NDA and YSRCP candidates make a final push as cross-voting fears, internal differences and local political equations add to the uncertainty; direct election for Mayor makes the contest particularly keen

Water over railway bridges between Ichchapuram and Jhadupudi halts services on the Chennai-Howrah main line

Releasing the ‘Mayor Abhivruddhi Pranalika 2026-31, Mukka Sravani promises improved civic amenities, stronger urban infrastructure and technology-driven governance, with a focus on regular drinking water supply, better sanitation, upgraded drainage systems, cleaner roads and markets, enhanced street lighting, improved healthcare and education, and a greener, more liveable city