ReNew will break ground in Andhra Pradesh’s Anakapalli district on a ₹5,400 crore, 6 GW solar ingot and wafer manufacturing facility. Tied to the state’s Integrated Clean Energy Policy 2024, the project aims to strengthen India’s domestic solar supply chain, cut import dependence, and support clean energy targets. It is expected to be commissioned within 24 months and create 2,100 jobs.
A speeding car crashed into a road signboard near Veeravalli Toll Plaza in Ananthapalli, Nallajerla mandal of East Godavari, Andhra Pradesh. Police said the passengers were returning to their native village after taking a physically disabled man to Chennai for medical treatment. Three people died on the spot and one suffered serious injuries.
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Andhra Pradesh is set to roll out a policy that allows large data centres to obtain power distribution licences. The move is aimed at securing reliable electricity for high-demand facilities. Firms that meet defined eligibility criteria could build and operate their own internal power distribution systems, reducing supply uncertainty as data needs surge.
Mango processors in Andhra Pradesh say large quantities of mango pulp are trapped because shipping lanes have been disrupted, blocking exports. The industry is urging the central government to intervene with equity capital, credit guarantees, loan payment moratoriums, and inclusion in export facilitation schemes to help firms manage cashflow and restart trade.
Andhra Pradesh has approved a Rs 2,550 crore investment by NSPSL Speciality Chemicals to build a cathode material manufacturing facility in the Chittoor district. The move aims to localize a critical battery component, strengthening supply for electric vehicles and consumer electronics while boosting the state’s electronics and battery manufacturing ecosystem.
Andhra Pradesh SSC exams for 2026 kick off on March 16 and run until April 1. Students are advised to report early and bring their hall tickets without fail. Authorities have also prohibited mobile phones and other electronic devices inside exam centers, and strict discipline is required for every candidate. Follow the guidelines to avoid last-minute disqualification.
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Andhra Pradesh’s HR Minister Nara Lokesh has unveiled a job calendar covering more than 10,000 government vacancies. The recruitment drive will roll out through timed notifications starting May 15, followed by examinations conducted according to the announced schedule. The plan is aimed at giving job-seekers clarity on when applications and tests will happen across multiple posts.
SAEL Industries has begun operations of a 600 MW solar power plant in Kurnool, Andhra Pradesh. The project will feed electricity into India’s national grid for 25 years and is built with more than 12 lakh solar modules. By enabling large-scale clean power generation, it is expected to significantly cut carbon emissions while expanding SAEL’s operational capacity.
Former undivided Andhra Pradesh Chief Minister Nadendla Bhaskar Rao died in Hyderabad at 90, where he was undergoing treatment for age-related ailments. He served briefly as Chief Minister in 1984 after a coup against N T Rama Rao, later holding roles as MLA, minister, and MP. Leaders across politics extended condolences.
ReNew Energy plans a 6.5 GW solar manufacturing facility in Andhra Pradesh with an investment of Rs 4,500 crore. The plant will produce solar ingots and wafers and is expected to be operational within two years. The project, aligned with ReNew’s broader commitment to the state, aims to create jobs and further strengthen India’s clean energy manufacturing push.
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Clean energy producer Resolven has signed a 25-year power supply agreement with Solar Energy Corporation of India for electricity from a new 180-megawatt wind project in Andhra Pradesh. The wind farm is expected to generate substantial clean power each year, supporting household electricity needs while cutting carbon emissions and strengthening India’s renewable energy pipeline.
India is preparing to launch its first large-scale private gold mine, the Jonnagiri project in Andhra Pradesh. Backed by Geomysore and substantial investment, the mine is expected to yield up to 1,000 kg of gold each year. If it performs as projected, it could strengthen domestic supply and meaningfully reduce India’s dependence on gold imports, reshaping the country’s import story.
Andhra Pradesh Chief Minister N Chandrababu Naidu will lay the foundation stone for ReNew Energy Global’s ₹5,400 crore solar manufacturing facility in Anakapalli. The 6 GW ingot and wafer unit is designed to strengthen domestic clean-energy supply chains and improve energy security, aligning with the state’s Integrated Clean Energy Policy 2024.
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