Top Andhra Pradesh news developments today
The Hindu
Key news developments from Andhra Pradesh on July 17, 2022
VIJAYAWADA
1. The High Court ordered that the police should strictly adhere to procedures laid down for opening rowdy sheets and they cannot keep individuals under surveillance on that pretext except in accordance with law. The court said the rowdy sheets challenged in the present batch of writ petitions must be closed immediately upon agreeing with the argument of the aggrieved individuals’ that the relevant provisions of the Andhra Pradesh Police Standing Orders have been violated.
2. The water level in Srisailam dam increased to 857.20 feet against the full reservoir level of 885 feet due to heavy inflows from the upstream. The storage is now 99.10 TMCFT. The government sought permission from the Krishna River Management Board to draw four TMCFT for agriculture purposes. The permission is awaited.
3. The situation continues to be grim in the Godavari flood affected villages as water level continues to rise. Officials are shifting more people to relief camps and are supplying food.
4. Jana Sena Party president Pawan Kalyan to participate in Janavani - Jana Sena Bharosa program at Bhimavaram where he will receive grievances from the public.
5. Chess Olympiad Torch Relay to arrive in Vijayawada today.
6. State-level conference on diabetes by Research Society for the Study of Diabetes in India Andhra Pradesh chapter.
Massive crowds flocked to Visakhapatnam's attractions during "Mukkanuma," boosting tourism amid festive celebrations and illegal activities.
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Chennai initiates a groundbreaking project for 24/7 piped water supply, transforming the city's water management strategy amid ongoing challenges.
Taiwan condemns Chinese drone's provocative flight over Pratas Islands, asserting it undermines regional peace and violates international norms.
Residents blockade road in Tiruvannamalai, demanding action against a stray leopard threatening safety and livestock in nearby villages.
Chief Minister M.K. Stalin awards gold rings and coins to bull tamers at a bustling Alanganallur jallikattu event.
Hyderabad's Indo-US healthcare meet fosters collaboration, featuring leaders from the American Medical Association and Indian medical professionals.
PM Modi criticizes the Opposition in Assam for exploiting issues, emphasizing development and restoring trust among the community.
SNIPPETS
Kathawate Mayur Ashok takes charge as Guntur Municipal Corporation Commissioner, prioritizing tax collection and urban development initiatives.
CMC Vellore celebrates Global Interventional Radiology Day with educational events and free ultrasound tests for local residents.
Crowds swelled at both Thekkinkadu Maidan and Chaldean Syrian HSS venues
BJP may override state resistance to ally with JD(S) for civic polls, aiming for a strategic advantage in upcoming elections.