Establish 30-Acre Industrial Park for Women Entrepreneurs
23 Jan 2026Andhra Pradesh CM N. Chandrababu Naidu confirms new spaceport at Hope Island for private launch missions
17 Jan 2026AM Green builds world’s largest green-ammonia complex in Andhra Pradesh
13 Jan 2026Dagadarthi Greenfield Airport: Andhra Pradesh Cabinet clears project for state’s 8th airport
10 Jan 2026Sanitation Worker Unveils Book on President Draupadi Murmu
01 Jan 2026Bank of Baroda (BoB) ranks Andhra Pradesh as top investment destination with 25.3% share of proposed capital in FY26.

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